Action Bass
PlayStation · 2000
About this game
Action Bass is an arcade-type fishing game that emphasizes the action of trying to catch a big fish, and the struggle of reeling it in without it getting away.
The game features two game modes, which are Challenge and Free mode.
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In the challenge mode, players compete in a tournament where they are given three minutes to catch a fish large enough to meet the weight requirement, and this fish must also weigh enough to place within the top three of all the competitor fisherman's catches in order for the player to move on the next fishing area.
The skilled fisherman who can complete the challenge mode, will be able to unlock new fishing lures and fishing areas.
In the free mode, players are free to choose from four different fishing areas to practice in, with no competition or time limit to worry about.
The fishing areas include fishing by the boathouse, fishing in a jungle setting, fishing by a waterfall which makes the water cloudy, and fishing while the sun is setting.
When the player starts fishing, they must first choose a lure.
Some of the lures include the minnow, popper, and pencil bait which each have their own characteristics.
Once the line is cast, a lure action meter appears and the player has to fill it in order to attract the fish.
Once the fish gets attracted and gets caught on the line, a line tension meter appears.
The player has to be careful while reeling in the fish, to not let this meter fill, or else the line will snap and the fish will be lost.
The player also gets to keep their 5 biggest catches alive in their aquarium.
About PlayStation
The original PlayStation (1994) brought CD-based gaming and 3D graphics to the mainstream, ending Nintendo's console dominance of the previous two generations. It's now firmly in "retro collecting" territory: original jewel cases with intact manuals command a real premium over disc-only copies, and several RPGs from its later years (when Sony deliberately courted the genre) are among the most expensive commonly-collected games from the era.
Gamevaro tracks Action Bass for PlayStation 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
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €8.64 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | PAL | €4.82 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | NTSC-U | €2.85 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €1.75 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | PAL | €2.65 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €0.72 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | PAL | €12.25 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €4.23 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | PAL | €13.47 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €35.00 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | PAL | €1.21 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | PAL | €1.92 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €1.75 |
| 2026-07-10 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €4.22 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | PAL | €1.92 |
| 2026-07-10 | Graded New | PAL | €13.47 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | PAL | €2.65 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | NTSC-U | €2.85 |
| 2026-07-10 | Manual Only | PAL | €1.21 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €8.63 |
| 2026-07-10 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €34.98 |
| 2026-07-10 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €0.72 |
| 2026-07-10 | Complete in Box | PAL | €4.82 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | PAL | €12.24 |
| 2026-07-06 | Item only | NTSC-U | €5.23 |
| 2026-07-06 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €8.44 |
| 2026-07-06 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €11.77 |
| 2026-07-05 | Complete in Box | PAL | €8.19 |
| 2026-07-05 | New (sealed) | PAL | €21.11 |
| 2026-07-05 | Item only | PAL | €6.34 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Action Bass 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 Action Bass worth?
Action Bass for PlayStation is currently worth €6.34 loose, €4.82 complete in box, and €12.25 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Action Bass rare?
Action Bass 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 Action Bass?
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 Action Bass, loose is €6.34 and CIB is €4.82 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
Is Action Bass worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Action Bass is currently worth €6.34 loose, versus €5.23 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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