Fans of Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket have been captivated by the stunning card art for months, but recent discoveries are revealing that some cards contain hidden details linking them back to the iconic Game Boy games. The excitement began over the weekend when Reddit user asch_win noticed that the Spearow card features subtle landmarks from the Pokémon world. This Normal/Flying type Pokémon is depicted amidst grass, a fence, trees, and two distinctive buildings. Asch_win identified the purple and yellow building as the Celadon City Department Store from Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen, located near Route 16 where players can encounter Spearow in a fenced grassy area.

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It's clear that developers Creatures Inc. and DeNA have intentionally crafted these cards to pay homage to the beloved games that propelled Pokémon into a global phenomenon. The Easter Eggs don't end with Spearow. Another Reddit user, jteede, uncovered further connections to the early titles, including a Diglett card positioned east of Vermillion City and a Haunter card near the eerie Lavender Town tower. Asch_win also used a magnifying glass to reveal that some Supporter cards reference specific locations from Pokémon history.

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While most card illustrations depict Pokémon in enchanting, seemingly disconnected settings, some cards like a particular Pikachu variant are recognizable from real-world collections. However, others are exclusive to Pokémon TCG Pocket, where players are uncovering these cleverly hidden references. The community has been buzzing, meticulously analyzing other cards for more nods to the Pokémon universe. Notable finds include the S.S. Anne cruise liner subtly featured on a Gyarados full art card and a narrative woven through Oddish, Venonat, and Bellsprout cards set against the backdrop of FireRed and LeafGreen's seaside Snorlax.

Since its launch for mobile gaming fans in October, Pokémon TCG Pocket has released only one additional booster expansion set, Mythical Island, bringing the total to four available packs. More sets are anticipated, with new cards being introduced through Wonder Pick Events and other updates. As Creatures and DeNA continue to expand the card collection across various generations, players should stay vigilant for more hidden references.

In the meantime, you can learn more about the current Wonder Pick event, which highlights Charmander and Squirtle. Also, don't miss out on understanding why the developers are being secretive about whether pack choice makes a difference.