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The Pokémon Company explains eligibility, qualification and reward updates for the 2026 Pokémon Championship Series’ Ace Trainer Rewards program

Posted on January 15, 2026 by Blogger

The Pokémon Company has outlined updates to eligibility, qualification and rewards for the 2026 Pokémon Championship Series Ace Trainer Rewards program. The changes clarify how players can earn rewards through participation and performance across sanctioned events, while also adjusting what those rewards look like moving forward. The goal appears to be better alignment between competitive … Continue reading The Pokémon Company explains eligibility, qualification and reward updates for the 2026 Pokémon Championship Series’ Ace Trainer Rewards program

Pokémon UNITE Championship Series Regional Leagues: Week 1 will run from January 17 to 18, livestream feeds now available

Posted on January 12, 2026 by Blogger

The Pokémon UNITE Championship Series Regional Leagues are kicking off with Week 1 action running from Jan. 17 to 18, setting the tone for another competitive season. Top teams from around the world will jump into the fray as regional pride and championship points are on the line right out of the gate. Expect early … Continue reading Pokémon UNITE Championship Series Regional Leagues: Week 1 will run from January 17 to 18, livestream feeds now available

All official livestream feeds now available for the 2026 Pokémon Toronto Regional Championships featuring Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, Pokémon TCG and Pokémon GO events

Posted on January 12, 2026 by Blogger

The Pokémon Company is continuing to host official Play! Pokémon competitive events on a regular basis, providing players of all ages and skill levels an opportunity to showcase their strategic prowess and dedication to the franchise. These events not only foster a vibrant community around the Pokémon games but also promote friendly competition and sportsmanship, … Continue reading All official livestream feeds now available for the 2026 Pokémon Toronto Regional Championships featuring Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, Pokémon TCG and Pokémon GO events

The Standard format rotation for 2026 Pokémon TCG competitive play will go into effect on April 10

Posted on January 10, 2026 by Blogger

The Pokémon TCG Standard format rotation for 2026 competitive play will officially take effect on April 10. As usual, the rotation will remove older cards from Standard legality, reshaping the metagame and pushing players to adapt their decks. Rotation often levels the playing field, opening space for newer strategies while phasing out long-standing staples. For … Continue reading The Standard format rotation for 2026 Pokémon TCG competitive play will go into effect on April 10

The Pokémon Company spotlights Pedro Pertusi, the Pokémon TCG Masters Division Champion at the 2026 Pokémon Latin America International Championships

Posted on January 7, 2026 by Blogger

The Pokémon Company is spotlighting Pedro Pertusi following his win in the Masters Division at the 2026 Pokémon Latin America International Championships. Pertusi’s run through the tournament highlighted sharp decision-making, deep format knowledge and the kind of consistency needed to win at the highest level of Pokémon TCG play. The feature puts a face to … Continue reading The Pokémon Company spotlights Pedro Pertusi, the Pokémon TCG Masters Division Champion at the 2026 Pokémon Latin America International Championships

Play! Pokémon rules and resources have been updated for Q4 2025

Posted on January 6, 2026 by Blogger

Play! Pokémon has rolled out updated rules and resources for Q4 2025, giving competitive players a fresh reference point heading into the next stretch of events. The update covers adjustments and clarifications that affect how tournaments are run across Pokémon TCG, VGC and other organized play formats. For players planning to attend League Challenges, Cups … Continue reading Play! Pokémon rules and resources have been updated for Q4 2025

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Ranked Battles Season 38 (January 2026) now underway until January 31 at 23:59 UTC, this is the first season to follow Regulation Set I

Posted on January 5, 2026 by Blogger

Ranked Battles Season 38 is now live in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, running through Jan. 31 at 23:59 UTC and marking the first season under Regulation Set I. With the ruleset shift, the competitive landscape is getting a noticeable shakeup, pushing players to rethink team builds, counters and win conditions. Early ladder matches are already … Continue reading Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Ranked Battles Season 38 (January 2026) now underway until January 31 at 23:59 UTC, this is the first season to follow Regulation Set I

2026 Grand Challenge IV Online Competition revealed for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, you can register starting January 1 and the competition will run from January 9 to 11

Posted on December 29, 2025December 29, 2025 by Blogger

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet players have a new competitive event to look forward to with the reveal of the 2026 Grand Challenge IV Online Competition. Registration opens Jan. 1, giving trainers time to sign up and prep their teams before battles begin. The competition itself runs from Jan. 9 to 11 and will follow official … Continue reading 2026 Grand Challenge IV Online Competition revealed for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, you can register starting January 1 and the competition will run from January 9 to 11