Pokémon TCG Pocket is here: global launch October 30, 2024

October 30, 2024 is the day Pokémon TCG Pocket went live around the world. After months of teasers, pre-registration, and a soft launch in New Zealand, the free-to-play digital card game hit the App Store and Google Play in nine languages, giving trainers everywhere a new way to open packs, build collections, and battle on the go.

Two packs a day, no purchase required

The headline feature from day one: two free booster packs every 24 hours. No gacha pressure, no paywall to “really” play—just log in, claim your packs, and enjoy the ritual of opening them. That loop is at the heart of Pokémon TCG Pocket, designed for short sessions and steady collecting rather than marathon grinding.

Packs use the same beloved artwork and characters as the physical game, plus new exclusive cards and treatments made for the app. The goal is to make the digital experience feel like an extension of the tabletop one, not a separate product.

Language support and accessibility

At launch, Pokémon TCG Pocket supports:

• Japanese
• English
• French
• German
• Italian
• European Spanish
• Brazilian Portuguese
• Korean
• Traditional Chinese

That coverage reflects the game’s global ambition and makes it easy for trainers in major regions to play in their language from the first day.

Immersive Cards and quick battles

Beyond the pack-opening loop, the app introduced Immersive Cards—special cards that expand into interactive 3D-style scenes when you tap and hold. The artwork doesn’t just sit on the card; it pulls you into the illustration, with music and motion that make pulls feel like mini-events.

Battles use simplified quick-play rules so you can get into a game without memorizing the full physical TCG rulebook. It’s built for speed and clarity, perfect for playing on a commute or between other games.

A foundation for what's next

Launch day set the tone: Pokémon TCG Pocket is about collecting first, with battles and social features built on top. Trading would arrive later; for now, the focus was on opening packs, chasing rare and Immersive Cards, and getting used to a new daily habit.

October 30, 2024 wasn’t just a release—it was the start of a new daily ritual for millions of trainers. The pocket-sized TCG had officially arrived.