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This is your best chance of getting good deals on Pokemon cards and NeeDoh, but you don’t have long
Walmart is running a one-hour collectibles draw that gives shoppers a chance to buy Pokémon cards and NeeDoh toys at prices closer to normal. The draw matters because high demand and reselling often make these products hard to find or much more expensive.
The draw takes place on 12 November from 2pm to 3pm Pacific time, and entry requires a Walmart account with a delivery address and payment method. Selected shoppers have their orders placed automatically and can cancel or change them within six hours; no payment is taken unless selected. Examples include a Pokémon 30th Celebration Poster Collection for $19.97 and NeeDoh toys for about $5, though some Pokémon items remain relatively expensive.
In short
- Walmart’s collectibles draw runs for one hour on 12 November.
- Selected shoppers can buy Pokémon cards and NeeDoh at lower prices.
- Entry is not a guarantee, and payment is only taken if selected.
Steelman: both sides, in good faith
The strongest fair case each way — we don't pick a winner.
The case for
A timed draw can give more shoppers a fair chance to buy popular collectibles at prices closer to their usual retail cost, rather than letting resellers capture scarce stock. Automatic ordering for selected entrants may also make the process simpler, while the cancellation window gives shoppers some control.
The case against
A one-hour draw still rations scarce products and leaves most entrants without a purchase, so it may do little to address the underlying shortage. Requiring a Walmart account, payment method and delivery address may also favour people already able to shop through the retailer, while automatic orders could catch selected shoppers off guard.