The launch of the trading feature in Pokémon TCG Pocket has been met with a lukewarm reception from the community, despite being a highly anticipated addition. In response to player feedback, the developers are actively working on reworking the trading system. To soften the blow during this transition, all players will receive 1,000 Trade Tokens through the in-game Gifts menu. These tokens are essential for card swapping within the game.

The team behind TCG Pocket has already announced plans to adjust the trading mechanics and make the necessary trading currency more accessible. The main grievances from the community revolve around the stringent trading restrictions, such as limitations on card rarity and the requirement of a specific currency to execute trades.

I believe the developers faced a dilemma: either open up trading as much as possible or remove it entirely. They rightly pointed out the potential for exploitation by bots, but for those determined to bypass restrictions, the current system of trading currency and card limitations might only be a minor hurdle.

Hopefully, the upcoming rework of the trading system will address these issues effectively. A well-implemented trading feature in a digital TCG could significantly enhance the game, making it a strong competitor to its physical counterpart.

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