Should You Open the Dialga or Palkia Pack First in Pokemon TCG Pocket

The Pokémon TCG Pocket Space-Time Smackdown expansion introduces two distinct booster packs: Dialga and Palkia. This guide helps you decide which to prioritize.

How to Identify Dialga vs. Palkia Packs

Each pack features its respective Legendary Pokémon on the artwork. To view the card contents and probabilities ("Offering Rates"), simply hover over the pack and select "Offering Rates" on the selection screen.

The expansion boasts 207 cards, with some exclusive to each pack. Prioritize the pack containing your most sought-after exclusives.

Dialga or Palkia: Which Pack Should You Choose?

Your choice depends on your strategic goals. Target a specific Pokémon? Choose the pack it's in. Aiming for a meta-defining deck? Consider card strength in Pokémon TCG Pocket battles.

Dialga Pack Highlights

The Dialga pack offers powerful EX cards like Dialga EX, Yanmega EX, Gallade EX, and Darkrai EX. It also includes exclusive Illustration Rares and Trainer cards, such as Dawn and Volkner. Bidoof is another exclusive to this pack.

Palkia Pack Highlights

The Palkia pack features Palkia EX, along with Lickilicky EX, Weavile EX, and Mismagius EX. While perhaps less immediately meta-defining than the Dialga pack, it offers unique deck-building potential. Exclusive Supporter cards include Mars and Cynthia.

The Verdict

The Dialga pack generally presents a stronger competitive edge due to its high-impact EX cards. However, the Palkia pack provides valuable Supporter cards and opportunities for unique deck strategies. Ultimately, prioritize the pack containing your most desired cards. Save your Pack Hourglasses and Pack Points to complete your collection.

Pokémon TCG Pocket is available now on mobile devices.