Detonator
PlayStation 2 · 2002
About this game
Detonator is a puzzle game in which the player must destroy buildings with dynamite.
It has three game modes:* The Main Game: This is a single player game with four modes, each mode has five buildings to demolish with different buildings use different kinds of explosive.
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Challenge mode: a single player game in which the player must demolish ninety-nine stages within the constraints of time and limited dynamite Battle mode: This is the two player option in which players compete to demolish four buildings as quickly as possible, this is made more difficult as the losing player can restart the winning player's game map thus slowing them down Each building consists of a series of maps or stages in which the player must place and detonate blocks of dynamite.
On the left of the screen is a menu showing the shapes of charge available, the player can scroll up/down this list with the SQUARE & CIRCLE buttons.
Once a charge type has been selected the player places it in position with the D-PAD buttons using the R1 button to rotate where necessary, they then use the CROSS button to detonate the charge.
All blocks within the stage that are covered by the charge are damaged as are all blocks that are adjacent to both the charge on one side and another damaged block on the other.
The object being to damage all the blocks with the amount of dynamite and turns specified for the stage.
When all stages in a building have been completed the player is treated to a video sequence of the demolition and the next building is unlocked.
About PlayStation 2
The PlayStation 2 (2000) is the best-selling game console in history, with a library exceeding 9,000 titles that spans everything from budget shovelware to genre-defining classics. That massive volume means PS2 collecting is accessible and affordable overall, but a handful of low-print-run RPGs and cult titles have become genuinely expensive — a common pattern once a console's original audience grows up with disposable income.
Gamevaro tracks Detonator for PlayStation 2 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 | Complete in Box | PAL | €4.58 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | PAL | €1.13 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | PAL | €1.80 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | PAL | €10.45 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | PAL | €4.50 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | PAL | €9.49 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | PAL | €9.49 |
| 2026-07-10 | Complete in Box | PAL | €4.57 |
| 2026-07-10 | Manual Only | PAL | €1.13 |
| 2026-07-10 | Graded New | PAL | €10.44 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | PAL | €1.80 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | PAL | €4.49 |
| 2026-07-01 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-U | €17.94 |
| 2026-06-29 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-J | €17.53 |
| 2026-06-28 | Item only | PAL | €20.73 |
| 2026-06-18 | Box Only | PAL | €1.78 |
| 2026-06-18 | Manual Only | PAL | €1.11 |
| 2026-06-18 | Complete in Box | PAL | €4.43 |
| 2026-06-18 | Graded New | PAL | €10.30 |
| 2026-06-18 | Item only | PAL | €3.79 |
| 2026-06-18 | New (sealed) | PAL | €9.36 |
| 2026-06-08 | Box Only | PAL | €1.77 |
| 2026-06-08 | Manual Only | PAL | €1.11 |
| 2026-06-08 | Item only | PAL | €3.84 |
| 2026-06-08 | New (sealed) | PAL | €9.32 |
| 2026-06-08 | Graded New | PAL | €10.26 |
| 2026-06-08 | Complete in Box | PAL | €4.42 |
| 2026-05-17 | Box Only | PAL | €1.76 |
| 2026-05-17 | Graded New | PAL | €10.26 |
| 2026-05-17 | Complete in Box | PAL | €4.40 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Detonator 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 Detonator worth?
Detonator for PlayStation 2 is currently worth €20.73 loose, €4.58 complete in box, and €9.49 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Detonator rare?
Detonator 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 Detonator?
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 Detonator, loose is €20.73 and CIB is €4.58 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
Is Detonator worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Detonator is currently worth €20.73 loose, versus €17.94 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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