Pokemon Trading Cards Likely Returning to McDonald's Happy Meals This Year

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It seems that Pokemon fans can look forward to the return of Pokemon trading cards in McDonald's Happy Meals later this year. The collaboration between Pokemon and McDonald's has been ongoing for over a decade, with Pokemon cards being included in Happy Meals annually since 2011, along with various other promotions.

Currently, a Pokemon x McDonald's collaboration is taking place in Japan, where toys based on the Pokemon Horizons anime series are being offered in Happy Meals for a limited time. These toys are inspired by core characters from the anime and are being released in waves.

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While it's unclear if these Pokemon toys will be available outside Japan, it seems likely that the trading cards will make their way to other regions. According to a report from PokeBeach, McDonald's in France is scheduled to host its Pokemon TCG promotion from December 4, 2024, to January 21, 2025. Historically, the French promotion occurs "a month or two" after the U.S. promotion, suggesting that U.S. fans could see the return of Pokemon cards in Happy Meals this fall, possibly in October or November. Although the promotion typically takes place earlier in the year, the reason for this year's delay is unclear. However, it's important to note that there has been no official announcement regarding the U.S. promotion, so fans should temper their expectations for now.

The timing of the Pokemon TCG promotion at McDonald's might coincide with the launch of the Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket mobile game, a new mobile version of the Pokemon Trading Card Game that has generated considerable excitement. While the exact release date for the mobile app hasn't been announced, it's expected to launch sometime in 2024, though there's no guarantee it will align with the McDonald's promotion.

In the meantime, Pokemon fans can anticipate new card releases later this year and into 2025. With no new main series Pokemon games slated for 2024, the card game will likely continue to draw inspiration from Scarlet and Violet for the foreseeable future.