What is the typical resale value for a loose copy of Sonic on SMS?

A loose copy of Sonic the Hedgehog for the Sega Master System generally sells for around $10.

How much is a sealed copy of Sonic the Hedgehog on the Master System worth?

The sealed version of Sonic the Hedgehog on the Sega Master System commands a high resale value of $283.

Is the complete-in-box version a good investment?

The complete-in-box version is valued at $45, offering a solid middle-ground price point for collectors.

Sonic the Hedgehog — Sega Master System Price & Value

Name: Sonic the Hedgehog — Sega Master System Price & Value
Brand: Sega

Sega Master System

What Sonic the Hedgehog for Sega Master System is worth — loose cart, complete in box, and sealed.

Sonic the Hedgehog value — Loose $10 · Complete (CIB) $45 · Sealed (new) $283. Prices updated July 2026.

Platform · Sega Master System

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Game details

Brand: Sega
Platform: Sega Master System

Sonic the Hedgehog (Sega Master System) resale value

A loose copy of Sonic the Hedgehog averages around $10. A complete-in-box (CIB) copy — game, box, and manual — runs about $45, and a factory-sealed copy commands $283.

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.

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What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today

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Condition	Value	Based on
Loose	$10	eBay sold comps
Complete (CIB)	$45	eBay sold comps
Sealed (new)	$283	eBay sold comps
Graded (WATA/CGC)	$312	eBay sold comps

Frequently asked questions

What is the typical resale value for a loose copy of Sonic on SMS?: A loose copy of Sonic the Hedgehog for the Sega Master System generally sells for around $10.
How much is a sealed copy of Sonic the Hedgehog on the Master System worth?: The sealed version of Sonic the Hedgehog on the Sega Master System commands a high resale value of $283.
Is the complete-in-box version a good investment?: The complete-in-box version is valued at $45, offering a solid middle-ground price point for collectors.