Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution Chaos Rising is the next expansion in the Mega Evolution series, and stock is already proving difficult to find at a fair price. Pre-orders are live at select retailers, the release date is confirmed, and if you are planning to pick it up around launch, acting early will save you a lot of frustration.
Pokémon TCG Chaos Rising Release Date
Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution Chaos Rising releases worldwide on Friday, May 22, 2026. Prerelease events run from May 9 to May 17, 2026 at participating local game stores, where you can buy a Build & Battle Box early and jump straight into Prerelease battles. Players on Pokémon TCG Live get access one day early on May 21, 2026.
- Global launch: May 22, 2026
- Prerelease events: May 9 to May 17, 2026
- Pokémon TCG Live (digital): May 21, 2026
You can find a Prerelease event near you using the official Event Locator.
Price: Official MSRP vs Current Market Prices
The current market price column reflects reseller and aftermarket listings, not official MSRP. Allocations are tight, and demand is high, so many retailers are already selling well above the recommended retail price. The MSRP column shows what a fair deal looks like.
| Product | Official MSRP (US) | Current market price | Where seen |
| Booster pack (individual) | ~$4.29 to $4.49 | — | Various |
| 3-Pack Blister | ~$12.99 | $44.99 | Walmart |
| Booster Bundle (6 packs) | ~$29.99 to $34.99 | $49.99 | Miniature Market |
| Build & Battle Box | ~$24.99 to $29.99 | $49.99 | Walmart |
| Elite Trainer Box (standard) | ~$59.99 to $64.99 | $149.99 | Walmart |
| Elite Trainer Box (Pokémon Center exclusive) | ~$64.99 to $69.99 | Sells out instantly | Pokémon Center |
| Booster Box (36 packs) | ~$144 to $150 | $264.99 to $269.99 | Walmart |
As a rough check on pack value, a Booster Box at MSRP works out to approximately $4.17 to $4.20 per pack, consistent with standard pricing. The Booster Bundle at Miniature Market is cheaper than Walmart’s listing, although that stock is limited. In the UK, listings have appeared at Smyths Toys, Wayland Games, and OBSIDIA TCG.
Full Product Lineup
- Booster packs (individual)
- 3-Pack Blisters
- Booster Bundle (6 packs)
- Build & Battle Box with 4 packs, 40-card prerelease deck, and 1 of 4 promo cards
- Elite Trainer Box standard version
- Elite Trainer Box Pokémon Center exclusive with 11 packs and stamped promo
- Booster Box (36 packs)
Elite Trainer Box Contents Compared
Standard ETB (~$59.99 to $64.99)
- 9 booster packs
- 1 full-art foil promo Fennekin
- 65 card sleeves featuring Mega Greninja ex art
- 40 to 45 Energy cards
- 6 damage-counter dice and 1 coin-flip die
- 2 condition markers
- Collector’s box with dividers
- Player’s guide and TCG Live code
Pokémon Center Exclusive ETB (~$64.99 to $69.99)
- 11 booster packs which includes 2 extra packs
- 1 Pokémon Center stamped foil promo Fennekin
- 1 standard full-art Fennekin promo
- Same accessories as the standard ETB
- Some variants include metal dice and coin
- Sells out almost instantly so notifications are essential
What Is in Chaos Rising
The set is themed around Lumiose City at night, with Mega Floette ex and Mega Greninja ex as the two marquee cards. Mega Greninja ex appears on the Elite Trainer Box artwork and stands as the biggest early chase card, based on Japanese singles pricing from the equivalent Ninja Spinner set released in March 2026.
The expansion is a smaller, focused English set with approximately 122 cards, closely mirroring Japan’s Ninja Spinner.
Mega Evolution Pokémon ex (Confirmed)
| Card | Notes |
| Mega Floette ex | Marquee card tied to Lumiose City theme |
| Mega Greninja ex | Top chase card and ETB artwork feature |
| Mega Pyroar ex | Confirmed |
| Mega Dragalge ex | Confirmed with Special Illustration Rare expected |
| Mega Gallade ex | Widely expected |
All five Mega Evolution Pokémon ex feature base-form silhouettes in Ultra Rare and Mega Hyper Rare artwork, which has already driven strong collector interest.
Other Key Cards
- Pokémon ex: 5 total including Beedrill ex, Gourgeist ex, Cobalion ex, Cinccino ex, Krookodile ex
- Illustration Rare: 11
- Ultra Rare: 18 including Trainers
- Special Illustration Rare: 6 including Mega Greninja ex, Mega Floette ex, Mega Dragalge ex, and Roxie’s Performance
- Total set size: Approximately 122 cards
Build & Battle Box Prerelease Promos
Each Build & Battle Box includes four booster packs, a 40-card deck, and one of four exclusive promo cards. The format uses a 40-card deck and four Prize cards, making it accessible for new players and strategic for experienced ones.
Top-rated cards for Prerelease play include Goodra and Crobat.
Where to Buy Chaos Rising
Stock is moving fast across all regions.
US Retailers
- Pokémon Center offers the best chance at MSRP but sells out quickly
- Walmart has stock but often above MSRP
- Miniature Market offers better pricing when available
- Best Buy, Target, and GameStop are worth checking for in-store availability
- Amazon and TCGPlayer act as fallback options but often include markups
UK Retailers
- Wayland Games is the most reliable for RRP stock
- Smyths Toys has listings available
- OBSIDIA TCG uses a Lottery Allocation system for purchases
- Amazon UK, Zatu Games, and Magic Madhouse remain worth monitoring
- eBay should be considered a last resort due to inflated reseller pricing
🔗 Official & Verified Links for Pokémon TCG: Chaos Rising
- Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution—Chaos Rising Official Page
→ The main official page with set details, theme, and confirmed features. - Chaos Rising Booster Bundle Product Page (Official)
→ Shows confirmed product availability and contents directly from Pokémon.
If you are planning to pick up Pokémon TCG Chaos Rising at launch, the safest strategy is simple. Track MSRP listings, enable notifications, and act early. Demand is already outpacing supply, and waiting even a few hours could mean paying significantly more.
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