Rare Sealed Castlevania NES Game Sells for $90,100 on eBay

The auction winner, motivated by childhood nostalgia, secures the game after a 23-year search.

A rare sealed copy of the original 1987 Castlevania game for NES sold for $90,100 on eBay, marking one of the highest prices for a raw boxed video game.
The winning bidder, known as Tom Curtin (minus_worlds on Instagram), pursued the game for 23 years, motivated by its sentimental value as the first game his mother bought him.
The auction began at $37,000 and attracted significant attention, with the final sale price potentially reaching up to $250,000 according to another bidder.
This sale highlights the growing market for rare, vintage video games, driven by nostalgia and the shift towards digital game releases.
The game was reportedly found at a Texas estate sale, adding to its unique backstory and value among collectors.