Summary
Although Ludwig is mostly known for his gaming content, playing titles likeSuper Mario 64,Super Smash Bros. Melee, andMinecraft, his work spans a wide range of interests. Before becoming a full-time streamer, he dabbled in stand-up comedy and has since worked as a commentator at some hugely popularesports events forSuper Smash Bros. Melee, a game he once played professionally. However, his rise to online fame truly took off when he set a world record for button mashing inMario Party 4and began live-streamingPokemongameplay.
Ludwig announced on Twitter that he had purchased everyPokemon TCGpack ever made. In his post, he revealed that the stunt cost him $30,000, while the total value of the cards was only $3,000, resulting in a $27,000 loss. However, he plans to have the cards professionally graded, which could impact their value, for better or worse.
Ludwig Buys Every Pokemon Card Pack for $30,000
It wasn’t all bad news for the popular online streamer. During the opening, he pulled anultra-rarePokemoncard, Dark Dragonite, from a First Edition Team Rocket pack. If graded a perfect PSA 10, this card alone could be worth over $3,000. Ludwig also noted that the cards appeared to be in mint condition, suggesting he might recover more from the stunt than initially expected.
ThePokemonvideo was live-streamed on both Twitch and YouTube due to the factLudwig’s YouTube contract expiredat the end of last year. The contract, which lasted three years, made the popular online personality exclusive to the world’s largest video hosting platform. However, he previously announced that he wouldn’t be renewing the contract.
Ludwig’s return to the popular live-streaming gaming platform is exciting for many of his fans, especially given YouTube’s limitations on features like broadcast length. While he may not beTwitch’s biggest streamer, he has built a dedicated and loyal fanbase. His content frequently goes viral, and his latestPokemoncard purchase is no exception. Whether this stunt ends up costing him thousands or he manages to recoup some of his money after valuation remains to be seen.
