Skylanders: SWAP Force
Nintendo Wii U · 2013
About this game
This is the third iteration of Skylanders 's character Cynder , a female dragon who joined the Skylanders after being defeated by Spyro and freed from Malefor's grasp.
This Undead element figure is compatible with Skylanders: Swap Force as well as the previous games .
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Once placed on the Portal of Power, she can use her dark electricity breath and dash through enemies using her shadow form.
This leaves a trail that damages enemies.
This figure also has a new Series 3 Wow Pow and increased max level (now up to 20).
These Series 3 bonuses are not in effect in games prior to Swap Force Phantom Cynder was also available in a triple pack with Dune Bug and Knockout Terrafin .
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 Skylanders: SWAP Force 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.
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Price history
Market values by condition
PAL
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-13 | Complete in Box | PAL | €16.15 |
| 2026-07-13 | Item only | PAL | €13.73 |
| 2026-07-12 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-U | €11.36 |
| 2026-07-12 | Boxed (CIB) | NTSC-U | €13.67 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | PAL | €8.49 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | PAL | €20.85 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | PAL | €9.93 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | PAL | €10.93 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | PAL | €8.61 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | PAL | €5.38 |
| 2026-07-10 | Complete in Box | PAL | €20.84 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | PAL | €9.93 |
| 2026-07-10 | Manual Only | PAL | €5.38 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | PAL | €8.48 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | PAL | €8.61 |
| 2026-07-10 | Graded New | PAL | €10.92 |
| 2026-06-18 | Complete in Box | PAL | €22.20 |
| 2026-06-18 | New (sealed) | PAL | €11.75 |
| 2026-06-18 | Graded New | PAL | €12.92 |
| 2026-06-18 | Manual Only | PAL | €4.14 |
| 2026-06-18 | Box Only | PAL | €6.62 |
| 2026-06-18 | Item only | PAL | €12.02 |
| 2026-06-08 | New (sealed) | PAL | €23.20 |
| 2026-06-08 | Item only | PAL | €14.29 |
| 2026-06-08 | Box Only | PAL | €6.61 |
| 2026-06-08 | Complete in Box | PAL | €16.49 |
| 2026-06-08 | Manual Only | PAL | €4.13 |
| 2026-06-08 | Graded New | PAL | €25.52 |
| 2026-05-17 | Graded New | PAL | €28.24 |
| 2026-05-17 | Item only | PAL | €11.73 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Skylanders: SWAP Force 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 Skylanders: SWAP Force worth?
Skylanders: SWAP Force for Nintendo Wii U is currently worth €13.73 loose, €20.85 complete in box, and €9.93 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Skylanders: SWAP Force rare?
Skylanders: SWAP Force 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 Skylanders: SWAP Force?
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 Skylanders: SWAP Force, loose is €13.73 and CIB is €20.85 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
Is Skylanders: SWAP Force worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Skylanders: SWAP Force is currently worth €13.73 loose, versus €11.36 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
Ratings & Reviews
Also on other platforms
![Skylanders Swap Force [game only]](https://images.igdb.com/igdb/image/upload/t_cover_big/co9fsw.jpg)
![Skylanders Swap Force [Dark Edition]](/covers/wii/145757.webp)
![Skylanders Swap Force [Dark Edition]](https://images.igdb.com/igdb/image/upload/t_cover_big/co1ysb.jpg)
![Skylanders Swap Force [Starter Pack]](/covers/xbox-360/153396.webp)
![Skylanders Swap Force [Starter Pack]](/covers/xbox-one/156467.webp)
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