Choplifter III
Game Boy · 1994
About this game
Choplifter III for the SNES features entirely different levels from the Game Gear and GameBoy versions , and plays slightly different than other Choplifter games.
While the controls and basic gameplay haven't changed significantly, and the main goal of each level is still rescuing a certain number of hostages, Choplifter III is faster and more action-oriented than earlier Choplifter games.
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Enemies appear in larger variety and numbers now.
They reappear more often and some levels feature fights against large bosses.
To compensate for this, there are more power-ups (such as missiles, bombs, invisibility, etc.) available, and it is possible to have the helicopter repaired at certain points in a level.
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 Choplifter III 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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Price history
Market values by condition
PAL
NTSC-U
NTSC-J
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | PAL | €216.97 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | PAL | €94.32 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | PAL | €13.06 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | PAL | €23.58 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | PAL | €37.73 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | PAL | €238.67 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | PAL | €216.88 |
| 2026-07-10 | Manual Only | PAL | €23.57 |
| 2026-07-10 | Complete in Box | PAL | €94.28 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | PAL | €13.06 |
| 2026-07-10 | Graded New | PAL | €238.57 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | PAL | €37.71 |
| 2026-07-09 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-J | €74.77 |
| 2026-07-09 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-U | €74.77 |
| 2026-07-08 | Item only | PAL | €36.99 |
| 2026-06-18 | Graded New | PAL | €235.29 |
| 2026-06-18 | New (sealed) | PAL | €213.90 |
| 2026-06-18 | Box Only | PAL | €39.12 |
| 2026-06-18 | Item only | PAL | €12.72 |
| 2026-06-18 | Manual Only | PAL | €24.45 |
| 2026-06-18 | Complete in Box | PAL | €92.99 |
| 2026-06-08 | Manual Only | PAL | €24.36 |
| 2026-06-08 | Box Only | PAL | €38.99 |
| 2026-06-08 | Complete in Box | PAL | €97.41 |
| 2026-06-08 | Graded New | PAL | €246.65 |
| 2026-06-08 | New (sealed) | PAL | €224.23 |
| 2026-06-08 | Item only | PAL | €12.67 |
| 2026-05-17 | Graded New | PAL | €245.68 |
| 2026-05-17 | Complete in Box | PAL | €97.07 |
| 2026-05-17 | New (sealed) | PAL | €223.34 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Choplifter III 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 Choplifter III worth?
Choplifter III for Game Boy is currently worth €36.99 loose, €94.32 complete in box, and €216.97 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Choplifter III rare?
Choplifter III 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 Choplifter III?
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 Choplifter III, loose is €36.99 and CIB is €94.32 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
Is Choplifter III worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Choplifter III is currently worth €36.99 loose, versus €74.77 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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