Ludwig Buys Every Pokemon Card Pack

Popular Twitch and YouTube streamer Ludwig Ahgren has gone viral after purchasing every Pokemon card pack ever made. Best known for his video game content, the well-liked online personality has amassed a huge following on both platforms, with over 3.3 million followers on Twitch and more than 6.58 million subscribers on YouTube. His Pokemon card video is one of the latest additions to his extensive catalog of content, which he has been creating since he began streaming in 2018.

Although Ludwig is mostly known for his gaming content, playing titles like Super Mario 64, Super Smash Bros. Melee, and Minecraft, his work spans a wide range of interests. Before becoming a full-time streamer, he dabbled in stand-up comedy and has since worked as a commentator at some hugely popular esports events for Super Smash Bros. Melee, a game he once played professionally. However, his rise to online fame truly took off when he set a world record for button mashing in Mario Party 4 and began live-streaming Pokemon gameplay.

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Ludwig announced on Twitter that he had purchased every Pokemon TCG pack ever made. In his post, he revealed that the stunt cost him $30,000, while the total value of the cards was only $3,000, resulting in a $27,000 loss. However, he plans to have the cards professionally graded, which could impact their value, for better or worse.

Ludwig Buys Every Pokemon Card Pack for $30,000

It wasn’t all bad news for the popular online streamer. During the opening, he pulled an ultra-rare Pokemon card, Dark Dragonite, from a First Edition Team Rocket pack. If graded a perfect PSA 10, this card alone could be worth over $3,000. Ludwig also noted that the cards appeared to be in mint condition, suggesting he might recover more from the stunt than initially expected.

The Pokemon video was live-streamed on both Twitch and YouTube due to the fact Ludwig’s YouTube contract expired at the end of last year. The contract, which lasted three years, made the popular online personality exclusive to the world’s largest video hosting platform. However, he previously announced that he wouldn’t be renewing the contract.

Ludwig’s return to the popular live-streaming gaming platform is exciting for many of his fans, especially given YouTube’s limitations on features like broadcast length. While he may not be Twitch’s biggest streamer, he has built a dedicated and loyal fanbase. His content frequently goes viral, and his latest Pokemon card purchase is no exception. Whether this stunt ends up costing him thousands or he manages to recoup some of his money after valuation remains to be seen.

Pokemon TCG

Original Release Date

October 20, 1996