Mew-Themed Cards Boost Pokémon TCG's Mobile Success
The Pokémon TCG Pocket is making waves for The Pokémon Company. With rumors of the game earning over $200 million in its first month, it's no surprise that the mobile app has been downloaded over 60 million times since its launch on October 30. Exciting news accompanies this achievement: the developers have announced a new special set of Mew-themed packs called Mythical Island, set to arrive in the game on December 17.
Unexpected New Set
Many expected a new set to join the game's current expansion, Genetic Apex, at the end of January, following the typical three-month cycle of the real-world TCG. However, the announcement of a new Themed Booster Pack set before the year's end was a surprise. Mythical Island is a smaller special set coded A1, alongside Genetic Apex’s A1, featuring just Mew pack art that could disrupt the current meta.
Current Set Overview
The Official Pokémon YouTube Channel has primarily featured Genetic Apex, which includes popular characters like Pikachu, Charizard, and Mewtwo. Collecting the entire set could take over a year without significant spending. Most players now have the cards needed to build dominating decks, and the game is in need of new cards to shake things up.
Mythical Island Trailer Highlights
- Mew ex with a unique ability called Genome Hacking, allowing the use of an opponent’s Active Pokémon’s attacks.
- Aerodactyl ex that prevents opponents from evolving their Active Pokémon, significantly impacting the meta.
- New Trainers like Blue, who reduces incoming damage for a turn.
- Leaf, who lowers retreat costs on Active Pokémon.
It's unclear if the set is small, featuring only the two ex cards and two new Trainers, or if the trailer is selective in its presentation. Regardless, fans are eager to see how this will change tactics come December 17.
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