Author: Christian Hoffer

Pokemon fans got a new look Pokemon Legends ZA before next year Pokemon Day thanks to a well-known leaker. In February, The Pokémon Company surprised many when it announced Pokemon Legends ZAa new Pokemon Legends game set in the Kalos region. Details about the game are still unclear, but The Pokémon Company confirmed that the game would be set in Lumiose City, the central city of the Kalos region, and would bring the popular Mega Evolution mechanic back to the game. Since that initial announcement in Pokemon Day (February 27), The Pokémon Company has kept information about Pokemon Legends ZAno…

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Build-A-Bear is adding to its extensive line of Pokémon plushies featuring a fan-favorite Pokémon that’s sure to make hearts race, Riolu. Riolu is a Fighting-type Pokémon that eventually evolves into Lucario, the fan-favorite Fighting/Steel-type Pokémon. Riolu is known for his fighting spirit and his sensitivity to the auras of Pokémon and people. Riolu only evolves into Lucario when it has a high friendship with players from the main series games, making it a perfect candidate for a Build-A-Bear collaboration. On November 13th, Build a Bear announced Riolu as the latest in its line of Pokémon plush. Currently, an online bundle…

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In fact, it may not matter which package Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket players choose when making their daily playthroughs, as developers remain coy about mechanics. A part of Pokémon TCG Pocket experience is choosing which deck of cards to open. After choosing one of three types of Genetic Apex packs, each containing a different subset of cards, the app sends players to a carousel of packs to choose from. However, this carousel may not provide fans with any sort of real choice. and the developers will not provide a clear answer. Several data points indicate that carousel selection doesn’t…

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The Pokémon Company released a surprise collaboration with Grammy-winning artist Dua Lipa to promote Pokemon Sleep. Today, the official Pokémon The YouTube channel released a 40-second short featuring Dua Lipa’s “Illusion” to help showcase the various sleep styles found on the Pokemon Sleep lifestyle app. The commercial shows several people getting some much-needed sleep while comparing them to the various ways Pokémon sleep in the game. Although Dua Lipa does not appear in the commercial the application is official Pokémon Social media accounts are promoting this as an official collaboration between the artist and The Pokémon Company. Pokemon Sleep was…

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A baby Pokémon is getting its first Pokémon Trading Card Game card in more than 15 years. The Pokémon Company revealed over the weekend than the next Terastal Festival set would feature a Budew Pokémon card. This is the first time Budew has received a Pokémon card since the 2008 set Diamond and Pearl: Stormfront. Before this card was announced, Budew had the longest drought of any Pokémon since it last appeared in a Pokémon card. Interestingly, Budew can appear in competitive decks, thanks to his zero energy attack that prevents players from using item cards the next turn. Budew…

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Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket It’s off to a good start, but will it be able to replicate or even surpass the success of another big Pokémon mobile game? Recent reports indicate that the new mobile app is overtaking Pokemon GOdaily sales by a 4 to 1 margin. Assuming the statistics are accurate, it is a sign of the early success that Pokémon TCG Pocket is having. But while Pokémon TCG Pocket is a success now, an important question is whether it can keep the momentum going, especially now that we’ve seen how the game’s events will play out in-game.…

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A surprisingly large portion Pokemon Trading Card Game PocketThe card art is exclusive to the new mobile game. Although Pokémon TCG Pocket looks very similar to the physical Pokémon Trading Card Gamefeatures different rules and mechanics. Technically, each card used in Pokémon TCG Pocket is unique to the app as HP, moves and other stats are unique. However, many cards feature illustrations previously found on physical trading cards. Some of the card art dates back to the original Base Set, while other cards use art previously only found on promotional or Japan-exclusive cards. Although all cards with alternate art in…

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Sparks arise finally arrived at Pokémon Trading Card Game. The newest set features a new wave of strong ex-Pokémon Stellar Tera cards, as well as a ton of new Rare Illustration and Secret Rare Illustration cards. These cards are normally the chase cards for Pokémon TCG players, with some impressive cards currently selling for top prices on the secondary market. Drawing one of these cards can be exciting, either because players know they’ve hit the jackpot or because they’ve found the best card for their collection. The prices below are taken from TCGPlayer. Typically, market prices fluctuate a bit during…

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Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket has just launched a new battle-focused event, with players able to earn Pack Hourglasses, Shinedust, and player badges as prizes. The new Apex Genetic Emblem Event 1 challenges players to fight and beat their fellow players in a standard battle. All decks are eligible for use in the Genetic Apex Emblem event. Players can collect special badges to display on their profiles and rack up wins. Players can also earn rewards for completing certain event-focused missions. The event runs until November 28th. This is the first Emblem Event for Pokémon TCG Pocket and is happening…

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Pokémon TCG PocketThe game’s first events are underway, with players able to add several new promotional cards to their collection. A new Lapras ex Drop event officially launched today, giving players the chance to add five new promo cards to their collection. Included in the potential prizes is a new Lapras ex card, as well as several promotional cards with alternate art. Players can earn promotional packs by winning a solo battle against one of several Lapras-themed decks. The Lapras ex Drop event follows a Wonder Pick event released in early November. Once a day, players can participate in a…

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