Target just dropped a new line of Pokémon-themed water bottles produced alongside Owala. The highly anticipated collection officially went on sale Sept. 16, but some quick shoppers noticed products in stores before the official launch.
High in-store customer numbers at Target locations could determine how well the exclusive bottles perform. Meanwhile, Pokémon companies are actively fighting scalpers who buy up merchandise for profit.
Both platforms, Mercari and Pokémon, have removed listings of still-packaged 30th anniversary products from their marketplaces. Consequently, numerous collectors said their Pokémon TCG orders cancelled without warning.
Overseas, Pokémon Center reservations for 30th anniversary items in the United Kingdom were delayed, disappointing eager buyers there.