The Pokémon Company International announced on September 8th, 2025 that the Pokémon Trading Card Game: Mega Evolution Discovery Experience would take place in Los Angeles, California on September 26th to 28th, 2025. Images from the press release have been added to an Imageboard thread.

Immersive Pokémon Trading Card Game: Mega Evolution Discovery Experience Coming to Los Angeles Sept. 26-28

The Pokémon Company International Invites Trainers to Discover Might of Mega Evolution Pokémon as Seen in Upcoming Mega Evolution Series of the Bestselling Pokémon TCG

Bellevue, Wash. — Sept. 8, 2025 — Today, The Pokémon Company International revealed plans for an upcoming three-day interactive experience in Los Angeles called the Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution Discovery, which will offer Trainers a chance to discover the might of Mega Evolution Pokémon as featured in the new highly anticipated Mega Evolution Series — with its debut, Mega Evolution expansion, launching beginning Sept. 26, 2025 — for the bestselling Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG).

Taking place Sept. 26-28, 2025, at Magic Box LA, located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles, Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution Discovery will immerse fans in a larger-than-life journey where they can explore a variety of Mega Evolution Pokémon, brought to life as oversize Pokémon TCG cards in settings inspired by each Pokémon.[1] Trainers can explore a glowing forest and marvel at Mega Lucario’s power, venture through fiery volcanoes where they can discover Mega Camerupt, survey the snowy mountains where Mega Abomasnow resides and more.

As part of this unique experience, Trainers will also encounter a variety of photo ops and get a glimpse at what’s in store for the next Pokémon TCG expansion, Mega Evolution—Phantasmal Flames.[2] In addition, event attendees will have the opportunity to receive Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution Fun Packs as free giveaways, on a first-come-first-served basis, while supplies last.


“From collecting to competitive play, passion for the Pokémon TCG has never been stronger, and the highly anticipated launch of the Mega Evolution Series marks a thrilling new chapter for the Pokémon TCG which continues to capture fans’ imaginations around the world,” said Barry Sams, vice president of game development and community engagement at The Pokémon Company International. “It’s a true delight to provide fans with a special interactive experience that brings the Pokémon TCG to life in engaging new ways with this unique exhibit as we celebrate the next exciting chapter in the Pokémon TCG’s legacy. We look forward to continuing Pokémon’s ‘Mega’ celebrations this year with fans in Los Angeles, as we welcome the return of Mega Evolution Pokémon to the Pokémon TCG.”

Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution Discovery will be open to registered attendees from Sept. 26-28, 2025, between 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. PDT each day. Trainers can register for timed-entry tickets now at MegaEvolutionDiscovery.eventbrite.com. Registration will be required to access the experience. Tickets are available at no cost, on a first-come-first-served basis, while supplies last, with a limit of six tickets per order.[3]

[1] This event is not affiliated with L.A. Comic Con.
[2] Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution Discovery is designed as an immersive experience and Pokémon TCG products will not be available for purchase at the event.
[3] Tickets may not be sold or transferred for commercial purposes.

Source: https://press.pokemon.com/en/releases/Immersive-Pokemon-Trading-Card-Game-Mega-Evolution-Discovery-Experienc

The Pokémon TCG: Team Rocket Tin were available at the Pokémon Center and where Pokémon TCG products are sold on September 5th, 2025 for $26.99 USD each.

Pokémon TCG: Team Rocket Tins

Bring your ambitious plans to fruition by joining forces with some of Team Rocket’s toughest Pokémon! With this tin, choose the strategic mind of Team Rocket’s Mewtwo ex, the potent toxins of Team Rocket’s Nidoking ex, or the prideful power of Team Rocket’s Persian ex as a foil promo card, then discover more Pokémon and Trainer cards inside a handful of booster packs.

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The Pokémon TCG: Team Rocket Tin includes:

• 1 foil promo card featuring Team Rocket’s Mewtwo ex, Team Rocket’s Nidoking ex, or Team Rocket’s Persian ex
• 5 Pokémon TCG booster packs
• A code card for Pokémon TCG Live

Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-tcg/product-gallery/pokemon-tcg-team-rocket-tin

Amazon has revealed the 2025 Amazon Holiday Exclusive Pokémon TCG: Blaziken ex & Volcanion ex Premium Collection box which will be released on September 5th, 2025 for $69.99 USD.


Exclusive to Amazon. The Pokémon TCG: Blaziken ex & Volcanion ex Premium Collection is a great gift idea for any Pokémon collector out there. The Pokémon TCG: Blaziken ex & Volcanion ex Premium Collection will contain two promo cards featuring Blaziken ex and Volcanion ex. This also comes with 1 oversize promo card of Blaziken ex and 10 Pokémon TCG booster packs. You will also get a code card for Pokémon TCG Live.

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Power Up Your Collection with Pokémon ex! With strong attacks and big HP, Pokémon ex aim to blow through the opposition in battle. In this collection, you get foil promo cards of Blaziken ex and Volcanion ex, plus an oversize foil version of Blaziken ex for display. Then, discover even more awesome Pokémon inside a big stack of 10 booster packs.

• 10x Booster Packs
• 2x Promo Cards
• Oversize Card
• Code Card

Source: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F2H1G8JL/

The Pokémon Company International announced the Pokémon Trading Card Game Mega Evolution Phantasmal Flames expansion set of September 3rd, 2025. It was available at participating retailers worldwide beginning on November 14th, 2025. High resolution images from the press release have been added to an Imageboard thread.

The Pokémon Trading Card Game Heats Up with New Mega Evolution—Phantasmal Flames Expansion Coming Soon

Sept. 3, 2025 — Today, The Pokémon Company International announced that the latest expansion in the best-selling Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG), Mega Evolution—Phantasmal Flames, will launch beginning Nov. 14, 2025, at participating retailers in the U.S., Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.


Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution—Phantasmal Flames will introduce more mighty Mega Evolution Pokémon to the Pokémon TCG, with a focus on Fire-type and Darkness-type Pokémon. Players can look forward to discovering and collecting cards featuring Mega Charizard X and Mega Gengar as well as new Pokémon ex cards, which will make their first appearance in the Mega Evolution Series.

In addition, players can continue to discover the recently introduced and distinctive art style of ultra rare Mega Evolution Pokémon ex, which may feature a silhouette of the regular version of that Pokémon in the background of the artwork.


Noteworthy cards from the expansion include:

• Six Mega Evolution Pokémon ex
• Four Pokémon ex
• 13 illustration rare Pokémon
• 17 ultra rare Mega Evolution Pokémon ex, Trainer and Energy cards
• Five special illustration rare Mega Evolution Pokémon ex and Supporter cards

Players can find Mega Evolution—Phantasmal Flames in booster packs, Elite Trainer Boxes and various collections at participating retailers in the U.S., Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

Pokémon TCG players will have the opportunity to play with Mega Evolution—Phantasmal Flames before launch by attending one of the many Prerelease tournaments held as part of the Play! Pokémon program, taking place beginning Nov. 1, 2025 at participating independent retailers.

Ahead of the release of the tabletop version, players will be able to play with Mega Evolution— Phantasmal Flames digitally starting Nov. 13, 2025 via the Pokémon TCG Live app for iOS, Android, macOS and Windows devices. Players can collect and battle with new Mega Evolution Pokémon ex cards and receive in-game bonuses when logging in to the app.

Source: https://press.pokemon.com/en-CA/releases/MEDIA-ALERT-The-Pokemon-Trading-Card-Game-Heats-Up-with-New-Mega-Evolu

The Pokémon TCG: Mega Latias ex Box will be available on October 10th, 2025, in the Pokémon Center and where Pokémon TCG products are sold.

Pokémon TCG: Mega Latias ex Box

Mega Evolution takes the power of the Legendary Pokémon Latias past its limit! With awesome speed, it surges through the sky with draconic might. Now you can team up with Mega Latias ex as a playable foil promo card, plus an oversize lenticular card with amazing artwork. You also get four booster packs with even more Pokémon inside!

The Pokémon TCG: Mega Latias ex Box includes:

• 1 foil promo card featuring Mega Latias ex
• 1 oversize lenticular promo card featuring Mega Latias ex
• 4 Pokémon TCG booster packs

Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-tcg/product-gallery/pokemon-tcg-mega-latias-ex-box

The Pokémon TCG: Holiday Calendar was available at the Pokémon Center and where Pokémon TCG products are sold on August 22nd, 2025.

Pokémon TCG: Holiday Calendar 2025

Celebrate the happiest season of them all with 25 days of surprises in the Pokémon Trading Card Game: Holiday Calendar! From special foil cards to booster packs and more, there’s a different Pokémon goodie to open every day. Whether you’re treating yourself or embracing the season of giving, every day’s a delight with this holiday calendar.

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The Pokémon TCG: Holiday Calendar includes 25 surprises to discover:

• 8 foil Pokémon TCG cards with a festive stamp
• 6 Pokémon TCG booster packs
• 7 Pokémon TCG 3-card fun packs
• 2 Pokémon coins
• 2 Pokémon sticker sheets
• Plus, find a code card for Pokémon TCG Live!

Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-tcg/product-gallery/holiday-calendar-2025

The closing ceremonies for the 2025 Pokémon World Championships took place on August 17th, 2025 and many new announcements were made. Pictures from the press release have been added to an Imageboard thread.

Press Release - 2025 Pokémon World Championships

Pokémon World Champions Crowned at the 2025 Pokémon World Championships Premier Pokémon Event of the Year Unveils PokémonXP Fan Event Alongside New Looks at Pokémon Legends: Z-A, Pokémon Champions, the Pokémon Trading Card Game and More

BELLEVUE, Wash. – Aug. 17, 2025 – After an electrifying weekend in Anaheim, Calif., the 2025 Pokémon World Champions have been crowned across the Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet video games, the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG), Pokémon GO and Pokémon UNITE, while those who watched the closing ceremonies were treated to exciting announcements across the Pokémon brand.

New Fan Experience, PokémonXP, Coming to the 2026 Pokémon World Championships in the Heart of San Francisco

On Aug. 28, 2026, the Pokémon World Championships will level up with the addition of an all-new fan experience: PokémonXP. This event will take place alongside the 2026 Pokémon World Championships competitions at the Moscone Center in the heart of San Francisco, welcoming Trainers from across the world to celebrate their fandom with a variety of unique offerings and engaging activities, with something for every fan.

In addition, for the first time on Championship Sunday of the 2026 Pokémon World Championships, competitors will battle it out on an epic stage — the Chase Center — as fans pack the arena to find out who will triumph and earn the title of Pokémon World Champions. Multi-day passes will be available for advance purchase on Sept. 17, 2025.

Z-A Battle Club Details and More Revealed for Pokémon Legends: Z-A

Trainers will be able to jump into the Z-A Battle Club in the Pokémon Legends: Z-A game in the newly revealed Link and Ranked Battles. In the Z-A Battle Club (Link Battles), up to four players will race to defeat as many Pokémon as possible within the time limit to take the top spot. In Ranked Battles, up to four Trainers can compete online[1] from around the world to earn points. When players earn enough points, they will rise in rank. Trainers will start off at Rank Z and can be promoted all the way up to the ultimate Rank A.​

Players can earn in-game rewards when a battle ends or when their rank increases, with additional rewards granted based on their final rank when the season ends after a set time period. Since rewards vary by season, active participation is necessary to climb the ranks and earn rewards. Players will also be able to enjoy Private Battles with their friends using local communication[2] or with those farther away online.


Pokémon Legends: Z-A will be available on Oct. 16, 2025, on the Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch systems. A Nintendo Switch 2 + Pokémon Legends: Z-A – ​Nintendo Switch 2 Edition bundle will also be available.

Pokémon Champions Takes the Stage for VGC at the 2026 Pokémon World Championships in San Francisco—Mega Evolution and Mega Dragonite Will Be Available at Launch

Next year, Pokémon Trainers from around the world will battle it out when the Pokémon Video Game Championships make the shift to Pokémon Champions at the 2026 Pokémon World Championships in San Franscisco.

When Pokémon Champions launches in 2026, Trainers will compete in Ranked Battles where Pokémon will be able to undergo Mega Evolution and become Mega-Evolved Pokémon—such as the newly discovered Mega Dragonite introduced in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.

Pokémon Champions is a free-to-start game coming to Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, and mobile devices in 2026. More details on a paid digital version of Pokémon Champions on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch systems will be shared in the future.

Eternatus Joins Pokémon GO Alongside New Max Battles

This weekend, Pokémon GO players in Anaheim were treated to the surprise debut of the Poison- and Dragon-type Eternatus, along with the introduction of Max Battles featuring this Legendary Pokémon. Both will make their global debut with GO Pass: Max Finale, launching later this month during the Dark Skies event.

New Mega Evolution Cards Revealed Alongside New Mega Attack Rarity for the Pokémon TCG

The Pokémon Trading Card Game pulled back the curtain on Mega attack rare, an all-new card rarity that features attack names in katakana, reminiscent of the original Mega Evolution Pokémon-EX cards from the XY Series. Mega attack rare cards coming to the Pokémon TCG include Mega Charizard X ex, Mega Gardevoir ex, and Mega Lucario ex.

Trainers also received a first look at Mega Dragonite, as seen in the upcoming Pokémon Legends: Z-A video game, which will be coming to the Pokémon TCG as a new Pokémon ex.

Mega Evolution Pokémon Coming to Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket

Coming in fall 2025, Mega Evolution Pokémon ex cards, including Mega Gyarados ex, Mega Blaziken ex, and Mega Altaria ex will be debuting in Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket.

Empoleon, Dhelmise and Vaporeon Join the Fray in Pokémon UNITE

Fans were given a first look at newcomers Empoleon, Dhelmise and Vaporeon, which will join the growing pool of playable Pokémon in Pokémon UNITE. Empoleon will be joining the roster on Sept. 19, 2025, with Dhelmise and Vaporeon coming soon.

2025 Pokémon World Champions

The weekend saw a fiery slate of intense matchups across the competition, and when the dust settled in Anaheim, Calif., the 2025 Pokémon World Champions were crowned.

Video Game Junior Division:
1st place: Luke Whittier [US]
2nd place: Sosuke Arinori [JP]

Video Game Senior Division:
1st place: Kevin Han [US]
2nd place: Sian Lee [KR]

Video Game Masters Division:
1st place: Giovanni Cischke [US]
2nd place: James Evans [US]

Trading Card Game Junior Division:
1st place: Yuya Okita [JP]
2nd place: Jose Cruz Galindo Resendiz [US]

Trading Card Game Senior Division:
1st place: Fuguan Liao [CN]
2nd place: Gabriel Fernandez [BR]

Trading Card Game Masters Division:
1st place: Riley McKay [CA]
2nd place: Justin Newdorf [US]

Pokémon GO:
1st place: “Beelzeboy” Bamb [IN]
2nd place: “P4T0M4N” Marín Torres [ES]

Pokémon UNITE:
1st place: PERÚ UNITE [Latin America – South]
2nd place: ZETA DIVISION [Japan]

Source: https://press.pokemon.com/en/releases/Pokemon-World-Champions-Crowned-at-the-2025-Pokemon-World-Championship

Patrons of the Pokémon Center can receive a free 2025 Pokémon World Championship celebratory Pikachu promo card from August 8th, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. PDT to September 30th, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. PDT using the codes worldscard25us in the United States, worldscard25ca in Canada and worldscard25uk in the United Kingdom.

Get This Special Worlds Celebratory Pikachu Promo Card with Any Purchases

Get one (1) 2025 Pokémon World Championship celebratory Pikachu promo card with any product shipped to a Canada/US/UK address from PokemonCenter.com. Enter code worldscard25ca(us)(uk) at checkout. While supplies last. Preorders and digital products are not eligible for gift offer. Offer starts on August 8, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. PDT and ends on September 30, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. PDT. Returns must include the free gift item to be eligible for a refund. Please note that final sale items, such as TCG items and video games, are non-returnable.

Celebrate Worlds at Home with a Pokémon Center Promo Card & Plush

The Pokémon World Championships is an opportunity to party wherever you may be.


The best Pokémon competitors in the world are gathering in Anaheim, California, from August 15–17 for the 2025 Pokémon World Championships. Fortunately, there are plenty of opportunities for fans elsewhere to take part in the festivities courtesy of the Pokémon Center’s Worlds at Home Celebration. Make the most of online promotions taking place the week of Worlds at the Pokémon Center, and pick up a Pokémon Trading Card Game celebratory promo card featuring Pikachu as a gift with purchase with the code “worldscard25us” at checkout.


Check out the Pokémon Center’s Sweetheart Diner plush coming soon to the Pokémon Center both online and at the 2025 Worlds Pokémon Center store. This adorable collection of plush is grill-anteed to put a smile on your face with its apron-clad Pikachu holding an enormous heart and a large heart-shaped burger. Lettuce celebrate competition, friendship, and Pokémon at home, both at the Anaheim Convention Center and anywhere else you happen to be.

Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/celebrate-worlds-at-home-with-a-pokemon-center-promo-card-plush

McDonald's Japan will being selling Pokémon Happy Sets at participating McDonald's restaurants nationwide for a limited time starting on August 8th, 2025 and ending on August 21st, 2025.


For the three days from August 9th, 2025 to to August 11th, 2025, an extra Pokémon TCG pack was included in Pokémon Happy Sets. 6 promo cards featuring the McDonald's logo were available at random in the packs. The Pikachu card was the only card that featured new artwork for this distribution.

The distribution of the Pokémon Happy Set weekend bonus Pokémon Cards ended at all stores on August 9th, 2025, the first day of the distribution. McDonalds Japan put up an apology message on the offical Happy Set site sincerely apologizing for not meeting customer expectations. They had set a limit of five Pokémon Happy Sets per customer but that wasn't enough to stop scalpers.

The notice also asked patrons to please refrain from purchasing Happy Sets for the purpose of resale or other commercial purposes and to refrain from ordering more than they could eat.

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2025.08.09
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8月9日(土)から8月11日(月・祝)の3日間限定で予定しておりましたハッピーセット®「ポケモン」をお買い求めのお客様へのポケモンカードの配布は、予想を上回る売れ行きのため、多くの店舗で終了となりましたことをご案内申し上げます。
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Week 1 - August 8th, 2025 to August 14th, 2025

Week 2 - August 15th, 2025 to August 21st, 2025

Sources: https://www.mcdonalds.co.jp/family/happyset/detail01/ and https://www.mcdonalds.co.jp/company/info/2025/0809b/

YouTube Clip - McDonald's Pokémon Happy Set

Original Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nnLOdbpFLJ4

YouTube Clip - McDonald's Pokémon Happy Set Commercial

Original Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_xGYjr1W44

The Pokémon TCG: Unova Victini Illustration Collection was available in the Pokémon Center and where Pokémon TCG products are sold on August 1st, 2025 for $21.99 USD.

Pokémon TCG: Unova Victini Illustration Collection

The Mythical Pokémon Victini is said to create infinite energy that it can share with its friends, and now you can team up with it in your own Pokémon TCG decks! In this collection, you get an illustration rare-style foil promo card and a premium parallel foil card featuring Victini, along with an oversize card for display. You’ll find even more Pokémon from the Unova region inside the included booster packs from the special Scarlet & Violet—Black Bolt and Scarlet & Violet—White Flare expansions.

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The Pokémon TCG: Unova Victini Illustration Collection includes:

• 1 full-art foil promo card featuring Victini
• 1 premium parallel foil card featuring Victini
• 1 oversize illustration rare-style foil promo card featuring Victini
• 2 Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet—Black Bolt booster packs
• 2 Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet—White Flare booster packs
• A code card for Pokémon TCG Live

Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-tcg/product-gallery/unova-victini-illustration-collection