Lord of the Rings Return of the King [Player's Choice]

Lord of the Rings Return of the King [Player's Choice]

Nintendo GameCube · 2003

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About this game

The video game adaption of the acclaimed film of the same name.

The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King is a follow up the well received adaption of the first two films in the trilogy.

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The game expands on what The Two Towers accomplished, with the action and adventure sequel introducing three separate story lines from the movie: one following Aragorn, Legolas, and Gimli, as The Two Towers did, another following Gandalf, and a third following Frodo and Sam, with Merry, Pippin, and Faramir serving as unlockable characters.

Gameplay features were also expanded upon, including multiplayer.

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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 Lord of the Rings Return of the King [Player's Choice] 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 Lord of the Rings Return of the King [Player's Choice] 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 2003.

Price history

PAL · Loose / Item only
€8.19
+€0.10
▲ 1.2%
€8.1 €8.1 €8.2 €8.2 05-1706-0406-0606-0806-09

Market values by condition

PAL

Box Only
€4.27
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Manual Only
€2.66
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Loose / Item only
€8.19
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Boxed (CIB)
€10.65
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Sealed / New
€29.48
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Graded New
€32.42
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NTSC-U

Box Only
€7.80
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Manual Only
€4.87
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Loose / Item only
€13.41
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Boxed (CIB)
€19.50
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Sealed / New
€57.64
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Graded New
€63.41
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Recent sales

DateTypeRegionPriceSource
2026-08-10 Sealed / New PAL €29.48 pricecharting
2026-08-10 Boxed (CIB) NTSC-U €19.50 pricecharting
2026-08-10 Graded New PAL €32.42 pricecharting
2026-08-10 Sealed / New NTSC-U €57.64 pricecharting
2026-08-10 Manual Only NTSC-U €4.87 pricecharting
2026-08-10 Box Only PAL €4.27 pricecharting
2026-08-10 Manual Only PAL €2.66 pricecharting
2026-08-10 Box Only NTSC-U €7.80 pricecharting
2026-08-10 Loose / Item only NTSC-U €13.41 pricecharting
2026-08-10 Graded New NTSC-U €63.41 pricecharting
2026-08-10 Boxed (CIB) PAL €10.65 pricecharting
2026-08-09 Graded New NTSC-U €63.41 pricecharting
2026-08-09 Sealed / New NTSC-U €57.64 pricecharting
2026-08-09 Boxed (CIB) NTSC-U €19.50 pricecharting
2026-08-09 Manual Only NTSC-U €4.87 pricecharting
2026-08-09 Loose / Item only NTSC-U €13.40 pricecharting
2026-08-09 Box Only NTSC-U €7.80 pricecharting
2026-08-08 Manual Only NTSC-U €4.87 pricecharting
2026-08-08 Box Only NTSC-U €7.80 pricecharting
2026-08-08 Boxed (CIB) NTSC-U €19.50 pricecharting
2026-08-08 Loose / Item only NTSC-U €13.40 pricecharting
2026-08-08 Sealed / New NTSC-U €57.64 pricecharting
2026-08-08 Graded New NTSC-U €63.41 pricecharting
2026-08-07 Box Only NTSC-U €7.80 pricecharting
2026-08-07 Loose / Item only NTSC-U €13.39 pricecharting
2026-08-07 Boxed (CIB) NTSC-U €19.49 pricecharting
2026-08-07 Graded New NTSC-U €63.37 pricecharting
2026-08-07 Manual Only NTSC-U €4.87 pricecharting
2026-08-07 Sealed / New NTSC-U €57.61 pricecharting
2026-08-06 Graded New NTSC-U €63.30 pricecharting

Market insights

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PAL is 64% cheaper
The PAL version (€8.19) is significantly cheaper than NTSC-U (€13.41) loose. CIB: PAL €10.65, NTSC-U €19.50.
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Trading near average
Current price €8.19 is close to the average of €8.13 over the tracked period (range: €8.09€8.19).
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CIB commands 30% premium
A complete PAL copy (€10.65) costs 30% more than a loose copy (€8.19). Sealed goes for €29.48.

Rarity & condition

Lord of the Rings Return of the King [Player's Choice] 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 Lord of the Rings Return of the King [Player's Choice] worth?

Lord of the Rings Return of the King [Player's Choice] for Nintendo GameCube is currently worth €8.19 loose, €10.65 complete in box, and €29.48 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.

Is Lord of the Rings Return of the King [Player's Choice] rare?

Lord of the Rings Return of the King [Player's Choice] 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 Lord of the Rings Return of the King [Player's Choice]?

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 Lord of the Rings Return of the King [Player's Choice], loose is €8.19 and CIB is €10.65 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.

Is Lord of the Rings Return of the King [Player's Choice] worth more in PAL or NTSC?

The PAL version of Lord of the Rings Return of the King [Player's Choice] is currently worth €8.19 loose, versus €13.41 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.

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