The Pokemon Company launches global 30th‑anniversary TCG booster set for September 2026

The Pokemon Company announced the "30th Celebration" booster pack for the Pokémon Trading Card Game, marking three decades since the game’s 1996 debut. The set will be released worldwide on 16 September 2026, the first time the product is launched simultaneously across all markets.

The limited‑edition booster contains only six cards per pack instead of the usual ten and features about 150 holographic cards, including a new "Futuristic Rare" (FUR) series illustrated by Japanese graphic designer Yoshirotten. Each pack also includes one of 30 Pikachu cards, each drawn by a different artist, and reissues of classic cards such as the original Charizard. Availability may vary by region due to logistics, but the launch is marketed globally as part of the Mega Evolution series.

The release is positioned as a collector‑focused celebration, emphasizing rarity and nostalgia for long‑time fans of the franchise.