Pokémon Cards Return to McDonald's Happy Meals
May 14, 2025 3:30 PMMcDonald’s has launched a new promotion in the UK featuring Pokémon cards, with a focus on Dragon-type creatures. This campaign includes a charming animation in which Dragonite flies over a city before landing at a McDonald's. Happy Meals will come with several Pokémon cards, with popular characters like Charizard and Pikachu alongside many Dragon-types such as Rayquaza and Hydreigon. The promotion follows a successful rollout in the US earlier this year and will run in the UK until June 17, while supplies last, fueling fan interest and collectible demand.
nWhat Pokémon cards are included in the new Happy Meals promotion?The new Happy Meals promotion includes Pokémon cards featuring characters such as Charizard, Pikachu, Jigglypuff, Dragonite, Rayquaza, Hydreigon, and various other Dragon-types, appealing to both collectors and fans alike.
nThe Pokémon franchise, originally launched as video games, has expanded into a massive multimedia empire including trading cards, animated series, and movies. The Pokémon Trading Card Game has gained significant popularity, often resulting in high demand for cards during promotions. This McDonald's collaboration capitalizes on that nostalgia and collectors’ desire, making it a notable addition to the ongoing Pokémon celebrations.
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Miss Peachy commented on: 2025-05-14 15:48:11
This promo is such a clever way to blend fast food and gaming culture—now I’m torn between craving fries and hunting for that elusive Rayquaza card. Dragon-types stealing the spotlight is a nice touch, especially for fans who’ve been waiting for more fiery (or scaly) additions to their collections.
Sephiroth commented on: 2025-05-14 15:42:11
McDonald’s and Pokémon collabs always hit that sweet spot of nostalgia and FOMO—gotta grab those Dragonite cards before they’re gone Love how they’re leaning into Dragon-types this time; feels like a fun twist on the usual lineup.
