Black Friday is like a bonus holiday for Pokémon TCG fans. We’re talking about deck building, chasing rare cards, or just stockpiling boosters for a rainy day. This year’s Black Friday deals are stacked with good finds. From big boxes packed with collectibles to pre-built decks ready for action, we’ve combed through the Electro-Web (thank you) to highlight the best ones. Let’s get into it!
Pokémon TCG: Premium / Ex Boxes
Premium and Ex boxes take things up a notch with exclusive cards, collectible figures, and extra booster packs to sweeten the deal. Highlights this year include the Scarlet & Violet—Paldean Fates ex Premium Collection, which combines great gameplay with collector appeal, and one more standout box featuring a familiar fire starter.
Pokémon TCG: Big Boxes
Big boxes are a mix of everything we love about Pokémon TCG, which includes promo cards, booster packs, and fun extras. They’re perfect for new players looking to dive in or seasoned collectors adding another prize to their shelf. This year’s lineup has options like the Scarlet & Violet Build & Battle Stadiums, which focus on competitive play, and the Pokémon TCG Classic, a sleek, display-worthy set for serious fans.
Highlight: Charizard ex Super Premium Collection
If Charizard isn’t already the king of your collection, this box might make it happen. Inside, you’ll find a foil promo Charizard ex card, 10 booster packs, and a code for Pokémon TCG Live. But the star of the show? A Charizard figure that looks straight out of an action scene, complete with translucent flames and a slot to display your favorite card. It’s flashy, fun, and kind of a no-brainer if you love this fire-breathing icon (fine, fire/flying).
Pokémon TCG: Booster Packs, Boxes and Tins
There’s something undeniably satisfying about tearing open a booster pack to see what pulls are inside. This year’s Black Friday lineup includes crowd-pleasers like the Scarlet & Violet — Paldea Evolved Booster Display Box and even themed packs like the Trick or Trade BOOster Bundle. Chasing rare pulls or bolstering your deck? This is the time to stock up.
Pokémon TCG: Elite Trainer Boxes
Elite Trainer Boxes (ETBs) are like survival kits for Pokémon players. They include booster packs, dice, markers, and even themed card sleeves to keep your setup looking sharp. The Scarlet & Violet series continues to deliver with options like the Temporal Forces and Stellar Crown ETBs. These are great for anyone who plays, collects, or likes having everything in one tidy box.
Highlight: Scarlet & Violet Stellar Crown Elite Trainer Box
The Stellar Crown Elite Trainer Box might be the MVP of this year’s ETBs. It packs nine booster packs, a full-art foil Noctowl promo card, and 65-themed sleeves featuring Terapagos in all its glory. Add dice, markers, and a collector’s box, and you’re set for both battles and showing off your collection. It’s practical, but it still brings plenty of flash.
Pokémon TCG: Pre-Built Decks
Pre-built decks are the ultimate convenience for players who don’t want to spend hours fine-tuning their strategy. This year’s options include everything from beginner-friendly sets like My First Battle to the Chien-Pao ex and Kangaskhan ex Battle Decks for competitive players. If you’re ready to shuffle up and go, these are calling your name.
Best Nintendo Switch Game Black Friday Deals
There are plenty of Nintendo Switch digital game deals to consider, especially if you’re picking up a console too. The current best offers include Persona 5 Royal for $14.99 , alongside new games like Sonic x Shadow Generations for $37.49 or last years GOTY contender The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom for $49.99, and plenty more. Have a look over our top picks in the sale, or take up the challenge yourself and have a gander over the many, many discounts found at Best Buy right now.
When Is Black Friday 2024?
We’re in the home stretch: Black Friday falls on November 29 this year. All month long, retailers have been rolling out sales, ramping up to massive discounts on Black Friday and through the weekend into Cyber Monday. We already know what PlayStation and Xbox have in store, and most general deals will be available well in advance.
Christian Wait is a contributing freelancer for IGN covering everything collectable and deals. Christian has over 7 years of experience in the Gaming and Tech industry with bylines at Mashable and Pocket-Tactics. Christian also makes hand-painted collectibles for Saber Miniatures. Christian is also the author of “Pokemon Ultimate Unofficial Gaming Guide by GamesWarrior”. Find Christian on X @ChrisReggieWait.
