Rare and Unique Games

Welcome back to "Why It’s Rare," where we explore the rarest and most elusive video games throughout history. For our tenth entry, we’re diving into one of the rarest SNES games ever released: Rendering Ranger: R2. Developed by Factor 5, this run-and-gun shooter has an interesting history, limited distribution, and a price tag that makes collectors sweat. What is Rendering Ranger: R2? Released in 1995 exclusively in Japan, Rendering Ranger: R2 is a hybrid action game combining run-and-gun gameplay(similar to Contra) with side-scrolling shoot-'em-up sections. Developed by Factor 5, the same studio behind the Turrican series and later Star Wars: Rogue...

Welcome back to “Why It’s Rare,” where we delve into the stories behind gaming’s most elusive titles. Today, we’re exploring Kuon, a survival horror game for the PlayStation 2 that’s become a coveted piece among collectors. What is It? Released in 2004 by FromSoftware, the creators of the Dark Souls series, Kuon is set in ancient Japan and draws heavily from Japanese horror folklore. Players navigate a haunted mansion filled with ghosts and demons, unraveling a chilling narrative through the perspectives of multiple characters. Why is it Rare? • Limited Production: Kuon had a limited release, especially in Western markets....

Why It’s Rare #9: Terranigma for the SNES Welcome back to “Why It’s Rare,” where we delve into the stories behind gaming’s most elusive titles. Today, we’re exploring Terranigma, a standout action RPG for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) that has become a coveted piece among collectors. What is It? Terranigma, developed by Quintet and published by Enix in 1995, is the third installment in the unofficial “Soul Blazer Trilogy.” The game follows Ark, a young boy from the underworld village of Crysta, on a quest to resurrect the Earth’s continents and restore life. Combining action-packed combat with deep...

Welcome back to Why It’s Rare, where we dig into the stories behind some of the most elusive and sought-after video games. Today, we’re taking aim at Gun Club for the PlayStation 2, a title that’s become increasingly difficult to find over the years. What is It? Gun Club is a shooting simulation game developed by Mastiff and released exclusively for the PS2 in 2004. Unlike the typical action-packed shooters of its time, Gun Club focuses on the experience of shooting a variety of firearms in a controlled, safe environment. The game is more of a virtual shooting range than...

Why It’s Rare: Marvel vs. Capcom 2 Welcome to Why It’s Rare, where we dive into the history of iconic video games and explore what makes them so hard to find today. This time, we’re looking at a true gem in the fighting game genre: Marvel vs. Capcom 2. What is It? Marvel vs. Capcom 2: New Age of Heroes is a crossover fighting game developed by Capcom, released in 2000. The game is renowned for its massive roster of 56 characters, bringing together beloved heroes and villains from both the Marvel and Capcom universes. It’s known for its fast-paced,...

Why It’s Rare: Deadpool PS4 Welcome to Why It’s Rare, where we dive into video game history and explore why certain titles are expensive or hard to find. With the release of the new Deadpool movie, it’s the perfect time to look at one of the Merc with a Mouth’s rarest gaming adventures: Deadpool on PS4. What is It? Deadpool for PS4 is an action-packed, over-the-top game developed by High Moon Studios and published by Activision. Originally released on the PS3 and Xbox 360 in 2013, the game was re-released for PS4 and Xbox One in 2015, bringing the wisecracking...