It’s that time of year again — the High-Class Pack season has arrived.
On November 28, 2025, Japan will officially release Mega Dream ex,
and all eyes are already on one card in particular Mega Gengar ex SAR.
Even before the release, the market is already heating up in a way that feels almost surreal.
A Price Surge Even Before Release
Before the set has even hit the shelves, Mega Gengar SAR has already sold for $690 (¥100,000) on eBay.
In Japan, pre-sales have reached ¥138,000 ($900).
Honestly, that’s shocking.
But rather than reacting emotionally,
let’s take a moment to analyze this calmly.
The Price Never Keeps Rising Forever
If we look back at the history of the Pokémon card market,
there has almost never been a case where the initial price kept rising.
In fact, the higher the starting price,
the more likely it is to cool down later.
That’s just how the Pokémon market breathes a cycle of hype, heat, and eventual normalization.
SNS excitement can push prices up fast,
but once the initial wave settles,
the “true value” begins to show.
For this card, I personally expect the price to stabilize around the level of Mega Charizard SAR,
but not beyond it.
Why Mega Gengar Is Still Special
That being said, Mega Gengar deserves the spotlight.
Not just because it’s a popular character but because it represents a new artistic direction from Japan.
The “Mega” High-Class series seems to focus less on flashy or luxurious designs,
and more on depth, nostalgia, and weight in its art style.
At first glance, some may call it “simple” or “boring,”
but these are often the kinds of cards that get re-evaluated over time.
We saw the same thing happen with the MUR Pikachu from Terastal Festival ignored at first, now considered iconic.
Reading the Market Atmosphere
Many people online talk about a “Pokémon card market crash,”
but in my view, that’s just a temporary correction.
Terastal Festival also had a weak start and yet, it recovered strongly once the atmosphere shifted.
The key is not to panic.
Don’t just chase prices read the mood.
Sell when the market “feels right,”
not when the numbers look right.
That’s the healthiest way to navigate today’s Pokémon market.
— Announcement from Pokeshopjp —
Pokeshopjp is now accepting pre-orders for Mega Dream ex.
The final price will be announced on release day,
but rest assured — we will never charge inflated eBay-style prices.
If you’d like to reserve, simply send a message on WhatsApp saying “I’d like to pre-order.”
We’ll inform you of the official price on release day.
If you agree, that’s when the purchase is finalized.
No payment is required at the time of reservation.
We are also accepting pre-orders for Mega Gengar SAR,
and offer sealed box sales and PSA-graded cards as well.
Feel free to contact us anytime 👇
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