Genji: Dawn of the Samurai
PlayStation 2 · 2005
About this game
Genji: Dawn of the Samurai is a third-person action role-playing game (RPG) set in medieval Japan around the 12th century.
At the time, a clan called the Heishi has conquered most of Japan through supernatural means.
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These means refer to magical stones called the Amahagane which bring supernatural powers (called the Kamui) to the wearers.
The hero of this saga is a young man called Yoshitsune, a samurai who also possesses an Amahagane.
The game starts when young Yoshitsune is attacked by the Heishi as they are searching for other Amahagane stones.
The fate of the world depends on those who controls these magical stones and at that moment, the Heishi seem invincible as they posses most Amahagane.
Later in the story, the player acquire a second hero, the giant warrior monk Benkei, who also owns an Amahagane.
The story then revolves around the struggles of these two unlikely heroes against the tyranny of the Heishi clan.
Gameplay is standard click-and-slash action.
The player may either control Yoshitsune or Benkei in alternating turns.
The unique side of this game is the use of the Amahagane, enabling the player unleash powerful blows at the enemy, particularly useful against multiple foes.
The more powerful the Amahagane, the slower enemies become when the Amahagane is activated.
Timing is of the essence as the player must attack at the exact moment indicated by the game or the move will fail.
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 Genji: Dawn of the Samurai 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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Market values by condition
NTSC-U
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €11.26 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €43.74 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €26.24 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €4.30 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | NTSC-U | €7.48 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €6.32 |
| 2026-07-10 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €43.73 |
| 2026-07-10 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €4.33 |
| 2026-07-10 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €9.60 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | NTSC-U | €7.56 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €6.31 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €26.23 |
| 2026-06-30 | Boxed (CIB) | PAL | €19.06 |
| 2026-06-30 | Loose / Item only | PAL | €15.86 |
| 2026-06-30 | Sealed / New | NTSC-J | €30.64 |
| 2026-06-30 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €15.77 |
| 2026-06-30 | Sealed / New | PAL | €36.97 |
| 2026-06-30 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €30.64 |
| 2026-06-30 | Item only | NTSC-U | €12.26 |
| 2026-06-30 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-J | €12.46 |
| 2026-06-30 | Boxed (CIB) | NTSC-J | €15.77 |
| 2026-06-18 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €43.13 |
| 2026-06-18 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €6.23 |
| 2026-06-18 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €23.97 |
| 2026-06-18 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €11.97 |
| 2026-06-18 | Item only | NTSC-U | €10.04 |
| 2026-06-18 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €4.27 |
| 2026-06-17 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €43.13 |
| 2026-06-17 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €23.97 |
| 2026-06-17 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €11.97 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Only a handful of market sales have been tracked for Genji: Dawn of the Samurai, suggesting it doesn't trade hands very often — a sign of relative scarcity compared to more common PlayStation 2 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 Genji: Dawn of the Samurai worth?
Genji: Dawn of the Samurai for PlayStation 2 is currently worth €15.86 loose, €19.06 complete in box, and €36.97 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Genji: Dawn of the Samurai rare?
Genji: Dawn of the Samurai has only a handful of tracked market sales, suggesting relative scarcity compared to more common PlayStation 2 titles.
What's the difference between loose, CIB and sealed for Genji: Dawn of the Samurai?
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 Genji: Dawn of the Samurai, loose is €15.86 and CIB is €19.06 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
Is Genji: Dawn of the Samurai worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Genji: Dawn of the Samurai is currently worth €15.86 loose, versus €12.26 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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