The launch of Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket was met with enthusiasm, but it quickly encountered challenges with its trading system. The initial implementation of trading was criticized for requiring hard-to-obtain currency and imposing numerous restrictions on what could be traded and with whom. However, a recent update aims to address these issues and improve the trading experience.
A significant change is the complete removal of Trade Tokens. Now, trading cards of three-diamond, four-diamond, and one-star rarity will require Shinedust, a new currency you earn by opening booster packs and receiving cards that are already registered in your Card Dex. If you currently hold Trade Tokens, they can be converted into Shinedust. This new currency isn't just for trading; it's also essential for obtaining flair, and further updates to Shinedust are planned. Additionally, an upcoming feature will allow you to share cards you're interested in trading directly within the game.
Trading Spaces
As previously noted, the initial approach to trading in Pokémon TCG Pocket seemed half-hearted. The digital nature of the game necessitates more restrictions to prevent abuse, which differs from real-life trading scenarios. While these changes are a step in the right direction, they won't be implemented until autumn at the earliest, leaving players waiting through spring and summer. This slow pace of updates has left some fans wishing for quicker action from the development team.
If you're hesitant to dive back into Pokémon TCG Pocket until these updates roll out, why not explore some of the new mobile games we've highlighted in our latest feature on the top five new mobile games to try this week?
