Rare Xbox Games

[Push Upstairs]

Do you think Futurama has a chance of becoming rare? I noticed that one of my local EBgames had two copies and was tempted to pick one up. It's $20 though, which is a little more than I'd like to spend. If it was $10, I wouldn't hesitate.

I'd drop $20 on that game easily...but then I'm a huge "Futurama" fan and I've only seen the game *ONCE* in this area (and this was before I had an XBOX).

[Steve W]

Wow.... local area Fry's Electronics used to have a whole bunch of Futurama copies lying around. I wanted it, but I balked at the $50 price tag (I'm a cheap bastard, and especially don't want to pay full price for an Xbox game) but luckily by the time I decided to pull the trigger and buy a copy, they had dropped the price down to $19.99. A lot of the games that have been listed as being rare in the stores, Fry's has had choking their shelves. They semi-reliably mark down games after some time, which is when I step in. Original Xbox games have been dropping down dirt cheap there lately. Between them and a local CompUSA that closed not too long ago, it's been a great time to be an Xbox gamer for a cheap bastard like me.

[Push Upstairs]

I smell a conspiracy.

Why was "Futurama" released in such limited quantities in my area?

Personally, I blame the commies.

[esquire]

I'm usually derisive of Platinum Hits versions, but at least these particular combo packs were exclusive to the Xbox and not trip over common.
Crash Super Pack -Wrath of Cortex & Nitro Kart -R2
Sonic Mega Collection Plus and Super Monkey Ball Deluxe -R2
Sonic Heroes and Super Monkey Ball Deluxe -R2
Shrek 2 and Shark Tale 2-in-1 Pack -R2

The Xbox never had a Platinum edition Super Monkey Ball Deluxe, so you get the regular version disc in the combo packs.

Hey, great list and thanks for all work you put into that. Awesome collection too.

With the prices for used and new XBOX games dropping like crazy, I've started to increase my collection and work towards a complete collection as well.

One thing that I came across that is not on your list is "Tom Clancy's Classic Trilogy" which includes Ghost Recon, Splinter Cell and Rainbow Six 3. The release is on Platinum Hits, and I don't recall a similar release for the PS2, in fact IGN doesn't list a PS2 release either. The case comes with 3 DVDs all held down on an extended stem inside.

[norkusa]

If anyone wants a sealed Xbox Futurama, I've got one that I'll trade straight-up for a used PS2 copy.

[SaturnFan]

Fable:The Lost Chapters

I haven't seen that ANYWHERE.

[Neil Koch]

"One thing that I came across that is not on your list is "Tom Clancy's Classic Trilogy" which includes Ghost Recon, Splinter Cell and Rainbow Six 3. The release is on Platinum Hits, and I don't recall a similar release for the PS2, in fact IGN doesn't list a PS2 release either. The case comes with 3 DVDs all held down on an extended stem inside."

It's not rare at all as per the guide here - I just did a quick Ebay search and there are quite a few listings, and most of the BIN prices are under $20.

It is just on Xbox, but it's interesting to note that it actually rang up as a regular PH game ($20) even though it was supposed to be $40. I picked my copy up from Best Buy for $15 when they were having a sale on all their PH games.

[orrimarrko]

Just my two cents...

Spartacus - awesome work. As someone who does these kinds of lists, I know the work that goes into it.

Also, that's a very impressive collection for sure.

I agree with your breakdown on the games - there truly aren't any "rare" games for the system in terms of retail releases.

Most of the games that people have mentioned aren't rare at all.

Marvel vs. Capcom 2 is not rare, it is simply a great game, and will always be in demand. Just had to say that, because I was getting sick of seeing it.

The good news about the XBOX is that about 70% of the titles will be available for $10 or less at your local Gamestop for the next year or two.

20% of the remaining 30% will still be readily available, but for more than $10.

The last 10% will actually require some looking, regardless of cost.

The only real question is will we have a complete list to ensure that anyone actually has a "complete" collection.

In the meantime - great work.

Orri~

[esquire]

BTW, when I was at Gamestop today, the clerk told me the last 3 XBOX releases will be FIFA, Madden and NCAA Football for this year.

Can anyone confirm this? Are there any other releases due out between now and then?

[orrimarrko]

BTW, when I was at Gamestop today, the clerk told me the last 3 XBOX releases will be FIFA, Madden and NCAA Football for this year.

Can anyone confirm this? Are there any other releases due out between now and then?

I'm pretty sure that's correct, except the Madden release hasn't been signed officially.

I also don't think that they'll release the NCAA Football either.

I do, however, think that they'll release the FIFA, making it the last release for both the PS1 and the XBOX. Coincidentally, that is...

[esquire]

Any know if "Real World Golf" or "Slugger" are rare? These are the games by Gametrak Game System/Mad Catz that come with a controller to play the individual games. I just picked up Real World Golf for $39.99 at my local EB, marked down from $59.99. I am not sure if Slugger ever even came out.

http://www.gamestop.com/product.asp?product%5Fid=210946

Also, another game not on the limited edition list is "Batman: Rise of Sin Tzu - Action Figure Commemorative Edition"

[xtremegamer]

So from a collectable stand point, what games would you recomend tracking down now as the prices might be higher in the future?

[jajaja]

Wow.... local area Fry's Electronics used to have a whole bunch of Futurama copies lying around. I wanted it, but I balked at the $50 price tag (I'm a cheap bastard, and especially don't want to pay full price for an Xbox game) but luckily by the time I decided to pull the trigger and buy a copy, they had dropped the price down to $19.99.

Maybe its because the main character in Futurama is named Fry and they ordered in alot of copies because of this hehe

[xtremegamer]

I am trying to come up with a list of the top 25 games to have from a collectable standpoint. These might be games with limited production,or just pull high dollar when being resold. I would really like some peoples opinions/feedback on what games they feel should be on this list. Again, this would be for the original Xbox. Games are only in alphabetical order, not ranked. Here is what I have so far:

1. Air Force Delta Storm
2. Alien Vs. Predator : Extinction
3. Barbie Horse Adventures: Wild Horse Rescue
4. Baldurs Gate: Dark Alliance II
5. Batman: Rise of Sin Tzu Limited Edition w/ action figure
6. F1 2001
7. Futurama
8. The Guy Game
9. Jurassic Park: Operation Genesis
10. King of Fighters 2002/2003
11. Marvel Vs. Capcom 2
12. Monopoly Party
13. Outrun 2006: Coast to Coast
14. Predator: Concrete Jungle
15. Pro Fishing Challenge
16. Robotec Battlecry limited edition
17. Samurai Showdown V
18. Shattered Union
19. Silent Scope Complete
20. Sniper Elite
21. Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory Collectors Edition
22. Steel Battalion
23. Toe Jam & Earl 3: Mission to Earth
24. Tom and Jerry: War of the Wiskers
25. Ultra Bust-A-Move

[bangtango]

Land of the Dead is still being sold new by a lot of sites. Amazon has it in their inventory (not just the Marketplace sellers) brand new for under $20 so you may want to take that one off. Your work doesn't go unnoticed though, nice start.

[98PaceCar]

Is Sniper Elite really hard to get? I know where I can get about 30 or 40 copies of it, sealed new.

[xtremegamer]

Sniper Elite in my area or resources always seems to be $30+ and never available. As for Land of the Dead, I was debating on it since I hardly ever see it anymore and usually when I do, $25+. I will take it off since I questioned it myself.

[djbeatmongrel]

Volvo: Drive for Life needs to go one there imo
also i think Jade empire LTd edition, Elders scrolls morowind GOTY (non platinum hits), and Xyanide

PS, there are people more knowledgable than me on this, this is just what i've seen.

[xtremegamer]

Volvo: Drive for Life needs to go one there imo
also i think Jade empire LTd edition, Elders scrolls morowind GOTY (non platinum hits), and Xyanide

PS, there are people more knowledgable than me on this, this is just what i've seen.

I had considered Volvo: Drive for Life, but it is always available on Ebay for under $8 shipped. It might be something to add a couple years from now. Jade Empire and Elders Scrolls are available everywhere here locally under $15 each, anybody else have problems tracking these down locally? And as for Xyanide, same situation as Land of the Dead, Amazon still has it brand new for under $20. Thanks for your input, it was taken into consideration, these would be games to add to something like a top 50 or 100 list.

[heybtbm]

Dai Senryaku VII: Modern Military Tactics (?)