Killer Instinct
Game Boy · 1995
About this game
In the distant future, a monopolistic and technological corporation called Ultratech organizes a fighting tournament known as "Killer Instinct".
Many fighters answer the challenge to participate, including several of Ultratech's experimental warriors.
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To increase the tournament's challenge, Ultratech utilizes a technology that can create bridges between alternate dimensions, releasing a creature known as Eyedol.
Eyedol is a two-headed ancient warrior that was imprisoned along with his bitter rival, Gargos.
Some warriors enter the tournament to seek glory or escape.
Other fighters are attempting to bring an end to Ultratech's corruption.
Killer Instinct is a 2D versus fighting game that features 3D rendered sprite based graphics.
Players choose from ten characters: Orchid, Cinder, Jago, Glacius, Fulgore, Riptor, Sabrewulf, Spinal, T.J.
The game is known for its heavy combo-based fighting system, allowing players to pull off moves that land a high number of hits on their opponent, the highest being the "Ultra Combo".
The game also features combo breakers, finishing moves and stage fatalities, double energy bars, and a dance-music inspired techno soundtrack.
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 Killer Instinct 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.
Adding Killer Instinct 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 GB release dates back to 1995.
Price history
Market values by condition
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1 collector on Gamevaro has this game.
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-17 | Item only | PAL | €15.81 |
| 2026-07-17 | Item only | NTSC-U | €12.20 |
| 2026-07-16 | Item only | PAL | €14.77 |
| 2026-07-16 | Item only | NTSC-U | €12.27 |
| 2026-07-16 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €43.14 |
| 2026-07-16 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €306.86 |
| 2026-07-16 | Item only | NTSC-U | €9.57 |
| 2026-07-16 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €4.37 |
| 2026-07-16 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €56.99 |
| 2026-07-16 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €175.34 |
| 2026-07-15 | Item only | NTSC-U | €12.27 |
| 2026-07-15 | Item only | PAL | €14.57 |
| 2026-07-14 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €4.37 |
| 2026-07-14 | Item only | NTSC-U | €9.55 |
| 2026-07-14 | Item only | PAL | €14.57 |
| 2026-07-14 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €43.08 |
| 2026-07-14 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €175.06 |
| 2026-07-14 | Item only | NTSC-U | €11.45 |
| 2026-07-14 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €56.90 |
| 2026-07-14 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €306.37 |
| 2026-07-13 | Item only | NTSC-U | €9.55 |
| 2026-07-13 | Item only | NTSC-U | €11.36 |
| 2026-07-13 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €4.37 |
| 2026-07-13 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €306.21 |
| 2026-07-13 | Item only | PAL | €14.83 |
| 2026-07-13 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €174.97 |
| 2026-07-13 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €56.87 |
| 2026-07-13 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €43.05 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €4.37 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €56.87 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Killer Instinct 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 Killer Instinct worth?
Killer Instinct for Game Boy is currently worth €15.81 loose, €38.31 complete in box, and €203.73 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Killer Instinct rare?
Killer Instinct 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 Killer Instinct?
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 Killer Instinct, loose is €15.81 and CIB is €38.31 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
Is Killer Instinct worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Killer Instinct is currently worth €15.81 loose, versus €12.20 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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