A Japanese YouTuber has achieved a remarkable feat in Pokémon TCG Pocket, accumulating an impressive collection of 50,000 cards by consistently purchasing the maximum daily amount of Poké Gold since the game's launch. Let's delve into this incredible accomplishment and the exciting news surrounding the game's McDonald's collaboration!
YouTuber's Daily Poké Gold Spree
A $8,500 Investment (and that's not counting sales!)
Hajimesyacho, a popular Japanese YouTuber known for diverse content ranging from product reviews to vlogs and challenges, recently revealed his monumental achievement on Twitter (X). Since the October 30, 2024 launch of Pokémon TCG Pocket, he's maxed out his daily Poké Gold purchases, reaching a staggering 50,000 cards.
This dedication translates to a daily expenditure of approximately $100 to reach the 720 Poké Gold daily limit. Over the game's 85-day lifespan, this amounts to an estimated $8,500—and this figure doesn't even include any potential savings from in-game sales events during the launch period and the holidays. His dedication to collecting every card from the Genetic Apex (A1) and Mythical Island booster packs, along with time-limited promotional cards, is truly remarkable. The latest addition to his collection is the new Pokedex Trainer card, awarded to players celebrating the global collection of 40 billion cards.
McDonald's and Pokémon TCG: A Happy Meal Collaboration
On January 21, 2025, the Pokémon Company announced a delightful surprise: a collaboration with McDonald's! Fans can now snag exclusive Pokémon-themed Happy Meals, featuring collectible physical cards and items from the Pokémon TCG Pocket series.
Fifteen unique physical cards are up for grabs, including popular Pokémon like Miraidon, Roaring Moon, Rayquaza, and more. Seven of these are coveted "holo" or "foil" cards, boasting a glossy finish. Pokémon TCG Pocket players can also redeem in-game rewards: 24 Pack Hourglasses and 12 Hourglasses, used to open booster packs and select cards from the Wonder Pick feature.
The collaboration features four distinct Happy Meal box designs, showcasing iconic dragon-type Pokémon such as Charizard, Rayquaza, Roaring Moon, and Dragonite, alongside the ever-popular Pikachu. Visit your local participating McDonald's before supplies run out! Remember, the in-game rewards expire on March 31, 2025, so redeem them promptly.
Trading Arrives in Pokémon TCG Pocket
On January 17, 2025, the Pokémon TCG Pocket team announced details about the highly anticipated trading feature. Trading is currently limited to friends, requiring cards of the same rarity (1-4 diamonds and 1-star). Rarer cards like Special Illustration Rare, Immersive, and Crown Rares are excluded from trading. A consumable item will be required for each trade, similar to the Stardust system in Pokémon GO.
Currently, select cards from the Genetic Apex (A1) and Mythical Island booster packs are tradeable, with the team promising to expand the selection in the future. They've also teased the release of a new booster pack sometime in January 2025.
