D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event in 2026 is already buzzing with excitement! Among the most anticipated reveals was the “Quests Ahead for Disney Lorcana Trading Card Game” panel. If you’re a fan of this incredible TCG, you won’t want to miss these huge announcements.
Elaine Chase, Head of Category for the Lorcana TCG, started by celebrating three years of Disney Lorcana and the impressive 2.8 billion cards sold since its debut. She highlighted how the game appeals to everyone, from seasoned TCG players to new fans discovering it through their love for Disney.
The Ravensburger team is already planning sets far into 2029! At the panel, Elaine, Senior Narrative Manager Jenna Giuffrida, and International Project Manager Naomi Kim gave us a thrilling tour of upcoming projects for late 2026 and 2027, including new card art, set details, and exciting Disney Parks activations.
Hyperia City Card Reveals
First up: “Hyperia City”, the newest Disney Lorcana TCG set, hitting pre-release on October 16, 2026.
Jenna, who crafts the stories and characters for Lorcana sets, described Hyperia City as “a bustling place bursting with creativity and music.” The name itself pays homage to Hyperion Studio, home of Walt Disney Studios from 1926-1940 and the birthplace of Mickey Mouse.
Hyperia City features distinct neighborhoods, each celebrating the unique traits of the Illumineers and glimmers within its vibrant landscape. Imagine a fast-paced, dynamic urban world where glimmers express their passions through street food or fashion. Concerts, singers, and song cards create a symphony of sounds, bringing the city to life.
The biggest news? Hyperia City introduces a new energy source: Ink drops! These one-time bursts of power are available to both heroes and villains, and they’re already the talk of the town. Fans are definitely in for a treat!
The Ravensburger team revealed five new location cards today:
- Land of the Dead – Marigold Bridge
- Merlin’s Shop and Smithy – Magical Market
- Khan Industries – Greenway Landmark
- Institute of Technology – Honey Lemon’s Lab
- Khan Stadium – State of the Art
These striking scenes depict the different areas players can explore throughout Hyperia City, from the lush Greenway and enchanting Old Towne Hyperia to the vibrant Marigold District and bustling City Center.
And like a city that never sleeps, the team just kept sharing more snippets, including three character glimmers: Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, and Mickey Mouse.
Minnie Mouse takes on the role of Urban Visionary, carefully plotting and planning the cityscape, while Donald Duck – Taxi Driver speeds through the streets to safely transport passengers. The Mickey Mouse – Best in Town card pays a tasty tribute to the first words ever spoken by the character: hot dog!
We also glimpsed iconic Disney Princesses reimagined as they chase their passions, plus Pepita, the alebrije from Disney and Pixar’s Coco, in her fierce forms.
Into the Inkdark Set
Moving into 2027, the team shifted focus to the fearsome and frightful set “Into the Inkdark”. We know many fans gravitate towards Disney’s darker characters, and this set spotlights a variety of villains, including Hades. He’s hatching an evil plan, so players must squash his schemes while exploring the environment and discovering the Dark Illuminary.
One of this set’s most fascinating features is the introduction of brand-new Collector Boosters. Designed for those seeking the rarest cards, these new packs include 12 randomized premium foil cards, each with a special foil treatment. Higher-rarity cards appear more often in these new boosters, which will be part of every new set release starting with “Into the Inkdark”.
Be aware: Collector Boosters and their display boxes will be limited. You can find them at Ravensburger Play Hub stores, the Ravensburger Online Store, and specific Disney locations.
The first card reveal from this set happened today at D23 2026 with Maleficent – Biding Her Time. It’s classified as an Illustrious card, giving notable artists a chance to bring their unique style and vision. These are the first serialized cards, with 6 Illustrious cards per set, and only 23 of each will be printed. They’re extravagantly embellished with premium foiling and bespoke accents, making them quite a catch for collectors!
Cosmic Quest Set
The panel then prepared for lift off, with Jenna providing an out-of-this-world sneak peek into “Cosmic Quest”, a set coming later in 2027.
This set transports players from the surface of the Inklands to a star-studded adventure in space, with a galactic journey featuring cosmic-inspired glimmers, like Ariel in her astrosuit.
As the team concluded their look at year four of Lorcana TCG, one thing became clear: Cosmic Quest and these other incredible sets will launch players into new worlds and adventures unlike anything before.
Beauty and the Beast Curator’s Collection Set
We already knew each Curator’s Collection celebrates a unique theme, like the Heroines Edition. Ravensburger prioritizes bringing us more alt-art cards, always crafted with incredible care. Naomi announced the next edition, arriving in October 2027: it celebrates a tale as old as time, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast!
As the beloved film gears up for its milestone 35th anniversary, this feels like the perfect time to honor the adventures of Belle, the Beast, the enchanted objects, and fan-favorite villain Gaston. The artwork takes inspiration from the film’s stained-glass motif, resulting in vivid, spirited glimmers that each clearly tell a story and seem to be pulled right from the screen. As a longtime Beauty and the Beast fan, this is definitely the upcoming release I am most looking forward to!
Cards shown during today’s panel include:
- Song Card: “Be our Guest”
- Mrs. Potts – Enchanted Teapot
- Belle – Hidden Archer
- Lumiere – Fiery Friend
- Gaston – Intellectual Powerhouse
- Beast – Tragic Hero
Disney Lorcana Visual Guide
Also announced today was the “Disney Lorcana Visual Guide”, a breathtaking new book and companion to all your Lorcana TCG quests coming February 1, 2027. This guide is perfect for those looking to dive deeper into the Lorcana lore and learn something new about the ever-evolving story, or just admire the stunning art style that has become so signature of the game.
You’ll dive deep into the magical world of Illumineers and glimmers, seeing the art from countless sets compiled and displayed on a grand scale – it’s truly something to behold.
If you’re at D23 2026, head to the Ravensburger Store booth to pre-order your copy this weekend!
Disney Lorcana Returns to EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
For Disney Parks fans, maybe the most major announcement was the return of Disney Lorcana TCG to EPCOT International Festival of the Arts! Following last year’s success, Elaine and the Ravensburger team expressed their excitement to return to the festival again in 2027.
And for the first time ever, Figment will be highlighted on a Disney Lorcana TCG card! This curious (and mischievous) character embodies everything the Festival of the Arts is about – boundless creativity and optimistic imagination – so he feels like the perfect face to feature on the exclusive EPCOT card.
We’ll keep you updated on all the Festival of the Arts details, including dates, artist and performer lineups, merchandise, and food offerings.
Disney Lorcana Expands on Disney Cruise Line
Ravensburger excitedly announced they’re expanding the Disney Lorcana TCG experience, including the popular Collection Quests, across the entire Disney Cruise Line fleet starting in 2027! We’ll share more details and updates as they arrive.
A Digital Version of Disney Lorcana TCG is in Development
To conclude the panel, the Ravensburger team revealed some big news fans have been asking for since the trading card game was first announced at D23 2022: a digital version of Disney Lorcana TCG is in the works!
Soon, players can compete with physical cards AND on a new digital platform! This means more accessibility for fans worldwide and a brand new chapter for Disney Lorcana.
The team at Ravensburger is working hard to make the digital iteration of Disney Lorcana TCG the best it can be, bringing the magical and captivating experience of the physical cards to a new medium. Want to follow the journey? You can sign up for developer updates to know when the game is ready for you to try.
Where to Find Disney Lorcana at D23 2026
Disney Lorcana TCG has a highly anticipated presence at D23 2026. Attendees at the Anaheim Convention Center can join the virtual queue to purchase the special 2026 D23 Collection, which contains a curated selection of glimmers and artwork that resonated most with fans. We learned during the panel that this purchase includes a card from the upcoming Hyperia City set, featuring Héctor Rivera from Disney and Pixar’s Coco, a character being introduced to the game for the first time!
Also available at the event is the Winnie the Pooh – Hunny Wizard Premium Foil Playmat, with premium hunny foil details and stitched edges. It’s a great way to elevate your Disney Lorcana TCG experience while protecting your cards from wear and tear as you play.
The team shared that an exclusive pre-launch product they were most eager to bring to D23 2026 is “Quest of Wonders: An Illumineers Lorebook”. This first-of-its-kind novel takes readers on an epic journey, expanding the worldbuilding and lore we’ve seen throughout other Lorcana stories and products. Everyone who purchases the book receives an exclusive Pegasus promo card, and those who buy it this weekend also get a themed bookmark.
Don’t forget to stop by the Ravensburger Store booth on the show floor this weekend, where you’ll discover magical must-haves and exciting gifts with purchase (such as promo cards and pins). For dedicated players, the Disney Lorcana D23 CCQ offers a chance to compete in an official Disney Lorcana Challenge program tournament, here for the first time at D23 2026!
Keep checking back with us throughout the weekend for more announcements, updates, and our favorite moments from D23!
