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Study Reveals Most Trading Card Packs Hide Rare Card Odds
Trading cards, including Pokémon and sports collectibles, have experienced a massive surge in popularity since the COVID-19 pandemic. Consumers purchase randomized packs hoping to find rare and valuable chase cards, mirroring gambling-like mechanics. However, a recent study highlights that the vast majority of these trading card packs fail to disclose the actual odds of winning rare items. This lack of transparency particularly affects vulnerable consumers, including children, who repeatedly buy packs without knowing their true chances.