Pokémon TCG Pocket Adds Trading Feature and New Expansion This Month

If you've been eagerly awaiting the release of the upcoming trading feature for Pokémon TCG Pocket, your wait is almost over. The much-anticipated trading feature is set to launch on January 29th, and it's coming with an exciting new expansion called Space-Time Smackdown, which will be released the very next day on January 30th!

Trading in Pokémon TCG Pocket is straightforward and mirrors the in-person experience. You'll be able to trade specific rarities of cards with friends, utilizing trade hourglasses and trade tokens. This development promises to enhance the authenticity of the digital version of the beloved physical card game.

The Space-Time Smackdown expansion is poised to delight fans with the inclusion of favorite Pokémon from the Sinnoh region. This expansion introduces two new digital booster packs featuring the legendary Pokémon Dialga and Palkia. If legendary Pokémon aren't your focus, you'll still find plenty to love, including the introduction of other beloved Sinnoh favorites like Lucario, as well as the starter trio of Turtwig, Chimchar, and Piplup. These cards will be accessible through the Wonder Pick feature, in addition to traditional booster packs.

This update is poised to be a hit, especially with the addition of long-awaited Pokémon to the roster. However, there have been some concerns about how the trading feature will work. Rest assured, the developers have promised continual tweaks to ensure a smooth experience.

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