TCG Pocket Player Maxes PokeGold Purchases Amassing 50K Cards

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 impressive 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 Collection

A $8,500+ Investment (Excluding Sales)

Hajimesyacho, a popular Japanese YouTuber known for diverse content, revealed his impressive collection of 50,000 Pokémon cards on Twitter (X). This was the result of consistently purchasing the maximum 720 Poké Gold daily since the game's October 30, 2024 release. This daily expenditure, estimated at around $100, totals approximately $8,500 over 85 days, excluding any potential savings from in-game sales events. His dedication secured cards from the Genetic Apex (A1) and Mythical Island booster packs, along with limited-time promotional cards.

The latest addition to his collection is the "Pokedex" Trainer card, a reward given for surpassing 40 billion cards collected globally within the game.

McDonald's Happy Meal Collaboration

The Pokémon Company announced an exciting collaboration with McDonald's on January 21, 2025. Pokémon Happy Meals offer exclusive physical Pokémon TCG Pocket cards and merchandise. Fifteen unique cards, including popular Pokémon like Miraidon, Roaring Moon, and Rayquaza (seven of which are holo/foil), are available randomly. In-game rewards include 24 Pack Hourglasses and 12 Hourglasses for booster pack openings and Wonder Pick selections.

Four distinct Happy Meal box designs feature iconic dragon-type Pokémon like Charizard, Rayquaza, Roaring Moon, and 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 New Booster Pack

On January 17, 2025, Pokémon TCG Pocket announced details about its upcoming trading feature. Trading is limited to friends with cards of equal rarity (1-4 diamonds and 1-star). Rarer cards like Special Illustration Rare, Immersive, and 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 options based on player feedback. A new booster pack is also teased for release in January 2025.