Phantasy Star II
Sega Genesis · 1989
About this game
A millennium has passed since Alis defeated the ultimate evil in the first Phantasy Star .
The planet Motavia of the Algol solar system is no longer the antlion-plagued desert: humans have constructed a sentient computer called "Mother Brain", which could regulate the climate of the planet, turning it into a thriving utopia.
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One night, a young Motavian government agent named Rolf awakens in his bed after having a nightmare.
He sees a young girl fighting a demon, but he is unable to help her.
Shortly afterwards, he learns that dangerous bio-monsters have broken free from the laboratories, and is sent there to retrieve a recorder that might contain valuable information about the terrible incident...
Like its predecessor, the game is a party-based Japanese RPG with randomly appearing enemies and turn-based combat.
Eight characters can join the quest and can be swapped at will to participate in a combat party of four.
Characters can equip a wide variety of weapons, including firearms; dual wielding is also possible.
Various techniques which require "TP" (technique points, equivalent to magic points in comparable games) are learned by different characters at specific levels.
Unlike the first game, Phantasy Star II utilizes the same top-down view for both navigation and dungeon exploration; the now-2D dungeons are notable for their complexity.
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 Phantasy Star II 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 | Item only | PAL | €69.05 |
| 2026-07-14 | Item only | NTSC-J | €51.29 |
| 2026-07-13 | Item only | NTSC-U | €51.85 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €7.37 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | PAL | €244.97 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €11.79 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €31.50 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €4561.95 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | PAL | €98.08 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | PAL | €269.47 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | PAL | €41.46 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | PAL | €71.15 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €72.62 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | PAL | €23.92 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €28.79 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | NTSC-U | €31.59 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €81.18 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €202.97 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | NTSC-J | €13.99 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €79.88 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | NTSC-J | €28.88 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | NTSC-U | €31.58 |
| 2026-07-10 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €7.63 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €73.46 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | PAL | €41.44 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €12.21 |
| 2026-07-10 | Manual Only | PAL | €71.12 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | PAL | €23.91 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | NTSC-J | €13.98 |
| 2026-07-10 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €80.80 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Phantasy Star II 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 Phantasy Star II worth?
Phantasy Star II for Sega Genesis is currently worth €69.05 loose, €98.08 complete in box, and €244.97 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Phantasy Star II rare?
Phantasy Star II 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 Phantasy Star II?
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 Phantasy Star II, loose is €69.05 and CIB is €98.08 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
Is Phantasy Star II worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Phantasy Star II is currently worth €69.05 loose, versus €51.85 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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