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Pokémon Cards Sell Out Amid Glitches and Scalping

3/26/2025

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The Pokémon Trading Card Game's new set, Destined Rivals, has taken the market by storm, selling out almost instantly amid scalping challenges. Fans faced frustrating website glitches during pre-orders, resulting in cancellations. While the Pokémon Company promises restocks later this year, many eagerly awaited cards, including beloved Team Rocket Pokémon, remain elusive.

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Story summary

The Pokémon Trading Card Game's new set, Destined Rivals, has taken the market by storm, selling out almost instantly amid scalping challenges. Fans faced frustrating website glitches during pre-orders, resulting in cancellations. While the Pokémon Company promises restocks later this year, many eagerly awaited cards, including beloved Team Rocket Pokémon, remain elusive.