We're all familiar with the Pokémon TCG Pocket mobile game, but did you know that exciting new updates are coming on January 29th? Get ready to use your hourglasses to open ten packs, featuring new Generation 2 and 4 expansion packs! Plus, the new trading function will let players exchange ◆, ◆◆, ◆◆◆, ◆◆◆◆, and ★ cards.
While we wait for the update, why not get creative and make Pokémon cards? In this article, we'll show you how to make personalized cards—perfect for gifting on Valentine's Day or adding to your collection!
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What is Pokémon TCG Pocket?
Pokémon TCG Pocket is the card game everyone is playing, ranking #3 in the App Store and #1 in Google Play. Users can open card packs, build Pokémon decks, and battle with other users in 89 countries.
With 250 base cards and 54 secret rare cards, every player has a collection that’s uniquely their own. Each day, players can open two card packs, boosting their chances of getting a rare find. Plus, exciting updates are on the way, including new pack expansions and features like trading, keeping players engaged and eager for more.
▲ Rare Cards in Pokémon TCG Pocket
Why Customize Pokémon TCG Cards?
After the resurfacing of collecting Pokémon cards, people on tiktok have been hiding and gifting customized Pokémon cards into normal packs, surprising their partners for anniversaries.
Why not join the trend and make Pokémon cards that document your special memories?
Read on to learn how!
How to Make Pokémon Cards?
Turn pictures of you, your loved ones, or even your pet into Pokémon cards in just 6 steps.
1. Download Pokémon Card Maker
First, download Pokémon card maker YouCam Perfect. This Pokémon card maker has a wide range of AI magic avatars and AI seflie filters that can turn your pictures into cartoon styles suitable for making personalized Pokémon cards. Not only so, you can also add effects, photo frames, and custom stickers to further enhance your Pokémon cards.
2. Upload Picture and Choose AI Selfie
Then, upload a photo using the Photo Edit option or take a new picture with the Camera function. After that, click on AI Selfie in the bottom toolbar to create a cartoon-styled photo.
▲ Photo Edit > AI Selfie
We recommend trying styles like Technocolor, Sunflower, Fun Sketch, and more from the "Anime" section to give your photo that classic Pokémon look. Feel free to try different styles until you find the perfect one for you!
3. Add Your Favorite Pokémon
Now that you have your new Pokémon look, it's time to add your favorite Pokémon character!
Select the AI Replace tool, highlight where you'd like the character to appear, and type the name of your favorite Pokémon into the text prompt.
Make sure to include the word "Pokémon" in the prompt so the AI software can recognize the character correctly.
4. Add Card Border
Add a card border to complete the Pokémon card look. Download a transparent Pokémon card template from online and add it on top of your photo by using the Add Photo function.
Crop, size, and rotate the border to ensure it sits perfectly on top of your photo.
5. Add Text and Effects
Next, feel free to be creative by adding fun descriptions with the Text tool.
You can even take it up a notch by adding Effects unique to each Pokémon card type.
Choose Effects > Animation to find our collection of different moving filters. For instance, you can use the grass effect in the Nature category for your grass type Pokémon cards.
6. Save and Share!
Now that you've got your newly collected rare card, don't forget to save it and share it with friends and family. You can even trade cards with each other to create an even more unique Pokémon card deck!
BONUS: Make Pokémon Trainer Cards!
Now that you know how to make basic cards, impress your loved ones even more by making their own Pokémon trainer card. Turn your cute couple pics into trainer cards with AI Selfie using the 6 steps above.
Another method is to chose the Artist Avatar tool in the homescreen of YouCam Perfect, upload a photo, and choose a style.
Don't forget to add the name of your partner, pet, or loved one to make your trainer card even more special!
▲ Turn Yourself into Male Pokémon Trainer
▲ Turn Yourself into Female Pokémon Trainer
Custom Pokémon Cards FAQs
How to get a custom Pokémon Card?
Get a custom Pokémon Card in just 6 steps:
- Download Pokémon Card Maker
- Upload Picture and Choose AI Selfie
- Add Your Favorite Pokémon with Add Photo Function
- Add Pokémon Card Border to Photo
- Add Text and Effects
- Save and Share!
Is there a Pokémon card worth $1,000,000?
Customized Pokémon cards can be worth more than $1,000,000 because they are special and unique only to you. You can make Pokémon cards with photo editing apps like YouCam Perfect. The making process becomes easy and fast with a wide range of AI magic avatars and AI seflie filters that can turn your pictures into cartoon styles. You can also add effects, photo frames, and custom stickers to further enhance your cards.