Pokémon TCG Pocket finally tackles trading in new update, but it\'s not coming until autumn

The launch of Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket was met with excitement, but the trading feature quickly became a source of frustration for many players. Initially, the trading system was hampered by the need for scarce Trade Tokens and restrictive trading rules. However, a recent update promises to overhaul this system, aiming to make trading more accessible and enjoyable.

The first major change is the complete removal of Trade Tokens. Players will no longer need to exchange cards to acquire the currency needed for trading. Instead, a new currency called Shinedust will be used to trade cards of three-diamond, four-diamond, and one-star rarity. Shinedust is earned by opening booster packs and receiving cards that are already registered in your Card Dex.

For those who already own Trade Tokens, there's good news: they can be converted into Shinedust. This is particularly important since Shinedust is also used to obtain flair, and further modifications to Shinedust are on the horizon. Additionally, an upcoming update will introduce a feature allowing players to share cards they're interested in trading through an in-game function.

Trading Spaces

As previously discussed, the initial implementation of trading in Pokémon TCG Pocket felt half-hearted. The necessity of more stringent rules in a digital environment to prevent abuse is understandable, but the execution left much to be desired. The promised changes are a step in the right direction, but the timeline for these updates—set for autumn at the earliest—means players will have to wait through the spring and summer.

While the team behind Pokémon TCG Pocket is addressing these issues, the pace of these improvements has been slower than many fans would like. If you're not ready to dive back into Pokémon TCG Pocket just yet, consider exploring some of the new mobile games featured in our latest top five list for this week.