Speed Racer
Nintendo Wii · 2008
About this game
Speed Racer is based on the Wachowski siblings' film of the same name, which is in turn based on a Japanese anime series from the 1960's.
The main storyline is based around winning the World Racing League Cup.
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This video game adaptation focuses on the racing aspect of the film and it is the first third-party game for the Wii to support the Wii Wheel.
More than 15 characters from the film are represented as playable drivers in the game and the vehicles from the film can be selected from the game's menu.
Maximum speeds during the races can exceed 350 MPH.
The race tracks feature loops, jumps, corkscrews, and many twists and turns.
They all have a high-tech look with bright colors.
The game offers split-screen multiplayer in addition to single player races.
Drivers can engage in combat during races by employing "car-fu" manoeuvres such as "tail toss", "boost bash", "smack down", "round house", and "torpedo", among others.
About Nintendo Wii
Launched in 2006, the Wii's motion controls (Wii Remote) brought casual and non-traditional players into console gaming at a scale no prior system had achieved, making it one of the best-selling consoles ever. Because so many Wii units sold with bundled software like Wii Sports, the bulk of the library is inexpensive to collect — but it also means truly rare Wii titles (often niche Japanese-only releases) stand out sharply from the norm.
Gamevaro tracks Speed Racer for Nintendo Wii 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
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-12 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-U | €10.81 |
| 2026-07-12 | Loose / Item only | PAL | €11.38 |
| 2026-07-12 | Boxed (CIB) | PAL | €11.38 |
| 2026-07-12 | Sealed / New | NTSC-U | €18.80 |
| 2026-07-12 | Sealed / New | PAL | €19.61 |
| 2026-07-12 | Boxed (CIB) | NTSC-U | €8.74 |
| 2026-07-11 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-J | €10.45 |
| 2026-07-11 | Boxed (CIB) | NTSC-J | €8.74 |
| 2026-07-11 | Sealed / New | NTSC-J | €18.80 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Only a handful of market sales have been tracked for Speed Racer, suggesting it doesn't trade hands very often — a sign of relative scarcity compared to more common Nintendo Wii 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 Speed Racer worth?
Speed Racer for Nintendo Wii is currently worth €11.38 loose, €11.38 complete in box, and €19.61 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Speed Racer rare?
Speed Racer has only a handful of tracked market sales, suggesting relative scarcity compared to more common Nintendo Wii titles.
What's the difference between loose, CIB and sealed for Speed Racer?
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 Speed Racer, loose is €11.38 and CIB is €11.38 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
Is Speed Racer worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Speed Racer is currently worth €11.38 loose, versus €10.81 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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