Paperboy
Sega Genesis · 1985
About this game
Paperboy returns in this game with the same objectives as last time but with a new retro-3D look.
As the paperboy the player must deliver a newspaper to each of their subscribers.
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The more papers the player delivers in the least amount of time, the better the chances of signing more subscribers.
For each street, the player has a maximum number of subscribers that they need to sign-up before they can move onto the next, more challenging street (aka, the next level).
Each street includes objects that will get in the player's way (such as dogs, fire hydrants, etc.) as well as bonus objectives.
Collecting three coins by knocking down people and items on the street will take the player to bonus levels, for instance, ranging from obstacle courses to catching fire flies.
The player can win extra subscribers by completing these bonus levels.
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 Paperboy 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
PAL
NTSC-U
NTSC-J
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-14 | Complete in Box | NTSC-J | €34.99 |
| 2026-07-14 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €34.99 |
| 2026-07-14 | Item only | NTSC-J | €16.61 |
| 2026-07-14 | Item only | NTSC-U | €16.61 |
| 2026-07-13 | Item only | PAL | €20.94 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €28.65 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | NTSC-U | €10.76 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | PAL | €92.74 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | PAL | €14.86 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €240.53 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | NTSC-J | €34.12 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €209.97 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €7.13 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | PAL | €13.64 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €230.96 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | PAL | €9.50 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | PAL | €102.01 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | NTSC-J | €157.48 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €25.81 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €117.02 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | PAL | €37.13 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €45.84 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €5.07 |
| 2026-07-10 | Manual Only | PAL | €9.50 |
| 2026-07-10 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €28.64 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | PAL | €13.63 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €45.82 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | PAL | €92.70 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €209.87 |
| 2026-07-10 | Complete in Box | PAL | €37.11 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Paperboy 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 Paperboy worth?
Paperboy for Sega Genesis is currently worth €20.94 loose, €37.13 complete in box, and €92.74 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Paperboy rare?
Paperboy 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 Paperboy?
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 Paperboy, loose is €20.94 and CIB is €37.13 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
Is Paperboy worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Paperboy is currently worth €20.94 loose, versus €16.61 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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