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), Shaberu! DS Oryouri Navi (from $1 loose), Otona no Joushikiryoku Training DS (from $1 loose), Otona Ryoku Kentei (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 ↕
Populous II: Trials of the Olympian Gods	Strategy	$36	$123	$320	$352
Populous II: Trials of the Olympian Gods [Plus Edition]	Strategy	$0	$26	$51	$56
Populous: The Promised Lands	Strategy	$17	$37	$77	$84
Porter #109 [Animal Crossing Series 2]	Other	$4	$0	$0	$0
Portia #021 [Animal Crossing Series 1]	Other	$5	$0	$0	$0
Postcode Loterij Een Tegen 100	Trivia	$0	$0	$0	$0
Postman Pat	Action	$6	$7	$23	$25
Postman Pat Special Delivery Service	Edutainment	$5	$8	$15	$17
Post Pet DS: Yumemiru Momo to Fushigi no Pen	Other	$0	$0	$0	$0
Powerbike	Racing	$48	$171	$325	$358
Powerful Golf	Sports	$0	$21	$43	$47
Power Lords	Action & Adventure	$100	$450	$50	$55
Power Lords [Homebrew]	Action & Adventure	$54	$0	$0	$0
Power Lords [Prototype]	Action & Adventure	$305	$671	$1 373	$1 510
Powerplay Pool	Sports	$4	$8	$10	$11
Power Play Pool	Sports	$6	$9	$10	$11
Power Play Tennis	Sports	$3	$4	$3	$3
Powerplay: The Game of the Gods	Sports	$0	$1	$0	$0
Powerplay: The Game Of The Gods	Sports	$0	$0	$0	$0
Power Pocket Koushien	Sports	$0	$9	$18	$20
Power Pro Kun Pocket 11	Sports	$9	$10	$20	$22
Power Pro Kun Pocket 12	Sports	$11	$13	$26	$29
Power Pro Kun Pocket 14	Sports	$19	$42	$84	$92
Power Pro Kun Pocket 8	Sports	$0	$19	$39	$43
Power Pro Kun Pocket 9	Sports	$58	$0	$0	$0
Power Pyramids	Action & Adventure	$4	$5	$0	$0
Power Pyramids [Bug Byte]	Action & Adventure	$0	$0	$0	$0
Power Quiz - Allgemeinbildung	Logic	$4	$6	$11	$12
Power Rangers Samurai	Action	$8	$10	$32	$36
Power Rangers Samurai [Figure Bundle]	Action & Adventure	$0	$145	$275	$303
Power Rangers Super Legends	Action	$12	$14	$36	$40
Powershot Pinball Constructor	Action	$5	$7	$13	$14
Practise English	Edutainment	$2	$4	$16	$17
Press Your Luck: 2010 Edition	Trivia / Game Show	$6	$14	$28	$31
Prey The Stars	Action	$16	$29	$49	$53
Prince #130 [Animal Crossing Series 2]	Other	$5	$0	$0	$0
Prince of Persia Fallen King	Action	$7	$10	$19	$21
Prince of Persia Sands of Time	Action & Adventure	$10	$32	$50	$90
Prince Of Persia Sands Of Time [BradyGames]	Magazine	$8	$12	$0	$0
Prince of Persia Sands of Time [Not for Resale]	Other	$9	$0	$0	$0
Prince of Persia Sands of Time & Tomb Raider Prophecy	Action & Adventure	$10	$25	$50	$55
Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands	Action Adventure	$5	$9	$11	$12
Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands [Prima]	Action	$12	$18	$0	$0
Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time	Action	$8	$20	$41	$45
Prince of Tennis 2005: Crystal Drive	Sports	$7	$12	$25	$28
Princess Debut	Action	$60	$88	$160	$176
Princess Debut: The Royal Ball	Action	$14	$24	$46	$51
Princess in Love	Adventure	$8	$9	$13	$15
Princess Isabella: A Witch's Curse	Puzzle	$12	$13	$20	$22
Princess Melody	Adventure	$4	$4	$7	$8

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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 $26. 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. Shaberu! DS Oryouri Navi — from $1 loose
3. Otona no Joushikiryoku Training DS — from $1 loose
4. Otona Ryoku Kentei — 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.