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Welcome to Game8’s walkthrough wiki and complete strategy guide for Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket (PTCG Pocket) on iOS and Android devices. Our guide covers the latest news, tips and tricks, and battle guides for the game!
| Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket Jump to a Section! |
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| Events | News | Cards | |||
| Tips & Tricks | Trading | Tier Lists | |||
| Battle Guides | Ranked Battles | Decks | |||
| Missions | Flairs | Items | |||
| Achievements | Illustrators | Message Boards | |||
| Site Map | Game8 Discord | About TCG Pocket | |||
| All Pokemon Wikis | |||||
All New and Upcoming Events Schedule
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 Sneak Peek Campaign |
Duration: Apr. 3 ~ Apr. 10, 2025 |
 Pawmot Drop Event |
Duration: Apr. 7 ~ Apr. 17, 2025 |
Maintenance Status
Updated 11/2/2024
Check out Pokemon TCG Pocket's current maintenance status!
All Patch Notes and Updates
Updated 3/27/2025
See all the latest patch notes for Pokemon TCG Pocket here!
Version 1.2.0
Updated 3/27/2025
Learn all about the Version 1.2.0 update for Pokemon TCG Pocket released on March 26, 2025!
Version 1.0.9
Updated 12/4/2024
Learn all about the Version 1.0.9 update for Pokemon TCG Pocket released on December 3, 2024!
Version 1.0.8
Updated 11/26/2024
Learn all about the Version 1.0.8 update for Pokemon TCG Pocket released on November 26, 2024!
Version 1.0.7
Updated 11/11/2024
Learn all about the Version 1.0.7 update for Pokemon TCG Pocket released on November 11, 2024!
Version 1.0.6
Updated 11/3/2024
The Version 1.0.6 update released on October 22, 2024 fixes the not starting bug on iOS. Learn more here!
Version 1.0.5
Updated 10/23/2024
Learn all about the Version 1.0.5 update for Pokemon TCG Pocket released on October 22, 2024!
Version 1.0.3
Updated 10/21/2024
Learn all about the Version 1.0.3 update for Pokemon TCG Pocket released on October 16, 2024!
Version 1.0.2
Updated 10/23/2024
Check out the Version 1.0.2 update for the soft launch of Pokemon TCG Pocket released on September 26 2024!
Pokemon TCG Pocket Redemption Codes
Updated 1/28/2025
Learn about Redemption Codes for Pokemon TCG Pocket here!
All Gifts
Updated 3/14/2025
Learn about all the claimable gifts in the game!
Special Release Celebration Gift
Updated 10/30/2024
Log in between Oct. 30 - Jan. 30 to get an Advance Ticket gift celebrating the game's release!
Shining Revelry (A2b) Coming March 27
Updated 3/27/2025
The next expansion set, Shining Revelry, is coming out on March 27!
Trading Feature Updates Coming Autumn 2025!
Updated 3/14/2025
The Pokemon TCG Pocket Team has announced changes to the trading feature coming this Autumn 2025!
Are Mega Evolutions Coming to TCG Pocket?
Updated 2/27/2025
The battle mechanic makes it way to the Card Game, which gives TCG Pocket a chance!
Ranked Battles Coming End of March 2025
Updated 4/11/2025
Ranked Battles are coming to Pokemon TCG Pocket at the End of March!
Guaranteed 4-Star Diamond Ex Cards!
Updated 3/27/2025
The Pokemon Team is giving away free ex cards in celebration of Pokemon Day!
When Is The Next Expansion Set To Release?
Updated 3/27/2025
Learn more about when we think the next expansion will release!
Pokemon TCG Pocket Takes Action Against Inappropriate Conduct
Updated 1/27/2025
The Pokemon TCG Pocket Team is taking action against violations of its Terms of Use!
Space-Time Smackdown Releases on January 30
Updated 1/30/2025
Space-Time Smackdown is the newest expansion pack and will release on January 30!
Pokemon TCG Pocket Trading Coming January 29
Updated 3/27/2025
Trading will become available for TCG Pocket by January 29, 2025. Here is what you can you expect!
Pokemon Happy Meal Hourglass Rewards
Updated 2/4/2025
Ordering a Pokemon Happy Meal through the McDonald’s app can reward you with Pack Hourglasses and Wonder Hourglasses!
40 000 000 000 Cards Acquired by Players Worldwide
Updated 1/30/2025
The Pokemon TCG Pocket Team celebrates 40,000,000 cards acquired by giving away a new promo card.
Mythical Island Expansion
Updated 12/16/2024
Mythical Island Expansion coming on December 17th!
Pokemon TCG Pocket Nominated Best Mobile Game | The Game Awards 2024
Updated 11/18/2024
Pokemon TCG Pocket has been nominated for Best Mobile Game in The Game Awards!
Pokemon TCG Pocket Events
Updated 4/7/2025
Check out all active and upcoming events in the game!
Letter to the Community Roadmap (Nov 2024)
Updated 11/13/2024
Check out all upcoming features and content to the game from the developer's press release!
Pokemon TCG Pocket Reaches 30
Updated 11/8/2024
Pokemon TCG Pocket reaches 10,000,000 Global Downloads in 3 days!
Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket Questionnaire (October 2024)
Updated 10/30/2024
The Pokemon TCG Pocket developers are conducting an in-game questionnaire. Check out the survey here!
What Does the Advance Ticket Do?
Updated 10/31/2024
There is currently no known use for the Advance Ticket. It is likely used as currency for limited event rewards.
UK Pokemon TCG Pocket Launch Event
Updated 10/30/2024
A launch event for Pokemon TCG Pocket will be held in Outernet, London on Nov. 9-10!
Daily Life Illustration Countdown
Updated 10/28/2024
Pokemon TCG Pocket is counting down to its release with daily life illustrations!
Release Time and Countdown
Updated 10/29/2024
Pokemon TCG Pocket will release on Oct. 30, with a test launch in New Zealand on Sept. 26!
Available Platforms
Updated 9/26/2024
Check out all the devices and platforms where you can play Pokemon TCG Pocket!
Is PTCGP on iOS?
Updated 1/22/2025
Apple Devices Running iOS 13 and above can run Pokemon TCG Pocket.
Is PTCGP on iPad?
Updated 1/22/2025
iPads that support iPad OS 13 and above can run Pokemon TCG Pocket.
Is PTCGP on Android?
Updated 9/26/2024
Android Devices that can support Android 10 and above can run Pokemon TCG Pocket.
Is PTCGP on PC?
Updated 9/26/2024
There is currently no news on a PC, Mac, or Steam Version.
Is PTCGP on Switch?
Updated 9/26/2024
There is currently no news about the game being ported to the Switch.
Available Countries List
Updated 9/25/2024
Pokemon TCG Pocket will be available to play and download in over 89 Countries!
Will Soft Launch Data Carry Over?
Updated 10/29/2024
It's currently unknown but likely that New Zealand players can carry over their Soft Launch Data on full release.
All Multiplayer Features
Updated 9/25/2024
Pokemon TCG Pocket multiplayer features include the Wonder Pick System, Card Battles, and an upcoming card trading system!
Pre-Registration Guide
Updated 10/15/2024
Pre-registering for Pokemon TCG Pocket will automatically download the app on the full release on October 30, 2024!
TCG Pocket vs TCG Live All Differences Explained
Updated 1/13/2025
All differences between Pokemon TCG Pocket and Pokemon TCG Live!
| Bugs and Errors | |
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| 101-8101 | 102-032-014 |
| 102-063-014 | 102-065-014 |
| 102-091-014 | Unable to Open |
| Premium Pass Bug | Coin Toss Bug |
| Private Match Not Working | Space-Time Smackdown Error Codes |
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 Shining Revelry (A2b) |
Released: Mar 27, 2025 |
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 Triumphant Light (A2a) |
Released: Feb 28, 2025 |
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 Space-Time Smackdown (A2) |
Released: Jan 30, 2025 |
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 Mythical Island (A1a) |
Released: Dec 17, 2024 |
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 Genetic Apex (A1) |
Released: Oct 30, 2024 |
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 Promo-A |
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 Water |
 Lightning |
 Psychic |
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 Fighting |
 Darkness |
 Metal |
 Dragon |
 Colorless |
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 1◇ |
 2◇ |
 3◇ |
 4◇ |
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 1☆ |
 2☆ |
 3☆ |
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 2✸ |
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 Crown |
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 Basic Pokemon Cards |
 Stage 1 Pokemon Cards |
 Stage 2 Pokemon Cards |
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 Item Cards |
 Supporter Cards |
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 Fossil Item Cards |
 Pokemon Tool Cards |
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 Gen 1 |
 Gen 2 |
 Gen 3 |
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 Gen 6 |
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 Gen 7 |
 Gen 8 |
 Gen 9 |
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| Misc. Card Lists | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
 Best Cards Tier List |
 List of Shiny Cards |
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 List of New Cards |
 Unreleased Cards |
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 Full Art Cards |
 Immersive Cards |
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 ex Pokemon Cards |
 Pokemon Cards with Abilities |
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 Card Rarity Guide |
 Best and Rarest Pull Rates |
 Alternate Language Cards |
 God Pack Pull Rates |
 Bent Corner Packs: Is There a Way to Identify Rare Packs?
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 Premium Pass Guide |
 Premium Missions and Rewards |
| All Tier Lists | |
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| Best Cards Tier List | Best Meta Deck Tier List |
| Best Rental Deck Tier List | Best F2P Beginner Decks |
| Best Pokemon Decks and Cards by Type | |||||||||
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| Colorless |
Grass |
Fire |
Water |
Psychic |
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| Fighting |
Lightning |
Metal |
Darkness |
Dragon |
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| Best Pack Pulls | ||
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 Best Pikachu Pack Pulls |
 Best Charizard Pack Pulls |
 Best Mewtwo Pack Pulls |
| All Tools | |
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| Tier List Maker | |
| All Status Effects Explained | ||
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 Poison |
 Sleep |
 Paralysis |
 Confusion |
 Burn |
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Solo Battle Guides:
All Decks, Battle Tasks and Counters
 Ivysaur Deck |
 Charmeleon Deck |
 Wartortle Deck |
 Heliolisk Deck |
 Swoobat Deck |
 Grapploct Deck |
 Nidorina & Nidorino Deck |
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Step Up Beginner Solo Battle Guides
 Venusaur & Exeggutor Deck |
 Charizard & Arcanine Deck |
 Blastoise & Gyarados Deck |
 Magneton & Eelektross Deck |
 Alakazam & Mewtwo Deck |
 Golem & Machamp Deck |
 Nidoking & Muk Deck |
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Step Up Intermediate Solo Battle Guides
| Genetic Apex Solo Battles | ||
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 Venusaur ex Deck |
 Charizard ex Deck |
 Blastoise ex Deck |
 Pikachu ex Deck |
 Mewtwo ex Deck |
 Machamp ex Deck |
 Nidoqueen & Nidoking Deck |
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| Mythical Island Solo Battles | ||
 Celebi ex Deck |
 Volcarona & Blaine Deck |
 Gyarados ex Deck |
 Raichu & Lt. Surge Deck |
 Mew ex Deck |
 Aerodactyl ex Deck |
 Golem & Brock Deck |
 Blue & Pidgeot ex Deck |
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Step Up Advanced Solo Battle Guides
| List of All Ranked Matches in TCG Pocket | |
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 Season A2b |
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| Core Expansion | Decks |
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| Starter Decks |
・Pinsir Starter Deck ・Rapidash Starter Deck ・Sandslash Starter Deck |
| Genetic Apex Rental and Theme Decks |
・Koga Rental Deck ・Brock Rental Deck ・Kanto Fossils Rental Deck ・Nidoking and Nidoqueen Rental Deck |
All Missions and Themed Collections
| Mission Articles | |
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| List of Themed Collections | List of Daily Missions |
| List of Dex Missions | List of Deck Missions |
| List of Event Missions | List of Secret Missions |
| Flair Types | |
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 Cosmetic Flairs |
 Battle Flairs |
| All Shop Items | New Shop Items |
| Limited-Time Event Shop | |
| Binder Covers | Display Board Backdrops |
| Emblems | Coins |
| Card Sleeves | Playmats |
| Profile Icons |
| Message Boards | |
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 Main Message Board (100) |
 Battle Codes (1) |
 Friend ID Codes (3718) |
 Bragging Board (6) |
 Trading Board (1009) |
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Game8 Pokemon TCG Pocket Discord
| Site Map | |
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 News |
Cards |
| Tips & Tricks |
Trading |
 Tier Lists |
 Battle Guides |
| Decks |
Missions |
| Flairs |
Items & Accessories |
| Achievements |
Illustrators |
| Events |
Message Boards |
 Deck Builder |
 Tools |
 Discord |
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| Soft Launch | September 27, 2024 (New Zealand) |
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| Release Date | October 30, 2024 (Worldwide) |
| Version | 1.0.9 |
| Price | Free |
| Genre | Card Game |
| Available Platforms | iOS and Adroid Devices |
| Required OS | Android 7.0 and up (Android) iOS 13 (iOS) |
| No. of Players | 1 - 2 Players |
| Developer | Creatures Inc. and DeNA Co., Ltd. |
| Game File Size | 392MB |
| Official Site | Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket |
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GA Pikachu Pack
GA Charizard Pack
GA Mewtwo Pack
Shop Cards
Special Gift Cards
Premium Pass Cards
Chansey Pick
Promo-A Vol. 1
Promo-A Vol. 2
Promo-A Vol. 3
Promo-A Vol. 4
Promo-A Vol. 5
Promo-A Vol. 6
Is There a Pity System?, mode:show
How Booster Packs Work
Best Starter Booster Pack, mode:show
How to Reroll for the Best Start, mode:show
How to Use the Wonder Pick Feature, mode:show
Trading Release Date
Best Device to Play Pokemon TCG Pocket on
Gameplay Loop: List of Daily Tasks
F2P Guide: How to Play Without Spending
Level Up Guide
How to Link Accounts 
How to Add Friends
Best Pack To Open
Daily Reset Time: What Time Do Servers Reset?
How to Change Your Profile Icon and Settings
How to Change Your Username
Social Hub and Multiplayer Features
Bonus Pick Guide, mode:show
10 Packs: Cost and Differences vs Single Pack
No Items Can Be Claimed From Thanks Explained
Pokemon TCG Pocket UI Explained
Is Pokemon TCG Pocket a Gacha Game?
Rare Pick Guide
How to Fix Mythical Island Error Codes
How to Open Previous Booster Packs
Which Space-Time Smackdown Pack Should You Pull From
Wartortle Deck
Blastoise & Cramorant Deck
Blastoise ex Deck
Ivysaur Deck
Venusaur & Scyther Deck
Venusaur ex Deck
Venusaur ex & Lilligant Deck
Lapras Deck
Lapras & Starmie Deck
Lapras ex Deck
Starmie ex and Greninja Deck
Giratina ex
Arceus ex
Gyarados ex
Weavile ex
Gallade ex
Articuno ex
Charizard ex
Meowscarada
Palkia ex
Rampardos
Clodsire ex
Charizard ex
Wugtrio ex
Dialga ex
Darkrai ex
Magnezone
Carnivine
Starmie ex
Origin Forme Palkia
Pikachu ex
Lucario ex
Beedrill ex
Gholdengo
Exeggutor ex
Pachirisu ex
Celebi ex
Yanmega ex
Leafeon ex
Garchomp ex
Probopass ex
Crobat
Donphan
Heatran
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