The Pokémon Trading Card Game has been incredibly popular, both in the past and present.
Getting a good card from a pack is thrilling, and winning an intense battle is just as exciting.
The Pokémon Trading Card Game, loved by children and adults alike, has finally gone digital!
Here's a report on the special event commemorating the release of the smartphone Pokémon Trading Card Game "Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket" (hereafter, Pokémon TCG Pocket).
President Ishihara and Producer Hirobe Introduce the Charms of "Pokémon TCG Pocket"
First, Tsunekazu Ishihara, President and CEO of The Pokémon Company, took the stage to give an opening address.
Finally, "Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket" is being released worldwide.
The Pokémon Trading Card Game, which I developed at Creatures Inc. 28 years ago, is now sold in 93 countries and regions and enjoyed by many people around the world.
Development for this title began to bring the Pokémon Trading Card Game to even more people.
Anyone can easily expand their digital collection by simply opening free packs every day.
We also optimized battles to be played in a short amount of time.
The number of countries and regions where it will be distributed for smartphones is 150, and pre-registrations have already reached 7 million worldwide.
I hope that all of you will enjoy collecting and battling with players around the world through "Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket."
Please look forward to it!
(Translated from Japanese)
Next, Keita Hirobe, producer of Pokémon TCG Pocket, took the stage to introduce the charms of the title.
Pokémon TCG Pocket is a smartphone app that digitizes the Pokémon Trading Card Game, which is highly popular among players and collectors worldwide.
Not only can you enjoy collecting cards by opening two free packs daily, but you can also play Pokémon Card Game battles optimized for 20-card decks (compared to the traditional 60 cards) and for enjoyment in around 5 minutes per battle.
It's a new Pokémon Card Game app designed for a wide range of users, featuring auto-battles and rental decks.
Pokémon-Loving Celebrities Take the Stage to Share Their Affection!
And now, for what you've been waiting for!
Guests included puzzle creator Ryogo Matsumaru (@ryogomatsumaru), and actors Fuju Kamio (@kamio_fuju) and Sairi Ito (@SaiRi_iTo).
Comedians Ryotaro Kan (@pan_ryotaro), Kei Mukai (@panther_mukai), and Takahiro Ogata (@ogaogaoga399) from the comedy trio Panther also appeared.
Ito also appeared in a TV commercial set to air nationwide in Japan (excluding some regions) starting Wednesday, October 30, 2024.
When asked about a challenging scene during filming, Ito smiled and replied, "The 'Pokepoke' where I had to express immense joy on a bed was tough. I even flipped over (laughs)."
Exciting Pack Opening Ceremony!
When it comes to the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the moment of opening a pack is incredibly exciting, isn't it?
On stage, the guests also opened Pokémon TCG Pocket packs and drew various cards.
Ito Takes on the Challenge
Ito actually drew an immersive card, a unique system in Pokémon TCG Pocket!
When you draw an immersive card, the screen seamlessly changes on the spot, allowing you to immerse yourself in the card.
You can see the lively expressions of cute and cool Pokémon.
Panther's Ogata Takes on the Challenge
Panther's Ogata announced he would perform his "Thank You Open" using his most famous gag.
His "Thank You!" finger...
...touched the screen and then ripped...
He successfully drew Charizard EX!
Perfect for the always-passionate Ogata.
Kamio Takes on the Challenge
Kamio, who grew up with Pokémon since childhood, was surprised to draw Mewtwo EX.
Panther's Kan Takes on the Challenge
Panther's Kan drew a Kangaskhan.
While it wasn't a shiny, Pokémon enthusiast Matsumaru added, "Actually, this Kangaskhan is extremely rare; it's a card that was distributed at the Kangaskhan Parent-Child Tournament held long ago."
The so-called "parent-child Kangaskhan" is very limited in circulation and is currently valued at several million yen as of 2024.
In this way, Pokémon TCG Pocket features a wide range of illustrations, from nostalgic ones to the latest newly drawn ones.
Even just opening the two free packs daily seems like a lot of fun as a daily routine.
Share Episodes Related to "Pokémon TCG Pocket"!
Next up was a talk show.
The guests shared episodes related to Pokémon TCG Pocket.
Kamio's Latest Collection Is Jam?!
Kamio: I've loved eating toast with jam since I was little.
My favorite is strawberry jam, but apple and mandarin orange are also delicious, and I line up various kinds of jam in my refrigerator.
Ogata: It tastes better if you spread butter on the toast before the jam, right?
Kamio: It does!
Ogata: Right?! You agree, oh phew, phew, phew!
Mukai: What's "phew" about that! (laughs)
(Translated from Japanese)
Matsumaru is a maniac who has collected 50,000 Pokémon cards
Matsumaru is such a fan of the Pokémon Trading Card Game that he has competed in national tournaments.
Matsumaru: When I counted them again the other day, I realized I had at least 50,000.
Everyone: 50,000!?
Matsumaru: I started about 5 years ago, so I've been getting about 10,000 cards a year.
Mukai: So you don't have any cards you don't own anymore?
Matsumaru: I still have cards I don't own. It's a once-in-a-lifetime encounter, so no matter how many packs I buy, that card just won't come out! That's how I get hooked.
(Translated from Japanese)
Matsumaru expressed his enthusiasm for after the release, saying, "I'd like to share a lot of things once Pokémon TCG Pocket is released. I want to be the person with the most Pokémon TCG Pocket cards in Japan."
Ogata: Fuecoco? Ogata?
Ogata answered "Pokémon" to the question "What are you immersed in?" and was met with puzzled looks from everyone.
Mukai: That's the first I've heard of it! (laughs)
Ogata: It's true! My daughter loves Fuecoco, and she loves me too, so she calls me Fuecoco.
Mukai: Is that story true? (laughs)
Ogata: I tell her, "Daddy is Ogata!"
Mukai: What's your favorite Pokémon, Ogata?
Ogata: I love Pikachu! Just Pikachu! It's like, "Pikapi!" Don't you all agree?
(Translated from Japanese)
"Pokémon TCG Pocket" Releases on Wednesday, October 30, 2024!
Now that we've all enjoyed "Pokémon TCG Pocket" together, I think everyone watching felt like "this looks fun" and "we can get excited about this." Just like in the TV commercial, I think it's an app game that can be enjoyed in various situations, whether you're playing alone to relax or to get pumped up, so I really hope everyone tries it out.
(Translated from Japanese)
Saiga NAKAnd with that, the Pokémon TCG Pocket release event concluded!
The release of Pokémon TCG Pocket is finally tomorrow.
It's sure to be fun, not just for battles but also for simply collecting cards, so please give it a try!
| Title Overview | |
|---|---|
| Name | Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket |
| Release Date | Wednesday, October 30, 2024 |
| Price | Free to Play |
| Sales Format | Download Only |
| Publisher | The Pokémon Company |
| Developer | Creatures Inc., DeNA Co., Ltd. |
| Supported OS | iOS, Android |
| Genre | Card |
| Supported Languages | Japanese, English, European Spanish, French, German, Italian, Brazilian Portuguese, Korean, Traditional Chinese |
