Bellevue, Wash. — January 9, 2025 — Big news for Pokémon fans! The Pokémon Company International has announced that the wildly popular Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) will be available in Latin American Spanish for the first time. This exciting launch coincides with the upcoming expansion, Scarlet & Violet—Journey Together, set to hit store shelves on March 28, 2025.

Just last year, Pokémon GO welcomed the Latin American Spanish-speaking community, and now the TCG follows suit, marking a significant step towards inclusivity for Pokémon enthusiasts in Latin America. Since its inception in 1996, the Pokémon TCG has solidified its place as one of the most beloved trading card games globally, boasting an extensive range of expansions and an engaging competitive scene through the Play! Pokémon program.

Tomas Cortijo, the regional director for Latin America at The Pokémon Company International, expressed his excitement: "Our Latin American fans are integral to the Pokémon community. We’re thrilled to introduce the Pokémon TCG in their preferred language, enhancing their connection with the Pokémon universe. The adventure begins with Scarlet & Violet—Journey Together!"

Fans can eagerly await the return of Trainer’s Pokémon cards in this new expansion, first introduced in the Gym Heroes expansion. These special cards showcase the bond between Trainers and their Pokémon, featuring unique artwork and the Trainer's name. Players can look forward to cards like N’s Zoroark ex, Lillie’s Clefairy ex, Iono’s Bellibolt ex, and Hop's Zacian ex.

Scarlet & Violet—Journey Together will include: - 4 Trainer’s Pokémon ex - 16 Pokémon ex - 11 illustration rare Pokémon - 6 special illustration rare Pokémon - 3 hyper rare gold-etched cards

The expansion will be available in various formats, such as booster packs, Elite Trainer Boxes, and special collections at Pokémon Center and participating retailers worldwide. Preorders for select products, including the exclusive Scarlet & Violet—Journey Together Elite Trainer Box, are now live in the U.S., Canada, and the U.K.

For those eager to get a head start, Prerelease tournaments as part of the Play! Pokémon program will allow fans to play with the new cards starting March 15 at local retailers. Plus, on March 27, 2025, trainers can dive into the digital version via the Pokémon TCG Live app available for iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows, where they can collect, battle, and even earn in-game bonuses!

Get ready to embark on thrilling adventures in the Pokémon world, as Scarlet & Violet—Journey Together promises to bring excitement to Trainers around the globe!