If you’re hunting for modern Pokémon cards that could actually pay off — financially or emotionally — you’re not alone. While vintage hits are locked behind $500+ boxes, some modern sets still hold ultra-rare pulls that rival the legends.

Let’s Get to the Point — What’s Still Out There?

Here are some of the rarest (and most valuable) Pokémon cards you can still pull from sealed modern booster packs today:

• Charizard ex (Special Illustration Rare) – Found in Obsidian Flames. Worth $70–$150 raw and up to $500+ graded.
• Gardevoir ex (Alt Art) – From Scarlet & Violet: Base Set. Shockingly low pull rate, and one of the most beautiful cards printed this generation.
• Mew ex (Illustration Rare) – Found in 151. Pull rate is painful, but this card holds strong value and nostalgia appeal.
• Shiny Charizard ex – From Paldean Fates. Pulling a shiny Zard never goes out of style.

Where Can You Still Hit These?

Here are four sealed products (all under ~$50) where the big pulls are still in circulation — no $800 vintage box required:

• Pokemon TCG Value Pack (3 Random Booster Packs) – Random mix, solid for variety and holo chances.
• Scarlet & Violet – Surging Sparks Booster Bundle – Features cards like Iron Crown, Tera-types, and gold rares.
• Pokemon 151 Booster Bundle – Still loaded with hits, including the full Kanto lineup and illustration rares.
• Paldean Fates Booster Bundle – Hunt shiny vault Pokémon and special gold or alt arts.

How Rare Are We Talking?

Some of these hit rates are 1 in 400 packs or worse. But for $15–$25, pulling a $150+ card is still possible — and way more fun than buying it raw.

What About Vintage?

If you’re after shadowless, vintage holos, or Japanese promos — those aren’t in packs anymore. But they will be soon at CardSZN’s Pokémon Singles section. We’re building out a collection of authentic vintage cards, including holos, Japanese exclusives, and iconic base set legends.

In the meantime, check vintage Pokémon cards on eBay » — just be sure to verify seller feedback and card condition before buying.

Final Tip: Don’t Rip Aimlessly

Target your hits. Know the set. Buy sealed product that gives you a real shot — and when you do pull something crazy, protect it and sell smart.

See sealed packs with real hit chances:
Browse the current 151 bundle here »