People Camped Overnight at GameStops for Pokémon Prismatic ETBs — And the Resale Profits Are Wild!
We Did It!
Lines. Lawn chairs. Loot.
That was the scene at GameStop's nationwide on Saturday, May 10th, 2025, as collectors and resellers rushed to secure the limited-edition Pokémon Prismatic Elite Trainer Boxes (ETBs) — arguably the most hyped Pokémon release of the year.
Photos surfaced showing people camping overnight with fold-out chairs and snacks, all for the chance to grab a $49.99 box reselling for $200+ just hours later.
🎯 Why the Hype?
The Prismatic ETBs feature:
Exclusive holofoil promos
Cracked-ice Prismatic card sleeves
Eeveelution-themed packs
GameStop-exclusive box art
Only a limited number of units were sent to each GameStop, creating artificial scarcity and instant aftermarket value.
💰 The Resell Market Reaction
By noon on release day:
eBay listings were flooded with sealed ETBs at $200–$250 each
Some sellers were bundling two for $400+
Local Facebook Marketplace and OfferUp listings were popping up in every major city
⛺️ Chairs, Camping & Community
FlipFlip community members across states like Florida, Texas, California, and New York documented the drop firsthand. Some showed up as early as 11 p.m. the night before with chairs and friends to hold their spot.
“It felt like a mini Black Friday — but for cardboard,” one member said.
“We got 4 boxes and sold 3 before we even left the parking lot.”
📊 Flip Potential: Is It Worth It?
Let’s break it down:
Metric | Value |
|---|---|
Retail Price | $49.99 |
Average Resale | $200–$250 |
Profit Per Box | $150–$200 |
Sell-Through Speed | < 24 hours |
Even with potential local taxes, GameStop Pro memberships, and shipping fees, flippers saw 4–5x returns with zero advertising—just supply, demand, and grind.
📦 What’s Next?
🚨 FlipFlip insiders are now watching for:
Walmart and Target restocks later this month
Online exclusives from Pokémon Center
Wave 2 rumors already heating up
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