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Pokémon - Trading Card Game: Battle Academy (2024)

Model: 290-87695
SKU: 6580253
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Customers are delighted by the overall performance and engaging gameplay of the Trading Card Game: Battle Academy (2024), with many finding it playable right out of the box. The game is also praised for its ease of use, making it simple to learn. However, some customers have expressed concerns about certain cards.

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Features

  • 3 complete Pokémon TCG decks (60 cards each).

  • Each deck includes a powerful special Pokémon: Armarouge ex, Pikachu ex, or Darkrai ex.

  • Includes all-new promo cards: 4 Mareep, 3 Flaaffy, 2 Ampharos, 4 Pawniard, 3 Bisharp, 2 Kingambit, 1 Miraidon, and 6 Picnicker.

  • 1 instruction sheet to help you set up to play.

  • 2 tutorial guides to lead you through the decks.

  • 1 two-player game board.

  • 3 deck boxes to keep the cards organized.

  • 1 rulebook.

  • 1 large metallic coin featuring Armarouge, Pikachu, and Darkrai.

  • 1 set of damage counters.

  • A code card for Pokémon TCG Live.

  • Suitable for ages 6 and up.

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Specifications
  • Brand
    Pokémon
    Model Number
    290-87695
    Product Name
    Trading Card Game: Battle Academy (2024)
    Recommended Minimum Age
    6 years
    Brand/Character
    Pokémon
    Year of Release
    2024
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Reviews

Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 156 reviews

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95% would recommend to a friend
Customers are sayingCustomers are delighted by the overall performance and engaging gameplay of the Trading Card Game: Battle Academy (2024), with many finding it playable right out of the box. The game is also praised for its ease of use, making it simple to learn. However, some customers have expressed concerns about certain cards.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
  • Overall Performance (13)
  • Gameplay (11)
  • Ease of Use (8)
  • Cards (4)

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good introduction to Pokemon TCG

    Great introductory product. Instructions show step by step how to play. Contains two beginner decks and a more advanced deck once you get hang of rules and gameplay.

    Posted by DavidP

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Let's Battle!

    This is a good way to help get anyone into the TCG. Has 3 different decks to help your play style, and you’ll be able to customize when you have your own cards to help build the deck you want to build.

    Posted by dark

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect for beginners!

    This was gifted to me. Im more into collecting the packs with random cards inside for the fun. I can say that this is a very good box set for any person attempting to learn and play the Pokemon came. All cards are preset and the same for every set.

    Posted by LeoH

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Buy and Pokemon ;-)

    Best Buy had the Battle Academy game which I gifted to my grandkids. It taught the kids and the adults as well, how play the Real Pokemon Battle Games! We Love it!

    Posted by KarenW

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Pokemon

    Good for beginners trying to learn how to play the game

    Posted by JesusC

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Questions & Answers

  • Can I play Darkrai against Pikachu in this game?

    Yes, you can switch up the decks to play Darkrai against Armarouge or Pikachu.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.

  • Which Pokemon can I choose to lead my team?

    You can choose either Armarouge or Pikachu to lead your team.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.

  • What is the recommended minimum age to play this game?

    The recommended minimum age for this game is 6 years old.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.

  • How many decks come in the Pokemon Battle Academy?

    This game includes 3 complete Pokemon TCG decks.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.

  • Does this game come with everything needed for two players?

    Yes, the Battle Academy includes everything two players need to play.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
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