Pokémon Trading Evolution Revealed!

Pokémon TCG Pocket is adding a highly anticipated trading system! This new feature, launching later this month, lets you exchange cards with friends, mirroring real-world trading.

One of the key appeals of physical TCGs is the tangible experience – collecting, organizing, and negotiating trades. Pokémon TCG Pocket's new trading system aims to capture that essence in the digital realm.

Here's what we know about the trading mechanics:

• Friend-to-friend trading only: You can only trade with friends on your friend list.
• Same rarity requirement: Cards must share the same rarity (1-4 stars) to be traded.
• Consumable items: Trading requires the consumption of the card; you won't retain a copy after trading.

The developers plan to monitor the system's performance post-launch and make adjustments as needed. While some rarity tiers may be excluded from trading initially, and consumable currency might be involved, these details should be clarified upon release.

This implementation strikes a good balance between functionality and preventing potential exploits. The post-launch assessment and tweaking are reassuring. For those looking to improve their gameplay before the trading update, check out our guide to the best decks in Pokémon TCG Pocket!