The 50 Most Valuable Toys From Your Childhood That Are Worth A Lot Of Money Now

Are you someone that owned a lot of toys when you were younger? Did you hold on to some of them? Well, some of your childhood toys can be worth a small fortune depending on the quality and which toy it is. Luckily, we have compiled a list of childhood toys that are worth a good amount of money and might surprise you as some of these toys were only worth a couple of bucks when they first came out.

Original Lite-Brite ($300)

The original Lite-Brite first came out in 1967 and was only a couple of bucks. Now, if you have the original Lite-Brite and still have the box that came with it then you are in luck as this childhood toy can fetch you around $300. There have been several versions created over the years to keep up with the times but the only one that is worth a good amount of money is the 1967 version of the Lite-Brite. When Lite-Brite first came out it was pretty popular as the kids at that time never saw anything like it.

The Most Expensive Superman Toy ($20,000)

One of the world’s most expensive Superman toys came out in 1940 when most of us were not even born yet so not everyone will have one of these lying around the house. This 13-inch tall Superman action figure was created by Ideal Novelty and Toy Company and has become one of the most sought-after action figures. This Superman action figure is worth so much because it was the first toy to be made for the franchise. This Superman action figure was only 93 cents when it first came out but now can fetch you around a whopping $20,000. So if your parents have some old toys stored somewhere, make sure to check for this one.

Original Cabbage Patch Kids ($1,000)

If you were someone that collected Cabbage Patch Kids, then you are in luck, as some of the dolls can be worth up to $1,000. Cabbage Patch Kids were created by Xavier Roberts in 1976 but didn’t produce the dolls in mass production until 1984. Back then the dolls only cost around $40 per doll, but today, if the dolls are in pristine condition, they can bring in around $1,000. The doll company rereleased a new line of dolls recently but the popularity of the dolls isn’t the same. But if you were someone that collected the dolls in the 1980s, then check out if they are in any good shape as you could have a fortune awaiting you.

1978 Darth Vader with Double Telescoping Lightsaber ($6,000)

When Star Wars first came out in theaters George Lucas surprised the world by creating a universe that was so interesting that people couldn’t get enough of it. With the films came several action figures that were just a couple of dollars in 1978, but can now fetch you thousands. One Star Wars action figure that sticks out is the 1978 Darth Vader with Double Telescoping Lightsaber which is worth around $6,000 today. This action figure is so expensive because Kenner only created a couple of hundred due to people not liking the extended lightsaber. So if you have one of these laying around, you better see if it is in good shape as you could have some money coming to you.

Rare Furbies ($1,000)

If you are a kid from the 1990s then you surely remember when Furbies were one of the most popular toys. These annoying and strange-looking toys only cost around $35 when they were first released in 1998 and came in many variants. What made these toys special is that they could talk to you and other Furbies which was why the NSA banned them from Fort Meade as they thought they could spy on soldiers. Some of these rare Furbies can go for around $1,000 if they are in mint condition. So if you remember owning any of these funky-looking toys, check to see if you have any rare ones in mint condition.

Original Teddy Ruxpin ($400)

Teddy Ruxpin was one of the first electronic stuffed animals that were a hit and were first released in 1985. At the time, a Teddy Ruxpin only cost around $70 and was owned by almost every child during the 1980s as everyone wanted their own Teddy Ruxpin to talk to. Teddy Ruxpin was able to remember your name, tell different stories, and would move its eyes when it talked. A built-in cassette recorder was how Teddy Ruxpin was able to tell different stories and was one of the reasons why it was so popular at the time. Now, one of these in pristine condition can sell for around $400 online.

Vintage Strawberry Shortcake Doll

Another childhood toy from the 1980s that can be worth a pretty penny is the Strawberry Shortcake Doll. These cute little dolls only cost a couple of dollars when they were first released in 1979 and became an instant hit among little girls at the time. People didn’t think much of the dolls back then but now certain dolls are worth several hundred dollars if they are in mint condition. One of the most expensive Strawberry Shortcake Dolls is the Mint Tulip doll which has recently sold for $1,000 online. So if you have any of these dolls laying around in the attic, be sure to check if you have any that are worth something of value.

Rare Vintage My Little Pony ($900)

My Little Pony dolls have been extremely popular ever since they were first released in the 1980s. You could purchase most of these dolls at most of your retail stores but there was one doll that took a little extra work to get your hands on. In order to get the pink Rapunzel doll you had to mail order the doll which was something that everyone wasn’t too comfortable with doing at the time. But if you took the time and mail ordered this doll, you are in luck, as this is the holy grail of My Little Pony Dolls. Since there weren’t many produced, the Rapunzel doll goes for around $900 online.

Original Luke Skywalker Action Figure ($25,000)

When it comes to original Star Wars action figures there is always a lot of money involved. One of the most popular characters in the Star Wars franchise is Luke Skywalker and having one of his original action figures can buy you a whole car if it is in mint condition. The 1978 Luke Skywalker action figure was only a couple of dollars when it was first released but now if the action figure is still new in the box and in mint condition, it can sell for around $25,000. Since almost everyone took these action figures out of the boxes there are only a few that remain in the box and are undamaged.

Original Barbie Doll ($20,000)

Barbie Dolls were first released in 1959 and were instantly a hit among little girls around the world. If you are old enough to have had one of the first Barbie dolls then you should pay attention as one of them can be a down payment on a home. The most sought-after Barbie doll is the first edition black and white striped swimsuit Barbie which only cost around $3 when it was first released. Now, that same doll can fetch you up to $20,000 if it is in mint condition. There are also several original Barbie dolls from the past that are still worth a good amount of money so if you have any lying around, check to see which ones they are.

Pink Hot Wheels Van ($72,000)

If you were a Hot Wheels collector in the past then you should look out for this model as it is worth more than most real cars. Mattel released the pink Volkswagen beach van and they soon realized that the toy didn’t work well on the tracks that they sold so they quickly took the model off the shelves. This made the pink Volkswagen beach van one of the rarest Hot Wheels in history as there have only been two that have resurfaced. One of these toy cars sold for $72,000 in an auction which can pretty much buy you a modern sports car today. So if you remember seeing one of these in your collection, you might be in luck.

Matchbox Series No. 30 Crane ($13,000)

When it comes to vintage toys, the Matchbox Series No. 30 crane is hard to find in mint condition as it was first released in 1953. Millions of children around the country owned one of these toy trucks which only cost around $1. Now finding one of these in mint condition is like finding the holy grail as they can sell for a pretty penny. If you find one of these toy trucks in mint condition with the box it can be worth around $13,000. Finding one of these in pristine condition can be hard as everyone wanted to play with their toy truck in the dirt.

Lionel 3360 Burro Crane ($85,000)

The Lionel 3360 Burro Crane is one of the most sought-after model train cranes that was released during the 1950s. There were only a couple of these model cranes produced which has made it one of the rarest to find in mint condition. Being considered one of the top builders of model trains, Lionel trains have always been a favorite among modelers. Amazingly, this exact model in mint condition sold for a whopping $85,000 which makes it one of the most expensive models ever sold. So if your grandfather or dad was into model trains take a look to see if they owned one of these as they can be worth quite a lot of money.

Pikachu Illustrator Pokemon Card ($150,000)

The Pokemon trading card game was an instant hit when it was first released in the United States in 1999 and is still the most popular car trading game even to this day. Everyone wanted to get their hands on the rarest cards and the franchise became even more popular once the television show and Game Boy games were released. Pokemon first came out in Japan in 1996 and already produced several cards before it was released in the States. One of the rarest Japanese Pokemon cards is the Pikachu Illustrator card as there were only six that were made. This card is now valued at $150,000, so check if this card is part of your collection.

Adam Garbage Pail Kids Card ($4,000)

During the 1980s, the Garbage Pail Kids were some of the most popular toys at the time as everyone wanted to collect all the cards. The rarest card out of the collection is the Adam card which is now worth around $4,000. That is right, these collecting cards which only cost a couple of dollars are now worth a small fortune if they are in good condition. Even the cards that are less rare are worth around $700 if they are in mint condition. So if you remember having one of these rare cards then you should look through your old stuff immediately as these are worth a pretty penny.

Claude the Crab Beanie Baby ($8,000)

Did you collect Beanie Babies in the past? Then you might be in luck as some of them are worth thousands of dollars. If you have Claude the Crab in mint condition then you have scored the jackpot as this little guy has sold for as much as $8,000. Claude the Crab was first released in 1997 and was only around $30 so if you bought one of these your investment has increased tremendously. There are several Beanie Babies that go for several thousand dollars but they have to be in mint condition and a rare variant. So if you have some Beanie Babies lying around, check if you have Claude the Crab.

Wun-Dar He-Man Action Figure ($1,000)

Saturday morning cartoons during the 1990s always included He-Man so it isn’t a surprise that the franchise raked in over $1 billion in revenue from toy sales. There were several He-Man action figures created over the years but one of the rarest is the Wun-Dar He-Man action figure. The Wun-Dar He-Man action figure was given to anyone that purchased a loaf of Wonder Bread which was pretty odd. There were only a handful of action figures produced with many being lost in the process of handling making it very sought after by He-Man collectors. This action figure is worth $1,000 in mint condition but is still worth a couple of hundred out of the box.

Spinner the Spider Beanie Baby ($400)

Spinner the Spider is another Beanie Baby that is worth a pretty penny but not as much as Claude the Crab. Spinner the Spider was released in 1997 and was retired from the series less than a year later. Since there was only a limited amount produced, Spinner the Spider is worth around $400 today because of its rarity. There are several Beanie Babies like Spinner the Spider that are quite rare as there were only a couple of hundred produced, so if you have some Beanie Babies in the closest, check if you have one of the rare ones.

1982 World’s Fair Astronaut B PEZ Dispenser ($32,000)

PEZ dispensers have always been highly collectible toys and some can be worth several thousand dollars depending on the model. One that stands out among the rest is the 1982 World’s Fair Astronaut B PEZ Dispenser. This PEZ dispenser was the first prototype given to The World’s Fair board. Since there was only one prototype made, this PEZ dispenser is the rarest and most sought-after by collectors. When the PEZ dispenser was listed at auction it sold for $32,000 making it the most expensive PEZ dispenser ever sold. There are several other PEZ dispensers that are highly valued, so if you collected them in the past check them out and see if you have any rare ones.

American Girl Molly McIntire ($5,000)

American Girl dolls were another extremely popular doll brand that first came out in 1996. Like many dolls, American Girl dolls were highly collectible as they were crafted well and came in many different variants. One doll that stands out among the others as being the most valued is the Molly McIntire doll. This doll was special as it was a representation of a little girl from the World War II era. When the doll was first released, Molly only cost around $85 and now she is valued at around $5,000. There are other American Girl dolls that are also worth a pretty penny so if you have any in good condition, take a look and see what they cost today.

Princess Diana Beanie Baby ($475,000)

The holy grail of Beanie Babies is the Princess Diana purple bear which was first introduced in 1997. This ultra-rare Beanie Baby was made in honor of Princess Diana but there were only a handful made. Ty told retailers that they could only order 12 of the Princess Diana bears which meant that only a handful of people owned one of these purple bears. The Princess Diana Beanie Baby is now worth a staggering $475,000 due to its rarity, making it the most expensive Beanie Baby in history. Having one of these in your closet can change your life so if you remember seeing one of these in the past, you better start digging through your old belongings.

Capcom Big Bang Bar Pinball Machine ($30,000)

Vintage pinball machines can be quite pricey but nothing tops the Capcom Big Bang Bar pinball machine as it sells for around $30,000. The pinball machine was first introduced in 1990 at the Pinball Expo Show but there were only a few created making this prototype one of the rarest in the industry. The Capcom Big Bang Bar pinball machine features some of the most colorful artwork that just isn’t seen in most pinball machines and is the reason why it is sought after by collectors. There were only 13 of these pinball machines produced so having one of these is pretty rare, so if you do own one, you are sitting on a fortune

Vintage Super Soakers ($500)

Do you remember playing with Super Soakers as kids? Well, these relatively cheap water guns are worth a small fortune if they are in mint condition. Most of these Super Soakers only cost $10 to $50 but now they are worth up to $500 for certain models that are in mint condition. The problem is that there were few people thinking that these water guns would be worth something one day and most of the ones that were sold were opened and used. So if you have one of these in the box that has never been used, the value will be worth more than $500.

First Edition Charizard Pokemon Card ($25,000)

Being one of the most popular trading card games, Pokemon has several cards that are worth thousands of dollars in value. Another Pokemon card that has stood out over the years is the Charizard First Edition card. This holographic card has become quite rare as many people either lost it or destroyed their copies and not as many were produced compared to the others. If you have one of these Pokemon cards in mint condition it can fetch you up to $25,000 but this is extremely rare as not many people thought to get the card graded right off the bat. But if you have taken care of your Charizard and kept it in the sleeve, then it can fetch you around $3,000.

Musha Sega Genesis Game Cartridge ($300)

Sega Genesis was one of the top gaming consoles during the 1990s and had several games that people have come to collect over the years. One that stands out among the others is MUSHA which was released in 1990 and was a shooter game that was loosely based on Gundam Wing. Since it has been over 30 years since MUSHA was released there are few that have survived over the years especially the ones in good condition. A MUSHA gaming cartridge now goes for about $500 with the case and manual in it, but it can still fetch you around $200 to $300 if you only have the cartridge. It might be a long shot but you might as well search for this one in your closet.

G.I. Joe Mobile Command Center ($3,000)

G.I. Joe was one of the most popular action figures ever since it was first introduced during the 1960s. There have been several different action figures that have been released over the years but one that is worth a small fortune is the G.I. Joe Mobile Command Center. The box set was released in 1987 and was sold by the millions as every little boy wanted one for Christmas. Now the G.I. Joe Mobile Command Center is quite hard to find in good condition, especially if it is still in the box. Having one of these in mint condition can fetch you around $3,000 and if you only have the space shuttle complex, you can still get around $600.

Vintage Transformers Action Figures ($600)

Transformers action figures were part of every little boy’s Christmas list during the 1980s as the television show made it one of the most popular franchises. The franchise has been rebooted several times over the years with the most recent being the film adaptations which made billions at the box office. There are many fans that are willing to pay a premium price for some of these Transformers action figures, especially if they are in mint condition. If you have an original Optimus Prime or Megatron in mint condition you could be looking at $600 for each. Not many action figures have survived over the years so these have become highly collectible.

Magic: The Gathering Black Lotus (Beta) ($42,000)

Magic: The Gathering is another popular trading card game that was first introduced in 1993. Being that these cards are highly collectible has led some to be worth several thousand dollars. One of the rarest and most expensive Magic: The Gathering cards is the Black Lotus (Beta) which is valued at $42,000. The Black Lotus (Beta) has to be in mint condition in order to get the full value of $42,000 but the card is still worth several thousand if you never got the card graded. You might want to look in your garage for your old stack of Magic: The Gathering cards as you can strike gold if you have this card.

Original LEGO Medieval Castle Set ($3,300)

LEGOs have always been popular since the company was created in 1949. Since then they have created several thousand sets over the years that have become extremely sought after by collectors. One set that has become highly collectible is the 1978 Medieval Castle set which features several figures and a huge yellow castle that you build. This set was relatively inexpensive when it was first released but now it is worth around $3,300 new in the box. If you have the complete set, but it is used, you can still get around $400 for the set. There are several LEGO sets that have increased in value over the years and are worth several thousand dollars.

First Edition Blue-White Dragon Yu-Gi-Oh Card ($5,000)

The 1990s were full of trading card games but there were only a few that became extremely popular, one being Yu-Gi-Oh. The trading card game was accompanied by a television show which made it just as popular as Pokemon. The first edition cards that were first released are worth several thousand dollars and have become rarer over time. The first edition Blue-Eyes White Dragon is valued at around $5,000 and amazingly, the card wasn’t that hard to get out of the booster packs. But over the years people have lost or didn’t take care of their cards so the price of these cards has skyrocketed. It seems like everything from the past is worth some money now.

Original Monopoly ($146,000)

Monopoly has been entertaining people since 1933 and is one of the world’s most popular board games. Monopoly looked a lot different back in the day but still played by the same rules. Collectors have paid a premium price for vintage Monopoly board games as the rarity has increased over the years. The most sought-after Monopoly board is the 1933 version which sold at auction for $146,500. There is only one to be known in existence as most of the others have been lost in time. There are also several other versions of the game that have sold for several thousand dollars, especially the special edition ones.

Action Comics #1 Hello Superman ($3,200,000)

When it comes to comic books, Action Comics #1 Hello Superman is the most expensive and rarest comic book in history. This comic book is considered to be the holy grail because it was the first time Superman was featured in a comic book. The comic book was first released in 1938 and was the first time people saw the man in blue. There are only 50 in existence which makes it even more sought after by collectors. The most recent Action Comics #1 Hello Superman sold for a whopping $3.2 million at auction and will only increase in price as the years go on.

Pete the Pusher ($3,000)

Pete the Pusher is a toy that was released in 1936 and only cost 50 cents at the time. A majority of the toys during the 1930s looked like this as the Great Depression was in full swing and not many people could afford expensive toys. Even though the toy looks primitive, kids had a blast playing with Pete the Pusher. Having a Pete the Pusher lying around in your basement is a shot in the dark but it is worth a look as this vintage toy is worth around $3,000 in used condition. This would be something to look out for at garage sales as you might never know what you are going to find.

1934 Standard Gauge Lionel Pennsylvania Set ($250,000)

Model trains have been something that people have collected for over 100 years and since then there have been several model train sets that are worth a small fortune. Lionel Pennsylvania is one of the top leading companies that has produced model trains for many years and most of the original sets can be worth several thousand dollars. One set that is highly valued is the 1934 Standard Gauge version which is valued at $250,000. That is right, one model train set is worth as much as a house nowadays, but there are people willing to pay that price as collecting these model trains is their passion.

Original Game Boy ($1,000)

The Game Boy was revolutionary for gaming as it was one of the first mobile gaming consoles that had AAA games. The Game Boy was first released in 1989 and came out with several models through the years which led it to become one of Nintendo’s most successful products. The original Game Boys are extremely rare now and have increased in price over the years. The 1989 Game Boy goes for around $1,000 in mint condition and is worth even more if it is still sealed inside the box. There are several other Game Boy versions that are just as expensive so keep an eye out to see which version you have.

Kart 64 ($750)

Kart 64 was a legendary game on the Nintendo 64 and has been ranked one of the best on the system. Almost everyone who owned an N-64 certainly owned Mario Kart 64 as it was the perfect game to play with your friends. The game was released in 1996 and sold millions of copies worldwide making Mario even more popular than he already was. If you have a Mario Kart 64 gaming cartridge in mint condition then you are in luck as they go for around $750 and can go for even more if they are sealed new in the box. The price will only increase as time goes on so investing in a game might be wise.

Masters of the Universe Eternia Playset ($2,000)

There are so many collectible He-Man action figures that are worth a small fortune so it is hard to keep track of all of them but this set is one of the most sought-after and is quite expensive. The Masters of the Universe Eternia Playset is a set that collectors are willing to pay big money for. This set contains several figures and was only produced in limited quantities making it even more collectible. This set is valued at about $2,000 in mint condition and is worth even more if it is brand new. There are not many that survived so finding one of these is the holy grail for certain collectors.

1981 Skeletor Action Figure ($1,500)

last He-Man action figure on the list is the 1981 Skeletor which was the first original to be released in stores. Back then this figure only cost a couple of bucks but now the action figure costs around $1,500 in mint condition. It isn’t a surprise that most He-Man action figures are worth a pretty penny as it was one of the most popular franchises. Skeletor has been a favorite among fans and is the reason why some of his action figures are worth more than He-Man. So if you have some old action figures laying around somewhere, you should check to see if you have anything that is worth something.

Undercover Raphael Action Figure ($3,000)

Ninja Turtles was yet another kids’ television show that exploded into a huge franchise during the 1980s and on. With the franchise came several thousand action figures that have become quite collectible today. One of the rarer action figures is the Undercover Raphael which was released in 1994. Everything about the box art speaks of the 1990s and because of this, many collectors have wanted it. A mint condition Undercover Raphael action figure goes for around $3,000 which is pretty amazing as these action figures only used to cost a couple of bucks. Makes you wonder if you should start buying action figures now.

Jem and the Holograms Dolls ($700)

At first glance, you might think that these dolls are Barbies but that isn’t the case as these were Jem and the Holograms Dolls. These dolls were rock n’ roll-inspired Barbie dolls that became popular during the mid-1980s. Jem and the Holograms Dolls were trying to get on the same level as Barbie but didn’t last as long as they wanted to. Since they were only produced for a couple of years, they have become quite rare and are worth a small fortune. If you have an original first edition doll from 1985 it can fetch you around $700 in mint condition. You won’t be getting any Barbie money, but it is still a good amount.

The Princess Of Power ($3,000)

The Princess of Power She-Ra was He-Man’s twin sister and became quite popular among little girls. She-Ra was just as powerful as He-Man and was able to take on any adversary. In 1984, Mattel decided to release the She-Ra and Swift Wind box set as they started to see She-Ra’s popularity grow. The box set was a hit among little girls and was the perfect way for your son and daughter to play together. Now, this box set costs around $3,000 which is pretty amazing since most He-Man figures are half that price. There was only a limited amount produced so this is one rare childhood toy.

Boba Fett Action Figure ($5,000)

If you ever collected Star Wars action figures and were someone that kept them in the boxes, then you are sitting on a fortune as several original figures go for thousands of dollars. We have already named a few off this list but this is yet another rare action figure that only cost a couple of bucks when it first came out. The original 1979 Boba Fett action figure goes for around $5,000 in mint condition making it another valuable childhood toy. Star Wars produced several thousand figures over the years but the ones that have held their value are the original 1979 series.

Original Easy Bake Oven ($4,000)

The original Easy Bake Oven came out in 1964 and since then there have been several versions that have been released over the years. The Easy Bake Oven taught children how to bake with a little oven, this was pretty revolutionary for children and was very popular. There has been a new Easy Bake Oven created every generation to teach the young how to bake in a safe way. The original 1964 version has become quite rare over the years and is quite expensive. A mint-condition original set that is still in the box is valued at around $4,000. Used Easy Bake Ovens can still go for $500 so it is worth taking a look if you had one

Red Sea Crossing Atari Cartridge ($1,400)

Atari was the biggest gaming console during the 1980s and was the pioneer in the gaming industry as being one of the first to introduce in-home gaming. One game that has become quite rare is the Atari 2600 Red Sea Crossing gaming cartridge. Red Sea Crossing was a Christain based video game where you play as Moses parting the Red Sea. Since there were only a couple of hundred that were made in 1983, this gaming cartridge has become quite expensive. Red Sea Crossing is now valued at around $1,400 due to its rarity and demand for it. This is just another childhood toy that is worth a pretty penny.

Super Mario Bros. 2 ($5,000)

Super Mario Bros. 2 is another game that is worth a small fortune. Super Mario Bros. 2 was first released in 1984 on the Nintendo Entertainment System. At the time the game cartridge only cost around $40 but today the value has increased tremendously. Now, a brand new Super Mario Bros. 2 game is worth around $5,000. Not many people were willing to not open a copy of Super Mario Bros. 2 but there were a few that knew that this game would be worth something one day. The value of the game drops significantly if it isn’t brand new. Super Mario Bros. 2 was one of the most purchased games in the world during its peak.

First Edition Harry Potter And The Sorcerer’s Stone ($100,000)

When it comes to books that were written in the 21st century you might think that there is no value in them but that simply isn’t true as this childhood book is worth several thousand dollars. What makes it worth so much is there were only 500 copies made of the first edition of Harry Potter And The Sorcerer’s Stone and the price only skyrocketed after the franchise’s success. If you have one of these books in mint condition it can go for a whopping $100,000 which is worth more than most childhood toys on this list. This book might be sitting on your bookshelves so now is the time to take a look.

Vintage Micky And Minnie Mouse Toy ($222,000)

This is the oldest childhood toy on the list as it was released in 1932. The toy features Micky and Minnie Mouse riding a motorcycle. This simple toy allowed children to push Micky and Minnie Mouse around on their motorcycle. Toys back in the day were much different than they are today and required a lot of imagination. This Disney toy might be simple-looking but it is worth a small fortune as the last one sold for $222,000 at auction. This childhood toy has become even rarer over the years as most of the people who were alive around that time and owned it are dying off.

Original Obi-Wan Kenobi Action Figure ($1,500)

Star Wars action figures are always worth a good chunk of money especially if they are the originals from 1979. Another Star Wars action figure that has stood out over the years is the original 1979 Ben (Obi-Wan) Kenobi. If you happen to have this action figure in pristine condition it can fetch you around $1,500 which isn’t as much as other Star Wars action figures but is still worth a good amount. Star Wars has so many collectibles that it is hard to keep up with everything but most of the stuff from the 1970s and 1980s prove to be worth more than what they were bought for.

Nintendo Gamecube ($1,000)

Nintendo Gamecube was first introduced in 2001 and was yet another huge success for Nintendo. The Gamecube was Nintendo’s first step into the 3D gaming world and opened a whole new chapter for Nintendo games. The console was about $200 when it was first released and has only increased in price, but only if you have a brand-new never opened one. A brand-new Gamecube can cost you $1,000 which is pretty expensive being that you played the gaming console over 20 years ago. Unfortunately, if you have a used one, these consoles will only sell for $100 or even less depending on the usage.