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Pokemon TCG Pocket is getting another update, this time introducing shiny Pokemon and Ranked battles here's all we know about Shining Revelry, including when you can play itTech09:14, 27 Mar 2025A new booster is here, and this one is shinyIf you've been feeling a little down in the dumps with the Pokemon TCG Pocket after the Destined Rivals ordeal from this week, fear not.While we've got our handy guide to the expansion, there's a new free update to Pokemon TCG Pocket (one of our favourite games of 2024) to keep you ticking over.Article continues belowJust a month or so after Triumphant Light, the game is back with another themed booster pack, and it'll introduce a whole host of new critters. Shiny Pokemon are the headline addition, but there are also new offerings from the Paldea region, and the debut of ranked matches for multiplayer battlers.Here's everything new, and when you can play it.The update is already out, so go open your packs!Great news, the update is actually already out.That's because it arrived at the following times, and we lucky UK Pokemon collectors get to open packs nice and early on the commute.10 PM PST (on March 26)6 AM GMT1 AM EST7 AM CET3 PM JSTIf you can't see it yet, be sure to update the app in the App Store on iOS, or the Play Store on Android.As for what's new, there's plenty to enjoy. There are over 110 cards in the set, including the shiny new Charizard ex, Red supporter card, as well as new full-art versions of Giratina ex and more.The folks at Pokebeach have put together a full list with all the card art, so you can start planning your decks already.Charizard ex will surely be popularRanked Matches are also here, with the option to challenge players of a similar skill level and earn fresh emblems as you work through your opponents to "be the very best like no one ever was".Article continues belowI'll be looking to get that new Charizard ex for sure, as well as the Lucario ex that's been added, too.For more on the Pokemon TCG, be sure to check out our interview with Peter Murphy, Senior Director of Marketing at The Pokemon Company International who explains the game has never been more popular in the UK.For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters.