Monopoly
Sega Genesis · 1992
About this game
From Sculptured Software comes an adaptation of the classic board game Monopoly for the dominating console systems of the early 90s (later also ported to Game Boy Color).
The game can be played by up to eight players (only four in the Game Boy versions).
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Any number of positions can be taken over by computer opponents.
The game comes with eight different opponents, which are selected from a portrait gallery (8- and 16-bit versions feature different names and portraits).
It is possible to set up a time limit for a game, and also to customize the game.
Amount of starting money, owned properties, houses and hotels can be set for any player before starting.
The game also comes with a number of preset scenarios with varied starting parameters.
The 8-bit versions have eight scenarios, the 16-bit versions add another four.
The Game Boy versions also feature the scenarios, but don't have the customization option.
During gameplay, the board is seen from the top.
Moving tokens are displayed in a special animation in the center of the board, as is a hand throwing the dice.
Auctions and trades take place on special screens, with the 16-bit versions being more elaborately animated and illustrated.
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 Monopoly 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-14 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €8.85 |
| 2026-07-14 | Item only | NTSC-U | €7.87 |
| 2026-07-14 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €43.74 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | NTSC-U | €3.12 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €2.94 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €24.21 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €437.45 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €4.15 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €4.15 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €4.15 |
| 2026-07-10 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €437.25 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | NTSC-U | €3.12 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €24.20 |
| 2026-07-10 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €4.15 |
| 2026-07-10 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €2.94 |
| 2026-06-18 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €23.71 |
| 2026-06-18 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €431.26 |
| 2026-06-18 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €6.25 |
| 2026-06-18 | Item only | NTSC-U | €3.92 |
| 2026-06-18 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €7.97 |
| 2026-06-18 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €2.90 |
| 2026-06-17 | Item only | NTSC-U | €3.92 |
| 2026-06-17 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €23.71 |
| 2026-06-17 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €2.90 |
| 2026-06-17 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €431.26 |
| 2026-06-17 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €6.25 |
| 2026-06-17 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €7.97 |
| 2026-06-15 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €23.77 |
| 2026-06-15 | Item only | NTSC-U | €3.92 |
| 2026-06-15 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €432.26 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Monopoly 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 Monopoly worth?
Monopoly for Sega Genesis is currently worth €7.87 loose, €4.15 complete in box, and €24.21 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Monopoly rare?
Monopoly 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 Monopoly?
Loose means cartridge or disc only, CIB (complete in box) includes the original box and manual, and sealed means factory-sealed and never opened. For Monopoly, loose is €7.87 and CIB is €4.15 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
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