Pokemon TCG Pocket Player Maxes PokeGold Purchases Everyday Since Launch, Collecting Over 50,000 Cards

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 Pokémon TCG Pocket Card Collection

A $8,500+ Investment (Excluding Sales)

Hajimesyacho, a prominent Japanese YouTuber known for diverse content, revealed his impressive collection of 50,000 Pokémon TCG Pocket cards on Twitter (X). This was achieved by purchasing the daily maximum of 720 Poké Gold since the game's October 30, 2024 launch. With an estimated daily cost of $100 to reach this limit, his total investment is approximately $8,500, excluding any discounts during sales events.

This dedication resulted in a complete collection of cards from the Genetic Apex (A1) and Mythical Island booster packs, along with time-limited promotional cards. The recently added "Pokedex" Trainer card, awarded for reaching a global collection milestone of 40 billion cards, is also part of his impressive haul.

McDonald's and Pokémon TCG Pocket Team Up!

On January 21, 2025, a surprise collaboration between The Pokémon Company and McDonald's was announced. Pokémon-themed Happy Meals offer exclusive physical Pokémon TCG cards and in-game rewards.

Fifteen unique physical cards, including popular Pokémon like Miraidon, Roaring Moon, Rayquaza, and more (seven of which are holo/foil cards), are available randomly. Pokémon TCG Pocket players can also redeem in-game rewards: 24 Pack Hourglasses and 12 Hourglasses for booster pack openings and Wonder Pick selections.

Four distinct Happy Meal box designs featuring Charizard, Rayquaza, Roaring Moon, Dragonite, and Pikachu are available at participating McDonald's locations while supplies last. Remember, the in-game rewards expire on March 31, 2025.

Trading Feature on the Horizon

On January 17, 2025, Pokémon TCG Pocket announced details about its upcoming trading feature on Twitter (X). Trading will be limited to friends with cards of the same rarity (1-4 diamonds and 1-star). Rarer cards (Special Illustration Rare, Immersive, and Crown Rares) are excluded. A consumable item, similar to Stardust in Pokémon GO, will facilitate trades.

Initially, trading will include cards from the Genetic Apex (A1) and Mythical Island booster packs, with the team promising to expand the selection based on player feedback. A new booster pack is also teased for release in January 2025.