McDonald's Happy Meal Pokémon Card Promotion Starts in November
Pokémon cards are returning to McDonald's Happy Meals in the U.S. this November with a new set of 15 collectible cards.
A new collection of Pokémon cards will arrive in McDonald's Happy Meals across the United States this November, according to a report by gaming outlet IGN.
The promotion is scheduled to run from November 5 to December 9, giving customers just over a month to collect the entire set. Each Happy Meal will include a booster pack containing four cards.
Every pack will feature three standard cards alongside one holographic card. In total, collectors will have 15 different cards to track down during the limited-time event.
What to Expect from the Set
Specific details about the card roster remain unconfirmed. Historically, these promotional packs have relied on reprints of existing cards stamped with an exclusive McDonald's logo.
However, fans are hoping the upcoming release might include unique items, such as a specific Pikachu card that debuted in Japan last year. That Japanese card featured artwork of Pikachu reaching toward a burger and vegetables.
Past Issues and Future Outlook
It is still unclear if the Japanese exclusive card will appear in the U.S. market. A previous promotion in Japan led to significant food waste and scalping issues, forcing the restaurant chain to cut the event short and implement stricter rules.
McDonald's has not yet officially announced the upcoming U.S. promotion or verified the dates reported by PokéBeach, though further details are expected soon.
