The Pokémon Center is currently experiencing an outage, likely due to the overwhelming traffic from fans eager to order the latest card set. Pokémon Scarlet and Violet: Destined Rivals was fully revealed today, with pre-orders now live. However, many fans have struggled to access the site since those orders began.
The Pokémon Center either places users into a queue or displays a message indicating that the site is temporarily unavailable. This surge in traffic appears directly correlated with the excitement surrounding Destined Rivals.
Reports indicate that even when customers manage to gain access, they often find products not appearing in listings or they get redirected back to the queue screen. This has led to widespread confusion among collectors and players alike.
Destined Rivals, set for release after Journey Together, which launches this Friday, promises fresh content for avid TCG players. The upcoming expansion will reintroduce beloved mechanics while adding an exciting twist with Team Rocket’s inclusion, a notorious villainous organization in the Pokémon universe.
The Elite Trainer Box for this new set features characters like Giovanni accompanied by Mewtwo. Players can also use Destined Rivals cards before their official launch by participating in Prerelease tournaments within the Play! Pokémon program starting May 17 at local retailers.
The Pokémon Company has announced plans for a range of new Team Rocket merchandise alongside Pokémon: The Glory of Team Rocket, which will form half of Destined Rivals. So far, confirmed items include clothing and bags; however, it’s unclear if these will be available outside Japan through online stores.
This situation highlights how fervently dedicated the Pokémon community remains as they rush to grab their collectibles amidst technical difficulties. Fans will hope for a swift resolution to secure their latest treasures.
