Pikachu

Market outlook

Stable Outlook 5/10

The card benefits from enduring Pikachu demand, but abundant supply and promo status usually keep prices relatively flat after the initial release period.

Next months. Likely to remain stable, with small fluctuations based on grading population, language preference, and overall Pokémon promo interest.

Long term. Expected to hold steady rather than surge dramatically; premium condition and high-grade examples may slowly appreciate, but raw common copies should stay inexpensive.

History

Pikachu is the iconic Electric-type Pokémon mascot of the Pokémon franchise, introduced in the original 1996 games and later becoming the brand’s global face through the anime, movies, merchandise, and trading cards. In card collecting, Pikachu is one of the most recognizable and heavily collected characters, with many promo and special releases across regions and languages.

This specific card is the 2023 McDonald’s Match Battle promo Pikachu, first released in South Korea in 2023 as part of a 15-card promotional set. The card number 006/015 matches the McDonald’s 2023 promo lineup, and the Korean-language version is a regional printing of that promo release.

• The card is a Basic Lightning-type Pikachu with 70 HP and the attacks Growl and Pika Bolt.
• It is part of the 2023 McDonald’s promotional set, commonly cataloged as McDonald's Match Battle / McDonald's Promos 2023.
• The card is numbered 006/015, indicating it is one of 15 cards in the promo mini-set and not a standalone expansion rare.

Rarity and print run

Tier

Common

Print run

Very High

First printed in

McDonald's Match Battle 2023 / McDonald's Promos 2023

Demand

High

Supply

Abundant

• Distributed through a broad 2023 McDonald's promotion rather than a low-print hobby product.
• Pikachu demand is high, but the card itself is a mass-market promo.
• Korean-language copies can be slightly more sought after by regional collectors, but they are still widely distributed compared with chase cards.

Collector notes

Condition. Check holofoil scratches, whitening on corners and edges, print centering, surface dents, and card warping from packaging. Promotional cards from fast-food releases often show edge wear from handling or opening packs.

Storage. Store in a penny sleeve and rigid top loader or semi-rigid holder, keep away from humidity and direct sunlight, and avoid bending. For long-term storage, use archival-safe sleeves and a graded submission case if the card is high-grade.

Authenticity. Authentic copies should show the correct 006/015 numbering, Korean text, proper McDonald's promo artwork, and clean holo application consistent with official Pokémon printing. Fakes often have blurry text, incorrect font weight, poor color balance, missing holo texture, or incorrect back-print alignment. Compare the card against known authentic promo scans and verify the Korean language print details.