Gotta catch ’em all — even if it means taking out another dude at a Costco.
Fights over Pokémon cards at Costco have escalated to the point of people pulling items from fallen shoppers on the ground, driven by supply and demand issues and willingness to pay double the MSRP.
Retailers’ practice of putting Pokémon card stock out the back door enables scalpers and resellers to buy them up, causing shortages and frustration among genuine collectors.
The 151 card set is causing unprecedented chaos, with people willing to pay double the MSRP despite not including the most expensive cards.
Past Pokémon card reprints led to devaluation as they were indistinguishable from originals, making it difficult to identify first edition cards.
Costco and other retailers should include warning notes with Pokémon card shipments about potential violence and chaos during sales, particularly for the 151 card set.
Retailers should limit Pokémon card stock to the back room or customer service areas to prevent fights and ensure fair distribution.
Chaos and violence erupted at Costco over the highly sought-after Pokémon ‘151 Mini Tin’ cards, reflecting the intense demand and competitive nature of collectible items.
00:00 Fistfights erupted at Costco over Pokémon cards due to high demand and lack of purchase limits, reminiscent of similar chaos during the pandemic.
01:25 Fights broke out at Costco over Pokémon ‘151 Mini Tin’ cards, echoing past promotional chaos and raising concerns for future events.
03:23 Chaos erupts at Costco over Pokémon ‘151 Mini Tin’ cards as buyers pay inflated prices, blaming retailers and each other amid concerns about devalued originals.
05:15 Limited Pokémon ‘151 Mini Tin’ cards spark chaos in stores as parents prioritize resale over kids’ enjoyment.
06:45 Pokémon card demand at stores like Costco has led to fights among collectors, prompting calls for better precautions.
07:54 A woman at Walmart sparked conflict over her cart during Black Friday, while Costco’s Pokémon card deals have lost value.
09:11 Chaos erupts at Costco as shoppers violently fight over Pokémon ‘151 Mini Tin’ cards, highlighting the escalating frenzy around collectible items.
10:25 Pokémon fans express disappointment over the lack of care from Nintendo, hinting at upcoming Power World cards.
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