NBA Live '96 — PlayStation Price & Value
PlayStationWhat NBA Live '96 for PlayStation is worth — loose cart, complete in box, and sealed.
NBA Live '96 value — Loose $9 · Complete (CIB) $17 · Sealed (new) $36. 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 NBA Live '96, purchase the Standard version at $17. The Long Box version at $19 offers slightly enhanced packaging, though the difference in value is minimal. Buyers prioritizing budget should stick to the Standard. Those willing to pay the extra two dollars for the Long Box gain a marginally better presentation without a significant jump in collectible scarcity.
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Game details
- Brand
- PlayStation
- Platform
- PlayStation
- Genre
- Sports
- Publisher
- Electronic Arts
- Released
- 1996
- Copies sold
- 1M
NBA Live '96 (PlayStation) resale value
A loose copy of NBA Live '96 averages around $9. A complete-in-box (CIB) copy — game, box, and manual — runs about $17, and a factory-sealed copy commands $36.
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 | $9 | eBay sold comps |
| Complete (CIB) | $17 | eBay sold comps |
| Sealed (new) | $36 | eBay sold comps |
| Graded (WATA/CGC) | $1,000 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the approximate resale value for a loose copy of NBA Live '96?
- A loose copy of NBA Live '96 is currently valued around $9.
- How much more is a sealed copy worth compared to a loose one?
- A sealed copy is valued at $36, significantly higher than the $9 price point for a loose version.
- Is the game considered rare, given its 1996 release date?
- As a 1996 Sports title from Electronic Arts, its value depends heavily on its condition, with sealed copies being the most valuable.
