Sonic & Knuckles
PlayStation 3 · 1994
About this game
Sonic and Knuckles continues the story directly from where Sonic the Hedgehog 3 left off.
The explosion from the Death Egg sends Sonic flying deep into Floating Island's Mushroom Hills.
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Sonic knows of the Master Emerald hidden somewhere on Floating Island, and is sure that Dr.
Robotnik wants it to give his Death Egg limitless power.
Knuckles probably knows where it is - but can Sonic stop Robotnik's plans and find the Master Emerald all while fighting off Knuckles? Meanwhile, Knuckles is guarding Floating Island when he's attacked by one of Robotnik's robots! He quickly begins a chase for revenge.
Sonic & Knuckles is the fourth game in the Sonic series.
It retains the same basic features as in the previous Sonic games (speed, rings for protection, Special Stages with Chaos Emeralds) as well as the three different shield types introduced in Sonic 3 (Fire, Water and Electric).
Players can select either of the two title characters for play - either Sonic, or the all-new Knuckles the Echidna.
Knuckles cannot jump as high as Sonic, but he can glide by holding the jump button while in the air.
If you glide into a wall, Knuckles will also be able to climb it.
He can also break through walls that Sonic can't.
With these abilities, Knuckles can access different areas from Sonic, making for each level an entirely new experience.
Unlike Sonic 3 , Sonic & Knuckles features three bonus stages - two are available by jumping into the lamppost checkpoint stars (as in Sonic the Hedgehog 2 .
These stages give you the chance to earn bonus rings, lives and power-ups.
The first is a Casino-themed level where you can jump into a slot machine and earn (or lose!) rings.
The second is a more skill-based level where you must time your jumps off orbs to launch higher and collect bonuses.
If you hit the barrier at the bottom of the stage, it ends.
The other type of bonus stage is the "Special Stage" seen in Sonic 3 , which, as previously, can be accessed by jumping into giant rings hid
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 & Knuckles 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
NTSC-U
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Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-03 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-J | €15.80 |
| 2026-07-02 | Loose / Item only | PAL | €13.95 |
| 2026-07-02 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-U | €14.22 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Only a handful of market sales have been tracked for Sonic & Knuckles, 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 & Knuckles worth?
Sonic & Knuckles for PlayStation 3 is currently worth €13.95 loose. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Sonic & Knuckles rare?
Sonic & Knuckles 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 & Knuckles?
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 & Knuckles worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Sonic & Knuckles is currently worth €13.95 loose, versus €14.22 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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