Nintendo DS Games Price Guide

Q: What are the most valuable Nintendo DS games?

The most valuable Nintendo DS games are: Zelda Twilight Princess ($6400 CIB), Darkrai Distribution ($3250 CIB), Pokemon Emerald [Plays On DS] ($3075 CIB), Crossed Swords II ($3000 CIB), Pokemon Distribution Cartridge ($1978 CIB)

Q: How much does a Nintendo DS game cost?

The most affordable Nintendo DS games start at: Otona no Joushikiryoku Training DS (from $1 loose), Zhu Zhu Pets Limited Edition (from $1 loose), Shaberu! DS Oryouri Navi (from $1 loose), Katekyoo Hitman Reborn! DS Flame Rumble Hyper - Moeyo Mirai (from $1 loose), Otona Ryoku Kentei (from $1 loose)

Q: How many Nintendo DS games are there?

RetroCharting tracks 4,659 Nintendo DS games, with 1,000 having a known market price. Updated daily.

Q: How do I know if my Nintendo DS game is rare and valuable?

The rarity of a Nintendo DS game depends on its production run, condition (loose < CIB < sealed), collector demand, and regional edition. Check the game's detail page on RetroCharting for its real-time price.

Last update : Jun 27, 2026

Current values and prices for all Nintendo DS retro games

Min Price

CIB

Median Price

$12

CIB

Max Price

$6 400

Zelda Twilight Princess

Total Games

4,659

Games

Real-time data powered by Hybrid Velocity using PriceCharting, eBay, and specialized platforms.

Nintendo DS games Value & Trends

Nintendo DS Market Analysis (2026)

In 2026, the Nintendo DS market shows an interesting dynamic. Among the 4659 titles tracked in our database, the current value guide indicates this is an affordable platform. For collectors, the median budget to acquire a complete-in-box (CIB) game currently sits around $12. This reflects the growing demand and premium placed on mint condition items. However, excellent classics can still be found starting at $1.

This price surge is particularly noticeable on highly sought-after games like Zelda Twilight Princess, a true holy grail for the system, whose CIB value now reaches heights of $6400. The huge price gap between loose copies and complete ones confirms the massive premium collectors are willing to pay for original cardboard boxes and manuals.

Most Rare & Expensive Nintendo DS Games in 2026

Zelda Twilight Princess

6400$ CIB

Darkrai Distribution

3250$ CIB

Pokemon Emerald [Plays On DS]

3075$ CIB

Crossed Swords II

3000$ CIB

Pokemon Distribution Cartridge

1978$ CIB

Pokemon HeartGold Version [Figure Bundle]

1448$ CIB

Pokemon [Liberty Pass]

1137$ CIB

Battletoads Double Dragon

1004$ CIB

Title ↑	Genre ↕	Loose ↕	CIB ↕	New ↕	Graded ↕
Boyd #21 [Animal Crossing Welcome Amiibo]	Other	$11	$0	$0	$0
Brain Age	Adventure	$6	$8	$11	$72
Brain Age 2	Edutainment	$4	$6	$9	$10
Brain Age 2 [Not for Resale]	Educational	$17	$0	$0	$0
Brain Age [Gift From Nintendo - GDC:06]	Educational	$0	$0	$0	$0
Brain Age [Not For Resale]	Educational	$23	$0	$0	$0
Brain Assist	Board / Card Game	$5	$5	$10	$11
Brain Boost Beta Wave	Edutainment	$4	$4	$8	$9
Brain Boost Gamma Wave	Edutainment	$5	$5	$8	$9
Brain Buster Puzzle Pak	Puzzle	$6	$8	$15	$17
Brain Challenge	Edutainment	$6	$7	$13	$14
Brain Quest Grades 3 4	Edutainment	$3	$5	$9	$10
Brain Quest Grades 5 6	Edutainment	$2	$6	$10	$11
Brain Training	Edutainment	$3	$4	$15	$17
Brain Voyage	Puzzle	$5	$6	$12	$13
Bratz 4 Real	Adventure	$10	$12	$19	$21
Bratz Fashion Boutique	Simulation	$13	$16	$16	$18
Bratz Forever Diamondz	Action Adventure	$12	$14	$32	$35
Bratz Girlz Really Rock	Action	$10	$14	$18	$20
Bratz Kidz	Action	$16	$16	$30	$33
Bratz Ponyz	Simulation	$10	$15	$25	$27
Bratz Ponyz 2	Simulation	$10	$14	$19	$21
Bratz Super Babyz	Action	$13	$13	$17	$19
Brave: Shaman's Challenge	Puzzle	$0	$0	$0	$0
Brave Story: Boku No Kioku To Negai	Role-Playing	$0	$0	$0	$0
Break Em All	Action	$7	$10	$13	$15
Bree #269 [Animal Crossing Series 3]	Other	$4	$0	$0	$0
Brewster #302 [Animal Crossing Series 4]	Other	$14	$0	$0	$0
Broadsides	Action & Adventure	$0	$35	$70	$77
Broccolo #149 [Animal Crossing Series 2]	Other	$3	$0	$0	$0
Broffina #329 [Animal Crossing Series 4]	Other	$5	$0	$0	$0
Broken Sword The Shadow of the Templars	Adventure	$8	$14	$33	$36
Broodslayer	Action & Adventure	$0	$0	$0	$0
Brothers in Arms DS	Action	$5	$8	$16	$18
Brothers in Arms War Stories	Action & Adventure	$9	$11	$35	$39
Bruce #389 [Animal Crossing Series 4]	Other	$5	$0	$0	$0
B Team Metal Cartoon Squad	Strategy	$16	$24	$46	$51
Bubble Bobble 4 Friends	Arcade	$0	$22	$49	$53
Bubble Bobble Double Shot	Action	$14	$17	$29	$32
Bubble Bobble Featuring Rainbow Islands	Puzzle	$25	$55	$95	$104
Bubble Bobble Revolution	Action	$12	$15	$33	$36
Bubble Bobble Revolution [USA-1]	Action & Adventure	$57	$112	$213	$234
Bubbles #228 [Animal Crossing Series 3]	Other	$2	$0	$0	$0
Buck #268 [Animal Crossing Series 3]	Other	$3	$0	$0	$0
Bud #169 [Animal Crossing Series 2]	Other	$3	$0	$0	$0
Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Chaos Bleeds [Prima]	Action Adventure	$14	$22	$0	$0
Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Sacrifice	Action Adventure	$36	$88	$167	$184
Build-A-Bear Workshop	Simulation	$7	$8	$18	$19
Build-A-Bear Workshop: Welcome to Hugsville	Other	$6	$7	$13	$14
Build-A-Lot	Strategy	$11	$12	$22	$24

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How much are Nintendo DS games worth?

The value of a Nintendo DS game depends on its condition and rarity. For a complete-in-box (CIB) copy, the current median market price is $12. For a loose copy (cartridge or disc only), the average price is around $28. Prices range from $1 for common titles up to $6,400.48 for the rarest games.

What are the most valuable Nintendo DS games?

Here are the highest-valued Nintendo DS games on the retro gaming market:

1. Zelda Twilight Princess — $6400 CIB
2. Darkrai Distribution — $3250 CIB
3. Pokemon Emerald [Plays On DS] — $3075 CIB
4. Crossed Swords II — $3000 CIB
5. Pokemon Distribution Cartridge — $1978 CIB

How much does a Nintendo DS game cost?

Nintendo DS games are very accessible for collectors. The most affordable titles start at:

1. Otona no Joushikiryoku Training DS — from $1 loose
2. Zhu Zhu Pets Limited Edition — from $1 loose
3. Shaberu! DS Oryouri Navi — from $1 loose
4. Katekyoo Hitman Reborn! DS Flame Rumble Hyper - Moeyo Mirai — from $1 loose
5. Otona Ryoku Kentei — from $1 loose

These prices are for loose copies. Expect to pay more for a complete-in-box (CIB) version.

How many Nintendo DS games are there?

RetroCharting tracks 4,659 Nintendo DS games in its database, with 1,000 titles having a known market price. Our database is updated daily through our multi-source price tracking algorithm.

How do I know if my Nintendo DS game is rare and valuable?

Several factors determine the rarity and value of a Nintendo DS game:

1. Production run — Games produced in small quantities or quickly discontinued are naturally rarer.
2. Condition — A complete-in-box (CIB) copy is generally worth 2 to 5 times more than a loose copy. A sealed copy can be worth 10x more.
3. Collector demand — Certain genres (RPGs, sports games, fighting games) have very high demand.
4. Regional edition — PAL or Japanese versions can be rarer depending on the title.

To find the exact value of your game, check its detail page on RetroCharting where you'll find real-time prices and historical price trends.