Went with it in September(in English: Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket) is launching a new trading card game about the cute pocket monsters - but only in New Zealand. In other regions, players still had to be patient. Now the release has come to us too. Therefore, in this article we summarize the most important information about the game again.
If you want more detailed information, for example about the new game rules and currencies, you can also take a look at our large overview. There we will go into everything in more detail:
When and on which platform can I play Pokémon TCG Pocket?
The game has been available in New Zealand since the end of September. The global release, however, takes place on30 October 2024instead of. In Germany, Austria and Switzerland we can finally get started today - with a German-language interface.
Is it already possible to download Pokémon TGC Pocket?
You can already play the mobile game on yourAndroid- oder iOS-SmartphoneDownload from the Google Play Store or the Apple Store. Downloading to your tablet, if supported, is also possible. However, there are no versions for the PC or consoles.
The Pocket score runs either via a Google, Apple or Nintendo account.
Does the trading card game cost money?
The app itself is free, but relies on optional in-app purchases.Whether we invest real money is our decision. There are several playable and therefore free in-game currencies as well as a paid currency.
A premium pass can also be purchased via a subscription that costs 9.99 euros per month.This gives you the following advantages:
- one additional booster pack (with 5 cards) per day
- additional premium missions that let us unlock more items and promo cards
If you don't want to spend any money, you will receive two free booster packs every day.The Miracle Choice feature also recharges for free over time, allowing a random card to be drawn from a stranger or friend's booster pack. Further packs can be unlocked/accelerated through items earned in missions.
Do I just collect cards, or is there also fighting?
Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket is all about collecting AND battling.
The Pokémon cards are divided into expansions with different pack designs and also include exclusive cards. Basically, we can expect many classic cards from the original trading card game, but also new (immersive) cards.
We also use the cards to put together decks to fight against other players or the AI. The rules are simplified compared to the original trading card game to allow for faster matches. For example, a deck only has 20 cards and there are no energy cards. Defeating opposing Pokémon earns you points. Whoever gets 3 points first wins.
What do you think of the Pokémon trading card game Pocket so far? Feel free to write us your opinion about the new app in the comments.
