POKEMON YELLOW

When Pokémon Yellow was first released in 1998 in Japan and 1999 in North America, it was priced at around ¥4,800 (approximately $30 USD) in Japan and $34.95 in North America. The price reflected the standard cost for most major Game Boy releases at the time.

As the game became a hit, it continued to hold its value for several years. Over time, with the rise of newer Pokémon games and the shift to more modern consoles, the price of Pokémon Yellow began to fluctuate based on availability. When it was re-released as part of the Virtual Console service on the Nintendo 3DS in 2016, it was priced at $9.99, making it accessible to a new generation of players.

Today, Pokémon Yellow can be found in various formats, such as physical Game Boy cartridges and digital versions, and the price can vary significantly based on factors like the condition of the cartridge, packaging, and whether it’s a complete in-box version. On the secondhand market, physical copies of Pokémon Yellow typically range from $20 to $60 USD, with mint-condition copies or those with the original box and manual sometimes fetching higher prices. Vintage collectors and Pokémon enthusiasts continue to value the game, which keeps its price relatively high for a Game Boy title.