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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 ↕
Marchen Maze - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Marchen Maze $44 $92 $184 $202
Mesopotamia - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Mesopotamia $217 $220 $440 $484
Metal Stoker - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Metal Stoker $54 $144 $287 $316
Mizubaku Daibouken - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Mizubaku Daibouken $110 $315 $630 $693
Momotaro Densetsu Turbo - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Momotaro Densetsu Turbo $6 $14 $28 $31
Momotaro Katsugeki - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Momotaro Katsugeki $11 $37 $61 $67
Momotarou Densetsu Gaiden: Dai 1 Shuu - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Momotarou Densetsu Gaiden: Dai 1 Shuu $0 $48 $96 $106
Momotarou Densetsu II - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Momotarou Densetsu II $7 $17 $35 $39
Monster Pro Wrestling - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Monster Pro Wrestling $10 $26 $52 $57
Morita Shogi PC - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Morita Shogi PC $22 $38 $149 $164
Moto Roader - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Moto Roader $10 $22 $43 $47
Moto Roader II - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Moto Roader II $19 $45 $90 $99
Mr. Heli - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Mr. Heli $32 $52 $105 $116
Naxat Open - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Naxat Open $7 $19 $38 $42
Naxat Stadium - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Naxat Stadium $7 $15 $30 $33
Nazo no Masquerade - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Nazo no Masquerade $5 $17 $35 $39
Necros No Yousai - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Necros No Yousai $19 $29 $58 $64
Nectaris - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Nectaris $11 $26 $67 $74
Nekketsu Koko Dodgeball Bu - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Nekketsu Koko Dodgeball Bu $8 $24 $49 $54
Nekketsu Koukou Dodge Ball-Bu - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Nekketsu Koukou Dodge Ball-Bu $0 $26 $51 $56
Nekketsu Koukou Dodgeball Bu: PC Soccer-hen - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Nekketsu Koukou Dodgeball Bu: PC Soccer-hen $43 $95 $195 $214
Neutopia - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Neutopia $21 $47 $120 $132
Neutopia ii - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Neutopia ii $25 $81 $195 $214
New Zealand Story - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting New Zealand Story $30 $59 $82 $91
NHK Taiga Drama: Taiheiki - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting NHK Taiga Drama: Taiheiki $44 $97 $198 $218
Niko Niko Pun - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Niko Niko Pun $33 $34 $68 $75
Ninja Ryukenden - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Ninja Ryukenden $80 $172 $196 $288
Ninja Spirit - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Ninja Spirit $74 $145 $419 $460
Obocchama-Kun - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Obocchama-Kun $14 $59 $110 $121
Operation Wolf - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Operation Wolf $25 $58 $113 $124
Ordyne - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Ordyne $19 $41 $82 $90
Out Live - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Out Live $16 $27 $55 $61
Out Run - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Out Run $43 $96 $186 $205
Override - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Override $63 $191 $381 $419
P-47: The Freedom Fighter - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting P-47: The Freedom Fighter $39 $56 $112 $123
Pachio-Kun: Maboroshi No Densetsu [Controller Bundle] - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Pachio-Kun: Maboroshi No Densetsu [Controller Bundle] $0 $0 $0 $0
Pac-Land - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Pac-Land $15 $32 $51 $180
Paranoia - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Paranoia $30 $53 $106 $117
Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III $55 $178 $356 $392
Parodius Da - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Parodius Da $47 $83 $165 $384
PC Denjin: Punkic Cyborgs - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting PC Denjin: Punkic Cyborgs $110 $179 $357 $393
PCE Works Magical Chase [Limited Edition] - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting PCE Works Magical Chase [Limited Edition] $0 $0 $0 $0
PCE Works Splatterhouse [Limited Edition] - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting PCE Works Splatterhouse [Limited Edition] $0 $273 $545 $600
PC Genjin - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting PC Genjin $33 $72 $257 $283
PC Genjin 2 - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting PC Genjin 2 $35 $74 $148 $163
PC Genjin 3 - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting PC Genjin 3 $59 $150 $264 $290
PC Pachi Slot: Idol Gambler - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting PC Pachi Slot: Idol Gambler $26 $57 $116 $128
Populous - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Populous $6 $18 $36 $40
Power Drift - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Power Drift $44 $60 $120 $132
Power Eleven - JP PC Engine - Retrocharting Power Eleven $4 $13 $20 $22
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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.