If you've been eagerly awaiting the release of the upcoming trading feature for Pokémon TCG Pocket, your wait is nearly over. The much-anticipated trading feature is set to launch on January 29th, with a brand-new expansion, Space-Time Smackdown, following closely on January 30th.

Trading in Pokémon TCG Pocket will allow you to exchange certain rarities of cards with friends, mirroring the experience of physical card trading. To participate, you'll need to use trade hourglasses and trade tokens, adding an exciting layer of strategy and authenticity to the digital version of this iconic card collector.

The Space-Time Smackdown expansion is perfectly named and will introduce fan-favorite Pokémon from the Sinnoh region. This expansion includes two new digital booster packs featuring legendary Pokémon like Dialga and Palkia. If legendaries aren't your focus, you'll be thrilled to see other beloved Sinnoh Pokémon like Lucario, as well as the starting trio of Turtwig, Chimchar, and Piplup. These cards will be available through the Wonder Pick feature and traditional booster packs.

This update promises to be a hit, especially with the addition of long-awaited Pokémon to the roster. However, there have been some discussions about how trading will work, so the promise of continual tweaks to this feature is reassuring and should ensure a smooth experience.

If you're planning to dive into Pokémon TCG Pocket for the first time ahead of this new update, or if you've taken a break and need a refresher, be sure to check out our list of the best decks for Pokémon TCG Pocket to get you back in the game.