The Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket is about to get a vibrant new update. The Pokémon Company has officially revealed Fantastical Parade, a brand-new expansion arriving worldwide on January 29, 2026, bringing dazzling festival-themed cards, powerful Mega Evolution Pokémon ex, and meaningful upgrades to trading and battle features.
Headlining the expansion is Mega Gardevoir, set to charm collectors and battlers alike as Pokémon TCG Pocket continues to expand its fast-growing digital card ecosystem.
Fantastical Parade Expansion Brings Mega Evolution to the Spotlight
The Fantastical Parade expansion invites players to elevate both their collections and competitive play with new booster packs centered around Mega Gardevoir. This release introduces additional Mega Evolution Pokémon ex cards, further deepening deck-building strategies in Pokémon TCG Pocket.
One of the biggest highlights is the arrival of Ogerpon, making its Pokémon TCG Pocket debut as Teal Mask Ogerpon ex. Fans can also expect visually striking cards inspired by colorful festival celebrations, giving the expansion a distinct and festive identity.
Adding a major gameplay twist, Fantastical Parade debuts Stadiums as a brand-new subtype of Trainer cards. These Stadium cards will actively influence the in-play zone during battles, opening up new tactical possibilities and shaking up established strategies.
New Pokémon TCG Pocket Features Launching January 29
Alongside the Fantastical Parade expansion, several quality-of-life updates are rolling out to improve player interaction and gameplay variety.
Enhanced Trade Communication
A new message function will be added to the trade feature, allowing players to send preset messages. Trainers can quickly indicate whether they’re seeking a wishlisted card or a card in another language, making trades smoother and more efficient.
Random Battle Mode Arrives
Solo battle fans can look forward to a new random battle option, where opponents’ decks remain a mystery until the match begins. This feature adds unpredictability and excitement, encouraging players to adapt on the fly.
Pokémon TCG Pocket Events to Watch This Season
Several limited-time in-app events are also scheduled to roll out starting January 29, giving players plenty of reasons to log in and play.
Elite Deck Gift Missions
January 29 (10 p.m. PST) – April 26 (10:59 p.m. PDT)
Complete missions to earn a powerful Fire-type Elite Deck, featuring Mega Blaziken ex and Entei ex.
Handy Card Collection Missions
January 29 (10 p.m. PST) – April 26 (10:59 p.m. PDT)
Take on special missions to obtain Trainer cards with strong battle utility, including Copycat, Giant Cape, and more.
Mega Medicham ex Drop Event
February 11 (10 p.m. PST) – February 21 (9:59 p.m. PST)
Participate in special solo battles to earn B Series promo packs vol. 4, featuring Mega Medicham ex.
Wonder Pick Event
February 14 (10 p.m. PST) – February 24 (9:59 p.m. PST)
Promo cards starring Cinderace and Alolan Vulpix will appear in Wonder Picks. Players can also earn event shop tickets to exchange for promo cards in the Shop.
Pokémon TCG Pocket Continues to Grow
With Fantastical Parade, Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket continues to expand its card pool, gameplay depth, and social features. The introduction of Mega Evolution Pokémon ex, Stadium Trainer cards, and new battle modes reinforces the app’s appeal to both casual collectors and competitive players.
Fans eager to see what’s coming can check out the newly released Fantastical Parade trailer on the official Pokémon YouTube channel.
For the latest updates, visit Pokemon.com/TCGPocket.
