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Sonic the Hedgehog 3 CIB (Sega Genesis, 1994) Complete - Tested - Authentic

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (Sega Genesis) with plastic clamshell case, cover insert, and cartridge; manual is claimed CIB but not clearly shown in images.

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Pricing: Use as CIB/bundle pricing evidence only if manual presence is confirmed; images clearly show case+art+cartridge, but the manual is not visibly documented, so avoid using as clean CIB variant price without verification.

c1 case probable_known_match

Group
NA
Label
Sega Genesis black clamshell case (plastic)
Game
Sonic the Hedgehog 3
Platform
Sega Genesis
Region
US
Version
NA
Signals
Sega Genesis-style black clamshell with outer paper artwork insert
Codes/text
NA
Source claims
NA
Schema hints
{
  "variantContent": {
    "quantity": 1
  }
}
Condition
Visible scuffs/wear; hinges/clasp not closely inspected
Cond. score
7.0
Score reason
Typical used wear visible on plastic; no cracks clearly shown.
Confidence
0.76
  • image: Photos show black Genesis clamshell opened with cartridge and cover insert inside. 0.85

c2 other probable_known_match

Group
NA
Label
Cover art insert (paper, Sonic 3 / Genesis branding)
Game
Sonic the Hedgehog 3
Platform
Sega Genesis
Region
US
Version
NA
Signals
Front shows 'Rated by V.R.C. GA' | Back shows barcode and NTSC warning text
Codes/text
  • rating_mark: GA (Rated by V.R.C.) cover insert front; US-era VRC rating variant (pre-ESRB) consistent with original release period.
  • barcode: 0 10086 01079 4 cover insert back (bottom-left); UPC barcode digits matching product UPC 010086010794.
  • upc: 010086010794 product metadata; Matches the visible barcode digits on the cover insert back.
  • product_code: 670-3655 cover insert back (bottom-right); Sega product/distribution code; helps distinguish print/packaging.
  • region_mark: NTSC (Warning: Operates only with NTSC televisions...) cover insert back (bottom area); North America/US region packaging signal.
Source claims
NA
Schema hints
{
  "variantContent": {
    "quantity": 1
  }
}
Condition
Noticeable edge/corner wear and creasing; heavier wear at bottom edge
Cond. score
6.5
Score reason
Visible shelf wear/creasing and bottom-edge damage on the paper artwork.
Confidence
0.82
  • image: Front/back/spine of artwork shown with GA rating and barcode present. 0.9
  • product_metadata: Product UPC provided as 010086010794. 0.8

c3 game_media probable_known_match

Group
NA
Label
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 cartridge
Game
Sonic the Hedgehog 3
Platform
Sega Genesis
Region
US
Version
NA
Signals
Genesis cartridge label artwork matches Sonic 3
Codes/text
  • other_text: SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3 cartridge spine label; Confirms game title on cart label.
  • other_text: SEGA (embossed) / CAUTION text (embossed) cartridge back shell; Standard authentic-style Genesis shell markings; not definitive alone.
Source claims
NA
Schema hints
{
  "variantContent": {
    "quantity": 1
  }
}
Condition
Used; label appears intact, light wear; contacts not shown
Cond. score
7.5
Score reason
Label and shell appear clean with minor wear; no major label tears visible; unverified contacts.
Confidence
0.75
  • image: Cartridge shown in case and separately (spine and back). 0.85
  • title: Title states 'Tested - Authentic'. 0.6

c4 manual insufficient_evidence

Group
NA
Label
Instruction manual (claimed)
Game
Sonic the Hedgehog 3
Platform
Sega Genesis
Region
US
Version
NA
Signals
Codes/text
NA
Source claims
NA
Schema hints
{
  "variantContent": {
    "quantity": 1
  }
}
Condition
NA
Cond. score
5.5
Score reason
Manual is claimed by 'CIB/Complete' but not clearly shown; condition and authenticity cannot be assessed from provided images.
Confidence
0.4
  • title: Listing title includes 'CIB' and 'Complete'. 0.7
  • pricecharting: PriceCharting completeness indicates game_box_manual. 0.65

Unknown candidates

  • None reported.

Human review questions

  • Is the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 instruction manual actually included (and is it original)?
  • Do any photos show manual identifiers (e.g., part numbers, print codes) that confirm correct pairing with the packaging?
  • Are there any case/insert variant markers (e.g., Not For Resale) not visible in these images?

Warnings

  • Manual not visible in provided images; 'CIB/Complete' claim may be inaccurate.
  • Cartridge label/product code details (e.g., Sega catalog number on label) are not readable enough to verify specific cart revision.

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