Pokémon Pocket Player's Daily PokeGold Haul Exceeds 50k

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 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 the result of 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 – and this figure doesn't account for potential savings during sales events. His dedication secured cards from Genetic Apex (A1), Mythical Island booster packs, and limited-time promotional cards.

The latest addition to his collection is the Pokedex Trainer card, a reward given to players globally upon reaching a combined 40 billion cards collected.

McDonald's Happy Meal Collaboration: Pokémon TCG Pocket Meets Physical Cards

The Pokémon Company announced a thrilling collaboration with McDonald's on January 21, 2025. Happy Meal purchases now include exclusive Pokémon-themed boxes containing collectible physical cards and in-game items.

Fifteen unique physical cards are available, featuring popular Pokémon like Miraidon, Roaring Moon, and Rayquaza, with seven boasting a holographic finish. Pokémon TCG Pocket players can also redeem in-game rewards: 24 Pack Hourglasses and 12 Hourglasses for opening booster packs and utilizing the Wonder Pick feature.

Four distinct Happy Meal box designs showcase iconic dragon-type Pokémon (Charizard, Rayquaza, Roaring Moon, Dragonite) alongside Pikachu. These limited-time offers are available at participating McDonald's locations until supplies last. Remember, in-game rewards expire on March 31, 2025.

Trading Feature and Upcoming Booster Pack

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

Initially, trading will include cards from Genetic Apex (A1) and Mythical Island booster packs, with the developers promising expanded card selection based on player feedback. A new booster pack is also teased for release in January, though the exact date remains unannounced.