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 ↕
Olivia #143 [Animal Crossing Series 2]	Other	$13	$0	$0	$0
Omg 26 Our Mini Games	Other	$6	$7	$11	$12
One Piece Gear Spirit	Action	$9	$15	$30	$33
One Piece Gigant Battle	Action	$16	$23	$44	$48
One Piece: Gigant Battle	Action	$8	$16	$32	$36
One Piece: Gigant Battle! 2: New World	Action	$12	$16	$45	$49
One Piece: Gigant Battle! 2 Shin Sekai [Limited Edition With Figure]	Action	$0	$45	$131	$144
Onimusha Warlords [Bradygames]	Horror	$11	$14	$0	$0
Onimusha: Warlords [Prima]	Magazine	$13	$14	$0	$0
Onsei Kanjou Sokuteiki: Kokoro Scan	Other	$0	$15	$30	$33
Ontamarama	Action	$13	$21	$30	$33
Ookiku Furikabutte Honto No Ace Ni Nareru Kamo	Sports	$0	$12	$24	$26
Opal #051 [Animal Crossing Series 1]	Other	$3	$0	$0	$0
Open Season	Action	$4	$8	$17	$19
Operation Vietnam	Action	$10	$13	$25	$100
Orcs and Elves	RPG	$15	$25	$26	$29
Orcs Elves	Role-Playing	$0	$78	$149	$164
Ore Ga Omae O Mamoru	Action	$148	$148	$296	$326
Original Story from Fairy Tail: Gekitotsu! Kardia Daiseidou	Role-Playing	$0	$13	$26	$29
Orla Fr├©snapper	Action & Adventure	$0	$0	$0	$0
Orville #404 [Animal Crossing Series 5]	Other	$11	$0	$0	$0
Osawari Tantei: Osawa Rina	Adventure	$0	$18	$37	$41
Oshare Majo Love and Berry: DS Collection	Action	$5	$10	$20	$22
Oshare Princess DS: Oshare Ni Koishite	Simulation	$0	$0	$0	$0
Osumitsuki Series: Matsuda Tadanori Onsen Kyouju Kanshuu - Zenkoku DokoDemo Onsen Techou	Other	$0	$0	$0	$0
Osu! Tatakae! Ouendan	Action	$25	$43	$105	$116
Othello De Othello DS	Board / Card Game	$0	$50	$100	$110
Otona No DS Golf	Sports	$0	$7	$15	$17
Otona no Joushikiryoku Training DS	Edutainment	$1	$3	$7	$8
Otona No Renai Shousetsu: Harlequin Selection	Application	$0	$13	$27	$30
Otona Ryoku Kentei	Edutainment	$1	$0	$37	$40
Ougon No Taiyou: Shikkokunaru Yoake	Role-Playing	$0	$16	$18	$20
Our House	Strategy	$5	$6	$10	$11
Outer Wilds: Archaeologist Edition [Collector's Edition]	Action & Adventure	$0	$146	$190	$209
Overlord Minions	Puzzle	$7	$11	$20	$22
Overlords	Strategy	$38	$0	$0	$0
Over the Hedge	Action	$6	$10	$14	$16
Over the Hedge Hammy Goes Nuts	Action	$6	$11	$14	$15
Ozzie #120 [Animal Crossing Series 2]	Other	$3	$0	$0	$0
Pacific Islands	Action & Adventure	$15	$19	$38	$42
Pac Man World 3	Action	$12	$15	$44	$49
Pac-Man World 3	Action	$11	$13	$24	$26
Pac N Roll	Compilation	$9	$13	$30	$33
Pac Pix	Arcade	$7	$8	$18	$64
Pac-Pix	Action & Adventure	$4	$8	$16	$18
Pac Pix [Not for Resale]	Other	$0	$0	$0	$0
Paint By DS	Other	$4	$8	$9	$10
Paint Military Vehicles	Educational	$0	$4	$7	$7
Pancetti #085 [Animal Crossing Series 1]	Other	$2	$0	$0	$0
Panel de Pon DS	Puzzle	$0	$9	$18	$20

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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 $20. 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.