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Nintendo DS Games Price Guide

Last update : Jun 27, 2026

Current values and prices for all Nintendo DS retro games

Min Price

$1

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
1
Zelda Twilight Princess
6400$ CIB
Darkrai Distribution
2
Darkrai Distribution
3250$ CIB
Pokemon Emerald [Plays On DS]
3
Pokemon Emerald [Plays On DS]
3075$ CIB
Crossed Swords II
4
Crossed Swords II
3000$ CIB
Pokemon Distribution Cartridge
5
Pokemon Distribution Cartridge
1978$ CIB
Pokemon HeartGold Version [Figure Bundle]
6
Pokemon HeartGold Version [Figure Bundle]
1448$ CIB
Pokemon [Liberty Pass]
7
Pokemon [Liberty Pass]
1137$ CIB
Battletoads Double Dragon
8
Battletoads Double Dragon
1004$ CIB
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Carrie #13 [Animal Crossing Welcome Amiibo] - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Carrie #13 [Animal Crossing Welcome Amiibo] $7 $0 $0 $0
Cars - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Cars $4 $7 $17 $18
Cars 2 - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Cars 2 $6 $7 $16 $48
Cars Mater National Championship - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Cars Mater National Championship $6 $7 $30 $33
Cars Mater-National Championship - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Cars Mater-National Championship $5 $6 $12 $13
Cars Mater-National Championship [Gift Set] - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Cars Mater-National Championship [Gift Set] $0 $0 $0 $0
Cars Race O Rama - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Cars Race O Rama $6 $9 $23 $25
Cars Race-O-Rama - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Cars Race-O-Rama $5 $6 $11 $12
Cartoon Network Racing - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Cartoon Network Racing $10 $15 $21 $24
Cashmere #39 [Animal Crossing Welcome Amiibo] - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Cashmere #39 [Animal Crossing Welcome Amiibo] $18 $0 $0 $0
Casper Scare School Classroom Capers - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Casper Scare School Classroom Capers $6 $10 $19 $21
Casper Scare School Spooky Sports Day - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Casper Scare School Spooky Sports Day $3 $8 $10 $11
Casper's Scare School: Classroom Capers - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Casper's Scare School: Classroom Capers $4 $6 $11 $12
Casper S Scare School Spooky Sports Day - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Casper S Scare School Spooky Sports Day $6 $9 $17 $19
Castlevania: Cross of the Blue Moon - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Castlevania: Cross of the Blue Moon $0 $135 $270 $297
Castlevania Dawn of Sorrow - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Castlevania Dawn of Sorrow $29 $45 $109 $315
Castlevania Dawn of Sorrow [Konami's Best] - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Castlevania Dawn of Sorrow [Konami's Best] $21 $30 $57 $63
Castlevania Dawn of Sorrow [Not for Resale] - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Castlevania Dawn of Sorrow [Not for Resale] $75 $0 $0 $0
Castlevania Legends - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Castlevania Legends $171 $800 $996 $2 705
Castlevania: Lords of Shadow [Bradygames] - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Castlevania: Lords of Shadow [Bradygames] $15 $22 $0 $0
Castlevania Order of Ecclesia - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Castlevania Order of Ecclesia $36 $60 $130 $208
Castlevania Portrait of Ruin - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Castlevania Portrait of Ruin $24 $35 $83 $134
Casual Mania - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Casual Mania $5 $7 $15 $17
Catan - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Catan $0 $8 $19 $21
Catch! Touch! Yoshi - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Catch! Touch! Yoshi $12 $13 $27 $30
Cate West: The Vanishing Files - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Cate West: The Vanishing Files $7 $9 $14 $15
Cats Academy - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Cats Academy $5 $6 $11 $12
Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore $5 $8 $13 $14
Catz - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Catz $5 $8 $15 $17
Catz 2 - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Catz 2 $0 $0 $0 $0
Celeste #305 [Animal Crossing Series 4] - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Celeste #305 [Animal Crossing Series 4] $13 $0 $0 $0
Celeste #407 [Animal Crossing Series 5] - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Celeste #407 [Animal Crossing Series 5] $8 $0 $0 $0
Celia #363 [Animal Crossing Series 4] - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Celia #363 [Animal Crossing Series 4] $6 $0 $0 $0
Centipede Breakout and Warlords - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Centipede Breakout and Warlords $5 $15 $22 $24
Centipede Breakout Warlords - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Centipede Breakout Warlords $8 $30 $20 $21
Centropods - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Centropods $5 $5 $0 $0
Cephalobot #439 [Animal Crossing Series 5] - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Cephalobot #439 [Animal Crossing Series 5] $5 $0 $0 $0
Cesar Millan's Dog Whisperer - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Cesar Millan's Dog Whisperer $2 $5 $9 $9
Chadder #284 [Animal Crossing Series 3] - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Chadder #284 [Animal Crossing Series 3] $4 $0 $0 $0
Chainz Galaxy - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Chainz Galaxy $3 $5 $9 $10
Chai #S4 [Animal Crossing Sanrio] - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Chai #S4 [Animal Crossing Sanrio] $5 $0 $0 $0
Challenge Me Brain Puzzles - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Challenge Me Brain Puzzles $4 $5 $5 $6
Challenge Me Brain Puzzles 2 - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Challenge Me Brain Puzzles 2 $9 $15 $28 $31
Challenge Me Math Workout - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Challenge Me Math Workout $5 $8 $10 $11
Challenge Me Word Puzzles - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Challenge Me Word Puzzles $12 $18 $34 $37
Chameleon To Dye For - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Chameleon To Dye For $4 $8 $15 $17
Championship Pony - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Championship Pony $5 $7 $14 $15
Chaotic Shadow Warrior - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Chaotic Shadow Warrior $0 $25 $48 $53
Chaotic Shadow Warriors - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Chaotic Shadow Warriors $6 $11 $16 $18
Charlise #186 [Animal Crossing Series 2] - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Charlise #186 [Animal Crossing Series 2] $2 $0 $0 $0
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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. Katekyoo Hitman Reborn! DS Flame Rumble Hyper - Moeyo Mirai — from $1 loose
3. Zhu Zhu Pets Limited Edition — from $1 loose
4. Shaberu! DS Oryouri Navi — 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.