Madden NFL 97
Game Boy · 1996
About this game
With the versions for PC and 32-bit consoles having moved into the realm of real 3D graphics, Madden NFL 97 on Super Nintendo retains the classic view of the series, updating it with different features and options compared to the Genesis release.
The game features the 30 regular NFL teams of the 1996 season and the 1996 All-Madden team.
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Further teams are available as unlocks - winning the Super Bowl with a regular team gives a code for a classic team of the same franchise, and some special hidden teams also exist.
Playing modes are exhibition, a full season and playoffs including the Super Bowl.
In seasons and playoffs, any game can be either played or simulated (with the exception of the Super Bowl, which must be played).
Quarter length can be set from 3 to 15 minutes.
All 30 team's stadiums are available for selection, with changeable weather conditions for the open fields, including fair weather, wind, rain, snow and even night games.
Further options are two skill levels (Pro and All Madden), freely definable audibles, eight different penalties that can be set to different levels, player fatigue, injuries and substitutions.
Play calling mode can be set to a bluff mode, offense and pass catching can be set to manual or automatic, and there is an instant replay feature.
Player records and season/playoff progress are saved via battery.
The game also features player creation and trading.
Player creation features tryout mini-games. 13 events in all must be accomplished to determine a player's stats, including running, an obstacle course, following coaching directions, passing, tackling, etc.
All events can be practiced individually.
Multiplayer is available via multitap for up to five players, who can play against each other or on the same team.
The player using the first controller always calls plays and controls the quarterback, while the remaining players control other players on the field.
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 Madden NFL 97 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
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Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-14 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-U | €8.60 |
| 2026-07-14 | Boxed (CIB) | NTSC-U | €57.34 |
| 2026-07-14 | Sealed / New | NTSC-U | €95.21 |
| 2026-07-09 | Loose / Item only | PAL | €10.60 |
| 2026-07-09 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-U | €10.50 |
| 2026-07-08 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-J | €10.51 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Only a handful of market sales have been tracked for Madden NFL 97, 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 Madden NFL 97 worth?
Madden NFL 97 for Game Boy is currently worth €10.60 loose. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Madden NFL 97 rare?
Madden NFL 97 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 Madden NFL 97?
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 Madden NFL 97 worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Madden NFL 97 is currently worth €10.60 loose, versus €8.60 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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