Sonic CD

PlayStation 3 · 2011

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About this game

Rather than a straight port or an emulated title, this version of the 1993 Sonic CD game is a completely redone version for modern platforms and based on a fanmade Retro engine.

The original version was released for the SEGA CD and later also ported to Windows.

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This version supports a whole host of more modern platforms as well as a complete re-release for the Windows platform.

It has many changes and additions, such as true 16:9 aspect ratio (instead of stretched 4:3 like the ports of other Sonic games), the choice between both the Japanese/European and American soundtracks, a constant framerate of 60 frames per second, several bugfixes, an option to select between the original CD's Spin Dash or the Sonic 2 Spin Dash and the inclusion of Tails (with his Sonic 3 abilities) as an unlockable character.

The game adds leaderboards for the Single Player and Time Attack modes.

It also regains the original game's extra modes, the D.A.

Garden and Visual Mode, and also includes the Sound Test and Stage Select modes as unlockables, unlike the original in which you had to input a cheat code to enter them.

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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 Sonic CD 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

PAL

Loose / Item only

€11.88

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NTSC-U

Loose / Item only

€11.50

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Recent sales

Date	Type	Region	Price	Source
2026-07-03	Loose / Item only	NTSC-U	€11.50	eBay US
2026-07-03	Loose / Item only	PAL	€11.88	eBay NL

Market insights

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PAL & NTSC-U similarly priced

Both versions trade at similar prices — PAL €11.88 vs NTSC-U €11.50 loose.

Rarity & condition

Only a handful of market sales have been tracked for Sonic CD, 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 Sonic CD worth?

Sonic CD for PlayStation 3 is currently worth €11.88 loose. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.

Is Sonic CD rare?

Sonic CD 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 Sonic CD?

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 Sonic CD worth more in PAL or NTSC?

The PAL version of Sonic CD is currently worth €11.88 loose, versus €11.50 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.