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JP PC Engine Games Price Guide

Last update : Jun 27, 2026

Current values and prices for all JP PC Engine retro games

Min Price

$8

CIB

Median Price

$45

CIB

Max Price

$1 524

Darius Alpha

Total Games

299

Games

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JP PC Engine games Value & Trends

JP PC Engine Market Analysis (2026)

In 2026, the JP PC Engine market shows an interesting dynamic. Among the 299 titles tracked in our database, the current value guide indicates this is an intermediate platform. For collectors, the median budget to acquire a complete-in-box (CIB) game currently sits around $45. This reflects the growing demand and premium placed on mint condition items. However, excellent classics can still be found starting at $8.

This price surge is particularly noticeable on highly sought-after games like Darius Alpha, a true holy grail for the system, whose CIB value now reaches heights of $1524. 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 JP PC Engine Games in 2026

Darius Alpha
1
Darius Alpha
1524$ CIB
Magical Chase
2
Magical Chase
1200$ CIB
Coryoon
3
Coryoon
962$ CIB
Terra Cresta II
4
Terra Cresta II
750$ CIB
1941: Counter Attack
5
1941: Counter Attack
699$ CIB
Bomberman '93 [Special]
6
Bomberman '93 [Special]
633$ CIB
Gunhed Special Version
7
Gunhed Special Version
550$ CIB
Tatsujin
8
Tatsujin
462$ CIB
Title ↑ Loose ↕ CIB ↕ New ↕ Graded ↕
Genpei Toumaden Kannoni - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Genpei Toumaden Kannoni $22 $46 $91 $100
Godzilla: Bakuto Retsuden - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Godzilla: Bakuto Retsuden $55 $85 $170 $187
Gokuraku Chuka Taisen - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Gokuraku Chuka Taisen $87 $220 $440 $484
Gomola Speed - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Gomola Speed $20 $65 $85 $139
Gradius - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Gradius $41 $79 $145 $300
Gunhed - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Gunhed $46 $97 $159 $175
Gunhed Special Version - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Gunhed Special Version $250 $550 $1 125 $1 237
Hana Taaka Daka - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Hana Taaka Daka $79 $160 $320 $352
Hani In The Sky - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Hani In The Sky $20 $45 $90 $99
Hani on the Road - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Hani on the Road $70 $71 $142 $156
Hatris - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Hatris $17 $40 $80 $88
Heavy Unit - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Heavy Unit $27 $50 $114 $125
Hisou Kihei X Serd - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Hisou Kihei X Serd $6 $25 $50 $55
Hit the Ice - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Hit the Ice $25 $59 $117 $129
Honoo no Doukyuuji: Dodge Danpei - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Honoo no Doukyuuji: Dodge Danpei $0 $26 $53 $58
Idol Hanafuda Fan Club - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Idol Hanafuda Fan Club $35 $77 $158 $174
Image Fight - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Image Fight $37 $55 $181 $199
Jackie Chan's Action Kung Fu - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Jackie Chan's Action Kung Fu $46 $102 $203 $223
Jack Nicklaus' Greatest 18 Holes of Major Championship Golf - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Jack Nicklaus' Greatest 18 Holes of Major Championship Golf $0 $21 $43 $47
Jaseiken Necromancer - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Jaseiken Necromancer $5 $19 $92 $102
Jigoku Meguri - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Jigoku Meguri $50 $90 $180 $198
Jinmu Denshou - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Jinmu Denshou $15 $30 $31 $35
J.League Greatest Eleven - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting J.League Greatest Eleven $6 $14 $29 $32
Kaizou Choujin Shubibinman - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Kaizou Choujin Shubibinman $29 $57 $115 $127
Kaizou Choujin Shubibinman 2: Aratanaru Teki - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Kaizou Choujin Shubibinman 2: Aratanaru Teki $36 $65 $130 $143
Kato-Chan Ken-Chan - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Kato-Chan Ken-Chan $15 $51 $170 $187
KickBall - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting KickBall $10 $30 $60 $66
Kiki KaiKai - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Kiki KaiKai $60 $133 $208 $228
King of Casino - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting King of Casino $6 $15 $30 $33
Klax - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Klax $9 $29 $52 $58
Knight Rider Special - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Knight Rider Special $25 $60 $91 $100
Kore ga Pro Yakyuu '89 - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Kore ga Pro Yakyuu '89 $4 $13 $26 $29
Kore Ga Pro Yakyuu '90 - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Kore Ga Pro Yakyuu '90 $0 $16 $32 $35
Kyukyoku Tiger - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Kyukyoku Tiger $34 $50 $100 $110
Kyuukyoku Mahjong Idol Graphic - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Kyuukyoku Mahjong Idol Graphic $0 $0 $0 $0
Kyuukyoku Mahjong Idol Graphic II - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Kyuukyoku Mahjong Idol Graphic II $0 $0 $0 $0
Lady Sword: Ryakudatsu Sareta 10 Nin no Otome - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Lady Sword: Ryakudatsu Sareta 10 Nin no Otome $130 $0 $0 $0
Legend of Hero Tonma - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Legend of Hero Tonma $74 $184 $368 $405
Lode Runner - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Lode Runner $16 $36 $68 $75
Mado King Granzort - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Mado King Granzort $80 $120 $125 $138
Magical Chase - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Magical Chase $439 $1 200 $497 $547
Mahjong Gakuen Toumasou Shirou Toujou - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Mahjong Gakuen Toumasou Shirou Toujou $4 $9 $19 $21
Mahjong Goku Special - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Mahjong Goku Special $6 $13 $27 $30
Mahjong Sekkaku Retsuden - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Mahjong Sekkaku Retsuden $0 $0 $0 $0
Maison Ikkoku - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Maison Ikkoku $36 $41 $81 $89
Majin Eiyuden Wataru - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Majin Eiyuden Wataru $16 $33 $66 $73
Makai Hakkenden Shada - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Makai Hakkenden Shada $5 $13 $27 $30
Makai Prince Dorabocchan - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Makai Prince Dorabocchan $35 $101 $202 $222
Makyou Densetsu - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Makyou Densetsu $33 $106 $212 $233
Maniac Pro-Wrestling - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Maniac Pro-Wrestling $7 $11 $15 $16
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How much are JP PC Engine games worth?

The value of a JP PC Engine game depends on its condition and rarity. For a complete-in-box (CIB) copy, the current median market price is $45. For a loose copy (cartridge or disc only), the average price is around $42. Prices range from $8 for common titles up to $1,524.4 for the rarest games.

What are the most valuable JP PC Engine games?

Here are the highest-valued JP PC Engine games on the retro gaming market:

1. Darius Alpha — $1524 CIB
2. Magical Chase — $1200 CIB
3. Coryoon — $962 CIB
4. Terra Cresta II — $750 CIB
5. 1941: Counter Attack — $699 CIB

How much does a JP PC Engine game cost?

JP PC Engine games are very accessible for collectors. The most affordable titles start at:

1. Gai Flame — from $2 loose
2. Sengoku Mahjong — from $3 loose
3. Power Eleven — from $4 loose
4. YouYou Jinsei — from $4 loose
5. Pro Yakyuu World Stadium — from $4 loose

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

How many JP PC Engine games are there?

RetroCharting tracks 299 JP PC Engine games in its database, with 276 titles having a known market price. Our database is updated daily through our multi-source price tracking algorithm.

How do I know if my JP PC Engine game is rare and valuable?

Several factors determine the rarity and value of a JP PC Engine 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.