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Pokemon TCG Pocket (PTCGP)
Full Global Release Time and Countdown
★ Mega Rising (B1) introduces the Mega Evolutions!
☆ New Decks: Mega Blaziken ex | Mega Gyarados ex
Mega Altaria ex | Mega Absol ex | Greninja ex
★ Events: Wonder Pick | Anniversary Celebration
☆ Trading Board: A4b and B1 Available for Trading!
Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket (PTCG Pocket) is now available for everyone worldwide! Check out the details for the game's release and more.
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Pokemon TCG Pocket Release Countdown
Global Release Countdown
| Global Release Countdown |
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| Now Available! |
Pokemon TCG Pocket is now available for everyone around the world! Downloads for the game is slowly rolling out for players in some regions, but the game is playable for everyone.
The game went live globally on October 30, 10 AM JST / October 29, 6 PM PST.
Global Release Features
Pokemon TCG Pocket's global release added new items, cosmetics, and bundles in the in-game shop. An Advanced Ticket item was also given out to all players.
New Zealand Soft Launch Countdown
Pokemon TCG Pocket held its soft launch for players in New Zealand from September 27 to October 29, 2024. A long maintenance was then conducted on October 29 to prepare for the game's global release.
Will New Zealand Soft Launch Data Carry Over to Full Release?
Pokemon TCG Pocket Release Time
10 AM JST - October 30
Global Launch
Pokemon TCG Pocket was launched at 10 AM JST on October 30, 2024.
The game went live earlier than expected, as the Daily Life Illustration posts from the Japanese Pokemon TCG Pocket X account mentioned that the game will be available some time around noon at 12 PM JST.
Global Launch Release Time
| Region | Local Release Time |
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| United States (Pacific) | October 29, 8 PM (UTC-7) |
| United States (Eastern) | October 29, 9 PM (UTC-4) |
| Brazil | October 29, 11 PM (UTC-3) |
| United Kingdom | October 30, 1 AM (UTC+2) |
| South Africa | October 30, 3 AM (UTC+2) |
| Philippines | October 30, 9 AM (UTC+8) |
| Japan | October 30, 10 AM (UTC+9) |
| Australia (Western) | October 30, 11 AM (UTC+8) |
| Australia (Eastern) | October 30, 12 PM (UTC+10) |
| New Zealand | October 30, 2 PM (UTC+12) |
2AM ET - September 27
New Zealand Soft Launch
Pokemon TCG Pocket's soft launch in New Zealand started on September 27, but players from the west who want to check the game out can play it on September 26.
For those in the United States, the soft launch started at 2 AM ET.
Soft Launch Release Time
| Region | Local Release Time |
|---|---|
| United States (Pacific) | September 26, 6 AM (UTC-7) |
| United States (Eastern) | September 26, 9 AM (UTC-4) |
| Brazil | September 26, 10 AM (UTC-3) |
| United Kingdom | September 26, 2 PM (UTC+2) |
| South Africa | September 26, 3 PM (UTC+2) |
| Philippines | September 26, 9 PM (UTC+8) |
| Japan | September 26, 10 PM (UTC+9) |
| Australia (Western) | September 26, 9 PM (UTC+8) |
| Australia (Eastern) | September 26, 11 PM (UTC+10) |
| New Zealand | September 27, 1 AM (UTC+12) |
Pokemon TCG Pocket Related Links
Patch Notes and Updates
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Maintenance Status
Updated 11/2/2024
Check out Pokemon TCG Pocket's current maintenance status!
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All Patch Notes and Updates
Updated 7/16/2025
See all the latest patch notes for Pokemon TCG Pocket here!
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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!
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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!
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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!
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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!
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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!
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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!
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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!
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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!
Gifts
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Pokemon TCG Pocket Redemption Codes
Updated 10/6/2025
Learn about Redemption Codes for Pokemon TCG Pocket here!
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All Gifts
Updated 3/14/2025
Learn about all the claimable gifts in the game!
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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!
Latest News
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Share Feature Celebration Gift Campaign
Updated 11/4/2025
Players have a chance to get one of their Wishlist cards from November 4-7, 2025!
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First Anniversary Update
Updated 10/29/2025
First Anniversary Update with new features!
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Get 24 Pack Hourglasses in Stores Starting October 24
Updated 10/6/2025
Get codes for 24 Pack Hourglasses from official retailers!
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Mega Evolved ex Pokemon Cards
Updated 8/18/2025
A new set of ex cards featuring Mega Evolved Pokemon coming this Fall!
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Eevee Summer Code Giveaway
Updated 7/6/2025
Pokemon TCG Pocket is giving away a gift code that can be claimed until August 31!
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Twitch Drop Promo Events
Updated 10/31/2025
Watch TCG Pocket Twitch Streams to get rewards!
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Golden Week Gift Code Giveaway
Updated 5/26/2025
In celebration of Golden Week, Pokemon TCG Pocket is giving away a gift code that can be claimed until May 27!
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Shining Revelry (A2b) Coming March 27
Updated 8/24/2025
The next expansion set, Shining Revelry, is coming out on March 27!
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Trading Feature Updates Coming July 2025!
Updated 7/30/2025
The Pokemon TCG Pocket Team has announced changes to the trading feature coming this July 2025!
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Ranked Battles Coming End of March 2025
Updated 11/27/2025
Ranked Battles are coming to Pokemon TCG Pocket at the End of March!
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Guaranteed 4-Star Diamond Ex Cards!
Updated 10/30/2025
The Pokemon Team is giving away free ex cards in celebration of Pokemon Day!
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When Is The Next Expansion Set To Release?
Updated 11/5/2025
Learn more about when we think the next expansion will release!
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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!
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Space-Time Smackdown Releases on January 30
Updated 6/26/2025
Space-Time Smackdown is the newest expansion pack and will release on January 30!
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Pokemon TCG Pocket Trading Coming January 29
Updated 10/30/2025
Trading will become available for TCG Pocket by January 29, 2025. Here is what you can you expect!
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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!
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40 000 000 000 Cards Acquired by Players Worldwide
Updated 11/2/2025
The Pokemon TCG Pocket Team celebrates 40,000,000 cards acquired by giving away a new promo card.
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Mythical Island Expansion
Updated 12/16/2024
Mythical Island Expansion coming on December 17th!
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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!
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Pokemon TCG Pocket Events
Updated 11/28/2025
Check out all active and upcoming events in the game!
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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!
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Pokemon TCG Pocket Reaches 30
Updated 11/8/2024
Pokemon TCG Pocket reaches 10,000,000 Global Downloads in 3 days!
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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!
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What Does the Advance Ticket Do?
Updated 10/29/2025
There is currently no known use for the Advance Ticket. It is likely used as currency for limited event rewards.
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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!
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Daily Life Illustration Countdown
Updated 10/28/2024
Pokemon TCG Pocket is counting down to its release with daily life illustrations!
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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!
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Available Platforms
Updated 9/26/2024
Check out all the devices and platforms where you can play Pokemon TCG Pocket!
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Is PTCGP on iOS?
Updated 1/22/2025
Apple Devices Running iOS 13 and above can run Pokemon TCG Pocket.
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Is PTCGP on iPad?
Updated 1/22/2025
iPads that support iPad OS 13 and above can run Pokemon TCG Pocket.
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Is PTCGP on Android?
Updated 9/26/2024
Android Devices that can support Android 10 and above can run Pokemon TCG Pocket.
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Is PTCGP on PC?
Updated 9/26/2024
There is currently no news on a PC, Mac, or Steam Version.
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Is PTCGP on Switch?
Updated 9/26/2024
There is currently no news about the game being ported to the Switch.
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Available Countries List
Updated 9/25/2024
Pokemon TCG Pocket will be available to play and download in over 89 Countries!
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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.
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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!
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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!
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TCG Pocket vs TCG Live All Differences Explained
Updated 1/13/2025
All differences between Pokemon TCG Pocket and Pokemon TCG Live!
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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