Can adults like Pokémon cards?

Those outside our community are often surprised to find that many Pokémon TCG players are adults. Adults may get into the game for any number of reasons including having played it themselves when younger, wanting to play alongside their children and more.

What age is Pokemon cards aimed at?

At some point, the packaging for Pokémon TCG products changed to reflect a younger suitable age range for those wanting to play the game. When the game debuted, it was recommended for those 10 years and older. Currently, packaging reflects the “6+” age range.

Do adults play Pokémon?

Absolutely! Many adults play Pokémon Go. I play (I'm not divulging my age, but I'm old enough to have seen the first moon landing as a child).

Why are adults into Pokemon cards?

Most of my answer to this question will about Pokemon Go. Most adults that play Pokemon might be playing either for fun, as a way to remember their childhood or just to play. There is also the chance that they are playing in the national championships, and are constantly looking for new and better deck combinations.

Are most Pokemon fans adults?

Some polls show that more than half of the Pokémon player base are players over 18.

Are Adults Ruining the Pokemon TCG?

What age group is Pokémon most popular?

Pokémon has a predominantly male following across platforms, with the 20-29 age group contributing to the lion's share of its audience.

Why is Pokémon so popular with adults?

But nostalgia is not the only reason why adults are drawn back to Pokémon games. The games themselves have evolved over the years, offering new challenges, mechanics, and storylines that appeal to both new and old players alike.

Are Pokémon cards only for kids?

In a world where it is normal for kids to play videos games and stare at an iPhone or tablet, the Pokemon TCG is an incredible form of entertainment accessible to children and adults alike. If you want to understand your kids' new interest, the first thing you need to know is that Pokemon is a trading card game.

Is it too late to get into Pokémon cards?

Is it Too Late to Start Collecting Pokemon Cards? Absolutely not. There is always an entry point, even with vintage Pokemon cards.

Why do Pokémon players pick the girl?

In pokemon, like in many rpgs I play (e.g. Mass Effect, Skyrim, etc.), I tend to choose the female avatar. Not only does it offer a different perspective, usually the female avatar designs are much better developed and portray more individuality. This pattern can easily be seen in the pokemon series.

Is playing Pokemon good for the brain?

Extensive experience activates brain regions

The participants all underwent an MRI scan. The researchers showed hundreds of Pokémon characters. As expected, the brains of those who played Pokémon as children responded more to the images than those who had not played the game as children.

Was Pokemon made for kids or adults?

Conversation. Not For Kids: Game Freak's lead developers have dismissed the idea that Pokemon games are "just for kids" quite a few times over the years. They didn't make Pokemon for kids, they made it for adults too -- more precisely, the games are made in a way so "even kids" can play them.

What's the purpose of Pokémon cards?

The point of collecting the cards is to build a powerful deck of 60 that will help you win battles against other trainers. But your kid might just be interested in collecting the cards he likes best or deems most valuable.

Why is Pokémon rated 18?

As pointed out by Ask About Games (via Nintendo Life), Europe's video game content rating system (PEGI) recently updated its terms in regards to games that depict gambling. Basically, any games that happen to "encourage or teach gambling" will now be classified as PEGI 18.

Am I too old to play Pokemon TCG?

You are never too old for Pokemon. Just like you're never too old for any toys really. If you like them and you really want them then go for it. Don't let yourself be put off something because someone tells you you should like things that are more 'mature'.

Is it worth it to collect Pokémon cards?

For better or worse, over 90% of the Pokémon cards from the 90s aren't worth much. So if you're panicking over your lost collection, fret no longer — it's probably worth little more than a few good memories. However, if you do find a 1st Edition or Shadowless card in your old collection, here's what to do next.

What is the hardest card to get Pokémon?

The most expensive Pokémon card is the Pikachu Illustrator which sold for $5.275 million in July 2021. It's the true Holy Grail of Pokémon card collecting and only one PSA 10 is known to exist.

How long do Pokémon cards stay legal?

Pokemon TCG Standard Format for 2023

They have stated, “cards with the “D” regulation mark will no longer be legal for play in the 2023 Standard format. Cards with “E” and “F” regulation marks will be legal to use (as will any future regulation marks that may be released).

Do Pokémon cards have gender?

Starting in the Generation II games, most Pokémon have a gender (including Pokémon previously transferred from Generation I games): male (Japanese: オス male) or female (Japanese: メス female); however, some species of Pokémon are gender unknown.

How many Pokémon cards are you supposed to have?

Each player starts with their own deck of 60 cards to play the game. While both players know how many cards are in each deck, no one can look at or change the order of the cards in either player's deck unless a card says so. Each player has their own Prize cards.

Why are Pokémon cards so expensive?

To understand the final component of what determines a Pokémon card's value, a company grades the card based on its condition and the closer to mint they determine the grade, the higher the sell value.

Why is Pokemon so addictive?

Catching Pokemon means you have to get out and about, in effect, you have to exercise. It's well documented that exercise has a positive effect on both the mind and body and that many people find it highly addictive. Dr. John Grohol is an expert in technology's impact on human behavior and mental health, he says.

What gender of Pokemon is better?

Male Indeedee have higher attack, special attack, and speed, while females have higher defense, special defense, and HP. They each learn different TM and TR moves as well, making them perhaps the most divergent male-female pair of Pokémon after Nidoran♂ and Nidoran♀.

What percentage of girls play Pokemon?

Pokémon GO player demographics in its first month

Data: SurveyMonkey Intelligence. Graphic: Nick DeSantis/Forbes. Most notably In late July, most Pokémon GO players (63%) were women.