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 ↕
Nintendo DSi XL Demo Video Volume 2	Demo & NFR	$0	$0	$0	$0
Nintendo DS Lite Browser	Application	$0	$9	$17	$19
Nintendo DS Lite Gundam Console	Other	$0	$0	$0	$0
Nintendogs	Simulation	$50	$0	$0	$0
Nintendogs Best Friends	Simulation	$24	$28	$68	$400
Nintendogs Chihuahua and Friends	Other	$11	$14	$30	$77
Nintendogs Dachshund and Friends	Other	$13	$15	$36	$400
Nintendogs Dalmatian and Friends	Simulation	$14	$16	$35	$39
Nintendogs Dalmatian And Friends [A Puppy Of Your Own]	RPG	$0	$11	$21	$23
Nintendogs Dalmatian And Friends [A Puppy Of Your Own Canadian]	Simulation	$0	$9	$17	$19
Nintendogs Dalmatian And Friends [Canadian]	Simulation	$0	$5	$9	$10
Nintendogs Dalmatian And Friends [Limited Edition]	Simulation	$12	$16	$40	$44
Nintendogs Dalmatian And Friends [Limited Edition Canadian]	Simulation	$0	$7	$13	$14
Nintendogs Dalmatian and Friends [Not for Resale]	Other	$0	$0	$0	$0
Nintendogs Jack Russell Relay Mode	Demo & NFR	$0	$0	$0	$0
Nintendogs Lab and Friends	Other	$12	$16	$32	$300
Nintendogs Labrador and Friends	Other	$7	$7	$43	$47
Nintendogs: Miniature Dachshund & Friends	Simulation	$9	$9	$18	$20
Nintendogs Shiba Inu and Friends	Other	$10	$10	$19	$21
Nintendo Touch Golf Birdie Challenge	Sports	$5	$7	$16	$18
Nintendo Zone Wireless Distribution Box	Other	$0	$0	$0	$0
Nippon Curling Kyoukai Kounin: Minna No Curling DS	Sports	$0	$0	$0	$0
Noah's Ark	Action	$5	$5	$12	$13
Nodame Cantabile	Action	$5	$11	$21	$23
Nora to Koku no Koubou: Kiri no Mori no Majo	RPG	$50	$50	$100	$110
Norma #41 [Animal Crossing Welcome Amiibo]	Other	$18	$0	$0	$0
Nostalgia	Role-Playing	$31	$61	$92	$101
Nounai Aesthe: IQ Suppli DS	Edutainment	$0	$5	$10	$11
Nounai Aesthe: IQ Suppli DS 2	Edutainment	$0	$3	$5	$6
NRL Mascot Mania	Action	$10	$10	$19	$21
Nursery Mania	Strategy	$4	$8	$16	$18
Nutrition Matters	Educational	$5	$6	$10	$11
Ochaken No Daibouken 2: Yume Ippai No Omocha Hako	Simulation	$0	$0	$0	$0
Ochaken no Heya DS 2	Simulation	$7	$16	$31	$34
Ochaken No Heya DS 3	Simulation	$0	$0	$0	$0
Octavian #045 [Animal Crossing Series 1]	Other	$10	$0	$0	$0
Oeka Kids: Anpanman no Hiragana Daisuki	Action & Adventure	$100	$330	$1 010	$1 110
Oeka Kids: Anpanman to Oekaki Shiyou	Action & Adventure	$6	$41	$200	$220
O'Hare #390 [Animal Crossing Series 4]	Other	$5	$0	$0	$0
Oideyo Doubutsu No Mori	Simulation	$4	$5	$10	$11
Oids	Action	$13	$28	$56	$62
Oishinbo: DS Recipe Shuu	Edutainment	$0	$15	$20	$22
Okaeri Chibi-Robo	Action Adventure	$39	$47	$94	$103
Okamiden	Action Adventure	$20	$27	$141	$156
Okami Den	Action Adventure	$36	$58	$100	$192
Okamiden: Chiisaki Taiyou [Collector's Edition]	Action Adventure	$0	$100	$200	$220
OK! Puzzle Stars	Puzzle	$2	$12	$23	$25
Oktoberfest: The Official Game	Party / Minigame	$0	$3	$20	$22
Olaf #348 [Animal Crossing Series 4]	Other	$6	$0	$0	$0
Olive #45 [Animal Crossing Welcome Amiibo]	Other	$19	$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 $23. 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.