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: Zhu Zhu Pets Limited Edition (from $1 loose), Shaberu! DS Oryouri Navi (from $1 loose), Otona no Joushikiryoku Training DS (from $1 loose), Otona Ryoku Kentei (from $1 loose), Katekyoo Hitman Reborn! DS Flame Rumble Hyper - Moeyo Mirai (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 ↕
Happy Hippo S	Action	$9	$10	$19	$21
Happy My Sweets	Action	$0	$15	$29	$32
Happy Party with Hello Kitty and Friends	Mini Games	$5	$9	$17	$19
Harlem Globetrotters World Tour	Sports	$4	$6	$11	$12
Harley Davidson Race Across America	Racing	$26	$29	$126	$470
Harriet #011 [Animal Crossing Series 1]	Other	$5	$0	$0	$0
Harry #124 [Animal Crossing Series 2]	Other	$1	$0	$0	$0
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1	Action	$7	$13	$27	$29
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2	Action	$11	$19	$24	$27
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire	Action Adventure	$9	$11	$25	$28
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince	Action Adventure	$9	$10	$26	$29
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix	Action Adventure	$8	$13	$17	$19
Haruhi Suzumiya's Series Super SOS Squad Collection [Limited Edition]	Action & Adventure	$0	$0	$0	$0
Harukanaru Toki No Naka De - Yume No Ukihashi	Role-Playing	$0	$4	$8	$9
Harvest Fishing	Sports	$4	$12	$30	$33
Harvest Moon	Strategy	$9	$11	$45	$200
Harvest Moon Ds	Strategy	$19	$25	$49	$150
Harvest Moon Ds Cute	Strategy	$35	$50	$80	$88
Harvest Moon DS: Grand Bazaar	Strategy	$19	$49	$99	$109
Harvest Moon DS: Sunshine Islands	Strategy	$17	$19	$37	$41
Harvest Moon DS Sunshine Islands [BradyGames]	Magazine	$17	$19	$0	$0
Harvest Moon Frantic Farming	Puzzle	$10	$15	$30	$33
Harvest Moon Friends Mineral Town	RPG	$32	$80	$150	$1 057
Harvest Moon: Friends of Mineral Town	Strategy	$22	$55	$185	$204
Harvest Moon Grand Bazaar	Strategy	$33	$51	$96	$98
Harvest Moon Island of Happiness	Strategy	$15	$21	$45	$49
Harvest Moon More Friends of Mineral Town	Strategy	$30	$83	$179	$270
Harvest Moon Sunshine Islands	Strategy	$21	$26	$46	$150
Harvest Moon: The Tale of Two Towns	Strategy	$19	$20	$44	$48
Harvest Time Hop and Fly	Edutainment	$10	$18	$35	$39
Harvey #417 [Animal Crossing Series 5]	Other	$7	$0	$0	$0
Hasbro Family Game Night	Board / Card Game	$6	$8	$18	$20
Hayate No Gotoku! Boku Ga Romiode Romio Ga Boku De [Collector's Edition]	Visual Novel	$0	$0	$0	$0
Hayate no Gotoku! Ojousama Produce Daisakusen Boku Iro ni Somare! Gakkou-Hen	Action	$0	$0	$0	$0
Hayate No Gotoku! Ojousama Produce Daisakusen Boku Iro Ni Somare! Oyashiki-Hen	Action	$0	$0	$0	$0
Hazel #248 [Animal Crossing Series 3]	Other	$5	$0	$0	$0
Headstart	Action & Adventure	$0	$26	$0	$0
Heads-Up Action Soccer	Puzzle	$20	$63	$126	$139
Heart Catch PreCure! Oshare Collection	Action	$0	$6	$12	$13
Heathcliff Frantic Foto	Puzzle	$5	$6	$13	$14
Heavy Armor Brigade	Simulation	$8	$12	$85	$93
Heimdall 2: Into The Hall Of Worlds	Action & Adventure	$0	$0	$0	$0
Heisa Byoutou: Dementium II	Action Adventure	$0	$0	$0	$0
Heisei Board of Education	Educational	$0	$0	$0	$0
Heisei Kyouikuiinkai DS	Educational	$0	$0	$0	$0
Heisei Kyouiku Iinkai DS	Edutainment	$2	$10	$19	$21
Hello Baby	Educational	$3	$5	$22	$24
Hello Kitty Big City Dreams	Puzzle	$14	$15	$30	$33
Hello Kitty Birthday Adventures	Action	$19	$22	$35	$38
Hello Kitty Daily	Application	$13	$20	$38	$42

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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 $26. 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. Zhu Zhu Pets Limited Edition — from $1 loose
2. Shaberu! DS Oryouri Navi — from $1 loose
3. Otona no Joushikiryoku Training DS — from $1 loose
4. Otona Ryoku Kentei — from $1 loose
5. Katekyoo Hitman Reborn! DS Flame Rumble Hyper - Moeyo Mirai — 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.