Study Reveals Most Trading Card Packs Hide Rare Card Odds
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Study Reveals Most Trading Card Packs Hide Rare Card Odds

Key Takeaways

  • Trading card popularity surged significantly after COVID-19.
  • Most card packs conceal the true odds of finding rare items.
  • The purchasing model strongly resembles gambling mechanics.
  • Children and young consumers are frequently affected by this lack of transparency.

Trading card packs have surged in popularity, driven by randomized mechanics where consumers buy packs hoping to find rare items. A new study reveals that most of these packs conceal the odds of winning rare cards. This lack of transparency creates a gambling-like environment that impacts children and other unsuspecting buyers.

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