Just like in the real world, having friends in Pokemon TCG Pocket can be very rewarding. This is because friends tend to show up at the top of each other's Wonder Pick lists more often than not, which vastly increases the chances of their packs getting chosen.

We’re busting some Pokémon TCG Pocket myths like the bent card pack secret, and seeing which tricks really work in the card game - if any.

Logging out and switching accounts in Pokemon TCG Pocket might seem like a hassle, but these workarounds can make the process easier.

The pop culture impact of Pokémon has ensured a huge number of people have already checked out Pokémon TCG Pocket, even if it is only as curiosity. The chances are, if you’re among them, the massive amount of content and currencies can be a bit overwhelming,

Here’s a list of our favorite Pokémon TCG Pocket cards, which might help you pick a new theme of deck if you’re out of inspiration.

The gacha game, based on the world’s biggest media franchise, could do the Pokémon Company irreparable reputational harm

It’s clear that TCG Pocket isn’t intended to be a one-to-one re-creation of the tabletop version. In the analog version of the game, the choice would matter, since separately packaged booster packs contain different combinations of cards. But with TCG Pocket, the developers won’t say if your choice impacts the cards you get.

Abilities are crucial in Pokemon TCG Pocket for strategy & victory. Cloyster's Shell Armor ability boosts resilience against attacks. Hypno's Sleep Pendulum disrupts opponents' strategy by putting them to sleep.

I swore to myself I wouldnt download Pokemon TCG Pocket. After editing several features by my colleagues, it was clear the mobile game was a manipulative money pit eager to pull me in with piles of free booster packs before slamming the brakes and making it difficult to progress without spending any money.

TCG Pocket is a free-to-play mobile game where players assemble a digital collection of Pokémon cards. The game launched with a line of booster packs called Genetic Apex and at time of publication, there are 226 cards in the app’s rolodex.