Lord of the Rings Return of the King
Nintendo GameCube · 2003
About this game
The video game adaption of the acclaimed film of the same name.
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King is a follow up the well received adaption of the first two films in the trilogy.
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The game expands on what The Two Towers accomplished, with the action and adventure sequel introducing three separate story lines from the movie: one following Aragorn, Legolas, and Gimli, as The Two Towers did, another following Gandalf, and a third following Frodo and Sam, with Merry, Pippin, and Faramir serving as unlockable characters.
Gameplay features were also expanded upon, including multiplayer.
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 Lord of the Rings Return of the King 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 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €56.99 |
| 2026-07-16 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €5.81 |
| 2026-07-16 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €141.89 |
| 2026-07-16 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €20.87 |
| 2026-07-16 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €8.76 |
| 2026-07-16 | Item only | NTSC-U | €15.97 |
| 2026-07-14 | Item only | NTSC-U | €15.31 |
| 2026-07-14 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €141.68 |
| 2026-07-14 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €20.66 |
| 2026-07-14 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €56.90 |
| 2026-07-14 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €8.74 |
| 2026-07-14 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €5.80 |
| 2026-07-13 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €20.65 |
| 2026-07-13 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €8.74 |
| 2026-07-13 | Item only | NTSC-U | €15.30 |
| 2026-07-13 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €141.61 |
| 2026-07-13 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €56.87 |
| 2026-07-13 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €5.80 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | PAL | €52.97 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | PAL | €9.41 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | PAL | €58.28 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | PAL | €3.76 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €20.65 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | NTSC-U | €15.30 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €56.87 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €141.61 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €8.74 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | PAL | €8.43 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €5.80 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | PAL | €4.91 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Lord of the Rings Return of the King 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 Lord of the Rings Return of the King worth?
Lord of the Rings Return of the King for Nintendo GameCube is currently worth €26.50 loose, €9.41 complete in box, and €52.97 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Lord of the Rings Return of the King rare?
Lord of the Rings Return of the King 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 Lord of the Rings Return of the King?
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 Lord of the Rings Return of the King, loose is €26.50 and CIB is €9.41 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
Is Lord of the Rings Return of the King worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Lord of the Rings Return of the King is currently worth €26.50 loose, versus €21.92 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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