The Pokémon TCG Pocket game's second major expansion, Space-Time Smackdown, is poised to significantly impact the meta following the success of Genetic Apex. This guide details the release date, booster pack contents, and highlights of the new cards.
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Space-Time Smackdown Release Date in Pokémon TCG Pocket
Space-Time Smackdown launches in Pokémon TCG Pocket on January 30th at 1:00 AM Eastern Time. While initial promotional materials suggested January 29th, official Pokémon sources confirm the 30th, likely to accommodate various time zones.
Number of Booster Packs
Unlike Genetic Apex, which featured three booster packs (Charizard, Mewtwo, Pikachu), Space-Time Smackdown includes only two, 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 are expected.
New Cards Revealed in Space-Time Smackdown
While a complete card list isn't yet available, key cards include:
| Card | Effect |
|---|---|
| Dialga Ex | 150HP; Metallic Turbo (2 Metal): Attach 2 Metal Energy from your Energy Zone to a Benched Pokémon. 30 damage. Heavy Impact (2 Metal, 2 Colorless): 100 damage. 2 Retreat Cost |
| Palkia Ex | 150HP; Slash (1 Water): 30 damage. Dimensional Storm (3 Water, 1 Colorless): Discard 3 Water Energy. Does 20 damage to each opponent's Benched Pokémon. 150 damage. |
| Turtwig | 80HP; Bite (1 Grass, 1 Colorless): 30 damage. 2 Retreat Cost |
| Chimchar | 60HP; Scratch (1 Fire): 20 damage. 1 Retreat Cost |
| Piplup | 60HP; Nap (1 Colorless): Heal 20 damage. 1 Retreat Cost |
| Pachirisu Ex | Sparking Gadget (2 Electric): If a Pokémon Tool is attached, does 40 more damage. 40+ damage. |
| Leafeon | 90HP; Leafy Cyclone |
| Honchkrow | 100HP; Skill Dive |
| Cynthia (Supporter) | During this turn, Garchomp or Togekiss attacks do +50 damage to the opponent's Active Pokémon. |
| Gible | 60HP; Gnaw (1 Colorless) |
| Cresselia | 110HP; Moonlight Gain (2 Psychic): Heal 20 damage. 50 damage. |
Trading will be enabled alongside the Space-Time Smackdown release, but trading will be limited to Genetic Apex and Mythical Island cards only. Space-Time Smackdown cards will not be tradeable at launch. Check The Escapist for further game updates and strategy guides, including deck tier lists.
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