A study of gatcha games: the UX of the Pokemon TCG Pocket app
The Pokemon TCG Pocket app has earned approximately $400 million since its release in October 2024.
The app's success can be attributed to the psychological pull of gatcha gaming, which allows users to collect virtual cards in a similar way to opening physical booster packs.
The term 'gatcha' comes from 'gashapon' and refers to the Japanese toy dispensers that provide random collectable toys.