Virtua Striker 3 ver. 2002
Nintendo GameCube · 2002
About this game
Virtua Striker is the first game in Sega's series of arcade football games.
Similar to other football games of its time it is played from a side view but this one differs in being the first to use three dimensional texture mapped graphics.
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The game is played with a stick and three buttons: one for shooting, one for passing short and one for passing long.
Holding down the shoot button accumulates power while pressing quickly leads to a direct shot.
When in a wide position the long pass button is used to make crosses.
While defending the short pass button is used to do sliding tackles.
The game contains eighteen national teams and can be played in single matches by two players or in a tournament against computer controlled opponents.
The tournament is a cup that consists of four rounds and it's necessary to win each match to advance.
By default draws lead to game over but an option exists to end games with a penalty shootout.
None of the footballers have names in the game but some of them resembles real life international stars of the time such as Ruud Gullit and Carlos Valderrama.
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 Virtua Striker 3 ver. 2002 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 Virtua Striker 3 ver. 2002 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 2002.
Price history
Market values by condition
NTSC-J
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-16 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €3.16 |
| 2026-07-16 | Complete in Box | NTSC-J | €7.49 |
| 2026-07-16 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €23.15 |
| 2026-07-16 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €21.04 |
| 2026-07-16 | Item only | NTSC-J | €5.83 |
| 2026-07-16 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €1.97 |
| 2026-07-14 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €1.97 |
| 2026-07-14 | Item only | NTSC-J | €5.82 |
| 2026-07-14 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €23.11 |
| 2026-07-14 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €21.01 |
| 2026-07-14 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €3.15 |
| 2026-07-14 | Complete in Box | NTSC-J | €7.48 |
| 2026-07-13 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €21.00 |
| 2026-07-13 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €3.15 |
| 2026-07-13 | Complete in Box | NTSC-J | €7.47 |
| 2026-07-13 | Item only | NTSC-J | €5.82 |
| 2026-07-13 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €23.10 |
| 2026-07-13 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €1.97 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €1.97 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | NTSC-J | €7.47 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | NTSC-J | €5.82 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €3.15 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €21.00 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €23.10 |
| 2026-07-10 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €24.05 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €21.86 |
| 2026-07-10 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €1.61 |
| 2026-07-10 | Complete in Box | NTSC-J | €7.86 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €2.57 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | NTSC-J | €5.62 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Virtua Striker 3 ver. 2002 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 Virtua Striker 3 ver. 2002 worth?
Virtua Striker 3 ver. 2002 for Nintendo GameCube is currently worth €14.86 loose, €7.49 complete in box, and €21.04 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Virtua Striker 3 ver. 2002 rare?
Virtua Striker 3 ver. 2002 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 Virtua Striker 3 ver. 2002?
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 Virtua Striker 3 ver. 2002, loose is €14.86 and CIB is €7.49 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
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