Pokémon is one of the most popular franchises in the world. Not just one of the most popular video game franchises—it doesn’t need any qualifier. Pikachu and friends sell so much, even outside of the games themselves, that Nintendo could probably survive just by managing the rights to their pocket monsters for the rest of their lives. So, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that they’re going to release a new game. Even if it’s not what we expected.
Because The Pokémon Company has announced the release date for the Pokémon Pocket Card Game. Or PCC Pokémon Pocket, for friends. Announced earlier this year, along with the renaming of Pokémon Masters EX to Pokémon Card D Studio Ltd, this game has the particularity of focusing on a very specific aspect of playing the Pokémon card game. Opening packs. With two free packs to open per day, we can also purchase more, for a fee, and even trade cards to complete our collection.
While it’s possible to play a simplified version of the game, Pokémon TCG Pocket focuses on the card-collecting aspect. This version is aimed at those who want to have a digital collection of cards, rather than playing with them. It’s meant for those who already have another game, like Pokémon TCG Live, which is more focused on battles.
The big news, as we mentioned in the headline, is that the game now has a release date. Pokémon TCG Pocket will be released on October 30th for iOS and Android mobile devices. Pre-registration is already available on the App Store and Google Play Store, so if you’re interested, you can ensure you’ll be there from the very first minute.
Just keep that in mind. JCC Pokémon Pocket is a collectible-based game, where the greatest enjoyment comes from opening packs, collecting, and obtaining the greatest diversity of cards and styles possible. If that’s what attracts you to the world of Pokémon cards, with their incredible artwork and treatments, congratulations: starting October 30th, you have a new daily obsession.
