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 ↕
Matchstick Puzzle by DS	Puzzle	$2	$3	$6	$7
Matematik	Educational	$0	$0	$0	$0
$Math Blaster in the Prime Adventure - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting$ Math Blaster in the Prime Adventure	Edutainment	$5	$7	$13	$14
Mathilda #162 [Animal Crossing Series 2]	Other	$6	$0	$0	$0
$Math Play - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting$ Math Play	Puzzle	$4	$7	$11	$12
Maths Play	Puzzle	$4	$5	$10	$11
Maths Training	Edutainment	$3	$6	$11	$12
Mawashite Tsunageru Touch Panic	Puzzle	$18	$19	$37	$41
Max & the Magic Marker	Action & Adventure	$7	$10	$20	$22
Maya the Bee & Her Friends	Action & Adventure	$8	$14	$22	$24
May's Mysteries the Secret of Dragonville	Puzzle	$5	$7	$15	$16
May's Mystery: Forbidden Memories	Puzzle	$7	$12	$18	$19
Mazes of Fate	Role-Playing	$23	$44	$63	$70
Mazes of Fate DS	Role-Playing	$0	$40	$76	$84
McDonald's Treasure Land Adventure	Action & Adventure	$103	$427	$1 067	$1 174
M.C. Kids	Platformer	$22	$72	$307	$620
Meccha! Taiko no Tatsujin DS: Great Adventure of the Seven Islands	Action	$18	$21	$42	$46
Mechanic Master	Puzzle	$5	$6	$12	$13
Mechanic Master 2	Puzzle	$7	$8	$19	$21
Mech Assault Phantom War	Simulation	$24	$30	$55	$60
Medarot DS [Kabuto Version]	RPG	$8	$11	$22	$24
Medarot DS [Kuwagata Version]	RPG	$11	$16	$32	$35
Medarot Dual Kabuto Ver	RPG	$0	$0	$0	$0
Meet the Robinsons	Action	$5	$6	$14	$15
Mega Brain Boost	Compilation	$5	$6	$7	$7
Mega Man Battle Network 5 Double Team	Compilation	$20	$43	$74	$166
Mega Man Legends [Prima]	Magazine	$70	$104	$0	$0
Mega Man Star Force 2 Zerker X Ninja	Role-Playing	$25	$46	$103	$133
Mega Man Star Force 2 Zerker X Saurian	Role-Playing	$22	$44	$97	$107
Mega Man Star Force 3 Black Ace	Role-Playing	$35	$88	$166	$475
Mega Man Star Force 3 Red Joker	Role-Playing	$36	$130	$250	$531
Mega Man Star Force Dragon	Role-Playing	$58	$74	$325	$357
Mega Man Star Force Leo	Role-Playing	$21	$50	$130	$143
Mega Man Star Force Pegasus	Role-Playing	$23	$45	$138	$151
Mega Man Zero Collection	Compilation	$20	$32	$50	$100
Mega Man Zx	Action	$15	$25	$48	$133
Mega Man Zx Advent	Action	$15	$30	$49	$127
MegaMind: The Blue Defender	Action	$3	$5	$8	$9
Mega Mindy	Action & Adventure	$0	$0	$0	$0
Megan #426 [Animal Crossing Series 5]	Other	$2	$0	$0	$0
Mein Eigenes Tierhein	Strategy	$0	$0	$0	$0
Mein Erstes Katzenbaby	Pet	$0	$2	$4	$4
Meine Tierarztpraxis	Pet	$0	$4	$8	$9
Meine Tierpension	Simulation	$0	$5	$10	$11
Meitantei Conan & Kindaichi Shonen No Jikenbo	Visual Novel	$0	$91	$182	$200
Meitantei Konan: Kieta Hakase To Machigai Sagashi No To	Puzzle	$0	$0	$0	$0
Melba #341 [Animal Crossing Series 4]	Other	$6	$0	$0	$0
Merengue #285 [Animal Crossing Series 3]	Other	$25	$0	$0	$0
Merlin: A Servant of Two Masters	Puzzle	$10	$12	$12	$14
Mermaids of Atlantis	Puzzle	$65	$132	$280	$500

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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.