A Japanese YouTuber has made headlines by amassing an impressive collection of 50,000 cards in Pokémon TCG Pocket, achieved through daily purchases of Poké Gold since the game's launch. Dive deeper into this remarkable feat and learn about the game's exciting ongoing collaboration with McDonald's!
YouTuber Bought 720 Poke Gold in Pokemon TCG Pocket Daily
Japanese YouTuber Hajimesyacho, known for his eclectic content ranging from product reviews to vlogs and challenges, took to X (formerly Twitter) to share his monumental achievement in Pokémon TCG Pocket. On January 19, 2025, he revealed that he had successfully collected 50,000 cards by purchasing the maximum amount of Poké Gold daily since the mobile game's launch on October 30, 2024.
To put this into perspective, the daily limit for Poké Gold purchases is 720, requiring a daily expenditure of approximately $100. Over the 85 days the game has been live, Hajimesyacho's total spending reached an estimated $8,500, not including any discounts from sales events. His dedication to collecting every available card from the Genetic Apex (A1) and Mythical Island booster packs, along with time-exclusive promo cards, showcases his commitment to the game.
The latest card added to the game, a Trainer card named Pokedex, was released to celebrate the collection of 40 billion cards worldwide. This card allows players to peek at the top three cards of their deck, adding a strategic element to the gameplay.
McDonald’s X Pokemon Happy Meals Collab
On January 21, 2025, The Pokémon Company announced a thrilling collaboration with McDonald's. Fans can now enjoy exclusive Pokémon-themed Happy Meal boxes, which come with collectible physical cards and digital items from the Pokémon TCG Pocket series. These Happy Meals offer 15 different physical cards, including popular Pokémon like Miraidon, Roaring Moon, and Rayquaza, with 7 of them being "holo" or "foil" cards featuring a glossy finish.
In addition to the physical cards, TCG Pocket players can redeem 24 Pack Hourglasses and 12 Hourglasses, which can be used to open booster packs and select cards via Wonder Pick. The collaboration features four unique Happy Meal box designs, showcasing beloved dragon-type Pokémon such as Charizard, Rayquaza, Roaring Moon, and Dragonite alongside Pikachu.
These exclusive items are available at participating McDonald's stores until supplies last. Remember, TCG Pocket’s rewards from this collaboration expire on March 31, 2025, so don't miss out on redeeming them in time.
Pokemon TCG Pocket’s Upcoming Trade Feature
On January 17, 2025, Pokémon TCG Pocket announced details about its much-anticipated trade feature. Trades can only be conducted between friends and must involve cards of the same rarity. Cards ranging from 1-4 diamonds and 1-star rarity are eligible for trading, but highly sought-after cards like Special Illustration Rare, Immersive, and Crown Rares are excluded. An item must be consumed to facilitate each trade, similar to the Stardust system in Pokémon GO.
Certain cards from the Genetic Apex (A1) and Mythical Island booster packs are currently tradable, with the TCG Pocket team promising to expand the selection in the future. They emphasized their commitment to monitoring player feedback to enhance the trade feature while balancing the collecting experience.
In the same announcement, the team teased the upcoming release of a new booster pack this January, though the exact date remains undisclosed.
