Pokemon TCG Pocket's Trading Feature Faces Backlash, Prompts Developer Response
DeNA, the developer of Pokemon TCG Pocket, has pledged improvements to the game's recently implemented trading feature following significant player criticism. The controversy centers around the perceived high cost and restrictive nature of the trading system.
High Cost of Trade Tokens Fuels Player Discontent
The trading feature, launched January 29th, 2025, allows players to exchange 1-4 Diamond and 1-Star rarity cards from Genetic Apex and Mythical Island booster packs. However, the required "trade tokens" are proving difficult to acquire.
Players obtain tokens by sacrificing higher-rarity cards, creating an inefficient system. Trading a 4-Diamond card, for example, demands 500 tokens, while selling a 1-Star card only yields 100. This forces players to expend valuable, rare cards simply to facilitate trades.
In response to the negative feedback, DeNA acknowledged the issues and promised changes, including alternative methods for obtaining trade tokens, such as through in-game events. They also clarified that the stringent rules were implemented to deter bot activity and account abuse.
Genetic Apex Booster Pack Accessibility Concerns
Another point of contention involves the recent release of Space-Time Smackdown booster packs. Some players reported the disappearance of Genetic Apex packs from the home screen, leading to concerns about their accessibility.
While the Genetic Apex packs remain accessible via a less prominent "Select other booster packs" option, the poor visibility sparked speculation of a deliberate move to promote the newer packs. Players suggested improving the home screen display to showcase all available booster packs to avoid future confusion.
DeNA has yet to directly address this issue, but the clarification regarding the pack selection should alleviate some player concerns. The developer's commitment to addressing the trading feature's flaws suggests future updates will aim to improve the player experience and address the identified shortcomings.
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