Sonic Unleashed [Essentials] (PAL)

PlayStation 3 · 2008

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About this game

In this version of Sonic Unleashed Eggman manages to defeat Sonic, using the tremendous power of the Chaos Emeralds to entrap him.

The sheer force of the attack had also broken down the planet into pieces, and released the mysterious dark creature called Dark Gaia from within the depths.

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Eggman then leaves Sonic trapped along on the broken planet, along with the now-drained Chaos Emeralds.

It is now up to Sonic to retrieve and recharge the drained Chaos Emeralds, save the planet, recapture Dark Gaia, and defeat Eggman for good.

The game features both daytime levels, which focuses on Sonic's overdrive speed, and nighttime levels, which are more combat-focused, as Sonic transforms into a fearsome-looking yet powerful Werehog beast, as a side-effect of the Chaos Emerald attack he had suffered from.

The PS2 and Wii versions feature an almost completely new mix of levels as well as a different game engine.

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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 Unleashed [Essentials] (PAL) 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

€23.55

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NTSC-U

Loose / Item only

€49.52

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NTSC-J

Loose / Item only

€49.42

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Recent sales

Date	Type	Region	Price	Source
2026-07-08	Loose / Item only	PAL	€23.55	eBay DE
2026-07-03	Loose / Item only	NTSC-U	€49.52	eBay US
2026-07-02	Loose / Item only	NTSC-J	€49.42	eBay US

Market insights

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PAL is 110% cheaper

The PAL version (€23.55) is significantly cheaper than NTSC-U (€49.52) loose.

Rarity & condition

Only a handful of market sales have been tracked for Sonic Unleashed [Essentials] (PAL), 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 Unleashed [Essentials] (PAL) worth?

Sonic Unleashed [Essentials] (PAL) for PlayStation 3 is currently worth €23.55 loose. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.

Is Sonic Unleashed [Essentials] (PAL) rare?

Sonic Unleashed [Essentials] (PAL) 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 Unleashed [Essentials] (PAL)?

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 Unleashed [Essentials] (PAL) worth more in PAL or NTSC?

The PAL version of Sonic Unleashed [Essentials] (PAL) is currently worth €23.55 loose, versus €49.52 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.