Pokemon TCG Pocket: Space-Time Smackdown Release Confirmed
The *Pokemon TCG Pocket* community has been buzzing since the release of the Genetic Apex set, and the excitement is set to soar with the upcoming Space-Time Smackdown expansion. Here's the lowdown on when you can get your hands on this thrilling new set.
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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?
Mark your calendars because the Space-Time Smackdown expansion set will be available in Pokemon TCG Pocket on January 30, at 1 a.m. Eastern Time. It's crucial to note that while the trailer teases a Jan. 29 release, the official Pokemon website and X account confirm the Jan. 30 date. This discrepancy likely accounts for global time zones, ensuring that most players can dive into the new set on the 30th.
How Many Booster Packs Are There?
Unlike the Genetic Apex set, which featured three booster packs centered around Charizard, Mewtwo, and Pikachu, Space-Time Smackdown will offer two booster packs. These will be themed around Palkia and Dialga, hinting at a strong focus on Generation 4, particularly the Diamond and Pearl games. However, fans can also expect to see cards from other generations, adding diversity to your collection.
All New Cards Revealed in Space-Time Smackdown
While we don't have the full deck list just yet, here are some of the standout cards you can look forward to in the Space-Time Smackdown expansion:Card | Effect |
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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 important to mention that while the trading feature will be available with the Space-Time Smackdown release, you won't be able to trade cards from this set. Trading will be restricted to cards from Genetic Apex and Mythical Island.
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.






