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Ripping Open Ultra-Rares In TCG Card Shop Simulator on Game Pass
TCG Card Shop Simulator, currently in Game Preview, offers a detailed simulation of running a trading card shop, including realistic customer interactions and the manual process of selling and stocking items. Despite some jank and unrealistic economic elements, the game captures the fantasy of owning a shop and the thrill of opening booster packs, making it appealing to fans of the genre and TCGs. It is available on PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and via Game Pass.
Here's Mega Skarmory EX From the Upcoming New Mega Pokémon TCG Set - IGN
The upcoming Mega Evolution — Perfect Order expansion for the Pokémon Trading Card Game will feature Mega Skarmory ex, a powerful new card with 260 HP and the Sonic Ripper attack. This expansion, set to release on March 27, is the first TCG set based on Mega Pokémon introduced in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Oh no, Wikipedia has been turned into a gacha card game and I can already feel my time slipping away from me
Wikipedia Gacha is a new free browser game that transforms Wikipedia articles into collectible trading cards with attack and defense points. Players can collect cards, engage in various battle modes including single battles, team battles, and daily raid battles, and complete missions to earn more packs. The game utilizes a Q-Score system to determine card rarity, offering a consequence-free gacha experience.
Magic: The Gathering's Top 10 Most Popular Secret Lair Cards from 2025 - IGN
This analysis explores the top 10 most popular Magic: The Gathering Secret Lair cards from 2025, highlighting their appeal to collectors and players. Cards from collaborations like Final Fantasy VII, Sonic the Hedgehog, and Deadpool, alongside unique basic lands and iconic Commander staples like Command Tower, drove significant sales on platforms like TCGplayer.
Magic: The Gathering's TMNT Turtle Power Deck is Amazing, Here's Why I Love It - IGN
The Magic: The Gathering "Turtle Power" preconstructed Commander deck, featuring Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, is a surprisingly strong and enjoyable product. It offers valuable reprints and new cards, with significant modularity allowing for numerous Commander combinations and playstyle adjustments.
Magic: The Gathering Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Review – Cowabunga or Cowabummer?
This review explores the Magic: The Gathering Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Universes Beyond set, finding it to be a fun and creative addition despite initial fatigue with the concept. The set introduces new mechanics like Sneak and Disappear, a Mutagen token, and a surprisingly strong "Turtle Power" preconstructed deck. Additionally, the "Turtle Team-Up" co-op mode is highlighted as an excellent way to introduce new players to Magic.
Pokémon TCG's 151 Cards Continue to Skyrocket in Value After 30th Anniversary Celebrations - IGN
The Pokémon Trading Card Game market is experiencing significant value increases, particularly for cards from the Scarlet & Violet - 151 set, coinciding with the franchise's 30th anniversary. Specific cards like Charizard ex, Blastoise ex, and Venusaur ex are seeing substantial price jumps, driven by collector demand and their iconic status. Other sets like Ascended Heroes and XY Double Crisis also feature cards with notable market movements.
Amazon Has Discounted Pokémon TCG: Ascended Heroes Elite Trainer Boxes Today, But is It the Best Deal Going? - IGN
The Elite Trainer Box for the Pokémon TCG expansion Ascended Heroes has seen a significant price drop, currently listed around $109.88 on Amazon and $104 on TCGplayer, down from earlier highs. The article analyzes market trends for Ascended Heroes and other recent expansions like Phantasmal Flames and Perfect Order, suggesting patience may lead to further price decreases.
Fans Hunting Rare Charizard Cards Are Reigniting Interest in Pokémon TCG's Phantasmal Flames Expansion - IGN
Interest in the Pokémon TCG's Phantasmal Flames expansion is surging due to the high market value of the Mega Charizard X ex Special Illustration Rare card. This elusive card has seen a significant price spike, with graded versions fetching up to $2000 on eBay, driven by its artwork and Charizard's enduring popularity. Factors contributing to the current spike include the card nearing an 'out of print' status, anticipation for Pokémon Day 2026, and the upcoming Pokémon World Championships.
Pokémon TCG 30th Anniversary Sparks Surge in PSA Card Grading
The Professional Sports Authenticator (PSA) has reported a significant surge in Pokémon trading card grading submissions, with the franchise now dominating TCG submissions and surpassing sports cards. In 2024 alone, PSA graded 1.5 million Pikachu cards, a figure comparable to the total number of Michael Jordan cards graded since 1991, indicating a major shift in the collectibles market.
Magic's TMNT Booster Box Preorders Drop Back to All-Time Low Price Ready for Release Day - IGN
Amazon is offering the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles booster box for Magic: The Gathering at an all-time low price of $124.99 ahead of its release. This represents a significant discount from its original list price and current market value. Other products from the set, including Commander Decks and Collector Boosters, have also seen substantial price reductions.
Pokémon TCG: Full Release Schedule for 2026 - IGN
The Pokémon Trading Card Game is set for a busy 2026, marking the franchise's 30th anniversary with a focus on Mega Evolution and anniversary celebrations. Key releases include the 'Perfect Order' expansion on March 27, the 'First Partner Illustration Collection' on March 20, and the 'Chaos Rising' expansion on May 22, with more products planned throughout the year.
Magic: The Gathering's TMNT Set Nails The Feeling Of Getting Pummeled By Combat Cold Cuts
The new Magic: The Gathering set based on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles captures the franchise's blend of action and humor, drawing inspiration from the movies, comics, and video games. The preview highlighted flavorful card interactions, such as using pizza-themed cards or replicating the "combat cold cuts" scene from The Secret of the Ooze, alongside powerful mechanics and numerous references.
Rare 1999 Pokemon card sells for over $40,000
An extremely rare 1st edition Shadowless Base Set Charizard Pokemon card from the earliest print run sold for over $40,000 at auction. The card, graded 9 out of 10, highlights the significant financial value and enduring momentum of the Pokemon franchise's collector economy, demonstrating continued capital investment decades after its initial success.
TCGPlayer Announces New Compact Roca Sifter Card Sorting Device for Hobby Stores and Avid Collectors
TCGPlayer has launched the Roca Sifter, a compact card sorting device designed for hobby stores and collectors. The device can process up to 1,800 cards per hour, features industry-first foil detection, and supports Magic: The Gathering, Pokemon TCG, Disney Lorcana, and One Piece card games. It will be available in September 2026 for $799 with a monthly subscription.
Pokémon TCG Live | A Guide for Casuals
Pokémon Trading Card Game Live is a digital adaptation of the popular trading card game, available on PC and mobile platforms. The app allows players to battle trainers worldwide, with real-world card codes granting virtual packs. It features both ranked and casual play modes, with progression through battle tiers and in-game currency for unlocking cards and customization options.
Pokémon TCG: Perfect Order Elite Trainer Boxes Market Price Crashes After Massive Target Restock - IGN
The market price for Pokémon TCG: Perfect Order Elite Trainer Boxes has significantly dropped, reaching a low of $94.48 on TCGplayer, potentially due to a recent restock at Target. This price crash is more severe than other recent expansions like Ascended Heroes and Phantasmal Flames, though the latter is showing signs of a price resurgence. Third-party sellers on Amazon are listing the boxes at higher prices, but 3 Pack Blisters and Build & Battle Boxes are available for less than TCGplayer's market price.
The older Pokémon (and I) get, the more I appreciate its greatest asset - inter-generational brilliance
This article reflects on the enduring appeal of the Pokémon franchise, particularly its strength as an inter-generational experience. The author shares personal memories of bonding with their grandfather over the trading card game and discusses how the franchise continues to connect different age groups, highlighting its status as a major entertainment IP.
Everything We Saw At Pokémon Presents For February 2026 | Console Creatures
The Pokémon Company revealed several upcoming releases and updates during their February 2026 presentation. New mainline titles, Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves, are slated for 2027. Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness is coming to Nintendo Switch Online in March 2026, and a Switch version of Pokémon Champions will launch in April 2026.
Former developers of one of 2024's best Soulslikes are stuck in a purgatory of unpaid salaries
Former employees of Jyamma Games, the developer behind the 2024 action-RPG Enotria: The Last Song, have reported significant delays in receiving their salaries, with some payments outstanding since March 2025. CEO Giacomo Greco cited cashflow issues stemming from delayed revenue collection and changes in project direction, including a shift from an Enotria sequel to a trading card game adaptation of The Divine Comedy, and later an action-RPG. Despite assurances of restructuring and ongoing negotiations for investment and potential publishing deals, some former staff remain unpaid.
