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Pokemon Red [First Print] — Game Boy Price & Value
Game BoyWhat Pokemon Red [First Print] for Game Boy is worth — loose cart, complete in box, and sealed.
Pokemon Red [First Print] value — Loose $64 · Complete (CIB) $423 · Sealed (new) $974. Prices updated July 2026.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Expired listings — price reference
Pokemon Red - Nintendo Gameboy - Tested And Working New Save Battery First Print
FIRST PRINT Pokemon Red Version Nintendo Game Boy Original 1998 Complete WORKS
Pokemon Red Version *First Print* (Nintendo Game Boy 1998)Complete CIB Near Mint
Pokemon Red Game Boy FIRST PRINT SAVES Nr.Mint AUTHENTIC Pokemon Red Version GB
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own it, buy the Standard Pokemon Red for $350. The First Print version at $423 commands a premium due to its scarcity and collectible status. Buyers prioritizing owning the base item should opt for the Standard. Those seeking investment potential or a more definitive collector's piece should pay the extra for the First Print.
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Pokemon Red [First Print] (Game Boy) resale value
A loose copy of Pokemon Red [First Print] averages around $64. A complete-in-box (CIB) copy — game, box, and manual — runs about $423, and a factory-sealed copy commands $974.
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 | $64 | eBay sold comps |
| Complete (CIB) | $423 | eBay sold comps |
| Sealed (new) | $974 | eBay sold comps |
| Graded (WATA/CGC) | $7,000 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $99.97 / $499.99 / $13,999 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 26, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $99.97–$13,999.00 (median $499.99).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the loose resale value for Pokemon Red [First Print]?
- A loose copy of Pokemon Red [First Print] currently holds a resale value starting around $64.
- How much is a sealed copy of Pokemon Red [First Print] worth?
- A sealed copy of Pokemon Red [First Print] is valued at a premium, reaching $974.
- What's the price range for Pokemon Red [First Print] if it's complete-in-box?
- When complete-in-box, Pokemon Red [First Print] can be valued at $423.
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