The Pokémon TCG Pocket game is about to get a major update with the release of the Space-Time Smackdown expansion, following the success of the Genetic Apex set. Here's a breakdown of the release date and new features.
Table of Contents
- When Does Space-Time Smackdown Release in Pokémon TCG Pocket?
- How Many Booster Packs Are Included?
- New Cards Revealed in Space-Time Smackdown
When Does Space-Time Smackdown Release in Pokémon TCG Pocket?
The Space-Time Smackdown expansion arrives in Pokémon TCG Pocket on January 30th at 1:00 AM Eastern Time. While initial announcements suggested January 29th, the official Pokémon website and X account confirm the 30th, likely to account for time zone differences.
How Many Booster Packs Are Included?
Unlike Genetic Apex, which featured three booster packs, Space-Time Smackdown includes only two, themed around Palkia and Dialga. This suggests a strong focus on Generation IV Pokémon, though cards from other generations will likely be present.
New Cards Revealed in Space-Time Smackdown
While a complete card list isn't yet available, here are some highlights:
| Card | Effect |
|---|---|
| Dialga ex | 150HP; Metallic Turbo (2 Metal Energy): Attach 2 Metal Energy from your Energy Zone to 1 Benched Pokémon. 30 damage; Heavy Impact (2 Metal, 2 Colorless Energy): 100 damage; 2 Retreat Cost |
| Palkia ex | 150HP; Slash (1 Water Energy): 30 damage; Dimensional Storm (3 Water, 1 Colorless Energy): Discard 3 Water Energy from this Pokémon. Does 20 damage to each of your opponent’s Benched Pokémon. 150 damage. |
| Turtwig | 80HP; Bite (1 Grass, 1 Colorless Energy): 30 damage; 2 Retreat Cost |
| Chimchar | 60HP; Scratch (1 Fire Energy): 20 damage; 1 Retreat Cost |
| Piplup | 60HP; Nap (1 Colorless Energy): Heal 20 damage from this Pokémon; 1 Retreat Cost |
| Pachirisu ex | Sparking Gadget (2 Electric Energy): If this Pokémon has a Pokémon Tool attached, this attack does 40 more damage. 40+ damage. |
| Leafeon | 90HP; Leafy Cyclone |
| Honchkrow | 100HP; Skill Dive |
| Cynthia (Supporter) | During this turn, attacks used by your Garchomp or Togekiss do +50 damage to your opponent’s Active Pokémon. |
| Gible | 60HP; Gnaw (1 Colorless Energy) |
| Cresselia | 110HP; Moonlight Gain (2 Psychic Energy): Heal 20 damage from this Pokémon. 50 damage. |
Important Note: While trading will be enabled with the Space-Time Smackdown release, trading will be restricted to cards from Genetic Apex and Mythical Island only. Space-Time Smackdown cards will not be immediately tradeable.
This covers the key details on the Space-Time Smackdown expansion for Pokémon TCG Pocket. Check back with The Escapist for more game updates, including deck tier lists.
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