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The Nintendo 64 doesn’t have a ton of rare games but has quite a few games that are extremely popular so fetch a pretty high price even though millions of copies sold.  Below is a list of the rarest and most expensive N64 games and why they are so pricey.

1. Worms Armageddon – $60
A strategy game on the Nintendo 64, which were not common on the system.  The game didn’t sell well when released but is very fun and many gamers want to play it.  The low supply and high demand make this the most expensive game on the N64.

2. Clay Fighter 63 1/3 Scultpor’s Cut – $50
A follow-up to the first 63 1/3 game, Sculptor’s Cut was a Blockbuster Video exclusive.  Because of the exclusive release it did not sell very well and is considered the rarest Nintendo 64 in terms of the number of copies produced.  Boxed copies are extremely hard to find because Blockbuster stores don’t usually keep the boxes for games they rented.

3. Ogre Battle 64 – $45
Ogre Battle is one of the few RPG’s on the Nintendo 64.  Atlus, the publisher, is notorious for small production runs and Ogre Battle was no exception.  The game is very sought after by RPG fans and Atlus game collectors.

4. Harvest Moon 64 – $38
Harvest Moon is a farming and love simulation game.  Because of it’s very niche genre, the game didn’t sell very well but the series has a cult like following.  It is one of the harder games to find on the Nintendo 64.

5. Mario Party 3 – $33
Mario Party 3 came out near the end of the Nintendo 64’s life in late 2001.  It did not sell as well as the previous Mario Party games, but still sold nearly 1 million units.  The game is not hard to find, but is very popular with N64 owners so is still quite expensive.

6. Bomberman 64 Second Attack – $30
Bomberman 64 Second Attack is a sequel to a game that didn’t sell very well either.  Second Attack is quite rare because it released at the end of the Nintendo 64’s popularity.  Many gamers had already moved onto newer systems so it didn’t sell very well.

7. Conker’s Bad Fur Day – $30
Conker’s was also hurt by releasing in late 2001.  Within one year of its release the Nintendo 64 was discontinued.  The game was received very well critically and is considered one of the best games on the N64 graphically.

8. Super Smash Bros. – $29
Super Smash Bros. sold nearly 3 million units in the US so it is not rare, but it is extremely popular.  It is a fighting game with Nintendo characters and has very basic controls but still has lots of depth.

9. Starcraft 64 – $29
Starcraft is another strategy game in the top ten.  It is the only real-time strategy game on the N64 but sold poorly.  The game is still good but is hampered by poor controls with the N64 controller.

10. Super Bowling – $28
This game had a very small print run and didn’t sell well so it was never produced again.  It is one of the more rare games on the list but is not very popular so it doesn’t appear any higher than the 10th spot.

Now that you know the most rare and expensive games for the Nintendo 64 be sure to keep an eye out for them when you go game shopping or cleaning out your old game collection.  You don’t want to sell one of these for a couple of bucks at a garage sale when it is a collectible.

JJ Hendricks
http://www.articlesbase.com/video-games-articles/10-rare-and-expensive-nintendo-64-games-712829.html

Nintendo, a leader in video game consoles has struck another home run with their latest offering. The Nintendo Wii is a revolutionary video game system that puts the player right in the middle of the action. Most video game systems have controllers with several buttons which control different movements of the characters within the game. The Nintendo Wii is different. It’s controller senses movements of the player and responds accordingly. If a player is playing tennis on the Wii, they will hold the controller in their hand and swing, just as if they controller was a tennis racquet. Same goes with bowling; The player holds the controller as if it’s the bowling ball.

The Nintendo Wii was introduced in November 2006 and was an immediate success. Sales of the Nintendo Wii were so brisk that stores could not keep enough in stock to satisfy the demand. Since it’s introduction, Nintendo has sold over 34 million Nintendo Wii game consoles.

Because the Nintendo Wii is a very active video game, system it appeals to a much different demographic than traditional game systems. Many buyers of the Nintendo Wii are first-time game console buyers, lured by the unique design.

One very popular addition to the Nintendo Wii is the Wii Fit Board. This unique accessory looks similar to a bathroom scale. The player stands on the board and then is able to control a character on the screen. After some setup, the Nintendo Wii Fit Board will take the user through a number of exercises all suited to help the user get in shape. A player makes a profile of their height, weight and other physical attributes then the Wii Fit Board goes to work at creating an exercise program tailored for each person. Over time the exercises become more challenging as the physical condition of the user improves. The Nintendo Wii has even been integrated into exercise programs at nursing homes and rehabilitation centers to help in maintenance and recovery.

Even though the Wii is unique and rather unconventional, it still appeals to hardcore gamers as well, with a full range of games for just about every taste. Some of the most popular games include: Wii Mario Kart, Wii Fit, Guitar Hero, Wii Star Wars, Wii Rock Band and Wii Ski.

For those looking for a unique gaming experience, the Nintendo Wii is certainly a great choice compared to other video game consoles. Not only can you play games on it, but it can also connect to the internet and be used to surf the internet. Rather than sitting at a computer, which is what you likely do all day at work, the Wii allows you to surf the internet without leaving the couch. For occasional web surfers, now there’s no need to have a separate computer that rarely gets used. You can save money by purchasing a new, used, or refurbished Nintendo Wii System online.

The Nintendo Wii is the most innovative video game console to be released in many years. From the youngest child to the seniors, it’s a great gaming system for just about anyone.

Christopher King
http://www.articlesbase.com/video-games-articles/hottest-video-games-and-system-is-the-nintendo-wii-and-wii-fit-662808.html