These C64 games now fetch four-digit amounts – and are still unnoticed in many people’s basements

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The Commodore 64 is not only interesting for retro fans. Some of his games have become sought-after collector’s items. What is particularly important are rare publications, small editions, specific versions and the best possible condition. The following values ​​are based on current price information from PriceCharting and can fluctuate significantly depending on the version, condition and completeness.

Great Giana Sisters – up to around $800 with original packaging

Great Giana Sisters is one of the most famous C64 rarities of all. The game caused a stir when it was released and is now particularly interesting because of its unusual story and the comparatively popular original packaging. PriceCharting currently lists around $300 for a loose version and around $801 for a complete copy. An unopened copy can even reach well over $1,600.

Rally Speedway – up to around $530

At Rally Speedway shows that a big name is not absolutely necessary to achieve high prices from collectors. The classic racing game from the early C64 years is one of the most popular titles today. A loose edition is currently quoted at around $265. According to the price guide, if you own the game complete with packaging, it can cost around $530.

Stormlord II: Deliverance – rare cassette version

Stormlord II: Deliverance is particularly interesting in the cassette version. This version appears comparatively rarely, making the game attractive for collectors. PriceCharting currently values ​​the loose edition at around $223. Complete with packaging, it costs just under $490, while a new example can reach the $1,000 mark.

Championship Lode Runner – the puzzle classic as a collector’s item

Championship Lode Runner is a good example of how even a well-known classic can become a valuable collector’s item. The C64 version is now significantly more expensive than many other well-known games on the platform. PriceCharting currently says around $215 for the loose game. Complete with original packaging costs just under $473, and a mint edition is even listed at almost $970.

The Simpsons Arcade Game – surprisingly valuable

You might expect a Simpsons game on a later console. The C64 version of The Simpsons Arcade Game but is actually one of the more expensive titles in the price guide. A loose copy is currently around $200. With packaging it costs just under $382. Particularly well-preserved examples can be worth around $764, according to PriceCharting.

Ultima I: The First Age of Darkness – RPG rarity

The early Ultima games are real treasures for computer game collectors and are correspondingly expensive. The C64 offshoot of Ultima I: The First Age of Darkness This is particularly clear: While a loose edition currently costs around 60 dollars, a complete version costs around 300 dollars. The price guide even shows a value of around 1,200 dollars for a new example.

Trolls and Tribulations – little known, but expensive

Trolls and Tribulations Even many C64 fans might not immediately be familiar with it. Such lesser-known publications can be particularly exciting for collectors if only a few copies have survived. The current value of a loose version is around $150. Complete with original packaging costs around $330, while a new example is valued at around $675.

Bad Blood – a real insider tip

Bad Blood is another title that may be worth taking a closer look at your own collection. In terms of price comparison, the game is well above many well-known C64 classics. A loose copy is currently valued at around $128. A complete copy is quoted at around $153; According to the price guide, a game in mint condition can reach around $305.

Wizardry Trilogy – three role-playing games in one collection

This is for fans of classic role-playing games Wizardry Trilogy particularly interesting. Instead of a single game, you get several adventures from the early RPG series in one collection. Exactly such bundles can be sought after by retro collectors. PriceCharting currently lists around $120 for a loose copy and around $130 for a complete copy. Examples in mint condition are valued at just under $400.

Nemesis: The Warlock – British comic cult

Nemesis: The Warlock is based on the British comic character of the same name and is one of the more unusual C64 releases. Today the game is of interest not only to retro gamers, but also to collectors of comic-related video games. The current value of a loose copy is approximately $110. Complete with original packaging, it costs around $242, while new is quoted at around $495.

Hard ‘n’ Heavy – almost $900 with original packaging

Hard ‘n’ heavy is now a real insider tip among C64 collectors. The platform classic is comparatively rare and correspondingly highly rated. PriceCharting currently comes to around $873 for the game alone. Particularly well-preserved examples can be valued at around $1,750.

Metal Gear – the rare C64 offshoot

Also Metal Gear can be worth a small fortune on the C64. The Konami version is extremely rare and is currently priced at around $688 for a complete copy on PriceCharting. A mint edition even costs around $1,376. However, the available sales show how thin the market is: there are only a few transactions per year.

Zak McKracken and the Alien Mindbenders – Lucasfilm classic

Zak McKracken and the Alien Mindbenders Many C64 players will probably be familiar with it from their youth. However, the Lucasfilm adventures are no longer just nostalgically interesting. A complete copy is currently valued at around $545, while a mint edition is around $1,090. The loose game is significantly more affordable at around $66 to $80. The original packaging makes a significant difference here.

Aliens: The Computer Game (cassette version) – over $1,000

At Aliens: The Computer Game the version makes a huge difference. The rare cassette version is one of the most expensive C64 games currently available PriceCharting ranking. The loose game in the cassette version is currently priced at around $463. A complete copy with packaging comes in at around $1,019, while a mint edition can cost more than $2,000. If you find this version in your basement, you should take a closer look.

Important: The values ​​mentioned are not guaranteed sales prices. Especially with old C64 games, the condition, regional version, diskette or cassette, original packaging, instructions and included inserts can significantly change the actual market value. PriceCharting calculates its information based on sales on eBay and other marketplaces and updates the data regularly. In the fall you will also get the C64 games in your pocket.