Pokémon TCG Live vs. TCG Pocket? We’ve got a quick breakdown of the similarities and differences between the two.

Pokémon TCG Pocket has found huge success in its early days since launch. It is a fun way to virtually collect cards and battle others. So, when you have Pokémon TCG Live vs. the new Pokémon TCG Pocket, what's the difference?

Let's go over each game's functionality, where they're comparable, and where they're separate.

How are Pokémon TCG Live and Pocket similar?

The big glaring similarity is that they are both Pokémon titles with the intention of collecting cards and battling. You can open Booster Packs and add some of the rarest cards to your virtual collection, without the real-life monetary value, of course.

When it comes to Pokémon TCG Live vs. Pocket, you'll find many more differences. The main similarities are the functionality of opening packs, adding to your collection, and simply enjoying and playing with your favorite Pokémon cards from the palm of your hand.

How are Pokémon TCG Live and Pocket different?

(Screenshots via esports.gg)
(Screenshots via esports.gg)

While the essence of each game is very similar, how you operate within the confines of these games differ drastically. So, let's go over the opposites when we look at Pokémon TCG Live vs. Pokémon TCG Pocket:

  • TCG Live can be played from a computer and simulates a more realistic Pokémon card battle
    • A 60 card deck is used to battle in TCG Live compared to 20 cards in TCG Pocket
    • TCG Live has players take Prize Cards to win while Pocket utilizes a 3-point system
    • TCG Pocket is a much quicker variation of Pokémon card battling
  • Opening real Pokémon Booster Packs gives a code that can add cards to your TCG Live collection
    • TCG Pocket does not use this feature
  • TCG Live's card options greatly outweigh Pocket's, due to its longer lifespan at the time of writing

Pokémon TCG Live vs. Pokémon TCG Pocket is a pure case of competitive vs. casual. If you want the true-to-life experience of a card battle on your phone or computer, TCG live is the way to go. If you want to open packs, collect cards, and casually battle on your time, Pocket is your friend.

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