Fan Shares How Pokémon TCG Pocket Unites Generations In The Most Wholesome Way

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One very wholesome interaction shared by a fan shows that the community is growing thanks to . The app brings the collectible card game to the digital age by letting players collect and battle Pokémon cards. The app is completely free to download and play, making the more approachable for everyone, no matter how familiar with the franchise they are.

Now, the app seems to even be bridging generations by making it easy enough to get into regardless of age or background. This is evident from the wholesome exchange between a fan and their mother that was shared by YogurtclosetMedium68 on Reddit. The Redditor admits that their mother "" but got into the game just so she could share the experience with her child.

The Redditor's mom apparently surprised them with a random number, then clarified that it was her friend code by sharing a screenshot. When asked how she knew they were playing the game, the mother responded, "" The simple but sweet conversation with their mom shows how games can unite people across generations.

Immersive cards in Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket are beautiful glimpses into the world behind the frame of the card, through interactive art.

The interaction pulled on the heartstrings of many commenters on the Reddit thread. Less than an hour after the image was shared on Reddit, the mom's account was already overloaded with friend requests. Several players shared trying to add her as a friend in the game, only to find that her friend list is already full. YogurtclosetMedium68 assures everyone that they considered removing the friend number, but decided not to because they ""

One of the reasons why the Redditor's mom wanted to add them in-game was for trading. "" she writes in the original exchange that sparked the Reddit post. Unfortunately, trading is not actually available in yet, though it's been «coming soon» since the app's launch.

The mom-and-child duo won't have to wait too long, though. will be adding trading in January, although the exact