Gen Con 2025 felt more like a scene from a Disney film than just a tabletop gaming convention in Indianapolis—it was an enchanting celebration for Disney Lorcana fans. As Lorcana celebrated its second anniversary, the event brought a flurry of announcements, expansions, and nostalgic nods to classic Disney favorites that would have made Mickey Mouse himself beam with pride. Notably, this year’s Gen Con was peppered with delightful revelations and expansions that painted a promising future for this beloved game.
For those who have admired Lorcana from afar, eyes wide with curiosity but having never dipped their toes into its magical waters, October 3 is marked with a beacon of hope. The release of the Lorcana Collection Starter Set promises to be the perfect package for newcomers. These initiates can start their magical journey accompanied by an endearing Mickey Mouse — Brave Little Tailor-themed 4-pocket portfolio. But that’s not the end of the pixie dust; the set also includes a Tinker Bell — Giant Fairy promo, a quartet of Fabled booster packs, and a collector’s guide to lead them through their enchanting expedition. With this arsenal available for $29.99, it’s a deal as splendid as a fairy godmother’s blessing.
Collectors with a penchant for regal winter spirits will want to keep a watchful eye on the Elsa Gift Box. Priced similarly at $29.99, this frosty delight features five boosters, an enchanting Elsa — The Fifth Spirit promo card, a storage box for a tidy kingdom of cards, and three punch-out card dividers. With this box, one can channel their inner ‘Let It Go’ without ever parting with their prized collection.
As the first whispers of snow blanket the coming year, an exciting forecast predicts a whimsical flurry of fun with the Winterspell expansion set to arrive in the first quarter of 2026. The teaser revealed promises of brisk adventures featuring a wintry twist on tropical scenes, with Stitch and Angel playing a starring role. One can only anticipate that the icy elegance of Elsa and Olaf may well appear in the blustery blizzard of booster packs.
Hot on the (figuratively) frozen heels of Winterspell, the second quarter of 2026 brings more delight as Toy Story’s band of plastic friends parachute into Lorcana. Woody and Buzz are leading the charge, but don’t be surprised if the rest of the Toy Story gang joins them, packed snugly into the boosters ready for players to discover.
Much like rolling out the plastic sheeting for a particularly tricky wall painting job, Lorcana lovers will get a surprise treat on September 1 with the release of six mesmerizing 1,000-piece puzzles. Each puzzle ties into the game’s six ink colors and includes a Mickey Mouse — True Friend promo card, offering a delightful challenge for fans both of Lorcana and tabletop puzzles. So far, peepers have peeked at the Amber (Moana), Emerald (Cruella de Vil), Sapphire (Hades), and Ruby (Maleficent). The ever-elusive Amethyst and Steel puzzles remain cloaked in mystery and exclusivity, available only at Disney Stores and online. Each is set to retail for $29.99, making for a perfect rainy day endeavor.
November, however, layers more intrigue just like a particularly well-crafted souffle. The Whispers in the Well set wraps up 2025 with a host of new characters. This set, which sees pre-release on November 7 before opening wide on November 14, plays upon the idea of Whispers—partially formed Glimmers. Stars Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde leap from Zootopia to bring their detective finesse into the fold, while millennial fans nostalgic for an earlier era will rejoice at the debut of Gargoyles characters like the formidable Demona.
To add more glitter to the golden trove, the Fabled set, set to land August 25 initially at local game stores and everywhere else by September 5, ignites excitement with its introduction of Iconic rarity. These rare gems are even harder to snag than Enchanted cards! With iconic characters like Minnie Mouse — Sweetheart Princess and Mickey Mouse — Brave Little Prince forming a charming pair, collectors might need a bit of magic, or luck, to capture them all. Nestled between Legendary and Enchanted is the new Epic rarity, with the first card Stand Out from A Goofy Movie already standing in the spotlight, satisfying long-held fan desires.
This Gen Con was akin to moments in the final act of a Disney fairytale: revelations and magical surprises abound. Disney Lorcana has proven it’s not just resting on its laurels but gallantly marching into new realms. With expansions on the horizon, puzzles for every collector’s delight, and iconic Disney characters reinvigorated in pixelated formats, the next year’s horizons glow bright for the players and collectors who revel in the magic of Lorcana.
