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 no Joushikiryoku Training DS (from $1 loose), Zhu Zhu Pets Limited Edition (from $1 loose), Shaberu! DS Oryouri Navi (from $1 loose), Katekyoo Hitman Reborn! DS Flame Rumble Hyper - Moeyo Mirai (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 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 ↕
Mario and Luigi Partners in Time	RPG	$30	$54	$102	$300
Mario and Luigi Partners in Time [Not for Resale]	Other	$100	$0	$0	$0
Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Games	Sports	$8	$11	$40	$150
Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Games [Not for Resale]	Other	$45	$0	$0	$0
Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games	Sports	$8	$13	$45	$49
Mario Baseball [Mario Sports Superstars]	Other	$5	$0	$0	$0
Mario Basket 3 on 3	Sports	$8	$11	$21	$23
Mario Golf [Mario Sports Superstars]	Other	$12	$0	$0	$0
Mario Hoops 3 On 3	Sports	$15	$25	$89	$134
Mario Horse Racing	Other	$0	$0	$0	$0
Mario Horse Racing [Mario Sports Superstars]	Other	$5	$0	$0	$0
Mario Kart Ds	Arcade	$14	$21	$67	$275
Mario Kart DS [Not for Resale]	Racing	$255	$0	$0	$0
Mario Kart DS [Refurbished]	Racing	$0	$0	$0	$0
Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story	Role-Playing	$18	$25	$75	$268
Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story [Not for Resale]	Role-Playing	$19	$0	$0	$0
Mario & Luigi RPG 2X2	RPG	$16	$34	$68	$75
Mario & Luigi RPG 3	RPG	$15	$15	$31	$34
Mario Party Ds	Party / Minigame	$14	$21	$50	$226
Mario Party DS [Not for Resale]	Other	$17	$0	$0	$0
Mario Slam Basketball	Sports	$9	$13	$101	$111
Mario Soccer [Mario Sports Superstars]	Other	$17	$0	$0	$0
Mario & Sonic At The Olympic Games	Sports	$5	$11	$22	$24
Mario & Sonic At The Olympic Winter Games	Sports	$4	$10	$20	$22
Mario Tennis [Mario Sports Superstars]	Other	$6	$0	$0	$0
Mario vs. Donkey Kong 2 March of Minis	Action	$11	$18	$80	$198
Mario vs Donkey Kong 2 March of Minis [Not for Resale]	Other	$27	$0	$0	$0
Mario vs. Donkey Kong 2: March of the Minis	Action	$7	$10	$19	$21
Mario Vs Donkey Kong Mini Land Mayhem	Action	$8	$11	$31	$173
Mario vs. Donkey Kong Mini-Land Mayhem [Not for Resale]	Platformer	$15	$0	$0	$0
Mario vs. Donkey Kong Mini-Land Mayhem [Refurbished]	Platformer	$0	$0	$0	$0
Marker Man Adventures	Action	$5	$5	$10	$11
Marlo #437 [Animal Crossing Series 5]	Other	$3	$0	$0	$0
Marshal #264 [Animal Crossing Series 3]	Other	$40	$0	$0	$0
Martianoids	Action & Adventure	$99	$104	$0	$0
Martine in the Mountains	Action & Adventure	$0	$15	$28	$31
Marty #S2 [Animal Crossing Sanrio]	Other	$4	$0	$0	$0
Marvel Nemesis Rise of the Imperfects	Action	$9	$11	$38	$41
Marvel Super Hero Squad	Action	$7	$8	$16	$18
Marvel Super Hero Squad: The Infinity Gauntlet	Action	$5	$9	$14	$15
Marvel Trading Card Game	Strategy	$15	$19	$28	$31
Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2	Role-Playing	$11	$12	$30	$33
Marvel Vs Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds [BradyGames]	Magazine	$8	$12	$0	$0
Mary King S Riding School	Sports	$8	$9	$18	$20
Master All	Edutainment	$5	$5	$10	$11
Master Jin Jin's IQ Challenge	Edutainment	$4	$6	$11	$12
Master of Illusion	Application	$8	$8	$15	$17
Master of the Monster Lair	Role-Playing	$16	$32	$44	$49
Match 3 Madness	Puzzle	$5	$6	$11	$12
Matchstick	Puzzle	$6	$11	$20	$22

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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 $28. 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 no Joushikiryoku Training DS — from $1 loose
2. Zhu Zhu Pets Limited Edition — from $1 loose
3. Shaberu! DS Oryouri Navi — from $1 loose
4. Katekyoo Hitman Reborn! DS Flame Rumble Hyper - Moeyo Mirai — 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.