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Pokemon Trading Card Game

Released December 18, 1998 on Game Boy Color and 3DS

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About Pokemon Trading Card Game

Pokemon Trading Card Game is an adventure and card game released on December 18, 1998, for the Game Boy Color, with a later release on the Nintendo 3DS. Hudson Soft developed the game, and Nintendo and Gradiente handled publishing. It is part of the Pokemon franchise and its trading card game series, and it is rated E for Everyone by the ESRB and PEGI 3 in Europe.

The game is viewed from a bird's-eye, isometric perspective, with first-person elements also listed among its viewpoints. It is built around fantasy and kids themes, and it can be played alone or against other players. Your journey centers on building a deck from one of three starter packs and facing card club leaders along the way.

Players can also collect cards by challenging others, and multiplayer play is part of how new cards are earned. The game is set in the Pokemon world and focuses on the card battling and collecting side of the franchise.

Screenshots

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Pokemon Trading Card Game FAQ

When did Pokemon Trading Card Game come out?

Pokemon Trading Card Game came out on December 18, 1998.

What platforms is Pokemon Trading Card Game on?

Pokemon Trading Card Game came out on Game Boy Color and 3DS.

Who made Pokemon Trading Card Game?

Pokemon Trading Card Game is developed by Hudson Soft and published by Gradiente and Nintendo.

Is Pokemon Trading Card Game multiplayer?

Yes. Pokemon Trading Card Game supports single player and multiplayer.

What is Pokemon Trading Card Game rated?

Pokemon Trading Card Game is rated ESRB E (Everyone) and PEGI 3.

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