Unveiling the Hidden Mew Card: A Step-by-Step Guide

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Pokémon TCG Pocket provides players with an array of cards to collect, but the elusive Mew card is not one that you can pull or purchase. Much like in the Pokémon video games, Mew is a rare find, requiring players to navigate through various challenges for a chance to claim it.

Sadly, Pokémon TCG Pocket does not explicitly inform players about the opportunity to acquire this card. The only way you may have come across this card is if you stumbled upon it yourself, or if you saw it showcased in another player’s display or binder on the social screen.

How to Obtain the Secret Mew Card

Gotta Catch ‘Em All!

In contrast to Mewtwo, which is relatively easy to obtain thanks to its dedicated Genetic Apex booster pack and various card designs, getting Mew is not straightforward. If you scan through pack pull rates, check the shop, or explore Wonder Picks, you will not find this card anywhere.

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However, if you’ve managed to build your card collection, you may have had the fortune to receive this mythical Pokémon as a unique reward. This is because the sole method to unlock Mew in Pokémon TCG Pocket is to collect all 150 Kanto Pokémon. You need at least one card of every Kanto Pokémon to qualify. It might sound straightforward, but it could take some time to gather all the required cards unless you’re willing to invest some additional funds.

Secret Mew Card Overview & Stats

A Rare Psychic Type Card

Mew Card from Pokemon TCG Pocket over a blurred background

Is the effort to obtain this card worth it? That depends on your perspective as a player. For collectors like myself, I believe the answer is a resounding yes. Since it is a secret rare Pokémon card, the only way to obtain it involves collecting cards that you would be pursuing anyway. Thus, there is no wasted effort for someone who enjoys collecting.

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If you’re a player focused on competitive battles in Pokémon TCG Pocket, this card might not be worth the effort unless you have a genuine interest in collecting. Pursuing it could end up wasting your time, or even real money, on cards you may not want to use. If you’re curious, check out the stats for this card in the table below.

Name	Rarity	Type	Stage	HP	Attacks	Weakness	Retreat Cost
Mew (#286)	3 Star (Secret Rare)	Psychic	Basic Pokémon	60	(1 psychic energy) Psy Report: 20 Damage + Your opponent reveals their hand	+20 Damage taken from Dark Types	1 Energy

While there are arguments to be made for its inclusion if you’re running a psychic deck, when compared to the other offerings from Genetic Apex, you’re likely better off creating a deck with those cards. Instead, you might choose to display this unique, rare full-art card and earn Shop Tickets through likes. Regardless, it remains a delightful surprise for Pokémon TCG Pocket enthusiasts and Mew fans who have successfully completed their Kanto collection.