Pokémon TCG Pocket Adds Trading Feature and New Expansion This Month

If you've been eagerly awaiting the release of the upcoming trading feature for Pokémon TCG Pocket, your wait is almost over. The trading feature is set to launch on January 29th, and it will be accompanied by a brand-new expansion called Space-Time Smackdown, which will be released the very next day on January 30th.

Trading in Pokémon TCG Pocket is straightforward, allowing you to exchange certain rarities of cards with friends, much like you would in person. To facilitate these trades, you'll need to use trade hourglasses and trade tokens, adding an intriguing layer to the game that enhances its authenticity as a digital version of the iconic physical card collector.

The Space-Time Smackdown expansion is aptly named and will introduce fan-favorite cards from the Sinnoh region to Pokémon TCG Pocket. This expansion includes two new digital booster packs featuring the legendary Pokémon Dialga and Palkia. If legendary Pokémon aren't your focus, you'll still find plenty to enjoy with the addition of other beloved Sinnoh Pokémon such as Lucario, and the starter trio of Turtwig, Chimchar, and Piplup. These cards will be accessible through the Wonder Pick feature as well as traditional booster packs.

Smack in the faceThis update is poised to be a hit, not just for the introduction of long-awaited Pokémon but also for the trading feature. There have been some discussions about how trading will function, but with promises of continual improvements, it's hoped that everything will run smoothly.

If you're new to Pokémon TCG Pocket or returning after a break, why not check out our list of the best decks for Pokémon TCG Pocket to get a refresher before diving into this exciting new update?