Planet Laika
PlayStation · 1999
About this game
Planet Laika is a role-playing game where the player controls the titular character, Laika, who is part of an expedition to Mars, in order to discover the truth about rumors that have been going around, concerning the end of the world and the existence of a certain supernatural creature.
Laika has multiple-personality disorder, and when talking to other characters, the player will see an aura around them in one of three colors, each of which is associated with a personality type: yellow, for those who wish to attain physical beauty; red for people who are strong and violent; and finally blue, who are psychotic but very crafty individuals.
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Laika can absorb these auras, and therefore take on different personalities.
This happens by filling up a gauge each time the player absorbs one of the auras, and allowing transformation into one of the three types by visiting a mirror.
The game then uses these transformations to solve puzzles throughout, such as having Laika become “red” in order to lift heavy objects.
The battle system is somewhat akin to Pong , in that the player has to deflect enemy projectiles in order inflict damage himself, by using something called a Mind Core.
Battles only occur when Laika is transformed into one of the alter egos.
Like many RPGs of its day, Planet Laika uses 3D polygonal characters with 2D pre-rendered backgrounds, along with CG cutscenes.
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 Planet Laika 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
NTSC-J
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | NTSC-J | €48.32 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €12.08 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €154.44 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €19.33 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €169.88 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | NTSC-J | €43.93 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €154.37 |
| 2026-07-10 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €12.08 |
| 2026-07-10 | Complete in Box | NTSC-J | €48.30 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | NTSC-J | €44.21 |
| 2026-07-10 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €169.80 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €19.32 |
| 2026-07-05 | Item only | NTSC-J | €55.25 |
| 2026-06-18 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €152.25 |
| 2026-06-18 | Item only | NTSC-J | €47.64 |
| 2026-06-18 | Complete in Box | NTSC-J | €49.16 |
| 2026-06-18 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €19.67 |
| 2026-06-18 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €167.47 |
| 2026-06-18 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €12.29 |
| 2026-06-08 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €166.81 |
| 2026-06-08 | Item only | NTSC-J | €47.45 |
| 2026-06-08 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €151.65 |
| 2026-06-08 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €12.24 |
| 2026-06-08 | Complete in Box | NTSC-J | €48.97 |
| 2026-06-08 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €19.59 |
| 2026-05-17 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €12.19 |
| 2026-05-17 | Item only | NTSC-J | €47.26 |
| 2026-05-17 | Complete in Box | NTSC-J | €48.78 |
| 2026-05-17 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €151.05 |
| 2026-05-17 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €166.16 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Planet Laika 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 Planet Laika worth?
Planet Laika for PlayStation is currently worth €55.25 loose, €48.32 complete in box, and €154.44 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Planet Laika rare?
Planet Laika 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 Planet Laika?
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 Planet Laika, loose is €55.25 and CIB is €48.32 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
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