I know this thread is sitting at 19 days since last touched, but if you want my personal list of "best under $20 loose NES games" you came to the right person :P
I own over half the entire NES collection and have played many more than that.
I will only list titles that haven't been listed previously and in no particular order.
1. The Lone Ranger = This is a great game that you can usually pick up for around $20 if you look hard enough. It is still worth the higher prices you see as well. Easily one of my top NES games under the category "hidden gems." You never hear anyone talking about it, but it's easily one of the best games out there that you don't hear about every day.
2. Adventures of Lolo 1 and 2 (I would list 3 but you wont get it for $20) These are some very fun puzzle games that feel truly rewarding for completing each level and especially when you finally finish the games.
3. The Battle of Olympus = Great game that plays a lot like Faxanadu, Castlevania 2, Zelda 2, etc. You can get it relatively cheap for around $10 or so. Also has a killer soundtrack (one of my favorites, although Journey to Silius is my favorite of all time).
4. Chip N Dale Rescue Rangers = Great platformer with nice graphics, easy to grasp gameplay, and another "hidden gem" if you will. Probably about $15.
5. Contra and Super C = both can be had for less than $20 and they are great games. Side scrolling shooters of the BEST KIND.
6. Double Dragon III = The best DD on the NES regardless of what you will hear. Some people knock the difficulty, but this game is a masterpiece. Should cost around $13-$20.
7. Dr. Mario = Great puzzle game, great soundtrack, and it's Mario. Should easily find this one for under $10.
8. Faxanadu = Another great side scroll/platformer with exploring elements, weapons, armor, shields, spells and dragons to boot. Did I mention ANOTHER killer soundtrack? Must buy... You can find this one DIRT cheap most of the time.
9. Jackal = Fun game that puts you in charge of a jeep with some firepower that must clear it's way down a long road ahead. Imagine an early jet fighter like 1942-1943 in a jeep. Cheap.
10. Kabuki Quantum Fighter = Imagine a Contra/Ninja Gaiden mix and there you go. Great game that goes as another "hidden gem."
11. RBI Baseball = Probably the best baseball series on the NES.. arguably. It is to me at least. You can get RBI 1, 2, or 3 for a decent price.
12. RC Pro AM = My favorite racing game on the NES by no short margin. Cheap.
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I hope a few of those help. If not, I can fine tune a list for you if you have specific genres you are looking for. :)
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