Link: The Faces of Evil (CDI, 1993) (Zelda)

Link: The Faces of Evil for Philips CD-i is the most infamous Zelda game ever made — and that's exactly why collectors want it. The 1993 side-scroller, developed by Animation Magic, features the same legendarily awful cut-scenes as its companion title Zelda: The Wand of Gamelon. Internet meme culture turned these games into icons.

As a licensed Nintendo title on the CD-i, scarcity is built in. The platform sold poorly, and most owners didn't buy many games. Complete copies with long-box case and manual are the premium tier. The game is more of a display piece and talking point than something you'd play seriously — but that's the appeal.

CD-i disc rot is the primary concern. Hold the disc to light and check for pinholes or clouding. The long-box case is fragile — cracked hinges are common. Verify the manual is present and matches the region. Loose discs circulate cheaply but miss the point of collecting this title.