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ShackStream: Pokemon Trading Card Game on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 743
The Stevetendo Show will feature a playthrough of the Pokemon Trading Card Game on Nintendo Switch Online's Game Boy section, coinciding with the Pokemon World Championships. The stream will also include segments on The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and Super Mario Sunshine, with mentions of a potential Elden Ring Switch 2 version.
Pokémon TCG: Premium Collection Sets Are in Stock at Target for MSRP
Target has restocked rare Pokémon Trading Card Game premium collection sets at their Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). This restock offers a significant value for collectors looking for packs at a good price.
Pokémon TCG’s Delta Reign Expansion Locks In a November 6 Global Launch
The Pokémon Trading Card Game's next major expansion, Delta Reign, will launch globally on November 6, with pre-release events starting October 24. The set features Mega Rayquaza ex, Mega Golurk ex, Mega Malamar ex, and Mega Golisopod ex, along with a unique "Legendary Stadiums" mechanic that connects two stadium cards with a single artwork.
Pokémon TCG Prismatic Evolutions Mini Tins Are Back in Stock at Amazon
Amazon has restocked the Pokémon Trading Card Game Prismatic Evolutions Mini Tins. However, TCGplayer is offering them at a lower price and allows customers to choose their preferred Eeveelution.
Garden Arena heads to Peoria on Oct. 24 as Azuki TCG hands the reins to a new organizer
Top Cut Events will now organize the Garden Arena Midwest Regional for the Azuki TCG, taking place in Peoria, Illinois on October 24. Registration opens August 23, with top players eligible for a serialized Raizan prize card and invitations to the 2027 Azuki Invitational. This marks a shift in organizers, with CoreTCG having handled the first event.
New Pokemon TCG Delta Reign expansion launches in November with 'Legendary Stadiums' and a returning favorite
The Pokemon Trading Card Game's new expansion, Delta Reign, is set to launch on November 6, 2026, with prerelease events starting October 24. The set will introduce the 'Legendary Stadiums' mechanic and feature several Mega Evolution Pokemon ex, including the returning Mega Rayquaza ex.
First Look at Pokémon TCG's Delta Reign ETB Has Everyone Saying the Same Thing
The design for the Pokémon Trading Card Game's Delta Reign Elite Trainer Box has been revealed, featuring Mega Rayquaza and exclusive Kyogre promo cards. The article notes the high demand expected for this collectible item.
ShackStream: Super Mario Sunshine on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 742
The Stevetendo Show will feature a playthrough of Super Mario Sunshine, where the host must clean up Isle Delfino using Professor E. Gadd's F.L.U.D.D. device. The stream will also touch upon The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and Pokemon Trading Card Game playthroughs. The article also mentions a potential future playthrough of Elden Ring on the Nintendo Switch 2.
These China-exclusive Pokemon TCG figures have ruined my entire day
Exclusive Pokemon Trading Card Game figures are being released in China to celebrate the 30th anniversary, featuring adorable Pikachu models and a commemorative Charizard figure based on original artwork. While these items will launch in September, their availability outside of China is uncertain, with the author expressing disappointment about potential secondary market markups and shipping costs.
Resellers are charging up to $100 for empty Pokemon Krispy Kreme boxes, and I'd love to say I'm surprised
Resellers are listing empty Pokemon-themed Krispy Kreme donut boxes for up to $100, drawing criticism from fans. This practice mirrors the scalping of Pokemon Trading Card Game packs, making it difficult for genuine fans to acquire merchandise. The article also briefly mentions the upcoming digital game Disney Lorcana.
The 10 Most Expensive Pokémon Cards of 2026 (So Far)
This article lists the most expensive Pokémon Trading Card Game cards from 2026 so far. It highlights high-value pulls from Ascended Heroes, including SIR Pikachu ex and SIR Mega Gengar ex, alongside other notable cards.
New Disney Lorcana digital game sounds like a cross between MTG Arena and Pokemon TCG Pocket
Ravensburger announced a digital version of the Disney Lorcana trading card game, which will be available on mobile and desktop. The publisher also revealed upcoming physical expansions for the tabletop game set to release in late 2026 and early 2027. The digital game is described as potentially similar to Magic: The Gathering Arena and Pokemon TCG Pocket.
Where to buy Pokemon TCG 30th Celebration, the highly-anticipated anniversary set
The Pokemon TCG 30th Celebration set is highly anticipated and difficult to find due to high demand and resellers. The article provides a guide on where to purchase the set in the US and UK, noting that prices are often inflated. The set celebrates three decades of the trading card game with special cards and box sets, and is officially releasing on September 16, 2026.
Pokémon TCG: Pitch Black Elite Trainer Boxes Are Back in Stock at Amazon
Amazon has restocked the Pokémon Trading Card Game Pitch Black Elite Trainer Boxes and Booster Bundles. These items are available at prices below TCGplayer market value and are expected to sell out quickly.
Best Pokemon TCG Pocket Hoopa ex deck
This guide details the best Hoopa ex deck build for Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket, focusing on its high-risk, high-reward strategy that targets the opponent's bench early. It outlines the necessary cards, energy types, and discusses the deck's pros and cons, noting its strength in the early game but potential weakness in the late game due to self-damaging attacks.
Pokemon TCG Pocket sees sharp player drop in latest quarter
The Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket app has experienced a significant decline in active players on iOS and Android devices during the latest financial quarter. This drop in player engagement contributed to a decrease in both revenue and profit for the company DeNA.
Pokémon TCG: Pitch Black ETBs and Boosters Drop Under Market Price at Amazon
Amazon has restocked Pokémon Trading Card Game Pitch Black Elite Trainer Boxes and Booster Bundles at prices below TCGplayer market value. Interested buyers are advised to purchase quickly before the limited stock sells out.
Best Pokemon TCG Pocket Vespiquen ex deck
This guide details how to build and play a powerful Grass-type deck centered around Vespiquen ex in Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket. The deck focuses on high damage output by discarding Pokemon from the bench, supported by durable Grass-type cards and strategic draw mechanics.
Best Pokemon TCG Pocket Puppy Pile deck
This guide details the Puppy Pile deck strategy in Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket, where cards with the Puppy Pile attack increase each other's damage. The best build focuses on early aggression with cards like Magby and Flame Patch, exploiting type weaknesses for potentially over 300 damage per attack, though it lacks durability.
Pokemon TCG Player Wins Card Shop's 'Anything But a Deck Box' Tournament Using an Actual Loaf of Bread
A player won a 'anything but a deck box' tournament for the Pokemon Trading Card Game by using a loaf of bread to hold their cards. The local card shop hosted the unconventional event.