Pikachu 25 / 25 Pokemon Card from McDonald's Collection 2021 Set

Pikachu — McDonald's Collection 2021 25/25 Pokémon TCG card

Pikachu is a Basic Pokémon of the Lightning type with 60 HP. It is illustrated by artist Sanosuke Sakuma and is card number 25 in the McDonald's Collection…

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About the Pikachu Pokémon Card

Pikachu is a Lightning-type Pokémon card with 60 HP from the McDonald's Collection 2021 set, part of the Other series. It carries the collector number 25/25. The McDonald's Collection 2021 set was released on February 9, 2021.

Within the McDonald's Collection 2021 set, Pikachu currently carries the highest market price of any card. The card includes the flavor text: “Its nature is to store up electricity. Forests where nests of Pikachu live are dangerous, since the trees are so often struck by lightning.”.

Pikachu Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Pikachu

Card number: 25/25

Set: McDonald's Collection 2021

Series: Other

Subtypes: Basic

Type: Lightning

HP: 60

Artist: Sanosuke Sakuma

Release date: February 9, 2021

National Pokédex number: 25

Why Collect the Pikachu Pokémon Card?

Pikachu is most often collected as part of a complete McDonald's Collection 2021 set rather than as a standalone chase card.

Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set, and this card already commands the top market price within its set.

Artwork and Illustration of the Pikachu Pokémon Card

Pikachu was illustrated by Sanosuke Sakuma.

Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.

Market Price and Value of the Pikachu Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Pikachu is about

3.52. Recent listings range from roughly
9.99 (low) to
48 (high), with a mid-point near
5.81. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.

For context, the McDonald's Collection 2021 set has a median card value near

.78 and an average near $3.68, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -12% over the last 7 days and +22% over 30 days.

Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the McDonald's Collection 2021 set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Pikachu Pokémon Card

Whether Pikachu is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.

Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.

PSA has graded 10,250 copies of this card, of which 4,094 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 39.9%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.

Other Printings of Pikachu

Pikachu appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Pokémon Rumble 7 (around $750), POP Series 5 12 (around $435) and Rising Rivals 112 (around $314).

These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.

Final Thoughts on the Pikachu Pokémon Card

The Pikachu pokémon card is from the McDonald's Collection 2021 set (Other series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the McDonald's Collection 2021 set. Its current aggregated market price is about

3.52; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Pikachu card from?

Pikachu is from the McDonald's Collection 2021 set (Other series), numbered 25/25.

How much is the Pikachu 25/25 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about

3.52, within a recent range of roughly
9.99 to
48. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Pikachu card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 10,250 copies so far, with about 39.9% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Pikachu?

PSA has graded 10,250 copies, of which 4,094 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 39.9%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

When was the McDonald's Collection 2021 set released?

The McDonald's Collection 2021 set was released on February 9, 2021.

Are there other printings of Pikachu?

Yes. Pikachu appears on 115 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.