What Is Promo Card 8 in Pokemon TCG Pocket? New Hidden Promo Card, Explained

For completionists playing Pokemon TCG Pocket, the Promo Card section is usually a satisfyingly short list to complete. However, the enigmatic Promo Card 008 is causing frustration.

The Appearance of Promo Card 008

The Promo Card section seemed complete until January 2025, when a new, unobtainable card, Promo Card 008, appeared between Professor Oak (007) and Pikachu (009). While its existence might have been present earlier, it only recently manifested as a blank slot in the Promo – A Card Dex. This has left players eager to learn how to acquire it.

Unveiling Promo Card 008

Although currently unobtainable, investigating the "Related Cards" section (accessible via cards like Red Card 006 or Pokedex 004) reveals a preview. A greyed-out version of Promo Card 008 shows an alternate art Pokedex featuring Pikachu, Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle.

The card's information page confirms its unowned status and notes it will be "obtained from a campaign," similar to the New Year 2025 Pikachu card (Promo 026). This differs from cards acquired through missions or Wonder Pick events, suggesting a promotional giveaway.

The exact release date and method for obtaining Pokemon TCG Pocket Promo Card 008 remain unknown. For those bothered by the empty slot, the option to hide unowned cards can be disabled in the game's settings.

Pokemon TCG Pocket is available now on mobile devices.