Pokémon TCG enthusiasts, get ready for the thrilling new Scarlet & Violet expansions, Black Bolt and White Flare, set to launch at major retailers like Best Buy and Amazon starting May 8 in the US. Secure your preorders now to ensure you don't miss out on 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
What's the Latest? Best Buy has its listings up, but not live. Use the links above to prepare for when preorders become available. Additionally, select sets like the Elite Trainer Boxes will be available on May 9 through the Best Buy app.
Following the dual release format of the mainline Pokémon games and the innovative approach of dual sequels in Black and White 2, these expansions promise to be a blockbuster set.
Like previous sets, Black Bolt and White Flare are expected to sell out rapidly. Here's a detailed look at what's coming with these epic 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 essential 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 full-size 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 - Offers three booster packs, a promo card featuring Reuniclus or Gothitelle, and a themed sticker sheet.
Unova Victini Illustration Collection - Comes with four booster packs, a foil promo card featuring Victini, a premium parallel Poké Ball version of Victini, and an oversized foil card.
Available August 22, 2025:
Booster Bundle - Includes six booster packs from either Black Bolt or White Flare.
Key Features Across Both Expansions:
- Six Pokémon ex
- 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
- A new card style, called Black White rare, featuring full artwork in either black or white monochrome, depending on the expansion.
Players will also be able to access Scarlet & Violet: Black Bolt and White Flare digitally starting July 17, 2025, via the Pokémon TCG Live app on iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows. The digital release allows players to collect and battle with new Unova-region cards and earn in-game login bonuses.
Where to Preorder:
Retailers like Best Buy are implementing restrictions to ensure optimal stock availability. Follow these steps to secure your preorders:
- Ensure you have an account set up on 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 carefully and avoid refreshing or closing your browser window.
- Do not use multiple devices to secure stock, as retailers may track your IP address (sometimes bypassing VPNs).
- Complete the purchase as quickly as possible.
Here's where you can find all available products. We'll keep updating this article as preorders go live: