Summary
- Pack Hourglasses will continue to be used for future Pokemon TCG Pocket expansions, reducing booster pack opening delays.
- With Pack Hourglasses expected to remain relevant in upcoming expansions, players can continue stockpiling them.
The Pokemon Company has confirmed that Pokemon TCG Pocket Pack Hourglasses will remain a valuable asset in future expansions. Contrary to recent rumors suggesting that the next Pokemon TCG Pocket expansion would render Pack Hourglasses obsolete, The Pokemon Company has clarified that these items will continue to be integral to the game.
Pokemon TCG Pocket, launched in October 2024, has become a favorite among fans, largely replacing the Pokemon TCG Live mobile game. The introduction of the Mythical Island booster pack added 68 new cards to the game, expanding the collection that initially started with 226 cards from the Genetic Apex packs. As another expansion is rumored to be released in January, some fans speculated about the future utility of Pack Hourglasses. However, The Pokemon Company has put those concerns to rest.
According to a recent statement reported by Screen Rant, The Pokemon Company has confirmed that Pack Hourglasses will continue to reduce the delay between booster pack openings by one hour, "regardless of the expansion." This clarification debunks rumors about a new currency replacing Pack Hourglasses in the anticipated 2025 expansion. As a result, players are encouraged to continue collecting these hourglasses for use in upcoming packs.
Pokemon TCG Pocket Pack Hourglasses Are Here to Stay
Without Pack Hourglasses, players must wait 12-hour intervals to earn Pack Stamina, allowing them to open two booster packs daily. Pack Hourglasses can be earned through daily challenges and by opening the Complimentary Item Set in the shop, which refreshes daily. Each Pack Hourglass shaves off one hour from the Pack Stamina wait time, with 12 hourglasses needed to bypass the full 12-hour interval, rounded up to the nearest hour. In addition to Pack Hourglasses, Pokemon TCG Pocket offers various other currencies such as Wonder Hourglasses, Special, Event, and standard Shop Tickets, Poke Gold, Pack Points, and more.
The confirmation from The Pokemon Company about the ongoing utility of Pack Hourglasses should alleviate any concerns among players who have been stockpiling them. As long as Pokemon TCG Pocket continues to thrive, fans can look forward to more expansions and the continued relevance of Pack Hourglasses.
