The *Pokemon TCG Pocket* has stirred the community with the Genetic Apex set, but the upcoming Space-Time Smackdown expansion promises to elevate the excitement even further. Here's everything you need to know about the release of the Space-Time Smackdown expansion in *Pokemon TCG Pocket*.
Table of contents
- When Does Space-Time Smackdown Come Out in Pokemon TCG Pocket?
- How Many Booster Packs Are There?
- All New Cards Revealed in Space-Time Smackdown
When Does Space-Time Smackdown Come Out in Pokemon TCG Pocket?
The Space-Time Smackdown expansion set is slated to launch in Pokemon TCG Pocket on January 30, at 1 a.m. Eastern Time. It's important to note that while the trailer suggests a January 29 release, both the official Pokemon website and their X account confirm the January 30 date. This discrepancy is likely due to adjustments for different time zones, ensuring that most players can access the packs on the 30th.
How Many Booster Packs Are There?
Unlike the Genetic Apex set, which featured three booster packs themed around Charizard, Mewtwo, and Pikachu, the Space-Time Smackdown set will include two booster packs, themed around Palkia and Dialga. This set is expected to spotlight Generation 4, particularly the Diamond and Pearl games, though it will also include Pokémon from other generations.
All New Cards Revealed in Space-Time Smackdown
While a full list of new cards for this expansion is yet to be revealed, here are some of the highlights:
| Card | Effect |
|---|---|
| Dialga Ex | 150HP Metallic Turbo (2 Metal Energy): Take 2 Metal Energy from your Energy Zone and attach it to 1 of your Benched Pokemon. 30 damage. Heavy Impact (2 Metal, 2 Colorless Energy): 100 damage. 2 Retreat Cost |
| Palkia Ex | 150HP Slash (1 Water Energy): 30 damage. Dimensional Storm (3 Water, 1 Colorless Energy): Discard 3 Water Energy from this Pokemon. This attack also does 20 damage to each of your opponent’s Benched Pokemon. 150 damage. |
| Turtwig | 80HP Bite (1 Grass, 1 Colorless Energy): 30 damage. 2 Retreat Cost |
| Chimchar | 60HP Scratch (1 Fire Energy): 20 damage. 1 Retreat Cost |
| Piplup | 60HP Nap (1 Colorless Energy): Heal 20 damage from this Pokemon. 1 Retreat Cost |
| Pachirisu Ex | Sparking Gadget (2 Electric Energy): If this Pokemon has a Pokemon Tool attached, this attack does 40 more damage. 40+ damage. |
| Leafeon | 90HP Leafy Cyclone |
| Honchkrow | 100HP Skill Dive |
| Cynthia (Supporter) | During this turn, attacks used by your Garchomp or Togekiss do +50 damage to your opponent’s Active Pokemon. |
| Gible | 60HP Gnaw (1 Colorless Energy) |
| Cresselia | 110HP Moonlight Gain (2 Psychic Energy): Heal 20 damage from this Pokemon. 50 damage. |
It's worth mentioning that although the trading feature will be available with the Space-Time Smackdown release, cards from this set cannot be traded. Trading will be restricted to cards from the Genetic Apex and Mythical Island sets.
And that's everything you need to know about the Space-Time Smackdown expansion release in Pokemon TCG Pocket. For more tips and in-depth information on the game, including our deck tier list, be sure to check out The Escapist.
