Lord of the Rings Third Age
Nintendo GameCube · 2004
About this game
The Lord of the Rings:The Third Age introduces entirely new characters which aren't mentioned in the books or movies.
The game does relate to the movies by including scenes from all three movies, with new background speech by Ian McKellen (Gandalf).
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There are seven playable characters in the game which have been created specifically for it, as well a small appearances by characters such as Gandalf, Aragorn, Eowyn, Faramir, and Gothmog.
The game covers events in all three movies/books, mostly with references to major events shown through cut scenes, or the scenes from the movies with Ian McKellan's narration.
A classic RPG game, The Lord of the Rings: The Third Age has gameplay elements similar to Final Fantasy, where you have a party of characters, each with a different set of skills and attributes, who gain levels, making them stronger as the game progresses.
Battles are turn-based, and let the gamer make different decisions on what they want to do to change the outcome of the battle.
The game travels through many areas throughout Tolkien's Middle Earth, including The Pelennor Fields and Moria.
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 Third Age 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
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | PAL | €3.98 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | PAL | €9.72 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | PAL | €49.08 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | PAL | €6.36 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | PAL | €44.62 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | PAL | €15.91 |
| 2026-07-10 | Graded New | PAL | €49.06 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | PAL | €9.72 |
| 2026-07-10 | Complete in Box | PAL | €15.90 |
| 2026-07-10 | Manual Only | PAL | €3.98 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | PAL | €44.60 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | PAL | €6.36 |
| 2026-07-09 | Complete in Box | PAL | €29.91 |
| 2026-07-09 | Item only | PAL | €31.79 |
| 2026-06-18 | Item only | PAL | €9.58 |
| 2026-06-18 | Complete in Box | PAL | €15.68 |
| 2026-06-18 | Manual Only | PAL | €3.92 |
| 2026-06-18 | New (sealed) | PAL | €43.99 |
| 2026-06-18 | Box Only | PAL | €6.27 |
| 2026-06-18 | Graded New | PAL | €48.39 |
| 2026-06-17 | New (sealed) | PAL | €43.99 |
| 2026-06-17 | Complete in Box | PAL | €15.68 |
| 2026-06-17 | Box Only | PAL | €6.27 |
| 2026-06-17 | Item only | PAL | €9.58 |
| 2026-06-17 | Graded New | PAL | €48.39 |
| 2026-06-17 | Manual Only | PAL | €3.92 |
| 2026-06-15 | Box Only | PAL | €6.29 |
| 2026-06-15 | Complete in Box | PAL | €15.72 |
| 2026-06-15 | Graded New | PAL | €48.50 |
| 2026-06-15 | Item only | PAL | €9.60 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Lord of the Rings Third Age 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 Third Age worth?
Lord of the Rings Third Age for Nintendo GameCube is currently worth €31.79 loose, €15.91 complete in box, and €44.62 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Lord of the Rings Third Age rare?
Lord of the Rings Third Age 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 Third Age?
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 Third Age, loose is €31.79 and CIB is €15.91 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
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