Summary
- Japanese YouTuber Hajime Syacho has hit the daily spending limit in Pokemon TCG Pocket since the game's launch on October 30, 2024.
- The creator has amassed 50,000 cards, spending approximately $7,200 on Poke Gold.
- Players who don't spend any money in the game report only having between 1,000 and 1,300 cards.
A Japanese Pokemon TCG Pocket player has hit the daily spending limit each day since the title's release on October 30, 2024. One of the most popular mobile games of 2024, Pokemon TCG Pocket was downloaded over 10 million times within the first two days of its release on iOS and Android devices.
Players continue to flock to the newest Pokemon mobile game daily, eager to add more cards to their Pokedex and earn rewards by winning battles against friends and other trainers around the world. On January 20, the developers announced that a free Pokedex card in Pokemon TCG Pocket will be available to all players until April 30 to celebrate 40 billion card acquisitions in total since the game's release. As with other popular gacha titles, the majority of players tend to keep their spending to a minimum, though a few outliers will typically go to great lengths to snag everything they can in-game.
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Hajime Syacho, a popular Japanese YouTuber boasting over 15 million subscribers on his main channel, recently revealed that he has hit the daily spending limit in Pokemon TCG Pocket since launch day. This amounts to around 1.12 million yen (approximately $7,200) spent so far, which equates to 50,000 cards. While players who subscribe to Pokemon TCG Pocket's Premium Pass can open an extra booster pack each day and win additional rewards, it's also possible to purchase up to 720 Poke Gold each day, which can be used to purchase exclusive goods and gain access to more cards. Some players in the comments noted that, without spending any money at all, they had only been able to amass between 1,000 and 1,300 cards since the game's launch in late 2024.
Japanese YouTuber Amasses 50,000 Cards in Pokemon TCG Pocket
Pokemon TCG Pocket continues to roll out unique events for players, with the Blastoise Wonder Pick event underway until January 22. The most recent update made to the game also triggered the return of the Mythical Island SP Emblem event, which divided the fanbase, as many believe that having to win consecutive battles is too frustrating and time-consuming for the rewards on offer. Additionally, certain cards will be able to be traded starting in January, with the feature gradually expanding over time.
Pokemania has returned to the world in a big way, from the continued popularity of Pokemon TCG Pocket to the return of Pokemon cards to McDonald's Happy Meals in the US. Fans are eagerly awaiting news of the next major entry in the franchise, with many postulating that the upcoming game Pokemon Legends: Z-A will be a launch title for the Nintendo Switch 2.
- Released
- October 30, 2024
- Developer(s)
- DeNA, Creatures Inc.
- Publisher(s)
- The Pokemon Company
- Multiplayer
- Online Multiplayer
- Cross-Platform Play
- Yes
WHERE TO PLAY
Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket lets you easily collect Pokémon cards. Creatures Inc. Has created exciting new visual effects for cards that are only possible digitally.
Pokémon cards, played with by people in 89 countries, are now closer to you than ever!
Enjoy Pokémon cards anytime, anywhere, on your mobile device!
■ You can open packs every day to get cards!
Collect cards every day! You can open two booster packs every day at no cost to collect Pokémon cards featuring heartwarming illustrations from the past as well as all-new cards exclusive to this game.
■ New Pokémon cards!
Immersive cards, a brand-new kind of card, make their debut here! With new illustrations that have a 3D feel, immersive cards will make you feel like you’ve leapt into the world of the card’s illustration!
■ Trade cards with friends!
You can trade certain cards with friends. Use the trade feature to collect even more cards!
■ Show off your collection!
You can use binders or display boards to showcase your cards and share them with the world!
■ Casual battles—alone or with friends!
You can enjoy casual battles during quick breaks in your day! Ranked matches are now available for players who'd like to battle even more.
