Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket

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Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket

Creatures Inc.; DeNA (published by The Pokémon Company)

iOS; Android (mobile)Free-to-play (in‑app purchases; optional subscription; booster packs)

Health Score

MIXED

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About This Game

A mobile adaptation of the Pokémon Trading Card Game focused on collecting digital booster packs, building decks, and playing quick online matches. The app emphasizes daily free packs and visual card presentation while using randomized pack mechanics and optional purchases for faster collection. Tone is colorful and family‑friendly but includes real‑money purchases and online play.

Score Breakdown

Positive Aspects

Educational Value

2/5

Creativity

3/5

Pro-Social

2/5

Risk Factors

Addictive Monetization

5/5

Time Pressure / FOMO

2/5

Social Risk

3/5

Content Intensity

1/5

Negatives

•Aggressive monetization using randomized booster packs and subscription options that can encourage spending
•restrictive or limited trading systems and potential for real‑money trading outside the app
•online interactions and trading introduce social risks.

Positives

•Accessible introduction to collectible card games and deckbuilding
•daily free packs and visually appealing card presentation
•official Pokémon license and regular content updates.

Gameplay Videos

Pokemon TCG Pocket - Gameplay Walkthrough Part 1 - Intro & Tutorial (iOS, Android)

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Official Ratings

E10+

ESRB

Fantasy/Cartoon ViolenceIn‑Game PurchasesUsers Interact (online play)

In‑Game Purchases; Users Interact; Online Multiplayer

PEGI

In‑Game PurchasesOnline Interactions

Age Recommendations

ℹ️Ages 3-5

Not recommended. Mechanics, strategic complexity, and in‑app purchases make this unsuitable for preschool children.

ℹ️Ages 6-8

Use with caution and close supervision. Younger kids may enjoy opening packs but parental controls should disable purchases and an adult should monitor trading/online activity.

ℹ️Ages 9-12

Generally acceptable with parental controls. Good introduction to TCG strategy, but discuss spending limits and monitor trading and online matches.

ℹ️Ages 13-15

Appropriate for most teens. Encourage responsible spending habits, discuss trading rules and risks, and review account settings and parental controls.

ℹ️Ages 16-18

Suitable. Teens can manage the strategic gameplay and online features, but remain aware of aggressive monetization and potential issues with trading or real‑money transactions.

Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket

About This Game

Score Breakdown

Positive Aspects

Risk Factors

Negatives

Positives

Gameplay Videos

Pokemon TCG Pocket - Gameplay Walkthrough Part 1 - Intro &amp; Tutorial (iOS, Android)

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Official Ratings

Age Recommendations

Pokemon TCG Pocket - Gameplay Walkthrough Part 1 - Intro & Tutorial (iOS, Android)