The Pokémon Company has officially responded to player frustrations regarding availability of recent Pokémon Trading Card Game releases. In a new public statement, the company confirmed upcoming reprints while outlining plans to improve product distribution.
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The recent Destined Rivals expansion launch encountered multiple challenges, including limited stock, pre-order fulfillment issues, and reseller interference. Other high-demand sets like Prismatic Evolutions and Blooming Waters collections have similarly been difficult to obtain.
In an official announcement, The Pokémon Company acknowledged fans are "having trouble purchasing select Pokémon TCG products due to overwhelming demand." The statement continued: "We recognize how frustrating this situation can be and are currently producing additional quantities of affected products at maximum capacity. Reprints should reach authorized retailers in the near future."
The company outlined several manufacturing and distribution improvements, including:
- Increased production capacity for upcoming expansions
- Ongoing reprints of popular existing products
- Enhanced inventory allocation for Pokémon Center online store
The statement also indirectly addressed reseller concerns: "For Pokémon Center releases, we prioritize authentic fans through technological solutions that help facilitate fair purchasing." The company currently implements virtual queue systems during high-demand periods and is evaluating additional anti-scalping measures.
"We appreciate our community's patience and support as we work to improve product availability," the statement concluded. These commitments could significantly improve accessibility for both collectors and competitive players when new sets launch.
