The Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) continues to dominate, and its latest mobile iteration, Pokémon TCG Pocket, is a testament to its enduring popularity. Within just four days of its launch, the game raked in over $12 million, solidifying its position as a mobile gaming powerhouse.
According to data from Appmagic, published by MobileGamer.biz, Pokémon TCG Pocket generated an average of $3 million per day during its debut weekend. Japan emerged as the top revenue-generating region, contributing 45% of the game’s total earnings. The US followed closely, accounting for 25% of the revenue. Hong Kong and Taiwan tied for third place, each contributing 4%.
While Japan leads in revenue, the US reigns supreme in terms of downloads, representing 29% of the total installs. Brazil follows with 11% and Mexico with 6%. Interestingly, Japan accounts for only 4% of total downloads, equaling the UK, France, and Germany.
When analyzing platform-specific performance, iOS users have significantly outspent their Android counterparts, generating an estimated $10.5 million of the $12.1 million total revenue. This trend reflects the overall mobile gaming market where Apple’s platform frequently generates more revenue per user.
The game’s popularity continues to skyrocket. Pokémon TCG Pocket’s official account on X announced it surpassed 10 million downloads within the first four days of its launch, with Appmagic estimating this rose to 12 million the following day.
Pokémon TCG Pocket’s impressive performance highlights the Pokémon franchise’s versatility across multiple media formats. Originally launched as a tabletop game in the late 1990s, the Pokémon Trading Card Game has evolved through digital iterations. This latest mobile version has clearly resonated with fans worldwide, demonstrating the enduring power of the Pokémon phenomenon.
