Summary
- Pack Hourglasses will continue to be used in future Pokemon TCG Pocket expansions, reducing the delay between booster pack openings.
- Players can keep stockpiling Pack Hourglasses as they will remain relevant in upcoming expansions.
The Pokemon Company has confirmed that Pack Hourglasses in Pokemon TCG Pocket will be utilized in future expansions, dispelling recent rumors that suggested otherwise. Launched in October 2024, Pokemon TCG Pocket has largely replaced the Pokemon TCG Live mobile game for many fans. The game has already seen the addition of the Mythical Island booster pack, introducing 68 new cards. Despite some players unlocking all cards from the initial Genetic Apex packs, which comprised 226 cards across three packs, the relevance of Pack Hourglasses remains strong. Speculation about their obsolescence with the rumored January expansion has been quelled by The Pokemon Company's recent statement.
According to a report by Screen Rant, The Pokemon Company has assured that Pack Hourglasses will continue to reduce the delay between booster pack openings by one hour, regardless of the expansion. This confirmation dismisses rumors of a new currency replacing Pack Hourglasses in the upcoming 2025 expansion. As a result, players can continue to collect these hourglasses, which can be used to expedite the opening of future packs.
Pokemon TCG Pocket Pack Hourglasses Are Here to Stay
Without Pack Hourglasses, players can still earn Pack Stamina by waiting for 12-hour intervals, allowing them to open two Pokemon TCG Pocket booster packs daily. Pack Hourglasses can be obtained through daily challenges and by opening the Complimentary Item Set in the shop, which refreshes daily. Each Pack Hourglass reduces the Pack Stamina wait time by one hour, with a full set of 12 hourglasses needed to bypass the 12-hour interval completely. In addition to Pack Hourglasses, Pokemon TCG Pocket offers various other currencies, including Wonder Hourglasses, Special, Event, and standard Shop Tickets, Poke Gold, Pack Points, and more.
The confirmation from The Pokemon Company has alleviated concerns among fans who feared their stockpiled Pack Hourglasses would become obsolete. As Pokemon TCG Pocket continues to evolve with new updates and expansions, the sustained use of Pack Hourglasses is a testament to the game's ongoing success and commitment to its player base.
