Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 First Look Releases on June 29

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June 24, 2026

Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 First Look Releases on June 29

CD Projekt Red and Studio Trigger have announced that the first look for Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 will release on June 29. The anime will premiere on Netflix at a later date.

In the announcement, the anime’s staff asked if fans are “ready to meet the crew?” Next week, at Anime Expo 2026, a panel dedicated to Edgerunners 2 will take place on July 3 at 7:30 p.m. PDT from the Crypto.com Arena. The Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 Anime Expo 2026 panel will be hosted by Danny Motta and feature director Kai Ikarashi, showrunner Bartosz Sztybor, executive producer Saya Elder, and other special guests.

Although David is dead, Night City lives on, and Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 focuses on a new story with a new cast of characters. Kai Ikarashi will direct the series, Kanno Ichigo will design the characters, and Masahiko Otsuka is responsible for the screenplay adaptation. Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 will build off of the world of Night City, but it will have an all-new 10-episode standalone story.

The anime’s announcement post describes the series as follows:

“Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 is in production! It presents a new standalone 10-episode story from the world of Cyberpunk 2077— a raw chronicle of redemption and revenge. When the world is blinded by spectacle, what extremes do you have to go to make your story matter?”

This past October, Aniplex of America released the Cyberpunk: Edgerunners anime on a complete Blu-ray disc set in North America. The Blu-ray’s limited edition includes a new jacket illustration, a book of the storyboard of episode 10, a second anniversary poster, and a cel-style sheet.

8BitDo Arcade Controller Pro Announced, Pre-Orders Go Live in September

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Saras Rajpal

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June 24, 2026

8BitDo Arcade Controller Pro Announced, Pre-Orders Go Live in September

8BitDo has revealed the Arcade Controller Pro, which will be available to pre-order starting in September 2026. EVO 2026 attendees will be able to test the controller out this weekend.

The website provides more details about the controller:

Features

- Compared to Arcade Controller, Arcade Controller Pro features smaller buttons and tighter spacing, creating a more compact layout that keeps every input within natural reach. Comfortable and easy to control through long play sessions.
- 5 Programmable Buttons – Fast-map P1-P5 directly on the controller. The added P5 button expands your control options while leaving more room for natural left-hand movement.
- 1.47-inch Display with Built-in Ultimate Software – View inputs, check battery status, and adjust essential settings directly on the built-in display. Clear, immediate, and always within reach.
- Magnetic Wrist Rest – The magnetic wrist rest supports a more natural hand position on a desk or on your lap. It attaches securely when you need it and removes easily when you want a more compact setup.
- Independent Control Panel – Essential controls, separated from the action buttons. Switch connection modes, adjust volume and display settings, or activate Tournament Lock with the turn-and-click dial.
- Quick-Release Tempered Glass Faceplate – Press the release button on the back to lift the tempered glass faceplate and access the internal components with additional switches.
- Complete Customization, Total Control – Adjust every aspect of your controller with the included parts — 3 spare switches and a switch puller inside the panel, plus 5 replaceable lock caps in the magnetic wrist rest. Fully swap, configure, and tailor your arcade experience.
- Replaceable Lock Caps – Replace any P1-P5 button cap with a flat lock cap to prevent accidental presses. Five lock caps are included and stored inside the magnetic wrist rest.
- Improved Button Caps – Install each round button cap from any orientation. Quick to fit, easy to replace, and held firmly beneath the tempered glass faceplate.
- Dedicated Capture Button – Capture screenshots instantly on Switch with a dedicated function button.
- Hot-Swappable Switches – Equipped with hot-swappable 8BitDo Core Green low-profile linear mechanical switches, co-developed with Kailh for fast actuation, quiet operation, and a smooth feel.
  Three spare switches and a switch puller are stored inside the controller.
- Cable Lock System and Dual USB-C Ports – The metal locking mechanism keeps the USB-C cable firmly in place, ensuring it stays secure during fast inputs, sudden movements, and high-pressure matches. Connect the cable from the top or side for charging and wired play—choose the route that fits your setup, reduces cable clutter, and gives you more space around your hands.

Lastly, the controller will support both Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, as well as PC. A white variant will also release.

Classroom of the Elite Season 5 is in the Works

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Soul Kiwami

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June 24, 2026

Following the final episode of Classroom of the Elite 4th Season: Second Year, First Semester, the anime’s official website confirmed that Classroom of the Elite Season 5 is officially in the works. A new teaser visual for Classroom of the Elite Season 5 was also revealed.

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Classroom of the Elite 4th Season: Second Year, First Semester is streaming now with English subtitles and an English dub on Crunchyroll.

Eir Aoi performs the opening theme song “MONSTER,” while ZAQ performs the ending theme song “Liar Veil.”

The cast of Classroom of the Elite Season 4 includes:

Shōya Chiba as Kiyotaka Ayanokōji
Akari Kitō as Suzune Horikita
Ayana Taketatsu as Kei Karuizawa
Yurika Kubo as Kikyō Kushida
Masaaki Mizunaka as Kakeru Ryūen
Nao Tōyama as Honami Ichinose
Rina Hidaka as Arisu Sakayanagi
Minako Satō as Tsubasa Nanase
Hiroya Egashira as Kazuomi Hōsen
Momoko Seto as Ichika Amasawa
Shinnosuke Tokudome as Takuya Yagami
Iori Saeki as Sakurako Tsubaki
Shōgo Sakata as Riku Utsunomiya

Noriyuki Nomata directed the fourth season at Larche, and Yasushi Shigenobu oversaw and wrote the series scripts with Kyōko Katsuya. Maki Kōno is the character designer, Satoki Iida is the sound director, and Masaru Yokoyama and Kana Hashiguchi are the music composers at Lantis.

Other staff members include:

Art Setting: Satoru Hirayanagi
Art Director: Hirofune Hane
Color Design: Mio Takekawa
CG Director: Tomohiro Hirayama
Director of Photography: Misato Sekiya
Editing: Yukie Oikawa
Sound Effects: Ijo Okuda

Crunchyroll describes the series as follows:

Kiyotaka Ayanokoji has just enrolled at Tokyo Koudo Ikusei Senior High School, where it’s said that 100% of students go on to college or find employment. But he ends up in Class 1-D, which is full of all the school’s problem children.

What’s more, every month, the school awards students points with a cash value of 100,000 yen, and the classes employ a laissez-faire policy in which talking, sleeping, and even sabotage are permitted during class.

One month later, Ayanokoji, Horikita, and the students of Class D learn the truth of the system in place within their school…

MIRESI: Invisible Future Opens Pre-Registration

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Soul Kiwami

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June 24, 2026

Smilegate has announced that pre-registration for Control9’s MIRESI: Invisible Future is now open ahead of the game’s participation at Anime Expo 2026. Not only can attendees try out MIRESI: Invisible Future at the Anime Expo booth, but there will be special rewards for those who complete pre-registration there.

MIRESI: Invisible Future follows the story of the protagonist known as the “Councilor.” The Councilor is joined by various heroines to save an era on the brink of destruction. The turn-based combat system incorporates a time-and-space theme directly into combat. Character placement and movement serve as core strategic elements in combat as well.

“With our participation in Anime Expo, we wanted to create an opportunity to introduce MIRESI to global players and communicate with them more closely, which is why we launched the pre-registration page,” said Jae-young Han, Head of Business for MIRESI at Smilegate. “We will continue to gradually reveal more news and updates about MIRESI through various channels, and we hope for your continued interest and excitement.”

MIRESI: Invisible Future will get its own booth in the West Hall of the Los Angeles Convention Center during Anime Expo 2026. There will also be a four-sided LED experience zone with special interactions with MIRESI characters, and upon completion, attendees will receive a Polaroid-style collectible featuring the character they interacted with. There will also be a “360° photo zone” and a variety of on-site events with cosplay models, including a turntable event.

Fans who participate in the on-site events will receive exclusive merchandise, including a PVC bag for completing and collecting stamps or a “Happi coat” depicting character Itsuka for completing the demo. What’s more, a special panel session will also feature a “Thicc Character Drawing Show” by AD Hyung-seop Kim (Hyulla). The drawing show will take place on July 4 at 8:45 p.m. PDT in Panel Room 408AB. Special guest artists will join the session and create MIRESI characters in their own unique styles. Attendees of the panel will receive a limited-edition premium postcard as a special reward.

Gals Can’t Be Kind to Otaku!? Anime Release Dates, Schedule and Episodes

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Soul Kiwami

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June 24, 2026

It turns out that girls can be nice to an otaku in the exciting anime adaptation of Norishiro-chan and Sakana Uozumi’s Gals Can’t Be Kind to Otaku!? manga. Final Weapon has everything you need to know about the anime, including the weekly schedule, release dates and timing for new episodes, and much more for Gals Can’t Be Kind to Otaku!?.

The story of Gals Can’t Be Kind to Otaku!? focuses on Takuya Seo, a quiet otaku who is typically reserved at school. That is, until two girls from his class start talking to him—Kei Amane and Kotoko Ijichi. The girls couldn’t be any more different, but the three grow closer together through shared interests in games, anime, and much more. Takuya’s life must be changing for the better, thanks to these girls.

Gals Can’t Be Kind to Otaku!? Release Dates, Exact Premiere Time and Schedule

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New episodes of Gals Can’t Be Kind to Otaku!? will release on Wednesdays at 7:45 a.m. PT / 10:45 a.m. ET on Crunchyroll. Episodes will be released with English subs. Gals Can’t Be Kind to Otaku!? will feature 12 episodes in total.

Here are the release dates and schedule for Gals Can’t Be Kind to Otaku!? episodes (subject to change):

Episode 1 – April 8 – OUT NOW
Episode 2 – April 15 – OUT NOW
Episode 3 – April 22 – OUT NOW
Episode 4 – April 29 – OUT NOW
Episode 5 – May 6 – OUT NOW
Episode 6 – May 13 – OUT NOW
Episode 7 – May 20 – OUT NOW
Episode 8 – May 27 – OUT NOW
Episode 9 – June 3 – OUT NOW
Episode 10 – June 10 – OUT NOW
Episode 11 – June 17 – OUT NOW
Episode 12 – June 24 – OUT NOW

New episodes of Gals Can’t Be Kind to Otaku!? will premiere at the following times (subject to change):

Pacific Daylight Time: 7:45 a.m. PDT
Mountain Daylight Time: 8:45 a.m. MDT
Central Daylight Time: 9:45 a.m. CDT
Eastern Daylight Time: 10:45 a.m. EDT
Greenwich Mean Time: 2:45 p.m. GMT

OP/ED, Cast and Staff

South Korean group i-dle performs the opening theme song “HIDE AND SEEK,” and Osakan rock band sun soo girl performs the ending theme song “Ishō Nakako.”

The anime’s main cast includes:

Shō Komura as Takuya Seo
Konomi Inagaki as Kei Amane
Yū Serizawa as Kotoko Ijichi
Jun Kasama as Genichirō Ijichi
Konomi Kohara as Sayu Amamiya
Atsumi Tanezaki as Kakeru Ijichi
Emiri Katō as Hibiki Ijichi

Shin Mita is directing the series at TMS Entertainment’s number 6 Studio. Kazuhiko Inukai is handling the series scripts. Rion Matsuda is the character designer and chief animation director, and Kō Satō is composing the music.

Additional staff members include:

Art Director: Teruhiko Niita
Color Key Artist: Ayaka Iwamoto
CG Director: Atsushi Kimura
Compositing Director of Photography: Yūsuke Noguchi
Editing: Tomoki Nagasaka

Where Can I Watch Gals Can’t Be Kind to Otaku!?

Gals Can't Be Kind to Otaku anime key visual — © のりしろちゃん・魚住さかな／コアミックス,「オタクに優しいギャルはいない!?」製作委員会

The Gals Can’t Be Kind to Otaku!? anime is airing on the IMAnimation W programming block on TV Asahi and affiliate channels in Japan, and Crunchyroll is streaming the anime in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, CIS and Indian Subcontinent.

What is Gals Can’t Be Kind to Otaku!? About?

Norishiro-chan and Uozumi launched the Gals Can’t Be Kind to Otaku!? manga series in Coamix’s Monthly Comic Zenon magazine in August 2021. Norishiro-chan writes the manga with art by Uozumi, and Coamix is releasing the manga series in Japan.

Yen Press licenses the manga in English and describes the series:

Meet Takuya Seo, an otaku who sits behind the popular gals in class, Ijichi and Amane. Since they’re people from different “castes,” you wouldn’t expect them to have much in common. But when their worlds collide over a borrowed eraser, Takuya slips up about his favorite anime, and Amane…is rather quick to correct him. She says she’s not a fan, but her familiarity with the series suggests otherwise. Could she be…a fellow geek?!

The One Piece Anime Remake Gets a New Teaser Trailer

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Soul Kiwami

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June 24, 2026

The official teaser trailer for WIT Studio’s upcoming The One Piece anime remake has been released ahead of the anime’s February 2027 premiere. As previously announced, the first episode of The One Piece will be titled “Romance Dawn,” and there will be 7 total episodes dropping at once on Netflix

Masashi Koizuka directs the anime at WIT Studio, and Hideaki Abe is the assistant director. Kyoji Asano and Takatoshi Honda are the character designers and chief animation directors. Yasuhiro Kajino is in charge of image board and creature design, and Eri Taguchi is in charge of prop design. Taku Kishimoto is in charge of series scripts, Ken Imaizumi and Shuhei Fukuda is the action animator, Tomonori Kuroda is the art director, and Ryōma Kawamura is the animation producer.

Before the remake premieres, Toei Animation is airing the One Piece Elbaph Arc anime on Fuji TV. Crunchyroll is streaming the anime outside Japan. Ryūta Koike is producing the anime series with returning staff at Toei Animation.

Aina The End performs the opening theme song “Luminous,” and rock band 36km/h performs the ending theme song “Sono Mirai (That Future).”

The cast includes:

Mayumi Tanaka as Monkey D. Luffy
Akemi Okamura as Nami
Chō as Brook
Hiroaki Hirata as Sanji
Ikue Ōtani as Tony Tony Chopper
Kappei Yamaguchi as Usopp
Katsuhisa Hōki as Jimbei
Kazuya Nakai as Roronoa Zoro
Subaru Kimura as Franky
Yuriko Yamaguchi as Nico Robin
Ayane Sakura as Gerd
Ryōta Takeuchi as Road
Yūichi Nakamura as Loki

Lastly, the One Piece manga has been serialized since July 1997. Fans can read the manga weekly on VIZ Media and Manga Plus in English.

Kazuma Kaneko’s Tsukuyomi Releases on PC on July 24

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June 24, 2026

COLOPL has announced the upcoming release of Kazuma Kaneko’s Tsukuyomi for PC via Steam on July 24. The game first launched for Nintendo Switch on April 23.

Kazuma Kaneko’s Tsukuyomi will support English, Japanese, Korean, Traditional Chinese, and Simplified Chinese as its language options. The second DLC, ‘The Divine Artist K’s True Manifestation Set – Part Two’, will also launch on July 24, giving players access to new resources such as cards for use in combat. The Steam store page is currently not available in the US.

The game’s official website gives a story synopsis and description of the mechanics as follows:

Tokyo, 20XX.
Rising from the bay stands “THE HASHIRA”—a massive, high-tech complex dominating the skyline. It was supposed to be the pinnacle of luxury living. A perfect fusion of design and technology. But that dream died overnight.

A plasma barrier snapped shut around the tower, sealing it off from the rest of the world. Trapped inside, the residents had nowhere to run as the “Jinma”—abominations from beyond the rift—began their slaughter.

In the midst of this nightmare, Izayoi Tsukuyomi, an agent of the NCO, steps into the breach. His mission: infiltrate the demon-infested skyscraper. Waiting at the summit is either the restoration of order… or ruin at the hands of an ancient god.

Battle

The Tsukuyomi fight using “Jinma Cards”—sealed vessels of gods and demons. With a 3-card hand, this unique system lets you dictate offense and defense in a single, split-second action. Experience fast, strategic combat.

Dungeon

The interior of “THE HASHIRA” features an ever-changing structure. Exploration brings you face-to-face with trapped survivors and wandering Jinma via map events. How you respond to these encounters will drastically alter your path forward.

Tsukuyomi Level

Upon defeat or when shifting investigations, your stock of Jinma Cards and items will reset. However, your hard-earned EXP and Level are retained. Leveling up the Tsukuyomi unlocks permanent bonuses to aid you in future runs.

Okami’s Jinma Card

As you explore, the mysterious god Okami will bestow upon you “Creation Cards”—special Jinma Cards with unique properties. These cards boast powerful abilities that evolve based on your choices during the run. Even after defeat, they are archived for future use, expanding your deck-building strategies with every attempt.

LIGHT: Black Cat & Amnesia Girl Releases for PlayStation 5 on November 5

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Saras Rajpal

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June 24, 2026

LIGHT: Black Cat & Amnesia Girl Releases for PlayStation 5 on November 5

COSEN has announced that it will release a PlayStation 5 port of LIGHT: Black Cat & Amnesia Girl from Daylight Studio. The port will release on November 5.

The PlayStation 5 version will be available both physically and digitally in Japan exclusively. The physical standard edition will cost 4,950 yen, while the limited edition will cost 11,000 yen. It supports English, Japanese, Korean, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Thai, Indonesian, Malay, and Russian language options. Check out the trailer revealing the PlayStation 5 port of LIGHT: Black Cat & Amnesia Girl below:

LIGHT: Black Cat & Amnesia Girl is available now on PC via Steam. The game initially released for the platform on April 14, 2022. It is unknown if it will come to other platforms at a later date. The store page describes the game as follows:

LIGHT: Black Cat & Amnesia Girl is a 3D adventure puzzle game, in which you play as a cat. You will help a little girl who has lost her memory escape by leading her through four-level mazes with different style.

In the adventure of LIGHT: Black Cat & Amnesia Girl, you take on the role of a mysterious black cat who leads an exciting adventure for a little girl who has lost her memory.

Set in a dark and spooky fantasy, explore this world with care as you face the omnipresent dark monsters.

As a cat, there’s only so much you can do, so do your best to guide the little girl to solve the puzzle that leads to the exit. Look around carefully and be careful not to let her make the wrong decision.

VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS ‘Legacy’ Music Video Released

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Saras Rajpal

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June 24, 2026

VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS 'Legacy' Music Video Released

SEGA has released a music video for VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS, that highlights the game’s theme, “Legacy.” The game will release in 2027.

Yasuyuki Nagata composed and arranged the track, El Gran Nael was responsible for both the rap vocals and lyrics, Yuki Kanesaka produced said rap vocals, Kenji Nakai was the recording engineer, Yoshitada Miya was the mix engineer, and Crush 40 member Jun Senoue was the sound supervisor. Check out the music video for “Legacy” from VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS below:

Lastly, SEGA describes VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS as follows:

VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS breaks from traditional competitive fighting games by delivering a narrative-driven action-adventure where story and combat seamlessly intertwine. Centered on the theme of “crossroads,” players will experience a high-stakes omnibus narrative through the eyes of four different protagonists, each driven by their own convictions and burdened by their pasts. Along the way, they will be able to explore a living, breathing city filled with activities and choice encounters. Choices made in and out of battle forge alliances, determine consequences, and shape destinies.

The Next Generation of Virtua Fighter Combat

Throughout the story, players will experience a variety of intense combat situations, complete with multi-opponent brawls and boss encounters. This distinct mode will live alongside a robust Versus mode experience, featuring a full suite of local and online options. The control scheme also carries forward the streamlined and intuitive design Virtua Fighter is known for, enhancing both tactical depth and visual realism, all while elevating the signature mind games to a whole new level.

A Gripping Narrative Crafted by Prominent Talent

A team of acclaimed writers across a range of entertainment and genre backgrounds have come together to work on the story for the game, including:

- World Building Supervisor: David Hayter (X-Men, Watchmen, Wolves)
- Lead Writer: Brad Kane
  - Ghost of Tsushima (Writer)—WINNER: Game of the Year, The Game Awards 2020
  - As Dusk Falls (Lead Writer)—NOMINEE: Games for Impact, The Game Awards 2022
  - You vs. Wild: Out Cold (Writer/Co-Producer)—WINNER: Outstanding Interactive Program, 49th Daytime Creative Arts & Lifestyle Emmy Awards
- Scenario Director: Tsuyoshi Furuta (Like A Dragon series, JUDGMENT, LOST JUDGMENT)
- Scenario Writer: Shinji Yamamoto (Persona 5 Royal, Persona 5, Persona 4: Dancing All Night, Persona 3, Shin Megami Tensei IV, Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Summoner: Raidou Kuzunoha vs. the King Abaddon)

Key Details on the Plot Synopsis

“The use of firearms in this city will be punished by death.”

In the year 20XX, the Arma Carta ended an era of bloodshed in Vilasapara, allowing the crime syndicates operating there to establish a tenuous balance. Until now.

President Bato has made Vilasapara a key part of his reelection campaign, as he positions the city’s “Vila Fight Fest” as the solution to the country’s economic woes. He seeks to bring the underground fighting tournament to the world stage as a national sport. His plans are probably unrelated to the recent series of attacks on martial artists by a man dubbed The Bakunawa Killer, but who can truly say.

It is at this crossroads that the fates of four strangers will intersect, causing phantoms from decades past begin to stir… and changing the city of Vilasapara forever.

Known as the “City of Martial Arts,” this island city is composed of multiple distinct districts, including a walled central city, entertainment districts, and resort areas. In addition to the main storyline, players can explore various side stories and quests, each featuring unique locations tied to each narrative and highlighting the connections formed with the locals. Richly brought to life by RGG Studio, Vilasapara serves as a melting pot of hidden agendas that shapes the world of this story.

Pokémon TCG Pocket Expansion ‘Everyday Wonders’ Releases on June 29

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Saras Rajpal

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June 24, 2026

Pokémon TCG Pocket Expansion 'Everyday Wonders' Releases on June 29

The Pokémon Company has revealed a new expansion for Pokémon TCG Pocket, titled “Everyday Wonders,” which releases on June 29. It will feature Pokémon like Pikachu, Piplup, Snorlax, Greedent, and Sylveon.

The expansion focuses on the “cute and charming aspects of Pokémon,” like Pikachu standing on a tree stump, Snorlax taking a nap, and Rockruff staring out a window. Players will be able to make these new cards even cuter, with a set of new adorable backdrops and covers that depict all the featured Pokémon. It will be available on Wednesday, July 1. Additionally, the new expansion will feature the following events:

Everyday Wonders Emblem Event (early July – mid-July): Players can compete in battles for a chance to obtain new emblems, shinedust and other items
Community Week (mid-late July): Players can trade and share cards to obtain trade hourglasses, accessories, and other rewards.
Hisuian Zoruas Drop Event (mid-late July): Players can tackle special solo battles to obtain B Series promo packs vol. 10.
Wonder Pick Event (mid-late July): Promo cards featuring Growlithe and Emolga will appear in Wonder Picks. During this event period, there will also be missions that allow players to obtain an event shop ticket which can be exchanged for a promo card at the Shop.

Check out the trailer for the “Everyday Wonders” Pokémon TCG Pocket expansion below:

Lastly, Pokémon TCG Pocket is available now for Android and iOS. Last year, Pokémon TCG Pocket took home the iPhone Game of the Year 2025 award and Google Play Best Game of 2025 award.