Ikaruga
Nintendo GameCube · 2001
About this game
Vertical shoot-em-up ported from the Naomi Arcade version.
Ikaruga is more or less a sequel to Radiant Silvergun on the Sega Saturn.
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Based on a two-colors system, the player has to switch between the black & white sides of his ship during gameplay.
The black side is immune to black enemy bullets which it considers as a bonus and dies on impact with white enemy bullets.
Your own black bullets damage white enemies twice as much as white bullets.
And vice-versa for the white side.
Those properties make a balance between protecting yourself well and killing enemies fast.
This aspect, combined with specific enemy patterns and a combo system makes Ikaruga an original shoot-em-up with a dose of strategy.
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 Ikaruga 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 Ikaruga 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 2001.
Price history
Market values by condition
PAL
NTSC-U
NTSC-J
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-16 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €10.56 |
| 2026-07-16 | Complete in Box | NTSC-J | €42.26 |
| 2026-07-16 | Item only | NTSC-J | €34.03 |
| 2026-07-16 | Item only | NTSC-U | €37.48 |
| 2026-07-16 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €52.70 |
| 2026-07-16 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €21.91 |
| 2026-07-16 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €199.75 |
| 2026-07-16 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €16.90 |
| 2026-07-16 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €147.01 |
| 2026-07-16 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €181.60 |
| 2026-07-16 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €175.32 |
| 2026-07-16 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €18.84 |
| 2026-07-14 | Item only | NTSC-J | €33.97 |
| 2026-07-14 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €146.78 |
| 2026-07-14 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €52.62 |
| 2026-07-14 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €181.31 |
| 2026-07-14 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €175.04 |
| 2026-07-14 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €18.81 |
| 2026-07-14 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €199.44 |
| 2026-07-14 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €21.87 |
| 2026-07-14 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €10.55 |
| 2026-07-14 | Item only | NTSC-U | €37.42 |
| 2026-07-14 | Complete in Box | NTSC-J | €42.19 |
| 2026-07-14 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €16.88 |
| 2026-07-13 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €174.95 |
| 2026-07-13 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €18.80 |
| 2026-07-13 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €199.34 |
| 2026-07-13 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €181.22 |
| 2026-07-13 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €52.59 |
| 2026-07-13 | Item only | NTSC-U | €37.40 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Ikaruga 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 Ikaruga worth?
Ikaruga for Nintendo GameCube is currently worth €72.59 loose, €45.63 complete in box, and €94.49 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Ikaruga rare?
Ikaruga 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 Ikaruga?
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 Ikaruga, loose is €72.59 and CIB is €45.63 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
Is Ikaruga worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Ikaruga is currently worth €72.59 loose, versus €60.50 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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Also on other platforms
![Ikaruga [Hypergun Edition]](/covers/nintendo-switch/139167.webp)
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![Ikaruga [Metal Earth]](/covers/nintendo-switch/140968.webp)
![Ikaruga [Metal Earth Version]](https://images.igdb.com/igdb/image/upload/t_cover_big/co4zp5.jpg)
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