
25 Rare Consoles and Their Real Value

25. Sega Genesis CDX/Sega Multi-Mega (PAL)
- New: $2,700
- Complete in Box: $1,400
- Loose: $1,000
The Sega Genesis CDX, known as the Multi-Mega in Europe, was a pricey 1994 hybrid console combining the Genesis and Sega CD. Once a tough sell at $400, it’s now a collector’s item, with complete units going for around $1,380–$1,450 and new Multi-Megas even doubling the hefty price tag. | © Console Variations

24. JVC Wondermega/X'Eye
- New: $3,700
- Complete in Box: $1,500
- Loose: $500
The JVC Wondermega, later redesigned as the X’Eye, was another Sega Genesis/CD combo released in Japan in 1992 and North America in 1994. While it lost some features from the original, complete boxed sets now fetch around $1,490, making it a pricey piece of ’90s gaming nostalgia. | © Video Game Console Library

23. Gold Minish Cap Game Boy Advance SP
- Complete in Box: $1,700
- Loose: $500
The gold Minish Cap Game Boy Advance SP was a UK promotional release bundled with The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap, with a few ultra-rare units made from real gold. Standard gold-colored versions are scarce too, selling for $150–$1,660, while sealed sets can reach up to $99,000 at auctions. | © eBay

22. Sony PlayStation 4 20th Anniversary Edition (PAL)
- New: $2,700
- Complete in Box: $1,700
- Loose: $1,700
The Sony PlayStation 4 20th Anniversary Edition (PAL) was released in 2015 with a design inspired by the original PS1 and a matching retro theme. Only 12,300 were made, and European models now sell for around $1,700, whether loose or complete. | © eBay

21. Red Pokémon Game Boy Micro
- Complete in Box: $2,000
- Loose: $660
The Red Pokémon Game Boy Micro was a Japan-exclusive 2005 release featuring a red design with a small Pikachu decal. As one of the last Game Boy products and a rare edition, it’s now a sought-after collector’s item. | © Console Variations

20. Net Yaroze PS1 (JPN)
- New: $5,700
- Complete in Box: $2,200
- Loose: $1,200
The Net Yaroze PS1 was a black, region-free dev kit for hobbyists to make games and play imports. Released in 1997 for $750, it now sells for $1,200 loose or $2,200 complete. | © Console Variations

19. Nintendo 64DD
- New: $6,000
- Complete in Box: $2,200
- Loose: $1,800
The Nintendo 64DD was a Japan-only disk drive add-on released in 1999, intended to expand the N64’s capabilities but ultimately a commercial flop. Its rarity now makes it a sought-after collector’s item, often selling for around $2,000. | © Console Variations

18. Xbox System Partner Edition
- New: $6,300
- Complete in Box: $2,300
- Loose: $1,650
The Xbox System Partner Edition was given to Microsoft’s hardware partners as a thank-you, featuring a special badge with Bill Gates’ signature. While functionally identical to a standard Xbox, its rarity pushes prices to around $2,300. | © r/OGXboxGamer

17. Resident Evil Code: Veronica Dreamcast
- New: $4,500
- Complete in Box: $2,500
- Loose: $1,400
The Resident Evil Code: Veronica Dreamcast was a Japan-exclusive bundle featuring the game and a translucent console in either red (“Claire”) or blue (“S.T.A.R.S.”). Even the more common red version is rare today, with complete sets selling for over $2,500. | © Console Variations

16. Panasonic 3DO M2
- New: $6,000
- Complete in Box: $3,000
- Loose: $1,350
The Panasonic 3DO M2 was meant to succeed the original 3DO but was canceled before release, with its hardware later used for arcade games. Only a few prototypes exist today, typically selling for $1,000–$3,000, though some have gone for over $4,000. | © Console Variations

15. Cuphead Xbox One S
- Complete in Box: $3,000
The Cuphead Xbox One S was a special 2017 launch event prize, with only four units ever made. Valued at around $3,000 each, these consoles have never surfaced for resale, making them one of the rarest modern systems. | © Microsoft

14. Pokémon World Championships Nintendo DSi XL
- New: $7,100
- Complete in Box: $3,700
- Loose: $2,500
The Pokémon World Championships Nintendo DSi XL was awarded to winners of the 2010 tournament in Hawaii, featuring the PWC logo and a tropical-themed Pokémon design. With only 112 made, prices range from around $2,500 loose to over $12,000 for boxed units. | © PrizeCharting

13. Sharp Game Television
- New: $25,200
- Complete in Box: $6,200
- Loose: $1,500
The Sharp Game Television was a 19-inch CRT from 1989 with a built-in NES, cartridge slot, and exclusive black controllers. Sold only at Kmart, it’s now a rare find, with complete, working sets often priced well over $6,000. | © r/brothersinsanity

12. Maziora Dreamcast (JPN)
- New: $13,000
- Complete in Box: $6,400
- Loose: $4,400
The Maziora Dreamcast was a Japan-only special edition with a color-shifting finish that changes from aqua blue to deep purple depending on the light. Only 500 were made, and complete sets can sell for over $6,000, especially those signed by racer Tadahiko Taira. | © Console Variations

11. Xbox 360 Simpsons Console
- New: $14,300
- Complete in Box: $8,000
- Loose: $3,300
The Xbox 360 Simpsons Console was a 2007 giveaway prize celebrating The Simpsons Movie, with only 100 units made in bright yellow and featuring Homer’s face. Today, a complete set with the matching controller can fetch around $8,000, while the console alone sells for about $3,300. | © r/Zeldagamesftw

10. Hot Summer Peach DS
- Complete in Box: $15,000
- Loose: $8,300
The Hot Summer Peach DS was a Japan-only Club Nintendo prize in 2005, featuring a pink design with Princess Peach’s face on the cover. With only 200 made, it’s a tough find today, often priced between $8,000 and $15,000. | © Console Variations

9. Shadow of the Tomb Raider Xbox One X
- Complete in Box: $8,400
The Shadow of the Tomb Raider Xbox One X was a one-of-a-kind custom console created for charity, featuring a unique design inspired by the game. It sold for over $8,000 at auction, making it one of the most valuable Xbox One systems ever made. | © Microsoft / Square Enix

8. RDI Halcyon
- Complete in Box: $10,000
- Loose: $5,000
The RDI Halcyon was an ambitious Laserdisc-based console meant to deliver interactive movie-style games at home, but it was never officially released. Only a few survived until today, with prices ranging from $5,000 for the console alone to around $10,000 for a complete boxed set. | © r/Surfkid39

7. Dreamcast S.T.A.R.S. Edition
- New: $16,560
- Complete in Box: $10,000
The Dreamcast S.T.A.R.S. Edition was a Japan-exclusive release for Resident Evil Code: Veronica, featuring a dark blue design, S.T.A.R.S. logo, matching controller, and themed extras. With only 200 made, it’s a collector’s piece that now sells for anywhere between $10,000 and $17,000. | © Console Variations

6. The PS1 10-Million Edition
- New: $26,700
- Complete in Box: $10,300
- Loose: $6,000
The PS1 10-Million Edition was a dark blue, limited-run model released to celebrate PlayStation sales passing ten million units, with only 300 ever made. Today, loose units sell for over $6,000, while pristine, complete sets can exceed $26,000. | © r/neut6o1

5. NES Test Station
- New: $85,000
- Complete in Box: $21,000
- Loose: $6,000
The NES Test Station was a service tool used by Nintendo staff to check consoles and accessories for faults, never intended for home use. Today, these rare machines can fetch anywhere from $6,000 for a loose unit to over $80,000 for a complete set. | © r/RazorLeafAttack

4. The Atari Cosmos
- Loose: $26,000
The Atari Cosmos was a planned tabletop console using holographic images for its graphics, but it was canceled in 1981 after three years in development. Only five prototypes exist, most of them non-functional, and even empty shells have sold for nearly $26,000. | © Handheld Museum

3. Sony PS3 Supreme
- Complete in Box: $403,000
The Sony PS3 Supreme is a gold-plated showpiece designed by Stuart Hughes and Goldstriker, featuring 1.6 kilograms of 22-carat gold and 58 diamonds totaling 26 carats. Only three were made, each priced at nearly $320,000 (today it's even more expensive), making it one of the rarest and most lavish consoles in existence. | © Stuart Hughes

2. The Nintendo Wii Supreme
- New: $480,000
- Complete in Box: $380,000
The Nintendo Wii Supreme is a luxury version of the console, crafted with over two kilograms of solid 22-carat gold and 78 diamonds, valued at around $378,000. Only three were made, making it one of the most extravagant and collectible gaming systems ever produced. | © Donny Fillerup

1. The Nintendo PlayStation
- New: $1,600,000
- Complete in Box: $600,000
- Loose: $360,000
The Nintendo PlayStation was a prototype born from a short-lived partnership between Nintendo and Sony to create a CD-based SNES add-on. Only one working unit is known to exist, and it sold at auction in 2020 for an incredible $360,000. | © Sony
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