The GameCube is the latest in a series of hugely successful home gaming consoles by Nintendo, which means cheap GameCube games are readily available. Nintendo, the company, began a hundred years ago selling playing cards. Over time, Nintendo diversified into games. In the 1970s and 1980s Nintendo began selling coin-operated video games, including the highly successful Donkey Kong. In the 1980s, Nintendo introduced the Nintendo Entertainment System, Nintendo's first foray into the home gaming console market. Since that time, Nintendo has virtually dominated the market.

The GameCube, released in late 2001, continues Nintendo's commitment to innovating home gaming. The GameCube's compact shape and size contain within a powerful gaming engine capable of rendering smooth, precise graphics. The console has four controller ports built into the front of the machine. The GameCube also has connectivity options for online gameplay.

The games, however, are what truly set the GameCube apart. Many (if not most) games are released across all three platforms, but Nintendo offers an unparalleled history of quality game releases, starting with Super Mario Brothers in the 1980s (it has been said that, at this time, Mario was as recognizable among children as Mickey Mouse). GC games feature such now-iconic game characters as Donkey Kong, Zelda, Metroid, and Pokémon in their ongoing adventures. There are also a range of price points on the market at any given time, so users can choose between cheap GameCube games and the freshest titles.

Finding cheap GameCube games is a bit of a trick, but it's not impossible. Older games will usually retail for much less than brand-new ones. Buying used games is always an option as well, and can save a lot of money.