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), Zhu Zhu Pets Limited Edition (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 ↕
Karada Support Kenkyuujo: Tounyoubyou Hen	Other	$0	$0	$0	$0
Karaoke Klassiks 3 Male Standards Volume 1	Music	$0	$0	$0	$0
Karyssia Queen of Diamonds	Action & Adventure	$0	$0	$0	$0
Kaseki Chou-Shinka Spectrobes	Role-Playing	$0	$0	$0	$0
Katekyo Hitman Reborn! DS Fate of Heat II - Unmei no Futari	Role-Playing	$8	$8	$16	$18
Katekyo Hitman Reborn: Fate of Heat	Role-Playing	$10	$13	$26	$29
Katekyo Hitman Reborn: Fate of Heat lll [Limited Edition]	Action	$3	$28	$14	$15
Katekyoo Hitman Reborn! DS	Action	$6	$18	$35	$39
Katekyoo Hitman Reborn! DS Flame Rumble Hyper - Moeyo Mirai	Action	$1	$15	$0	$0
Katekyoo Hitman Reborn! DS Flame Rumble Kaien Ring Soudatsuen	Action	$0	$0	$0	$0
Katekyoo Hitman Reborn! Ore ga Boss! Saikyou Family Taisen	Action	$0	$0	$0	$0
Katie #107 [Animal Crossing Series 2]	Other	$8	$0	$0	$0
Katrina #303 [Animal Crossing Series 4]	Other	$16	$0	$0	$0
Katt #323 [Animal Crossing Series 4]	Other	$14	$0	$0	$0
Kawaii Koinu DS3	Simulation	$0	$0	$0	$0
Keaton #193 [Animal Crossing Series 2]	Other	$2	$0	$0	$0
Keiji J.B. Harold no Jikenbo: Satsujin Club	Action & Adventure	$0	$0	$0	$0
Kekkaishi: Karasumori Ayakashi Kidan	Action	$8	$11	$21	$23
Kekkaishi: Kokubourou Shuurai	Action	$0	$21	$43	$47
Ken #225 [Animal Crossing Series 3]	Other	$6	$0	$0	$0
Kenshuui Tendo Dokuta	Adventure	$8	$8	$17	$19
Kenshuui Tendo Dokuta 2: Inochi No Tenbin	Adventure	$0	$0	$0	$0
Keroro Gunsou: Enshuu Da Yo! Zenin Shuugou Part 2	Party / Minigame	$0	$0	$0	$0
Keroro RPG: Kishi to Musha to Densetsu no Kaizoku	Role-Playing	$41	$56	$111	$122
Keshikasu-Kun: Battle Kas-tival	Action	$5	$10	$21	$23
Ketsui Death Label [Limited Edition]	Shoot'em Up	$140	$170	$175	$193
Kevin #380 [Animal Crossing Series 4]	Other	$3	$0	$0	$0
Kicks #103 [Animal Crossing Series 2]	Other	$3	$0	$0	$0
Kicks #415 [Animal Crossing Series 5]	Other	$8	$0	$0	$0
Kid Cat #197 [Animal Crossing Series 2]	Other	$17	$0	$0	$0
Kidd #134 [Animal Crossing Series 2]	Other	$3	$0	$0	$0
Kidou Gekidan Haro Ichiza Gundam Mahjong DS	Board / Card Game	$0	$0	$0	$0
Kid Paddle: Blorks Invasion	Action & Adventure	$3	$6	$8	$9
Kid Paddle Lost In The Game	Action & Adventure	$4	$7	$16	$17
Kids	Edutainment	$95	$350	$522	$1 490
Kid's Cards	Action & Adventure	$3	$13	$10	$30
Kids Learn 2 Think	Edutainment	$7	$10	$28	$31
$Kids Learn Bundle: Math & Spelling - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting$ Kids Learn Bundle: Math & Spelling	Compilation	$10	$16	$46	$50
$Kids Learn Math - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting$ Kids Learn Math	Compilation	$6	$8	$16	$18
Kids Learn Music	Edutainment	$9	$10	$21	$24
Kids Learn & Play: Pets & Vets Bundle	Educational	$9	$13	$25	$27
Kids Learn Spelling Grammar	Compilation	$9	$11	$21	$23
Kids on Keys	Educational	$8	$10	$20	$22
Kids On Keys	Educational	$11	$13	$15	$16
Kids on Site	Other	$11	$17	$35	$39
Kids On Site	Simulation	$29	$64	$183	$202
Kids Pack	Compilation	$13	$15	$0	$0
Kids Pack 2	Compilation	$0	$0	$0	$0
Kids Play: The Back Pack Compilation	Simulation	$0	$0	$0	$0
Kikansha Thomas: Kokugo Sansuu Eigo	Edutainment	$0	$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. Zhu Zhu Pets Limited Edition — 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.