The value of Rule of Rose, one of the rarest PlayStation 2 games, has recently dropped due to an influx of new copies entering the market. This game, developed by Punchline, became a collector’s item partly because of its controversial history, which included a canceled release in the UK. The controversy and limited availability in certain regions contributed to its high value among collectors.
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The recent drop in value is attributed to the discovery of unsold stock in Italy, where the European publisher 505 Games was based. These newly found copies have been made available for sale, increasing the supply and consequently reducing the game’s market price. This situation illustrates how the availability of previously rare items can impact their value, as the balance between supply and demand shifts.
While this influx of stock has temporarily decreased the game’s value, it remains to be seen if this will have a lasting effect, as the additional supply is finite and may eventually be exhausted. Rule of Rose continues to be a sought-after title due to its unique history and gameplay, despite the recent price adjustment.
