Pokemon TCG Pocket Has Good News About Future Expansions

Pokemon TCG Pocket Pack Hourglasses Remain Essential for Future Expansions

The Pokemon Company has officially confirmed that Pack Hourglasses will continue to function in upcoming Pokemon TCG Pocket expansions, dispelling recent rumors suggesting their obsolescence. This means players can confidently continue accumulating these valuable time-savers.

Launched in October 2024, Pokemon TCG Pocket quickly gained popularity, largely replacing Pokemon TCG Live for many players. The addition of the Mythical Island booster pack, introducing 68 new cards, further fueled player engagement. However, speculation arose regarding the utility of Pack Hourglasses in anticipated future expansions, particularly with rumors of a January release. These concerns have now been addressed.

A recent Screen Rant report cited a statement from The Pokemon Company directly confirming the ongoing relevance of Pack Hourglasses. The statement explicitly clarified that these hourglasses will consistently reduce booster pack opening delays by one hour, irrespective of the expansion. This announcement effectively quells previous suggestions of a new in-game currency specifically for expansion-related hourglass purchases. While such a currency might be introduced in the future, it's not currently planned for the upcoming 2025 expansion.

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Pack Hourglass Mechanics and Alternatives:

In the absence of Pack Hourglasses, players can utilize Pack Stamina, accumulating over 12-hour intervals. This system allows for two booster pack openings per day. Pack Hourglasses are obtainable through daily challenges and the daily replenishing Complimentary Item Set in the shop. Each hourglass reduces the Pack Stamina wait time by one hour, requiring twelve hourglasses to fully bypass the 12-hour wait. It's important to note that Pokemon TCG Pocket utilizes various other in-game currencies, including Wonder Hourglasses, different types of Tickets, Poke Gold, and Pack Points.

The confirmation regarding Pack Hourglasses should alleviate concerns among players who had been worried about the value of their existing stockpiles. Given the game's current success, further expansions for Pokemon TCG Pocket are highly likely.