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MTG x The Hobbit Preorders Are Now Live, but Stock Is Already Vanishing
Preorders for the Magic: The Gathering x The Hobbit crossover set are now available, but stock is rapidly disappearing due to scalpers. This limited release is experiencing immediate sell-outs across major retailers.
Steam Controller stock sold out in minutes, but there is something you can do about it
The Steam Controller sold out rapidly upon release, leading to widespread scalping on platforms like eBay. The article discusses strategies for consumers to combat scalpers, including reporting fraudulent listings and refusing to pay inflated prices. It also suggests waiting for future stock waves and potential software updates to address setup issues.
Pokémon Scalpers Selling Limited-Edition Pop-Tarts For Ridiculous Prices
Scalpers are reselling limited-edition Pokémon-themed Pop-Tarts, originally sold at Target for under $3 a box, for over $10 on platforms like eBay, with some listings reaching $34.99. This follows a trend of scalping Pokémon merchandise, including clothing and other collectibles, which are also being sold at significantly inflated prices.
Pokémon Scalpers Are Now Reselling Limited Edition Pop-Tarts
Scalpers are buying up limited edition Pokémon-themed Pop-Tarts, preventing fans from purchasing them. This trend highlights the growing issue of scalping extending beyond video games to related merchandise.
One Japanese store thinks it has the solution to Pokemon TCG scalpers
The Japanese retailer Bic Camera is combating scalpers of the Pokémon Trading Card Game by implementing a mandatory 15-question quiz for booster pack purchases. Customers must answer questions in Japanese without using their phones to be eligible to buy a single pack. This strategy has proven effective in deterring scalpers while allowing genuine fans to purchase cards.
A Japanese Store Has Come Up With a Fun Way to Combat Pokémon Card Scalpers: Forcing Customers to Pass a Quiz Before They Buy
A Bic Camera store in Tokyo is implementing a unique strategy to combat Pokémon card scalpers by requiring customers to pass a written quiz before purchasing the Ninja Spinner expansion. This measure aims to deter resellers and ensure cards reach genuine fans.
My Thoughts On New Gen Consoles (PS5 & Xbox Series)
The author questions the necessity of Sony and Microsoft releasing the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles in late 2020, suggesting a Q1 2021 launch would have been more appropriate given production limitations during the pandemic. The article also discusses the difficulties consumers faced with pre-orders and securing consoles due to bots and scalpers.
