The Pokémon Company has taken a significant step in addressing the ongoing challenges faced by fans eager to get their hands on the latest Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) sets. In an official statement, the company announced plans for reprints of recent sets and emphasized their commitment to improving product availability for fans.
The launch of the latest set, "Destined Rivals," was marred by shortages, pre-order issues, and the impact of scalpers. This set, along with other recent releases like "Prismatic Evolutions" and the "Blooming Waters" box, have been highly sought after, making them difficult to acquire.
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In their statement, The Pokémon Company acknowledged the difficulties fans are facing in purchasing certain Pokémon TCG products due to high demand. "We understand this inconvenience can be disappointing for fans, and we are actively working to print more of the impacted Pokémon TCG products as quickly as possible and at maximum capacity to address this," the statement read. They assured fans that reprints would be available at participating retailers soon.
The company also outlined plans to maximize production for future TCG expansions to ensure better availability at launch and to continue reprinting affected products to replenish stock, including at the Pokémon Center.
In response to scalping issues, The Pokémon Company indirectly addressed the problem by emphasizing their commitment to a smooth purchasing experience at the Pokémon Center. They currently use a virtual queue system during periods of high site traffic to help ensure products reach fans first. "We will continue to explore measures that help create the best possible experience for Pokémon Center customers," the company stated, expressing gratitude for the community's patience and support as they work to deliver more Pokémon TCG products to fans.
With these assurances, fans can hope for a more streamlined and less stressful experience when collecting and playing the Pokémon TCG with the arrival of new sets.
