Minecraft

Nintendo 3DS · 2009

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About this game

This game is an updated version of the classic Minecraft , for Xbox One and PS4.

The core concept is identical.

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Set in a block world and played from a first-person perspective, players are free to explore, kill, craft and build.

It is either played in the creative mode, with no dangers or limitations, or in the survival mode where enemies come out and can kill you and your creations.

This version of the game supports worlds (usually randomly generated) that are much larger than the previous console versions.

There is a tutorial island where the basics can be practiced and pop-ins also appear with helpful explanations.

The game supports split-screen for two or four players, and online games to up to eight.

When creating a game it is possible to make it available online, or invite only.

For both platforms there is a large amount of DLC with skin and texture packs.

Data by MobyGames.com

About Nintendo 3DS

The Nintendo 3DS (2011) added glasses-free stereoscopic 3D and a second analog input to Nintendo's handheld line, eventually building a library that rivaled the DS in size and quality. Because the eShop for digital purchases has since closed, physical 3DS cartridges are the only way to preserve access to many titles — a dynamic that's pushing more collectors toward cartridge-based copies even for games that were originally digital-first.

Gamevaro tracks Minecraft for Nintendo 3DS 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 Minecraft 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 3DS release dates back to 2009.

Market values by condition

PAL

Loose / Item only

€30.69

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NTSC-U

Loose / Item only

€26.24

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Sealed / New

€109.90

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NTSC-J

Loose / Item only

€26.31

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Sealed / New

€70.14

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Recent sales

Date	Type	Region	Price	Source
2026-07-11	Loose / Item only	PAL	€30.69	eBay NL
2026-07-11	Loose / Item only	NTSC-U	€26.24	eBay US
2026-07-11	Sealed / New	NTSC-U	€109.90	eBay US
2026-07-10	Loose / Item only	NTSC-J	€26.31	eBay US
2026-07-10	Sealed / New	NTSC-J	€70.14	eBay US

Market insights

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NTSC-U is 17% cheaper

The NTSC-U version (€26.24) is significantly cheaper than PAL (€30.69) loose.

Rarity & condition

Only a handful of market sales have been tracked for Minecraft, suggesting it doesn't trade hands very often — a sign of relative scarcity compared to more common Nintendo 3DS titles.

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 Minecraft worth?

Minecraft for Nintendo 3DS is currently worth €30.69 loose. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.

Is Minecraft rare?

Minecraft has only a handful of tracked market sales, suggesting relative scarcity compared to more common Nintendo 3DS titles.

What's the difference between loose, CIB and sealed for Minecraft?

Loose means cartridge or disc only, CIB (complete in box) includes the original box and manual, and sealed means factory-sealed and never opened. These are tracked as separate market values because the price gap between them can be significant, especially for older releases.

Is Minecraft worth more in PAL or NTSC?

The PAL version of Minecraft is currently worth €30.69 loose, versus €26.24 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.