'Pokemon Trading Card Game Online' beta opens to the public

By Hector Cortez Aug 26, 2011, 2:33 GMT

Pokémon Trading Card Game Online is now in open beta and available to everyone at no cost.

Pokémon Trading Card Game Online is now in open beta and available to everyone at no cost. Also, the newest Pokémon TCG expansion, Pokémon TCG: Black & White-Emerging Powers features in-pack codes in its theme decks and booster packs that unlock playable virtual cards for Pokémon TCG Online. The two English version theme decks are in stores now and booster packs hit shelves nationwide August 31st. This is the first Pokémon TCG expansion to feature booster packs broadly available with in-pack codes for the Pokémon TCG Online.

Pokémon TCG players who log into www.pokemon.com/tcgo can learn, practice, and battle against opponents from around the world. Pokémon TCG Online, includes one complementary deck when players join and up to three decks players can earn at no additional cost without having to purchase cards right away.

Pokémon TCG Online features a Collection Management Tool that provides players easy point-and-click access to their virtual card collection. You will never have to search long for a card to put into battle. Additionally, for players just learning how to build their decks, Pokémon TCG Online features deck-building tools, including a deck-building wizard, to help construct personalized decks that players of all skill levels can call into battle. Trading of virtual TCG cards and items is easy as players can trade directly with one another or offer public trades on the spot. Players can expect the introduction of new items and features frequently.