The Pokémon craze is making a big comeback, with exclusive Mini Tins causing real-world chaos among fans. Shoppers are scrambling for the coveted items at Costco stores, leading to shouting matches, fights, and even store policies limiting purchases.
Videos posted on PokeBeach show chaotic scenes, including employees yelling “No running!” as customers rush to grab the Mini Tins. The original retail price of $10 has increased in value, with individual tins reselling for up to $21 online. Complete displays of 10 tins have sold for as much as $250.
The demand is so overwhelming that some stores have implemented purchase limits, such as restricting shoppers to just three five-pack Mini Tins each. Local game stores are not immune to the chaos, with one Reddit post revealing a store was ransacked after a car drove into it.
The Pokémon 151 series has reignited nostalgia for longtime fans, but its popularity is creating tension in stores. As shoppers continue to fight for their chance to “catch ’em all,” the craze shows no signs of slowing down.
Source: https://san.com/cc/pokemon-craze-causes-chaos-at-costco-over-151-mini-tins