The Pokémon Trading Card Game is set to release two exciting new expansions, Scarlet & Violet: Black Bolt and White Flare, starting May 8, 2025, at major retailers like Best Buy and Amazon in the US. Here's your chance to secure your preorders for these highly anticipated sets.
White Flare Elite Trainer Box (ETB)
$49.99 at Best Buy
Victini Illustration Collection
$21.99 at Best Buy
Black Bolt Elite Trainer Box (ETB)
$59.99 at Best Buy
Unova Poster Collection
$18.99 at Best Buy
Unova Mini Tin
$14.99 at Best Buy
Booster Pack
$4.99 at Best Buy
Black Bolt Binder Collection
$29.99 at Best Buy
White Flare Binder Collection
$29.99 at Best Buy
Latest Updates: Best Buy has their listings ready, though not live yet. Use the links provided to be prepared when preorders go live. Some products, like the Elite Trainer Boxes, will be available on May 9 exclusively through the Best Buy app.
These expansions follow the successful dual-release model seen in the mainline Pokémon games and the Black and White 2 sequels, promising an exciting set for collectors and players alike. Given the popularity of previous sets, Black Bolt and White Flare are expected to sell out fast.
Upcoming Releases:
Available July 18, 2025:
- Scarlet & Violet: Black Bolt or White Flare Elite Trainer Box: Includes nine booster packs, an illustration rare promo card featuring Thundurus or Tornadus, and various gameplay accessories.
- Binder Collection: Contains five booster packs and a nine-pocket album featuring Zekrom or Reshiram.
- Unova Poster Collection: Comes with two booster packs from each expansion, three promo cards featuring Snivy, Tepig, and Oshawott, and a double-sided poster.
- Unova Mini Tin: Includes one booster pack from each expansion, one art card, and one sticker card.
Available August 1, 2025:
- Tech Sticker Collection: Features three booster packs, a promo card with Reuniclus or Gothitelle, and a themed sticker sheet.
- Unova Victini Illustration Collection: Contains four booster packs, a foil promo card of Victini, a premium parallel Poké Ball version of Victini, and an oversized foil card.
Available August 22, 2025:
- Booster Bundle: Six booster packs from either Black Bolt or White Flare.
Key Features Across Both Expansions:
- Six Pokémon ex cards.
- Eight ultra rare Pokémon and Supporter cards.
- One illustration rare or special illustration rare card for each Unova Pokémon.
- One special illustration rare Supporter card.
- Introduction of a new card style, the Black White rare, featuring full artwork in either black or white monochrome, depending on the expansion.
Players can also access these expansions digitally starting July 17, 2025, via the Pokémon TCG Live app on iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows. This digital platform allows players to collect and battle with the new Unova-region cards and earn in-game login bonuses.
Where to Preorder:
To ensure you don't miss out, retailers like Best Buy have put restrictions in place for stock availability. Here are some tips:
- Ensure you have an account set up with your chosen retailer.
- Confirm your location and address for store pickup or shipping.
- Add the item to your cart as soon as possible for account verification and inventory checks.
- Follow on-screen prompts without refreshing or closing your browser window.
- Avoid using multiple devices to secure stock, as retailers often track IP addresses, sometimes bypassing VPNs.
- Complete the purchase as soon as possible.
Here's where you can preorder the available products. We will keep updating this article as preorders go live:
Black Bolt ETB
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
White Flare ETB
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
Black Bolt Binder Collection
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
White Flare Binder Collection
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
Victini Illustration Collection
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
Unova Poster Collection
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
Black Bolt Booster Bundle
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
White Flare Booster Bundle
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
Unova Mini Tin
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
Black Bolt Tech Sticker Collection
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
White Flare Tech Sticker Collection
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
Booster Pack
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player - Black Bolt / White Flare
Stay tuned for more updates as we approach the release dates!
