Pocket Fighter
PlayStation · 1998
About this game
Pocket Fighter is a single-player and multiplayer 2D fighting game.
It features characters from Capcom’s major series, such as Street Fighter and Darkstalkers , reimagined in super-deformed chibi style.
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There is no overarching story tying the roster together, but each fighter has short humorous cutscenes and rival interactions that parody their parent franchises.
Players step into the role of one of these pint-sized brawlers and fight through a series of matches filled with slapstick comedy and exaggerated transformations.
Combat uses simplified controls compared to traditional fighting games.
Instead of complex inputs, most attacks are mapped to straightforward button presses, making the game accessible to casual players.
Standard punches and kicks can be chained into combo strings, which often trigger comedic costume changes or visual gags.
These transformations briefly dress characters in outfits drawn from other Capcom games before delivering their next strike, emphasizing the parody style.
A central mechanic is the collection of colored gems.
When a character is struck, gems spill out onto the stage, which can then be picked up by either player.
Each color corresponds to a different attack type - red for punches, blue for kicks, and yellow for special moves.
Gathering gems upgrades those categories, increasing both the power and variety of available techniques.
The gem system introduces a layer of strategy, as managing offense and defense directly impacts a character’s move set during the match.
Super moves and special abilities play a large role.
Each character retains signature attacks from their original series, though presented in exaggerated fashion.
For example, Ryu still throws Hadokens, but with over-the-top animations, while Morrigan’s attacks are delivered with comedic flourishes.
Characters also have unique “Flash Combo” sequences, which are extended chains that automatically launch when the player performs a specific input, often accompanied by elab
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 Pocket Fighter 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
NTSC-J
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €11.01 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €12.25 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €122.48 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | PAL | €13.11 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | NTSC-J | €14.00 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €21.78 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | NTSC-U | €17.49 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €73.26 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | PAL | €52.41 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | PAL | €150.13 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | PAL | €32.93 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €34.40 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | NTSC-J | €27.47 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €78.92 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | PAL | €20.96 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €71.74 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | PAL | €136.48 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €6.88 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €71.71 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | PAL | €32.92 |
| 2026-07-10 | Manual Only | PAL | €13.10 |
| 2026-07-10 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €34.39 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €11.00 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | PAL | €136.42 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €73.23 |
| 2026-07-10 | Graded New | PAL | €150.07 |
| 2026-07-10 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €78.88 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | PAL | €20.95 |
| 2026-07-10 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €6.87 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | NTSC-U | €17.48 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Pocket Fighter 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 Pocket Fighter worth?
Pocket Fighter for PlayStation is currently worth €37.02 loose, €52.41 complete in box, and €136.48 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Pocket Fighter rare?
Pocket Fighter 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 Pocket Fighter?
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 Pocket Fighter, loose is €37.02 and CIB is €52.41 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
Is Pocket Fighter worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Pocket Fighter is currently worth €37.02 loose, versus €27.64 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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