
Metroid — nes Price & Value
NESWhat Metroid for nes is worth — loose cart, complete in box, and sealed.
Metroid value — Loose $26 · Complete (CIB) $168 · Sealed (new) $1,842. Prices updated July 2026.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Metroid, grab the Standard version for around $168. The Screw and Yellow Label versions offer premium appeal through distinct editions, likely involving different packaging or printings, adding collectible value. If you are a casual collector, the Standard is sufficient. However, serious enthusiasts seeking the most desirable or scarce version should be willing to pay the extra for the Screw ($245) or Yellow Label ($170).
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Game details
- UPC / EAN
- 045496630348
- Brand
- nes
- Platform
- nes
- Publisher
- Nintendo
- Genre
- Platformer
- ESRB
- Everyone
- Release date
- August 15, 1987
Metroid (nes) resale value
A loose cartridge of Metroid averages around $26. A complete-in-box (CIB) copy — cart, box, and manual — runs about $168, and a factory-sealed copy commands $1842.
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 saves and the battery holds 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 | $26 | eBay sold comps |
| Complete (CIB) | $168 | eBay sold comps |
| Sealed (new) | $1,842 | eBay sold comps |
| Graded (WATA/CGC) | $4,243 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the loose market value for Metroid on NES?
- The loose copy of Metroid for NES is currently valued at $26.
- How much is a complete-in-box Metroid NES cartridge worth?
- A complete-in-box copy of Metroid on NES can be found for $168.
- What is the highest recorded value for Metroid NES?
- The sealed version of Metroid on NES commands a high resale value of $1842.