Confirmed· Nintendo· Published Aug 29, 2026

Pokémon TCG Pocket announces dual-type cards

Pokémon TCG Pocket announced dual-type cards during the PokémonXP panel, beginning with Mega Mewtwo X ex, which is both Psychic- and Fighting-type; more Pokémon are scheduled to roll out from October 2026.

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Signal Summary

The announcement confirms that Pokémon TCG Pocket will introduce dual-type cards, with Mega Mewtwo X ex as the first revealed example. The source says additional Pokémon will follow starting in October 2026, but does not provide an exact date or identify which Pokémon will be included.

Why It Matters

The rollout expands the card categories available in Pokémon TCG Pocket and establishes October 2026 as the starting point for broader additions. The scope of that expansion remains open until the additional Pokémon and a specific release date are announced.

DNA Read

This signal is confirmed by an official announcement source, so confidence is set at 93/100. Although it currently comes mainly from a single official source, the official publication itself is sufficient grounds for confirmation.

Evidence

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  • OfficialThe Official Pokémon YouTube channelVideoOriginal

    Dual-Type Cards Are Coming! | Pokémon TCG Pocket | Official Trailer

    The Official Pokémon YouTube channel · @pokemon

    “ICYMI: Awesome dual-type cards were announced during the Pokémon TCG Pocket panel at PokémonXP! 🥳 Get ready for dual-type cards, starting with Mega Mewtwo X ex—a dual Psychic- and Fighting-type—and more Pokémon rolling out starting October 2026!…”