Quick Scoop: When Is the Next Pokémon TCG Release?

The next physical Pokémon TCG set is Pitch Black , landing July 17, 2026 , headlined by Mega Darkrai ex. For Pokémon TCG Pocket, an unnamed set (internally “B3b”) hits July 2, 2026 , followed by the Rayquaza-themed Ruler of the Skies on July 30, 2026.

What’s Coming Next (Physical Cards)

Pitch Black – July 17, 2026

  • Theme: Dark-type focus with Mega Darkrai ex as the marquee card.
  • Context: This follows the most recent physical expansion, Chaos Rising , which featured Mega Floette ex.

Mega Evolution—Delta Reigns – November 8, 2026

  • Theme: Rayquaza-centric set in the physical TCG line.
  • Note: This is separate from the mobile “Ruler of the Skies” set, though both share the Rayquaza spotlight.

What’s Coming Next (Pokémon TCG Pocket)

Unnamed Set “B3b” – July 2, 2026

  • Expected to be the immediate next expansion for Pocket, arriving just before the Rayquaza set.

Ruler of the Skies – July 30, 2026

  • Theme: Rayquaza-focused expansion for Pocket.
  • Placement: This is the second Pocket release after the July 2 drop, continuing the frequent cadence in the mobile game.

Other Notable Releases Around Now

  • Mega Greninja ex Premium Collection – Available July 3, 2026 (a special product rather than a full set).
  • China-Exclusive: “Together in Pursuit of Glory” launches July 16, 2026 , featuring an exclusive special illustration rare of Brock’s Scouting.
  • Trademark Watch: A new filing, “Mega X Mega Parade” (published July 1, 2026), strongly hints at a future TCG set, but timing is too erratic to predict confidently.

Mini Timeline (Next Few Months)

  • July 2, 2026: Pocket – unnamed set “B3b”
  • July 3, 2026: Mega Greninja ex Premium Collection (special product)
  • July 16, 2026: China set – “Together in Pursuit of Glory”
  • July 17, 2026: Physical TCG – Pitch Black (Mega Darkrai ex)
  • July 30, 2026: Pocket – Ruler of the Skies (Rayquaza)
  • November 8, 2026: Physical TCG – Mega Evolution—Delta Reigns (Rayquaza)

Trending Context & Forum Chatter

Recent discussions online highlight two big talking points:

  • The Rayquaza dual-set strategy (Delta Reigns for physical, Ruler of the Skies for Pocket) has fans debating whether the mobile set will mirror the power level of the physical one.
  • The “Mega X Mega Parade” trademark has sparked speculation about a Mega-heavy set or event, though publications caution that recent trademark-to-release timing has been inconsistent.

TL;DR

  • Next physical set: Pitch Black – July 17, 2026 (Mega Darkrai ex).
  • Next Pocket sets: Unnamed “B3b” on July 2 , then Ruler of the Skies on July 30.

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