Summary: Extradimensional Crisis shook up Pokémon TCG Pocket’s meta on May 29, 2025. Ultra Beast decks like Necrozma EX + Celesteela, Guzzlord EX attackers, and Nihilego poison-control now rule, with Repel adding clutch disruption. Build with synergy and timing to dominate!
Discover how the Extradimensional Crisis set reshaped Pokémon TCG Pocket. Learn which decks rose in the meta, top Ultra Beast builds, and key card combos.
Extradimensional Crisis Expansion Overview
What’s Changed with A3a
Released May 29, 2025, the Extradimensional Crisis mini‑set (A3a) introduced 103 cards focused on Ultra Beasts, radically shifting the meta and empowering previously existing decks
Meta Shifts: Which Decks Improved?
The set breathed new life into several deck archetypes by adding tools that enhance both offense and control
Top Performing Decks
Ultra‑Beast Centered Builds
- Ultra Necrozma EX + Celesteela combo: Utility and draw‑through pivot, ideal for fast transitions
- Guzzlord EX deck: High HP and disruptive attacks like Grindcore make this a lethal late‑game threat
- Nihilego Poison control: “More Poison” doubles status damage and reinvigorates Poison strategies
Key Card Highlights
- Celesteela: Enables Ultra‑Beast retreat with Ultra Thrusters ability
- Guzzlord EX: Powerful combo attacker with two‑energy Grindcore attack
- Nihilego: Doubles poison damage and auto-poisons with New Wave
- Repel item card: Forces bench switch, interrupts opponent tempo
Strategy Tips for New Meta
- Build with synergy: Pair Celesteela with any Ultra Beast for flexible attacks and energy rotation.
- Timing is everything: Use Repel early to disrupt enemy strategies, especially against Basic EX decks.
- Control through status: Maximize Nihilego’s poison effect and punish decks reliant on healing.
