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Game Informer (Game Informer) Games Price Guide

Last update : Jun 27, 2026

Current values and prices for all Game Informer retro games

Min Price

$2

CIB

Median Price

$17

CIB

Max Price

$1 210

Game Informer [Issue 001]

Total Games

450

Games

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Game Informer games Value & Trends

Game Informer Market Analysis (2026)

In 2026, the Game Informer market shows an interesting dynamic. Among the 450 titles tracked in our database, the current value guide indicates this is an affordable platform. For collectors, the median budget to acquire a complete-in-box (CIB) game currently sits around $17. This reflects the growing demand and premium placed on mint condition items. However, excellent classics can still be found starting at $2.

This price surge is particularly noticeable on highly sought-after games like Game Informer [Issue 001], a true holy grail for the system, whose CIB value now reaches heights of $1210. The huge price gap between loose copies and complete ones confirms the massive premium collectors are willing to pay for original cardboard boxes and manuals.

Most Rare & Expensive Game Informer Games in 2026

Game Informer [Issue 001]
1
Game Informer [Issue 001]
1210$ CIB
Game Informer [Issue 91]
2
Game Informer [Issue 91]
150$ CIB
Game Informer [Issue 034]
3
Game Informer [Issue 034]
55$ CIB
Game Informer [Issue 96]
4
Game Informer [Issue 96]
53$ CIB
Game Informer Issue 133
5
Game Informer Issue 133
50$ CIB
Game Informer Issue 94
6
Game Informer Issue 94
49$ CIB
Game Informer Issue 8
7
Game Informer Issue 8
44$ CIB
Game Informer [Issue 057]
8
Game Informer [Issue 057]
44$ CIB
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Game Informer Issue 259 - Game Informer - Retrocharting Game Informer Issue 259 $0 $0 $0 $0
Game Informer Issue 260 - Game Informer - Retrocharting Game Informer Issue 260 $0 $0 $0 $0
Game Informer Issue 261 - Game Informer - Retrocharting Game Informer Issue 261 $0 $0 $0 $0
Game Informer Issue 262 - Game Informer - Retrocharting Game Informer Issue 262 $2 $4 $0 $0
Game Informer Issue 263 - Game Informer - Retrocharting Game Informer Issue 263 $0 $0 $0 $0
Game Informer Issue 264 - Game Informer - Retrocharting Game Informer Issue 264 $0 $0 $0 $0
Game Informer [Issue 265] - Game Informer - Retrocharting Game Informer [Issue 265] $0 $0 $0 $0
Game Informer Issue 266 - Game Informer - Retrocharting Game Informer Issue 266 $0 $0 $0 $0
Game Informer [Issue 267] - Game Informer - Retrocharting Game Informer [Issue 267] $0 $0 $0 $0
Game Informer [Issue 268] - Game Informer - Retrocharting Game Informer [Issue 268] $0 $0 $0 $0
Game Informer Issue 269 - Game Informer - Retrocharting Game Informer Issue 269 $6 $12 $0 $0
Game Informer Issue 270 - Game Informer - Retrocharting Game Informer Issue 270 $0 $0 $0 $0
Game Informer Issue 271 - Game Informer - Retrocharting Game Informer Issue 271 $0 $0 $0 $0
Game Informer Issue 272 - Game Informer - Retrocharting Game Informer Issue 272 $0 $0 $0 $0
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Game Informer Issue 275 - Game Informer - Retrocharting Game Informer Issue 275 $0 $0 $0 $0
Game Informer Issue 276 - Game Informer - Retrocharting Game Informer Issue 276 $0 $0 $0 $0
Game Informer Issue 277 - Game Informer - Retrocharting Game Informer Issue 277 $12 $26 $0 $0
Game Informer Issue 278 - Game Informer - Retrocharting Game Informer Issue 278 $5 $11 $0 $0
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How much are Game Informer games worth?

The value of a Game Informer game depends on its condition and rarity. For a complete-in-box (CIB) copy, the current median market price is $17. For a loose copy (cartridge or disc only), the average price is around $18. Prices range from $2 for common titles up to $1,209.98 for the rarest games.

What are the most valuable Game Informer games?

Here are the highest-valued Game Informer games on the retro gaming market:

1. Game Informer [Issue 001] — $1210 CIB
2. Game Informer [Issue 91] — $150 CIB
3. Game Informer [Issue 034] — $55 CIB
4. Game Informer [Issue 96] — $53 CIB
5. Game Informer Issue 133 — $50 CIB

How much does a Game Informer game cost?

Game Informer games are very accessible for collectors. The most affordable titles start at:

1. Game Informer Issue 305 — from $1 loose
2. Game Informer Issue 304 — from $2 loose
3. Game Informer Issue 262 — from $2 loose
4. Game Informer Issue 342 — from $3 loose
5. Game Informer Issue 156 — from $3 loose

These prices are for loose copies. Expect to pay more for a complete-in-box (CIB) version.

How many Game Informer games are there?

RetroCharting tracks 450 Game Informer games in its database, with 65 titles having a known market price. Our database is updated daily through our multi-source price tracking algorithm.

How do I know if my Game Informer game is rare and valuable?

Several factors determine the rarity and value of a Game Informer game:

1. Production run — Games produced in small quantities or quickly discontinued are naturally rarer.
2. Condition — A complete-in-box (CIB) copy is generally worth 2 to 5 times more than a loose copy. A sealed copy can be worth 10x more.
3. Collector demand — Certain genres (RPGs, sports games, fighting games) have very high demand.
4. Regional edition — PAL or Japanese versions can be rarer depending on the title.

To find the exact value of your game, check its detail page on RetroCharting where you'll find real-time prices and historical price trends.