Updated October 2026. We kept our original series notes and added links to our newer guides.
Classic Bakugan came out in series. Each one brought new Bakugan, a new card set and a new special finish [1]. Here’s the run, from our original notes.
| Series | What was new | Card set |
|---|---|---|
| Series 1 | The first 18 Bakugan | Original set |
| Series 2 | 8 new Bakugan and updated rules | 1/48 |
| BakuPearl | Bigger “B2” size and Pearl Bakugan | 1/48b |
| BakuClear | Clear Bakugan | 1/48c |
| BakuSwap | Swap (dual-attribute) Bakugan | 1/48d |
| BakuNeon | Neon translucent Bakugan | 1/48e |
| BakuBronze | Bronze Bakugan | 1/48i |
| BakuGlow | Glow Bakugan | 1/48n |
Source: our original series tracking [1]. From Series 2 on, each 48-card set had 24 Gate and 24 Ability Cards [1].
The New Vestroia toyline continued with BakuSteel, BakuCrystal and B3 waves [2]. For every Bakugan by series, see Bakugan Types.
Special Attack waves
Special Attack Bakugan came in their own waves, with features like Heavy Metal, spinning and changing wheels [3]. See Special Attack Bakugan.
FAQ
What was the first Bakugan series?
Series 1, with 18 Bakugan [1].
What does B2 mean?
The bigger Bakugan size that started with BakuPearl [1].
How do I find a card’s set?
Check the code on the card. See our card list.
Sources
- Bakugan Buzz original page (2008–2011 archive), our own hands-on notes at the time
- The Bakugan Wiki, “Mystic Elico”: https://bakugan.wiki/wiki/Mystic_Elico
- The Bakugan Wiki, “Special Attack (Generation 1)”: https://bakugan.wiki/wiki/Special_Attack_(Generation_1)