Because of its scarcity and unusual gameplay, Big Nose Freaks Out on the NES is considered a collector's item. Codemasters launched the game in 1992 as part of the Big Nose the Caveman series. While the game garnered poor reviews upon its first release, its rarity and cult following among NES collectors aided in its appeal. Finding a decent copy of Big Nose Freaks Out in excellent condition can be difficult, increasing its value among collectors. However, because to its relatively obscure position and lack of mass recognition, its value is often lower than that of other rare NES titles.