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Battle System - All Game Modes

Battle System - All Game Modes

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Battle System guide for Pokemon TCG Pocket (Pokemon Card App). See all card battle types, how to play versus others in private or random match, deck tips and more for Pokemon TCGP.

Table of Contents

Battle Types and Unlock Conditions

List of Battle Types

BattleDetails
[Solo]
Step Up Battle
- Choose the difficulty level and deck and play against the CPU
- Beginner, intermediate, advanced, and expert options available
- Only when clearing for the first time, you will receive experience points according to the difficulty
[Versus]
Random Match
- Automatically match and battle with other players
- 2 Ranks, Beginner and Trading Card Game Player
- Get 15 Experience points if you win
[Versus]
Private Match
- Battle with a specified opponent
- Does not affect battle records
- Experience points cannot be obtained

In Pokemon TCG Pocket, battles are divided into three main types. The first type is the Step Up Battle, where you play in Solo Mode against an AI. The second type is the Private Match, where you can invite a specific player to compete. Lastly, there's the Random Match, where you face an opponent chosen at random online.

Battle Function is Unlocked at Player Level 3

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The battle function will be unlocked when the player reaches level 3. Also, after unlocking the battle function, you will need to complete 06 Let's Evolve your Pokemon! in the How to Play tutorial section.

Separate Slots Available for Events

There are also limited-time Event Battles and Event Matches. Only Events considered as Battles will be tallied in the Event Records.

How to Play Step Up Battle

  1. Play in Order Starting From Beginner Level
  2. Complete all Battle Tasks
  3. Win 1,000 times

Clear in Order Starting From Beginner Level

Pokemon TCG Pocket Step-Up Battle Beginner Image

You can earn rewards and experience points the first time you clear a Solo Battle. If you clear all of them, you can open a lot of Booster Packs, so start by clearing them one by one, starting from the beginner level.

List of Experience Points Gained by Rank

Opponent Experience Points
Beginner+25
Intermediate+50
Advanced+75
Expert+100

Complete All Battle Tasks

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Each battle features a special mission called a Battle Task. If you complete the requirements, you'll earn a shop ticket.

Trophy Reward Available

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Trophy rewards are also set for the number of wins in Solo battles, which you can obtain Shinedust after winning a certain number of times.

How to Play Random Match

  1. Earn experience points and level up
  2. Beginner mode until you have all the cards
  3. Use Trading Card Game Player if you want to use a strong deck

Earn Experience Points and Raise Your Level

Pokemon TCG Pocket Random Match Image

Random matches are the only way to actively earn experience points without spending any money. You can get Pack Hourglasses by leveling up and exchanging Shop Tickets, which you can get when you receive a 'Thank You' from your opponent after battle, so keep playing against other players to get more.

Choose a Battle Stance to Match Your Deck

You can earn +15 experience points in both Beginner and Trading Card Game Player Battle Stances. If you choose the Beginner Stance with a strong deck, your chances of winning is higher but it's best to select a stance that accurately reflects the strength of your deck.

How to Play Private Match

  1. Set your favorite card deck and fight against each other
  2. Compete against family and friends
  3. Private Match not added to Battle Records

Compete Against Family and Friends

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In a Private Match, you can compete against a specific player by setting a password. This allows you to challenge your family, friends or a specific player in an invite-only match whenever you want.

Private Match Not Added to Battle Records

Your private match results will not affect your profile screen results. The number of wins will only be counted towards trophy rewards.

Pokemon TCG Pocket Battle Record Image
Pokemon TCG Pocket Versus Battle Record Image

▲If you win in private, the number of wins for trophies will be higher than the number of wins in your battle record.

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