Palworld TCG Prices Skyrocket as eBay Scalpers Profit Off of Card Game Launch
The Palworld Trading Card Game has officially launched with its first set, “Dawn of Palpagos,” released on July 30, 2026, through a partnership between developer Pocketpair and card game publisher Bushiroad. The release has immediately attracted waves of scalpers exploiting high demand, with cards being resold at inflated prices on eBay and other secondary markets far above their retail value.
The scalping problem mirrors issues that have plagued other major collectible card game launches, particularly Pokémon TCG, where secondary market resellers have consistently driven up prices and created supply shortages for legitimate buyers. The Pokémon Company has responded by implementing facial recognition systems in Japanese retail stores to combat scalping. Pocketpair’s TCG appears to be facing similar market pressures, with eager collectors competing against speculators who are buying up inventory to resell at marked-up prices.
The card game launch represents a significant expansion beyond Palworld’s core video game franchise, which has gained considerable popularity since its early access release. The Bushiroad partnership positions the TCG as a major revenue stream and cross-media extension of the property, though the immediate scalping surge underscores ongoing industry challenges in managing secondary market speculation and ensuring access for genuine fans.