The Pokémon Trading Card Game is a 2-player game in which players use 60-card decks to battle. In the game, players build decks around cards that feature Pokémon characters, and then take turns using attacks to try to defeat their opponent. The game requires some strategy and planning to win. The world of Pokémon is approachable and entertaining for people of all ages, from children to their parents and grandparents. Whether through the games or just learning about the Pokémon themselves, Pokémon offers endless opportunities to connect through an amazing cast of creatures and characters. The game has a clear set of rules that delivers a unique and fun gaming experience for all ages. But many children, create their own ways to play. This is great! Interacting with the cards in these ways stimulates creativity and collaboration. It also establishes familiarity with the Pokémon and the cards so children will be better suited to make the jump to the official rules when they’re ready. Of course, it is not necessary to play the game at all to have fun with Pokémon TCG cards. Many kids simply love to collect cards featuring their favorite Pokémon. The cards feature all kinds of art styles that can be exciting for fans to seek out and share with friends. Many kids like to trade cards with friends, but it’s important to educate children on the relative value of cards and the consequences of trading.
Pokemon: Scarlet & Violet - Obsidian Flames - Red hot embers illuminate the pitch black night and sparks fare into an inferno as Charizard ex surges forth with newfound powers of darkness! The glittering Terastal phenomenon imbues some Pokemon ex like Tyranitan, Eiscue, and Vespiquen with different types than usual, while Dragonite ex and Greedent ex show mastery of their own inner strengths. Not to be outdown Revavroom ex, Melimetal ex, and more Pokemon promise to change the course of battle in the Scarlet & Violet: Obsidian Flames expansion.
Pokemon: Scarlet & Violet - Paldea Evolved - Energy surges as new powers awaken and perilous legends are revealed! First partners Meowscarada ex, Skeledirge ex, and Quaquaval ex have evolved to take the stage with mesmerizing magic, song, and dance. Meanwhile, Forretress, Slowking, and Dedenne shine as Tera Pokemon ex, and Chien-Pao ex, Ting-Lu ex, and others bring daunting strengths requiring courage to command. Even Pikachu joins the Pokemon ex parth in the Pokemon TCG: Scarlet &Violet - Paldea Evolved expansion!
Pokemon: Scarlet & Violet - Begin a New Adventure with Pokémon ex! Set out for a journey in the Paldea region! Meet first partners Sprigatito, Fuecoco, and Quaxly, and explore the power of the Legendary Pokémon Koraidon and Miraidon as Pokémon ex. Other Pokémon ex evolve their way into battle including Arcanine and Gyarados with a dazzling new look. Even more Pokémon appear as illustration rare cards with amazing artwork—discover them all in the Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet expansion!​
Sword & Shield: Silver Tempest - Expansion adds more than 190 cards to the Pokémon Trading Card Game, with an emphasis on Pokémon V, Pokémon VMAX, and especially Pokémon VSTAR! Like Pokémon VMAX, Pokémon VSTAR evolve from Pokémon V, but instead of focusing on huge HP, they boast amazing attacks and Abilities called VSTAR Powers. Lugia and Alolan Vulpix make their Pokémon VSTAR debut while Regidrago VSTAR and Regieleki VMAX awaken from slumber to make their mark on this new set.