Pokémon TCG Pocket butters up players with free trade tokens as they work on improving feature

Pokémon TCG Pocket's trading feature, despite high player demand, has had a less-than-stellar launch. Player feedback has led developers to announce a rework of the trading system.

As a temporary measure, players will receive 1,000 Trade Tokens via the in-game Gifts menu. Trade Tokens are an in-game currency previously required for card trades. This giveaway aims to appease players while the trading system undergoes revisions.

The developers have acknowledged previous criticisms, including restrictions on trading certain card rarities and the need for Trade Tokens. These limitations were major points of contention among fans.

Reworking the Trade System

The initial design choices regarding trading seem flawed. A more open trading system, or the complete absence of trading, would have likely avoided the current issues. While botting and exploitation are valid concerns, the existing restrictions likely proved minimal obstacles to determined players.

The upcoming rework is crucial. A well-implemented trading system in a digital TCG could significantly enhance its appeal as a viable alternative to the physical card game.

For those new to Pokémon TCG Pocket, check out our guide to the best decks to get started.