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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

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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
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The Pyramid - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Pyramid $3 $6 $0 $0
The Quest - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Quest $0 $0 $0 $0
The Quest for the Golden Eggcup - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Quest for the Golden Eggcup $0 $0 $0 $0
The Quest for the Holy Grail - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Quest for the Holy Grail $3 $4 $0 $0
The Quest for the Holy Joystick - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Quest for the Holy Joystick $0 $0 $0 $0
The Quill - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Quill $24 $31 $0 $0
The Race Against Time - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Race Against Time $9 $17 $0 $0
The Rats - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Rats $0 $25 $0 $0
The Raven - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Raven $0 $0 $0 $0
Therbo - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting Therbo $3 $16 $0 $0
There's a Hole in Your Bucket - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting There's a Hole in Your Bucket $0 $0 $0 $0
The Rocky Horror Show - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Rocky Horror Show $7 $13 $0 $0
The Rocky Horror Show 128 - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Rocky Horror Show 128 $0 $0 $0 $0
The Rocky Horror Show [Alternative] - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Rocky Horror Show [Alternative] $0 $8 $0 $0
The Rocky Horror Show [System 4] - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Rocky Horror Show [System 4] $0 $0 $0 $0
The Running Man - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Running Man $16 $24 $0 $0
The Sandman Cometh - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Sandman Cometh $0 $0 $0 $0
The Search for the Wonderful Whotsit - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Search for the Wonderful Whotsit $0 $0 $0 $0
The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole $4 $12 $0 $0
The Secret of St. Brides - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Secret of St. Brides $0 $26 $0 $0
The SEGA Collection - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The SEGA Collection $10 $11 $0 $0
The Shoe People - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Shoe People $0 $0 $0 $0
The Simpsons Bart vs the Space Mutants - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Simpsons Bart vs the Space Mutants $20 $23 $0 $0
The Slicker Puzzle - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Slicker Puzzle $0 $5 $0 $0
The Snowman - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Snowman $7 $27 $0 $0
The Snow Queen - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Snow Queen $0 $25 $0 $0
The Soccer Squad - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Soccer Squad $0 $8 $0 $0
The Sorcerer of Claymorgue Castle - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Sorcerer of Claymorgue Castle $0 $52 $0 $0
The Spectre of Castle Coris - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Spectre of Castle Coris $0 $0 $0 $0
The Sports Pack - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Sports Pack $5 $12 $0 $0
The Spy Who Loved Me - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Spy Who Loved Me $16 $31 $0 $0
The Staff of Zaranol - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Staff of Zaranol $0 $0 $0 $0
The Star Wars Trilogy - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Star Wars Trilogy $0 $38 $0 $0
The Story so far Vol 2 - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Story so far Vol 2 $0 $0 $0 $0
The Sunflower Number Show - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Sunflower Number Show $0 $14 $0 $0
The Sydney Affair - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Sydney Affair $0 $74 $0 $0
The Tartan Five - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Tartan Five $0 $0 $0 $0
The Tengen Trilogy - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Tengen Trilogy $0 $10 $0 $0
The Terrors of Trantoss - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Terrors of Trantoss $0 $12 $0 $0
The Thinker - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Thinker $0 $2 $0 $0
The Thriller Pack - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Thriller Pack $0 $0 $0 $0
The Time Machine - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Time Machine $0 $0 $0 $0
The Time Machine [Paxman] - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Time Machine [Paxman] $0 $0 $0 $0
The Tolkien Trilogy - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Tolkien Trilogy $15 $16 $0 $0
The Tomb of Dracula - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Tomb of Dracula $3 $0 $0 $0
The Trader Trilogy - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Trader Trilogy $8 $23 $0 $0
The Trading Game - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Trading Game $25 $0 $0 $0
The Trap Door - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Trap Door $7 $16 $0 $0
The Trap Door & Through The Trap Door - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Trap Door & Through The Trap Door $12 $16 $0 $0
The Treasure of the Santa Maria - ZX Spectrum - Retrocharting The Treasure of the Santa Maria $0 $0 $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. A Ticket to Ride — from $1 loose
2. Street Cred Boxing — from $1 loose
3. Ruff & Reddy in the Space Adventure — from $1 loose
4. Space Hunter — 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.

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