I verify Pokémon TCG costs day by day, and I spend means an excessive amount of of my paycheck on singles—some for the children, most for me. I even risked my marriage for an LED-lit Pokémon card wall. Worth it.
So, I figured it is time to put that obsession to good use. Every week, I’ll break down the most important risers and fallers within the Pokémon card market—what’s crashing, what’s climbing, and what’s really price your cash proper now.
As of May 2, costs on playing cards like Magikarp 203/193 and Pikachu ex 238/191 have nosedived by over 30%, whereas Rayquaza VMAX and Pikachu with Grey Felt Hat are making strikes in the other way. Whether you are looking bargains or watching the subsequent huge spike, this is what to purchase and what to control this week.
Pokémon Card Crashes
Magikarp 203/193 blew the lid off priceless playing cards from the Scarlet and Violet period, particularly Paldea Evolved, heading simply over $200 again in March. The excellent news is that this giddy kipper has dropped to $159.99, which is a strong time to chew for me.
Pikachu ex 238/191 kicked off a large increase within the Pokémon TCG neighborhood, with costs going North of $450 in March (are you seeing a development right here, but?) As extra sealed inventory rolls in and investor bros not getting the identical inflated returns from their scalps, it is deflating the market. This card has dropped 37% to $289.76 as of proper now.
I like stamped playing cards, they remind me of my Fossil pre-release stamped 1st version Aerodactyl again after I was a child. So after I realised N’s Reshiram was getting a stamped field topper launch for Journey Together booster bins, I used to be all in on the hype. Now I did not pay the $69 going price on launch, not even half of that, however $10.94 at a devistating 84% crash is my sort of deal. Snap one up.
Charmander 044 Promo from the Obsidian Flames ETB is one of the best in-box promo within the Scarlet and Violet period, much more so for those who can seize a Pokémon Center stamped one. I’m all about affordability, so we’ll follow the usual promo, which has dropped by 18% previously couple of weeks from $21.54 to $17.65. In Japanese units, this card launched alongside the Stellar Crown Bulbasaur and Squirtle, so seize the entire set.
If I mentioned the phrases “Prismatic Evolution cut price” at some other time, i might most likely unfastened my job. But the Eevee 173 promo from the ETB has crashed by 51% over the previous few days, and a much bigger 69% from mid-March. Trainers can choose one up proper now for $6, and it is stunning so purchase one.
Pokémon Card Climbers
I believed I’d give attention to some chase playing cards right here which might be under the $500 mark and attempt to keep away from some apparent playing cards as a result of everybody’s watching them who cares anyway.
Umbreon GX has all the time been a stunning card, that includes one of the best shiny Eeveelution kind (battle me), and it is slowly creeping up in 2025. An 11% rise from $196.49 in January to $221.96 does not sound like loads, however that is an additional $25 and alter in worth in 5 months.
Lugia V 186/195 is one of the best Lugia card within the TCG for me, the element and environment on this card is beautiful. It’s holding it is worth at $225, a 5% regular climb since Feburary and one to observe for individuals who have one and plan on having this of their assortment till gray hair totally takes maintain.
Pikachu with Grey Felt Hat promo is chargeable for absolute carnage on the Van Gogh exhibit some time again, which is why TPC distributed extra as freebies on Pokémon Center house owners. No one noticed the value leap on this card comming, which is superior as a result of I’ve one. An insane 52% climb has pushed this dangerous boy to $325 as we speak and it is regular. This similar card was going for $155.80 again in Feburary, and that was a leap from round $70-80 final yr.
I am unable to anticipate Trainer Gallery playing cards to return again (I hope they do anyway), they’re beautiful. Rayquaza VMAX TG20/TG30 is one among my favourite playing cards in my household assortment. I am unable to assist however think about what it will be like wanting up at Rayquazza like this, such an superior card. It’s gone up by 14% since mid-Feburary from $55/77 to $65, And I’ve a great feeling this may go into the $100 vary over the subsequent yr because the final bits of Silver Tempest sealed inventory dries up. Grab one and thank me later.
Mew ex 053 Promo is likely one of the greatest Mew playing cards round. It’s been hovering across the $30 because the begin of this yr, however what get’s me is the playing cards climb in worth from November 2024 at $11.26. It’s going to be a gradual burner, and gross sales information exhibits peaks and troughs in 2025, however I’ve a sense we’ll be seeing this card shoot up in worth subsequent yr as content material from the 151 Ultra Premium Collection turn into rarer.
For extra on the newest crashes for Pokémon TCG, think about trying out our full roundup of one of the best of Japan’s Glory of Team Rocket set earlier than we’re blessed with Destined Rivals on the finish of the month.
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Christian Wait is a contributing freelancer for IGN protecting every part collectable and offers. Christian has over 7 years of expertise within the Gaming and Tech business with bylines at Mashable and Pocket-Tactics. Christian additionally makes hand-painted collectibles for Saber Miniatures. Christian can also be the creator of “Pokemon Ultimate Unofficial Gaming Guide by GamesWarrior”. Find Christian on X @ChrisReggieWait.
