Pokémon Sets of 2024 – Six Expansions & Release Dates

Updated on October 6, 2026.

Six English Pokémon TCG expansions were released during 2024. The year began with Shiny Pokémon in Paldean Fates and concluded with Pikachu and Stellar Tera Pokémon ex in Surging Sparks. In between, the releases included Ogerpon's debut, the return of ACE SPEC, and Terapagos, among others.

Here you will get the release dates and a comparison of the sets' themes, so you can choose what you want to collect. The overview covers English Scarlet & Violet expansions; Japanese sets and separate promo releases are not included.

All English Pokémon sets 2024 and release dates

The dates refer to the expansions' English launch. Individual products may have been released later. Click on a set name to see our range for the expansion.

Paldean Fates: familiar Pokémon in Shiny versions

Paldean Fates gives the Scarlet & Violet series a distinct Shiny theme: Pokémon in colors other than their usual versions. It is a concrete starting point for those who want to collect color variants of favorites, rather than solely following the value of the cards.

This is a special set without a standard English 36-pack booster box. Therefore, compare ETBs, bundles, and other packaging based on content and price per pack. See Paldean Fates products.

Temporal Forces: Ancient, Future and ACE SPEC

Temporal Forces builds on Ancient and Future Pokémon and marks the return of ACE SPEC, a card category with special rules for deck building. This makes the expansion interesting to explore when you want to understand how different cards interact in the game.

For collectors, the meeting between prehistoric and futuristic Pokémon can be a theme in itself. Choose cards based on the style you like; the set is not just for players. Explore Temporal Forces.

Twilight Masquerade: Ogerpon and the tales from Kitakami

Twilight Masquerade takes the card game to Kitakami and introduces Ogerpon with its various masks. For those of you familiar with the area from Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, the set is a way to collect the characters from that environment.

It also provides a clear collection goal: choose, for example, Ogerpon or some illustrations from the expansion. Read our guide to Twilight Masquerade or see the products from the set.

Shrouded Fable: Pecharunt and the Loyal Three

Shrouded Fable continues on the Kitakami track with Pecharunt, Okidogi, Munkidori and Fezandipiti. It is an alternative if you like these particular Pokémon and want to build further on the same world as in Twilight Masquerade.

Shrouded Fable is also a special set without a standard English 36-pack booster box. Also check product dates: not all packaging was released on the expansion's first day. See Shrouded Fable.

Stellar Crown: Terapagos and Stellar Tera Pokémon ex

With Stellar Crown, Terapagos and Stellar Tera Pokémon ex take center stage. Among the Pokémon in the theme are also Cinderace, Lapras, and Galvantula. The expansion is worth taking a closer look at if you appreciate the crystalline appearance of the Terastal forms.

Read our guide to Stellar Crown for a more detailed review or explore the Stellar Crown products.

Surging Sparks: Pikachu and an illustration pair with Latias and Latios

Surging Sparks concludes the year's English expansions with, among other things, Pikachu ex. But there are more ways to start collecting the set: Latias and Latios have illustrations that belong together, while Hydreigon and Alolan Exeggutor provide other entry points for fans of these Pokémon.

Our Surging Sparks guide goes through cards and product choices. You can also compare Surging Sparks products directly.

Which of the 2024 sets should you choose?

• You want to collect Shiny Pokémon: start with the card list for Paldean Fates.
• You like the Ancient and Future theme: take a look at Temporal Forces.
• You like Kitakami and Ogerpon: compare Twilight Masquerade with Shrouded Fable for Pecharunt and the Loyal Three.
• You appreciate the Stellar Tera theme: compare Stellar Crown and Surging Sparks.
• You are building a deck: start from the cards the deck needs and check current format legality. The release year alone does not determine what you can play.

First, choose a theme or some cards you want. Then decide if you want to open packs for the experience or buy specific single cards. No set is automatically the best for every collector.

Choose products based on your goal

Booster packs are suitable for smaller openings, while booster boxes provide more packs from a main expansion. An Elite Trainer Box combines packs with accessories. Compare exact contents and price per pack, especially between special sets and main expansions.

If you want to continue collecting over several years, we have a list of English Pokémon expansions. To organize your cards, you can read the guide to sleeves, binders, and card protection.

Sources

The sets' themes and releases can be verified at Pokémon: Paldean Fates, Temporal Forces, Twilight Masquerade, Shrouded Fable, Stellar Crown and Surging Sparks.

Frequently asked questions about Pokémon sets 2024

How many English expansions were released in 2024?

Six within the Scarlet & Violet series: four main expansions and two special sets. Separate promos are not included here.

Why can't I find a 36-pack box for Paldean Fates or Shrouded Fable?

They are special sets and were not launched as standard English booster boxes with 36 packs. Packs are available in other product types.

Can I start collecting a set from 2024 later?

Yes. Choose based on the cards you want to collect and check current availability and prices. You do not need to collect the most recently released expansion.