"Pokemon TCG Pocket Announces Exciting Future Expansions"

The Pokemon Company has officially confirmed that Pokemon TCG Pocket Pack Hourglasses will continue to play a crucial role in future expansions of the game. This announcement dispels recent rumors that suggested the upcoming expansion would render these hourglasses obsolete. Released in October 2024, Pokemon TCG Pocket has quickly become a favorite among fans, largely replacing the Pokemon TCG Live mobile game. The game's first expansion, Mythical Island, introduced 68 new cards, adding to the initial 226 cards from the Genetic Apex packs. With another expansion rumored for January, concerns about the utility of Pack Hourglasses were widespread, but The Pokemon Company has now clarified their ongoing relevance.

According to a statement reported by Screen Rant, Pack Hourglasses will continue to reduce the delay between booster pack openings by one hour, regardless of the expansion. This means players can keep stockpiling these hourglasses for use with future packs. While some speculated that a new currency might replace Pack Hourglasses, The Pokemon Company has confirmed that this will not be the case for the anticipated 2025 expansion. This assurance allows players to continue collecting Pack Hourglasses through daily challenges and the Complimentary Item Set in the shop, which refreshes daily.

Pokemon TCG Pocket Pack Hourglasses Are Here to Stay

Without Pack Hourglasses, players must rely on Pack Stamina, which regenerates every 12 hours, allowing them to open two booster packs daily. Each Pack Hourglass shaves off one hour from this waiting period, with 12 hourglasses needed to bypass a full 12-hour interval. In addition to Pack Hourglasses, Pokemon TCG Pocket features a variety of other currencies, including Wonder Hourglasses, Special, Event, and standard Shop Tickets, Poke Gold, Pack Points, and more.

The recent rumors about the potential obsolescence of Pack Hourglasses in the next expansion had caused some concern among players. However, this latest announcement from The Pokemon Company should reassure fans that their stockpiled hourglasses will remain valuable. As Pokemon TCG Pocket continues to evolve with new updates and expansions, the game's success seems poised to ensure a bright future for its dedicated player base.