Charmander-line stickers available for a limited time through select stores.
Pokémon GO players can enjoy some exclusive in-game bonuses to celebrate the release of the Pokémon Trading Card Game Charizard ex Super-Premium Collection. However, there’s a catch: these special rewards are only available by visiting specific retail locations.
Given Pokémon GO’s focus on location-based gameplay, partnering with physical stores for promotions and giveaways is nothing new. This latest event is reminiscent of earlier promotions tied to mainline Pokémon games, which often required players to visit stores to receive exclusive content on systems like the Nintendo 3DS.
For this promotion, Pokémon GO players can collect a set of stickers featuring Charmander, Charmeleon, and Charizard. From October 4 to October 25, 2024, players in the U.S. can visit participating Best Buy, GameStop, or Target stores to claim their rewards. Simply visit one of the locations, open the app, and spin the associated PokéStop to receive the stickers. For Canadian players, the promotion extends to GameStop and Toys R Us, while Australian players can head to EB Games. Unfortunately, no additional regions have been confirmed for this promotion as of now.
Charizard ex Super-Premium Collection Details
The Pokémon TCG Charizard ex Super-Premium Collection is the centerpiece of this event and is sure to excite Charizard fans. The collection features a striking Charizard figure with translucent fire effects that doubles as a cardholder, allowing players to display their favorite Pokémon card. The set also includes a guaranteed foil promo card of Charizard ex, two foil cards featuring Charmander and Charmeleon, 10 Pokémon Trading Card Game booster packs, and a code for the Pokémon TCG Live mobile game. Priced at $79.99, the collection is set to launch in early October, making it a great reason for Pokémon fans to visit stores during the promotion period.
Niantic’s Focus on In-Person Engagement
While the promotion offers fun, cosmetic rewards, some fans may be disappointed by the ongoing trend of in-person exclusive content. Over the past few years, Niantic has gradually reduced or phased out some remote-play activities, encouraging more physical interactions in stores or event locations. However, these Charmander-line stickers won’t impact gameplay directly, as they are purely decorative. Players can use the stickers to customize gifts sent to friends in Pokémon GO, but they don’t provide any competitive advantage.
For players eager to participate, visiting a nearby store during the promotion window is the only way to claim these limited-edition stickers. While this may not offer any battle or catching benefits, it’s still a fun way to celebrate the release of the new Pokémon TCG set and enjoy a special in-game bonus.
