Pokémon trading cards are their own economy

Vergecast by Vox Media Podcast Network

Sep 29, 202634:47Technology

The Pokémon Trading Card Game isn't just a game, it's an economy. Livestreamers provide vicarious dopamine hits to viewers who tune in to watch them open booster packs, and the rarest cards can resell for hundreds or eve...

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