The Sims
Nintendo GameCube · 2000
About this game
Home consoles version of The Sims.
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 The Sims 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
NTSC-J
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-16 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €4.20 |
| 2026-07-16 | Item only | NTSC-J | €7.97 |
| 2026-07-16 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €32.44 |
| 2026-07-16 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €3.18 |
| 2026-07-16 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €311.24 |
| 2026-07-16 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €61.70 |
| 2026-07-16 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €35.68 |
| 2026-07-16 | Complete in Box | NTSC-J | €11.69 |
| 2026-07-16 | Item only | NTSC-U | €11.12 |
| 2026-07-16 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €1.99 |
| 2026-07-16 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €4.34 |
| 2026-07-16 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €11.15 |
| 2026-07-14 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €61.60 |
| 2026-07-14 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €4.19 |
| 2026-07-14 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €32.39 |
| 2026-07-14 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €35.63 |
| 2026-07-14 | Item only | NTSC-J | €7.96 |
| 2026-07-14 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €3.18 |
| 2026-07-14 | Item only | NTSC-U | €11.10 |
| 2026-07-14 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €310.75 |
| 2026-07-14 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €4.33 |
| 2026-07-14 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €11.13 |
| 2026-07-14 | Complete in Box | NTSC-J | €11.67 |
| 2026-07-14 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €1.99 |
| 2026-07-13 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €4.19 |
| 2026-07-13 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €61.57 |
| 2026-07-13 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €35.61 |
| 2026-07-13 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €310.59 |
| 2026-07-13 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €32.37 |
| 2026-07-13 | Item only | NTSC-J | €7.95 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
The Sims 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 The Sims worth?
The Sims for Nintendo GameCube is currently worth €15.83 loose, €8.26 complete in box, and €20.50 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is The Sims rare?
The Sims 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 The Sims?
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 The Sims, loose is €15.83 and CIB is €8.26 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
Is The Sims worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of The Sims is currently worth €15.83 loose, versus €13.27 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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