The *Pokemon TCG Pocket* community is buzzing with anticipation for the Space-Time Smackdown expansion, following the success of the Genetic Apex set. This new expansion promises to bring fresh excitement and gameplay dynamics to the beloved trading card game.
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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 will be available in Pokemon TCG Pocket on January 30, at 1 a.m. Eastern Time. It's important to clarify that despite the trailer listing a January 29 release date, the official Pokemon website and X account confirm the expansion's availability on January 30. This adjustment likely accommodates different time zones, ensuring most players can access the packs on the 30th.
How Many Booster Packs Are There?
While Genetic Apex offered three booster packs themed around Charizard, Mewtwo, and Pikachu, Space-Time Smackdown will feature two themed packs centered on Palkia and Dialga. This set is expected to spotlight Generation 4, drawing inspiration from the Diamond and Pearl games, but will also include Pokémon from other generations.
All New Cards Revealed in Space-Time Smackdown
While we don't yet have a complete list of all the new cards in this set, here are some 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 noting that while the trading feature will be available alongside the Space-Time Smackdown release, cards from this set will not be tradable. Trading will be limited to cards from the Genetic Apex and Mythical Island sets.
And that's everything you need to know about the release date for the Space-Time Smackdown expansion in Pokemon TCG Pocket. For more tips and information on the game, including our deck tier list, be sure to check out The Escapist.
