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Is Pokemon TCG Pocket on PC? Explained

Gotta collect 'em all.

Pokémon TCG Pocket (or TCGP) is the latest Pokémon game to hit mobile devices, and it’s such a hit that it leaves many wondering if it’s coming to PC. While being a game that you can progress in both offline and online, will people be able to take this to a bigger screen?

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Is Pokémon TCG Pocket on PC?

Currently, the new Pokémon TCGP game is not available on PC, and there don’t seem to be any plans to bring it to that platform.

However, while not a fully legitimate way, you may eventually get the game on PC via emulators like Bluestacks. As of now, the game is not out yet for the program. You can currently pre-register for the Pokémon TCGP app so when it does come out, you can start downloading it right away.

Is Pokemon TCGP on PC?
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Is it safe to play Pokémon TCGP on Bluestacks?

For most games, it should be safe to install this game on emulators like Bluestacks when it does come out. 

The game being on a PC would make it easier to get hacks, exploits, and other tools to get ahead. To best avoid getting banned or blacklisted by any means, just stick to the game downloaded by the program and don’t follow any external links for free stuff.

What platforms is Pokemon TCGP currently on?

Pokémon TCG Pocket is currently on Android and iOS. 

You will need Android 7.0 and up to play this game on your game if you are using an Android-based device. As for Apple, you need to be on iOS 13.0 and up to run the game. 

As for the performance of the game, it will depend on the specs of your mobile device. Newer ones should play this just fine, but you can alter the performance to conserve battery life or make the game run smoother.


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