Obtain a crystal shard during the Neopets Faerie’s Hope Lost Fragments event.

Visit the Sceptic Tank page. This avatar was only available on April 1st and it’s not known if it’ll be available next year.

Given to those participants of the 2023 Festival of Neggs.

Head to the Grundo Warehouse and enter the code NEOPETSCOOKBOOK.

In 2023, Neopets Upper Deck TCG (Trading Card Game) made a remarkable return, reigniting the passion of both longtime fans and new players alike. This revival breathed new life into the beloved virtual world of Neopia, taking players on a nostalgic journey filled with adventures, strategy, and cherished memories from their childhood. In this article, we’ll explore the reasons behind the game’s resurgence and its impact on the gaming community.

Alongside the virtual world, Neopets also ventured into the physical realm with the introduction of a trading card game in partnership with Upper Deck Entertainment. The Neopets Upper Deck TCG was initially released in 2003, offering fans a tangible way to experience the adventures of Neopia through an intricate card-based gameplay.

The game featured an array of characters, pets, items, and abilities inspired by the online universe. Players collected cards, built decks, and engaged in exciting battles, which mirrored the camaraderie and competition found within the digital landscape of Neopia.

Upon its release, the Neopets Upper Deck TCG enjoyed significant popularity, drawing in both avid Neopets enthusiasts and collectors of trading card games. Players appreciated the beautiful artwork on the cards, the strategic depth of gameplay, and the thrill of dueling with friends.

However, as with many trends, the initial fervor gradually waned over time. Upper Deck Entertainment, which was responsible for the game’s distribution, faced internal issues and lost its license to produce Neopets merchandise in 2009. This led to a decline in card availability, making it challenging for new players to access the game, eventually contributing to its fading presence.

Neopets Upper Deck 2023 Revival

In 2023, to the delight of fans worldwide, Neopets Upper Deck TCG experienced an unexpected and heartwarming revival. This resurgence was a result of the collaborative efforts between JumpStart Games (the company that acquired Neopets in 2014) and a new partner, who acquired the rights to produce the trading card game.

The renewed interest in nostalgic games from the 2000s, coupled with the ever-growing popularity of trading card games in recent years, set the stage for Neopets to reclaim its spot in the limelight. The 2023 edition retained the original essence of the game while introducing new mechanics, updated artwork, and streamlined rules to cater to both long-time players and newcomers.

Neopets Arcade Shoyru Avatar

If you purchased the Upper Deck promotional TCG set while at San Diego Comic-Con 2023 and redeem the included Rare Item Code, then you would’ve got this elusive avatar! Rumour has it the code is redeemable multiple times though!