The Pokémon Company has confirmed it currently has no plans to integrate Pokémon TCG Pocket into its competitive esports scene. This decision, revealed by Chris Brown, Director of eSports, in a recent VGC interview (February 25, 2025), doesn't preclude future consideration, but for now, the mobile game remains outside the competitive circuit. Brown playfully referenced Pokémon Sleep as another example of a title not currently in the competitive mix, highlighting the company's ongoing evaluation of potential additions.

While official reasons remain unstated, fan speculation points to the game's relative youth (launched October 2024) and ongoing balancing issues as contributing factors. Despite in-app competitive features, the game's simplified mechanics, designed for a broader, more casual audience, may not align perfectly with the demands of a high-stakes competitive environment. The existing competitive circuit, encompassing Pokémon TCG, Pokémon GO, Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, and Pokémon Unite, will continue to feature prominently in the upcoming Pokémon World Championships (August 2025, Anaheim, California).

The upcoming Pokémon Presents (February 27, 2025, 6 AM PT / 9 AM ET) is anticipated to offer updates on various Pokémon titles. Speculation abounds regarding the possibility of a new set reveal for Pokémon TCG Pocket, following the January 30, 2025 release of Space Time Smackdown. The event may also shed light on Pokémon Legends: Z-A, previously announced for a 2025 release, and the recently revealed Mega Evolutions. The livestream, airing on YouTube and Twitch, promises insights into the franchise's future direction.