Pokémon TCG Player Surpasses 50k Card Collection Milestone

A Japanese YouTuber achieved a remarkable feat in Pokémon TCG Pocket, accumulating over 50,000 cards by consistently purchasing the maximum daily Poke Gold since the game's launch. This impressive collection and the game's recent McDonald's collaboration are detailed below.

Japanese YouTuber's Massive Pokémon TCG Pocket Collection

A $8,500+ Investment (Excluding Sales)

Hajimesyacho, a popular Japanese YouTuber known for diverse content, revealed his impressive Pokémon TCG Pocket accomplishment on Twitter (X). Since the game's October 30, 2024 launch, he's purchased the daily maximum of 720 Poke Gold, costing approximately $100 per day. Over 85 days, this amounts to an estimated $8,500, excluding any potential savings from sales events.

This dedication resulted in a collection of 50,000 cards, encompassing cards from the Genetic Apex (A1) and Mythical Island booster packs, along with limited-time promotional cards. The recently added "Pokedex" Trainer card, awarded for global card collection milestones, further highlights the scope of his achievement.

Pokémon TCG Pocket and McDonald's Team Up!

On January 21, 2025, a surprise collaboration between The Pokémon Company and McDonald's was announced. Happy Meal purchases now include exclusive Pokémon-themed boxes featuring collectible physical cards and in-game rewards.

Fifteen unique physical cards, including popular Pokémon like Miraidon, Roaring Moon, Rayquaza, and more (seven with a holographic finish), are available randomly. Pokémon TCG Pocket players can also redeem in-game rewards: 24 Pack Hourglasses and 12 Hourglasses to open booster packs and utilize the Wonder Pick feature.

Four distinct Happy Meal box designs showcase iconic dragon-type Pokémon like Charizard, Rayquaza, Roaring Moon, and Dragonite, alongside Pikachu. This promotion is available while supplies last, and in-game rewards expire on March 31, 2025.

Trading Feature and New Booster Pack Incoming!

Pokémon TCG Pocket announced details about its upcoming trading feature on January 17, 2025. Trading will initially be limited to friends with cards of matching rarity (1-4 diamonds and 1-star). Rarer cards, like Special Illustration Rares, are excluded. A consumable item, similar to Stardust in Pokémon GO, will facilitate trades.

Cards from Genetic Apex (A1) and Mythical Island packs are initially tradeable, with the developers promising expanded options based on player feedback and game balance. A new booster pack is also teased for release in January 2025.