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I Tried Rips, the Card-Pack App Where Users Spend Thousands Chasing Pricey Pokémon

Thursday, July 2, 2026


A user spent $892 on digital Pokémon card packs through the Rips app over 15 minutes and received cards worth approximately 62 cents in return. The app simulates the experience of opening physical trading card packs through in-app purchases. Users reported experiencing heightened emotional responses while using the platform.

Original reporting: https://www.wired.com/story/i-tried-rips-the-card-pack-app-where-users-spend-thousands-chasing-pricey-pokemon/

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