Fans of Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket have been captivated by the stunning card art for months, but recent discoveries have added an extra layer of excitement. Players are now uncovering hidden details in some cards that connect directly to the beloved Game Boy games, adding a nostalgic touch to their collections.
The excitement kicked off over the weekend when Reddit user asch_win noticed that the Spearow card features landmarks from the Pokémon world. The 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. Just to the left of Celadon City lies Route 16, known for its fenced-in grass patch where players can encounter Spearow.
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It's clear that Creatures Inc. and DeNA, the developers behind Pokémon TCG Pocket, have intentionally crafted these cards to pay homage to the iconic Game Boy games that propelled Pokémon into a global phenomenon. The fun doesn't end with Spearow. Reddit user jteede discovered more connections, including a full-art Diglett card east of Vermillion City and a Haunter card near the eerie Lavender Town tower. Asch_win also used a magnifying glass to uncover references to specific locations on Supporter cards.
While most card illustrations depict Pokémon in dreamy, lore-unrelated settings, some, like a Pikachu variant, mirror real-world collectible cards. Others, exclusive to Pokémon TCG Pocket, hide these delightful Easter Eggs. The community has been buzzing over the weekend, dissecting cards to find more references, such as the S.S. Anne cruise liner on a Gyarados full art card and a narrative involving Oddish, Venonat, and Bellsprout set near FireRed and LeafGreen's seaside Snorlax.
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Since its launch for mobile gaming fans in October, Pokémon TCG Pocket has seen the release of one additional booster expansion set, Mythical Island, bringing the total to four packs. More sets are expected to be released, with new cards occasionally introduced through Wonder Pick Events and updates. As Creatures and DeNA continue to expand the card collection across various generations, players should stay alert for more hidden references.
In the meantime, you can learn more about the current Wonder Pick event, which highlights Charmander and Squirtle. Also, explore why the developers are being secretive about whether pack choice matters.
