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: Shaberu! DS Oryouri Navi (from $1 loose), Katekyoo Hitman Reborn! DS Flame Rumble Hyper - Moeyo Mirai (from $1 loose), Zhu Zhu Pets Limited Edition (from $1 loose), Otona no Joushikiryoku Training DS (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 ↕
Ferrari Challenge	Racing	$7	$11	$30	$33
Ferrari Challenge Deluxe	Racing	$0	$0	$0	$0
Feud: Battle Of The Wizards	Trivia / Game Show	$20	$44	$90	$99
Fields Of Glory	Strategy	$40	$44	$87	$96
Fifa 06	Sports	$4	$9	$18	$20
Fifa 07	Sports	$5	$7	$20	$22
Fifa 08	Sports	$6	$7	$11	$12
FIFA 09	Sports	$5	$6	$11	$12
FIFA 10	Sports	$4	$6	$11	$12
FIFA 11	Sports	$6	$6	$12	$13
Fifa Soccer 09	Sports	$4	$8	$12	$13
Fifa Soccer 10	Sports	$6	$17	$23	$25
Fifa Soccer 11	Sports	$6	$15	$20	$22
Fifa Street 2	Sports	$9	$12	$23	$25
Fifa Street 3	Sports	$8	$17	$31	$34
Fifa World Cup Germany 2006	Sports	$13	$20	$38	$42
Fifi and the Flowertots	Action & Adventure	$3	$5	$8	$9
Fighting Fantasy: The Warlock of Firetop Mountain	Role-Playing	$65	$179	$244	$269
Filbert #165 [Animal Crossing Series 2]	Other	$7	$0	$0	$0
Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: Echoes of Time	Role-Playing	$19	$28	$35	$76
Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles Ring of Fates	Role-Playing	$15	$16	$28	$93
Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles Ring of Fates [Not for Resale]	Other	$56	$0	$0	$0
Final Fantasy Fables Chocobo Tales	Action Adventure	$22	$27	$37	$114
Final Fantasy Iii	Role-Playing	$10	$20	$41	$118
Final Fantasy Iv	Role-Playing	$22	$32	$56	$82
Final Fantasy Tactics A2	Strategy	$28	$43	$80	$169
Final Fantasy: The 4 Heroes of Light	Role-Playing	$20	$35	$55	$132
Final Fantasy Xii Revenant Wings	Strategy	$19	$30	$45	$92
Finding Nemo Escape to the Big Blue	Action	$6	$8	$11	$12
Find It! Keroro Gunsou The Big Mission To Find Mistakes	Puzzle	$0	$0	$0	$0
Firebirds	Action & Adventure	$0	$0	$0	$0
Fire Emblem Shadow Dragon	Strategy	$30	$80	$150	$190
Fire Emblem: Shin Monsho no Nazo	Strategy	$50	$54	$108	$119
Fireman Sam	Action & Adventure	$3	$4	$8	$9
Fishdom	Puzzle	$9	$13	$19	$20
Fish Tycoon	Strategy	$13	$14	$20	$21
Fit For Fun: Der Interatktive Ernährungscoach	Edutainment	$0	$0	$0	$0
Fit Furs Gymnasium: Grundschule 1-4 Klasse	Edutainment	$0	$0	$0	$0
Fix It Home Improvement	Action	$4	$6	$12	$13
Fizz	Puzzle	$5	$0	$10	$11
Flaklypa Grand Prix	Party / Minigame	$0	$432	$820	$903
Flash Focus Vision Training	Edutainment	$4	$5	$7	$8
Flick #413 [Animal Crossing Series 5]	Other	$21	$0	$0	$0
Flip #177 [Animal Crossing Series 2]	Other	$3	$0	$0	$0
Flipper Critters	Action	$4	$8	$12	$13
Flips: Artemis Fowl	Edutainment	$5	$7	$12	$13
Flips: Cathy Cassidy 6 Books	Edutainment	$0	$3	$6	$7
Fl├Ñklypa Grand Prix [Bjergk├©bing Grand Prix]	Mini Games	$15	$0	$0	$0
Flo #073 [Animal Crossing Series 1]	Other	$2	$0	$0	$0
Flora #274 [Animal Crossing Series 3]	Other	$20	$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 $24. 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. Shaberu! DS Oryouri Navi — 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. Otona no Joushikiryoku Training DS — 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.