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 Ryoku Kentei (from $1 loose), Shaberu! DS Oryouri Navi (from $1 loose), Zhu Zhu Pets Limited Edition (from $1 loose), Otona no Joushikiryoku Training DS (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 ↕
International Athletics	Sports	$4	$7	$14	$15
Intervilles: Fais Gagner Ta Ville	Action & Adventure	$0	$0	$0	$0
Inukana No Ichizoku	Puzzle	$0	$26	$51	$56
Inuyasha Secret of the Divine Jewel	Role-Playing	$50	$91	$186	$700
Ione #434 [Animal Crossing Series 5]	Other	$9	$0	$0	$0
Iron Chef America Supreme Cuisine	Simulation	$3	$8	$9	$10
Iron Man	Role-Playing	$5	$7	$16	$150
Iron Man 2	Role-Playing	$6	$10	$20	$22
Iron Master: The Legendary Blacksmith	Simulation	$0	$0	$0	$0
Isabelle #001 [Animal Crossing Series 1]	Other	$5	$0	$0	$0
Isabelle #113 [Animal Crossing Series 2]	Other	$4	$0	$0	$0
Isabelle #215 [Animal Crossing Series 3]	Other	$4	$0	$0	$0
Isabelle #301 [Animal Crossing Series 4]	Other	$5	$0	$0	$0
Isabelle #424 [Animal Crossing Series 5]	Other	$9	$0	$0	$0
I Spy Castle	Puzzle	$4	$7	$9	$10
I Spy Funhouse	Other	$4	$5	$10	$11
I Spy Universe	Puzzle	$6	$6	$8	$9
I SPY Universe/I SPY Fun House Game Pack	Puzzle	$7	$8	$16	$18
Itadaki Street DS	Board / Card Game	$14	$20	$41	$45
Itsu Demo Doko Demo Dekiru Shogi: AI Shogi DS	Board / Card Game	$0	$0	$0	$0
Ivy the Kiwi	Action	$18	$31	$58	$64
I Wanna Be A Popstar	Karaoke	$0	$1	$2	$2
Izuna 2 The Unemployed Ninja Returns	Role-Playing	$50	$125	$175	$192
Izuna Legend of the Unemployed Ninja	Role-Playing	$70	$137	$195	$292
Jack #117 [Animal Crossing Series 2]	Other	$13	$0	$0	$0
Jackass The Game	Action	$13	$35	$67	$72
Jack's House of Cards [Enterprise Cassette]	Platformer	$0	$0	$0	$0
Jacob #18 [Animal Crossing Welcome Amiibo]	Other	$15	$0	$0	$0
Jacques #370 [Animal Crossing Series 4]	Other	$5	$0	$0	$0
Jag Ads	Movie	$0	$0	$0	$0
Jagged Alliance Ds	Strategy	$9	$17	$24	$26
Jake Hunter Detective Chronicles	Adventure	$11	$15	$26	$29
Jake Hunter Detective Story: Memories of the Past	Visual Novel	$50	$86	$110	$121
Jake Power Fireman	Action	$3	$8	$15	$17
Jake Power Handyman	Simulation	$4	$8	$15	$17
Jake Power Policeman	Adventure	$4	$6	$11	$12
Jambette #028 [Animal Crossing Series 1]	Other	$2	$0	$0	$0
Jambo Safari Animal Rescue	Racing	$14	$19	$36	$40
Jambo! Safari Animal Rescue	Racing	$5	$6	$12	$13
James Patterson's Women's Murder Club: Games of Passion	Action & Adventure	$5	$7	$12	$13
James Pond Codename Robocod	Action	$11	$13	$25	$28
Jam Sessions	Action	$3	$5	$5	$6
Jam Sessions 2	Action	$4	$5	$8	$9
Jam with the Band	Action	$4	$7	$11	$13
Jane's Hotel	Simulation	$12	$20	$29	$32
Jan Sangoku Musou	Board / Card Game	$0	$1	$3	$3
Jaqueline Wilson's Tracey Beaker The Game	RPG	$3	$4	$8	$9
Jay #175 [Animal Crossing Series 2]	Other	$3	$0	$0	$0
Jelly Belly Ballistic Beans	Puzzle	$5	$7	$14	$15
Jenga	Puzzle	$4	$7	$11	$12

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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 $20. 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 Ryoku Kentei — from $1 loose
2. Shaberu! DS Oryouri Navi — from $1 loose
3. Zhu Zhu Pets Limited Edition — from $1 loose
4. Otona no Joushikiryoku Training DS — 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.