Side Kicks Collectibles • Trading Card Release Guide
Updated: 24 November 2025
About the release
2025 Topps Marvel Studios Chrome® is the first ever Topps product fully dedicated to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, shifting the focus from classic comic artwork to the live action heroes, villains and stories that defined the big screen and Disney+ era. Built on Topps Chrome technology, the set brings sharp refractor finishes, bold designs and a mix of nostalgia and modern storytelling that feels made for MCU fans.
At the core is a 200 card base set covering super heroes, villains, action scenes and emotional moments from across Marvel Studios films and TV shows. Collectors can chase Chrome staples like Red Refractors and Black Refractors, plus brand new parallel concepts and a full run of “The Snap” Variations numbered to /99, where Thanos snaps each subject out of existence. A custom debut medallion highlights characters making their first ever trading card appearance, giving the product real rookie card energy for the MCU.
TL;DR
Release date
23 December 2025 (estimated)
• RRP - £230Product
2025 Topps Marvel Studios Chrome • first Chrome set built on the Marvel Cinematic Universe
Hobby box configuration
8 cards/pack • 10 packs/box • 8 boxes/case • 80 cards total
Value box configuration
4 cards/pack • 7 packs/box • 28 cards total • 4 RayWave Refractors per box
Set size
200 card base set covering heroes, villains, key scenes and emotional MCU moments
Box hits
Hobby: 4 numbered parallels per box • Value: 4 RayWave Refractors per box • autos, inserts and sketches across the run
Key card types and Hobby focus
Base set and parallels
A 200 card base set covering heroes, villains and key MCU scenes, with Chrome parallels like Red Refractors, Black Refractors and new designs.
- Characters from films and Disney+
- Action scenes and story moments
- New parallel concepts for 2025
“The Snap” and easter eggs
Includes a “The Snap” Variation numbered to /99 plus short prints and hidden easter eggs across the set.
- Debut medallions for first time card characters
- New Avengers Logo Variations
- TVA Pruning variants and hidden short prints
Inserts and story driven sets
Hobby exclusive inserts built around MCU storylines and retro designs.
- Fantastic Four First Steps with Blue parallels /4
- Marvel Gods die cut acetate cards
- Agatha All Along tarot style cards /99
- Lines for Brave New World, Born Again and Thunderbolts
Autographs and sketch cards
Top chase hits include Chrome Autographs and one of one style Sketch Cards.
- Chrome Autographs with on card signatures
- Teased signers: Hailee Steinfeld, Oscar Isaac
- Refractor autograph parallels
- Hand drawn Sketch Cards
Quick look at Value boxes
While Hobby boxes sit at the centre of the release, Value Blaster boxes offer a more accessible way to enjoy the set. Each Value box has 28 cards and guarantees four RayWave Refractor parallels, giving collectors a clean way to chase the 200 card base set and key inserts without committing to a full Hobby case.
- 4 cards per pack • 7 packs per Value box
- 4 RayWave Refractors in every box
- Chance at inserts, variations and character focused hits
Checklist
For full card listings and detailed hit rates, check our dedicated checklist and odds pages:
Product configuration and highlights
Here is a quick snapshot of how 2025 Topps Marvel Studios Chrome is structured across Hobby and Value:
- Cards per pack: Hobby – 8 cards, Value – 4 cards
- Packs per box: Hobby – 10 packs, Value – 7 packs
- Boxes per case: Hobby – 8 boxes, Value – 40 boxes
- Base set: 200 cards with multiple refractor parallels
- Box hits: Hobby – 4 numbered parallels per box, Value – 4 RayWave Refractor parallels
- Estimated release date: 23 December 2025 (subject to change)
FAQ
What is 2025 Topps Marvel Studios Chrome?
It is the first Topps Chrome release focused on the Marvel Cinematic Universe rather than the comics, featuring characters, scenes and moments from Marvel Studios films and Disney+ series on chromium stock with refractor parallels and inserts.
What do you get in a Hobby box?
Each Hobby box has 10 packs with 8 cards per pack, for a total of 80 cards. Collectors can expect four numbered parallels per Hobby box, along with a mix of inserts, variations, refractors and the chance at autographs and sketch cards.
What do you get in a Value box?
Each Value Blaster box includes 7 packs with 4 cards per pack, for 28 cards total. Every Value box comes with four RayWave Refractor parallels, plus base cards and the chance at inserts and variations.
Are there autographs in this product?
Yes. The checklist includes Chrome Autographs featuring MCU actors and actresses in character, with teased signers like Hailee Steinfeld and Oscar Isaac, plus refractor autograph parallels and hand drawn Sketch Cards.
When does 2025 Topps Marvel Studios Chrome release?
The estimated release date is 23 December 2025, although this can move slightly as Topps finalises production and distribution.
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