Blackthorne
Game Boy Advance · 1994
About this game
The planet Tuul was a peaceful place, until the evil warrior Sarlac used the power of the Darkstone to take control.
Kyle Blackthorne's father, the good King Vlaros, sent him to Earth just as his kingdom crumbled around him.
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Now, twenty years later, Kyle is grown and must return to Tuul to free it from the clutches of Sarlac.
Blackthorne is a platform action game played from a side-view with non-scrolling backgrounds.
It has certain similarities to Prince of Persia , being set in maze-like environments and focusing on exploration and occasional puzzle-solving.
Kyle Blackthorne fights enemies by shooting at them.
His default weapon, a pump action shotgun, can be upgraded throughout the course of the game.
Various types of bombs can be used to damage enemies, blow open doors, or destroy generators.
Keys must be found to gain access to new areas.
About Game Boy Advance
Nintendo's Game Boy Advance (2001) offered near-SNES-level graphics in a handheld and became a home for excellent ports as well as original titles across nearly every genre. GBA cartridges are generally durable and plentiful, making it an approachable platform for new collectors, though a few late-release RPGs and limited exclusives have become genuine chase items.
Gamevaro tracks Blackthorne for Game Boy Advance 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 Blackthorne 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 GBA release dates back to 1994.
Price history
Market values by condition
PAL
NTSC-U
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-16 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €93.82 |
| 2026-07-16 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €85.29 |
| 2026-07-16 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €66.82 |
| 2026-07-16 | Item only | NTSC-U | €31.25 |
| 2026-07-16 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €16.55 |
| 2026-07-16 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €13.79 |
| 2026-07-14 | Item only | NTSC-U | €31.20 |
| 2026-07-14 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €93.67 |
| 2026-07-14 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €85.15 |
| 2026-07-14 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €66.72 |
| 2026-07-14 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €16.53 |
| 2026-07-14 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €13.77 |
| 2026-07-13 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €85.11 |
| 2026-07-13 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €66.68 |
| 2026-07-13 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €93.62 |
| 2026-07-13 | Item only | NTSC-U | €31.18 |
| 2026-07-13 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €13.76 |
| 2026-07-13 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €16.52 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €13.76 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | PAL | €119.35 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | PAL | €131.29 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | PAL | €40.31 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | PAL | €16.12 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €66.68 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | NTSC-U | €31.18 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €85.11 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €93.62 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €16.52 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | PAL | €12.86 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | PAL | €10.08 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Blackthorne has a steady sales history on the tracked marketplaces, meaning enough copies circulate to establish a reliable market price.
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 Blackthorne worth?
Blackthorne for Game Boy Advance is currently worth €42.40 loose, €40.31 complete in box, and €119.35 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Blackthorne rare?
Blackthorne has a steady sales history on the tracked marketplaces, meaning it trades hands regularly and isn't considered particularly rare.
What's the difference between loose, CIB and sealed for Blackthorne?
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 Blackthorne, loose is €42.40 and CIB is €40.31 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
Is Blackthorne worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Blackthorne is currently worth €42.40 loose, versus €35.03 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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