A recent promo video showcasing a CT scanner that reveals the contents of unopened Pokémon card packs has ignited a lively debate among collectors. Let's delve into the fan reactions and potential market implications.
Pokémon Card Pack Contents Revealed: A CT Scanner's Impact
Your Pokémon Guessing Game Just Got a Lot More Valuable
Industrial Inspection and Consulting (IIC) is offering a service to identify Pokémon cards within unopened packs using a CT scanner for approximately $70. This "crazy" service, as some fans have called it, has sparked considerable online discussion.IIC's YouTube video demonstration of the technology has raised concerns about the future of the Pokémon card market. The high value of rare Pokémon cards, some fetching millions of dollars, has fueled a passionate and sometimes problematic collecting scene. The demand has even led to harassment of artists, highlighting the intense pressures within the market.
The Pokémon card market is a significant investment niche, with many seeking cards that will appreciate in value. While some see the pre-opening scan as a potential advantage, others express concerns about the service's impact on market integrity and potential price inflation. Negative reactions ranged from "threatened" to "disgusted." However, skepticism also remains prevalent.
One humorous comment highlights the unexpected consequence: "Finally, my 'Who's That Pokémon?' skills are going to be highly sought after!" The debate continues, with the future of the Pokémon card market hanging in the balance.
