Minecraft: Wii U Edition
Nintendo Wii U · 2015
About this game
This game is an updated version of the classic Minecraft , for Xbox One and PS4.
The core concept is identical.
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Set in a block world and played from a first-person perspective, players are free to explore, kill, craft and build.
It is either played in the creative mode, with no dangers or limitations, or in the survival mode where enemies come out and can kill you and your creations.
This version of the game supports worlds (usually randomly generated) that are much larger than the previous console versions.
There is a tutorial island where the basics can be practiced and pop-ins also appear with helpful explanations.
The game supports split-screen for two or four players, and online games to up to eight.
When creating a game it is possible to make it available online, or invite only.
For both platforms there is a large amount of DLC with skin and texture packs.
About Nintendo Wii U
The Wii U (2012) was commercially Nintendo's least successful home console, hampered by market confusion over whether the GamePad tablet controller was a new device or a Wii accessory. Its low sales mean smaller overall print runs across the board, and several first-party and indie darlings have already become noticeably pricier than their commercial performance would suggest, since there are simply fewer copies in circulation.
Gamevaro tracks Minecraft: Wii U Edition for Nintendo Wii U 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 Minecraft: Wii U Edition 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 WIU release dates back to 2015.
Market values by condition
PAL
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-12 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-U | €13.12 |
| 2026-07-12 | Loose / Item only | PAL | €15.90 |
| 2026-07-12 | Boxed (CIB) | NTSC-U | €14.86 |
| 2026-07-12 | Sealed / New | NTSC-U | €37.17 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Only a handful of market sales have been tracked for Minecraft: Wii U Edition, suggesting it doesn't trade hands very often — a sign of relative scarcity compared to more common Nintendo Wii U titles.
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 Minecraft: Wii U Edition worth?
Minecraft: Wii U Edition for Nintendo Wii U is currently worth €15.90 loose. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Minecraft: Wii U Edition rare?
Minecraft: Wii U Edition has only a handful of tracked market sales, suggesting relative scarcity compared to more common Nintendo Wii U titles.
What's the difference between loose, CIB and sealed for Minecraft: Wii U Edition?
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.
Is Minecraft: Wii U Edition worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Minecraft: Wii U Edition is currently worth €15.90 loose, versus €13.12 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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