The inaugural 2025 event for Pokémon TCG Pocket has arrived, bringing the Space-Time Smackdown featuring Sinnoh region legendaries Dialga and Palkia. While many trainers are diving into these new packs, some players still seek the original Genetic Apex booster set. Here's your guide to accessing these classic packs during the event.
How to Access Genetic Apex Booster Packs During Space-Time Smackdown
Following the January 30th update announcing Space-Time Smackdown, players were initially concerned about the disappearance of Genetic Apex - the game's foundational Kanto-themed collection. As the largest and most nostalgic set in Pokémon TCG Pocket, many collectors remain committed to completing their Genetic Apex collection.
Fortunately, the original booster packs remain available through a simple process:
- Navigate to the pack-opening interface
- Select "Choose different booster packs" in the bottom-right corner
- Pick the Genetic Apex collection
- Select your preferred pack variant to open
Complete Genetic Apex Card Catalog
For trainers tracking their collection progress, here's the complete Genetic Apex checklist:
| Card Number | Pokémon |
| A1 001 | Bulbasaur |
| A1 002 | Ivysaur |
| A1 003 | Venusaur |
| A1 004 | Venusaur EX |
| A1 284 | Mewtwo EX (Gold Full Art) |
Accessing Mythical Island Packs During the Event
The same accessibility method applies to Mythical Island boosters, confirming that The Pokémon Company intends to preserve all card sets rather than cycling them out. This approach ensures both veteran and new players can continue collecting their favorite Pokémon cards regardless of when they join the game.
For those torn between event packs, we've also prepared a guide on whether to prioritize Dialga or Palkia boosters in Space-Time Smashdown.
Pokémon TCG Pocket is currently available for mobile platforms.
