Pokémon Announces Celestial Guardians Expansion for TCG Pocket

Bellevue, Wash. — April 24, 2025 — The Pokémon Company International has announced the upcoming release of the Celestial Guardians expansion for the Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket app, set to launch worldwide on April 30 at 7:00 a.m. BST, or April 29 at 11:00 p.m. PDT for players in parts of the USA and Canada.

This new expansion will feature over 200 collectible cards, including the first partners from the Alola region: Rowlet, Litten, and Popplio, along with the Legendary Pokémon Solgaleo and Lunala. Players can expect to explore two new digital booster packs that spotlight these fan-favorite Pokémon.

The Celestial Guardians expansion will also introduce the first Immersive Supporter card, a new Lillie card, adding even more depth to gameplay. “In Celestial Guardians, players can discover Pokémon as seen in the Sun and Moon video games,” stated The Pokémon Company in a press release.

Additionally, the exciting launch is accompanied by a special round of missions and solo battles starting on April 29 at 11:00 p.m. PDT. Players can participate in these solo battles until May 12 at 10:59 p.m. PDT for a chance to earn Promo Pack A Series Vol. 7 boosters, which includes a promo card featuring Rayquaza ex.

From April 29 to May 28, players can complete special missions for a chance to receive a full-art version of Rayquaza ex and other rewards. The Pokémon Company encourages Trainers to join in the festivities during the half-year celebration of Pokémon TCG Pocket.

For more information about the Celestial Guardians expansion and upcoming events, players can visit the official Pokémon website and view the expansion trailer. The Pokémon Company remains excited to enhance the player experience and expand the vibrant Pokémon universe.