If you're a fan of the Pokemon franchise, then you're probably wondering what's in store for the next generation of Pokemon games. Pokemon has been around for over two decades, and with every new generation, we get new Pokemon, new regions to explore, and new gameplay mechanics.

The last generation of Pokemon games, Pokemon Sword and Shield, was released in 2019, and since then, fans have been eagerly awaiting the next generation. So, what do we know about Pokemon Generations 9 so far? Let's take a closer look.

Generation IX was first shown via a Pokémon Presents video presentation on February 27, 2022, revealing Pokémon Scarlet and Violet to the world. 

The Gen 9 Pokemon Scarlet & Violet games were finally released on November 18, 2022, and fans fell in love with the gameplay, and the beautiful new Paldea region to explore. Brand new villain group Team Star also makes an appearance. Advances in gameplay include seamless open world playability, multiplayer - plus 103 new Pokemon, 48 new moves, 31 new abilities! 

Following tradition, Pokemon revealed the games’ first accompanying TCG set shortly after, appropriately named after both versions. Besides the new ‘ex’ mechanic revealed during the 2022 World Championships, The Pokemon Company has announced a few card design changes like silver card borders. For decades, the Pokemon TCG cards in the US donned a yellow border to differentiate them from the Japanese equivalent much faster. With the release of Scarlet & Violet in March, cards will now have the same silver border as Japanese cards have for years, which some fans consider a better-looking option.

Noteworthy cards from the expansion:

12 double rare Pokémon ex, including two Tera Pokémon ex featuring Arcanine and Gyarados

12 ultra rare Pokémon ex and eight ultra rare Supporter cards

24 illustration rare Pokémon

10 special illustration rare Pokémon and Supporter cards, such as Miriam, Miraidon ex & Gardevoir ex

Six hyper rare gold etched cards, which can include Pokémon ex, Trainer, and Energy cards

PALDEA EVOLVED is the name of the second main expansion of cards from the Scarlet & Violet Series of the Pokémon Trading Card Game! It will be released in English on June 9, 2023. Over 190 cards in this new set including more than 15 brand-new Pokémon ex: a new take on a returning game mechanic! Tera Pokémon ex with a crystalline appearance will also make an appearance. And look out for the Trainer cards, there will be more than 30 in this set - as well as dozens of special illustrations for different Pokemon and Trainers.

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"Energy surges as new powers awaken and perilous legends are revealed! First partners Meowscarada ex, Skeledirge ex, and Quaquaval ex have evolved to take the stage with mesmerizing magic, song, and dance. Meanwhile, Forretress, Slowking, and Dedenne shine as Tera Pokémon ex, and Chien-Pao ex, Ting-Lu ex, and others bring daunting strengths requiring courage to command. Even Pikachu joins the Pokémon ex party in the Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet—Paldea Evolved expansion!"