The Pokémon Company Group has confirmed that Paradox Drive, the next themed booster pack for Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket (Pokémon TCG Pocket), will begin rolling out on May 27, 2026 (evening PDT).
A launch trailer for Paradox Drive is available now on the official Pokémon YouTube channel.
The update brings new collectible content and time-limited events to the digital TCG platform.
Background and context
Paradox Drive draws its inspiration from the Paradox Pokémon introduced in the Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet video games, which are Nintendo Switch titles released in November 2022.
The new booster pack introduces two new card categories to Pokémon TCG Pocket: Ancient and Future Pokémon cards.
Among the cards highlighted for the set are the Legendary Pokémon Koraidon and Miraidon, familiar to players of Scarlet and Violet.
Company statement (paraphrased)
The Pokémon Company Group announced that Paradox Drive will be available beginning the evening of May 27, 2026, and noted that the set introduces Ancient and Future Pokémon cards to Pokémon TCG Pocket, allowing players to collect the new legendary entries and build decks that combine cards from the same subcategory.
What to expect in Paradox Drive
- New card types: Ancient and Future Pokémon cards are being added to Pokémon TCG Pocket, expanding deckbuilding options on the platform.
- Legendary inclusions: Koraidon and Miraidon appear among the new cards in the set.
- Trailer: An official trailer for Paradox Drive is posted on the Pokémon YouTube channel.
Scheduled in-game events
The rollout of Paradox Drive will be accompanied by several limited-time events:
- Paradox Drive Emblem Event (late May – early June): Players can compete in battles to earn new emblems, shinedust, and additional items.
- Community Week (early June): Focused on trading and sharing cards, offering trade hourglasses, accessories, and rewards.
- Ceruledge ex Drop Event (mid–late June): Special solo battles will grant access to B Series promo packs vol. 9.
- Wonder Pick Event (mid–late June): Promo cards featuring Sableye and Floragato will appear in Wonder Picks, and missions during the event will award an event shop ticket redeemable for a promo card in the in-game Shop.
Digital TCG context
Pokémon TCG Pocket continues to expand as The Pokémon Company Group’s mobile adaptation of the Pokémon Trading Card Game, adding sets that reflect current console entries in the franchise.
Paradox Drive ties the mobile card game to the Scarlet and Violet era by bringing Paradox Pokémon and related mechanics into the digital TCG environment.
For players and collectors, the May 27 launch marks the next major update to Pokémon TCG Pocket, with the official trailer and in-game events providing the first look at card art, mechanics, and rewards.
A launch trailer for Paradox Drive is available now on the official Pokémon YouTube channel.
The update brings new collectible content and time-limited events to the digital TCG platform.
Background and context
Paradox Drive draws its inspiration from the Paradox Pokémon introduced in the Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet video games, which are Nintendo Switch titles released in November 2022.
The new booster pack introduces two new card categories to Pokémon TCG Pocket: Ancient and Future Pokémon cards.
Among the cards highlighted for the set are the Legendary Pokémon Koraidon and Miraidon, familiar to players of Scarlet and Violet.
Company statement (paraphrased)
The Pokémon Company Group announced that Paradox Drive will be available beginning the evening of May 27, 2026, and noted that the set introduces Ancient and Future Pokémon cards to Pokémon TCG Pocket, allowing players to collect the new legendary entries and build decks that combine cards from the same subcategory.
What to expect in Paradox Drive
- New card types: Ancient and Future Pokémon cards are being added to Pokémon TCG Pocket, expanding deckbuilding options on the platform.
- Legendary inclusions: Koraidon and Miraidon appear among the new cards in the set.
- Trailer: An official trailer for Paradox Drive is posted on the Pokémon YouTube channel.
Scheduled in-game events
The rollout of Paradox Drive will be accompanied by several limited-time events:
- Paradox Drive Emblem Event (late May – early June): Players can compete in battles to earn new emblems, shinedust, and additional items.
- Community Week (early June): Focused on trading and sharing cards, offering trade hourglasses, accessories, and rewards.
- Ceruledge ex Drop Event (mid–late June): Special solo battles will grant access to B Series promo packs vol. 9.
- Wonder Pick Event (mid–late June): Promo cards featuring Sableye and Floragato will appear in Wonder Picks, and missions during the event will award an event shop ticket redeemable for a promo card in the in-game Shop.
Digital TCG context
Pokémon TCG Pocket continues to expand as The Pokémon Company Group’s mobile adaptation of the Pokémon Trading Card Game, adding sets that reflect current console entries in the franchise.
Paradox Drive ties the mobile card game to the Scarlet and Violet era by bringing Paradox Pokémon and related mechanics into the digital TCG environment.
For players and collectors, the May 27 launch marks the next major update to Pokémon TCG Pocket, with the official trailer and in-game events providing the first look at card art, mechanics, and rewards.
