The Pokémon TCG: Cynthia's Garchomp ex Premium Collection will be available starting on June 13th, 2025 where Pokémon TCG products are sold for a MSRP of $39.99 USD.

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Cynthia & Garchomp Bring the Strength of a Champion! As Champion of the Sinnoh region, Cynthia is one of the strongest Pokémon Trainers in the world, and her Garchomp has been by her side since the very beginning! Discover the power of their friendship in this collection with a foil promo card featuring Cynthia's Garchomp ex, which has attacks that do big damage and help you draw cards. You also get foil cards of Cynthia's Gible and Cynthia's Gabite, a cool sticker and standees for display, and more Pokémon inside booster packs.

The Pokémon TCG: Cynthia's Garchomp ex Premium Collection includes:

• 1 full-art foil promo card featuring Cynthia's Garchomp ex
• 2 foil cards featuring Cynthia's Gible and Cynthia's Gabite
• 1 sheet of acrylic standees featuring Cynthia, Garchomp, and more
• 1 double-sided backdrop display
• 1 photo sticker featuring Cynthia and Garchomp
• 6 Pokémon TCG booster packs
• A code card for Pokémon TCG Live

On Saturday, April 5th, 2025, merchandise based on the Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket will be available at the Pokémon Centers! The lineup includes Paper Theater cards which let you enjoy the impressive three-dimensional depth of the immersive cards from the game, as well as a pouch with an illustration of the Pikachu ex immersive card on the inside when you open the zipper! There is also a smartphone shoulder strap bag and a keychain with the hourglass design, so be sure to check them out.


The Pokémon Center Online will start selling them from 10:00 on Thursday, April 3rd, 2025. The items will not be available on the Amazon.co.jp Pokémon Store. The Pokémon Center Hiroshima will not be selling them on the release date. They may be available after the reopening. Please check here for details about the reopening.

Please note that the release of the products may be postponed or cancelled due to the situation in the production area. Please be aware of this beforehand.

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Item List (English):

Paper Theater Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket Mewtwo ex - 5,500 yen
Paper Theater Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket Pikachu ex - 5,500 yen
Paper Theater Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket Charizard ex - 5,500 yen
*Adhesive is not included in the set.
Sticker in a Pouch Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket Pikachu - 1,100 yen
Sticker in a Pouch Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket Charizard - 1,100 yen
Sticker in a Pouch Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket Mewtwo - 1,100 yen
Smartphone Shoulder Strap Bag Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket - 2,200 yen
Satchel Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket - 3,300 yen
Keychain Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket Hourglass - 990 yen

Item List (Japanese):

ペーパーシアター Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket ミュウツーex ¥5,500
ペーパーシアター Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket ピカチュウex ¥5,500
ペーパーシアター Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket リザードンex ¥5,500
※接着剤はセット内容に含まれません。
ポーチ入りステッカー Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket ピカチュウ ¥1,100
ポーチ入りステッカー Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket リザードン ¥1,100
ポーチ入りステッカー Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket ミュウツー ¥1,100
スマホショルダーストラップ Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket ¥2,200
サコッシュ Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket ¥3,300
キーホルダー Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket パック砂時計 ¥990

Source: https://www.pokemon.co.jp/goods/2025/03/250328_st01.html

The Pokémon TCG: Hop’s Zacian ex Box was available starting on March 28th, 2025 at Pokémon Center and where Pokémon TCG products are sold for a MSRP of $21.99 USD.

Pokémon TCG: Hop’s Zacian ex Box

Two of Galar’s greatest team up! Hop and Zacian have joined forces to form a dynamic duo that’s truly rival worthy. Hop’s Zacian ex attacks your opponent’s Active Pokémon plus one on the Bench with Insta-Strike, while Brave Slash closes in for huge damage. With Hop’s Zacian on your side, your battles are sure to be awesome even on the darkest of days. But Hop’s team has even more to offer—Hop’s Wooloo and Hop’s Dubwool to really round out the set. If that’s not enough, you’ll find additional Pokémon in the four included booster packs.

The Pokémon TCG: Hop’s Zacian ex Box includes:

• 1 foil promo card featuring Hop’s Zacian ex
• 2 foil cards featuring Hop’s Wooloo and Hop’s Dubwool
• 1 oversize foil card featuring Hop’s Zacian ex
• 1 photo sticker
• 4 Pokémon TCG booster packs
• A code card that includes digital promo cards for Pokémon Trading Card Game Live

Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-tcg/product-gallery/hops-zacian-ex-box

The Pokémon Company posted the following statement to give an update on Pokémon Trading Card Game product availability which has been plagued by scalpers.

Update on Pokémon Trading Card Game Product Availability

We’re aware that some fans are experiencing difficulties purchasing certain Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) products due to very high demand impacting availability. We understand this inconvenience can be disappointing for fans, and we are actively working to print more of the impacted Pokémon TCG products as quickly as possible and at maximum capacity to acknowledge this. Reprinted products are expected to be available at participating retailers as soon as possible.

For new Pokémon TCG expansions launching in the future, we are maximizing production to increase product availability upon release, and we will continue to reprint impacted products to replenish stock at participating retailers, including Pokémon Center, as soon as possible.

For Pokémon TCG product releases at Pokémon Center, we are committed to providing a smooth purchasing experience and employ technology that helps get products into the hands of fans first and foremost. Currently, Pokémon Center implements a virtual queue for certain products to help provide a more seamless purchasing process during periods of increased site traffic. We will continue to explore measures that help create the best possible experience for Pokémon Center customers.

We’d like to thank the community for their continued support and patience as we work to deliver more Pokémon TCG products to fans.

Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/update-on-pokemon-trading-card-game-product-availability

The Pokémon Company International announced the Pokémon Trading Card Game Scarlet & Violet Destined Rivals expansion set of March 24th, 2025. It was available at participating retailers worldwide beginning on May 30th, 2025. High resolution images from the press release have been added to an Imageboard thread.

Team Rocket Is Out in Full Force in Upcoming Release of New Pokémon Trading Card Game: Scarlet & Violet—Destined Rivals Expansion

March 24, 2025 — Today, The Pokémon Company International announced that a new expansion for the bestselling Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG), Scarlet & Violet—Destined Rivals, will be available beginning May 30, 2025, at participating retailers worldwide.


Scarlet & Violet—Destined Rivals will see the return of the popular Trainer’s Pokémon mechanic, but with a twist, introducing the infamous Team Rocket — a villainous organization in the Pokémon world — into the mix. Players can choose their allegiance by joining forces with heroic duos like Ethan and Ho-Oh ex or Cynthia and Garchomp ex, or they can embrace mischievous adventure by teaming up with Team Rocket and their Pokémon, such as Mewtwo ex, under Giovanni’s command.


In addition, players can discover the distinctive artwork of new Trainer’s Pokémon cards, showcasing the special bond shared between a skilled Pokémon Trainer and their Pokémon, with each card featuring the Trainer’s name.

Noteworthy cards from Scarlet & Violet—Destined Rivals include:

• 83 new cards tagged as Team Rocket's
• 17 Pokémon ex, including 10 Trainer's Pokémon ex
• 23 illustration rare Pokémon
• 11 special illustration rare Pokémon
• Six hyper rare gold-etched cards

Players can find Scarlet & Violet—Destined Rivals in booster packs, Elite Trainer Boxes and various collections at participating retailers worldwide.


Pokémon TCG players will have the opportunity to play with Scarlet & Violet—Destined Rivals before launch by attending one of the many Prerelease tournaments held as part of the Play! Pokémon program, taking place beginning May 17, 2025, at participating independent retailers.

Ahead of the release of the tabletop version, players will be able to play with Scarlet & Violet—Destined Rivals digitally starting May 29, 2025 via the Pokémon TCG Live app for iOS, Android, macOS and Windows devices. Players can collect and battle with new Trainer’s Pokémon cards and receive in-game bonuses when logging in to the app.

Source: https://press.pokemon.com/en/releases/MEDIA-ALERT-Team-Rocket-Is-Out-in-Full-Force-in-Upcoming-Release-of-Ne

Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet-Destined Rivals Pokémon Center Elite Trainer Box

Whose Side Are You On? Pokémon Trainers, be on high alert! The nefarious Team Rocket is setting its latest plan into motion, and heroic Trainers are racing to stop it. Join forces with the likes of Cynthia and Garchomp ex, Ethan and Ho-Oh ex, or Arven and Mabosstiff ex… Or reconsider your loyalties and fight alongside Team Rocket’s Pokémon like Mewtwo ex—under the command of Giovanni! Choose a side, assemble your allies, and battle boldly in the Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet—Destined Rivals expansion!

The Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet—Destined Rivals Pokémon Center Elite Trainer Box includes:

• 11 Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet—Destined Rivals booster packs
• 1 full-art foil promo card featuring Team Rocket’s Wobbuffet with a Pokémon Center logo
• 1 full-art foil promo card featuring Team Rocket’s Wobbuffet
• 65 card sleeves
• 45 Pokémon TCG Energy cards
• A player’s guide to the Scarlet & Violet—Destined Rivals expansion
• 6 damage-counter dice
• 1 competition-legal coin-flip die
• 2 plastic condition markers
• A box to hold everything, with 4 dividers to keep it organized
• A code card for Pokémon Trading Card Game Live
• Item Dimensions: 6.5 x 3.4 x 6.5 IN
• Country Of Origin: Printed in the USA
• Materials: paper / acrylic / polyresin / polypropylene
• Recommended Age: 6+ Years
• Item Weight: 1.7 LB
• SKU: 100-10653

Source: https://www.pokemoncenter.com/product/100-10653

Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet-Destined Rivals Booster Display Box (36 Packs)

• Includes 36 Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet—Destined Rivals booster packs
• Each booster pack contains 10 cards and 1 Basic Energy. Cards vary by pack.
• Item Dimensions: 5.3 x 2.5 x 4.8 IN
• Country Of Origin: Printed in the USA
• Materials: paper
• Recommended Age: 6+ Years
• Item Weight: 1.6 LB
• SKU: 10-10157-101

Source: https://www.pokemoncenter.com/product/10-10157-101

The official Japanese Pokémon Trading Card website announced the Scarlet & Violet The Glory of Rocket Gang (ロケット団の栄光) expansion pack on March 21st, 2025. It will be released in Japan on April 18th, 2025.

The Rocket Gang is here! The Rocket Gang are an evil organization that makes money by using Pokémon all over the world in devious ways. They attack other people's Pokémon, injure Pokémon, and do other evil things. The red "R" is their symbol.

Rocket Gang Cards

Rocket Gang's Mewtwo ex - Ability: Power Saver - This Pokémon can't attack unless you have 4 or more Rocket Gang Pokémon in play.
Deletion Sphere - You may discard up to 2 Energy from your Benched Pokémon. This attack does 60 more damage for each card discarded this way.

Rocket Gang's Persian ex - Haughty Orders - Your opponent reveals the top 10 cards of their deck. You may choose an attack from a Pokémon you find there and use it as this attack. Your opponent shuffles the revealed cards back into their deck.
Cruel Slash - Your opponent’s Active Pokémon is now Confused.


Rocket Gang's Athena - Supporter - Draw cards until you have 5 cards in your hand. If all of your Pokémon in play are Rocket Gang Pokémon, draw until you have 8 cards in your hand instead.

Rocket Gang's Apollo - Supporter - You can use this card only if any of your Rocket Gang Pokémon were Knocked Out during your opponent's last turn. Each player shuffles their hand into their deck. Then, you draw 5 cards, and your opponent draws 3 cards.


Rocket Gang's Sakaki - Supporter - Switch your Active Rocket Gang Pokémon with 1 of your Benched Rocket Gang Pokémon. If you do, then switch 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon with their Active Pokémon.

Rocket Gang Energy - Special Energy - This card can only be attached to a Rocket Gang Pokémon. If this card is attached to anything other than a Rocket Gang Pokémon, discard this card. While this card is attached to a Pokémon, it provides 2 in any combination of Psychic and Darkness Energy.

Details:

Pokémon Card Game Scarlet & Violet Expansion Pack The Glory of Rocket Gang
ポケモンカードゲーム スカーレット&バイオレット 拡張パック「ロケット団の栄光」
Suggested Retail Price: 180 yen (tax included)
Contents: 5 cards - Cards are randomly included.
Release date: Friday, April 18th, 2025

Source: https://www.pokemon-card.com/ex/sv10/

Pokémon Card Game Scarlet & Violet The Glory of Rocket Gang Attaché Case Set

To coincide with the release of the expansion pack The Glory of Rocket Gang, which goes on sale on Friday, April 18th, 2025, new Rocket Gang themed merchandise will be released!


This set includes an attaché case to securely carry your important decks and cards, and 30 The Glory of Rocket Gang expansion packs! The attaché case can not only hold cards, decks, rubber play mats, and damage counter cases, but you can also use the dividers to store a variety of small items! It's sure to be a big hit at events and tournaments!


Usage example:
An example where the divider is used to store two deck cases, one playmat case, a 500ml plastic bottle, and extra cards for deck adjustments. You can store about 700 cards for deck adjustments without deck shields! It can also hold a damage counter case, so this one box can hold all the items you need for a tournament. There is plenty of space, so you can store a variety of other items.

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Product name: The Glory of Rocket Gang Attaché Case Set (ロケット団の栄光 アタッシュケースセット)
Suggested retail price: 14,900 yen (tax included)
Contents:
・ 1x Attaché Case
・ 30 The Glory of Rocket Gang Booster Packs (5 cards are randomly included in each pack)
Release date: Friday, April 18th, 2025
Availability: Pokémon Center Online only. ​​It may be available at Pokémon Centers at a later date. It will be sold by lottery at the Pokémon Center Online. Details such as the lottery period will be announced at a later date on the Pokémon Center Online.
* Phone number authentication is required to apply for the lottery, so please check here and register in advance.

Source: https://www.pokemon-card.com/info/004901.html

The Arc Suit Sync Pairs Playmat (アルコス覚醒者たち) will be on display at the POKÉMON CARD LOUNGE on the 5th floor of SHIBUYA TSUTAYA from March 15th, 2025 to March 28th, 2025! There will also be a N and Zoroark standup photo spot panel in the PRIVATE ROOM! There is also "draws" being held in the United States for 250 people to win one of the TCG playmats while 5000 will be available in a lottery in Japan. Details on the Playmat Sweepstakes Part 1 Stylish Lillie Playmat are available here.

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Special Collaboration! Playmat Sweepstakes Part 2

The Special Collaboration! Playmat Sweepstakes Part 2 takes place from March 13th, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. PDT to March 28th, 2025 at 7:59 a.m. PDT. Japan will be giving out 5000 mats while the United States will be giving out 250 to lucky winners.

Sources: https://www.pokemon.jp/special/trainers_festival/20250314/ and https://x.com/pokemas_game/status/1900441766702309643

The Pokémon Company has announced that Ace Trainer Rewards, their new Championship Points rewards program to provide additional incentives to battle throughout the competitive season!

2025 Pokémon Championship Series Update: Ace Trainer Rewards

Learn more about this new program that rewards players for earning Championship Points. Last June, several changes to the 2025 Pokémon Championship Series were announced, including an update to how players qualify for the Pokémon World Championships via Championship Points (CP). This new qualification system changed how Trainers qualified per rating zone, and a new Championship Points season rewards program was teased to provide Trainers of all experience levels something to battle for. Today, that new program is being unveiled, complete with details for the 2025 season: Ace Trainer Rewards.

The Ace Trainer Rewards program celebrates Trainers who participate in tournaments in CP-earning regions and operates on a CP threshold, meaning there is no limit to the number of players who can earn rewards. For the 2025 season, these rewards include a Play! Pokémon-stamped Celebratory Fanfare, a Pokémon TCG promo card previously exclusive to Asia, and an exclusive deck box and card sleeves in Pokémon TCG Live.



Celebratory Fanfare has been awarded as a promo card to Trainers in Asia since 2021, often featuring unique artwork that celebrates the spirit of the season. Here’s a look at past prints of Celebratory Fanfare that were available exclusively in Asia. New artwork will be created to celebrate the 2025 season, and the newest version of Celebratory Fanfare will be distributed to Trainers outside of Asia for the first time!

Pokémon TCG, Pokémon VGC, and Pokémon GO players can earn Ace Trainer status by earning 200 CP, and a set number of Pokémon UNITE teams (players will receive rewards individually) from each Regional Zone will earn Ace Trainer status based on their CP leaderboard standings at the end of the season. To learn more about the eligibility requirements, program requirements, and rewards distribution for the Ace Trainer Rewards program, visit the official hub page here.

Due to logistical constraints, Trainers in Latin America are currently ineligible for the Ace Trainer Rewards program. We are committed to supporting our global Play! Pokémon community and hope to continue evolving the program for competitors all over the world, so stay tuned for more updates in future seasons.

Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/2025-pokemon-championship-series-update-ace-trainer-rewards

The Pokémon Company has announced that the Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet Journey Together Build & Battle Box will be available starting on March 15th, 2025.

Get the Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet Journey Together Build & Battle Box Early

Enjoy quick games and powerful promo cards with the Scarlet & Violet—Journey Together Build & Battle Box. The latest Pokémon Trading Card Game expansion, Scarlet & Violet— Journey Together, arrives March 28, 2025, but you can visit your local game store to play with it early! Starting March 15, 2025, select retailers will begin selling the Scarlet & Violet—Journey Together Build & Battle Box, giving fans a chance to have a Prerelease battle and experience the latest expansion before its official release date. To find a Prerelease event near you, be sure to use the event locator.

The Prerelease format allows players to compete using a 40-card deck with four Prize cards set aside at the start of play, as opposed to a 60-card deck with six Prize cards. This format is perfect for introducing new players to the exciting world of the Pokémon TCG with quick, fun games, and it also gives seasoned players a window into all that Scarlet & Violet—Journey Together has to offer. Due to the limited card pool and the variance of cards that can be acquired in a Build & Battle Box, Prerelease events are also a great opportunity to flex your creative deck-building muscles.

Each Build & Battle Box includes four Scarlet & Violet—Journey Together booster packs and a 40-card ready-to-play deck featuring key cards from current and prior sets as well as one of four unique foil promo cards. Depending on which promo card you get, you could be playing with the fiery N’s Darmanitan, the electric Iono’s Kilowattrel, the inviting Lillie’s Ribombee, or the helpful Hop’s Snorlax. Whichever promo card you end up with will certainly shape your Prerelease strategy!

N’s Darmanitan

N’s Darmanitan is the perfect combination of Darmanitan’s explosive power and N’s calculated genius. Its Back Draft attack can do a ton of damage for just Colorless Colorless, punishing opponents who discard too many Energy cards, while Flamebody Cannon can take two Knock Outs at once in the right situation for Fire Fire Colorless. With “gusting” effects being a premium in Prerelease formats, Flamebody Cannon doing 90 damage to both the Active Pokémon and a Benched Pokémon is likely to make a huge impact in your matches.

Iono’s Kilowattrel

Draw support is always extremely powerful in Prerelease formats due to the smaller deck size and lack of Supporter cards, so Iono’s Kilowattrel is likely to galvanize your deck like no other. If Iono’s Kilowattrel is your Prerelease promo, your deck is likely to have plenty of Lightning Energy to feed its Ability as well as the attacks of other Iono’s Pokémon. Make sure to keep that count just right—you’ll need to attach Energy for the turn and discard it to use Iono’s Kilowattrel’s Ability, but you still need room for the rest of your deck!

Lillie’s Ribombee

Lillie’s Ribombee might be inviting, but behind its unassuming wink is an Ability that will leave your opponent’s plans jammed. When Lillie’s Ribombee evolves, you may have your opponent reveal their hand and put any number of Basic Pokémon found there onto their Bench. This can be a disruptive tactic, forcing certain Pokémon your opponent doesn’t want in play onto the Bench, but it can also be an informative one—you can make distinct decisions that take advantage of the knowledge that you gained from looking at your opponent’s hand.

Hop’s Snorlax

Oh yeah, Hop’s Snorlax has had a few extra helpings, and it’s ready to help lead you to victory. Its Extra Helpings Ability doesn’t stack—meaning that if you have two Hop’s Snorlax in play, your Hop’s Pokémon won’t do 60 extra damage—but 30 bonus damage is more than enough. On its own, Hop’s Snorlax can do 170 damage for just three Energy, enough to Knock Out most non-ex Pokémon in the format. Teamwork is what makes the dream work, though, and you’ll want to include as many other Hop’s Pokémon as you can to take advantage of its Ability.

There are variations among Build & Battle Boxes, so you can add your own creative twist when building your deck. Whether you’re heading to a local game store or just playing with a friend, you’re in for some quick and fun battles with cards from the new Scarlet & Violet—Journey Together expansion! If you’re not able to make it to a Prerelease event, these Build & Battle Boxes will be available for purchase when the expansion officially launches.

Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/get-the-pokemon-tcg-scarlet-violet-journey-together-build-battle-box-early

The Pokémon Company International announced preliminary details for Pokémon Day 2025. A Pokémon Presents Video Presentation will be streamed on February 27th, 2025 at 6 a.m. PST / 9 a.m. EST. Images from the press release have been added to an Imageboard thread.

YouTube Clip - Pokémon Presents | 2.27.2025

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W7FTkUFU7nw

YouTube Clip - Pokémon Presents | 2.27.2025 (Japanese)

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2I7SES3ijz4

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Press Release - POKÉMON EXPANDS ENTERTAINMENT OFFERINGS WITH NEW WAYS TO PLAY IN THE POKÉMON LEGENDS: Z-A VIDEO GAME AND THE REVEAL OF POKÉMON CHAMPIONS

Pokémon Day Celebrates 29 Years of Global Fandom by Increasing Latin American Spanish Support for Upcoming Product Launches, Including the Pokémon Trading Card Game

Additional Franchise Updates Announced During Pokémon Presents Video Presentation, Including Mega Evolution Pokémon ex for the Pokémon Trading Card Game, New Triumphant Light Themed Booster Pack for Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket, and More

Bellevue, Wash. — Feb. 27, 2025 — Today, The Pokémon Company group hosted a special Pokémon Presents video presentation, streamed online to fans around the world on Pokémon Day, the annual fan-focused holiday celebrating the launch of the original Pokémon video games on Feb. 27, 1996. Highlights include a new look at the Pokémon Legends: Z-A video game, the reveal of Pokémon Champions, a first look at the latest Pokémon TCG news, teasers for new episodes of Pokémon Concierge, and more.

“Pokémon continues to capture the imaginations of longtime fans and new, and Pokémon Day reveals for 2025 and beyond are our way of celebrating with them by continuing to deliver the joy of Pokémon to Trainers around the world,” said Kenji Okubo, president of The Pokémon Company International. “In addition to the reveal of Pokémon Champions and new introductions to the popular Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket app, we’re looking forward to a ‘Mega’ year as we prepare for the launch of the Pokémon Legends: Z-A video game featuring the mechanic, as well as the introduction of Mega Evolution Pokémon ex to the best-selling Pokémon TCG. To extend the global celebration, we’re especially looking forward to offering the Pokémon TCG in Latin American Spanish for the first time, as well as Pokémon Legends: Z-A and Pokémon Champions. We wish a happy Pokémon Day to all!”

Highlights and details from the special Pokémon Day Pokémon Presents follow.

Pokémon Champions

Developed by The Pokémon Works in collaboration with GAME FREAK, the developer of the Pokémon video games, Pokémon Champions continues the tradition of Trainers pitting their skills against those of others from around the world, with the aim of allowing core game-style battles to be enjoyed by more players than ever before.[1]

Pokémon Champions will also be compatible with Pokémon HOME, the cloud service for Nintendo Switch and mobile devices, allowing Trainers to team up with Pokémon brought over from previous Pokémon games in addition to those they partner with in Pokémon Champions.[2]


Pokémon Champions will be available on the Nintendo Switch family of systems, as well as on mobile devices. For more details on Pokémon Champions, please stay tuned for future announcements.

Pokémon Legends: Z-A

Scheduled for release in late 2025, and first revealed on Pokémon Day 2024, the Pokémon Legends: Z-A game is set in Lumiose City, where an urban redevelopment plan is underway to shape the city into a place that belongs to both people and Pokémon. After arriving in Lumiose City, players will befriend a Pokémon that will become their first partner Pokémon: Chikorita, Tepig, or Totodile.

Explore Wild Zones and Make Pokémon Your Allies

Players can catch wild Pokémon living in wild zones or out and about in Lumiose City by aiming a Poké Ball at them and letting it fly. Some Pokémon will flee immediately if they spot the player, meaning players should hide out of sight or approach from behind to make themselves harder to notice. Players can also battle Pokémon to lower their HP, making them easier to catch.

A Pokémon Series First: Trainers and Pokémon Taking Real-Time Actions During Battle

In previous Pokémon video game series titles, Pokémon’s actions were turn-based. In Pokémon Legends: Z-A, Trainers and their Pokémon will move around in real time during battles, and Pokémon will unleash their moves when their Trainers command them to. New gameplay mechanics include precise timing for swapping out Pokémon or using moves, the different lengths of time moves will take to launch, and the total area the moves will impact.

People and Pokémon You Can Encounter in Lumiose City

While visiting Lumiose City, players will stay in an old hotel named Hotel Z and encounter the hotel’s owner, AZ—plus his partner Pokémon, Eternal Flower Floette, an unusual Floette that holds a black flower. This hotel will serve as players’ base of operations as they experience all sorts of adventures in Lumiose City alongside new and exciting characters, such as Urbain or Taunie—a new friend players will make throughout their adventures. The appearance players choose at the beginning of the game will determine which of the two they’ll meet.

Mega Evolution

In Lumiose City, Trainers will sometimes be able to see Pokémon undergo Mega Evolution—a kind of Evolution that transcends standard Evolution. Effectively using Mega Evolution will likely be key to victory in Pokémon battles.

For more information, please visit the official Pokémon Legends: Z-A website.

Pokémon Legends: Z-A, Pokémon Champions, and Pokémon TCG Expand Playable Languages to Include Latin American Spanish

Pokémon Legends: Z-A and Pokémon Champions will be playable in Latin American Spanish at launch, marking a new milestone in localization for the region. With the addition of Latin American Spanish, the Pokémon series will soon support 10 playable languages. The globally popular Pokémon TCG will also soon expand language support to include Latin American Spanish with the launch of the next expansion, Scarlet & Violet—Journey Together, ensuring that millions of fans can enjoy Pokémon in their regional language and connect with the global Pokémon community like never before.

Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket Celebrates 100 Million Downloads with Reveal of New Triumphant Light Themed Booster Pack

A new themed booster pack for the popular Pokémon TCG Pocket app, titled Triumphant Light, will be playable around the world beginning Feb. 28, 2025. The announcement comes as the app celebrates over 100 million downloads on iOS and Android devices since its global launch late last year.


To celebrate Pokémon Day, from Feb. 27, 2025, at 6:00 a.m. PST to April 29, 2025, at 10:59 p.m. PDT, players can log in to receive special booster packs at no cost that are guaranteed to include at least one card of ♦♦♦♦ rarity or higher. Furthermore, special missions will be available from Feb. 27, 2025, at 10:00 p.m. PST to March 26, 2025, at 10:59 p.m. PDT. For more information, please check the in-game news during the event periods.


In addition, Ranked Matches will be coming to Pokémon TCG Pocket starting March 2025. Additional details will be shared at a later date.

Mega Evolution Series Coming to the Pokémon TCG in 2025

In 2025, fans can look forward to the new Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution Series of expansions, marking a new era for the globally popular trading card game with the return of Mega Evolution Pokémon ex, including Mega Lucario ex and Mega Gardevoir ex. Mega Evolution Pokémon ex have increased HP and attack damage compared to regular Pokémon ex, but they give up three Prize cards when Knocked Out.

More details on the Mega Evolution Series will be shared in the future. In the meantime, fans can find out more at Pokemon.com/TCG.

New Episodes of Pokémon Concierge Coming September 2025

New episodes of the popular stop-motion animated series Pokémon Concierge are scheduled for release in September 2025 exclusively on Netflix. A teaser visual and test footage are now available, showcasing Pokémon that will appear in Pokémon Concierge for the first time.

Until March 9, 2025, Trainers can also now watch the first four episodes of Pokémon Concierge on Pokémon’s official YouTube channel.

New experiences and updates were also announced for various games and apps, including the Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet video games, Pokémon GO, Pokémon Sleep, Pokémon UNITE, Pokémon Masters EX, and Pokémon Café ReMix.

Source: https://press.pokemon.com/en/releases/POKEMON-EXPANDS-ENTERTAINMENT-OFFERINGS-WITH-NEW-WAYS-TO-PLAY-IN-THE-P

Best Buy Pokémon Day Event - Saturday, February 22nd, 2025

Pokémon Day is February 27th, 2025, but you can celebrate early at select Best Buy stores on February 22nd, 2025 with hands-on gameplay of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, Pokémon TCG Trade and Play events, and free giveaways (while supplies last).

Pokémon Day Event - Saturday, February 22nd, 2025 - Noon–4 p.m.
Celebrate Pokémon Day early at participating Best Buy stores. Play video games, trade cards, and pick up free Pokémon giveaways such as stickers, lanyards, Trading Card Game fun-packs, activity sheets and more.

Sources: https://x.com/NintendoAmerica/status/1892695731854524689 and https://www.bestbuy.com/site/video-games/video-game-releases-events/pcmcat308100050002.c

Toys R Us Canada - Pokémon FREEBIE! / Pokémon Trade + Play Day

Toys R Us Canada is also holding 2 events for Pokémon Day 2025.

Pokémon FREEBIE! - Friday, February 21st, 2025 - Drop by your local store to get a FREE pack of three 2025 Pokémon Day promo cards!
*One per customer, while supplies last.

Pokémon Trade + Play Day - Saturday, February 22nd, 2025 11am - Receive a free trading kit when you bring your kids and their friends to learn about the Pokémon Trading Card Game!

Source: https://www.toysrus.ca/en/revents.html

Celebrate Pokémon Day at Nintendo New York!

Join us on February 27th, 2025 as we celebrate with the following activities:

• Pokémon Presents screening at 9am ET
• Fan art gallery
• Pikachu and Eevee character appearances (4pm-7pm)
• Pokémon Battle Lab (4pm-7pm)
• Giveaways (while supplies last)

Entry will be on a first come, first served basis.

Source: https://x.com/NintendoNYC/status/1892681484785402317

The Pokémon Company International Unveils 2025 Pokémon Day Plans, Including Pokémon Presents Video Presentation

Additional Anniversary Celebrations to Spotlight Fan-Favorite Pokémon Eevee and its Evolutions

Bellevue, Wash. — Feb. 20, 2025 — Ahead of this year’s Pokémon Day on Feb. 27, 2025, The Pokémon Company International today announced a variety of fan-centric offerings that give Trainers around the world new ways to engage with the Pokémon brand. Pokémon Day is an annual holiday that commemorates the release of the original Pokémon video games, Pokémon Red and Pokémon Green, in Japan. Since then, Pokémon has continued to be one of the most successful and influential entertainment franchises in the world, supported by a passionate and dedicated community.

With the impact the Pokémon brand has had on pop culture and entertainment, the National Day Calendar — the original and authoritative source for fun and unique National Days in the U.S. — has established Feb. 27 as annual National Pokémon Day. This recognition and elevation of Pokémon Day is a testament to the enduring impact that Pokémon has had on Trainers of all ages, backgrounds and interests for 29 years.

To celebrate the holiday, The Pokémon Company group is inviting Trainers around the world to tune in to a Pokémon Presents video presentation on Pokémon Day for exciting updates and announcements across the Pokémon franchise. The video presentation will be streamed at 6 a.m. PST on Feb. 27, 2025, on the official Pokémon YouTube and Twitch channels.

Outside of Pokémon Presents, Trainers can celebrate their fandom with a variety of Pokémon Day-related offerings throughout February 2025, including experiences and merchandise featuring the fan-favorite Pokémon Eevee and its Evolutions, local Play! Pokémon events that allow the community to come together and more. Trainers can join the conversation online with #PokemonDay and keep up with the latest news on the official Pokémon social media channels.

Year of Eevee at Pokémon Center

Pokémon Center, the premier online destination for official Pokémon merchandise, will spotlight Eevee and its adorable Evolutions with new product releases throughout the year, including the recently launched Evolving Personalities figure line. Fans can collect hand-painted figures featuring Vaporeon, Jolteon and Flareon, available now, with new figures releasing in groups of three throughout 2025. In addition, Pokémon Center will launch various bundles containing Eevee-centric items, a new kitchenware line featuring Eevee, as well as exciting Eevee plush throughout the year. For more information, visit Pokémon Center.

Flying–Tera Type Eevee Distribution for the Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet Video Games

Fans who visit GameStop and Best Buy today through Feb. 27 can receive a distribution code to get a Flying–Tera Type Eevee in their Pokémon Scarlet or Pokémon Violet video game, while supplies last. For more information, please visit Pokemon.com/Eevee.

Pokémon GO PokéStops Highlighting Eevee, Glaceon and Leafeon

Available now through Feb. 27, 2025, Pokémon GO will place PokéStops at participating retailers with Lure Modules active to make more Pokémon appear. Plus, during the week of Feb. 24, Glacial and Mossy Lure Modules will be added, giving fans the opportunity to evolve Eevee into Glaceon and Leafeon within the game. Participating retailers include Target, GameStop and Best Buy.

Pokémon Day Celebrations at Pokémon League Locations

On Pokémon Day, participating Pokémon League locations will host noncompetitive Play! Pokémon events, offering fans of all ages and skill levels the opportunity to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG), Pokémon video games and Pokémon GO with others in their local community. These events will also facilitate learn-to-play events for Trainers who are just getting started.

Participants will have an opportunity to receive a Pokémon Day 2025 League Celebration promo card featuring Sylveon, while supplies last. Giveaways will also include demo decks highlighting Pikachu ex and Charizard ex, various Pokémon TCG accessories, and promo cards showcasing winning artwork from the Pokémon TCG Illustration Contest 2024.

The Pokémon TCG Illustration Contest 2024 promo cards will also be available as a gift with purchase from participating retailers, including Pokémon Center, starting Feb. 21, 2025, while supplies last. Fans can check with participating retailers for additional offer details.

Overtime Elite Semifinal Game Featuring Pokémon Appearances and Arena Takeover

The Pokémon Company International recently announced a partnership with popular sports media brand Overtime, including a Pokémon takeover of the Overtime Elite Arena in Atlanta during the playoffs beginning on Feb. 18, with each of the eight teams sporting a custom team jersey showcasing fan-favorite Pokémon.

Overtime Elite will celebrate Pokémon Day with a semifinal game that will be broadcast on Feb. 27, 2025, exclusively on Prime Video. Trainers won’t want to miss the action, as Pikachu and Gengar will make appearances at halftime. Additionally, the collaboration will bring an apparel and merchandise collection launching on Pokémon Day exclusively at https://shop.overtime.tv/

Pokémon Animated Content

Fans looking to watch Pokémon animation as part of their Pokémon Day festivities can catch up on Liko and Roy’s latest adventures in Part 1 of “Pokémon Horizons: Season 2—The Search for Laqua,” available now in the U.S. exclusively on Netflix. In addition, the first season of “Pokémon Horizons: The Series” will be coming to Netflix in additional markets, including Canada and Australia, on Pokémon Day.


Separately, current episodes of the globally popular stop-motion animation series “Pokémon Concierge” will be newly available to watch on the official Pokémon YouTube channel for a limited time beginning Feb. 21, 2025, through March 9, 2025. With more episodes being produced in collaboration with Netflix and dwarf studios, “Pokémon Concierge” follows the story of Pokémon Resort concierge Haru, the Psyduck she works with and the many Pokémon and Trainers who visit as guests.

Source: https://press.pokemon.com/en/releases/The-Pokemon-Company-International-Unveils-2025-Pokemon-Day-Plans-Inclu