The Pokémon TCG is entering a new era with the highly anticipated comeback of Mega Evolutions! Several upcoming Japanese sets have been revealed or filed by The Pokémon Company, marking a major wave of releases set for late 2025 and early 2026. Notable names include Inferno X, Ninja Spinner, Storm Emeralda, MEGA Dream ex, and Abyss Eye.
Here are the key details:
Upcoming Mega Evolution Sets
| Set | Confirmed / Estimated Release | Highlighted Mega Pokémon | Notes |
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| Inferno X | Confirmed: September 26, 2025 | Mega Charizard X ex | Japanese title: インフェルノX. Its release officially marks the return of Mega Evolutions, the first since 2016. |
| Ninja Spinner | Estimated: October 2025 | Probably Mega Greninja ex | Name filed June 2025; speculation around Greninja centered mechanics. |
| Storm Emeralda | Estimated: Nov/Dec 2025 | Mega Rayquaza ex | Likely to draw heavily on the Hoenn/Emerald lore. |
| MEGA Dream ex | Likely: Late Nov 2025 | Multi-Mega ex Cards (premium) | Expected to be a collector-focused set with shiny/alternate art cards. |
| Abyss Eye | Estimated: January 2026 | Possibly Mega Gengar, Mega Absol or similar | Theme appears dark, abyssal—community speculates deep-sea or shadow types. |
What This Means for Players & Collectors
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Mega Evolutions had been absent for many years; Inferno X will be the first set to officially reintroduce them. This could mark a broader revival of Mega mechanics.
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Sets such as MEGA Dream ex suggest premium formats with high-tier collectible items (alternate arts, AR/SAR cards).
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Themes like Storm Emeralda and Abyss Eye appear to bring back fan-favorite Mega Pokémon and darker, dramatic themes—likely very appealing to collectors looking for standout cards.
All these upcoming expansions are expected to be available for preorder or release through Nippon Figures!
