Shenmue
PlayStation 4 · 1999
About this game
"He shall appear from a far Eastern land across the sea.
A young man who has yet to know his potential.
↓ Read more
This potential is a power that can either destroy him, or realize his will.
His courage shall determine his fate.
The path he must traverse, fraught with adversity, I await whilst praying.
For this destiny predetermined since ancient times...
A pitch, black night unfolds with the morning star as its only light.
And thus the saga, begins..."
This first chapter of Shenmue kicks off Yu Suzuki's cinematic Dreamcast tour-de-force, an exploration-heavy adventure that has players immerse themselves in Yokosuka, Japan.
Players slip into the role of a young martial artist named Ryo Hazuki, who is on the trail of his father's killer.
On the way, players must talk with hundreds of characters, engage in martial arts battles, and marvel at the realistic depiction of the Japanese coastal town.
About PlayStation 4
The PlayStation 4 (2013) cemented Sony's dominance of the eighth console generation, with a library exceeding 30,000 titles once indie and digital-only releases are counted. Most PS4 games remain affordable for collectors, but limited physical print runs — particularly from smaller publishers and later in the console's life cycle — are starting to see steady price increases as digital storefronts eventually wind down support.
Gamevaro tracks Shenmue for PlayStation 4 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 Shenmue 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 PS4 release dates back to 1999.
Market values by condition
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-05 | Sealed / New | NTSC-J | €21.66 |
| 2026-08-05 | Sealed / New | NTSC-U | €21.66 |
| 2026-08-05 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-J | €26.01 |
| 2026-08-05 | Boxed (CIB) | NTSC-J | €19.38 |
| 2026-08-05 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-U | €26.01 |
| 2026-08-05 | Boxed (CIB) | NTSC-U | €19.38 |
| 2026-08-04 | Boxed (CIB) | PAL | €19.27 |
| 2026-08-04 | Sealed / New | PAL | €25.23 |
| 2026-08-04 | Loose / Item only | PAL | €22.37 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Only a handful of market sales have been tracked for Shenmue, suggesting it doesn't trade hands very often — a sign of relative scarcity compared to more common PlayStation 4 titles.
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 Shenmue worth?
Shenmue for PlayStation 4 is currently worth €22.37 loose, €19.27 complete in box, and €25.23 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Shenmue rare?
Shenmue has only a handful of tracked market sales, suggesting relative scarcity compared to more common PlayStation 4 titles.
What's the difference between loose, CIB and sealed for Shenmue?
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 Shenmue, loose is €22.37 and CIB is €19.27 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
Is Shenmue worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Shenmue is currently worth €22.37 loose, versus €26.01 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
Ratings & Reviews
Also on other platforms
More PlayStation 4 games
![LEGO Marvel Super Heroes 2 [Limited Edition With Minifigure] (PS4)](/covers/ps4/182468.webp)
