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ZX Spectrum Games Price Guide

Last update : Jun 27, 2026

Current values and prices for all ZX Spectrum retro games

Min Price

$1

CIB

Median Price

$11

CIB

Max Price

$874

Indiana Jones and the Fate of Atlantis

Total Games

4,021

Games

Real-time data powered by Hybrid Velocity using PriceCharting, eBay, and specialized platforms.

ZX Spectrum games Value & Trends

ZX Spectrum Market Analysis (2026)

In 2026, the ZX Spectrum market shows an interesting dynamic. Among the 4021 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 $11. This reflects the growing demand and premium placed on mint condition items. However, excellent classics can still be found starting at $1.

This price surge is particularly noticeable on highly sought-after games like Indiana Jones and the Fate of Atlantis, a true holy grail for the system, whose CIB value now reaches heights of $874. 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 ZX Spectrum Games in 2026

Indiana Jones and the Fate of Atlantis
1
Indiana Jones and the Fate of Atlantis
874$ CIB
Rock Star Goes Bizarre
2
Rock Star Goes Bizarre
651$ CIB
Dalek Attack
3
Dalek Attack
336$ CIB
Wrestling Superstars
4
Wrestling Superstars
311$ CIB
Drakkar
5
Drakkar
290$ CIB
Scapeghost
6
Scapeghost
272$ CIB
Nightmare Park
7
Nightmare Park
271$ CIB
Space Gun
8
Space Gun
268$ CIB
Title ↑ Loose ↕ CIB ↕ New ↕ Graded ↕
Shadow of the Beast - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Shadow of the Beast $25 $31 $0 $0
Shadow of the Unicorn - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Shadow of the Unicorn $48 $58 $0 $0
Shadow Skimmer [Micro Selection] - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Shadow Skimmer [Micro Selection] $0 $0 $0 $0
Shadows of Mordor - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Shadows of Mordor $7 $11 $0 $0
Shadows of the Past - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Shadows of the Past $0 $0 $0 $0
Shadow Warriors - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Shadow Warriors $10 $14 $0 $0
Shaken but not Stirred - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Shaken but not Stirred $0 $0 $0 $0
Shaky Game - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Shaky Game $0 $0 $0 $0
Shanghai Karate - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Shanghai Karate $2 $3 $0 $0
Shao-Lin's Road - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Shao-Lin's Road $5 $8 $0 $0
Shard of Inovar - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Shard of Inovar $3 $3 $0 $0
Shark - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Shark $3 $7 $0 $0
Shark Attack - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Shark Attack $0 $0 $0 $0
Sharkeys Moll - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Sharkeys Moll $4 $7 $0 $0
Sheepwalk - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Sheepwalk $11 $0 $0 $0
Sheer Panic - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Sheer Panic $4 $4 $0 $0
Sherlock - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Sherlock $3 $5 $31 $34
Shift Shaft - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Shift Shaft $0 $59 $0 $0
Shimmerkin - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Shimmerkin $0 $0 $0 $0
Shinobi - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Shinobi $7 $9 $0 $0
Ship of the Line - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Ship of the Line $4 $6 $0 $0
Shockway Rider - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Shockway Rider $0 $3 $0 $0
Shootacular [+3 Disk] - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Shootacular [+3 Disk] $0 $0 $0 $0
Shoot-Out - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Shoot-Out $0 $7 $0 $0
Short Circuit - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Short Circuit $6 $12 $0 $0
Show Jumping - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Show Jumping $7 $0 $0 $0
Shrewsbury Key - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Shrewsbury Key $0 $17 $0 $0
Shuttle - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Shuttle $6 $6 $0 $0
Shuttle Shock - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Shuttle Shock $0 $2 $0 $0
Side Arms - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Side Arms $0 $5 $0 $0
Sideral War - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Sideral War $0 $0 $0 $0
Sidewalk - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Sidewalk $0 $31 $0 $0
Sidewize - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Sidewize $9 $9 $0 $0
Siege - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Siege $0 $7 $0 $0
Siege on the Volga - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Siege on the Volga $0 $0 $0 $0
Sigma 7 - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Sigma 7 $10 $13 $0 $0
Silent Service - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Silent Service $0 $6 $0 $0
Silent Shadow - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Silent Shadow $0 $5 $0 $0
Silicon Dreams - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Silicon Dreams $0 $0 $0 $0
Silkworm - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Silkworm $8 $14 $0 $0
Silverwolf - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Silverwolf $0 $0 $0 $0
SimCity - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting SimCity $14 $15 $0 $0
Simulador Profesional de Tenis - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Simulador Profesional de Tenis $0 $13 $0 $0
Sinbad - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Sinbad $0 $0 $0 $0
Sinbad and the Golden Ship - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Sinbad and the Golden Ship $5 $6 $0 $0
Sinbad and the Golden Sun - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Sinbad and the Golden Sun $0 $0 $0 $0
Sir Francis Drake - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Sir Francis Drake $0 $0 $0 $0
Sir Fred - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Sir Fred $21 $25 $0 $0
Sir Lancelot - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Sir Lancelot $6 $15 $0 $0
Sir Loin - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Sir Loin $4 $6 $0 $0
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How much are ZX Spectrum games worth?

The value of a ZX Spectrum game depends on its condition and rarity. For a complete-in-box (CIB) copy, the current median market price is $11. For a loose copy (cartridge or disc only), the average price is around $11. Prices range from $1 for common titles up to $874.43 for the rarest games.

What are the most valuable ZX Spectrum games?

Here are the highest-valued ZX Spectrum games on the retro gaming market:

1. Indiana Jones and the Fate of Atlantis — $874 CIB
2. Rock Star Goes Bizarre — $651 CIB
3. Dalek Attack — $336 CIB
4. Wrestling Superstars — $311 CIB
5. Drakkar — $290 CIB

How much does a ZX Spectrum game cost?

ZX Spectrum games are very accessible for collectors. The most affordable titles start at:

1. Street Cred Boxing — from $1 loose
2. A Ticket to Ride — from $1 loose
3. Space Hunter — from $1 loose
4. Ruff & Reddy in the Space Adventure — from $1 loose
5. Disco Dan — from $1 loose

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

How many ZX Spectrum games are there?

RetroCharting tracks 4,021 ZX Spectrum games in its database, with 1,000 titles having a known market price. Our database is updated daily through our multi-source price tracking algorithm.

How do I know if my ZX Spectrum game is rare and valuable?

Several factors determine the rarity and value of a ZX Spectrum 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.