Mastering Pokémon TCG Pocket: Optimizing Booster Pack Selection
At launch, Pokémon TCG Pocket offers three Genetic Apex booster packs: Charizard, Mewtwo, and Pikachu. This guide prioritizes which packs to open first for optimal deck building.
Which Booster Packs Should You Prioritize?
Undeniably, the Charizard pack takes precedence. It offers not only the powerful Charizard Ex for high-damage Fire-type decks, but also Sabrina, the game's best Supporter card. Additionally, you'll find valuable cards like Starmie Ex, Kangaskhan, Greninja, Erika, and Blaine, crucial for various deck strategies.
Pokémon TCG Pocket Booster Pack Priority List:
The optimal opening order is:
- Charizard: Provides versatile and essential cards for multiple deck archetypes.
- Mewtwo: Excellent for building a strong Psychic deck centered around Mewtwo Ex and the Gardevoir line.
- Pikachu: While currently meta-relevant with Pikachu Ex, its cards are less versatile and its dominance may be short-lived due to the introduction of Promo Mankey.
While completing secret missions requires opening all three packs eventually, focusing on the Charizard pack first allows you to acquire crucial, widely applicable cards. Use any remaining Pack Points to acquire missing cards from other packs.