Guide to Crafting Cards in Pokemon TCG Pocket

Many players perceive Pokemon TCG Pocket primarily as a collectible card game rather than as one focused on competition. The game features an array of impressive card sets and unique art rare cards, making complete collection quite challenging. Crafting cards presents a viable solution for obtaining your desired cards or finishing your collection, and this guide will explain how you can craft cards in Pokemon TCG Pocket, whether you’re looking to spend money or keep it free.

How to Accumulate Pack Points and Craft Cards in Pokemon TCG Pocket

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Crafting cards in Pokemon TCG Pocket begins with earning Pack Points, the currency used for card crafting.

Earning Pack Points

Pack Points can be accumulated by opening card packs. If you’re playing without spending money, you can typically open one pack each day, aside from rewards you gain through quests and solo battles (referred to as Pack Hourglasses).

Each opened pack grants you 5 Pack Points, with commonplace cards requiring 35 Pack Points to craft. Some evolved cards fall into higher ranges of 70, 150, or even 500 Pack Points for Ex’s. Collecting secret art rares demands 400, 1,250, or even 2,500 points, which can be incredibly hard to achieve, even if you’re spending real money. Take this into consideration if you’re using money to open packs for Pack Points, as this functions similarly to a pity system. Additionally, there is a daily limit of 720 Rose Gold (premium currency) that can be used to open packs.

Due to the need to open numerous packs for those elusive rare cards, free-to-play players will likely prioritize using Pack Points to craft essential cards for their decks, rather than focusing on more visually appealing variants. After all, a standard Squirtle and a secret art Squirtle both serve as Squirtles, don’t they?

Crafting Cards with Pack Points

To access the crafting menu, navigate to the pack opening section by tapping on the booster packs displayed on the home screen. You will see a small icon in the bottom-right corner of your device that directs you to the Pack Points Exchange. Click on this button to reveal a complete list of cards available in the collection, allowing you to craft any obtainable card—promo cards excluded.

Keep in mind that you have the option to reroll your account until you pull a desirable Pokemon in your initial pack opening, setting yourself up for the best start possible. If you are uncertain about which pack to select, this information might assist you in making an informed choice.

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