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Rarity is a huge factor for stuff like that. If everyone keeps theirs pristine because they know it'll be worth something it won't be rare and it'll be worthless. Collectibles that are worth the most are things that people didn't value as much at first and used them normally. They got worn and broken and discarded so it's very rare to find one in good condition.
People keep Beanie Babies and Funko pops in boxes so they'll never be worth anything because there are so many good quality ones.
To an extent I agree with you. The “problem” comes when people slowly start to realize that and open them or throw them out. At which point the items actually can become worth something. Though again, unlikely.
Part of the problem with most collectibles “meant” to be “worth something eventually”, are packaged in such a way that they are “enjoyable” in the packaging. You can put a sealed Funko or Beanie Baby on a shelf and you’re looking at the item itself. There’s no reason to open them.
If you truly want a “collectible”, purchase something like a game console and keep it in its box for fifty years.