Pokémon TCG Weekly: Secluded Springs & Mega Prerelease
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Pokémon TCG Weekly News: TCG Pocket ‘Secluded Springs’ Drop, Mega Evolution Prerelease Dates & Late‑August Product Notes
LIVE NOW: TCG Pocket Expansion ‘Secluded Springs’
The latest Pokémon TCG Pocket mini‑expansion, Secluded Springs (A4a), launched August 28, 2025, featuring Johto Legendaries—Raikou ex, Entei ex, and Suicune ex—plus new rarities and events rolling through September. See details and official images here:
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Official news: The Latest Pokémon TCG Pocket Expansion, Secluded Springs, Is Here
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Preview & card list coverage: AS.com Meristation overview
Related: For broader Pocket/market context, revisit our coverage of release‑week demand spikes and product queues in Destined Rivals here.
NEXT UP: ‘Mega Evolution’ Prerelease Starts September 13
The next tabletop expansion, Mega Evolution, officially releases September 26, 2025, with Build & Battle Prerelease beginning September 13 at participating LGS locations. Use the Play! Locator to find events and get early hands‑on play:
Related: If you’re tracking how new sets affect prices and pull‑rates, see our Journey Together launch and week‑one trends recap here.
Late‑August Product Notes (Pokémon Center)
Pokémon Center’s help center shows late‑August listings for Scarlet & Violet—Black Bolt and White Flare Booster Bundles. Availability can vary by region and timing; watch for drops/restocks:
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Support page: Estimated Preorder Release Dates – Pokémon Center
Related: For strategies when popular items sell out or queue, read our Destined Rivals launch‑day queue breakdown here.
Competitive & Events Check‑In
Worlds 2025 just wrapped in Anaheim earlier this month, and Regional/Special event info (including prize structures) is live for the Championship Series season:
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World's hub: 2025 Pokémon World Championships
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Regional & Special Championships page: Play! Pokémon events/prizes
Related: Catch our earlier tournament + rotation coverage and how it shaped the Journey Together meta here and our weekly competitive roundup here.
Market Watch: What to Monitor This Week
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Pocket cards/skins tied to Secluded Springs events (Suicune‑themed cosmetics & drops)
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Mega Evolution prerelease singles (Build & Battle promos often move first)
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Late‑August bundles (Black Bolt/White Flare) as restock windows open/close
Final Thoughts
Between a fresh TCG Pocket drop, the Mega Evolution prerelease window, and late‑August product movement, it’s a great time to plan purchases and event play.
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Note: Dates/availability accurate as of August 29, 2025. Always confirm with official Pokémon sources and your local game store.