For years now, fans have been begging The Pokémon Company to do something about the scourge of resellers who empty out retail stores the moment a new shipment comes in. On Wednesday, The Pokémon Company revealed an extraordinary solution: the requirement for government-issued identification to buy Pokémon cards.

It’s interesting to see The Pokémon Company taking steps to address the issues surrounding card reselling. This change could really impact how fans engage with the hobby. It will be fascinating to see how this plays out in the community!