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Pokemon TCG Pocket (PTCGP)

TCG Mechanics We Can Expect to See in TCG Pocket

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TCG Mechanics We Can Expect to See

TCG Pocket has adapted a lot of mechanics from Pokemon TCG. Let's review how TCG Pocket has developed over time and what we can expect to be applied in the future.

History of Pokemon TCG Mechanics

The Pokemon Trading Card Game has changed a lot since its debut in the late ’90s. New features were added over time to keep play fresh, and it remains a popular TCG today.

While Pokemon TCG Pocket offers a simplified way to learn the game, it has quickly adopted many core TCG mechanics through regular monthly updates. As the game enters its second year, we can look at how it has evolved, spot patterns in its development, and make educated guesses about what features may come next.

Some features have already been implemented to Pokemon TCG Pocket due to being well-received by Pokemon TCG players, however some are unlikely to return largely because of balancing issues.

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