Thousands line up at Kmart for midnight release of Pokémon card game

Thousands of shoppers lined up outside Kmart stores at midnight to buy the new Pokémon Trading Card Game: Scarlet & Violet Prismatic Evolutions edition. The $79 collectible box was released this week and quickly sold out at many locations. Many fans reported that the cards were gone within minutes of opening. Some parents expressed frustration after visiting multiple stores without success. The high demand has led to resale prices on platforms like Facebook Marketplace reaching up to $160. The Pokémon cards are also available at other retailers, including Big W and EB Games, but stock is limited. Some shoppers have resorted to paying higher prices to secure the sought-after items for their children.