Pokémon TCG Release Schedule 2026: Q4 Sets and Products
By Dexhaul Team · October 6, 2026
Four confirmed Pokémon TCG products release in a 21-day window between October 23 and November 13, 2026.
This page tracks every confirmed English-language Pokémon TCG set and product for Q4 2026. Dates and MSRPs come from official Pokémon announcements only. Anything unconfirmed is labeled "reported" and kept out of any heading.
The Q4 2026 release calendar on DexHaul has the full month-by-month breakdown. The sections below go product by product.
Q4 2026 release timeline
| Date | Day | Product | MSRP / observed (Oct 2026) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 23, 2026 | Friday | Deck Crafter's Collection | $14.99–$19.99 observed | Pre-order; in stock at select sellers |
| Oct 24–27, 2026 | Fri–Mon | Delta Reign ME06 LGS prereleases | Prerelease kit price varies by store | LGS events; pre-order kits available |
| Oct 30, 2026 | Friday | 30th Celebration Battle Decks (Espeon ex + Umbreon ex) | $19.99 each MSRP (pokemon.com) | Pre-order |
| Nov 6, 2026 | Friday | Delta Reign ME06 full EN launch | ETB observed $109.95–$179.00; Booster Box observed $249.95 | Pre-order |
| Nov 13, 2026 | Friday | Mega Greninja ex League Battle Deck | $29.99 MSRP | Pre-order |
| Nov 27, 2026 | Friday | Aura Seeker ME07 (JP only, reported) | EN price not announced | Reported; EN release not confirmed |
October 2026 releases
Three products land in October, two of them in the final week of the month.
October 23: Deck Crafter's Collection
The Deck Crafter's Collection is a standalone deckbuilding kit containing 40 essential Pokémon TCG cards, energy cards, and tools. No booster packs are included.
It ships Friday, October 23, 2026, exactly one week before Delta Reign prerelease events begin at local game stores. Observed prices in October 2026 sit between $14.99 and $19.99 at current sellers.
That timing is the Collection's key practical value: a player building a legal 60-card deck for their first prerelease can use its cards as a foundation before Build and Battle kits become available at the events themselves.
October 24–27: Delta Reign ME06 prereleases
Delta Reign ME06 prereleases run at local game stores from Friday, October 24, through Monday, October 27, 2026.
Each prerelease participant receives a Build and Battle box containing four Delta Reign booster packs and a 23-card prerelease deck with one of four possible stamped promo cards. The stamped promo is a prerelease-exclusive format: it cannot be pulled from a standard booster pack and carries an event stamp on the card face.
To find a participating store, check the event locator on pokemon.com. DexHaul's Delta Reign ME06 prerelease guide covers what to expect at the event, which product format to target, and whether the entry cost makes sense for collectors vs players.
October 30: 30th Celebration Battle Decks
The 30th Celebration Battle Decks arrive Friday, October 30, 2026.
Two 60-card ready-to-play decks are releasing separately: one built around Espeon ex, one around Umbreon ex. The MSRP for each deck is $19.99, confirmed by pokemon.com. Neither deck contains booster packs.
Both decks are designed to play against each other straight from the box. The pair is available together on pre-order at some sellers. At $19.99 per deck, these are the second-cheapest Q4 2026 release behind the Deck Crafter's Collection.
For a side-by-side comparison of the two decks, see the 30th Celebration Battle Decks guide on DexHaul.
November 2026 releases
November opens with the biggest Q4 launch, then follows a week later with a competitive-format product.
November 6: Delta Reign ME06 full EN launch
Delta Reign ME06 is the sixth set in the Mega Evolution era, released in English on Friday, November 6, 2026. Pokemon.com's Delta Reign product page lists the full range of English products.
The ETB contains nine booster packs, 65 sleeves, dice, coin, condition markers, and a player's guide. Observed pre-order prices sit between $109.95 and $179.00 in October 2026. Mega Rayquaza ex at Special Illustration Rare is the set's headline chase card, per Serebii's Delta Reign card list.
ME06 is the last confirmed major EN expansion of 2026. Aura Seeker ME07 has no confirmed EN date or lineup yet.
November 13: Mega Greninja ex League Battle Deck
The Mega Greninja ex League Battle Deck releases Friday, November 13, 2026, at $29.99 MSRP.
League Battle Decks are a premium ready-to-play format above a standard Battle Deck: they contain a competitive 60-card build, a coin, damage counters, and a deck box, but no booster packs. This edition centers on Mega Greninja ex as the primary attacker with a full competitive card count.
Buying the Deck Crafter's Collection ($14.99–$19.99), one or both 30th Celebration Battle Decks ($19.99 each), and the Greninja ex League Battle Deck ($29.99) totals under $85 for four separate playable products across the entire Q4 window, with no ETB purchase required to participate in the format.
Confirmed vs reported
"Confirmed" means an official date has appeared on pokemon.com, Pokémon Center, or a Nintendo announcement page. "Reported" means the date has appeared in a credible leak or third-party report but has not been officially announced by The Pokémon Company.
| Product | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Deck Crafter's Collection | Oct 23, 2026 | Confirmed |
| Delta Reign ME06 prereleases | Oct 24–27, 2026 | Confirmed (pokemon.com) |
| 30th Celebration Battle Decks | Oct 30, 2026 | Confirmed (pokemon.com) |
| Delta Reign ME06 full EN launch | Nov 6, 2026 | Confirmed (pokemon.com) |
| Mega Greninja ex League Battle Deck | Nov 13, 2026 | Confirmed (pokemon.com) |
| Aura Seeker ME07 (JP only) | Nov 27, 2026 (reported) | Reported; EN name, date, and products not officially announced |
Aura Seeker ME07 is the next Japanese expansion in the Mega Evolution series, with a reported JP release of November 27, 2026. The Pokémon Company has not officially announced an English edition, product lineup, or release window as of October 6, 2026.
Until an English announcement is made, do not treat any reported ME07 prices or card contents as final. EN product names and dates will be confirmed on pokemon.com when they are ready.
What changed in this update
October 6, 2026: Initial publication. All dates and observed prices sourced from official announcements and confirmed pre-order listings as of this date.
Frequently asked questions
What is the next Pokémon TCG set releasing in English?
Delta Reign ME06 is the next major English expansion, with prereleases at local game stores October 24–27, 2026, and a full retail release on November 6, 2026.
When does the 30th Celebration Battle Deck come out?
October 30, 2026, at $19.99 MSRP per deck (Espeon ex or Umbreon ex). Some sellers list the pair together on pre-order.
Is Aura Seeker ME07 releasing in English in 2026?
Not confirmed. ME07 has a reported Japanese release of November 27, 2026. No English edition, date, or lineup has been officially announced.
What is the Deck Crafter's Collection?
A standalone deckbuilding kit with 40 essential Pokémon TCG cards and tools, no booster packs. It releases October 23, 2026, at $14.99–$19.99 observed.
What does the Delta Reign ETB contain?
Nine booster packs, 65 sleeves, dice, coin, condition markers, and a player's guide. DexHaul's Delta Reign prerelease guide has the full contents breakdown.
Browse in-stock and pre-order Pokémon TCG booster boxes and ETBs from independent shops at DexHaul's Booster Boxes collection. DexHaul is independent and unofficial: not affiliated with Nintendo, Game Freak, Creatures Inc., or The Pokémon Company.