Sin and Punishment N64
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Price History
| Date | Avg Price | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-05 | £109.75 | £7.59 | £216.63 | 6 |
| 2026-04-04 | £109.75 | £7.59 | £216.63 | 6 |
| 2026-04-03 | £109.93 | £8.66 | £216.63 | 6 |
| 2026-04-02 | £109.93 | £8.66 | £216.63 | 6 |
| 2026-04-01 | £109.93 | £8.66 | £216.63 | 6 |
| 2026-03-31 | £109.93 | £8.66 | £216.63 | 6 |
| 2026-03-30 | £109.29 | £8.66 | £216.63 | 7 |
| 2026-03-29 | £109.29 | £8.66 | £216.63 | 7 |
| 2026-03-28 | £109.29 | £8.66 | £216.63 | 7 |
| 2026-03-27 | £109.29 | £8.66 | £216.63 | 7 |
| 2026-03-26 | £109.33 | £8.66 | £216.63 | 6 |
| 2026-03-25 | £109.32 | £8.66 | £216.63 | 6 |
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Game History
Sin and Punishment was developed by Treasure and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo 64. The game was released in Japan on December 21, 2000, and later localized for North American release on March 19, 2002. It never received an official European release during the N64's lifetime, making it region-exclusive for much of its history.
The game was a rail shooter that combined fast-paced action with a distinctive visual style. Players controlled the protagonist Aksys as he fought through enemies on predetermined paths while maintaining control over aiming and movement. The gameplay emphasized high scores and skill-based mechanics, featuring boss battles and cooperative two-player modes.
Sin and Punishment received positive critical reception from gaming media upon its North American release. Critics praised its innovative gameplay mechanics, vibrant graphics, and challenging difficulty. However, the game was a commercial disappointment in both regions, selling modestly compared to other N64 titles. Its niche appeal as a rail shooter limited its audience during an era when the genre was less mainstream in Western markets.
Today, Sin and Punishment holds significant value among retro game collectors, particularly the Japanese version which commands higher prices due to its earlier release and relative scarcity. The game's cult status has grown substantially since its original release, aided by its inclusion in Nintendo Switch Online's Expansion Pack in 2022, which introduced it to a new generation of players.
An interesting aspect of the game's legacy is that it received a spiritual successor, Sin and Punishment: Star Successor, released for the Nintendo Wii in 2009. This sequel demonstrated the enduring appeal of the original game to a dedicated fanbase. The original N64 cartridge remains sought-after by collectors due to its relative rarity and the growing recognition of Treasure's contributions to video game design. The game exemplifies how titles that underperformed commercially at launch can achieve cult status and historical significance decades later as appreciation for the company's innovative design philosophies has grown.