Guides
Step-by-step guides for every skill level — from building your first deck to mastering type matchups and trading strategy. Written by competitive players, updated with each new expansion.
Beginner
→How to Build a Deck in Pokemon TCG Pocket
Complete beginner's guide to deck building: the 20-card structure, evolution lines, energy balance, and your first competitive deck.
Strategy
→Type Matchups Explained — Weakness & Resistance Guide
Learn every type weakness in Pokemon TCG Pocket. How +20 weakness damage works, which types beat which, and how to build counter decks.
Guide
→Trading Guide — How to Trade Cards in Pokemon TCG Pocket
Everything about trading: which cards are tradeable, trade costs, Wonder Pick mechanics, and tips for getting the cards you need.
Guide
→Pack Points Guide — How Pack Points Work in Pokemon TCG Pocket
Complete guide to Pack Points: costs per rarity, how to earn points, strategy tips, and how many packs to open for every card type.