Pokémon Sapphire Game Boy Advance
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- Pokémon Sapphire Version - Nintendo Game Boy Advance (PAL) - Genuine Cartridge £54.95
- Pokémon Sapphire - Game Boy Advance (USA Version -UK/EU Compatible) Cartridge £16.15
- Pokémon Sapphire Version Nintendo Game Boy Advance *Dry Battery* Cartridge Only £47.50
- Pokémon Sapphire Version | Nintendo Gameboy Advance Game GBA Cartridge £11.99
- Pokémon Sapphire Version Game Boy Advance Cartridge £31.90
- Pokémon Sapphire Version - Game Boy Advance (Cartridge Only) (GBA) £26.70
Price History
| Date | Avg Price | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-05 | £37.18 | £11.99 | £63.09 | 10 |
| 2026-04-04 | £40.87 | £16.15 | £63.09 | 10 |
| 2026-04-03 | £42.46 | £16.15 | £63.09 | 10 |
| 2026-04-02 | £41.56 | £16.15 | £63.09 | 10 |
| 2026-04-01 | £38.67 | £16.15 | £52.70 | 10 |
| 2026-03-31 | £41.51 | £16.15 | £63.09 | 10 |
| 2026-03-30 | £40.75 | £16.15 | £63.09 | 10 |
| 2026-03-29 | £37.63 | £16.15 | £63.09 | 10 |
| 2026-03-28 | £35.46 | £10.80 | £63.09 | 10 |
| 2026-03-27 | £38.82 | £16.15 | £63.09 | 10 |
| 2026-03-26 | £41.32 | £16.15 | £63.09 | 10 |
| 2026-03-25 | £41.32 | £16.15 | £63.09 | 10 |
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Game History
Pokémon Sapphire was developed by Game Freak and published by The Pokémon Company and Nintendo for the Game Boy Advance handheld console. It was created as part of the third generation of the Pokémon franchise, alongside its paired version Pokémon Ruby.
Pokémon Sapphire was first released in Japan on November 21, 2002. The game reached North America on March 17, 2003, and Europe on July 4, 2003. The staggered worldwide release followed Nintendo's standard publishing strategy for major franchise titles during that era.
Upon launch, Pokémon Sapphire received positive reviews from gaming media outlets and was a commercial success. Critics praised the expanded Pokédex, improved graphics over previous Game Boy Color titles, and the enhanced gameplay mechanics. The game sold millions of copies worldwide and became one of the best-selling Game Boy Advance titles, reinforcing Pokémon's dominance in the handheld gaming market.
Today, Pokémon Sapphire holds historical significance for collectors and gaming enthusiasts. Original cartridges remain sought-after, particularly first-print Japanese versions and complete in-box copies with original packaging. The game represents an important chapter in Pokémon's evolution during the handheld gaming era and marked the franchise's successful transition to 32-bit hardware with full color graphics and enhanced audio.
One notable aspect of Sapphire's development was the introduction of a substantially expanded roster of Pokémon, bringing the total to over 380 species. The game also introduced new gameplay features including double battles and Pokémon contests, which added depth to the overall experience beyond traditional turn-based combat.
The game later received a physical remake titled Pokémon Omega Sapphire for the Nintendo 3DS in 2014, which introduced modern mechanics and enhanced visuals while preserving the core experience. However, the original Game Boy Advance version remains a classic that defined the third-generation Pokémon experience and continues to be valued by collectors seeking authentic cartridge-based gaming from the early 2000s.