Pokémon TCG Pocket's PvP Mode Desperately Needs This Feature That Should've Been There At Launch

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There is one major feature missing from PVP mode, and now is the perfect time to put it into the game. The mobile game, released in October 2024, has already become a massive hit with millions of downloads, bringing the iconic card game straight to pocketable screens. However, there are still a few features that would elevate the game's quality and help retain its player base. Introducing a ranked mode for PvP battles would bring an essential dimension to the game, providing players with another aspect to engage with.

There has been a high number of players taking to social media, particularly Reddit, to express the need for ranked mode. That said, there are no current or confirmed plans for this to be added to the game. For those that are looking for a more intense, serious side to the game, a ranked mode could offer them more rewarding experience when playing the game.

PvP in takes the classic TCG tabletop card game and brings it to our screens. delivers a streamlined adaptation of the original game, featuring shorter matches, a reduced card roster, smaller hand and bench sizes, and a knockout points system instead of Prize Cards. As well as this, there are two kinds of battles players can take part in: solo and private. Versus battles are split further into subcategories, including private matches, random matches, and event matches (available during events).

Aspect

Details

Deck Size

20 Cards

Hand Size

Limited size of 10 cards.

Bench Size

3 Pokémon

Match Length

Maximum of 20 minutes.

There are several different rewards for competing in battles depending on which category of battle the player takes part in. A standard versus battle will reward the player with 15 HP. Event battles typically reward players with emblems to attach to their profile and also feature various challenges that can offer unique rewards during the event period. Finally, solo battles offer different rewards dependant on the completion of battle tasks.

The absence of ranked mode has ultimately