Image featuring Mimikyu (Delta Species) - SWSH136 - SWSH: Sword & Shield Promo Cards (SWSD)

Pokémon TCG Buyouts Continue: 5 Cards Surging in Value

October 1, 2025

The Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) secondary market for Pokémon TCG card prices continues to expand rapidly, with collectors seeing record highs and frequent buyouts. Values are climbing at a pace that surprises even seasoned investors. In this article, we explore five standout cards that have experienced significant price increases.

Pikachu (Secret) - Crown Zenith (CRZ)

The Pikachu card from Crown Zenith has seen a dramatic rise in value. Initially trading around $10 (£8), it quickly spiked to $35–$40 (£28–£32), with one high sale recorded at $60 (£48).

Raw copies: $35–$40
PSA 10 copies: $250 (£200)

This showcases how the value of iconic characters like Pikachu can skyrocket due to demand from both collectors and investors.

The Mewtwo promo from the Ultra-Premium Collection (UPC 1:51) has more than doubled in value. Once priced at around $10–$15 (£8–£12), it now sells for $40 (£32).

Pokemon card featuring Mewtwo - 052 - SV: Scarlet & Violet Promo Cards (SVP)

Raw copies: $40
PSA 10 copies: $500–$600 (£400–£480)

This promo demonstrates how exclusive releases often drive collector attention and contribute to climbing values.

The Mimikyu promo from the Celebrations Prime Collection has been heavily targeted by buyers. Originally selling for just $4 (£3.20), its value has surged to nearly $20 (£16).

Pokemon card featuring Mimikyu (Delta Species) - SWSH136 - SWSH: Sword & Shield Promo Cards (SWSD)

Raw copies: $20
PSA 10 copies: $360–$370 (£288–£296)

Another Mimikyu promo, included in the Paldean Fates Elite Trainer Boxes (ETBs), also climbed from $5 (£4) to as high as $15 (£12) before stabilising around $10 (£8).

Pokemon card featuring Mimikyu - 075 - SV: Scarlet & Violet Promo Cards (SVP)

Raw copies: $10
PSA 10 copies: $150 (£120)

The Pokémon Center stamped version of this promo has been even more remarkable. In just a few weeks, it jumped from $30–$35 (£24–£28) to around $100 (£80).

pokemon card featuring Mimikyu - 075 (Pokemon Center Exclusive) - SV: Scarlet & Violet Promo Cards (SVP)

Raw copies: $100
PSA 10 copies: $500 (£400)

These shifts highlight the volatility of card values, particularly for promos tied to special collections.

Lugia V - SWSH12: Silver Tempest (SWSH12)

The Lugia V from Silver Tempest has also experienced steady growth. Initially valued at $4 (£3.20), it has climbed to $11 (£8.80).

Raw copies: $11
PSA 10 copies: $230 (£184)

As a legendary Pokémon, Lugia continues to hold strong appeal, reinforcing the rising trend of Pokémon TCG card prices across modern sets.

Final Thoughts

The market is experiencing aggressive buyouts and unpredictable spikes, with promos and set cards alike gaining traction. From Pikachu to Lugia, collectors are watching Pokémon TCG card prices soar, especially for PSA 10 graded examples. Prices show no signs of slowing down, so both collectors and investors need to stay alert — values can climb rapidly, particularly for limited promotional releases.

References

Cardmarket (2025) Pokémon Trading Card Game Market Trends. Available at: https://www.cardmarket.com
eBay (2025) Pokémon TCG Sold Listings. Available at: https://www.ebay.com
PSA (2025) Population Report and Market Values. Available at: https://www.psacard.com

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Pikachu (Secret) - Crown Zenith (CRZ)

Mewtwo - 052 - SV: Scarlet & Violet Promo Cards (SVP)

Mimikyu (Delta Species) - SWSH136 - SWSH: Sword & Shield Promo Cards (SWSD)

Lugia V - SWSH12: Silver Tempest (SWSH12)

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