Pokémon TCG Release Calendar: October to December 2026

Q4 2026 Pokémon TCG Timeline

Pre-order prices vary by seller and ship date; all figures above are from independent shops observed October 4, 2026. No MSRP is guaranteed until The Pokémon Company publishes it on pokemon.com.

October 23, 2026: Deck Crafter's Collection

The Deck Crafter's Collection is the quarter's smallest and cheapest TCG release. Each unit contains one booster pack and a Meowth ex promo card. It is officially announced for October 23, 2026.

Pre-order prices as of October 4, 2026 range from $9.99 to $14.99 per unit across independent sellers. That is, at worst, $14.99 for one pack. The Meowth ex promo is the main reason to pick one up; collectors who simply want packs will find the booster bundle formats better value per pack.

The unique angle here is timing. The Deck Crafter's Collection ships on October 23, exactly one week before ME06 prereleases begin on October 24. For players preparing for their first Delta Reign prerelease, this is a practical warm-up product: you get a pack of current-set Scarlet and Violet cards plus a promo to handle, without committing to a Build and Battle box before you know if a local prerelease is available.

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October 24, 2026: ME06 Delta Reign Prereleases

Prereleases for Delta Reign (ME06) begin October 24, 2026, running at local game stores the weekend before the November 6 release. The Build and Battle box is the prerelease product: it includes a sealed prerelease pack, a 23-card evolution pack, 4 booster packs, and a promo card.

Prereleases run through October 26. Availability depends on your local game store's allocation.

Pre-order Build and Battle kits are appearing from independent sellers at around $49.99 observed October 4, 2026, though official MSRP is not yet announced. If your local game store is running events, going there is typically more cost-effective than ordering the kit standalone.

November 6, 2026: Delta Reign (ME06) Full English Release

Delta Reign is the sixth set in the Mega Evolution English TCG series. It lands November 6, 2026 across three formats: Elite Trainer Box, Booster Box, and Booster Bundle.

The Elite Trainer Box is the most practical buy for most collectors: 9 booster packs, accessories, and a promo card, with pre-order prices sitting at $109.95 to $158 observed October 4, 2026. The wide spread reflects seller allocation tiers. Standard pre-orders from established sellers are clustering around $109.95 to $139.99.

Pokemon: Mega Evolution Delta Reign (ME06) Elite Trainer Box

$109.99 USD observed Oct 4, 2026

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The Booster Box (36 packs) is the allocate-it-before-launch option. Pre-orders range from $249.95 to $323 observed October 4, 2026, with the high end reflecting listings that bundle acrylic display cases. Standard Booster Box pre-orders from sellers without add-ons are in the $249.95 to $260 range.

The Booster Bundle at 6 packs is the lowest commitment, observed at around $61. That is roughly $10.17 per pack, slightly below the ETB's $12.22 per pack at the $109.95 price point. If you land an ETB pre-order under $130, the ETB wins on per-pack cost.

In Stock Now: Destined Rivals (SV10)

Destined Rivals is the current Scarlet and Violet expansion and is available from multiple independent sellers now. The Elite Trainer Box official MSRP is $49.99, per the official Pokémon TCG listing. Independent seller prices are running at $114.95 to $129.95 observed October 4, 2026 for the ETB, which reflects secondary-market pricing above MSRP.

If you want to open packs today rather than wait until November, Destined Rivals is the current in-stock option.

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Booster Bundles and sleeved packs for Destined Rivals are also available at lower price points for buyers who want a smaller commitment.

Confirmed vs Reported

Not every Q4 date is equally solid. Here is what each status actually means for this page.

What changed since last update (October 4, 2026): Added ME06 Build and Battle prerelease dates (Oct 24, 2026) as confirmed; added Deck Crafter's Collection October 23 date from official Pokémon announcement; noted ME07 JP November 27 remains reported only.

Pokemon Delta Reign ME06 Elite Trainer Box (Pre-Order)

$109.95 USD observed Oct 4, 2026

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FAQ

When does Delta Reign (ME06) release in English?

November 6, 2026. Prereleases at local game stores begin October 24, 2026. Pre-orders are open from multiple independent sellers now.

What is in the Deck Crafter's Collection?

One booster pack and a Meowth ex promo card. It releases October 23, 2026, with no MSRP announced as of October 4, 2026.

Is ME06 Delta Reign the same set as the Japanese set by the same name?

Yes. Delta Reign is the English localization of the Japanese Mega Evolution Set 6. The English set typically has some card differences versus the Japanese original, including different numbering and occasionally adjusted card pools.

What is ME07 Aura Seeker and when does it release?

ME07 Aura Seeker is the reported next set in the Japanese Mega Evolution series, with a Japanese release date of November 27, 2026 reported by PokeBeach and PokeGuardian. No official English release date or English set page has been announced by The Pokémon Company as of October 4, 2026.

Is the Destined Rivals ETB available at MSRP?

The official MSRP is $49.99, but independent sellers are currently listing it above MSRP: $114.95 to $129.95 observed October 4, 2026. Check the official Pokémon Center or major retailers for MSRP availability.