For completionists playing Pokemon TCG Pocket, the Promo Card section is usually a satisfyingly short list to complete. However, the enigmatic Promo Card 008 is currently causing frustration.
The Appearance of Promo Card 008
The unobtainable Promo Card 008 appeared around January 2025 in the Promo – A Card Dex, creating a noticeable gap between Professor Oak (007) and Pikachu (009). While its existence might have been present earlier, it only recently appeared as a blank space on the card list. This has left players eager for information on how to acquire it.
Unveiling Promo Card 008
Although currently unobtainable, the card's design can be previewed. Accessing the "Related Cards" section for cards like Red Card (006) or Pokedex (004) reveals a greyed-out version of Promo Card 008. It depicts an alternate art Pokedex surrounded by Pikachu, Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle.
The card information confirms its unowned status and indicates it will be "obtained from a campaign," similar to the New Year 2025 Pikachu card (Promo 026). This differs from cards acquired through missions or Wonder Pick events, suggesting a promotional giveaway tied to a future event.
The exact release date and method of obtaining Pokemon TCG Pocket Promo Card 008 remain unknown. For players bothered by the empty slot, the option to hide unowned cards is available in the game's settings.
Pokemon TCG Pocket is available now on mobile devices.
