Pokémon TCG Pocket's trading feature launch has been underwhelming, despite high player demand. To compensate, developers are gifting 1000 Trade Tokens to all players via the in-game Gifts menu while they rework the trading system. This follows player criticism of trading restrictions, including rarity limitations and the need for Trade Tokens to facilitate trades.
The developers' attempts to mitigate botting and exploitation through trading restrictions have proven controversial. A simpler, more open trading system, or the absence of trading altogether, might have avoided this backlash. However, the planned rework aims to address these concerns. Successful implementation could establish the digital TCG as a viable alternative to its physical counterpart.
For newcomers to Pokémon TCG Pocket, a guide to building the best decks is available.
