Darkrai VSTAR #228 Value
Japanese VSTAR Universe · Card 228
Darkrai VSTAR #228 comes from the Japanese VSTAR Universe set, and it's one of those cards that quietly draws collectors in with that moody, shadow-realm artwork Darkrai always gets. If you've landed here searching Darkrai VSTAR value, the short answer is that raw copies are sitting around $53 right now, which makes it an approachable card to chase whether you're collecting for the binder or the investment angle. It's not a flashy chase card, but it's the kind of steady, well-loved VSTAR that holds a place in a lot of collections.
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Darkrai VSTAR price history
Ungraded value is $53, up 196% over the past year, with an all-time high of $62 in May 2026.
Market value over time by grade. Hover for any month; tap a grade to toggle its line.
Darkrai VSTAR price at every grade
The market value at each PSA grade, with how many exist (population). 2,318 graded copies exist — only 2,020 are PSA 10.
| Grade | Value | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Raw / Ungraded | $53 | — |
| PSA 10 (Gem Mint) | $157 | 2,020 |
| Grade 9 | $71 | 200 |
| Grade 8 | $45 | 75 |
| Grade 7 | $14 | 21 |
| Grade 6 | $11 | 2 |
| Grade 5 | $9.00 | – |
| Grade 4 | $8.00 | – |
| Grade 3 | $7.00 | – |
| Grade 2 | $6.00 | – |
| Grade 1 | – | – |
Prices & population from PriceCharting. Grade values are PSA-based; population is split by grading company (PSA / CGC).
Darkrai VSTAR — collector's take
Is Darkrai VSTAR worth grading?
So is Darkrai VSTAR worth grading? Here's the honest math: a raw copy runs about $53, a Grade 9 comes in at $71, and a PSA 10 jumps up to $157, which works out to roughly 2.9 times the raw price. That's a real jump, but grading isn't free and it isn't guaranteed, you're paying submission fees and waiting on turnaround time with no promise the card comes back gem mint. The interesting thing here is that of the 2,318 graded copies out there, 2,020 landed as PSA 10, which tells you this print tends to grade well if the card was handled carefully to begin with. If your copy has sharp corners and clean edges, the odds are actually in your favor, but a card with any visible wear probably isn't worth the gamble.
How rare is it?
Right now there are 2,318 total graded copies of Darkrai VSTAR on record, and 2,020 of those are sitting at PSA 10. That's a pretty striking ratio, it means the population of gem mint copies is close to the total population itself, which tells you this is a card that was printed and handled well rather than one where gem mint is a rare miracle. The scarcity here isn't about hunting for a needle in a haystack at the top grade, it's more about the simple fact that only a few thousand copies have gone through grading at all, so the overall graded pool stays tight no matter which grade you're after.
Where to pull it
We track real pulls across pack sites, and Darkrai VSTAR has shown up 62 times in our records on collector-crypt, with the biggest recorded pull hitting $360. It's turned up in Legendary Pokémon Gacha Pack, Elite Pokémon Gacha Pack, and Anime Pop Culture Gacha, so if you're chasing this one from packs, those are the names worth watching. Just keep in mind that pack odds are a gamble no matter which site you're on, most rips don't come close to covering what you paid, so treat pulling as entertainment first and value second. If you'd rather have certainty, buying the card outright on the secondary market at that $53 raw price is the more predictable route.
Questions people ask
How much is Darkrai VSTAR worth?
A raw, ungraded Darkrai VSTAR is worth about $53 right now. Graded copies climb from there, with a Grade 9 at $71 and a PSA 10 reaching $157. Prices move with the market, so it's worth checking current listings if you're buying or selling.
Is Darkrai VSTAR worth grading?
It can be, since a PSA 10 sells for about 2.9 times the raw price. With 2,020 of the 2,318 graded copies coming back as PSA 10, this card grades well if your copy is already in sharp shape. Just factor in grading fees and turnaround time before you send it in.
What set is Darkrai VSTAR from?
Darkrai VSTAR #228 is from the Japanese VSTAR Universe set. It's part of a larger release known for its VSTAR cards, and this one has become a steady favorite among collectors building out that set.
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