GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024
Atari Games Value Statistics
The value statistics for Atari games generally suggest moderately to high collector's value depending on the rarity and condition of the individual game.
In this post, we explore the fascinating world of Atari game collecting and the astonishing values attached to rare and sought-after titles. From the iconic “Pacman” to obscure gems like “Gamma-Attack,” the market for vintage Atari games is a treasure trove for enthusiasts and collectors alike. Discover the staggering auction prices and historical significance of these artifacts that continue to captivate the gaming community.
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"The value of a 1987 copy of the Atari game "Air Raid" valued at $3,300 in a 2010 eBay auction."
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"Another copy of "Air Raid," this time with the original box, sold for approximately $33,400 in a 2012 auction."
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"A mint-condition, still-sealed copy of "Karate" for the Atari 2600 can reportedly fetch upwards of $6,600."
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"A rare 1982 Atari game "Gamma-Attack" is worth $20,000-$50,000 due to its extreme rarity."
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"A sealed copy of "Custer’s Revenge," an infamous Atari game, can fetch up to $1,000."
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"The Atari game "Pacman" sold over seven million copies at $37.95 each in the 1980s."
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"A rare copy of "Red Sea Crossing," an Atari 2600 game, sold for $10,400 in 2012."
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"The limited edition Atari 2600 game "Pepsi Invaders" can retail upwards of $2,000 due to its scarcity, as only 125 copies were made."
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""Birthday Mania", a very rare cartridge game, can reportedly fetch up to $35,000."
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"In the year 1982, Atari accounted for 70% of Warner’s annual $720 million in sales."
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"Approximately 3.5 million units of the Atari 2600 game "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial" were produced."
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"The crash of Atari in 1983 resulted in a loss of more than $500 million."
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"The Atari game "Space Invaders" quadrupled the system’s sales after its release."
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"Atari's 'Haunted House', considered one of the earliest survival horror games, can go for around $30 due to its historical significance."
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"The price of a factory-sealed copy of "Donkey Kong Jr. Math" can reach up to $2,500."
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"A rare, unboxed version of the Atari 2600 game ‘Extra Terrestrials’ was sold for $90,000 making it among the most expensive games sold."