8 Rarest Game Consoles in the World

Many avid gamers have asked, “What is the rarest game console?” This is an interesting question, and today, you will finally know the answer!

Gaming has evolved considerably since its earliest days, and each year new consoles emerge to replace older ones. Yet some consoles are particularly rare or desirable due to limited production runs, short lifespans, or unique features.

This blog post will explore 8 of the rarest game consoles ever produced — from prototypes and limited editions to consoles released exclusively in specific regions. So grab your gaming controller, sit back, and embark on an incredible journey through gaming’s most extraordinary consoles!

8. Maziora Dreamcast

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The Maziora Dreamcast is a limited edition that was only released in Japan. Its main distinguishing feature is the outer pearlescent coating of the console. The console’s color changes depending on the light that hits it and the angle it is viewed on.

Of the 500 units of Maziora Dreamcast, 200 were signed by Tadahiko Taira, the famous Japanese Taira Racing. Aside from that, the orange box package of the console comes with a helmet keychain, a dream passport CD, and a Dreamcast Limited Maziora controller.

7. 10 Million Model PS1

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The PlayStation 1, or PS1, was the first game console in history that hit over 100 million units. To celebrate this milestone, Sony created a special PS1 version featuring a deep blue color in its console body.

The Sony PlayStation 10 Million Console was a limited edition with just 100 copies ever made. The game console is virtually identical to other standard PS consoles, but the color is unique. The package came with matching controllers and memory cards.

6. Lara Croft Gem-Studded Xbox 360

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Are you a big Lara Croft games fan and ready to spend $11,000 for a game console? If yes, then the Lara Croft Gem-Studded Xbox 360 is the game console for you.

There’s only a handful of these in the market. Most of them are exclusively offered to various customers. Thus, it is super rare to find any of them.

The Xbox 360 is studded with more than 11,000 gemstones, forming a portrait of Lara Croft.

Did you know?

Lara Croft of Tomb Raider was considered the most popular female figure on magazine covers. According to estimates, Lara Croft has graced more than 1,100 magazines, much more than any supermodel has ever appeared on.

5. Shadow of the Tomb Raider Xbox One X

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Shadow of the Tomb Raider Xbox One X was made possible with the collaboration of Enix and Microsoft. Only a few of these specially designed Xbox One Xs were made. Thus, many would like to get a copy, which drove the price to thousands of dollars.

The console is a customized Xbox One X. It features a design inspired by the jungle setting in which it will be played – complete with gray, brown, and green color schemes and intricate details resembling Mayan architecture. Furthermore, there is an identical wireless controller.

Shadow of the Tomb Raider Xbox One X comes equipped with its custom design, a digital copy of the game, access to Season Pass content, and additional downloadable items. Furthermore, this console boasts 4K Ultra HD resolution with High Dynamic Range technology for enhanced visuals and vibrant colors for an unforgettable gaming experience.

Did you know?

Shadow of the Tomb Raider Xbox One X is a limited edition available only in a charity auction. The proceeds would go to Best Friends Animal Society.

4. Gold Legend of Zelda Game Boy Advance

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The gold edition of this special device was packaged with a Zelda game released exclusively for it. The gold chrome finish is unique to this edition, both on the inside and outside of the case. The back of this edition features the Triforce Logo, which is used in many Zelda titles.

The Game Boy Advance SP has a clamshell design that surrounds the body. The LCD screen is 2.9 inches long and has over 32,000 vibrant colors for bright gaming action. Front-lit LCD allows you to play in bright sunlight or dimly lit rooms.

The gold Game Boy Advance SP limited edition’s lower half features a solid black D-Pad and input buttons for use when playing. Two extra trigger buttons are located on top of the device to make it easier to press while holding it with two hands.

The Gold Legend of Zelda Game Boy Advance was created to celebrate the year when the Legend of Zelda was introduced in the market. What made it even more difficult to buy this rare item was that you needed to find a golden ticket in a limited edition Game Boy Advance SP product.

3. Atari Cosmos

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The Atari Cosmos handheld video game console was originally developed during the late 1970s.

Atari Designed the game platform to offer an exclusive gaming experience using “holographic” gaming. This was done using a screen overlay and mirror to simulate 3-dimensional graphics.

The developers envisioned the Cosmos would provide players with an unforgettable gaming experience.

Though never made available to the general public, the Atari Cosmos represented an enormous leap forward in gaming technology at its release date. It utilized groundbreaking holographic technology that had never before been seen on video game consoles.

Did you know?

Atari Engineers started to develop the Atari Cosmos in 1978. Atari planned to release the console in 1981. However, due to the difficulty of producing the new technology for the console, the release was delayed multiple times until it was ultimately canceled due to the video game crash in 1983.

2. Nintendo Wii Supreme

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The Nintendo Wii Supreme is a jaw-dropping luxurious version of the original Nintendo Wii console created by UK-based luxury goods company Stuart Hughes – known for creating lavish versions of various gadgets and accessories.

The Nintendo Wii Supreme is an opulent and luxurious gaming console crafted of 2.5 kg of 22-carat gold. Additionally, its front buttons boast 78 brilliant diamonds, while there is one 19.5-carat diamond set into its disc slot for added bling.

The Nintendo Wii Supreme was produced as a limited edition console with only three copies produced ever. Each of the consoles was individually numbered and included a certificate of authenticity.

Did you know?

The Nintendo Wii Supreme is touted as the world’s most expensive game console. At the time of this writing, the luxurious game console is priced at £299,995.00 (around $375,000).

1. Nintendo PlayStation

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The Nintendo PlayStation is the rarest game console because only one copy of it has ever existed. 

The Nintendo PlayStation was an early 1990s prototype console created through a collaboration between Sony and Nintendo, intended as an add-on for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) that would enable users to access CD-based games as well as traditional cartridge-based titles.

Sony and Nintendo initially joined forces on a project together; however, this eventually fell through due to disagreement over licensing fees for CD games. After this setback, Sony developed their console, PlayStation, which would become an enormously successful force within the gaming industry.

As only one known prototype of the Nintendo PlayStation exists today, collectors prize it highly as one of gaming history’s treasures and an unforgettable gaming artifact. It serves as a reminder of an alliance that could have dramatically impacted industry development.

Did you know?

The Nintendo PlayStation is considered the most expensive video game console ever sold in an auction. It was in 2020 that the gaming memorabilia was sold for $360,000. The owner who won the auction would later be offered to sell the item for as high as $1.2 million.