Shadow of the Colossus (2011)
PlayStation 3 · 2011
About this game
In an ancient time long past, a young man travels to the ends of the Earth, a place that is said to be forbidden to enter.
He carries a young woman, who died from a terrible curse.
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He seeks the Dormin, a strange and God-like being that resides there.
The Dormin is surprised that the man carries an ancient and magical sword, and speaks to the man.
The man pleas for his help in bringing back the woman's cursed soul, however the being says it is the law of mortals that a dead soul cannot be brought back.
He does say though, that if the man is willing to accept some heavy consequences, that there might be a way to revive her.
But it will not be easy.
The hero must embark on a quest to slay the sixteen colossi, giant creatures that tower hundreds of feet above the Earth.
Using his ancient sword and his horse Agro, he must travel across the immense landscape seeking the colossi to save his love.
Taking the form of various animals or bipedal human-like creatures, these colossi are tough and fierce.
Their skin is tougher than leather, and the armor they wear is literally rock.
However, by using his ancient sword, the man can penetrate the weak spot on them and destroy the towering beings and free his love's soul.
Shadow of the Colossus is set in the same universe as ICO , and is a prequel to it.
The entire game is dedicated to locating and fighting the sixteen colossi, which must be faced and defeated in a particular order.
Finding the giant creatures is not always easy: the hero must mount his horse and ride through the world's vast landscapes, using his glowing sword as an indicator of the colossus' proximity.
There are no enemies or hazards in the game world outside of the colossi battles.
After a colossus has been found, a large-scale battle begins.
Most of the colossi are huge, and much of the challenge in the battles lies in climbing on top of these creatures and staying there, while they are trying to shake the player character off.
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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 Shadow of the Colossus (2011) 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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Market values by condition
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Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-03 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-J | €18.41 |
| 2026-07-02 | Loose / Item only | PAL | €24.98 |
| 2026-07-02 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-U | €18.00 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Only a handful of market sales have been tracked for Shadow of the Colossus (2011), suggesting it doesn't trade hands very often — a sign of relative scarcity compared to more common PlayStation 3 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 Shadow of the Colossus (2011) worth?
Shadow of the Colossus (2011) for PlayStation 3 is currently worth €24.98 loose. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Shadow of the Colossus (2011) rare?
Shadow of the Colossus (2011) has only a handful of tracked market sales, suggesting relative scarcity compared to more common PlayStation 3 titles.
What's the difference between loose, CIB and sealed for Shadow of the Colossus (2011)?
Loose means cartridge or disc only, CIB (complete in box) includes the original box and manual, and sealed means factory-sealed and never opened. These are tracked as separate market values because the price gap between them can be significant, especially for older releases.
Is Shadow of the Colossus (2011) worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Shadow of the Colossus (2011) is currently worth €24.98 loose, versus €18.00 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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