Pokémon TCG Pocket Adds Fantastical Parade Expansion, Debuts New Mega ex Cards and Stadium Mechanics
The Pokémon Company has officially unveiled the first Trading Card Game Pocket (TCG Pocket) expansion of 2026: Fantastical Parade.
This highly anticipated set marks a significant update to the digital card-battling platform, adding new gameplay dynamics and collectible cards.
Fantastical Parade is set for a global release on January 28, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.
PST, available via the eShop and compatible with current Nintendo-supported devices. As part of Pokémon TCG Pocket's ongoing evolution into a cornerstone digital experience for trading card enthusiasts, the Fantastical Parade expansion puts the spotlight on Gardevoir, which graces the set's cover art.
The expansion introduces a range of new Mega ex cards, spotlighting Gardevoir herself, along with fan-favorite Pokémon such as Mawile and Teal Mask Ogerpon.
Among the featured additions is a vividly illustrated full-art card of Falinks, appealing to both competitive players and collectors alike. In a clear effort to enhance gameplay strategy, the Fantastical Parade set introduces Stadium cards to TCG Pocket for the very first time.
These powerful cards, long a staple of the physical Pokémon Trading Card Game, are now being adapted for the digital format.
Stadium cards apply their effects across the entire battlefield, creating new layers of tactical possibilities for players.
According to official materials, this change aligns the Pokéomon TCG Pocket experience even closer with the traditional trading card game, expanding the ways players can interact and compete. Jim Norman, communicating through official channels, provided a detailed breakdown of what POkémon TCG Pocket users can expect, emphasizing the artistic quality and gameplay depth brought by this expansion.
Rather than direct quotes, he noted that the accompanying trailer delivers an overview of all featured cards, while also highlighting the importance of preparing Pack Hourglasses, the currency needed to unlock new card packs in-game, ahead of the expansion's release. The sustained success of Pokémon TCG Pocket reflects The Pokémon Company’s commitment to innovation in both physical and digital formats.
Since its launch, the digital TCG platform has consistently released updates and new expansions, drawing millions of downloads on the Nintendo eShop and steadily building a robust online community.
With the introduction of the Fantastical Parade set, Pokémon TCG Pocket continues its tradition of bridging digital and classic gameplay, inviting established fans and newcomers alike to join in the collection and competition when the new cards debut at the end of January. Players eager to experience the Fantastical Parade expansion should ensure their collections and resources are ready ahead of the January 28, 2026, release.
For further updates on Pokémon TCG Pocket, Nintendo eShop releases, and upcoming Pokémon Company initiatives, stay tuned to official Nintendo Direct streams and industry news sources.
This highly anticipated set marks a significant update to the digital card-battling platform, adding new gameplay dynamics and collectible cards.
Fantastical Parade is set for a global release on January 28, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.
PST, available via the eShop and compatible with current Nintendo-supported devices. As part of Pokémon TCG Pocket's ongoing evolution into a cornerstone digital experience for trading card enthusiasts, the Fantastical Parade expansion puts the spotlight on Gardevoir, which graces the set's cover art.
The expansion introduces a range of new Mega ex cards, spotlighting Gardevoir herself, along with fan-favorite Pokémon such as Mawile and Teal Mask Ogerpon.
Among the featured additions is a vividly illustrated full-art card of Falinks, appealing to both competitive players and collectors alike. In a clear effort to enhance gameplay strategy, the Fantastical Parade set introduces Stadium cards to TCG Pocket for the very first time.
These powerful cards, long a staple of the physical Pokémon Trading Card Game, are now being adapted for the digital format.
Stadium cards apply their effects across the entire battlefield, creating new layers of tactical possibilities for players.
According to official materials, this change aligns the Pokéomon TCG Pocket experience even closer with the traditional trading card game, expanding the ways players can interact and compete. Jim Norman, communicating through official channels, provided a detailed breakdown of what POkémon TCG Pocket users can expect, emphasizing the artistic quality and gameplay depth brought by this expansion.
Rather than direct quotes, he noted that the accompanying trailer delivers an overview of all featured cards, while also highlighting the importance of preparing Pack Hourglasses, the currency needed to unlock new card packs in-game, ahead of the expansion's release. The sustained success of Pokémon TCG Pocket reflects The Pokémon Company’s commitment to innovation in both physical and digital formats.
Since its launch, the digital TCG platform has consistently released updates and new expansions, drawing millions of downloads on the Nintendo eShop and steadily building a robust online community.
With the introduction of the Fantastical Parade set, Pokémon TCG Pocket continues its tradition of bridging digital and classic gameplay, inviting established fans and newcomers alike to join in the collection and competition when the new cards debut at the end of January. Players eager to experience the Fantastical Parade expansion should ensure their collections and resources are ready ahead of the January 28, 2026, release.
For further updates on Pokémon TCG Pocket, Nintendo eShop releases, and upcoming Pokémon Company initiatives, stay tuned to official Nintendo Direct streams and industry news sources.
