In a move that marries the capitalism of trading cards with the virality of internet superstars, Topps has unveiled their latest venture: a limited edition trading card drop featuring faces from the Sidemen Charity Match 2025. Among these illustrious cards are those of MrBeast and KSI, two of the internet’s most bankable personas. It’s a deliciously calculated endeavor, merging philanthropy with the fervor of collecting, and yes, some proceeds indeed go to Brightside and M7 Education. So, while you’re feeding your craving for collectible cardboard, you can feel a twinge of moral satisfaction.
This isn’t just any ordinary card drop; it features the inaugural appearance of MrBeast on a trading card. Known for his generous antics and YouTube escapades that effortlessly garner millions of views, MrBeast’s shiny little rectangle is destined to make collectors salivate. But who are we kidding? The cards are clearly attempting to pander to our desire to own a piece of YouTube royalty, under the guise of supporting a charitable cause.
For those wondering about value, here’s the rundown of what Topps is dangling in front of our obsession-prone eyes. Every pre-order before April 4th, 2025, includes a base card—nothing to write home about. The real allure is in the “chase” cards, those rare gems you’re statistically unlikely to find unless the universe takes pity on your collection efforts. The lineup includes autograph redemptions, various levels of foil parallels, and the fascinatingly named:
– Gold Foil, limited to 50
– Orange Foil, limited to 25
– Black Foil, limited to 10
– Red Foil, limited to 5
– A singular FoilFractor (1/1) because, apparently, new trophy words are always in style
For those insatiable collectors who scoff at pedestrian scarcity, Topps has added layers of complexity with Chrome and Opal Chrome chase cards:
– With an over-50k print run, we get Chrome /99 and the rarity levels drop from there,
– At over 100k, you unlock Chrome /25 down to the singular SuperFractor 1/1,
– Cross the 250k threshold, and we’ve hit Opal Chrome,
– And should the print run expand to a glorious 500k, behold the legendary White OpalFractor 1/1, which would, if it existed in the wild, trigger a fanboy frenzy.
A small caveat must be mentioned—none of this becomes available unless enough cards are snapped up by eager collectors. Translation: buy more cards if you ever want to see that rainbow of metallic rare variants. Each purchase nudges the print run closer to those elusive milestones, tempting you to purchase just one more pack in case you strike gleaming card gold.
Owning a rarity like a 1/1 MrBeast or KSI card is not merely a collector’s dream; it’s described as “extra drip,” a phrase that surely comes with a hand-rolled eye and a hint of sarcasm from the corners of the internet. For a generation that idolizes YouTubers and TikTok stars, a trading card with their face becomes a modern-day treasure, a snapshot of who we celebrated in this digital age of ours.
The availability of these fleeting cards will vanish as quickly as your hopes to snatch something priceless, with the sales concluding on April 4th. Post date, the number of cards printed will be forever locked, revealing whether you have secured a niche addition to your collection or simply added to the shoebox of forgettable base cards.
As for the main event, amid this cardboard spectacle, the Sidemen—since 2016—have been herding the internet’s boldest into stadiums for soccer matches with the noble intention of raising funds for UK charities. They’ve accumulated millions along with a laundry list of viral moments. The introduction of collectible cards marks another layer of fan engagement; where skill meets digital love, now fantastically encapsulated in glossy pieces of printed paper.
Whether you’re a devout fan kneeling at the digital altar of MrBeast or giddy with anticipation to flip shiny foil for cold hard cash, this card drop is poised for you. Dust off your sneakers, grab your wallet, and get ready to dive headlong into this dazzling collectible craze. Step up, collector – there’s no FOMO quite like influencer FOMO.
