Space-Time Smackdown, the Diamond and Pearl-themed expansion for Pokémon TCG Pocket, significantly alters the meta. Here are the top decks to prioritize building:
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Pokémon TCG Pocket: Space-Time Smackdown Best Decks
- Darkrai Ex/Weavile Ex
- Metal Dialga Ex
- Yanmega/Exeggutor
- Pachirisu Ex
Darkrai Ex/Weavile Ex
This deck features: Sneasel x2, Weavile Ex x2, Murkrow x2, Honchkrow x2, Darkrai Ex x2, Dawn x2, Cyrus x2, Leaf x2, Professor’s Research x2, Poké Ball x2, Great Cape x2. The key card is Dawn, a new Supporter allowing Energy transfer from the Bench to your Active Pokémon. Combined with Darkrai Ex's ability to deal extra damage when Energy is moved, and Weavile Ex's boosted damage against already-damaged Pokémon, this creates a powerful synergy. Murkrow and Honchkrow provide additional attacking options while building your bench.
Metal Dialga Ex
This deck includes: Meltan x2, Melmetal x2, Dialga Ex x2, Mew Ex, Heatran, Tauros, Dawn x2, Giovanni x2, Leaf x2, Professor’s Research x2, Poké Ball x2, Giant Cape x2. Dialga Ex enhances the consistency of this previously struggling Metal-type archetype (Meltan/Melmetal). Dialga Ex's Metallic Turbo allows faster Melmetal setup. Mew Ex and Tauros offer counter options, also benefiting from Metallic Turbo.
Yanmega/Exeggutor
This deck uses: Exeggcute (GA) x2, Exeggutor Ex x2, Yanma x2, Yanmega Ex x2, Mew Ex, Erika x2, Leaf x2, Professor’s Research x2, Poké Ball x2, Rocky Helmet x2, Pokémon Communication. Building on Exeggutor Ex's strength, this deck incorporates Yanmega Ex for consistent attacks (120 damage Air Slash). Exeggutor Ex acts as a frontline attacker while Yanmega Ex is set up. Erika provides crucial healing, and Rocky Helmet adds defense.
Pachirisu Ex
This decklist features: Pachirisu Ex x2, Mew Ex, Zapdos Ex x2, Cyrus, Giovanni, Professor’s Research x2, Poké Ball x2, Rocky Helmet x2, Giant Cape x2, Lum Berry, X Speed x2, Potion x2. This deck maximizes Pachirisu Ex's ability (80 damage with a Tool). Giant Cape and Rocky Helmet boost its durability, while Potions aid sustainability. Zapdos Ex provides reliable attacks while drawing cards.
These are our top deck recommendations for Pokémon TCG Pocket: Space-Time Smackdown. Check out The Escapist for more gaming tips and information.
