Summary
- The Pokemon Company has acknowledged the shortages of Scarlet and Violet — Prismatic Evolutions and expressed gratitude to Pokemon TCG fans for their patience.
- Reprints of Prismatic Evolutions products are currently in production and will be distributed to licensed outlets in the near future.
The Pokemon Company has taken a significant step by publicly acknowledging the shortages of the highly anticipated Scarlet and Violet — Prismatic Evolutions set and thanking fans for their patience. This acknowledgment is the first time the company has addressed the issues surrounding the upcoming Pokemon TCG expansion.
Announced in early November 2024 with pre-orders opening shortly after, Prismatic Evolutions is set to launch globally on January 17, 2025. The set was meant to kick off the new year with a bang for Pokemon TCG enthusiasts. However, like many new releases, it has faced significant supply challenges worldwide, including in the United States.
After weeks of fan outcry on social media platforms, The Pokemon Company responded with a statement. A company representative told IGN, "We understand this inconvenience can be disappointing for fans, and we are actively working to print more of the impacted Pokemon TCG products as quickly as possible and at maximum capacity to acknowledge this." This statement confirms their commitment to resolving the shortage issues.
Pokemon TCG Prismatic Evolutions Reprints Are Coming Soon
The reprints of Prismatic Evolutions are currently being produced and are expected to reach licensed distributors soon, though no specific timeline was provided. While some fans have pointed fingers at scalpers for the shortages, The Pokemon Company attributes the issue to "high demand" without further elaboration.
More Pokemon TCG Prismatic Evolutions Products Are Also on the Horizon
Looking ahead, The Pokemon Company announced that additional Prismatic Evolutions products will soon be available. These new items were part of the initial expansion announcement in November 2024.
Among the upcoming releases are a Mini Tin and Surprise Box, both debuting on February 7, 2025. Following these, a Booster Bundle and an Accessory Pouch Special Collection will be released on March 7 and April 25, respectively. The Prismatic Evolutions Super-Premium Collection is scheduled for May 16, and a Premium Figure Collection will be available on September 26. Fans eager to try out the new cards can also earn Prismatic Evolutions cards through the Battle Pass in the Pokemon TCG Live mobile game, starting January 16, 2025.
