Participating GameStop stores will open at midnight ahead of the May 22 worldwide release, which includes booster packs, ETBs and collections; TCG Live access begins May 21.
Five additional cards are previewed, including Metang and a YASHIRO Nanaco-illustrated Xerneas whose Geo Storm deals 30 damage per Psychic Energy attached across your team.
Fourteen National Trust sites in England and Wales will host 10-stop Mega Evolution trails from May 23, with a County Down location joining June 13; admission is included with standard entry.
Pitch Black launches worldwide July 17 with six Mega Evolution Pokémon ex and six special illustration rares; prerelease events begin July 4, followed by TCG Live access July 16.
The Pokémon Company says harassment has included threats, defamation and business obstruction, warning offenders may be removed from venues or have their accounts suspended.
The Switch and Switch 2 release includes a Starter Pack bundle, with mobile coming later in 2026; VGC adopts the game in April, ahead of Indianapolis Regionals on May 29–31.
The Class 28 filing covers games and toys, including the TCG, while Hadou Seeker (ハドウシーカー) roughly translates to “Aura Seeker.” No set has been officially confirmed.
TPCi confirmed an October 2026 celebratory expansion with the first coordinated global Pokémon TCG launch, while Mew and Mewtwo appeared in its teaser.