Pokemon TCG Pocket player shares hack to maximize pack drops from the Venusaur event

Another promotional event is coming to Pokemon TCG Pocket, offering players a chance to obtain a new full-art Venusaur card. However, this item is not guaranteed; players must pull it from special promotional packs earned by participating in battles and completing missions.

Given the title's unique handling of singleplayer content, players cannot simply grind out as many battles as they like. Instead, the game uses a stamina system, requiring trainers to wait before participating in more event content.

Thankfully, Redditor Vitthasl on the TCG Pocket subreddit has shared a strategy to help players maximize their efficiency during the event.

Best advice for Upcoming Venusaur event byu/Vitthasl inPTCGP

To summarize this strategy, players should start grinding for the event by participating in lower-level battles. They must concede after meeting the criteria for some of the event's missions. This process should be repeated until all missions are complete, as stamina is only consumed if players win their battles.

By doing this, players can earn all guaranteed rewards before relying on RNG to provide promo packs. After completing every mission, they should prioritize expert-difficulty battles, as these always reward a promo pack.

Comment byu/Vitthasl from discussion inPTCGP

Other Redditors, like Cambwin, have pointed out that this strategy has been around since the first promotional event for Pokemon TCG Pocket. The game consistently deducts event stamina for completed battles, making this a reliable tactic. With new players joining every day, it's always helpful to have a reminder before such events.

Many players appreciate the helpful tip (Image via Reddit)

Many Redditors have shown appreciation for this tip in the post's comments, so many trainers will likely walk away from this promotional event with a new full-art Venusaur card.

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Is the new Venusaur card any good in Pokemon TCG Pocket?

The new Venusaur card is a reskin of the base Venusaur from the Genetic Apex expansion (Image via The Pokemon Company)

The new promotional Venusaur card has identical stats and moves to the base Venusaur introduced in the Genetic Apex expansion. It's important to note that this is the base Venusaur, not Venusaur ex, which has significantly better HP and damage potential. While it might not be optimal for battles, it holds great significance among collectors.

As players await the next expansion, many have already collected most of the cards from Genetic Apex. Therefore, these promos can be the best way for players to get new cards rather than just collecting free duplicates until the next content update.

Promo cards are incredibly valuable for keeping the Pokemon TCG Pocket experience fresh and engaging. Lucky players can earn the Venusaur card from promo packs until December 13, 2024.