Black and Bruised
Nintendo GameCube · 2003
About this game
Twisted Metal: Black is the fifth game in the car-combat series.
Only on the PlayStation 2, the game includes old favorites and a lot of new characters.
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The game has a very dark and gothic theme to it, with the music to back it up.
Detailed graphics, day/night cycle, particle effects, and a constant 60 frames per second.
The game also boasts a multiplayer mode, with 1-4 multiplayers, over ten arenas (some specific to multiplayer), and a cooperative mode, so instead of fighting each other, you can work together.
The game's soundtrack consists of techno/gothic music, with some industrial, and acoustic guitar bits, especially the ending credits, Paint It Black .
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 Black and Bruised 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.
Adding Black and Bruised 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 GCN release dates back to 2003.
Price history
Market values by condition
PAL
NTSC-U
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-18 | Item only | NTSC-U | €12.39 |
| 2026-07-18 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €43.73 |
| 2026-07-18 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €7.00 |
| 2026-07-18 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €48.10 |
| 2026-07-18 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €17.37 |
| 2026-07-18 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €8.35 |
| 2026-07-16 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €17.41 |
| 2026-07-16 | Item only | NTSC-U | €12.42 |
| 2026-07-16 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €7.01 |
| 2026-07-16 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €8.37 |
| 2026-07-16 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €43.84 |
| 2026-07-16 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €48.22 |
| 2026-07-14 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €17.38 |
| 2026-07-14 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €48.14 |
| 2026-07-14 | Item only | NTSC-U | €12.40 |
| 2026-07-14 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €7.00 |
| 2026-07-14 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €43.77 |
| 2026-07-14 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €8.36 |
| 2026-07-13 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €43.74 |
| 2026-07-13 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €7.00 |
| 2026-07-13 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €17.38 |
| 2026-07-13 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €8.36 |
| 2026-07-13 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €48.12 |
| 2026-07-13 | Item only | NTSC-U | €12.40 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | NTSC-U | €12.33 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €17.49 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €7.00 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €48.12 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €43.74 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €8.36 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Black and Bruised 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 Black and Bruised worth?
Black and Bruised for Nintendo GameCube is currently worth €23.26 loose, €12.50 complete in box, and €38.22 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Black and Bruised rare?
Black and Bruised 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 Black and Bruised?
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 Black and Bruised, loose is €23.26 and CIB is €12.50 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
Is Black and Bruised worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Black and Bruised is currently worth €23.26 loose, versus €16.29 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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