Since its launch, Pokémon TCG Pocket has attracted a great deal of criticism, not least for its restrictive card exchange system. In response to player feedback, The Pokémon Company and DeNA have announced an overhaul of this mechanism, scheduled for autumn 2025. The major change is the elimination of exchange tokens, replaced by Shard Powder, a resource already present in the game.
The initial exchange system required players to use a specific currency, which was difficult to obtain, making each transaction particularly laborious. Although the distribution of these tokens was made more flexible, this was not enough to satisfy the community. From now on, Powder Radiance will take their place, a resource obtained by opening boosters or through certain in-game activities, as the developers explain in a press release.
This change is designed to simplify trading and enhance the value of in-game duplicates. In addition, one and two-diamond rarity cards will continue to be tradeable without requiring this resource. In addition, a new interface will make it easier for players to identify the cards they are looking for. At the same time, the developers are looking into the possibility of making certain currently blocked cards, such as promotional cards, exchangeable.
Although this update is aimed at improving the player experience, it has elicited mixed reactions. Some welcome the improved accessibility of exchanges, while others regret the late arrival of these adjustments. We'll have to wait untilautumn 2025 to see whether these changes meet the community's expectations.
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