Preorder Pokémon TCG: Black Bolt & White Flare Now

Pokémon TCG enthusiasts, get ready for the exciting 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. Here's your chance to secure your preorders early.

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

So what's the latest? Best Buy has its listings up, but they're not yet live. Use the links above to prepare your preorders as soon as they go live. Also, keep an eye out for select sets like the Elite Trainer Boxes, which are scheduled to drop on May 9 via the Best Buy app.

Following the successful dual release format seen in the mainline Pokémon games and the innovative approach of dual sequels in Black and White 2, the Black Bolt and White Flare expansions promise to be a thrilling addition to the Pokémon TCG. Much like previous sets, these expansions are expected to sell out rapidly. Here's a detailed look at what's coming:

Available July 18, 2025:

Scarlet & Violet: Black Bolt or White Flare Elite Trainer Box: Each box contains nine booster packs, an illustration rare promo card featuring Thundurus or Tornadus, and various gameplay accessories.
Binder Collection: Includes 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: Contains one booster pack from each expansion, one art card, and one sticker card.

Available August 1, 2025:

Tech Sticker Collection: Includes three booster packs, a promo card featuring Reuniclus or Gothitelle, and a themed sticker sheet.
Unova Victini Illustration Collection: Features four booster packs, a foil promo card of Victini, a premium parallel Poké Ball version of Victini, and an oversized foil card.

Available August 22, 2025:

Booster Bundle: Contains six booster packs from either Black Bolt or White Flare.

Key Features Across Both Expansions:

Six Pokémon ex cards
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, debuting with full artwork in either black or white monochrome, depending on the expansion.

Players will also have the opportunity to access Scarlet & Violet: Black Bolt and White Flare digitally starting July 17, 2025, through the Pokémon TCG Live app on iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows. This digital release allows players to collect and battle with new Unova-region cards and earn in-game login bonuses.

Where To Preorder:

To ensure the best stock availability, retailers like Best Buy are implementing certain restrictions. Here are some steps to follow on your chosen retailer accounts:

Ensure you have an account set up.
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 and avoid refreshing or closing your browser window.
Do not use multiple devices to secure stock, as retailers often track IP addresses (sometimes bypassing VPNs).
Complete the purchase as soon as possible.

Here's where you can preorder all available products. We'll keep updating this article as preorders go live: