Believe it! The NARUTO CARD GAME is making its worldwide debut at Gen Con 2026 — and this is just the beginning of a global rollout that has the entire TCG community buzzing. Here's everything you need to know about Bandai's upcoming Naruto Card Game showcase this weekend.
The First-Ever Naruto Card Game Tutorial Sessions
Gen Con 2026 will be the very first event in the world to host official NARUTO CARD GAME Tutorial Sessions. Kicking off a worldwide rollout, this is your earliest opportunity to get hands-on with the game before it launches globally. More Tutorial Sessions are confirmed to be coming to events around the world — so if you can't make it to Gen Con, stay tuned.
Event Details
- Dates: July 30 – August 2, 2026
- Location: Indiana Convention Center, 200 South Capitol Avenue, Suite 300, Indianapolis, IN 46225, USA
- Tutorial Session Room: Event Room #121
- Admission to Tutorial Session: Free (Gen Con entry required)
Note: Participation in any Gen Con activities requires a valid Gen Con admission badge. Visit the official Gen Con 2026 website for ticketing details.
Tutorial Sessions — Learn to Play
The Tutorial Sessions are designed to teach you how to play the Naruto Card Game in a fun, immersive environment. A few important things to keep in mind:
- Demo decks are provided for the session but are not available to take home.
- Sessions are conducted in a closed setting — no photography, video recording, or audio recording will be permitted inside the room.
- You may only participate in one Tutorial Session throughout Gen Con.
- Duplicate registrations may result in your reservation being cancelled without notice.
Participant Gifts
Complete a Tutorial Session and you'll walk away with some exclusive goodies — but there are eligibility requirements to note:
- CP-001 Chakra Card – Gen Con 2026 Ver. — exclusive to participants registered to the "NARUTO TCG UPDATES CHANNEL" on TCG+ who complete a post-session survey.
- Special Backpack
- Logo Sticker
- NARUTO CARD GAME Official Playmat — Arriving in 2027 Purchase Voucher (valid on the day of the event only)
Participation prizes are limited to one per person, regardless of the number of sessions reserved or attended.
Exclusive Merchandise (Tutorial Session Attendees Only)
If you complete a Tutorial Session, you'll receive a Purchase Ticket that grants access to exclusive merchandise at the BANDAI CARD GAMES Booth in the Event Hall:
- NARUTO CARD GAME Official Playmat (Arriving in 2027) — MSRP: $35 (+tax)
The Purchase Ticket is valid only on the day of your attended session. You must complete the Tutorial Session to be eligible.
Free Giveaways at the Exhibition Hall (Booth #605)
Even if you're not in a Tutorial Session, head to the BANDAI booth at Exhibition Hall #605 for free giveaways on a first-come, first-served basis each day:
- Special Backpack — limited quantities daily, one per person. Not available to those who already received one on a previous day or at a previous session.
- Logo Sticker — free when you follow any of Bandai's official social media channels (Instagram, Facebook, X) or register for the "NARUTO TCG UPDATES CHANNEL" on BANDAI TCG+.
How to Register
Ticket registration for Tutorial Sessions opened on June 21, 2026 at 12:00 PM PDT on the Gen Con 2026 website. To maximise your rewards, make sure you also register for the "NARUTO TCG UPDATES CHANNEL" on BANDAI TCG+ before attending.
Stay up to date with the latest Naruto Card Game news by following Bandai's official social channels and checking back with Knightly Gaming as more global event dates are announced.
What This Means for the TCG World
The Naruto Card Game entering the global TCG scene is a massive deal. Bandai has a proven track record with the One Piece Card Game, and a Naruto TCG backed by that same infrastructure — and one of the most beloved anime franchises of all time — has the potential to be a genre-defining release. Gen Con 2026 is just the first chapter.
We'll be keeping a close eye on all Naruto Card Game developments. Stay tuned to Knightly Gaming for product announcements, pre-order availability, and local event news as the worldwide rollout continues.
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