Munch Scream Pokémon Cards: History, Value, and Where the Market Stands

Five cards, one museum exhibit, and the most distinctive promo set Pokémon has ever printed. The full story of the 2018 Munch Scream cards — and where the market sits now, eight years on.

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LEGO vs. Pokémon Investing: An Honest Comparison

Both LEGO and sealed Pokémon have beaten the S&P 500 — and they're not the same asset. Five structural differences that matter more than the headline return gap.

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Is Pokémon a Good Investment? An Honest Look at the Data

Sealed Pokémon has genuinely beaten the S&P 500 — but the headline numbers are inflated by the pandemic boom. An honest look at what the data actually shows.

The Mario Porno Nintendo Supposedly Buried

There's a piece of gaming trivia that practically everyone who's been online long enough has absorbed: Nintendo secretly owns two Mario-themed porn parodies starring Ron Jeremy, which it bought specifically to bury them forever. It shows up in every "mind-blowing gaming facts" listicle. It

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There Are Two LEGO Poké Balls. Only One of Them Is the Exciting One

If you've gone looking for "the LEGO Poké Ball," you've probably hit a wall of confusion — and it's not your fault. There are actually two of them. One you can already own. One is still a leak. And the one everybody'

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Japan Is Turning an Airport Into Pokémon — and the Reason Is Bigger Than Tourism

On July 7, a small regional airport on Japan's Noto Peninsula reopens with a new name: the Noto Satoyama Pokémon With You Airport. The headlines are going to focus on the obvious stuff — a giant Pikachu blimp in the atrium, every wall covered in Flying-type Pokémon, themed buses

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The Pokémon Cards Hidden in Your Store Right Now (And Who Really Put Them There)

That booster box wedged behind the paper towels in aisle 12 isn't lost. Nobody fumbled it there. It's hidden — on purpose, by someone who fully intends to come back for it. If you've spent any time chasing Pokémon restocks, you've heard the

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Pokémon as an Investment Vehicle: Can It Rival the S&P 500?

Author's Note: This article is not financial advice. It is not investment advice. It should be interpreted as nothing more than an entertaining thought experiment. Perform your own due diligence before making financial decisions. For decades, the default answer to “Where should I put long-term money?” has been

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Pokémon Is Cleaner on the Shelf Than It Is Behind the Counter

Pokémon looks wholesome from the outside. Bright packaging, nostalgic artwork, kids trading cards at lunch tables, adults chasing Charizards like it’s 1999 again. To the average customer, the Pokémon TCG aisle seems simple: a store orders product, a distributor sends it, and collectors buy it. Behind the scenes, it

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MetaZoo in 2026: Dead, Bought for $2 Million, and Rebuilt by the Creator of Magic

Here at Poke Cellar, we have been writing about MetaZoo for years. In fact, we were one of the distributors for their first edition booster boxes. So trust me when I say that there is no bigger MetaZoo fan than us. However, if you've been following the company,

How To Buy Pokemon From Japanese Websites

Japan gets some of the best Pokémon products first. Booster boxes, special sets, Pokémon Center exclusives, sleeves, deck boxes, plushes, promos, lottery items, and limited collaborations often release in Japan before they ever reach the rest of the world — and some never get an international release at all. The problem

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"How Do You Play? " A New Pokémon Documentary I will NOT be watching.

As Pokémon fans across the globe eagerly anticipate the release of the new three-part documentary, "How Do You Play," today, I find myself unable to share their excitement. The documentary promises to immerse viewers into the vibrant and often overlooked Pokémon Trading Card Game community, featuring endearing stories

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MetaZoo Leadership Rumors: What's the Truth?

Last week, a discord user named @Robfield.the trigger, part of the Poke Cellar Discord community, sparked a rumor suggesting that MetaZoo's CEO, Michael Waddell, may be stepping down or even selling MetaZoo. While this speculation was quickly refuted by Mike himself, a recent statement on MetaZoo'

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Evolving Skies Booster Box Raffle

Dear Reader, We will be hosting a free-to-enter raffle for a Booster Box of Pokemon's Evolving Skies. As you can see from these crazy prices, this set has really increased in value in recent months. Similar to the previous raffles, it is important to note that this is

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Pokemon's New Samurai Game: Project Bloom

As a gaming enthusiast, I've watched industry giants like Game Freak, the masterminds behind the Pokémon phenomenon, and Private Division, renowned for publishing a variety of titles, toil away for years pumping out a number of really interesting projects. Lucky for us enthusiasts, the companies have joined forces.

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Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Booster Boxes: Is Now the Time to buy?

The Pokémon Scarlet & Violet booster boxes have recently seen a significant drop in price, now selling for as low as $100. With the hype surrounding the silver borders and art combined with guaranteed holos now fading, the set might be considered by some to be a bland one. However,

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MetaZoo Meets Fast Food: The Unexpected Arby's Collaboration

In a whimsical turn of events, MetaZoo, the popular trading card game steeped in cryptid mythology, has partnered up with fast-food giant Arby's for a unique collaboration. This unlikely alliance brings together the fantastical world of MetaZoo and Arby's iconic roast beef sandwiches, resulting in an

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The Hasbro Hex: Is Magic's Future Disappearing Before Our Eyes?

If you're reading this, then you likely already know about Magic: The Gathering (MTG) — a game that has captivated millions since its inception in 1993. Unfortunately, the popular TCG has recently found itself at the center of controversy. Amid growing concerns about overproduction and a shift in distribution

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Mana to Money: Investing In Magic The Gathering (MTG)

In the world of alternative investments, few avenues have the allure and mystique of collectible card games, particularly games like Magic The Gathering (MTG). Since its inception the early 90s, MTG has not only captured the hearts of millions of players worldwide, but also the attention of savvy investors. In

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Explaining The Pre-Order Reservation System

As a bonafide retailer of Pokemon and other TCG products, managing the demand for popular releases has always been a struggle. It may not seem obvious to the average consumer but there truly is no easy solution to this dilemma. Shopping bots continue to be a problem and are very

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Pikachu's Prescription: How Pokémon Can Help Boost Your Mental Health

There is no question that the world of Pokémon has captured the hearts of people around the planet, but did you know that it can also be a positive force for mental health? In recent years, more and more people have been turning to the franchise as a way to

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Porygon's Shocking Legacy: The Pokemon Episode That Caused Seizures

In 1997, the Pokémon franchise was at the height of its popularity, with millions of fans around the world eagerly tuning in to watch the anime series. However, one particular episode, titled "Electric Soldier Porygon," caused a shocking controversy that would change the franchise forever. During the episode,

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Vintage Pokemon: A Hedge Against Inflation?

As crazy as it may sound, Pokemon in recent years has gained tremendous popularity as not just a game — but as a legitimate financial asset. Considering the current economic climate and inflationary concerns, it's no surprise that some investors are turning to alternative assets such as Pokemon cards.

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Pokémon Center's Exclusive Pikachu Funko Is A Major Let Down.

The Pokémon Center released an exclusive Pikachu Funko Pop that has caused quite a stir among collectors and fans. The item was released earlier today, and has quickly gained attention due to its limited availability and not so unique design. Despite the initial excitement, the general public has expressed disappointment

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Steve Aoki Is Literally Going To The Moon

Well, it's official. Steve Aoki is going to the moon. And no, this is not a euphemism for some new NFT project. Steve Aoki, the famous producer and MetaZoo equity partner, is actually going to the moon. You see, a Japanese billionaire known as Yusaku Maezawa decided a