Pokémon TCG Pocket butters up players with free trade tokens as they work on improving feature

Pokémon TCG Pocket is offering 1000 Trade Tokens to all players as it works to improve its trading system. This giveaway, accessible through the in-game Gifts menu, aims to appease players while the trading feature undergoes a rework.

The trading function, while highly requested, has faced significant criticism since its launch. Players have voiced concerns, prompting developers to address the issues. The giveaway of Trade Tokens—a currency previously required for trading—serves as a temporary solution.

The developers previously announced plans to simplify trading and currency acquisition. Many fans specifically criticized the rarity restrictions on tradable cards and the necessity of a trading currency.

To avoid the current controversies, a simpler approach might have been to either implement completely open trading or forgo the feature altogether. While concerns about bot exploitation are valid, stricter limitations likely wouldn't deter determined players.

The upcoming rework of the trading system is crucial. A well-implemented digital trading system could establish Pokémon TCG Pocket as a strong competitor to the physical card game.

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