E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial
Atari 2600 · 1982
About this game
Re-live the best moments of the classic movie, E.T.
The Extra-Terrestrial in this GBA title.
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Search for the parts to the transmitter and put it together so that E.T. can contact his homeworld (aka "Phone Home") then evade the police, FBI and scientists to get to the spaceships landing spot.
Play as both E.T. and Elliott in fully interactive environments, playing levels based on key scenes in the movie (such as the home contact, bike chase and more).
About Atari 2600
The Atari 2600 (1977) was the console that first proved interchangeable game cartridges could sustain a mass-market business, effectively founding the home console industry as we know it. Most common 2600 titles are inexpensive today given how many units and copies were sold, but a small number of extremely rare releases — including several from Atari's own late-era prototype and licensed titles — are among the most valuable cartridges in retro collecting.
Gamevaro tracks E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial for Atari 2600 with separate market values for loose, complete-in-box (CIB) and factory-sealed copies, sourced from real eBay sales. Prices also vary by region — PAL, NTSC-U and NTSC-J releases of the same game often sell for different amounts due to print run sizes and regional collector demand.
Adding E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial to a Gamevaro collection takes seconds — search by title or scan the box barcode, and the app fills in cover art, release details and current pricing automatically. This A2600 release dates back to 1982.
Market values by condition
NTSC-U
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-16 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €15.94 |
| 2026-07-16 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €22.72 |
| 2026-07-16 | Item only | NTSC-U | €7.86 |
| 2026-07-16 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €87.23 |
| 2026-07-16 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €4.53 |
| 2026-07-16 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €250.49 |
| 2026-07-15 | Item only | NTSC-U | €11.81 |
| 2026-07-15 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €157.82 |
| 2026-07-15 | Loose / Item only | PAL | €15.57 |
| 2026-07-15 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €155.62 |
| 2026-07-15 | Boxed (CIB) | PAL | €75.36 |
| 2026-07-14 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €15.91 |
| 2026-07-14 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €250.62 |
| 2026-07-14 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €87.10 |
| 2026-07-14 | Item only | NTSC-U | €8.32 |
| 2026-07-14 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €4.53 |
| 2026-07-14 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €19.55 |
| 2026-07-13 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €19.54 |
| 2026-07-13 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €15.91 |
| 2026-07-13 | Item only | NTSC-U | €8.31 |
| 2026-07-13 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €4.52 |
| 2026-07-13 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €87.05 |
| 2026-07-13 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €250.49 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €15.91 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €87.05 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €250.49 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | NTSC-U | €8.31 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €19.54 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €4.52 |
| 2026-07-10 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €250.93 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Only a handful of market sales have been tracked for E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, suggesting it doesn't trade hands very often — a sign of relative scarcity compared to more common Atari 2600 titles.
Complete-in-box (CIB) copies typically command a premium over loose cartridges/discs because the original box and manual are more fragile and get discarded or damaged over time — fewer complete sets survive.
Frequently asked questions
How much is E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial worth?
E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial for Atari 2600 is currently worth €15.57 loose, €75.36 complete in box. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial rare?
E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial has only a handful of tracked market sales, suggesting relative scarcity compared to more common Atari 2600 titles.
What's the difference between loose, CIB and sealed for E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial?
Loose means cartridge or disc only, CIB (complete in box) includes the original box and manual, and sealed means factory-sealed and never opened. For E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, loose is €15.57 and CIB is €75.36 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
Is E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial is currently worth €15.57 loose, versus €11.81 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
Ratings & Reviews
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