Pokémon TCG Pocket Unveils Trading Feature and Space-Time Smackdown

As January draws to a close and the rest of the year unfolds, fans of Pokémon TCG Pocket have a significant reason to celebrate. The much-anticipated trading feature has officially launched, and it's accompanied by the exciting new expansion, Space-Time Smackdown!

Let's dive into the trading feature first. It allows you to swap cards with friends, mimicking the experience of trading in real life. However, there are some limitations to be aware of. Only cards of certain rarities (1-4 and 1-star) can be traded, and you'll need resources like trade hourglasses and trade tokens to make these exchanges. Despite these restrictions, this feature represents a substantial addition to the game.

But that's not all! The Space-Time Smackdown expansion brings iconic legendary Pokémon, Dialga and Palkia, into Pokémon TCG Pocket. You'll also encounter the Sinnoh region starters, Turtwig, Chimchar, and Piplup, along with a host of other new additions.

Unfortunately, the trading feature hasn't been warmly received by everyone. Some players feel that the numerous caveats and restrictions detract from the experience. While I appreciate the inclusion of this feature and believe it's been implemented as well as possible, the limitations are indeed a significant drawback.

In my opinion, Pokémon TCG Pocket might have been better served by either omitting the trading feature altogether or making it more accessible, without the need for resources or constraints on which cards can be traded. Thankfully, there are indications that the developers are monitoring the feature's reception and may introduce updates soon.

If this news has you eager to jump back into the game, don't forget to check out our guide on the best starting decks in Pokémon TCG Pocket for a quick refresher!