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 collection, and the game's recent McDonald's collaboration, are detailed below.
Japanese YouTuber Achieves Pokémon TCG Pocket Milestone
Over $8,500 Spent on In-Game Currency
Hajimesyacho, a popular Japanese YouTuber known for diverse content, announced on Twitter (now X) his impressive collection of 50,000 Pokémon TCG Pocket cards. This was accomplished by purchasing the maximum 720 Poké Gold daily since the game's October 30, 2024 launch. This daily expenditure, estimated at around $100, totals approximately $8,500 over 85 days, excluding any sales or discounts. His dedication resulted in a complete collection of cards from the Genetic Apex (A1) and Mythical Island booster packs, along with limited-edition promotional cards.
The recently released "Pokedex" Trainer card, awarded for global card collection milestones (40 billion cards), further highlights the game's progress.
Pokémon TCG Pocket and McDonald's Team Up
A surprise collaboration between The Pokémon Company and McDonald's launched on January 21, 2025. Happy Meal purchases now include exclusive Pokémon-themed boxes featuring collectible physical cards and in-game items. Fifteen unique physical cards, including popular Pokémon like Miraidon, Roaring Moon, and Rayquaza (seven with a holographic finish), are available randomly. TCG Pocket players can also redeem in-game rewards: 24 Pack Hourglasses and 12 Hourglasses for opening booster packs and using the Wonder Pick feature.
Four distinct Happy Meal box designs feature iconic dragon-type Pokémon like Charizard, Rayquaza, Roaring Moon, and Dragonite alongside Pikachu. These limited-time offers are available at participating McDonald's locations until supplies last, with in-game rewards expiring on March 31, 2025.
Trading Feature and New Booster Pack on the Horizon
On January 17, 2025, Pokémon TCG Pocket announced details of its upcoming trading feature. Trading will be limited to friends with cards of equal rarity (1-4 diamonds and 1-star), excluding rarer cards like Special Illustration Rares, Immersive, and Crown Rares. A consumable item will facilitate trades, similar to Stardust in Pokémon GO. Initially, trading will include cards from the Genetic Apex (A1) and Mythical Island booster packs, with future expansion planned. The team emphasized balancing ease of use with the enjoyment of collecting.
A new booster pack is also teased for release in January, with the exact date yet to be revealed.
