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Pokemon TCG Pocket Space-Time Smackdown Release Date & Time Confirmed

Author：Kristen Update：Feb 27,2025

The Pokémon TCG Pocket game is getting a significant update with the Space-Time Smackdown expansion, following the success of Genetic Apex. Here's a breakdown of the release date and new features.

When Does Space-Time Smackdown Launch in Pokémon TCG Pocket?
How Many Booster Packs are Included?
New Cards Revealed in Space-Time Smackdown

When Does Space-Time Smackdown Launch in Pokémon TCG Pocket?

Space-Time Smackdown arrives in Pokémon TCG Pocket on January 30th at 1:00 AM Eastern Time. While initial announcements suggested January 29th, the official Pokémon website and X account confirm the 30th, likely to accommodate various time zones.

How Many Booster Packs are Included?

Unlike Genetic Apex's three booster packs (Charizard, Mewtwo, and Pikachu themes), Space-Time Smackdown features only two, focusing on Palkia and Dialga. This suggests a strong emphasis on Generation IV Pokémon from the Diamond and Pearl games, though other generations will likely be represented.

New Cards Revealed in Space-Time Smackdown

While a complete card list isn't yet available, key cards include:

Card	Effect
Dialga Ex	150HP Metallic Turbo (2 Metal Energy): Take 2 Metal Energy from your Energy Zone and attach it to 1 of your Benched Pokemon. 30 damage. Heavy Impact (2 Metal, 2 Colorless Energy): 100 damage. 2 Retreat Cost
Palkia Ex	150HP Slash (1 Water Energy): 30 damage. Dimensional Storm (3 Water, 1 Colorless Energy): Discard 3 Water Energy from this Pokemon. This attack also does 20 damage to each of your opponent’s Benched Pokemon. 150 damage.
Turtwig	80HP Bite (1 Grass, 1 Colorless Energy): 30 damage. 2 Retreat Cost
Chimchar	60HP Scratch (1 Fire Energy): 20 damage. 1 Retreat Cost
Piplup	60HP Nap (1 Colorless Energy): Heal 20 damage from this Pokemon. 1 Retreat Cost
Pachirisu Ex	Sparking Gadget (2 Electric Energy): If this Pokemon has a Pokemon Tool attached, this attack does 40 more damage. 40+ damage.
Leafeon	90HP Leafy Cyclone
Honchkrow	100HP Skill Dive
Cynthia (Supporter)	During this turn, attacks used by your Garchomp or Togekiss do +50 damage to your opponent’s Active Pokemon.
Gible	60HP Gnaw (1 Colorless Energy)
Cresselia	110HP Moonlight Gain (2 Psychic Energy): Heal 20 damage from this Pokemon. 50 damage.

Important Note: While trading is enabled with the Space-Time Smackdown release, trading of cards from this set will be unavailable. Trading will remain limited to Genetic Apex and Mythical Island cards.

This covers the key details regarding the Space-Time Smackdown expansion in Pokémon TCG Pocket. Check The Escapist for more game guides and resources, including deck tier lists.