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: Katekyoo Hitman Reborn! DS Flame Rumble Hyper - Moeyo Mirai (from $1 loose), Shaberu! DS Oryouri Navi (from $1 loose), Otona no Joushikiryoku Training DS (from $1 loose), Zhu Zhu Pets Limited Edition (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 ↕
Daikoukai Jidai IV: Rota Nova	Strategy	$0	$0	$0	$0
Daisy Baseball [Mario Sports Superstars]	Other	$4	$0	$0	$0
Daisy Golf [Mario Sports Superstars]	Other	$3	$0	$0	$0
Daisy Horse Racing [Mario Sports Superstars]	Other	$3	$0	$0	$0
Daisy Mae #414 [Animal Crossing Series 5]	Other	$14	$0	$0	$0
Daisy Soccer [Mario Sports Superstars]	Other	$1	$0	$0	$0
Daisy Tennis [Mario Sports Superstars]	Other	$1	$0	$0	$0
Dancing On Ice	Sports	$0	$5	$12	$13
Dancing With The Stars We Dance	Action	$3	$8	$15	$17
Daniel X: The Ultimate Power	Action	$7	$8	$13	$14
Danny Phantom Urban Jungle	Action	$15	$15	$26	$28
Daredemo Asobi Taizen	Board / Card Game	$5	$8	$15	$17
Daredemo Kantan: Chou Chikun No Tsumego	Board / Card Game	$0	$0	$0	$0
Darkhorn: Realm of the Warlords	Action & Adventure	$0	$0	$0	$0
Darkrai Distribution	Demo & NFR	$2 326	$3 250	$6 175	$6 793
Das Haus Anubis: Das Geheimnis Des Osiris	Adventure	$0	$6	$12	$13
Das Haus Anubis: Im Bann Der Isis	Adventure	$1	$6	$11	$12
Das Verruckte Labyrinth	Board / Card Game	$0	$0	$0	$0
Das Weiss Doch Jedes Kind	Trivia	$0	$0	$0	$0
Dawn of Discovery	Simulation	$7	$11	$13	$15
Dawn of Heroes	Strategy	$10	$16	$33	$36
Days Of Memories 3	Adventure	$222	$735	$1 471	$1 618
Dead N Furious	Action	$10	$13	$24	$26
Deal of No Deal	Other	$0	$12	$23	$25
Deal or No Deal	Trivia / Game Show	$3	$8	$9	$10
Deal or No Deal [Special Edition]	Trivia / Game Show	$5	$6	$9	$10
Deal Or No Deal [Special Edition Bundle]	Other	$0	$7	$37	$41
Death Jr & the Science Fair of Doom	Action & Adventure	$7	$16	$28	$31
Death Note: Kira Game	Adventure	$20	$25	$106	$117
Death Note: L O Tsugu Mono	Adventure	$30	$42	$84	$92
De Blob 2	Platformer	$9	$10	$15	$17
Deca Sports Ds	Sports	$4	$7	$16	$17
Deena #054 [Animal Crossing Series 1]	Other	$2	$0	$0	$0
Deep Labyrinth	Role-Playing	$20	$28	$50	$55
Deep Pockets: Super Pro Pool and Billiards	Simulation	$0	$0	$0	$0
Deep Pockets Super Pro Pool Billiards	Strategy	$12	$25	$50	$55
Deep Sea Aquarium By DS	Other	$0	$15	$28	$31
Deer Drive	Sports	$9	$12	$23	$25
Defendin De Penguin	Strategy	$4	$7	$7	$7
Defendin' De Penguin	Strategy	$3	$7	$14	$15
Deine Eigene Modenschau	Simulation	$0	$0	$0	$0
Deirdre #240 [Animal Crossing Series 3]	Other	$4	$0	$0	$0
Dekiru Otoko no Mote Life: Hiru no Mote Kouza Hen	Other	$0	$0	$0	$0
Del #223 [Animal Crossing Series 3]	Other	$4	$0	$0	$0
Deli #035 [Animal Crossing Series 1]	Other	$3	$0	$0	$0
Delphin Trainer	Role-Playing	$0	$0	$0	$0
De Magische 10	Educational	$0	$0	$0	$0
Dementium	Action Adventure	$0	$45	$90	$99
Dementium Ii	Action Adventure	$80	$160	$310	$310
Dementium The Ward	Action Adventure	$45	$71	$134	$575

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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 $29. 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. Katekyoo Hitman Reborn! DS Flame Rumble Hyper - Moeyo Mirai — from $1 loose
2. Shaberu! DS Oryouri Navi — from $1 loose
3. Otona no Joushikiryoku Training DS — from $1 loose
4. Zhu Zhu Pets Limited Edition — 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.