Gakuen Toshi Vara Noir
Nintendo GameCube · 2002
About this game
The threat of demonic invasion gives impetus to the fledgling Simba Empire to found a school of magic called Vara Noir.
With the world recovering after a devastating war, the Empire uses the school to train students in the ways of battle and magic to prepare for any imminent and far-off threats.
↓ Read more
Enter 13-year old chimney sweeper Myu who cleans smokestacks and other debris laden orifices.
One day, her grandpappy hands her a mighty sword and a few ducats and commands her to apply to Vara Noir for an education in the mystic arts.
Myu takes the entrance examination and passes with flying colors.
As such, she enters Vara Noir academy and goes on an adventure where she will eventually help save the kingdom.
Idea Factory's latest game in the Kingdom of Chaos series features dungeon exploration, character interaction and an Megami-Tensei-esque item synthesis system where special items found in dungeons may be bonded with weapons to increase attack power, imbue properties, etc.
Interaction sequences are of the point 'n click sort where questions and answers are rattled off in routine fashion.
Originally released on the PS2, Gakuen Toshi Vara Noir joins the Gamecube library with new animation sequences and graphical updates which freshen up the adventure for old and new gamers to enjoy.
About Nintendo GameCube
Nintendo's GameCube (2001) used a compact optical disc format and was the company's first console with online capability, though it never matched the PS2's commercial success. GameCube discs are comparatively durable, making complete-in-box collecting approachable, while a handful of Japan-only and limited-release titles (some tied to promotions) are the platform's genuine chase items.
Gamevaro tracks Gakuen Toshi Vara Noir for Nintendo GameCube with separate market values for loose, complete-in-box (CIB) and factory-sealed copies, sourced from real eBay sales. Prices also vary by region — PAL, NTSC-U and NTSC-J releases of the same game often sell for different amounts due to print run sizes and regional collector demand.
Adding Gakuen Toshi Vara Noir to a Gamevaro collection takes seconds — search by title or scan the box barcode, and the app fills in cover art, release details and current pricing automatically. This GCN release dates back to 2002.
Price history
Market values by condition
NTSC-J
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-10 | Sealed / New | NTSC-J | €478.54 |
| 2026-08-10 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €42.73 |
| 2026-08-10 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €68.37 |
| 2026-08-10 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-J | €131.46 |
| 2026-08-10 | Boxed (CIB) | NTSC-J | €170.91 |
| 2026-08-10 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €526.40 |
| 2026-08-09 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €68.37 |
| 2026-08-09 | Boxed (CIB) | NTSC-J | €170.91 |
| 2026-08-09 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €42.73 |
| 2026-08-09 | Sealed / New | NTSC-J | €478.54 |
| 2026-08-09 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €526.40 |
| 2026-08-09 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-J | €131.46 |
| 2026-08-08 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €68.37 |
| 2026-08-08 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €42.73 |
| 2026-08-08 | Sealed / New | NTSC-J | €478.54 |
| 2026-08-08 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €526.40 |
| 2026-08-08 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-J | €131.46 |
| 2026-08-08 | Boxed (CIB) | NTSC-J | €170.91 |
| 2026-08-07 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €68.32 |
| 2026-08-07 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-J | €131.38 |
| 2026-08-07 | Sealed / New | NTSC-J | €478.25 |
| 2026-08-07 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €526.08 |
| 2026-08-07 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €42.70 |
| 2026-08-07 | Boxed (CIB) | NTSC-J | €170.80 |
| 2026-08-06 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €68.25 |
| 2026-08-06 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €525.53 |
| 2026-08-06 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €42.66 |
| 2026-08-06 | Sealed / New | NTSC-J | €477.76 |
| 2026-08-06 | Boxed (CIB) | NTSC-J | €170.62 |
| 2026-08-06 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-J | €131.24 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Gakuen Toshi Vara Noir has a steady sales history on the tracked marketplaces, meaning enough copies circulate to establish a reliable market price.
Complete-in-box (CIB) copies typically command a premium over loose cartridges/discs because the original box and manual are more fragile and get discarded or damaged over time — fewer complete sets survive.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Gakuen Toshi Vara Noir worth?
Gakuen Toshi Vara Noir for Nintendo GameCube is currently worth €131.46 loose, €170.91 complete in box, and €478.54 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Gakuen Toshi Vara Noir rare?
Gakuen Toshi Vara Noir has a steady sales history on the tracked marketplaces, meaning it trades hands regularly and isn't considered particularly rare.
What's the difference between loose, CIB and sealed for Gakuen Toshi Vara Noir?
Loose means cartridge or disc only, CIB (complete in box) includes the original box and manual, and sealed means factory-sealed and never opened. For Gakuen Toshi Vara Noir, loose is €131.46 and CIB is €170.91 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
Ratings & Reviews
Also on other platforms
More Nintendo GameCube games