Pokémon TCG Live Delta Reign release time is Thursday, 5 November 2026, at 5:00 PM GMT in the UK. That’s 9:00 AM PST on the US West Coast and noon EST in the Eastern time zone. The digital Mega Evolution: Delta Reign expansion arrives in Pokémon TCG Live a day before the physical trading cards release on Friday, 6 November.
At launch, the game’s Shop will add Delta Reign booster packs and bundles, while eligible physical product codes become redeemable. The new Battle Pass, November Ranked Ladder and Build & Battle event all begin at the same time. The client update on 3 November is separate, so don’t mistake that maintenance date for the Pokémon TCG Live Delta Reign release time.
Pokémon TCG Live Delta Reign release time: UK and US launch times
Pokémon’s release notice confirms a single global opening time of 17:00 UTC on 5 November. Britain has returned to GMT by then. The US has also moved back to standard time, giving the following local hours for the Pokémon TCG Live Delta Reign release time.
| Location | 5 November launch |
|---|---|
| UK | 5 PM GMT |
| US East | 12 PM EST |
| US West | 9 AM PST |
| UTC | 17:00 |
Digital cards, physical packs and version 1.44
Three dates matter here: version 1.44 and scheduled maintenance on Tuesday, 3 November; the Pokémon TCG Live Delta Reign release time on Thursday, 5 November; and the physical card release on Friday, 6 November. Updating the app on Tuesday won’t unlock the new cards ahead of their launch.
Pokémon says new Delta Reign cards can be played across all modes in TCG Live. Mega Rayquaza ex leads the expansion alongside Mega Malamar ex, Mega Golisopod ex and Mega Golurk ex. The set also introduces Legendary Stadiums, made by combining two separate Stadium cards. Check each card’s actual wording when building decks.
What unlocks at the Delta Reign release time?
Launch day also starts several new in-game events. The Battle Pass begins with a free Mega Rayquaza ex deck for every Trainer and runs until 4 February 2027. Tier 50 awards a Mega Malamar ex deck. The November Ranked Ladder starts with Mega Rayquaza-themed accessories, and a Delta Reign Build & Battle rotation opens as well.
Delta Reign booster packs and bundles appear in the Shop when the digital expansion opens. Code cards included with eligible physical products are individually redeemable; there isn’t a universal code that gives everyone free packs.
How to redeem Pokémon TCG Live Delta Reign codes
Once the Pokémon TCG Live Delta Reign release time has passed, redeem eligible codes through the normal system. On Windows, macOS and Android, open Shop > Redeem. On iPhone, use the official browser redemption route. Check the account and reward before claiming. Our code redemption guide covers the device differences.
What if the Delta Reign cards aren’t showing?
Before the advertised hour, the new cards and rewards are not expected to be available just because version 1.44 has installed. If it’s already past 5 PM GMT on Thursday and the Shop hasn’t updated, check Pokémon’s maintenance announcements first. Make sure version 1.44 is installed and restart the client before trying again.
The free Mega Rayquaza ex Battle Pass deck is for TCG Live. TCG Pocket has a separate Mega Rayquaza ex gift in a different game, with different menus. Don’t follow Pocket gift-claim instructions to find the Live Battle Pass reward.
Pokémon TCG Live Delta Reign release time FAQ
Is Delta Reign out on 5 November or 6 November?
The digital expansion arrives Thursday, 5 November at 5 PM GMT. Physical Delta Reign packs officially release on Friday, 6 November.
Do the Battle Pass and Ranked Ladder start at launch?
Yes. Pokémon confirms that both begin with the expansion, along with Build & Battle. Their reward schedules differ, so don’t assume they all end together.
The Pokémon TCG Live Delta Reign release time is 5 PM GMT on Thursday, 5 November. Check the Shop and new Battle Pass when the update arrives, then use the cards in your preferred game mode.
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Official source: Pokémon TCG Live Delta Reign release announcement.
