Pokémon TCG: Prismatic Evolutions Shortage Explained

Summary

• The Pokémon Company acknowledges widespread shortages of Pokémon TCG: Prismatic Evolutions and thanks fans for their patience.
• Reprints of Prismatic Evolutions products are in production and will soon be distributed.

The Pokémon Company has officially addressed the significant shortages affecting its highly anticipated Pokémon TCG: Prismatic Evolutions expansion. This marks the first public acknowledgment of the issue, following weeks of fan concerns on social media. Initially announced in November 2024 with pre-orders opening shortly after, Prismatic Evolutions was slated for international release on January 17th, 2025. However, widespread shortages have impacted availability globally, including the United States.

In response to the ongoing complaints, The Pokémon Company issued a statement confirming the product scarcity and assuring fans that they are actively working to increase production and distribution. A company representative stated to IGN, "We understand this inconvenience can be disappointing for fans, and we are actively working to print more of the impacted Pokémon TCG products as quickly as possible and at maximum capacity."

Pokémon TCG: Prismatic Evolutions Reprints Imminent

The statement confirms that reprints of Prismatic Evolutions are currently underway and will be distributed to licensed distributors as quickly as possible. While a specific release date for these reprints wasn't provided, the company’s commitment to expedited distribution offers some reassurance to eager collectors. Although online speculation has blamed scalpers for the shortages, The Pokémon Company attributed the issue to “high demand.”

"We understand this inconvenience can be disappointing for fans, and we are actively working to print more of the impacted Pokémon TCG products as quickly as possible and at maximum capacity."

More Pokémon TCG: Prismatic Evolutions Products on the Way

Beyond the reprints, The Pokémon Company also announced additional Prismatic Evolutions products launching in the coming months. This aligns with the initial November 2024 announcement which included a broader release schedule.

Further releases include a Mini Tin and Surprise Box (February 7th), a Booster Bundle and Accessory Pouch Special Collection (March 7th and April 25th respectively), a Super-Premium Collection (May 16th), and a Premium Figure Collection (September 26th). Players can also obtain cards from the set early by participating in the Pokémon TCG Live mobile game's Battle Pass, starting January 16th.

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