The *Pokémon TCG Pocket* game made a splash with the Genetic Apex set, but the upcoming Space-Time Smackdown expansion promises even bigger changes. Here's everything you need to know about its release.
Table of Contents
- When Does Space-Time Smackdown Come Out in Pokémon TCG Pocket?
- How Many Booster Packs Are There?
- All New Cards Revealed in Space-Time Smackdown
When Does Space-Time Smackdown Come Out in Pokémon TCG Pocket?
The Space-Time Smackdown expansion arrives in Pokémon TCG Pocket on January 30th at 1:00 AM Eastern Time. While some initial announcements suggested January 29th, the official Pokémon website and X account confirm the 30th, likely to account for time zone differences.
How Many Booster Packs Are There?
Unlike Genetic Apex, which featured three booster packs (Charizard, Mewtwo, and Pikachu), Space-Time Smackdown offers two booster packs themed around Palkia and Dialga. This suggests a strong focus on Generation IV Pokémon, from the Diamond and Pearl games, though cards from other generations will likely also be included.
All New Cards Revealed in Space-Time Smackdown
While a complete card list isn't yet available, 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 Pokémon. 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 Pokémon. This attack also does 20 damage to each of your opponent’s Benched Pokémon. 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 Pokémon. 1 Retreat Cost |
| Pachirisu ex | Sparking Gadget (2 Electric Energy): If this Pokémon has a Pokémon 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 Pokémon. |
| Gible | 60HP Gnaw (1 Colorless Energy) |
| Cresselia | 110HP Moonlight Gain (2 Psychic Energy): Heal 20 damage from this Pokémon. 50 damage. |
Important Note: While trading will be available with the Space-Time Smackdown release, trading of cards from this set will be unavailable. Trading will remain limited to Genetic Apex and Mythical Island.
This covers the release date and key details for the Space-Time Smackdown expansion in Pokémon TCG Pocket. For more gaming tips and information, including deck tier lists, check out The Escapist.
