Yo! Noid Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) Cartridge (NES-YC-USA)
Capcom / Nintendo · Toys & Games > Video Games
Era / Decade
1990 (Released November 1990)
Material
Grey plastic injection-molded cartridge housing with internal PCB (printed circuit board) and gold-plated connectors; semi-gloss paper adhesive label.
Condition
Good to Very Good. The label is intact with vibrant colors, but shows slight edge wear and minor surface scuffing. The plastic shell has typical dust from storage and very light surface scratches. No writing or rental stickers are visible in the photo.
Demand Level
Moderate. Yo! Noid has a cult following among retro gamers and mascot collectors, though it is not a rare 'holy grail' title.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$18 - $28 (Cartridge only condition).
Estimated Retail Value
$49.99 (Original 1990 MSRP); modern digital equivalent usually $5-$10 on virtual consoles.
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sold listings show loose cartridges selling between $15 (poor condition) and $32 (excellent/mint). Current market average for a clean copy with a sleeve is approximately $23 plus shipping.
Description
Authentic Yo! Noid game cartridge for the original Nintendo Entertainment System (NES). This classic 2D side-scrolling platformer features the iconic Domino's Pizza mascot. Developed by Capcom, the game is known for its challenging gameplay and quirky 'Pizza Crusher' pogo-stick mechanics. This is the North American NTSC version (NES-YC-USA). Includes a black slipcover.
Key Features
Capcom quality platformer; features the nostalgic ‘Noid’ mascot from 1980s-90s advertising; North American NES release; includes original black dust sleeve; collectible for fans of corporate mascot video games.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Authentic Capcom logo placement; correct 'Official Nintendo Seal of Quality' design for the era; 3nd-party numbering code 'NES-YC-USA' matches records; standard flat-head or game-bit security screws (unseen but implied) should be present on the back.
Flaws to Note
Minor corner peeling on the top left of the label; light dust in the cartridge grooves; some scuffing on the black dust sleeve.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best for reaching collectors), Mercari (fast sales for gamers), or local retro video game shops (if looking for immediate cash/store credit).
Selling Tips
Clean the gold pins with a cotton swab and 90%+ isopropyl alcohol before selling to ensure it boots on the first try. Use keywords like 'Authentic,' 'Nintendo NES,' 'Capcom,' and 'Noid.' Take a photo of the back label and a clear shot of the top edge showing the title/code.