Pokémon TCG Pocket
News, coverage and analysis tracking Pokémon TCG Pocket across the outlets.- Pokémon TCG Pocket Mega Shine Booster Pack Launches March 25The Pokémon Company announced that the Mega Shine themed booster pack for Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket will launch on March 25, 2026. The update includes several in-game events such as the Emblem Event, Community Week, Slowpoke Drop, and Wonder Pick, offering players chances to earn new emblems, items, and promo cards. Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket is available on iOS and Android devices.
- New Pokemon TCG Pocket-themed Booster Pack Mega Shine coming this monthThe Pokémon Company announced the upcoming release of the Mega Shine booster pack for Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket on March 25, 2026. This pack introduces Mega-Evolved Shiny Pokémon, including Mega Charizard X and Mega Gengar, with shimmering card effects. Several in-game events are scheduled for late March and April, offering players chances to obtain new emblems, items, and promo cards.
- New Pokémon TCG Chaos Rising Expansion Officially Announced After Leaks, Preorders Start Soon - IGNThe Pokémon Company International has officially announced the next Pokémon Trading Card Game expansion, Chaos Rising, set to release on May 22, 2026. The expansion will feature Mega Evolutions from Pokémon Legends: Z-A, including Mega Floette ex, Mega Greninja ex, Mega Pyroar ex, and Mega Dragalge ex. Preorders for the expansion and its Elite Trainer Box will begin soon, with prerelease tournaments starting May 9.
- MEDIA ALERT: New Pokémon Trading Card Game: Mega Evolution—Chaos Rising Expansion Sees Mega Greninja Facing Off with Mega FloetteThe Pokémon Company International announced the upcoming release of the Mega Evolution—Chaos Rising expansion for the Pokémon Trading Card Game on May 22, 2026. The expansion will feature Mega Greninja ex, Mega Floette ex, and other powerful Pokémon ex cards. It will be available in booster packs, Elite Trainer Boxes, and collections, with prerelease tournaments starting May 9, 2026, and digital availability on Pokémon TCG Live from May 21, 2026.
- Pokémon Pokopia is not only selling copies, its also increasing stocksPokémon Pokopia has achieved significant success since its release two weeks ago, selling 2.2 million copies in its first four days and contributing to a 15% surge in Nintendo's stock price. The game, a spin-off where players control a Ditto to create habitats, has received high ratings and reportedly sold out in stores worldwide. It is available on the Nintendo Switch 2.
- Pokémon Pokopia reminds us of an important lesson: other developers can - and should - take risks with the Pokémon IPPokémon Pokopia is praised for its engaging gameplay and unique approach, highlighting the success that can come from allowing external developers to take creative risks with established IPs. The article argues that this approach, exemplified by titles like Dragon Quest Builders 2 and the Mystery Dungeon series, is crucial for revitalizing franchises and satisfying both long-time fans and new players, contrasting it with less successful remakes.
- Pokémon Pokopia is out today, but it already has its first limited-time event, with three cute Pokémon only available for a two-week window this monthPokémon Pokopia has launched with its first limited-time event, "More Spores for Hoppip," which introduces Hoppip, Skiploom, and Jumpluff for a two-week period. Players must progress to a rebuilt Pokémon Center to access the event, which also offers exclusive picnic-themed furniture items. An additional in-game Ditto rug bonus item is available until January 31, 2027.
- Wikipedia gets an unofficial collectible card game with free daily booster packsA fan-made website called WikiGacha offers a free collectible card game experience inspired by Wikipedia articles. Players can open daily booster packs containing cards based on Wikipedia pages, with rarity determined by article popularity. The game includes a simple battle system and daily missions, though the site is currently experiencing high traffic.
- Everything Announced During the February Pokémon PresentsThe February Pokémon Presents featured numerous announcements, including the reveal of Generation 10 titled Pokémon Wind and Waves, set for a 2027 release. Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness is coming to Nintendo Switch Classics in March, and Pokémon Champions will launch on Nintendo Switch and mobile devices in April. Updates were also announced for Pokémon Masters EX, Pokémon Cafe Remix, and Pokémon TCG Pocket.
- Everything We Saw At Pokémon Presents For February 2026 | Console CreaturesThe Pokémon Company revealed several upcoming releases and updates during their February 2026 presentation. New mainline titles, Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves, are slated for 2027. Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness is coming to Nintendo Switch Online in March 2026, and a Switch version of Pokémon Champions will launch in April 2026.
- Here's everything announced in today’s 30th anniversary Pokémon Presents showcaseThe Pokémon Company celebrated the franchise's 30th anniversary with a Pokémon Presents showcase, revealing numerous announcements. Highlights include the debut of Gen 10, Pokémon Winds and Waves, set for a 2027 release, and Pokémon Champions launching on Switch in April 2026. The event also featured updates for Pokémon Go, Pokémon Masters EX, Pokémon Café Remix, Pokémon Sleep, Pokémon Unite, and Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket, alongside the confirmation that Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness is coming to Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack.
- US game spending declines by 15% in January 2025US video game spending in January 2025 decreased by 15% year-over-year, reaching $4.5 billion, partly due to a shorter tracking period. While mobile gaming and subscription services saw growth, significant drops in hardware sales, particularly for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch, contributed to the overall decline. Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth saw a surge in sales following its Steam release, though Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 remained the best-selling game.