The Pokémon phenomenon shows no sign of slowing down. By 2025, some Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) expansions have already fallen victim to their own success. Fans and collectors should prepare for a new wave of shortages affecting highly anticipated cards.
📦 A Breakup Before the Release
According to Pokebeach , the “Black Bolt” and “White Flare” expansions, scheduled for release in Japan on June 16 and worldwide on July 18, 2025 , are already out of stock at some retailers.
➡️ The Pokémon Company has informed its partners that it will not be able to deliver all orders placed.
➡️ The reason? Exceptional demand , even stronger than for previous series.
Some distributors have already warned their customers that they will not have enough stock to fulfill all pre-orders. Production has reportedly been partially redirected to the “Shiny Treasure” set, the successor to the Scarlet and Violet series.
🔥 The Pokémon TCG's Crazy Success Continues
This isn't the first time The Pokémon Company has faced such a situation. Since 2020 , demand has exploded , fueled by:
- social networks ,
- influencers ,
- and the nostalgia of the early fans.
Each new expansion becomes a global event , and stock shortages have become recurrent .
🏭 Restocks Planned… but Not Immediate
Faced with inventory pressures, The Pokémon Company promises to increase production . But beware: manufacturing and delivery times make any return to normal uncertain. Highly sought-after expansions may remain unavailable for several weeks , or even months .
🎯 What to Do as a Collector or Player?
👉 If you want to get your hands on these cards, here are some helpful tips:
- Watch for pre-orders as soon as they open.
- Subscribe to stock alerts on your favorite stores.
- Avoid excessive prices on the secondary market (Vinted, Leboncoin, etc.).
- Anticipate : a good strategy is to order as soon as a new set is officially announced .
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