Battles in Time Revived - 2026 Release

Heathside Trading has partnered with BBC Studios to relaunch Doctor Who: Battles in Time, the fan-favourite trading card game that first captured collectors’ imaginations nearly two decades ago to mark its upcoming 20th anniversary, Heathside and BBC Studios have confirmed the return of the original game alongside brand-new expansions designed to fit naturally within existing collections.

Celebrating its return, Darren Epstein, EVP of Global Business Development at Heathside, said:

“We have a long history of working on trading cards at Heathside, and a few of us were collectors of the original Battles in Time game, so we’re thrilled to be bringing it back to fans with all new cards. We’re excited to be expanding our range with BBC Studios following the success of our wider Doctor Who collectibles portfolio, and we look forward to bringing even more iconic products to fans.”

A spokesperson for BBC Studios added: “Doctor Who has one of the richest archives in entertainment, and Battles in Time is a beloved part of that legacy. We’re delighted to be working with Heathside to bring this iconic trading card game back to fans, both in its original form and with exciting new additions. It’s a fantastic way to celebrate the 20th anniversary and continue engaging audiences with the world of Doctor Who.”

Doctor Who: Battles in Time – Launch and availability

The revived Battles in Time range is scheduled to debut in 2026 via MasterReplicas.com, with preorder windows opening throughout the year.

Master Replicas, a division of Heathside Trading, is a UK-based manufacturer and distributor of pop culture collectibles, offering global product ranges across TV, film, gaming, anime, and manga.

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