Paperboy — Sega Genesis Price & Value
Sega GenesisWhat Paperboy for Sega Genesis is worth — loose cart, complete in box, and sealed.
Paperboy value — Loose $14 · Complete (CIB) $30 · Sealed (new) $134. Prices updated July 2026.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own a Paperboy, buy the Cardboard Box for $27. The Standard version, at $30, offers no significant upgrade in edition or scarcity over the box. If your goal is just collection, the Cardboard Box is the most economical choice. Save your money unless you specifically prefer the Standard version's slight difference, which offers negligible added value for the extra $3.
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Game details
- Brand
- Sega
- Platform
- Sega Genesis
Paperboy (Sega Genesis) resale value
A loose copy of Paperboy averages around $14. A complete-in-box (CIB) copy — game, box, and manual — runs about $30, and a factory-sealed copy commands $134.
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 | $14 | eBay sold comps |
| Complete (CIB) | $30 | eBay sold comps |
| Sealed (new) | $134 | eBay sold comps |
| Graded (WATA/CGC) | $265 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the going rate for a loose copy of Paperboy on Sega Genesis?
- A loose copy of Paperboy for Sega Genesis is currently valued at $14.
- How much more is the sealed version worth compared to the loose version?
- The sealed copy is valued at $134, making it significantly more valuable than the loose version's $14.
- Should I buy Paperboy CIB or sealed if I'm looking for the best investment?
- For the highest return, the sealed copy is the best investment at $134, compared to the $30 CIB price.
