Paradox Rift
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−64%
$169.22 sealed → $61.65 EV | EV/pack: $1.72
Even the best product loses −$107.57 on average.
If you must open something: Paradox Rift PC ETB loses the least at −$107.57.
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Paradox Rift PC ETB
MSRP $49.99 • Market price $169.22 • Return −64%
Set EV History
Recent movement in set-level EV based on current pricing and pull-rate assumptions.
EV Trend
EV per pack and best product return over time.
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Chase Cards
What you could pull from this set, ranked by value.
Groudon - 199/182
#199/182
IR$80.02
EV: $0.18
Minun - 194/182
#194/182
IR$38.41
EV: $0.09
Plusle - 193/182
#193/182
IR$34.70
EV: $0.08
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Steelix - 208/182
#208/182
IR$26.71
EV: $0.06
Morpeko - 206/182
#206/182
IR$25.64
EV: $0.06
Altaria ex - 253/182
#253/182
SIR$43.74
EV: $0.06
Roaring Moon ex - 251/182
#251/182
SIR$35.31
EV: $0.04
Mantyke - 189/182
#189/182
IR$19.69
EV: $0.04
Yveltal - 205/182
#205/182
IR$17.62
EV: $0.04
Swablu - 213/182
#213/182
IR$16.55
EV: $0.04
Deep Dives
Expandable sections for the EV math, pull-rate tables, and editorial FAQ.
The Math — EV Breakdown & Pull Rates
| Rarity | Cards | Avg Value | Range | Pull Rate | EV/Pack |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illustration Rare(IR) | 34 | $13.60 | $3.20–$80.02 | 7.70% | $1.05 |
| Special Illustration Rare(SIR) | 15 | $16.44 | $5.44–$43.74 | 1.90% | $0.31 |
| Ultra Rare(UR) | 28 | $2.72 | $1.16–$10.22 | 6.70% | $0.18 |
| Double Rare(RR) | 20 | $0.84 | $0.51–$2.76 | 14.30% | $0.12 |
| Hyper Rare(HR) | 7 | $5.05 | $2.73–$12.38 | 1.20% | $0.06 |
| Total EV / Pack | $1.72 | ||||
| Rarity | Pull Rate | Odds | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Double Rare(RR) | 14.30% | 1 in 7 | 8,000 |
| Illustration Rare(IR) | 7.70% | 1 in 13 | 8,000 |
| Ultra Rare(UR) | 6.70% | 1 in 15 | 8,000 |
| Special Illustration Rare(SIR) | 1.90% | 1 in 53 | 8,000 |
| Hyper Rare(HR) | 1.20% | 1 in 83 | 8,000 |
Sources: https://www.tcgplayer.com/content/article/Pokemon-TCG-Paradox-Rift-Pull-Rates/0b5fb648-38fc-4f61-a6af-57c2737b4a48/, https://www.digitaltq.com/paradox-rift-pull-rates-pokemon-tcg, https://pokepatch.com/2025/05/18/paradox-rift-pull-rates-in-pokemon-tcg-set/
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Paradox Rift worth opening?
- At current market prices, Paradox Rift PC ETB loses $107.57 on average. You are better off keeping it sealed or buying singles directly.
- What is the EV of a Paradox Rift booster pack?
- The expected value of a single Paradox Rift booster pack is $1.72 based on current TCGPlayer market prices and community pull rate data.
- What is the MSRP for Paradox Rift products?
- Paradox Rift PC ETB launched at $49.99 MSRP. Compare that to the current sealed market price of $169.22 to see how far Paradox Rift pricing has moved from retail.
- What are the best cards to pull in Paradox Rift?
- The most valuable cards in Paradox Rift are Groudon - 199/182 ($80.02), Minun - 194/182 ($38.41), Plusle - 193/182 ($34.70).
- How often do you pull a chase card in Paradox Rift?
- Pull rates are based on 8,000 pack openings from community sources. See the pull rate table below for exact odds per rarity tier.
- What is the best Paradox Rift product to buy?
- Based on current EV calculations, Paradox Rift PC ETB offers the best return at −64% (−$107.57). It contains 11 packs and is priced at $169.22.
- How often are Paradox Rift prices updated?
- All prices are updated daily at 21:00 UTC using TCGPlayer market prices via TCGCSV. EV calculations refresh automatically with each price update.
- What is cash-out EV for Paradox Rift?
- Cash-out EV is the expected value after marketplace fees, shipping, and liquidity discounts. We apply a 0.64x multiplier to market EV. For Paradox Rift PC ETB, cash-out EV is $39.46 versus $61.65 market EV.
- How do pull rates work for Paradox Rift?
- Pull rates represent the probability of pulling each rarity tier from a single booster pack. They are based on 8,000 community pack openings. Each rarity tier has a different pull rate — higher rarities are harder to pull but typically more valuable.
As of March 2026, Paradox Rift products lose an average of $54.31 (−77%) based on current TCGPlayer market prices and community-sourced pull rate data from 8,000+ pack openings.