Pokemon TCG Pocket Player Maxes PokeGold Purchases Everyday Since Launch, Collecting Over 50,000 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, recently revealed his impressive Pokémon TCG Pocket card collection on Twitter (X). Since the game's October 30, 2024 launch, he's consistently purchased the maximum 720 Poké Gold daily. This equates to approximately $100 per day, resulting in a total estimated expenditure of over $8,500 (excluding any discounts during sales events).

This dedication allowed him to acquire a vast collection encompassing cards from the Genetic Apex (A1) and Mythical Island booster packs, along with limited-edition promotional cards. The recent addition of a "Pokedex" Trainer card, awarded for global collection milestones, further emphasizes the scale of his achievement.

McDonald's Happy Meal Collaboration Fuels the Frenzy

Adding to the excitement, The Pokémon Company announced a collaboration with McDonald's on January 21, 2025. Happy Meal purchases now include exclusive Pokémon TCG Pocket-themed boxes containing physical collectible cards and in-game rewards.

Fifteen unique physical cards, including popular Pokémon like Miraidon, Roaring Moon, and Rayquaza (seven of which are holo/foil cards), are available randomly. In-game, players can redeem 24 Pack Hourglasses and 12 Hourglasses to enhance their collection.

Four distinct Happy Meal box designs feature iconic dragon-type Pokémon: Charizard, Rayquaza, Roaring Moon, and Dragonite, alongside Pikachu. However, these limited-time offers are available only while supplies last, and in-game rewards expire on March 31, 2025.

Trading Feature on the Horizon

On January 17, 2025, Pokémon TCG Pocket announced details about its upcoming trading feature. Initially, trading will be limited to friends with cards of the same rarity (1-4 diamonds and 1-star). Rarer cards, such as Special Illustration Rares, will be excluded. A consumable item will facilitate trades, similar to Stardust in Pokémon GO.

While the initial tradeable cards will include selections from the Genetic Apex (A1) and Mythical Island booster packs, the developers have promised to expand the selection based on player feedback. A new booster pack is also teased for release in January 2025.