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), Otona Ryoku Kentei (from $1 loose), Otona no Joushikiryoku Training DS (from $1 loose), Shaberu! DS Oryouri Navi (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 28, 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 ↕
Learn to Play Chess with Fritz and Chesster	Other	$17	$18	$34	$37
Learn with Pokemon: Typing Adventure	Edutainment	$25	$158	$327	$500
Lecon De Cuisine	Puzzle	$0	$3	$5	$6
Leeds Powerbox	Simulation	$0	$0	$0	$0
Left Brain Right Brain	Puzzle	$6	$6	$9	$10
Left Brain Right Brain 2	Edutainment	$3	$5	$9	$10
Left or Right	Puzzle	$5	$6	$7	$8
Legacy of Ys: Books I & II	Compilation	$58	$105	$188	$250
Legacy Of Ys: Books I & II [Launch Edition]	Compilation	$0	$116	$170	$187
Legend Kay	Action Adventure	$0	$12	$22	$24
Legend of Spyro A New Beginning	Action	$12	$16	$30	$33
Legend of Spyro Dawn of the Dragon	Action	$12	$15	$42	$46
Legend of Spyro The Eternal Night	Action	$11	$15	$33	$36
Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole	Action	$7	$8	$12	$13
Legend of Zelda Outlands	RPG	$0	$0	$0	$0
Legends of the Diamond	Baseball	$24	$53	$180	$199
Legends Of The Lost Realm	RPG	$0	$300	$600	$660
Legends Of Valour	RPG	$0	$422	$845	$930
Legends Of Valour: The Dawning	RPG	$41	$91	$185	$204
Legends of Wrestling II	Wrestling	$15	$54	$140	$154
Legends of Wrestling II [Prima]	Strategy	$20	$30	$0	$0
Legends of Wrestling [Prima]	Magazine	$12	$18	$0	$0
Lego Batman 2	Action Adventure	$8	$10	$17	$19
LEGO Batman 2: DC Super Heroes	Action Adventure	$7	$8	$12	$13
LEGO Batman The Videogame	Action Adventure	$7	$12	$25	$124
LEGO Batman The VideoGame [Play & Collect Limited Edition]	Action & Adventure	$0	$102	$193	$212
Lego Battles	Strategy	$6	$10	$20	$22
Lego Battles Ninjago	Strategy	$5	$5	$11	$12
Lego Friends	Action & Adventure	$9	$10	$14	$15
Lego Harry Potter Years 1 4	Action Adventure	$8	$10	$20	$22
LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4 [Minifigure Stylus + Color Game Guide]	Action Adventure	$0	$40	$116	$128
Lego Harry Potter Years 5 7	Action Adventure	$8	$8	$15	$16
LEGO Harry Potter Years 5-7	Action Adventure	$6	$7	$10	$11
LEGO Indiana Jones 2: The Adventure Continues	Action Adventure	$7	$8	$18	$20
LEGO Indiana Jones The Original Adventures	Action Adventure	$7	$8	$25	$27
LEGO Legends of Chima: Laval's Journey	Action	$5	$8	$9	$10
LEGO Lord Of The Rings	Action Adventure	$8	$9	$14	$15
LEGO Marvel Super Heroes: Universe in Peril	Action Adventure	$6	$9	$16	$18
LEGO Pirates of the Caribbean: The Video Game	Action Adventure	$8	$9	$20	$22
Lego Rock Band	Music	$7	$8	$15	$17
LEGO Star Wars 3: The Clone Wars	Action & Adventure	$0	$90	$171	$188
Lego Star Wars Complete Saga	Action	$9	$11	$39	$52
LEGO Star Wars III: The Clone Wars	Action Adventure	$6	$10	$27	$30
Lego Star Wars III: The Clone Wars [Funko Collector's Pack]	Action Adventure	$0	$43	$57	$63
LEGO Star Wars III: The Clone Wars [Jango Fett Edition]	Action Adventure	$0	$39	$75	$83
Lego Star Wars Ii Original Trilogy	Action Adventure	$5	$10	$38	$42
Leif #208 [Animal Crossing Series 3]	Other	$5	$0	$0	$0
Leila #110 [Animal Crossing Series 2]	Other	$3	$0	$0	$0
Leilani #308 [Animal Crossing Series 4]	Other	$3	$0	$0	$0
Leisure Suit Larry in the Land of the Lounge Lizards	Action & Adventure	$80	$200	$400	$440

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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 $30. 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. Otona Ryoku Kentei — from $1 loose
3. Otona no Joushikiryoku Training DS — from $1 loose
4. Shaberu! DS Oryouri Navi — 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.