Pokémon TCG Pocket Players Say Shiny Cards Are Too Expensive to Craft
Some *Pokémon TCG Pocket* fans are raising concerns about the high crafting cost of shiny cards introduced in the recent *Shining Revelry* expansion. While the glittering new rarity was welcomed when it launched in March 2025, many players now feel that the price to craft these cards using **Pack Points** is unbalanced.
Pack Points are earned by opening booster packs and can be used to craft specific cards. However, **one-star shiny cards currently cost 1,000 Pack Points**, which players say is excessive—especially since some full-art cards with alternate artwork cost only 400.
A post on the game’s subreddit titled *“shiny cards cost too many Pack Points”* quickly gained support, with many players suggesting the pricing should be lowered to around 600 for one-star shiny cards and 800 for two-star ones.
Supporters of the current system argue that the cost reflects shiny cards’ **low drop rates**, rather than their visual appeal. Still, the pricing model has reignited long-standing complaints about Pack Points, including their **set-specific limitations** and **limited value** for dedicated players.
While the system offers an alternative way to complete collections, especially for players who buy extra packs, the ongoing debate shows that many in the community believe the **balance between rarity and cost still needs work**.
