"Pokemon TCG Pocket Player Amasses 50,000 Cards with Daily PokeGold Purchases"

A dedicated Japanese YouTuber has achieved an extraordinary feat in Pokémon TCG Pocket, amassing over 50,000 cards by consistently purchasing the maximum amount of Poké Gold daily since the game's launch. Dive deeper into this remarkable achievement and learn about the game's exciting collaboration with McDonald’s!

YouTuber Bought 720 Poke Gold in Pokemon TCG Pocket Daily

Japanese YouTuber Hajimesyacho took to Twitter (X) to celebrate his incredible milestone of collecting 50,000 cards in Pokémon TCG Pocket. Known for his diverse content ranging from product reviews to vlogs and challenges, Hajimesyacho's dedication to the game has captured the attention of fans worldwide.

On January 19, 2025, Hajimesyacho announced his achievement of collecting 50,000 cards by purchasing the maximum 720 Poké Gold daily since the mobile game launched on October 30, 2024. This daily commitment equates to roughly $100 spent per day, totaling an estimated $8,500 over the 85 days the game has been available.

This impressive figure does not account for any sales events that occurred during the global launch or holiday season. Hajimesyacho's collection includes cards from the Genetic Apex (A1) and Mythical Island booster packs, as well as time-exclusive promo cards. The latest addition to the game was the Trainer card named Pokedex, awarded to players for reaching a global milestone of collecting 40 billion cards.

McDonald’s X Pokemon Happy Meals Collab

On January 21, 2025, the Pokémon Company unveiled a thrilling collaboration with McDonald’s, offering fans exclusive Pokémon-themed Happy Meal boxes. These boxes come with 15 randomly obtainable physical cards, including popular Pokémon like Miraidon, Roaring Moon, and Rayquaza. Seven of these cards are "holo" or "foil," boasting a glossy and reflective finish.

In addition to the physical cards, TCG Pocket players can redeem 24 Pack Hourglasses and 12 Hourglasses, enabling them to open booster packs and select cards via Wonder Pick.

The collaboration features four distinct Pokémon Happy Meal box designs, showcasing dragon-type Pokémon such as Charizard, Rayquaza, Roaring Moon, and Dragonite alongside Pikachu. These exclusive items are available at participating McDonald's stores until supplies last. Remember, the in-game rewards from this collaboration expire on March 31, 2025, so be sure to redeem them before the deadline.

Pokemon TCG Pocket’s Upcoming Trade Feature

On January 17, 2025, Pokémon TCG Pocket shared details about its upcoming trade feature on Twitter (X). Trades will be limited to friends and require cards of the same rarity to be exchanged. Cards ranging from 1-4 diamonds and 1-star rarity are eligible for trading, while rarer cards like Special Illustration Rare, Immersive, and Crown Rares are excluded. An item must be consumed to facilitate a trade, akin to the Stardust requirement in Pokémon GO.

Currently, cards from the Genetic Apex (A1) and Mythical Island booster packs can be traded, with plans to expand the selection in the future. The TCG Pocket team is committed to monitoring player feedback and enhancing the trade feature to balance the ease and enjoyment of card collecting. Additionally, a new booster pack is set to be released this January, though the specific date remains undisclosed.