Summary
- Pack Hourglasses will continue to be used for future Pokemon TCG Pocket expansions, reducing booster pack opening delays.
- With Pack Hourglasses expected to remain relevant in upcoming expansions, players can continue stockpiling them.
The Pokemon Company has officially confirmed that Pokemon TCG Pocket Pack Hourglasses will remain a key feature in future expansions, dispelling recent rumors that suggested otherwise. Launched in October 2024, Pokemon TCG Pocket has quickly become a favorite among fans, largely replacing Pokemon TCG Live on mobile platforms. The game introduced the Mythical Island booster pack, adding 68 new cards to the collection, following the initial Genetic Apex packs which contained 226 cards spread across three packs. As anticipation builds for another expansion rumored for January, concerns about the utility of Pack Hourglasses have been addressed.
Screen Rant recently highlighted a statement from The Pokemon Company that firmly establishes the continued relevance of Pack Hourglasses. These items will continue to reduce the delay between opening booster packs by one hour, regardless of the expansion. This clarification comes in response to speculation that a new currency might replace Pack Hourglasses. However, The Pokemon Company has confirmed that no such change will occur with the upcoming 2025 expansion. This news allows players to confidently continue amassing Pack Hourglasses for use on future packs.
Pokemon TCG Pocket Pack Hourglasses Are Here to Stay
In the absence of Pack Hourglasses, players can still earn Pack Stamina by waiting for 12-hour intervals, allowing them to open two booster packs daily. Pack Hourglasses can be obtained by completing daily challenges and accessing the Complimentary Item Set in the shop, which refreshes daily. Each Pack Hourglass shortens the Pack Stamina process by one hour, with a full set of 12 hourglasses needed to cover the 12-hour intervals, rounded up to the nearest hour. Alongside Pack Hourglasses, Pokemon TCG Pocket offers a variety of other currencies including Wonder Hourglasses, Special, Event, and standard Shop Tickets, Poke Gold, Pack Points, and more.
The reassurance about the ongoing utility of Pack Hourglasses in future expansions should alleviate concerns among players who have been stockpiling them. As The Pokemon Company continues to develop and update Pokemon TCG Pocket, the game's future looks bright with more expansions on the horizon, provided it maintains its current level of success.
