The Premium Pass in Pokémon TCG Pocket is the "battle pass" or subscription equivalent purchase of the game. Once purchased, it is valid for one month which allows players to open one extra booster pack per day (equivalent to 30 packs for $10 USD), as well as get access to exclusive cosmetic rewards and the promo promo-9-pikachu card!
In addition, players are also able to sign up for a trial for 14 days which equates to 14 additional free booster packs, and is enough to obtain all the Premium Shop items. Here's everything you need to know about the Premium Pass!
Overview
- You can open one more pack every day: A new pack stamina gauge will be added which will let you open one additional pack every 24 hours.
- You can take on premium missions: Premium missions will be unlocked. By taking on these missions, you can get promo cards and other items.
- First two weeks at no cost: First-time subscribers to the premium pass may use it a no cost for two weeks.
Trial
You can try the premium pass plan at no cost for 14 days. When you purchase the premium pass for the first time, you must first experience the no-cost trial period. The no-cost trial period is only accessible once per Apple Account or Google Account. Those found in violation of this policy may be banned from using the service.
When your no-cost trial ends, you will automatically be charged for a continued premium pass subscription unless you cancel automatic renewal at least 24 hours before the no-cost trial period ends.
If you cancel the trial before you are charged, you still keep the benefits for the full 14 days!
Shop
Use the Premium Tickets obtained from the Premium Missions (see below for the full list) to spend at the Shop.
Cards
Cost: 1 Premium Ticket
Accessories
| Item | Premium Ticket |
|---|---|
| Mewtwo (Pokémon coin) | 6 |
| Mewtwo (playmat) | 12 |
| Mewtwo (card sleeve) | 6 |
| Mewtwo (backdrop) | 3 |
| Mewtwo (cover) | 3 |
| Total | 30 |
Missions
- Completing all the Premium Missions grants you enough Premium tickets to purchase all the available items.
- The Premium Tickets obtained from these missions carry over if you choose not to spend them.
| Mission | Reward |
|---|---|
| Log in | 1 Premium Ticket |
| Collect 11 Grass type cards | 2 Premium Ticket |
| Collect 11 Water type cards | 2 Premium Ticket |
| Collect 11 Lightning type cards | 2 Premium Ticket |
| Collect 11 Psychic type cards | 2 Premium Ticket |
| Collect 11 Fighting type cards | 2 Premium Ticket |
| Collect 11 Darkness type cards | 2 Premium Ticket |
| Collect 11 Metal type cards | 2 Premium Ticket |
| Collect 77 cards | 2 Pack Hourglass |
| Collect 88 cards | 2 Wonder Hourglass |
| Collect 99 cards | 2 Pack Hourglass |
| Collect 111 cards | 2 Wonder Hourglass |
| Collect 50 ♦ cards | 2 Pack Hourglass |
| Collect 20 ♦♦ cards | 3 Wonder Hourglass |
| Wonder pick 1 time | 2 Premium Ticket |
| Wonder pick 3 times | 2 Premium Ticket |
| Wonder pick 5 times | 2 Premium Ticket |
| Wonder pick 10 times | 1 Pack Hourglass |
| Wonder pick 12 times | 1 Wonder Hourglass |
| Wonder pick 15 times | 2 Wonder Hourglass |
| Open 2 booster packs | 2 Wonder Hourglass |
| Open 4 booster packs | 1 Premium Ticket |
| Open 6 booster packs | 1 Premium Ticket |
| Open 8 booster packs | 2 Premium Ticket |
| Open 10 booster packs | 3 Premium Ticket |
| Open 15 booster packs | 1 Pack Hourglass |
| Open 20 booster packs | 1 Pack Hourglass |
| Open 30 booster packs | 2 Pack Hourglass |
| Total | 11 Pack Hourglass 31 Premium Ticket 12 Wonder Hourglass |
Review
The Premium Pass does give more value over time to players who choose to support the game due to the additional 30 booster packs for $10, over directly purchasing Poké Gold. While the Premium Missions and its associated rewards are also a nice bonus, they can completed very quickly (especially for new accounts) and offers little in terms of content.
At the very least, the trial should be picked up by everyone at some point when you want to obtain the Premium Shop items (which rotates every two months) and the promo-9-pikachu promo card is a nice bonus (but not a "must" have card).
For more support, check out the official Customer Support page.
