The Pokémon Company International has announced the upcoming release of a new expansion for the popular Pokémon Trading Card Game (Pokémon TCG) called Mega Evolution – Shadowless Darkness. This expansion is set to launch worldwide on July 17, 2026, in retail stores. Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution – Shadowless Darkness will feature Mega Evolution Pokémon previously seen in the downloadable content Mega Dimension from the game Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Trainers can look forward to new cards, including Mega Darkrai ex, which emerges from the shadows with a dominant presence, and Mega Zeraora ex, capable of unleashing an electrifying strike. The expansion also introduces Mega Chandelure ex and Mega Excadrill ex, bringing dynamic strategies and powerful battles to the game.
Key highlights of this expansion include:
- 6 Mega Evolution Pokémon ex
- 4 Pokémon ex
- 11 Illustration Rare Pokémon cards
- 18 Ultra Rare Pokémon and Trainer cards
- 6 Special Illustration Rare Pokémon and Supporter cards
Players will be able to find the Mega Evolution – Shadowless Darkness expansion in booster packs, Elite Trainer Boxes, and various collections available at retailers globally.
Pokémon TCG players will have the chance to play with the Mega Evolution – Shadowless Darkness expansion before its official release at various pre-release tournaments. These events, part of the Play! Pokémon program, will begin on July 4, 2026, at participating stores.
Prior to the physical release, Trainers can experience the Mega Evolution – Shadowless Darkness expansion digitally starting July 16, 2026, in Pokémon TCG Live for iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows devices. Players can collect and battle with the new Mega Evolution Pokémon ex and receive in-game rewards for logging in.
