Best Gengar Pokémon Cards

The Fusion Strike chase, the Fossil classic — and where to buy each, raw or PSA 10.

Updated June 2026 · 7 min read

Gengar is one of the most beloved Pokémon in the hobby, and its cards range from a 1999 classic to one of the most popular modern alt arts. Here are the best — with the cheapest raw copy and the cheapest PSA 10 on eBay for each.

1. Gengar VMAX Alternate Art (Fusion Strike, 2021)

The headline modern chase — the Fusion Strike Gengar VMAX alt art (the ghostly hand reaching out) is one of the most loved cards of its era. See is it worth it.

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2. Fossil Gengar Holo (1999)

The vintage icon — the first holographic Gengar (#5/62 from Fossil) is a must-have classic, with 1st Edition copies worth far more than Unlimited. See its value guide.

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3. Gengar & Mimikyu GX (Team Up, 2019)

The spooky Tag Team — the Gengar & Mimikyu GX alternate/full art is a fan-favorite and a popular high-grade target.

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4. Gengar GX (Shining Legends, 2017)

The Shining Legends Gengar GX, especially the rainbow secret rare, is a strong, attainable modern hold.

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5. Gengar VMAX (Fusion Strike — regular & secret)

Beyond the alt art, the standard and rainbow secret Gengar VMAX are popular, lower-cost ways to own a Fusion Strike Gengar.

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Raw or PSA 10?

Raw is the affordable way to collect; a PSA 10 commands a premium and is the better store of value for the alt art and vintage holo. Buy graded for vintage to remove authenticity risk — see how to spot fakes. Buying raw to grade? Read how to grade and check the grading calculator.

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FAQ

What is the most valuable Gengar card?
The Gengar VMAX alternate art (Fusion Strike) is the most valuable modern Gengar, while the 1st Edition Fossil holo is the top vintage card — both peak in PSA 10.
Which Gengar card should I buy?
For modern, the Fusion Strike VMAX alt art or the Gengar & Mimikyu GX. For vintage, the Fossil holo (1st Edition if you can). Buy raw to collect, PSA 10 as a store of value.