The launch of Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket was met with enthusiasm, but the initial trading system quickly became a point of contention. The original setup, which required scarce Trade Tokens and imposed strict trading limits, left many players frustrated. However, a recent update has promised significant improvements to address these issues.

In a major overhaul, Trade Tokens are being completely phased out. The new system will use Shinedust, a currency you earn by opening booster packs and receiving cards that are already registered in your Card Dex. This Shinedust will be essential for trading cards of three-diamond, four-diamond, and one-star rarities. If you have existing Trade Tokens, they can be converted into Shinedust, which is also used to acquire flair, hinting at further updates to come. Additionally, an upcoming feature will allow you to share cards you're interested in trading directly through the game.

Trading Spaces

As previously discussed, the initial implementation of trading in Pokémon TCG Pocket felt somewhat half-hearted. The digital nature of the game necessitates more stringent controls to prevent exploitation, which can lead to a less fluid trading experience compared to real-life card exchanges. While the announced changes are a step in the right direction, they won't be implemented until autumn at the earliest, leaving players to wait through the spring and summer. This slow pace of change has left some fans wishing for quicker action from the development team.

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