3D Dot Game Heroes
PlayStation 3 · 2009
About this game
Long, long ago, in the kingdom of Dotnia, an evil king plunged the world into an age of darkness.
But, from the shadows emerged a hero, who with the help of six sages, trapped him in the powerful Dark Orb.
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Dotnia celebrated, and many people came to visit, ensuring a prosperous time.
But, over the years, the visitors waned. "People are no longer interested in 2D," exclaimed the king. "It's time to make the move to 3D!" And so the kingdom of Dotnia became 3D... but now, the princess has disappeared, and monsters have begun to overrun the kingdom.
Could the evil king be returning? 3D Dot Game Heroes is an action game with light role-playing elements, heavily inspired by the original Legend of Zelda .
As with the Zelda series, the player character doesn't actually 'level up' through gaining experience, but instead discovers items which make them more powerful or allow them to access new areas, such as a boomerang which lets you hit faraway switches and bombs which can destroy rocks that block your path.
There are six temples which must be found, as these contain the sages who can help seal away the evil king and rescue the kingdom.
The player can also find more powerful swords as they progress through the game.
When the player's health is full and they swing their sword, the sword quadruples in size, annihilating anything in its path.
If the player is hurt, then their sword only swings at its normal size.
The player can visit a blacksmith to forge the sword and add to its length, width, power and more.
The game also allows players to create their own custom characters with the game's easy-to-use character editor.
About PlayStation 3
Released in 2006, the PlayStation 3 had a rocky start thanks to its high launch price but became known for its exclusive franchises and Blu-ray drive, which doubled as an early home theater upgrade for many households. PS3 collecting is still relatively young — most titles are inexpensive — but the console's digital PSN storefront closure risk has pushed more collectors toward physical copies specifically to preserve access.
Gamevaro tracks 3D Dot Game Heroes for PlayStation 3 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 | €8.94 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €13.38 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €94.06 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | PAL | €50.79 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | NTSC-J | €22.12 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €16.82 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | NTSC-U | €35.07 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €71.69 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | PAL | €23.77 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | PAL | €116.33 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | PAL | €50.54 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | NTSC-J | €21.87 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €58.57 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €36.57 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | PAL | €20.34 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €33.25 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | PAL | €105.75 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €5.59 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €33.23 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | PAL | €50.52 |
| 2026-07-10 | Manual Only | PAL | €23.76 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €8.80 |
| 2026-07-10 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €58.54 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €71.66 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | PAL | €105.70 |
| 2026-07-10 | Graded New | PAL | €116.27 |
| 2026-07-10 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €36.55 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | PAL | €20.33 |
| 2026-07-10 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €5.50 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | NTSC-U | €35.06 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
3D Dot Game Heroes 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 3D Dot Game Heroes worth?
3D Dot Game Heroes for PlayStation 3 is currently worth €79.36 loose, €50.79 complete in box, and €105.75 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is 3D Dot Game Heroes rare?
3D Dot Game Heroes 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 3D Dot Game Heroes?
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 3D Dot Game Heroes, loose is €79.36 and CIB is €50.79 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
Is 3D Dot Game Heroes worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of 3D Dot Game Heroes is currently worth €79.36 loose, versus €43.36 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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