Bionicle
Nintendo GameCube · 2003
About this game
Bionicle is a single-player action game.
The story follows the heroes of Mata Nui, an island divided into six elemental regions of fire, water, air, earth, stone, and ice.
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Players take control of the Toa, mighty warriors who harness elemental powers, and must rescue the scattered Matoran villagers while undoing the corruption spread by the shadowy Makuta.
The journey progresses as each Toa is transformed into their stronger Toa Nuva form, culminating in the appearance of the legendary seventh Toa, destined to face Makuta directly.
Gameplay is structured around a series of linear stages themed after the island’s elemental domains.
Each Toa has unique abilities that align with their element: Tahu manipulates fire, Gali commands water, Lewa harnesses wind, and others wield stone, earth, or ice.
Elemental blasts are the primary method of offense, used to defeat enemies and interact with the environment.
Stages also include environmental hazards such as falling rocks, icy ledges, gusting winds, and lava flows that must be navigated carefully to progress.
Combat emphasizes timing and energy management.
Elemental powers can be charged for stronger attacks, and successful strikes recharge health by collecting spheres of light dropped from fallen foes.
Boss encounters require mastery of each Toa’s abilities, such as using ice powers to halt dangerous flows or employing fire blasts to clear obstacles.
As the story advances, players gain access to the Toa Nuva forms, which provide enhanced powers and movement options.
The final section introduces the seventh Toa, offering new abilities designed for the climactic battle against Makuta.
Stages include collectible masks of power hidden throughout the environments.
These masks serve as optional challenges and rewards.
Collectibles contribute to overall completion but are not strictly required to finish the story.
About Nintendo GameCube
Nintendo's GameCube (2001) used a compact optical disc format and was the company's first console with online capability, though it never matched the PS2's commercial success. GameCube discs are comparatively durable, making complete-in-box collecting approachable, while a handful of Japan-only and limited-release titles (some tied to promotions) are the platform's genuine chase items.
Gamevaro tracks Bionicle for Nintendo GameCube 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
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-16 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €12.77 |
| 2026-07-16 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €43.29 |
| 2026-07-16 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €47.62 |
| 2026-07-16 | Item only | NTSC-U | €9.18 |
| 2026-07-16 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €8.33 |
| 2026-07-16 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €5.00 |
| 2026-07-14 | Item only | NTSC-U | €9.16 |
| 2026-07-14 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €43.22 |
| 2026-07-14 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €47.55 |
| 2026-07-14 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €4.99 |
| 2026-07-14 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €12.75 |
| 2026-07-14 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €8.32 |
| 2026-07-13 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €12.74 |
| 2026-07-13 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €47.52 |
| 2026-07-13 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €4.99 |
| 2026-07-13 | Item only | NTSC-U | €9.16 |
| 2026-07-13 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €43.20 |
| 2026-07-13 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €8.31 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | PAL | €56.87 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €47.52 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | PAL | €62.55 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €12.74 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €8.31 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | PAL | €20.32 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | PAL | €8.07 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | NTSC-U | €9.16 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €43.20 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €4.99 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | PAL | €4.11 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | PAL | €5.05 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Bionicle 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 Bionicle worth?
Bionicle for Nintendo GameCube is currently worth €15.89 loose, €20.32 complete in box, and €56.87 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Bionicle rare?
Bionicle 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 Bionicle?
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 Bionicle, loose is €15.89 and CIB is €20.32 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
Is Bionicle worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Bionicle is currently worth €15.89 loose, versus €13.11 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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