{"product_id":"yoshis-story-nintendo-64-very-good-loose","title":"Yoshi's Story - Nintendo 64 (Very Good, Loose)","description":"\u003c!-- ==================== PRODUCT OVERVIEW ==================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yoshi's Story\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNew or Used:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn Box or Loose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loose\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSave Battery Status*:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not Applicable – Does Not Use Battery\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e A nicely preserved Nintendo 64 copy of Yoshi's Story, this original cartridge is in very good condition with light signs of prior use and a clean, well-kept appearance. The label is fully intact with bright, colorful artwork and only minor surface wear, helping it stand out nicely on the shelf. The cartridge shell remains in great shape, and the contacts are clean and tested for consistent, reliable performance. A charming, well-presented example ready for your next journey through Yoshi’s colorful storybook world.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhotos show actual product for sale — no stock images used.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==================== WHAT’S INCLUDED ==================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eN64 Game Cartridge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManual \/ Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Retail Box:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtras:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==================== GAME DESCRIPTION ==================== --\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eGame Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Bounce into a handcrafted world of color and charm in \u003cstrong\u003eYoshi's Story\u003c\/strong\u003e, a side-scrolling adventure on the \u003cstrong\u003eNintendo 64\u003c\/strong\u003e console where exploration and creativity drive every level. Guiding \u003cstrong\u003eYoshi\u003c\/strong\u003e across storybook-style stages, you’ll collect fruit, navigate layered paths, and uncover hidden routes tucked within vibrant environments. The game’s playful tone is matched by a steady rhythm of movement and discovery, where each stage unfolds like a living pop-up book.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Expanding on the Yoshi series, \u003cstrong\u003eYoshi's Story\u003c\/strong\u003e stands out as a distinctive \u003cem\u003eplatformer for the Nintendo 64\u003c\/em\u003e, blending 2D side-scrolling gameplay with a 3D visual perspective. Instead of racing to the end, players must gather enough fruit to complete each level, encouraging exploration and thoughtful path selection. As a standout physical cartridge release from \u003cstrong\u003eNintendo\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eNintendo EAD\u003c\/strong\u003e, it remains a unique entry in the Mario universe and a favorite among collectors for its artistic presentation.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    What makes \u003cstrong\u003eYoshi's Story\u003c\/strong\u003e especially memorable is its focus on choice and replayability, allowing players to select different paths through each stage. Hidden areas, alternate routes, and collectible fruit create incentives to revisit levels and discover everything they have to offer. This blend of accessibility and layered exploration helped define its identity as one of the most visually distinct and creative platformers on the N64.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eGameplay Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eGuide \u003cstrong\u003eYoshi\u003c\/strong\u003e through 2.5D side-scrolling stages with branching paths and hidden exploration routes\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCollect fruit to complete levels, encouraging strategic route choices rather than simple level completion\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUse egg-throwing mechanics to defeat enemies and activate switches that unlock new areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eExplore handcrafted stages with layered environments that reveal secrets from multiple perspectives\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eChoose different Yoshis with unique colors, adding visual variety and personality to each playthrough\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eReplay levels to uncover hidden fruit and alternate routes, rewarding curiosity and exploration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003chr style=\"margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical Trivia or Fun Fact\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eYoshi's Story\u003c\/strong\u003e was developed by \u003cstrong\u003eNintendo EAD\u003c\/strong\u003e and released in 1998 as a follow-up to \u003cem\u003eYoshi’s Island\u003c\/em\u003e, shifting the series into a more simplified but visually unique direction. Its handcrafted aesthetic and pop-up book presentation helped it stand out among other platformers of the era. The game’s focus on exploration and replayability gave it a distinct identity within the Mario universe and lasting appeal among fans and collectors.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==================== ADDITIONAL DETAILS ==================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eAdditional Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard Release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==================== e.g. Standard Release, Player’s Choice, NFR ==================== --\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Platformer\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear Released:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1998\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nintendo\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeveloper:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nintendo EAD\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eESRB Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e E - Everyone\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 045496870171\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3975\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nintendo 64 Video Game Cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlatform:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nintendo 64 System (N64 Video Game Console)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e NTSC (North America, Canada)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==================== IMPORTANT INFORMATION ==================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e*Save battery (if present) has been tested or replaced and is verified working at the time of listing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePhotos show the exact item for sale — \u003cem\u003ewe never use stock images for used games\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAll used items are cleaned, tested, and 100% guaranteed to work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBacked by Retro Game Fan’s 60-day warranty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nintendo","offers":[{"title":"upxVGL","offer_id":42671197683799,"sku":"3975","price":58.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/4235\/files\/N64-Yoshis-Story-Very-Good-Loose-1-Cartridge-Front.webp?v=1775695969","url":"https:\/\/retrogamefan.com\/products\/yoshis-story-nintendo-64-very-good-loose","provider":"Retro Game Fan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}