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Pokemon Card

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A trading card game produced and sold by Game Freak, Creatures, and The Pokemon Company. A global sensation since 1996 release, it remains the highest-selling card game. Rarity card commodification and PSA grading system establishment show financialization beyond hobby. It represents one of Pokemon's largest economic categories.

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Category:Emerging & Hybrid IP

Subcategory:Otaku Economy

Location:Tokyo

Time Period:1996-present

Influence:Global

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