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Columns [Cardboard Box]
Sega Genesis · 1990
About this game
Columns is loosely derived from Tetris , as it involves arranging falling blocks in such a way as to clear them.
However, in columns they are groups of 3 same-size but varying color blocks, which must be arranged into sequences of 3 or more, either horizontally, vertically or diagonally.
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Sequences of 4 or 5 count for double or triple points, and diagonal sequences score the most.
The real trick is to set up 'combos' - where one line causes other blocks to drop so as to create other lines.
As well as the normal game mode, there is also a 'flash' mode, in which the aim is simply to remove a particular block from the base of the pre-formed pile of bricks.
The difficulty of this can be determined by increasing the number of complete rows which are already in place.
About Sega Genesis
Known as the Mega Drive outside North America, the Sega Genesis (1988/1989) was Sega's most successful console and Sonic the Hedgehog's original home, fueling the "console wars" era against Nintendo's SNES. Genesis cartridge collecting is well-established: common sports and platformer titles are affordable, while sports-license and later-era games with smaller print runs can carry a meaningful premium.
Gamevaro tracks Columns [Cardboard Box] for Sega Genesis 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
NTSC-U
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €24.48 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €15.30 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | NTSC-U | €59.46 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €168.42 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €61.20 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €153.11 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €153.04 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | NTSC-U | €59.43 |
| 2026-07-10 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €168.34 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €24.47 |
| 2026-07-10 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €61.17 |
| 2026-07-10 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €15.30 |
| 2026-06-18 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €150.94 |
| 2026-06-18 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €166.03 |
| 2026-06-18 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €15.09 |
| 2026-06-18 | Item only | NTSC-U | €58.62 |
| 2026-06-18 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €24.13 |
| 2026-06-18 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €60.33 |
| 2026-06-17 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €150.94 |
| 2026-06-17 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €15.09 |
| 2026-06-17 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €166.03 |
| 2026-06-17 | Item only | NTSC-U | €58.62 |
| 2026-06-17 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €24.13 |
| 2026-06-17 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €60.33 |
| 2026-06-15 | Item only | NTSC-U | €58.75 |
| 2026-06-15 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €151.29 |
| 2026-06-15 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €24.19 |
| 2026-06-15 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €166.42 |
| 2026-06-15 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €60.47 |
| 2026-06-15 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €15.12 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Columns [Cardboard Box] 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 Columns [Cardboard Box] worth?
Gamevaro hasn't tracked a market sale for Columns [Cardboard Box] (Sega Genesis) yet, so no current value is available. Prices are sourced from real marketplace sales, and this page will update automatically once sales data comes in.
Is Columns [Cardboard Box] rare?
Columns [Cardboard Box] 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 Columns [Cardboard Box]?
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.
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