Pokémon TCG Pocket Card Is "One Of The Best" But It's Only Available Digitally

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's monumental release has fans buzzing – and feeling a bit let down – about the limited availability of new,beautifully designed full-art cards that are exclusive to the mobile game. The new app has surged interest in the TCG, with 10 million downloads in 's first two days, and even longtime players are interested thanks to the game's unique cards.

One standout example is a full-art Cubone card highlighted alongside two others by Reddit user honkytonkbadonkykong, which has particularly struck a chord with fans, resonating not only for its stunning artwork, but for its depiction of Cubone's tragic backstory as it weeps over its departed mother.

This digital-only release is especially painful for Cubone collectors who relate deeply to its story and are disappointed by the missed opportunity to add this card to their physical collections. As Redditor Trash_Panda_Trading says in the comments, ""

The reaction highlights how 's exclusive releases could fuel interest in the physical market, with the game's coolest set cards potentially enticing players to seek similar gratification in the original tabletop game. notably has an extremely low barrier to entry, being free-to-play on Android and iOS device, and its simplified rules are nonetheless a steppig stone to playing and investing in the physical trading card game.

Beyond newcomers, though, appears to be deepening interest among those who already play the. Many comments in the Reddit thread discuss the possibility of -exclusive cards eventually being printed in physical form, much like 's previous -inspired cards, some of which were released exclusively in China. The Cubone card is a wonderful example of how brilliant artwork, combined with a relatively popular Pokémon, can create a highly sought after card for collectors.

The has captivated fans since its 1996 release, offering a unique blend of strategy, collectible art, and socialization. quickly became a phenomenon, with cards like Charizard becoming legendary among