The launch of Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket was met with excitement, but it quickly encountered challenges with its trading feature. The initial system was criticized for requiring hard-to-obtain currency and imposing numerous restrictions on trades. However, a new update aims to address these issues and improve the trading experience.
The first major change is the complete removal of Trade Tokens. Now, trading cards of three-diamond, four-diamond, and one-star rarity will require Shinedust, which players will earn by opening booster packs and receiving cards already registered in their Card Dex. This shift aims to make trading more accessible and less cumbersome. Additionally, any existing Trade Tokens will be converted to Shinedust, which is also used to obtain flair, indicating further planned changes to enhance the overall gameplay experience. An upcoming update will also introduce a feature allowing players to share cards they're interested in trading directly within the game.
Trading Spaces
As previously noted, the initial implementation of trading in Pokémon TCG Pocket seemed half-hearted, with restrictions necessitated by the digital environment to prevent abuse. These changes, while promising, are not expected until at least autumn, which is a long wait from the current spring season. This slow pace of addressing the issues has left some players frustrated, despite the team's recognition of the problems.
While waiting for these updates, if you're hesitant to dive back into Pokémon TCG Pocket, you might want to explore some of the exciting new mobile games featured in our latest list of the top five new releases to try this week.
