TCG Player Maxes PokeGold Purchases 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. Read on for details.

Japanese YouTuber's Massive Pokémon TCG Pocket Collection

A $8,500+ Investment (Excluding Sales)

Hajimesyacho, a popular Japanese YouTuber known for diverse content, recently revealed his impressive collection of 50,000 Pokémon TCG Pocket cards on Twitter (X). This was achieved by consistently 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 potential savings from in-game sales events.

His collection boasts cards from the Genetic Apex (A1) and Mythical Island booster packs, and includes time-limited promotional cards, showcasing his dedication to completing his collection. The latest addition is a new Trainer card, the Pokédex, awarded for the global milestone of 40 billion cards collected.

McDonald's Happy Meal Collaboration

The Pokémon Company recently announced an exciting collaboration with McDonald's, offering exclusive Pokémon-themed Happy Meals. These meals include collectible physical Pokémon TCG cards, featuring popular Pokémon like Miraidon, Roaring Moon, Rayquaza, and more. Seven of the fifteen available cards boast a holographic finish.

In-game rewards for TCG Pocket players include 24 Pack Hourglasses and 12 Hourglasses, allowing for additional pack openings and Wonder Pick selections. Four unique Happy Meal box designs featuring Charizard, Rayquaza, Roaring Moon, Dragonite, and Pikachu are available while supplies last. Remember, in-game rewards expire on March 31, 2025.

Upcoming Trading Feature

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

Cards from Genetic Apex (A1) and Mythical Island booster packs will be initially tradeable, with the developers promising to expand the selection based on player feedback. A new booster pack is also teased for release in January.