by Ryan Feb 18,2025

The Pokémon TCG Pocket game's second major expansion, Space-Time Smackdown, is poised to significantly impact gameplay following the success of the Genetic Apex set. Here's a breakdown of its release and key features:
Space-Time Smackdown Release Date in Pokémon TCG Pocket:
Space-Time Smackdown launches in Pokémon TCG Pocket on January 30th at 1 a.m. Eastern Time. While initial announcements suggested January 29th, the official Pokémon website and X account confirm the 30th, likely to accommodate various time zones.
Number of Booster Packs:
Unlike Genetic Apex, which included three booster packs (Charizard, Mewtwo, and Pikachu themes), Space-Time Smackdown offers only two booster packs, featuring Palkia and Dialga. This suggests a strong focus on Generation 4 Pokémon (Diamond and Pearl), though other generations will likely be represented.
New Cards Revealed in Space-Time Smackdown:
A full card list isn't yet available, but notable 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): Heals 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 Energy) |
| Cresselia | 110HP; Moonlight Gain (2 Psychic): Heals 20 damage. 50 damage. |
Trading Restrictions:
While the trading feature will be active with the Space-Time Smackdown release, trading will be limited to cards from the Genetic Apex and Mythical Island sets only. Space-Time Smackdown cards cannot be traded initially.
This covers the essential details regarding the Space-Time Smackdown expansion in Pokémon TCG Pocket. For further game tips and information, including deck tier lists, check out The Escapist.
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