The launch of Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket was met with excitement, but it quickly encountered a significant challenge with its trading system. The initial trading feature, reliant on hard-to-obtain Trade Tokens and fraught with restrictive trading rules, left many players frustrated. However, a recent update promises to address these issues and improve the trading experience.
The most significant change is the complete removal of Trade Tokens. Players will no longer need to exchange cards to acquire the currency needed for trading. Instead, trading cards of three-diamond, four-diamond, and one-star rarity will now require Shinedust. This new currency is earned when you open a booster pack and receive a card that's already registered in your Card Dex.
If you currently hold Trade Tokens, don't worry—they can be converted into Shinedust. Since Shinedust is also used to obtain flair, further updates are planned to refine its use. Additionally, an upcoming feature will allow you to share cards you're interested in trading through an in-game function.
As I mentioned previously, the initial implementation of trading seemed half-hearted. The digital nature of the game necessitates more restrictions than real-life trading to prevent abuse, but these changes aim to strike a better balance.
It's important to note that these updates won't be available until at least autumn, leaving us in spring with a wait that feels longer than many would like. While Pokémon TCG Pocket has acknowledged these issues, the pace of the changes might not satisfy all players.
If you're hesitant to dive back into Pokémon TCG Pocket just yet, consider exploring some of the new mobile games highlighted in our latest feature on the top five new releases to try this week.
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