Super Mario 64 Player's Guide
Nintendo Power · Books & Media > Strategy Guides
Era / Decade
1996 (Mid-1990s)
Material
Mass-produced magazine-style paperback; glossy paper cover with standard matte internal pages.
Condition
Fair to Good. Notable edge wear and corner blunting. The most significant defect is a subscription mailing label adhered to the front cover which obscures the bottom left corner.
Demand Level
Strong/Niche. High interest from N64 collectors; items with mailing labels are less desirable for mint-condition collectors but popular for 'budget' retro setups.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$25.00 - $45.00
Estimated Retail Value
$12.99 - $14.99 (Original 1996 Price)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for this guide range from $20 for poor/damaged copies to $60+ for crisp copies without labels. This specific copy with the label typically settles in the $30 range.
Description
The Official Super Mario 64 Player's Guide by the pros at Nintendo Power. This vintage 1996 strategy guide features full-color maps, secret star locations, and move lists for Mario's iconic 3D debut on the Nintendo 64. A must-have for retro gaming collectors, despite the original mailing label on the front cover.
Key Features
Official Nintendo Power publication; high nostalgia value; covers one of the most popular video games of all time; comprehensive level maps; iconic 90s render art.
Authenticity Indicators
Original Nintendo Power and Nintendo logo branding; correct 1996 copyright information; 'Bulk Rate' postage permit printed in the address block. High confidence in authenticity.
Flaws to Note
A large mailing address label is stuck to the front cover (Ben Luu, San Francisco); significant shelf wear on the spine and corners; minor creasing near the left edge.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best for retro gaming), Mercari (fast sales for collectibles), or specialized Facebook Retro Gaming groups.
Selling Tips
Do NOT attempt to peel off the white mailing label if it feels brittle, as you will likely tear the cover ink; disclose its presence clearly. Use keywords: 'Vintage', 'N64', 'Super Mario 64', 'Strategy Guide', 'Nintendo Power'. Ship in a rigid mailer to prevent further bending.