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The Latest Pokémon Sets Coming in 2025 – What Has Arrived and What’s Next?

This article is written for a balanced mix of all Pokémon collectors, including hobbyists, TCG parents and casual fans.

Pokémon TCG in 2025 – A Huge Year for Collectors

2025 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting years the Pokémon TCG has seen in a long time. We are already seeing major releases arrive in both English and Japanese, along with early previews and product leaks showing what is coming later in the year. Whether you collect for nostalgia, play the game casually or love chasing big hits, there is a lot to look forward to.

As always, collectors across the UK are already preparing their pulls for pokemon card grading, and MGC is ready to help you turn your new hits into beautifully encapsulated keepsakes.

What Has Arrived Already in 2025?

Japanese Early-Year Releases

The Japanese market always kicks off the year first, and 2025 has continued that trend with several early drops that are expected to form the basis of English sets later in the year.

Blue Shock and Red Flash Revival – A pair of sets that modernise classic mechanics and bring a fresh wave of artwork. Already popular with collectors who enjoy early Japanese releases.
Premium Collector Subsets – Japan continues producing limited-run mini sets that feature exclusive holo patterns and upgraded rarities, which often become chase cards in English sets later on.
New Ace Spec Cards – The return of Ace Spec cards has been welcomed by collectors, with Japanese sets featuring unique, highly competitive prints.

Many collectors are already using MGC to get pokemon cards graded as soon as these Japanese cards land in the UK.

English Releases So Far

The English release schedule has started strong, with sets based on Japanese late 2024 expansions now arriving across retailers in the UK. These typically form the foundation of the first and second major English releases of the year.

First Mainline 2025 Set – Featuring a blend of new Pokémon, upgraded card templates and several rare art cards which have become instant favourites with collectors.
New Starter Products – Elite Trainer Boxes, Build and Battle Kits and special bundles are already widely available, perfect for parents and new collectors entering the hobby.
EX Era Continuation – The EX mechanic continues to evolve, with 2025 sets offering stronger foiling, better pull rates and more premium card textures than previous years.

What Pokémon Sets Are Coming Later in 2025?

Major Summer and Autumn Releases

The middle of the year is always stacked with flagship releases. Although exact English names are not confirmed until closer to launch, we already know the Japanese equivalents and themes that will set the tone for the English sets.

A Mythical and Legendary Focus – Several trademark filings suggest a return of classic Legendary Pokémon in special art cards.
High-End Collector Boxes – The Premium Collection products rumoured for autumn 2025 will include exclusive full-art promos.
Major Japanese Seasonal Set – Typically released in September in Japan, this set often becomes one of the most valuable English products of the whole year.

Holiday and Winter Sets

Towards the end of the year, Pokémon usually releases collector-focused side sets. These often contain alternate artworks, gold cards, and reprints of fan favourite rarities.

Special Holiday Subset – Expected to contain a mixture of reprints and alternate arts, perfect for grading.
Exclusive Gift Tins and Boxes – Usually featuring promo cards that become popular grading choices with TCG Parents and Casual Fans.

Why You Should Grade Your 2025 Pokémon Pulls with MGC

Whether you are ripping the newest English sets or picking up Japanese boosters as soon as they drop, the next step for many collectors is grading their best hits. MGC offers fast, reliable service throughout the UK and is known as a trusted pokemon grading company.

Benefits of Grading Your New Releases

Protection from day one – Early grading keeps your cards safe from scratches and corner damage.
Value boost – High grades can significantly increase long term value.
Display ready – MGC slabs are clean, modern and perfect for collectors who want a premium presentation.
No hidden fees – Simple, transparent grading for all collectors.

New sets always bring new chase cards, and if you hit something special, grading can help turn a lucky pull into a long term collectible. Many collectors submit cards through MGC as soon as they launch so they can sell or display their pulls without stress.

You can easily grade your cards through our membership programme for extra savings.

Where to Grade Your Japanese and English 2025 Cards

Whether you buy English releases from UK retailers or import the newest Japanese sets directly, MGC makes it simple to submit your cards for grading. You can post your cards to us or use a Local Submission Hub if you prefer handing them in face to face.

Once your cards return in their slabs, you can show them off, store them safely or add them to your binder as part of your growing collection of pokémon graded cards.

Final Thoughts

2025 is already delivering huge excitement for the Pokémon TCG, and with more English and Japanese releases on the way, now is the perfect time to begin collecting, ripping and grading your favourite cards. Whether you are chasing the latest full arts, collecting with your children or building a long term collection, MGC is here to help you protect every important pull.