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Pokemon TCG Pocket Gameplay Loop: List of Daily Tasks

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Pokemon TCG Pocket - Gameplay Loop and List of Daily Tasks
Logging into Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket (PTCG Pocket) every day allows you to claim daily gifts and get rewards for daily missions. Read on for a list of all daily tasks you can do in the game, the times they reset, and the general Pokemon TCG Pocket gameplay loop.

Pokemon TCG Pocket Gameplay Loop

All Daily Tasks

Daily Task List



Claim Your Daily Gift at the Shop

Pokemon TCG Pocket - Daily Gift

You can claim a free gift containing a Wonder Hourglass and a Shop Ticket every day at the in-game shop. This resets every day at 6 AM UTC.

All Pokemon TCG Pocket Gifts

Complete Daily Missions

All Daily Missions
Log in Open 1 booster pack
Open 2 booster packs Wonder pick 1 time
Participate in 1 battle

You can complete three of the five daily missions each day in order to get Pack Hourglasses as a reward. These missions are easy, and you're bound to complete them as you go through your daily tasks.

Don't forget to tap the reward near the top of the Daily Missions screen once you complete your three daily missions! Like the daily gift, daily missions reset every day at 6 AM UTC.

List of Daily Missions

Open Two Booster Packs

Pokemon TCG Pocket - Open Booster Packs

You can open a booster pack as long as you have at least one full pack stamina. Your pack stamina refills every 12 hours, with up to two packs able to be stored for those with a Regular Pass.

Premium Pass users have an extra pack stamina separate from the standard 2 packs, allowing them to open 3 packs a day without needing to use a Pack Hourglass.

How Booster Packs Work in Pokemon TCG Pocket

Check Wonder Pick for Rare Cards

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You can check Wonder Pick each time you open the app for more chances of obtaining cards you want. Wonder Pick shows recently opened booster packs of other players, and it's a great way to find rare cards.

If you see a card you're interested in, try your luck and Wonder Pick from that set! You can only get one card per set, and the card you'll obtain is random.

How to Use the Wonder Pick Feature

Battles

Versus and Solo Battle Menu

Other than collecting cards, the main thing you'll want to do when playing Pokemon TCG Pocket is to participate in battles. You can use the cards you've collected to build decks and battle in either solo battles against AI opponents or in versus battles against other players.

Battle System Explained

PvP Versus Battles

If you're up for battling other people, versus battles are the best way for you to develop your deck-building skills, show off your cards, and earn EXP. You can earn EXP from winning versus battles and also potentially receive a Shop Ticket gift as thanks from your opponent.

Best Meta Decks Tier List

Solo Battles

Solo battles are divided into four levels of difficulty, from Beginner to Expert. Each difficulty contains several decks of different types, and you'll need to defeat the available decks before you can unlock more.

Beating each deck for the first time in solo battles rewards you with EXP, Pack Hourglasses, Shinedust, and Shop Tickets. There are also Battle Tasks you can complete for more Shop Ticket rewards.

Solo Battle Guides: All Decks, Battle Tasks and Counters

Other Things to Do

Things to Do in TCG Pocket





Collect All Cards in the Current Expansion

Pokemon TCG Pocket - Genetic Apex Booster Packs

The only available booster pack expansion right now is the Genetic Apex expansion, making it easier to collect cards and fill your Card Dex.

Once you've completed your Card Dex, you'll have to wait for the next expansion in a future update to get new cards you don't have yet.

List of All Cards

Build Decks

Pokémon TCG Pocket - Deck Building

Once you have a good variety of cards collected, you can start building decks to use in battles. Take note that if you want to participate in PvP versus battles, you'll need to have your own deck.

Rental decks cannot be used in versus battles and are only avaiable in solo battles.

Deck Building Guide

Complete Missions and Achievements

Advanced Missions

Several different types of missions are available for you to complete, including missions related to filling out your Card Dex, collecting specific cards, and general gameplay. You can obtain Pack Hourglasses, Wonder Hourglasses, Shinedust, Emblem Tickets, and rental decks as rewards for completing missions.

Achievements are tied to your card collection and battle record. These can be viewed from your profile.

Update Your Displayed Collection

Favorites Binder with Special Illustration Cards

You can display select cards in your collection through binders and display boards, which can be unlocked at level 6 and 4 respectively. If you have a binder or display board set to public, other people can like your showcase and gift you with a Shop Ticket.

If you get new cards that you want to show off from opening your daily booster packs, don't forget to update your displayed collection! You can view other people's showcases through the Social Hub.

Play With Friends

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You can add friends by inputting their friend code in the Friends menu under Social Hub. You can also add players you've battled against, those whose packs you've selected in Wonder Pick, and players with showcases you've liked.

Once you've added friends, you'll be able to notice them more in Wonder Pick, easily see their showcases, and view their profile.

Friend ID Codes Sharing Board

Trading Coming Soon

Social Hub Trade Coming Soon

A much-awaited feature that will be added in a future update is trading. It is currently unknown when this feature will be implemented, but once it's available, you'll be able to trade cards with other players.

When is Trading Coming to Pokemon TCG Pocket?

Pokemon TCG Pocket Related Guides

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Tips and Tricks

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Best Starter Booster PackBest Starter Booster Pack How to Reroll Starter PacksHow to Reroll for the Best Start
Wonder Pick Top BannerHow to Use the Wonder Pick Feature When is Trading Coming to Pokemon TCG Pocket Top BannerTrading Release Date
Best Device to Play On Top BannerBest Device to Play Pokemon TCG Pocket on Gameplay Loop and List of Daily TasksGameplay Loop: List of Daily Tasks
F2P Guide How to Play Without SpendingF2P Guide: How to Play Without Spending Level Up Guide Level Up Guide
How to Link Accounts How to Link Accounts How to Add Friends How to Add Friends
Best Pack to OpenBest Pack To Open Daily Reset Time Daily Reset Time: What Time Do Servers Reset?
How to Change Your Profile Icons and Settings How to Change Your Profile Icon and Settings How to Change Your Username How to Change Your Username
Social Hub and Multiplayer FeaturesSocial Hub and Multiplayer Features Bonus Pick Bonus Pick Guide
Is it Better to Buy Single Pack or 10 Pack 10 Packs: Cost and Differences vs Single Pack No Items Can Be Claimed From Thanks Explained No Items Can Be Claimed From Thanks Explained
UI Explained Pokemon TCG Pocket UI Explained Is PTCGP a Gacha Game Is Pokemon TCG Pocket a Gacha Game?
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Which Mega Rising Pack Should You Pull Which Mega Rising Pack Should You Pull From Share Feature Guide Share Feature Guide

Card and Pull Rate Guides

Card Rarity Guide Top BannerCard Rarity Guide PTCGP - Best and Rarest Pull RatesBest and Rarest Pull Rates
How to Get Other Language CardsAlternate Language Cards God Pack Pull Rates God Pack Pull Rates
Can You Identify Rare Packs Bent Corner Packs: Is There a Way to Identify Rare Packs? Six-Card Packs Explained Six-Card Packs Explained

Premium Pass Guides

PTCGP - Premium Pass Guide and FeaturesPremium Pass Guide PTCGP - All Premium Missions and RewardsPremium Missions and Rewards

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