Walmart+ Members Gain Early Pokémon TCG Preorder Access

While frequent sell-outs and scalping remain persistent issues in the Pokémon TCG community, Walmart appears to be implementing a solution by offering early access to the White Flare & Black Bolt sets exclusively to paid Walmart+ members.

Preorders for various White Flare and Black Bolt products—including Elite Trainer Boxes, Poster Collection Boxes, and Booster Bundles—will launch on June 18 at 9 PM ET. However, during the first three hours, only Walmart+ subscribers can secure preorders while supplies last.

Pokémon TCG: Black Bolt - Elite Trainer Box

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Pokémon TCG: White Flare - Elite Trainer Box

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Pokémon TCG: Black Bolt Booster Bundle

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Pokémon TCG: White Flare Booster Bundle

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Pokémon TCG: Black Bolt Binder Collection

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Pokémon TCG: White Flare Binder Collection

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Pokémon TCG: Victini Illustration Collection

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Pokémon TCG: Poster Collection

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Pokémon TCG: Mini Tin

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Pokémon TCG: Booster Pack

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Pokémon TCG: Black Bolt Tech Sticker Collection

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Pokémon TCG: White Flare Tech Sticker Collection

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$15.99 at Best Buy

General availability will open afterward—if any stock remains. While Walmart+ offers a 30-day trial, early-access product pages clarify that only paid members can participate in preorder windows.

Standard Walmart+ memberships cost $12.95 monthly or $98 annually ($8.17/month).

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Though requiring a subscription for preorder access might frustrate collectors, Walmart+ includes additional perks like free delivery without minimums, Paramount+ membership, fuel discounts, Burger King deals, pharmacy delivery, and tire repairs.

A minor drawback: The subscription process defaults to promoting the free trial. To expedite paid access, users can start—then immediately cancel—their trial before subscribing directly.

Students qualify for 50% off ($6.49/month or $49/year) after verifying eligibility through academic emails.

Former Walmart+ members report receiving limited-time $1 rejoining offers—an ideal way to secure early preorders while retaining all benefits.

Our White Flare & Black Bolt preorder guide confirms these sets are also appearing at Amazon and Best Buy. While stock fluctuates, bookmarking product pages ensures faster checkout when inventory refreshes.