Pokémon Card Scanner ID's Mysterious Pokémon

A new CT scanner capable of revealing the contents of unopened Pokémon card packs has ignited a debate among collectors. Learn more about the fan reaction and its potential impact on the Pokémon card market.

Pokémon Card Market Roiled by CT Scanner Capable of Identifying Unopened Packs

Guessing Games Just Got More Valuable

A company, Industrial Inspection and Consulting (IIC), is offering a service to identify the Pokémon cards within unopened packs using a CT scanner. This $70 service, showcased in a recent YouTube promotional video, has sparked considerable online discussion among Pokémon enthusiasts.

The ability to peek inside unopened packs without destroying them has raised concerns about the integrity of the Pokémon card market. The value of rare Pokémon cards has exploded, with some fetching hundreds of thousands, even millions of dollars. This has led to increased pressure on illustrators and a surge in scalping.

The Pokémon card market has become a significant investment arena, with many seeking cards expected to appreciate in value. While some see the CT scanner as a potential advantage for strategic purchasing, others express concerns about market manipulation and price inflation. The YouTube video's comments section reflects a range of opinions, from outrage and disgust to skepticism and amusement.

One particularly humorous comment suggested that the ability to guess Pokémon cards from images will become a highly valued skill!