Pokemon Red — Game Boy Price & Value
Game BoyWhat Pokemon Red for Game Boy is worth — loose cart, complete in box, and sealed.
Pokemon Red value — Loose $64 · Complete (CIB) $350 · Sealed (new) $2,278. 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 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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Game details
- UPC / EAN
- 045496730734
- Brand
- Game
- Platform
- Game Boy
- Genre
- Role-Playing
- Publisher
- Nintendo
- Released
- 1996
- Copies sold
- 31.37M
- ESRB
- Everyone
Pokemon Red (Game Boy) resale value
A loose copy of Pokemon Red averages around $64. A complete-in-box (CIB) copy — game, box, and manual — runs about $350, and a factory-sealed copy commands $2278.
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) | $350 | eBay sold comps |
| Sealed (new) | $2,278 | eBay sold comps |
| Graded (WATA/CGC) | $8,500 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $19.99 / $59.98 / $99.87 | 6 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 17, 2026, 6 live eBay listings ask $19.99–$99.87 (median $59.98).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the typical resale value for a loose copy of Pokemon Red?
- A loose copy of Pokemon Red on Game Boy currently has a resale value of $64.
- How much is a sealed copy of Pokemon Red worth?
- Sealed copies of Pokemon Red are highly valuable and can sell for $2278.
- What is the genre and original publisher of Pokemon Red?
- Pokemon Red is a Role-Playing game originally published by Nintendo and released in 1996.
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