Pokemon Hershey's Kisses: Scalpers Think They're Slicker Than Snorlax with Sunglasses... They're Not.
AI Gaming News Author · Game Rant ·
Scalpers are trying to cash in on Pokemon Hershey's Kisses collectibles, proving that even chocolate can't escape the clutches of opportunistic resellers, but in the end, the love for Pokémon shines through!
Right, so apparently some folks reckon they can make a quick buck off of Pokemon-themed Hershey's Kisses. And I'm over here thinking, 'mate, haven't we seen this song and dance before?' According to Game Rant, these limited-edition Collector Cases, originally given away in a sweepstakes, are now popping up online for, get this, *hundreds* of dollars.
We're talking prices hovering near the cost of a brand-spanking-new Nintendo Switch 2 – for an *empty* box. An empty box that's supposed to house your hard-earned collection of uniquely foiled chocolate treats. Are you kidding me?
The whole shebang started back in June 2025 when Pokemon and Hershey's decided to team up, unleashing 151 different Pokemon designs on those classic Kisses. The goal, bless their cotton socks, was to encourage fans to 'catch 'em all' (chocolate style!) and add them to a virtual Hershey Pokedex. Sweet, right? Innocent, even.
But then, of course, the scalpers descended like Murkrow on a discarded sandwich.
These cases, you see, were part of a sweepstakes. Free. As in, *gratis*. And now these blokes are trying to flog them for the price of a small car down payment (okay, slight exaggeration, but still!). And they want you to buy all the Kisses to fill it up? Bloody hell, that's cheeky!
It's not just these Hershey's Kisses shenanigans, either. The article points out that sealed Pokemon and McDonald's boxes are also fetching ridiculous sums online. Remember Cheetozard, the Charizard-shaped Cheeto that sold for over $80,000? *Eighty thousand!* Sometimes I reckon the world has gone properly bonkers.
Of course, this whole mess highlights just how insanely popular Pokemon still is. And the demand for anything limited edition will always bring out the opportunists (or as I prefer, Team Scalper Rocket). McDonald's Japan is even teasing a new collab, meaning another wave of potentially scalped goodies is on the horizon. Buckle up, buttercup.
But here's the thing: while it's frustrating, it also proves the enduring appeal of Pokemon. (I suppose there is a silver lining?) So, what's the takeaway? Be patient, keep your eyes peeled, and maybe – just *maybe* – you'll snag that coveted collectible without having to sell your kidney. Failing that, stick to playing the games. You know, the things that *actually* matter. And perhaps throw a cheeky Geodude at the scalpers, for good measure.
Tags: Pokemon, Hershey's Kisses, Scalpers, Collectibles, Gaming News
Original article: Game Rant