TCG Player Acquires Over 50K Pokemon Cards Daily

A Japanese YouTuber achieved a remarkable feat in Pokémon TCG Pocket, accumulating over 50,000 cards through consistent daily Poké Gold purchases since the game's launch. This impressive accomplishment, coupled with a new McDonald's collaboration, highlights the game's growing popularity. Let's delve into the details.

Japanese YouTuber's Massive Card Collection

Hajimesyacho, a popular Japanese YouTuber known for diverse content, revealed his impressive collection of 50,000 Pokémon TCG Pocket cards on Twitter (X). This was the result of purchasing the maximum 720 Poké Gold daily since the game's October 30, 2024 launch.

This daily expenditure, estimated at around $100, translates to a total investment of approximately $8,500 over 85 days (excluding any sales or discounts). His dedication secured him every card from the Genetic Apex (A1) and Mythical Island booster packs, along with limited-edition promo cards. The recent addition of a "Pokedex" Trainer card, awarded for global card collection milestones, further showcases the game's progress.

McDonald's Collaboration: Happy Meals & In-Game Rewards

The Pokémon Company announced an exciting collaboration with McDonald's on January 21, 2025. Pokémon-themed Happy Meals feature collectible physical cards and in-game rewards for Pokémon TCG Pocket players.

Fifteen unique physical cards, including popular Pokémon like Miraidon, Roaring Moon, and Rayquaza (seven with a holographic finish), are randomly included. Digital rewards for the mobile game include 24 Pack Hourglasses and 12 Hourglasses, allowing players to open booster packs and utilize the Wonder Pick feature.

Four distinct Happy Meal box designs feature iconic dragon-type Pokémon like Charizard, Rayquaza, Roaring Moon, and Dragonite alongside Pikachu. These limited-time offers are available at participating McDonald's locations until supplies last, with in-game rewards expiring on March 31, 2025.

Upcoming Trading Feature and New Booster Pack

On January 17, 2025, Pokémon TCG Pocket announced details about its upcoming trading feature. Trading will initially be limited to friends with cards of the same rarity (1-4 diamonds and 1-star), excluding rarer cards like Special Illustration Rares. A consumable item, similar to Stardust in Pokémon GO, will facilitate trades.

While initially limited to cards from Genetic Apex (A1) and Mythical Island booster packs, the developers have promised to expand the tradable card pool based on player feedback. A new booster pack is also teased for release in January 2025.