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Pokémon Card Craze: Scarcity Sparks Collector Frustration

1/15/2025

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The Pokémon trading card game is in turmoil as new sets like Prismatic Evolutions and Journey Together vanish from shelves in the blink of an eye, driven by soaring demand and opportunistic scalpers. With over 175 fresh cards, including beloved Eevee evolutions, collectors are left frustrated, struggling to find fair prices, jeopardizing the experience for casual players and tarnishing the game's image.

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Story summary

The Pokémon trading card game is in turmoil as new sets like Prismatic Evolutions and Journey Together vanish from shelves in the blink of an eye, driven by soaring demand and opportunistic scalpers. With over 175 fresh cards, including beloved Eevee evolutions, collectors are left frustrated, struggling to find fair prices, jeopardizing the experience for casual players and tarnishing the game's image.