SteamWorld Heist
Nintendo Wii U · 2015
About this game
SteamWorld Heist is a single-player turn-based strategy game with role-playing and shooter elements.
The story is set in a future where steambots roam the galaxy, scavenging and surviving aboard rusted ships after Earth has been destroyed.
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The player takes on the role of Captain Piper Faraday, a space outlaw who leads a band of steambot mercenaries on missions across hostile sectors.
The crew boards enemy vessels to raid resources, recruit allies, and stand against threats that endanger their kind.
Each mission unfolds as a self-contained scenario where the player must maneuver through corridors, eliminate enemies, and collect loot before escaping.
Gameplay is presented from a 2D side-on perspective.
Characters are positioned across gridless ship interiors and move using action points that govern walking, climbing, or taking cover.
Combat is turn-based, with characters using firearms and melee attacks aimed manually by the player.
Precise aiming allows bullets to ricochet off walls or ceilings, enabling trick shots to bypass cover.
Different weapons alter the aiming mechanic, with some offering laser sights and others relying purely on player skill.
Crew members each have unique classes, attributes, and abilities.
By completing missions and defeating enemies, characters gain experience points that unlock passive bonuses or active skills such as improved critical shots or grenades.
Loot collected from missions can be sold or equipped, with items ranging from pistols and rifles to explosives and stat-boosting gear.
Inventory management is central, as each bot has limited slots that force choices between weapons, armor, and support items.
Progression is mission-based, with the player navigating a sector map and selecting contracts to advance the story or earn resources.
Difficulty can be adjusted on a mission-by-mission basis, offering greater rewards for taking higher risks.
Losing crew members in battle reduces the team’s effectiveness but does not end the game, enco
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 SteamWorld Heist 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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Market values by condition
PAL
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-13 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-U | €44.51 |
| 2026-07-13 | Loose / Item only | PAL | €36.99 |
| 2026-07-13 | Sealed / New | NTSC-U | €48.76 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Only a handful of market sales have been tracked for SteamWorld Heist, 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 SteamWorld Heist worth?
SteamWorld Heist for Nintendo Wii U is currently worth €36.99 loose. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is SteamWorld Heist rare?
SteamWorld Heist 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 SteamWorld Heist?
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 SteamWorld Heist worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of SteamWorld Heist is currently worth €36.99 loose, versus €44.51 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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