Pokémon marks its 30th anniversary with historic cards and rare new releases

The Pokémon trading card game is celebrating its 30th anniversary this week, announcing the launch of new commemorative expansions and cards.Celebratory cards include special day- and night-themed cards, rare versions of the iconic character Pikachu, and classic cards that call back to decades of the game's history.Starting this week and in staggered releases over the next months, the Pokémon Company also plans to release stickers, posters, card storage binders and special box sets.RELATED STORY | Secrets to save on Pokémon cards, as the franchise turns 30The anniversary is fueling a surge in demand for trading cards — some worth thousands of…