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Series 3 launches August 7, 2026 for $14.99, with three of nine Hoenn, Kalos, or Paldea illustration-style promos, two standard booster packs, and a sticker sheet.
The proposed system would authenticate Players Club accounts via a smartphone-read My Number Card, restricting select Pokémon Center Online lotteries and purchases to Japanese residents, potentially from August 2026.
The proposed system would authenticate Players Club accounts via a smartphone-read My Number Card, limiting select online lotteries and purchases to Japanese residents as early as August 2026.
Paradox Drive arrives May 27, introducing Ancient and Future cards led by Koraidon and Miraidon, followed by June events offering B Series promo packs and Wonder Pick promos.
Official recipes showcase Abyss Eye strategies built around Mega Darkrai ex, the new Cloak ability, and Mega Excadrill ex’s 330-damage Maximum Drill attack.
From August 2026, Pokémon Center Japan will require My Number ID verification for high-demand product lotteries, restricting overseas buyers and duplicate orders before the 30th anniversary release.
Starting in August 2026, Japan’s official Pokémon TCG store may require My Number Card verification for selected purchases, lotteries, events and tournaments to deter bots and scalpers.
Paradox Drive launches May 27 with Koraidon, Miraidon, and the app’s first Ancient and Future cards, followed by four in-game events through late June.
The digital expansion introduces Ancient and Future cards led by Koraidon and Miraidon, followed by four in-game events offering emblems, promo packs, and Wonder Pick promos through late June.
From August 2026, My Number card scans may verify Trainer Club accounts for Pokémon Center presale lotteries, selected product sales, and official tournament entry in Japan.
The digital expansion adds Ancient and Future cards led by Koraidon and Miraidon, followed by four events from late May through late June, including B Series promo packs vol. 9.
Paradox Drive arrives May 28 with Koraidon ex, Miraidon ex, and the digital game's first Ancient and Future cards, followed by four events running through late June.
From August 2026, Japan’s online purchase lotteries and tournaments may require Pokémon account verification by scanning a My Number Card chip; applications can take one to two months.
The proposed system could begin by August, using smartphone scans of Japan’s My Number Cards to verify Trainer Club accounts for lotteries, online sales and select events.
From August 2026, Japan may require smartphone-scanned My Number Cards for priority product lotteries, some Pokémon Center Online sales, and official event registration.
The proposed system could begin in August 2026, using smartphone scans of My Number Cards for product lotteries, selected Pokémon Center Online sales and official events in Japan.
From around August 2026, select Pokémon Center Online lotteries and purchases will require NFC verification of Japan’s My Number Card; exact products, events and start date remain unannounced.
The mobile game logged 2 billion-plus battles and 490 million-plus showcases in its first 365 days, while AppMagic estimates first-year revenue at $1.3 billion.
Pokémon TCG Pocket has reached 200 million downloads since October 2024, with estimated IAP revenue of $1.16 billion; Japan generated 45% and the US 24%.
The Pokémon Company thanked players after the iOS and Android digital card game crossed the milestone worldwide, signaling continued broad engagement.