Pokémon TCG Pocket: No Competitive Plans Revealed

The Pokémon Company has no immediate plans to integrate Pokémon TCG Pocket into its competitive circuit. Dive into the details to understand Pokémon TCG Pocket's future in competitive gaming and explore the potential reasons behind this decision.

Pokémon TCG Pocket Won’t Be In The Competitive Scene Just Yet

No Plans For Competitive Pocket

Currently, there are no plans for Pokémon TCG Pocket to join Pokémon's competitive circuit. In a recent interview with VGC on February 25, 2025, Chris Brown, the Director of eSports at The Pokémon Company, mentioned that while they continually assess various titles for inclusion in the competitive scene, Pokémon TCG Pocket isn't on the list just yet.

In a light-hearted moment, Brown referenced the Pokémon Sleep Champion Tournament, an April Fool's parody, but firmly stated, "But at this time, there are no plans for Pokémon Pocket to join, though we’re always looking at things."

Too Early And Unbalanced

Although The Pokémon Company hasn't officially stated reasons for excluding Pokémon TCG Pocket from the competitive scene, fan speculation points to the game's early stage of development. Launched in October 2024, it has only been four months and has seen the release of just two sets.

While the app does include competitive features from the start, the community has voiced concerns over balancing issues. Pokémon TCG Pocket offers a simplified version of the classic card game, designed to be more accessible to newcomers rather than focused on competitive play.

Despite this, The Pokémon Competitive Circuit remains vibrant, offering events across various games like Pokémon TCG, Pokémon GO, Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, and Pokémon Unite. These games will all be showcased at the upcoming Pokémon World Championships in August 2025, held in Anaheim, California.

For the latest updates on Pokémon TCG Pocket, be sure to visit our dedicated page.

Pokémon Presents Could Reveal New Set

The upcoming Pokémon Presents event might unveil a new set for Pokémon TCG Pocket, following the release of Space Time Smackdown on January 30, 2025. Although Pokémon has not disclosed what will be featured in the livestream, fans are buzzing with speculation about major announcements for the franchise.

Since its announcement in 2024, there's been a keen anticipation for more news on Pokémon Legends: Z-A, expected to launch in 2025. With the introduction of new mega evolutions, the livestream might shed light on these developments. The Pokémon Presents event is poised to offer a glimpse into Pokémon’s future plans across its various games.

The Pokémon Day 2025 Pokémon Presents livestream is scheduled for February 27, 2025, at 6 AM PT / 9 AM ET, and will be available on YouTube and Twitch. For more information on the event, check out our Pokémon Day 2025 page.