The 2026 Pokémon World Championships will be held concurrently with the inaugural official fan convention, PokémonXP. However, that doesn't mean there won't be any exciting major announcements at the closing ceremony of the Pokémon World Championships. Below is everything you need to know about the announcements made during the 2026 Pokémon World Championships, as shared with us by Tsunehiro Ishihara, President and CEO of The Pokémon Company.

The new movie "Pokémon Wild Card" will be released in 2027

After seven years, a brand-new Pokémon animated movie is on the horizon. Entitled "Pokémon Wild Card," the movie is slated for release in 2027. The protagonist of the film is a Pokémon TCG player, and a Mimikyu makes an appearance.

The 2027 Pokémon World Championships will be held in Singapore

The 2027 Pokémon World Championships will be held in Singapore, marking the first time the event returns to Asia since it was held in Yokohama, Japan, in 2023.

More content, including Xie Duo Lan En and Z-Mega evolution, is soon to be added to Pokémon Champions

The all-new Z-Mega Evolution, Celebi, and more Pokémon will join Pokémon Champions on September 9th, Japan Standard Time.

The Armored Mewtwo returns to Pokémon GO, and the Mega-Evolved Pokémon gains additional special moves

Starting from the Pokémon GO Fest 2026 Mega Finale, eligible Mega Evolved Pokémon will receive an additional Special Move, and the Armor Mewtwo will make its comeback after six years.

New ex Star Pokémon TCG expansion pack announced

The official announcement reveals a brand-new series featuring legendary mythical creatures such as the Water Spirit, Thunder God, and Fire Emperor, as well as the all-new "Mega Attack Rare" cards.

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