Hop Step Idol
Sega Saturn · 1997
About this game
Hop Step Idol * is a otome game, published by Media Entertainment, which was released in Japan in 1997 for the Sega Saturn.
About Sega Saturn
The Sega Saturn (1994/1995) struggled commercially against the PlayStation despite strong 2D capabilities and a library beloved by shoot-'em-up and RPG fans. Its relatively low sales translated directly into low print runs for many games, making the Saturn one of the more expensive retro platforms to collect completely — several titles now sell for hundreds of euros in good condition.
Gamevaro tracks Hop Step Idol for Sega Saturn 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.
Adding Hop Step Idol to a Gamevaro collection takes seconds — search by title or scan the box barcode, and the app fills in cover art, release details and current pricing automatically. This SAT release dates back to 1997.
Price history
Market values by condition
NTSC-J
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-14 | Item only | NTSC-J | €24.07 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | NTSC-J | €2.58 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €11.37 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €1.63 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €12.51 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | NTSC-J | €6.50 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €2.60 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €11.37 |
| 2026-07-10 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €1.63 |
| 2026-07-10 | Complete in Box | NTSC-J | €6.50 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | NTSC-J | €2.58 |
| 2026-07-10 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €12.51 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €2.60 |
| 2026-06-18 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €11.21 |
| 2026-06-18 | Item only | NTSC-J | €2.54 |
| 2026-06-18 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €2.56 |
| 2026-06-18 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €12.33 |
| 2026-06-18 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €1.60 |
| 2026-06-18 | Complete in Box | NTSC-J | €6.41 |
| 2026-06-08 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €12.29 |
| 2026-06-08 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €11.17 |
| 2026-06-08 | Item only | NTSC-J | €2.53 |
| 2026-06-08 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €1.60 |
| 2026-06-08 | Complete in Box | NTSC-J | €6.38 |
| 2026-06-08 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €2.55 |
| 2026-05-17 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €1.59 |
| 2026-05-17 | Item only | NTSC-J | €2.52 |
| 2026-05-17 | Complete in Box | NTSC-J | €6.36 |
| 2026-05-17 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €11.12 |
| 2026-05-17 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €12.24 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Hop Step Idol 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 Hop Step Idol worth?
Hop Step Idol for Sega Saturn is currently worth €24.07 loose, €6.50 complete in box, and €11.37 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Hop Step Idol rare?
Hop Step Idol 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 Hop Step Idol?
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 Hop Step Idol, loose is €24.07 and CIB is €6.50 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
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