The new Pokémon TCG expansions, Scarlet & Violet: Black Bolt and White Flare, are set to launch at major retailers like Best Buy and Amazon starting May 8 in the US. Here's how you can secure your preorder:
White Flare ETB
$49.99 at Best Buy
Victini Illustration Collection
$21.99 at Best Buy
Black Bolt ETB
$59.99 at Best Buy
Poster Collection
$18.99 at Best Buy
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 they're not live yet. Use the links above to be ready when preorders start. Some exclusive sets, like the Elite Trainer Boxes, will be available for preorder on May 9 through the Best Buy app.
Following the tradition of dual releases seen in the mainline Pokémon games and the innovative approach of Black and White 2, these expansions are poised to be a major hit. Just like previous sets, Black Bolt and White Flare are expected to sell out fast. Here's a rundown of what's coming:
Available July 18, 2025:
- Scarlet & Violet: Black Bolt or White Flare Elite Trainer Box: Each contains nine booster packs, an illustration rare promo card featuring Thundurus or Tornadus, and 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: 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 can also enjoy Scarlet & Violet: Black Bolt and White Flare digitally starting July 17, 2025, through the Pokémon TCG Live app on iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows. The digital release offers the chance to collect and battle with new Unova-region cards and earn in-game login bonuses.
Where to Preorder:
Retailers like Best Buy are implementing measures to ensure stock availability. Here's what you need to do on your chosen retailer's website:
- 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 without refreshing or closing your browser window.
- Avoid using multiple devices to secure stock, as retailers often track IP addresses (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:
Black Bolt ETB
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
White Flare ETB
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
Black Bolt Binder Collection
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
White Flare Binder Collection
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
Victini Illustration Collection
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
Unova Poster Collection
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
Black Bolt Booster Bundle
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
White Flare Booster Bundle
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
Unova Mini Tin
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
Black Bolt Tech Sticker Collection
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
White Flare Tech Sticker Collection
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
Booster Pack
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player - Black Bolt / White Flare
