POKEMON TCG: GALAR PALS Mini TINS/Promo Card Bundle -Amazon Exclusive Bundle

TL:DR - Questionable card authenticity, card quality is poor, “promos” easily bent in packaging, tins are nice, would not gift to a card collectorI really wanted this to be a good product. I love fusion strike; it has wonderful art for a ton of Pokemon. The tins came sealed in the normal looking factory seal and the packs looked like they had normal seals so no red flags prior to opening. Sadly, there is no real protection for the “promos” they’re just thrown in under the tins. I know fusion strike has really poor pull rates. I didn’t even care if I got a rare card or not, I just wanted a bunch of cards from the set.I couldn’t even get that. In the pictures you can see cards I got from Pokemon center packs on the left and cards from this item on the right. THAT IS NOT LINT. I don’t know what it is, but it’s permanently stuck to the card as if they made them on the floor. It’s on most of the cards and cleaning did not help.A few other things make me question the cards’ authenticity (these issues are consistent in every card):-The cards feel…off. Like a bit more waxy.-The surface on the back is poor and photos can’t catch it but there are streak marks as well-They’re darker in saturation (I know prints can vary, but this on top of everything else…)-Cards all had a vertical bend to themNone of the cards were out of order, code cards matched the set. Whether they’re real cards or not, I still don’t know, but the quality of the cards inside these tins are not good. Harder to tell the differences in the pictures than in person. Would not recommend buying.

My order came in perfect condition, with absolutely no hint of tampering. I have purchased 2 other Galar Pal Tins Bundles from Amazon.com, and they also were in perfect condition. The fact that Fusion Strike boosters are in this bundle may be a factor in the high return rate, as some unscrupulous consumers may buy the product and then return it after looking thru the boosters. All 3 of the bundles that I have purchased are fine. The shrink wrap on the tins ensure that the product is not tampered with. Note: The shrink wrap on the tins is unique in that it has a small area in both the top and on the bottom of the tins without shrink wrap. This product is also Amazon Exclusive too. I am very happy with my purchases.

I didn’t realize until opening almost all that I ordered. We compared a legitimate, brand new, sealed pack:1. The seal crimps (top and bottom) show signs of being resealed. When peeling from the back, the back flap was glued/sealed to the crimps. for legitimate unsealed packs, you are able to partially pull up. But in this case, the flap was glued/heated to the crimp (see photo!)2. The crimps show signs of scuffs and different shapes compared to an authentic pack.3. The film of the pack was a lot thinner and more flimsy. The packs ripped so easily compared to an authentic pack.4. Upon opening, the code cards were flipped backwards.I do not recommend buying this or risking it. The outside looks legitimate until you reach the packs which show signs of tampering and repacking. Will not buy again…

Bought this when it was $25, which is an amazing deal. Packs and tins were fine, nothing seemed out of place. Code cards aren't correlated to hits in this product, similar to the Sams Club exclusive Heavy Hitters box. Seems to just be the way they do it at whatever printing facility they use to make these exclusive products.UPDATE: Just received 2 more sets and these are definitely fine. While the packaging and quality aren't what you would expect from a Pokemon product, these are not resealed.

Bought 2 of these and will not ever buy TCG products from Amazon. Cards feel really flimsy look a little off, tore 1 card in half it does gave the black line across it. So make of that what you will. 3 pulls worth anything out of 20 packs , they are fusion strike. 12 mother Flippin white code card packs out all that too. Loads of non holo anything Is what white code cards mean in the sword and shield era. Didn't expect a lot but I mean come on. Buy from actual brick and morter stores and shops. DO NOT BUY TCG PRODUCTS FROM AMAZON TOO DAM SKETCHY. Even with Amazon being the filler and shipper with the Amazon exclusive. DON'T DO IT.

It would have received a 5 star but the promo cards aren't promo and just some cards from other set. The price is about right for the current market. I received different tins in the package. The packaging was on point and no damage was found on the tins. Overall not a bad buy and will probably purchase again.

I’m not a big writer of reviews, but I had to come back to this to let people know we pulled the Gengar VMAX alt art from these tins!!! Fusion has always had a tough hit rate, it’s not nicknamed Fusion Strikeout for nothing. But the proof is in the pudding, if these packs are resealed…they’re sure doing a bad job at it lol.

Risked purchasing these even after reading the awful reviews because I really wanted the tins and worst case I’d still be able to get them. All the tins were in great condition but you could immediately tell they had been tampered with as every tin had a charizard coin at the top. Then when taking the packs, you could definitely tell they were resealed and the back flap was melted onto the package. They were extremely easy to open as well. Did get 1 gold card and one full art, so I guess it could have been worse. However, do not buy these unless you want just the tins.