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Game Play Formats

Modified Format

Updated July 31, 2009
What is the Modified Format? The Modified format decks may include cards from the following Pokémon TCG sets:

Set NameSet Symbol
Diamond & Pearl
Mysterious Treasures
Secret Wonders
Great Encounters
Majestic Dawn
Legends Awakened
Storm Front
Platinum
Rising Rivals
Diamond & Pearl: Trainer Kit
POP Series Six Promo Cards
POP Series Seven Promo Cards
POP Series Eight Promo Cards
POP Series Nine Promo Cards
Black Star Promos DP01 & up

Unlimited Format
What is the Unlimited Format? The unlimited Format can include cards from any of the Pokemon Card Sets. However these cards can't be used:
  • The promo card known as Ancient Mew
  • _______'s Pikachu (The promo card known as "Happy Birthday, Pikachu!")