Add the cards you own.
Search by name, paste a list, or use a photo or camera. Confirm the exact printing and how many copies you have.
FOR FAMILIES LEARNING TOGETHER
A pile of cards.
A way to play.
Your kid loves the cards. You’re figuring out the game together.
Start with what you own. Build a deck. Read the cards easily while you play.
A nickname and password. No ChatGPT account needed.
MEET PIP✦
A little help.
A lot more playing.
Big text. Read aloud. Count together.
YOUR FIRST SHUFFLE
Three jobs. One place.
Keep track of your cards, choose a deck, and get help at the table.
Build a deck from your pile.
Choose a First game, Balanced, or Aggressive goal. Save different decks. See what’s missing when your cards can’t make a complete one.
Keep the cards readable.
Open your deck while you play. See large pictures, HP, attacks, Energy costs, and effects. Tap a speaker to hear them.
Your collection is the starting point.
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Character cardsExact printing · owned copies
×4◇
Trainer cardsSupport your deck
×2ϟ
Energy cardsPower attacks
×12These are examples. Your real cards appear after you add them.
A goal gives the builder a direction.
First gameStart with a simpler deck.
Favor easier attacks, enough starting Pokémon, and a mix of Trainers and Energy.
Owned cardsCheck quantitiesDeck rulesCheck limitsMissing cardsShow the gaps
Deck suggestions depend on your collection. A complete deck is not always possible.
Big, readable stats at the table.
Pip’s practice card
A made-up example, not a game cardHit points♥ 120Printed damage⚔ 40
Practice hit
Needs 2 Energy of any type. Does 40 damage before other effects.
Count together120 − 40 = 80
In the app, Pip helps with addition and subtraction. Damage can change with card effects.
COUNT WITH PIPFOR LITTLE READERS. AND TIRED EYES.
The tiny print can stay on the card.
Use a larger card reader, browse related evolution cards, and hear stats aloud. When the math gets tricky, count with Pip.
Read-aloud uses available browser voices. Voice quality and pronunciation vary by device.
BEFORE YOU START
What to expect.
Bring your own cards.
Start with English Pokémon trading cards. Search is often quickest; photos need clear names and set numbers. You confirm every match.
Learn alongside your kid.
This is a helper for the physical game. The learning guide links to official rules and resources. It does not play your opponent’s turn for you.
Save your progress.
Your account saves cards and decks online. Use Export to keep a copy. Save the recovery code shown at signup; it resets a forgotten password.
Do I need a ChatGPT account or an email address?
No. Use a unique nickname and a password of at least 8 characters. We do not ask for a contact email, real name, or phone number. Keep your recovery code private.
Are photos or camera recordings uploaded?
No. Photos and still camera captures are processed temporarily on your device. There is no microphone or video recording. Confirmed card information and quantities are saved to your account.
Will it find every card or build every deck?
No. Card data can be incomplete and photos can be hard to read. Search by the printed name and set number when a match is uncertain. The builder follows deterministic rules and goals, and may show an incomplete deck if your collection lacks suitable cards. It does not predict match wins.
Is this an official Pokémon app?
No. First Shuffle is an independent family learning tool. Card data comes from Pokémon TCG Data and TCGdex. Game artwork and names belong to their respective owners. Pip is our original helper.
Start with the cards on your table.
Add a few, build a deck, and learn together.