Pokémon TCG Tier List Latest: Decks & Cards to Rule Them All

This tier list ranks the best decks in Pokémon TCG Pocket, a more casual and beginner-friendly version of the main Trading Card Game. Note that the meta is constantly evolving, so this list reflects the current state of the game.

Table of Contents

• S-Tier Decks
• A-Tier Decks
• B-Tier Decks

S-Tier Decks

• Gyarados Ex/Greninja Combo: This deck utilizes a synergistic strategy. Druddigon provides a sturdy 100 HP wall and inflicts chip damage without energy. Greninja adds further chip damage and serves as a secondary attacker. Gyarados Ex delivers the final blow, capitalizing on the weakened opponent. Key cards include: Froakie x2, Frogadier x2, Greninja x2, Druddigon x2, Magikarp x2, Gyarados Ex x2, Misty x2, Leaf x2, Professor’s Research x2, Poké Ball x2.

• Pikachu Ex: Currently the top deck, Pikachu Ex is incredibly aggressive and fast. Its 90 damage output for only two Energy is exceptionally efficient. Consider adding Voltorb and Electrode for additional attack options and Electrode's valuable free retreat. Key cards: Pikachu Ex x2, Zapdos Ex x2, Blitzle x2, Zebstrika x2, Poké Ball x2, Potion x2, X Speed x2, Professor’s Research x2, Sabrina x2, Giovanni x2.

• Raichu Surge: While slightly less consistent than the pure Pikachu Ex deck, Raichu and Lt. Surge offer powerful surprise attacks. Zapdos Ex provides a reliable backup attacker. Managing Raichu's energy discard is key, but Lt. Surge mitigates this. X Speed facilitates quick retreats. Key cards: Pikachu Ex x2, Pikachu x2, Raichu x2, Zapdos Ex x2, Potion x2, X Speed x2, Poké Ball x2, Professor’s Research x2, Sabrina x2, Lt. Surge x2.

A-Tier Decks

• Celebi Ex and Serperior Combo: Grass-type decks are rising in popularity thanks to the Mythical Island expansion. Serperior's Jungle Totem doubles Grass Pokémon energy, synergizing perfectly with Celebi Ex's coin flip for increased damage potential. Dhelmise offers a strong alternative attacker. However, this deck is vulnerable to Fire-type decks. Key cards: Snivy x2, Servine x2, Serperior x2, Celebi Ex x2, Dhelmise x2, Erika x2, Professor’s Research x2, Poké Ball x2, X Speed x2, Potion x2, Sabrina x2.

• Koga Poison: This deck focuses on poisoning opponents and then unleashing devastating damage with Scolipede. Weezing and Whirlipede aid in inflicting Poison, while Koga facilitates efficient Pokémon deployment. Leaf provides retreat cost reduction. Tauros serves as a powerful finisher against Ex decks. This deck excels against Mewtwo Ex. Key cards: Venipede x2, Whirlipede x2, Scolipede x2, Koffing x2, Weezing x2, Tauros, Poké Ball x2, Koga x2, Sabrina, Leaf x2.

• Mewtwo Ex/Gardevoir Combo: Mewtwo Ex is the primary attacker, supported by Gardevoir. Rapid evolution of Ralts to Gardevoir is crucial to maximizing Mewtwo Ex's Psydrive. Jynx acts as a stalling or early-game attacker. Key cards: Mewtwo Ex x2, Ralts x2, Kirlia x2, Gardevoir x2, Jynx x2, Potion x2, X Speed x2, Poké Ball x2, Professor’s Research x2, Sabrina x2, Giovanni x2.

B-Tier Decks

• Charizard Ex: This deck boasts high damage potential with Charizard Ex, but relies on luck for optimal draws. Moltres Ex assists in early-game energy accumulation. Key cards: Charmander x2, Charmeleon x2, Charizard Ex x2, Moltres Ex x2, Potion x2, X Speed x2, Poké Ball x2, Professor’s Research x2, Sabrina x2, Giovanni x2.

• Colorless Pidgeot: This deck utilizes basic Pokémon for consistent value. Rattata and Raticate provide early-game damage, while Pidgeot's ability disrupts opponents. Key cards: Pidgey x2, Pidgeotto x2, Pidgeot, Poké Ball x2, Professor’s Research x2, Red Card, Sabrina, Potion x2, Rattata x2, Raticate x2, Kangaskhan, Farfetch’d x2.

This tier list provides a snapshot of the current Pokémon TCG Pocket meta. Remember that deck-building skill and strategic play significantly impact success.