Donkey Kong — NES Price & Value
NESWhat Donkey Kong for NES is worth — loose cart, complete in box, and sealed.
Donkey Kong value — Loose $44 · Complete (CIB) $241 · Sealed (new) $411. Prices updated July 2026.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
If your goal is simply to own a Donkey Kong, the Standard version at $241 is the cheapest route. The 5 Screw version at $250 offers a slight premium, likely in packaging or a specific edition detail that adds collector appeal. Casual collectors should stick with the Standard for value, while dedicated enthusiasts willing to spend a little extra for the 5 Screw version should pay the premium for that enhanced collectible status.
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Game details
- UPC / EAN
- 630423045496
- Brand
- NES
- Platform
- NES
- Genre
- Platform
- Publisher
- Nintendo
- Released
- 1983
- Copies sold
- 1.13M
- ESRB
- Everyone
Donkey Kong (NES) resale value
A loose copy of Donkey Kong averages around $44. A complete-in-box (CIB) copy — game, box, and manual — runs about $241, and a factory-sealed copy commands $411.
What drives the price
Condition is everything: a clean, unscratched label, an intact box without crushing, and the original manual can swing the value 30–50%. Test that the game works before you buy or sell.
Price guide
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Loose | $44 | eBay sold comps |
| Complete (CIB) | $241 | eBay sold comps |
| Sealed (new) | $411 | eBay sold comps |
| Graded (WATA/CGC) | $72,000 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the typical resale value for a loose copy of Donkey Kong on NES?
- A loose copy of Donkey Kong on NES currently has a resale value of $44.
- How much more valuable is a sealed copy compared to a loose one?
- A sealed copy sells for $411, which is significantly higher than the $44 price point for a loose game.
- Is the Donkey Kong NES game considered rare?
- Released in 1983 by Nintendo, its varying prices across loose, CIB, and sealed conditions indicate its collectible status.
