Why The Pokemon Market Needs To Crash...

[@TheBeardedSquatch]

I thought with me being an adult now with adult money I could relive my childhood without my mom saying no more Pokemon cards. Now it’s my bank account telling me no more cards!!!

[@Fer-k5u]

Thinking the same thing

[@joeldominguez3098]

We with you brother

[@Narncakes]

Me three 😂😅

[@TheBeardedSquatch]

We just need to stay strong guys and gals we will get through it

[@phillips.collectibles]

There's always someone! Well done on winning the Umbreon! Please claim your gift by February 8th, DM me on Instagram @phillips.collectibles (preferred), or if you don't have socials, please email, the latter can be found on my KZbin Profile.

[@malcolmhiggins7005]

I am that guy. Started collecting at 47 yrs old. I was in my early 20s when Pokemon came out. Thought I was too old. Then I got old and realized I didn't care what people thought

[@AktivistMusik]

Eyyyy. Same here. 10 years younger than you but similar experience. I was in middle school for 1st gen explosion so vintage has a deep nostalgic meaning to me. I just wish I saved all my cards.

[@DaleWesley]

Reddit got mad at me when I said the market needs to crash a few weeks ago, but I still believe it’s true.

[@whowhatwhy91]

It’s not an if it’s a when. When people keep getting burned in this TCG they will leave and they will leave with a bad taste. Market will drop many bags will be held. Collect what you want, don’t over extend yourself and just enjoy the hobby with in your abilities.

[@jessepolowin2339]

it seems unsustainable, yet there's even more hype sets coming. I doubt things will correct or crash while Journey Together, Team Rocket and 30th anniversary are down the pipe. When these kinds of sets are being released, it seems like everything goes bullish. appreciate your take on it!

[@momohd1071]

At some threshold , exceeding demand without enough supply creates a permanent negative sentiment in the hobby

[@jacoba756]

Great point, that if parents can’t buy kids cards, we lose the next generation and the value dies in 15 years

[@LiliathePenguin]

2:01 Hi, its me. I'm the rare adult that didn't collect or play the games at all as a child. My parents didn't allow anything pokemon but I bought my switch a few years ago and have since played some of the newer games and recently started collecting and playing the tcg as well

[@JonathanStaves]

Buying Pokemon cards right now feels like watching tons of commercials hyping a new movie that you decide to pay more than you wanted to see in theaters and then find out it’s just 80% hype and 20% quality content.

[@Burtonwoodworks]

Nailed it. It’s fun to be around during the bull run but let’s keep a level head. You hit home with the Charizard!

[@phillips.collectibles]

Appreciate that, that Charizard was one of the most popular chase cards for a while too

[@hadanolte]

Solid take. I didn't think about it that way, but makes sense! Even though I didn't collect cards, I played so much of the games as a kid (still do😅) and just from that nostalgia, I jumped on board the card scene during celebrations. Maybe there will be kids like me that'll start collecting as an adult, just because they enjoyed the show or the game or some other aspect of pokemon? (pokemon go, unite, tcg pocket, etc.)

[@joeyg5]

I’m torn at the moment. I love watching my collection rise in value but it’s sad that most people can’t get their hands on packs. I agree that a crash is necessary.

[@kenjitrussiadi]

I really can’t imagine a market crash right now at this crazy time. I feel like the market has totally changed. People are just buying whatever. Prices are going up on anything just “nice”. The market now is like if India suddenly started collecting Pokemon cards but the Pokemon company decides to copy the Prime hydration and Travis Scott Nike collab sneakers business model.

[@jaiwinn6454]

I don’t think ppl are gonna understand how great your comparison was 🤌🏾🤌🏾

[@anthonycoryell9936]

Luckily there’s thousands of cards that cost around 1-5$ you could buy to just enjoy the hobby :)

[@stephenburnell3425]

The bubble for sure needs to pop on the market

[@hieinh]

That's why you need to go after the cards that are out of print that haven't climbed 200%. Astral Radiance seems undervalued

[@agïrmw]

As a kid in the hobby it is absolutely awful to look at the prices right now. I am an umbreon fan and the prices for Prismatic evolutions are not making it affordable for me to get any of the packs right now

[@ACBpokemon]

@@tobiramatv6918 who cares how old they are? they are making a good point. Maybe more kids would be into it if it was a fun affordable thing. I remember when I was a kid I wouldn't get tons of packs all the time it was more 1 or 2 every now and then if we were out at the mall or grocery store. I went hunting for Prismatic and found 1 ETB at MSRP. It was temping just to sell it from $60 ----> $150. I opened it but anyone not into pokemon will buy it and sell it for at least $100 now. It's supposed to be fun and cheap

[@hiroshimasensei1276]

@@tobiramatv6918 maybe hes parents brought him into the hobby

[@Corviuss]

@@tobiramatv6918 Well you're just a barrel of laughs aren't you.. not every kid will advertise they collect & not every kid is interested in the cards, especially if their area doesn't sell them. Even then in my area most shit is overpriced to the moon. Most of the adults that are collecting started as kids & it stuck as a hobby/interest as they aged, it originated as a trading card game catered to kids, it sounds like you're more butthurt about it lmao. Just because some kids don't collect doesn't mean other kids don't collect. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

[@anthonycoryell9936]

So buy terastal festival, plenty of it around and way better hit rates :)

[@Tedibare23]

I don’t think the market will crash anytime soon. Maybe plateau or have a small correction. With prismatic , then rocket for the cards and then you have to think about the switch 2 release which will likely have a Pokémon game release 3rd or 4th quarter , then the next era being around the corner and then 30th anniversary. It’s just a lot of content at about the perfect time frames. They will sure print a bunch to take advantage but I don’t see a total crash in the next 18 months.

[@GuimoCollex]

Great video! I’m really interested to see how and when the market corrects. As of right now it doesn’t look like it’s gonna happen until the end of this year or beginning of next depending on how hype the sets that we havnt seen. Everyone talks about I think fusion strike? just wasn’t that sought after? That’s what it’s gonna take for everything to settle down. Either way we will see!

[@makroYT]

All cards are going up in value, right now the market is crazy 😅

[@nightcrowbc2250]

I'm 49y old and went from collecting tabletop miniatures and lego most part of my life into pokemon since just one year ago.

[@jb930]

Really enjoyed your first rip and ship the other day, will see you in your next one! 😁

[@phillips.collectibles]

Great to hear you enjoyed it!

[@JoshRyan-b6l]

I managed to get my hands on the binder pack of prismatic evolutions and opened my first 5 packs🤣 hopefully the next reprint will make things a bit easier for everyone. Great videos to by the way, heaps of great info, cheers mate 🤙🏻

[@phillips.collectibles]

Look out for I can’t wait to see you on the next livestream! You can purchase packs for my scheduled rip and ship. (Discount Code Reached Limit) 🔗: www.phillipscollectibles.com.au

[@benjaminmajeski140]

For me I wasn’t allowed to collect cards as a kid, but all my friends did! So this is kind of a way of reclaiming my childhood.

[@kneelbeforethelord917]

Same here lol

[@pricejuice]

@not allowed? Can you explain? Just curious don’t feel obligated to explain if you don’t want to.

[@benjaminmajeski140]

@@pricejuice parents thought it was a waste of money, so they wouldn’t allow me to buy any

[@pricejuice]

I see

[@GrimmRipper88]

Bro, this is the best time to get into pokemon. Market crashes are only good for casual collectors and buyers. I like when certain cards crash for me to buy up, but I'd rather the cards i buy keep going up than crash. Saying we need a crash is ridiculous.

[@nickswan212]

You are EXACTLY right on the nostalgia and personal connection these cards need to have with young players and collectors for this hobby to truly grow. While Pokemon is bigger than Yugioh ever was I still think those core fundamental memories as you put it will play an enormous role in this hobby's future. If Surging Sparks, Prismatic, and soon to be Journey Together aren't on store shelves kids aren't going to care about them at all.

[@nickswan212]

@@cryptoclyps5049 He brings it up in this video. Yugioh has a mostly older player and collector base because the younger generations lost interest more and more year after year. This could be the case with Pokemon if there is no product available for them to grab off a store shelf because lets be honest a kid isn't going on a website to grab Pokemon cards. They are going with their parents to Target or Walmart shopping and ask for that pack available on the shelves. If there is nothing available then the interest year after year for the youth could slowly die down and eventually lead to a more stagnant hobby. In terms of investments that isn't great long term if your buyers simply have no interest in a product that historically has its teeth sunk deeply into nostalgia. Can't have nostalgia for something you never really had.

[@anthonycoryell9936]

The prices will drop eventually, the market ebbs and flows it won’t always be this bad and luckily little Timmy will be able to find Pokémon cards again one day soon. Besides most card shops still sell packs for around 5-6$ and that’s what I got as a kid 😂

[@TrypZOfficial]

Always appreciate your insight! 🎉

[@unitcg]

I love the revolutions! I hope you make a video about prismatic evolutions soon because I sadly didn’t get the preorder. Scalpers are getting crazy 😢

[@pish180]

Dude. you literally nailed the point I've been trying to make to all the streamers for the past several weeks. Kids can't get cards and its going to have a long term impact on the hobby.

[@lulucolby8882]

Everything is so expensive in Pokemon right now, winning a celebration’s Umbreon from you is probably the only way I can grow my collection.

[@anthonycoryell9936]

Thousands of 1-5$ cards that are wonderful and beautiful m8

[@bertverlinden8579]

Great info as usual ! Thank you please keep doing this.❤🎉

[@barleypeng01]

Great video Phil, I recently just got into collecting with 151 and your videos are so informative for new collectors! 😊

[@joshuacheng4440]

Just recently got back into collecting and your videos help me so much

[@ygtoyz227]

I love your videos, just came back to the hobby after 20 years!

[@CarlShave-q5j]

This, as all your other videos have been tops! Great clear informative and very professional. Keep them coming.

[@Ciro912]

Love the channel, the content and your discord. Keep it up!!!!

[@sanjosesharks31]

Prismatic prices for singles are absolutely insane for such a new set. Never thought I’d see something like this.

[@zaynramsey9857]

Yea this video kinda sums it up. I have been collecting for some time, always on a budget. My passion for collecting seems to wane every time the prices get so high. Right now, I'm just trying to find things that are collectable within my price range. Anyway, something has to be done.

[@ReveredCards]

“It’s kinda gross bro…” LOL love it.

[@trevorbeardmore9685]

Loving your videos. Look forward to them everyday! Keep them coming 😊😊

[@phillips.collectibles]

Thank you! Will do!

[@ShawnJbarr1988YT]

great video

[@DomGrassano]

Love the vids and these prices are insane!! What is your most reliable site to check accurate prices of cards in your personal opinion?

[@EASports0000]

I would love to get the umbreon card for my collection, also your videos are very informative thank you for looking out for us regular collectors, also I haven't been able to find any packs any where around me lol

[@Hu55yTM]

Just getting in to the hobby so I'm glad I found your channel. I like the art work on the cards I'm not really interested in selling them but I also am not interested in paying thousands for a single card

[@kristians2536]

Ye.. I am not sure that it will crash any time soon.

[@rubi6348]

It's unreal and insustainable the situation right now 😞

[@GamerbrozPlayinGames]

it's crazy how the market randomly surged. Currently a tag-team collector and while I do wanna wait for the hype period to die down, I'm wondering how many tag-team cards are going to still be in rotation later on down the year once the dust settles. There's going to be new stagnated prices by the end of this I feel.

[@anthonycoryell9936]

I hear ya :/ I’m battling with myself about this exact thing at the moment

[@RandomIrishMan-q8k]

I recently just got back into Pokémon and it might of been the worst times to do so with the outrageous prices in the new sets, along with the pull rates (I'm mainly talking about prismatic evolutions) so yes i agree that the Pokémon market does need to crash

[@thechampion1556]

Great video! I just back into collection, but I collect completely for fun, so the high market prices don’t affect me because I just buy crap quality cards that I like for cheap

[@Jabu-Jabu]

honestly, even though I enjoy collecting and investing in Pokémon cards (a part of me doesn’t want it to crash), I agree. Despite these trends generating a lot of excitement between investors, it’s still important to remember who these cards were made for - kids. I think a crash would help preserve the integrity of the franchise and keep it equally accessible for everyone, as it should be

[@brandontharp4637]

Thank you for your videos! They are helping me get into the hobby is a smart way.

[@cdevils]

Keep going! Love the channel i never miss an episode man.

[@phillips.collectibles]

Thanks for watching! I really appreciate it.

[@JAW114]

Count me in as an adult who just got into Pokemon. I came over from sports and frankly even with the recent boom collecting Pokemon is sooo much cheaper than high end sports cards and opening packs is surprisingly more gratifying. Sports has become pure speculation on the top rookie or two each season which rarely pans out until they win MVPS and rings. Take a long time to reward you and really does. Whereas Pokemon have immediate value and will hold it more or less based on the character, art, rarity etc. Annnd Pokemon don’t get injured or do stupid off court stuff and ruin their careers. Pokemon feels like a safer long term investment and short term fun! Can’t believe I’m admitting that as a looong time sports card collector.

[@JAW114]

Oh the other thing is in sports it’s mostly about rookie and the prime of a guys career then once they retire their cards are pretty much worthless besides a few autos here and there. But in pokemon a strong character can be relevant and sought after generation after generation.

[@seandow2172]

Love your content, me and my buddies tried getting into getting stock up to get a table at a convention up but everything is so expensive rn and we can’t really get into it because it cost so much, scalpers kinda killed the dream:(

[@VyralOfficial]

Hey Phill, thanks for your insight. It's easy to get lost in the hype and fomo so I appreciate your perspective and experience with the market. I am just a small casual collector myself and I would love to see the market drop so kids and small collectors can enjoy the hobby more. Subscribed to your channel, cheers and joined your Discord as well, looks like a nice community!

[@christokj4070]

Thanks for the content. May you make a Video about the older cards price increase because of the new Hype? Greets ❤

[@GoldenPandaTCG]

RIP to all the parents out there buying cards for their kids ☠☠

[@NIcolasbobbitt]

Love these vids. Just started collecting in November and needed to reconsider collecting as a hobby. Expensive cards are cool but picking up cool looking cards for 5 bucks is the best part most of the time.

[@kneelbeforethelord917]

Still plenty of cool 5$ cards. This hobby is a lifetime hobby. You dont need everything now plus its nice to have more expensive cards to set goals on in the future.

[@sascs0012]

Love these videos lately. Also hoping that prices go down so normal people can open boosters!

[@andweebh6894]

If it keeps going at the pace it is, this will be unsustainable

[@AktivistMusik]

Favorite new channel. Great videos my guy!

[@phillips.collectibles]

Awesome, thanks for being here!

[@IdaDragonheart_TCG]

I missed it, all the crown zenith packs are gone, let alone the code😂😂😂 so glad to see you doing so well, and I feel like your rip-n-ships are much more enjoyable than most as they can get quite over-hyped and some feel a bit overwhelming. Glad you enjoy yourself on streams:)

[@mitchquigg3301]

I agree it’s getting out of hand. What is your favorite Scarlet violet set to open?

[@evacerkvenik8601]

Honestly old cards have so much charm, I love looking at "normal" illustrations in their little windows. Some commons have stunning art, and I wish that same art was extended across the whole card. The rainbows and the solid background full arts are not my jam, but alt arts are gorgeous:) they also tend to be easier to pull😂

[@SahilA187]

I legit laughed out loud at the 12:11 mark when you did that karate chop with the sound effect LOL but yes your point of kids not having access to cards is important, its crucial to the longevity of the TCG

[@PanchampTCG]

As a kid, we were so broke I got one pack per month if I was lucky. Now as an adult, I’m still broke… but at least now I have access to credit cards. Truly living the dream! 😂

[@jimmmm]

the market is crash because people want the fun but some people are wanting money.

[@DylArn32]

The thought of actual kids not being able to open packs and create amazing memories of pulling rare cards is devastating. Was always a highlight for me when Mum would take me to pick up a pack, and thankfully I still have all those cards to this day, and I hope the kids of this generation can create those lifelong memories as well.

[@RyanOak1400]

Absolute spot on take. A lot of people picking it up right now in this bull run collected these cards as a kid. They have disposable income and are keen to get back in for nostalgia purposes. With any thing that gets popular, it brings in a lot of attention and hype that will eventually crash. However with Team Rocket and the 30th around the corner…this may last longer than we think

[@iankthx]

getting priced out of all the sets have me turning to shrouded fable 😂

[@phillips.collectibles]

Shrouded will always be there

[@TheyCallMeTheKing]

I just discovered your channel and nice video!

[@martinpark9884]

My daughter is 4 and loves everything Pokemon, especially Pokemon Pocket. This has got me back into it. So gutted I missed 151 but prices are crazy. Really appreciate this channel which is helping me stay grounded and not get swept up too much in the hype train 💙

[@lrparaizo123]

Soo sad when I heard the truth “We are collecting shiny cardboard” 😞

[@kwilt85]

Always love the content! Just recently started collecting and the info is very Helpful!

[@phillips.collectibles]

Appreciate you watching!

[@nichol1866]

I have no problem with Pokemon cards being expensive. After a certain amount of time. Not literally at release. It drives the hobby to be money focused rather than collecting, enjoying the artwork or chase.

[@Seramael]

its rough seeing prices this high, ive started looking at collecting other things like models while waiting for prices to drop

[@Narncakes]

To answer your first question, “Why would anyone want to be collecting Pokémon cards right now with current prices”, is because, in my opinion, of two main reasons. One, they got into collecting late (I would say within the last few months) and want to catch up with the more veteran collectors despite the high costs. I started collected a few months ago, at the end of October, as I also feel behind. I’m grateful for my collection and am fortunate to open/buy the cards I have, but I’m missing so many cards still. Second, with so many people collecting and not enough product, FOMO is definitely happening which forces people to spend more than they should be. I really hope prices go down and the bubble bursts because it will help the newer collectors. I’m torn because I want to get so many cards right now, but the prices are just so crazy at the moment.

[@ProtectTheHive]

super agree with this video - honestly worried for the future of the hobby with the crazy (gross) events of the last year and the influx of our favourite hypebeasts into the hobby over the past while

[@alicefox7076]

Had really strict parents that would not allow me to have Pokémon cards as a child but then Amazon messed up my girlfriend’s order of “2023 trick or trade pack, instead I got the 151 UPC and ended up pulling the Charizard EX SIR, once seeing the value I thought “why not” and that was in Feb/March of last year” been having a blast with it.

[@alphapickle6706]

I remember the thrill and hype of opening a new set as a kid since I was only able to buy 1 or 2 packs every now and then. Nowadays kids aren't even able to get 1 pack as parents aren't likely to pay scalper prices especially ones that aren't keen on "wasting" money. Even now I'm still not able to buy many packs because the sets I do wanna buy are always out of stock for retail prices. Its sad to see that the hobby has shifted from focussing on the beautiful artworks to simply being a cheap and easy means to a quick buck.

[@tomat_toe]

Didn't realize Battle Styles was the fuse that set off an explosion for alt arts!

[@fleischman-1014]

You should also link your video on the relationship between the Pokemon company and the secondary market. I think it was "the dark side of pokemon". Not only do we want more shiny cardboard to increase availability and bring down prices, but the Pokemon company probably also wants prices to come down and they're going to try their hardest to stabilize supply and demand. They've set prices and printing at levels they think straddles the line between allowing fans to buy the product and supporting a secondary market where prices can gradually increase long term. I bet they're just as concerned over the current situation as we fans are.

[@ShadowKingGGs]

I collected when I was a kid and ended up giving away all my cards to a kid I knew about 10 years ago. Come to find out some were worth some money and now im tempted to get back into collecting

[@jasonbarrett2926]

I’ve just accepted the fact that my goal to collect the eeveelutions that I like won’t be happening 😂😭

[@evilized2016gaming]

I actually collected comics/ marvel, GPk since the early 90s till about 2022 then switch over to pokemon. Channel has taught me quite a bit! thanks and keep the vids coming!

[@HelmOaken]

I only recently got back into Pokemon collecting. I used to collect late X&Y - early Sun & Moon. It was quite a surprise for me to see how big the demand for the hobby is now 😅

[@BenjaminEklund-g4z]

That Umbreon is🔥I love the gold star cards! I pulled a Regirock as a kid and had no clue how rare it was😄

[@aserveofrices4283]

I love your Chanel and I hope you get I million subs soon

[@packncheesy]

All good points! Stepping back to get a clearer picture can be hard, especially when something new is happening every 2-3 months (for the most part). But if you’re able to buy/open/keep what you’re interested in on a strategic level, you can still get the satisfaction of being involved with what’s going on in the community, while not burning a hole through your pocket or being left holding the bag. But hey, some people like holding the bag, if it’s something they truly love. 🤷❤

[@michaelkrynski7793]

The Pokémon company needs to reprint these sets like crazy! xD

[@DiamondJim1]

Thanks for the knowledge

[@wylaff]

I missed Pokemon as a child because they came out right as I was starting high-school and I was "too cool" for them. A friend got me some packs for Christmas, so I guess this is my midlife crises :)

[@BetterJaden]

I just got back into collecting last year and these prices are scary sometimes

[@Iamwillz]

Very interesting how people watched Pokemon think they collected Base Set as well 😂

[@gold3nd3agle]

I loved collecting cards as a kid, my dad used to purchase nice ones on eBay and now that I’m an adult, I want to share this with my kids

[@raulienei7959]

The prices are insane, you can t even hope for a master set

[@raulfigueroa5603]

Great stuff man!

[@itsantonioparker]

This reminds me of the Van Gogh Pikachu. Even though the Moonbreon card didn’t have time to grow in this new set the fact that it has a story of people fighting in stores over it already gives it that unique value. Plus, the pull rates are incredibly tough, which adds to its appeal

[@ngjiaquan07]

I was introduced to PTCG about 4 months ago through KZbin shorts showing Paldean Fates pack openings, especially the Gardevoir sir. I was immediately drawn to the art and thought, “What a lovely piece of ‘cardboard’!” I wanted to add it to my PC, but at that time, the price was RM170 (40 USD). Now, looking back... I regret not getting it.

[@ObserverDriftMusic]

Millennials are in so much debt that they are taking massive risks right now investing credit in speculative plays like Pokemon to try to dig themselves out of their situation or to just to attempt to afford rent or down payment for a house

[@scottishhillclimb]

I'm still trying to complete twilight masquerade and all these new sets are coming fast. Been collecting since last year with my son bringing back my childhood lol

[@carlcustodio4186]

Thanks for all the good points. I will only try to get what I can afford for now. :)

[@PPp-b8j]

I just got into collecting and its so hard to get going, any advice?