Scribblenauts Unlimited Special Edition
Nintendo 3DS · 2012
About this game
Scribblenauts is a side-scrolling action game based on puzzles.
The goal is to have the character Maxwell overcome obstacles by summoning objects based on a dictionary of more than 20.000 words, partly based on the concept of the real-life game Mad Libs .
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This is done by writing an object's name on the touchscreen, letter by letter.
When the word is recognized, the object spawns in the world, where it can be manipulated or act on its own.
This leads to an endless amount of possibilities to progress through the game.
For instance, when an item needs to be retrieved from a tree, you could summon a ladder to get it out, a football to hit it, or just a helicopter or an albatross to fly over there.
There are also more bizarre examples, such as summoning a time machine, going back in time to fetch a dinosaur egg, make it hatch and then use it in the future to defeat an army of robot zombies.
The list also includes weapons, historical people, and even references to popular cultures and internet memes.
Profanity and trademarked objects are not recognized.
There is also a spelling checker included to offer suggestions.
This game is a logical sequel to the gameplay mechanics of Drawn to Life , an earlier title by 5TH Cell , relying on the same concept of emergent gameplay , where the actual game is more of a toolbox, shaped through the player's interaction and different in each session.
During the game Maxwell needs to collect starites.
To do this, two to four objects are often summoned at the same time.
There are general, slow puzzle levels, but also faster action levels filled with enemies, platforms, switches and traps.
Often, the summoned objects and characters need to interact with each other.
Players can earn "merits" for not using weapons in a level for instance and finding a more creative approach.
When a level is completed, a silver star is awarded and the Free Play mode for the level is unlocked.
When the level is then completed three more times, using a different a
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 Scribblenauts Unlimited Special Edition 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.
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Market values by condition
PAL
NTSC-U
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €48.99 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €30.62 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €122.48 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €183.73 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €202.10 |
| 2026-07-11 | Item only | NTSC-U | €109.75 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €183.65 |
| 2026-07-10 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €30.61 |
| 2026-07-10 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €202.01 |
| 2026-07-10 | Loose / Item only | PAL | €244.96 |
| 2026-07-10 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €122.43 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €48.97 |
| 2026-06-18 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €60.03 |
| 2026-06-18 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €37.52 |
| 2026-06-18 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €181.13 |
| 2026-06-18 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €199.24 |
| 2026-06-18 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €120.75 |
| 2026-06-17 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €225.12 |
| 2026-06-17 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €60.03 |
| 2026-06-17 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €247.63 |
| 2026-06-17 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €37.52 |
| 2026-06-17 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €150.08 |
| 2026-06-15 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €150.43 |
| 2026-06-15 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €225.64 |
| 2026-06-15 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €248.21 |
| 2026-06-15 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €37.61 |
| 2026-06-15 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €60.17 |
| 2026-06-13 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €150.43 |
| 2026-06-13 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €248.21 |
| 2026-06-13 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €225.64 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Only a handful of market sales have been tracked for Scribblenauts Unlimited Special Edition, 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 Scribblenauts Unlimited Special Edition worth?
Scribblenauts Unlimited Special Edition for Nintendo 3DS is currently worth €244.96 loose. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Scribblenauts Unlimited Special Edition rare?
Scribblenauts Unlimited Special Edition 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 Scribblenauts Unlimited Special Edition?
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 Scribblenauts Unlimited Special Edition worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Scribblenauts Unlimited Special Edition is currently worth €244.96 loose, versus €109.75 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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