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All New and Upcoming Events Schedule

Latest News

Manaphy and Snorlax Wonder Pick Part 2

Manaphy and Snorlax Wonder Pick Event Part 2 featuring Manaphy and Snorlax is now live and will run from March 17, 2025 to March 24, 2025.

This event makes way for the debut of Manaphy and Snorlax promo cards, along with new items and accessories.

Manaphy and Snorlax Wonder Pick Part 2

Trading Feature Updates Coming Autumn 2025!

The Pokemon TCG Pocket Team has announced changes to the trading feature coming this Autumn 2025. Read on to learn more about the changes announced for the trading!

Trading Feature Updates Coming Autumn 2025!

Manaphy and Snorlax Wonder Pick Part 1 is Now Live!

Manaphy and Snorlax Wonder Pick Event Part 1 featuring Manaphy and Snorlax is now live and will run from March 10, 2025 to March 24, 2025.

This event makes way for the debut of Manaphy and Snorlax promo cards, along with new items and accessories.

Manaphy and Snorlax Wonder Pick Part 1

Gible Drop Event is Now Live!

The Gible Drop Event featuring Gible is now live and will run from March 3, 2025 to March 17, 2025.

During this event, players will be able to play solo battles featuring decks that use Gabite and Garchomp ex and earn various rewards, including an Promo Illustration Rare Gible card!

Gible Drop Event Guide: Best Decks to Counter

Triumphant Light Coming February 28, 2025!

The next themed expansion set, Triumphant Light (A2a) is releasing tomorrow, February 28, 2025!

The booster pack will feature several Sinnoh pokemon including Arceus ex, Garchomp ex, Abomasnow, and many more!

Triumphant Light (A2a) Coming February 28, 2025!

Ranked Battles Coming At The End of March 2025

Ranked Battles will be coming at the end of March 2025 to Pokemon TCG Pocket as announced during Pokemon Day 2025!
Ranked Battles Coming End of March 2025

Pokemon Day Gift: Guaranteed 4 Diamond Ex Cards!

The Pokemon Team is giving away free ex cards from the Genetic Apex set in celebration of Pokemon Day.

They can be claimed from your gift box between February 27 to April 30, 2025 so make sure to claim them!

Pokemon Day Gift: Guaranteed 4 Diamond Ex Cards!

When Is The Next Expansion Set To Release?

We speculate that the next expansion set will release on March 14, 2025 based on previous expansion releases and event schedules.

Read on to learn more about our thoughts on when the next expansion booster packs will be released, what they will be called, and what cards we might expect.
When Is The Next Expansion Set To Release?

Cresselia ex Drop Event

The Cresselia ex Drop Event is now live and will run from February 3 to February 17, 2025!

During this event, players will be able to play solo battles featuring decks that use Cresselia and Cresselia ex and earn various rewards, including the Cresselia ex card itself!

Cresselia ex Drop Event Guide

Pokemon TCG Pocket Team Takes Action Against Inappropriate Conduct

The Pokemon TCG Pocket Team is suspending accounts that participate in data tampering, real money trading, and other actions that violate the game's Terms of Use.

Pokemon TCG Pocket Takes Action Against Inappropriate Conduct

Space-Time Smackdown Expansion Announced for January 30!

The new expansion set called Space-Time Smackdown has been announced for release on January 30, 2025! This expansion features Generation 4 Pokemon and has Dialga and Palkia as the booster packs.

The Space-Time Smackdown expansion set is expected to release at 1 AM EST / January 29, 10 PM PST, similar to other TCG Pocket events.

Space-Time Smackdown Releasing on January 30

Trading Feature Releases January 29

The trading feature has been confirmed to be available a day before the Space-Time Smackdown release! This feature will likely be added on January 29, 1 AM EST / January 28, 10 PM PST.

Pokemon TCG Pocket Trading Coming January 28, 2025!

Pokemon TCG Pocket Redemption Codes

There are currently no public redemption codes for Pokemon TCG Pocket, but this may still change in the future.

Pokemon TCG Pocket Redemption Codes

Pokemon Happy Meal Hourglass Rewards

For a limited time starting from January 21, 2025, you can purchase a Pokemon Happy Meal from McDonald’s! Those who purchase a Pokemon Happy Meal using the US McDonald’s app can claim 24 Pack Hourglasses and 12 Wonder Hourglasses in TCG Pocket. You can only claim this gift once per account.

Pokemon Happy Meal Hourglass Gift Rewards

When Will The Next Expansion Drop?

The next Genetic Apex expansion in Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket (PTCG Pocket) is set to release this January 2025!
When Will The Next Expansion Drop?

Pokemon TCG Pocket Celebrates 40,000,000,000 Cards Acquired by Players Worldwide

The Pokemon TCG Pocket Development Team celebrates 40,000,000,000 Pokemon Cards acquired worldwide by giving away the P-A 008 (Pokedex) Card!

40,000,000,000 Cards Acquired Worldwide

Mythical Island SP Emblem Event:
January 20 ~ January 27

The Mythical Island SP Emblem Event is now live and will run from January 20 to January 27, 2025.

In this event, win consecutive Versus Battles against other players to earn emblems that you could place on your profile!
Mythical Island SP Emblem Event

Charmander and Squirtle Wonder Pick Event Part 2:
January 15 ~ January 22

Part 2 of the Wonder Pick Event featuring Charmander and Squirtle is now live and will run from January 15 to January 22, 2025.

The event is a continuation of the Charmander and Squirtle Wonder Pick Event and allows players to obtain new items and accessories.

Charmander and Squirtle Wonder Pick Event Part 2

Charmander and Squirtle Wonder Pick Event Part 1:
January 7 ~ January 22

Part 1 of the Wonder Pick Event featuring Charmander and Squirtle is now live and will run from January 7 to January 22, 2025.

This event allows players to get new Charmander and Squirtle promo cards from Chansey Wonder Picks and Bonus Picks, alongside new items and accessories.

Charmander and Squirtle Wonder Pick Event Part 1

Blastoise Drop Event:
January 1 ~ January 15

The Blastoise Drop Event is now live and will run from January 1 to January 15, 2025.

During this event, players will be able to play solo battles featuring decks that use Blastoise and Blastoise ex, and earn various rewards, including a chance to get a full art Blastoise card!

Blastoise Drop Event Guide

New Year Event

A special New Year event is now live and will run from January 1 up until January 8, 2025.

Players can get a Pikachu promo card, a backdrop, Mythical Island booster packs, and Pack and Wonder Hourglasses as rewards for completing missions during the event.

New Year Event Dates and Missions

Lighting Pokemon Mass Outbreak Event

The second Mass Outbreak Event in Pokemon TCG Pocket is now live!

This event features Lightning-type Pokemon appearing in Rare and Bonus Wonder Picks, and runs from December 26, 2024 up until January 1, 2025.

Lightning Pokemon Mass Outbreak Event

Holiday Daily Log-in Event

The Holiday Daily Log-in Event now live and will run from December 25, 2024 to January 1, 2025. A new set of missions are available for this event which you can complete by simply logging into the game.
Holiday Daily Log-In Event

Mythical Island Emblem Event

Mythical Island Emblem Event is now live and will run from December 20, 2024 to January 10, 2025. at 0:59 AM EST.

Mythical Island Emblem Event Guide

Wonder Pick Event Part 2 (Bulbasaur and Magnemite)

Bulbasaur and Magnemite Wonder Pick Part 2 featuring Bulbasaur is now live and will run from December 13, 2024 to December 20, 2024.

This event is an extension of Part 1 of the event which added new event missions and accessories in the game. It will last until December 27, 2024, which is the end date of entire event, but the event shop will stay open until December 27, 2024.

Bulbasaur and Magnemite Wonder Pick Part 2 (Bulbasaur)

Mythical Island Expansion

On December 12th, Mythical Island was announced for Pokemon TCG Pocket in an Announcement Trailer. Information and its release date was also announced in the teaser, giving us information on some of the mini set's new cards.

Mythical Island Expansion

Genetic Apex SP Emblem Event 1

The Genetic Apex SP Emblem Event 1 is now live and will run from December 9 to December 16, 2024 at 0:59 AM EST.

Genetic Apex SP Emblem Event 1 Guide

Wonder Pick Event Part 1 (Bulbasaur and Magnemite)

Bulbasaur and Magnemite Wonder Pick Part 1 featuring Bulbasaur and Magnemite is now live and will run from December 6, 2024 to December 20, 2024.

This event makes way for the debut of Bulbasaur and Magnemite promo cards, along with new items and accessories.

Bulbasaur and Magnemite Wonder Pick Part 1 (Bulbasaur and Magnemite)

Version 1.0.9 Update

Pokemon TCG Pocket has been updated to Version 1.0.9, which brought along bug fixes to the game.

Version 1.0.9 Update and Patch Notes

Venusaur Drop Event:
November 29 ~ December 13, 2024

The Venusaur Drop Event has started in Pokemon TCG Pocket and will run from November 29 to December 13, 2024!

During this event, players will be able to play solo battles featuring decks that use Venusaur and Venusaur ex, and earn various rewards, including a chance to get a full art Venusaur card!

Venusaur Drop Event Guide: Best Decks to Counter

Version 1.0.8 Update

Pokemon TCG Pocket has been updated to Version 1.0.8, which brought along bug fixes to the game.

Version 1.0.8 Update and Patch Notes

Fire Pokemon Mass Outbreak Event:
November 22 ~ 28, 2024

The first Mass Outbreak Event in Pokemon TCG Pocket is now live! This event features Fire-type Pokemon appearing in Rare and Bonus Wonder Picks.

This event will run from November 22, 2024 up until November 28, 2024.

Fire Pokemon Mass Outbreak Event

Pokemon TCG Pocket Nominated Best Mobile Game in The Game Awards 2024

Pokemon TCG Pocket has been nominated for Best Mobile Game in The Game Awards 2024! Learn more about the game's success and how to show your support.

Pokemon TCG Pocket Nominated for Best Mobile Game

Letter to the Community Roadmap (Nov 2024)

The developers behind Pokemon TCG Pocket has shared a press release detailing upcoming features and content for the game!

Upcoming Features and Content Roadmap: Letter to the Community (November 2024)

Version 1.0.7 Update

Pokemon TCG Pocket has been updated to Version 1.0.7, which brought along bug fixes to the game.

Version 1.0.7 Update and Patch Notes

Wonder Pick Event Part 2

Part 2 of the Meowth Wonder Pick Event has started! This event is an extension of Part 1 of the event which added new event missions and accessories in the game. The event will last until November 15, 2024, which is the end date of entire event.

Wonder Pick Event Part 2 (Meowth)

Genetic Apex Emblem Event 1

The Genetic Apex Emblem Event 1 is now live and will run from November 7 to November 28, 2024.

During this event, you can battle other players in PvP battles and earn various rewards including unique Emblems. Make sure to use the best decks to claim victory!

Genetic Apex Emblem Event 1 Guide

Lapras ex Drop Event

Lapras ex Drop Event is now live! The event will run from November 5 to November 24, 2024.

During this event, you can participate in new solo battles and earn various rewards, including a chance to get Lapras ex. This card marks its debut, as there has been no existing counterpart since the game's release.

Lapras ex Drop Event: Rewards, Missions and Best Decks to Counter

Version 1.0.6 Update

Pokemon TCG Pocket has been updated to Version 1.0.6, which fixes the bug that some iOS users have been experiencing which prevented them from opening the app.

Version 1.0.6 Update and Patch Notes

Wonder Pick Event Part 1

Part 1 of the Wonder Pick Event has started! The event will run from November 1 up until November 15, 2024.

During this event, you can get new promo cards from Chansey and Bonus Wonder Picks, as well as claim event-exclusive items and accessories from event missions with Event Shop Tickets!

Wonder Pick Event Part 1

Pokemon TCG Pocket Reaches 10,000,000 Downloads

Pokemon TCG Pocket reached 10,000,000 Downloads only 3 days after its Global Launch. See what the Pokemon team has to say about it!

Pokemon TCG Pocket Reaches 10,000,000 Downloads

Pokemon TCG Pocket Review and First Impressions

Still not sure if Pokemon TCG Pocket is worth playing? Check out our in-depth review and first impressions of the game!
Pokemon TCG Pocket Revew

Pokemon TCG Pocket Events

In-game events, which will feature exclusive cards, items, and accessories, will be arriving to Pokemon TCG Pocket!

All New and Upcoming Events Schedule

Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket Questionnaire (October 2024)

The Pokemon TCG Pocket developers released an in-game questionnaire to help improve their promotion and services. Be sure to share your thoughts with them!

Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket Questionnaire (October 2024)

New Shop Items

New shop items have been added in the global release of Pokemon TCG Pocket. This includes new limited-time accessories and currency refresh.

New Shop Items

Bugs and Error Codes

You may encounter errors while playing Pokemon TCG Pocket. Most of these can be solved by reloading the game via the 'Retry' or 'To Title Screen' prompts or by relaunching the game completely.

Bugs and Error Codes

UK Launch Event

An in-person launch event for Pokemon TCG Pocket will be held at the Outernet in London, United Kingdom on November 9 and 10!

Outernet, UK Pokemon TCG Pocket Launch Event

All Gifts

Check out all claimable gifts in the game and how to get them!

All Pokemon TCG Pocket Gifts

Maintenance on October 29th!

Pokemon TCG Pocket is undergoing maintenance as of October 29, 2024 in preparation for its global release. Be sure not to play during the maintenance hours to prevent any loss of play data!

Server Maintenance Status

Pre-Register for the Game!

Learn how to pre-register for Pokemon TCG Pocket with our step-by-step guide!

Pre-Registration Guide

Available Countries

Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket (PTCG Pocket) will be available in over 89 countries on its full release on October 30, 2024.

Pokemon TCG Pocket Available Countries List

Release Time and Countdown

Global Release Countdown

Pokemon TCG Pocket will be available for everyone around the world on October 30, 2024.

The game currently does not have an exact time of when it will be available to play on the release date, but we are speculating that it will also release at 6 AM PT/9 AM ET on that date.

Full Global Release Time and Countdown

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Patch Notes and Updates

Gifts

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Bugs and Error Codes

Bugs and Errors
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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