Blades of Steel (1988)
Game Boy · 1988
About this game
Based on the arcade game, Blades Of Steel is a hockey arcade action game (gameplay doesn't require the need to worry about statistics or provide the ability to customize teams).
Two players can play against each other, or one player against the computer.
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In one player mode there are single game and tournament mode options.
From time to time a fight may break out, which will provide a close up view of the two players.
The player has control during the miniature fight game sequence, with the loser having to spend time in the penalty box.
The referee will break up fights that go on too long, and calls a few penalties such as icing.
Several short clips of digitized voices are also featured.
About Game Boy
The original Game Boy (1989) proved that handheld gaming didn't need cutting-edge graphics to succeed — its monochrome screen and legendary battery life, combined with Tetris as a pack-in, made it a cultural phenomenon. Game Boy cartridges are famously durable, so this remains one of the more accessible retro platforms to collect, though translucent color variants and complete-in-box copies with the original brick-sized manual add real value for condition-focused collectors.
Gamevaro tracks Blades of Steel (1988) for Game Boy 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.
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Market values by condition
PAL
NTSC-J
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-12 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-U | €8.75 |
| 2026-07-12 | Sealed / New | NTSC-U | €93.02 |
| 2026-07-12 | Boxed (CIB) | NTSC-U | €40.49 |
| 2026-07-10 | Boxed (CIB) | NTSC-U | €40.47 |
| 2026-07-10 | Sealed / New | NTSC-U | €92.98 |
| 2026-07-10 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-U | €8.75 |
| 2026-07-09 | Loose / Item only | PAL | €13.77 |
| 2026-07-08 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-J | €12.29 |
| 2026-07-08 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-U | €12.29 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Only a handful of market sales have been tracked for Blades of Steel (1988), suggesting it doesn't trade hands very often — a sign of relative scarcity compared to more common Game Boy 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 Blades of Steel (1988) worth?
Blades of Steel (1988) for Game Boy is currently worth €13.77 loose. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Blades of Steel (1988) rare?
Blades of Steel (1988) has only a handful of tracked market sales, suggesting relative scarcity compared to more common Game Boy titles.
What's the difference between loose, CIB and sealed for Blades of Steel (1988)?
Loose means cartridge or disc only, CIB (complete in box) includes the original box and manual, and sealed means factory-sealed and never opened. These are tracked as separate market values because the price gap between them can be significant, especially for older releases.
Is Blades of Steel (1988) worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Blades of Steel (1988) is currently worth €13.77 loose, versus €8.75 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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