Pokémon TCG Pocket previews new trading feature and gives fresh details on implementation

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

One of the challenges of digital TCGs is the absence of the physical card collecting experience. Pokémon TCG Pocket addresses this by introducing a friend-to-friend trading system.

Here's how it works:

• Rarity Restriction: Only cards of the same rarity (1-4 stars) can be traded.
• Friend-Only Trading: Trading is limited to friends.
• Consumable Items: Cards must be consumed to initiate a trade; you won't retain your original copy.

The developers plan to monitor the system's performance post-launch and make adjustments as needed.

Initial Observations:

While some limitations exist (certain rarity tiers may be excluded from trading, and consumable currency might be required), this implementation is a strong first step for a feature many players have been requesting. The developers' commitment to ongoing assessment and refinement is encouraging. Further details regarding rarity restrictions and potential consumable currency requirements will likely be clarified upon release.

For players looking to improve their gameplay before the trading update, check out our guide on the best decks in Pokémon TCG Pocket!