Pokemon TCG Pocket Player Makes Headlines with Unprecedented Daily Spending Pattern
A prominent Japanese content creator reveals his extraordinary commitment to collecting digital cards.
The Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket has witnessed an exceptional case of player dedication, as Japanese YouTuber Hajime Syacho, who commands an audience of over 15 million subscribers, has consistently reached the game’s daily spending cap since its October 30 launch.
The mobile game has proven to be a massive success, accumulating more than 10 million downloads in just its first two days of availability on iOS and Android platforms. The scale of player engagement became even more evident when developers announced a celebration of 40 billion card acquisitions, marking the milestone with a free Pokedex card available to all players until April 30.
Syacho’s commitment to the game has resulted in an investment of approximately 1.12 million yen ($7,200), enabling him to amass an impressive collection of 50,000 cards. This stands in stark contrast to free-to-play users, who report collecting between 1,000 to 1,300 cards during the same period.
The game’s monetization system includes a Premium Pass offering daily bonus packs and rewards, along with the option to purchase up to 720 Poke Gold daily for exclusive items and additional cards. Currently, players can participate in the Blastoise Wonder Pick event, while the controversial Mythical Island SP Emblem event has returned, sparking debate about its challenging consecutive battle requirements.
The Pokemon phenomenon continues to thrive across various platforms, from the success of Pokemon TCG Pocket to the reintroduction of Pokemon cards in U.S. McDonald’s Happy Meals. The franchise’s future looks promising, with speculation mounting about Pokemon Legends: Z-A potentially serving as a launch title for the anticipated Nintendo Switch 2.