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Nintendo DS Games Price Guide

Last update : Jun 27, 2026

Current values and prices for all Nintendo DS retro games

Min Price

$1

CIB

Median Price

$12

CIB

Max Price

$6 400

Zelda Twilight Princess

Total Games

4,659

Games

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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
1
Zelda Twilight Princess
6400$ CIB
Darkrai Distribution
2
Darkrai Distribution
3250$ CIB
Pokemon Emerald [Plays On DS]
3
Pokemon Emerald [Plays On DS]
3075$ CIB
Crossed Swords II
4
Crossed Swords II
3000$ CIB
Pokemon Distribution Cartridge
5
Pokemon Distribution Cartridge
1978$ CIB
Pokemon HeartGold Version [Figure Bundle]
6
Pokemon HeartGold Version [Figure Bundle]
1448$ CIB
Pokemon [Liberty Pass]
7
Pokemon [Liberty Pass]
1137$ CIB
Battletoads Double Dragon
8
Battletoads Double Dragon
1004$ CIB
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Retrodotcards Series One - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Retrodotcards Series One $0 $0 $0 $0
Retro Game Challenge - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Retro Game Challenge $40 $60 $72 $200
Reversal Challenge - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Reversal Challenge $4 $8 $9 $10
Reversi - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Reversi $0 $18 $36 $40
Reversi [CDS] - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Reversi [CDS] $0 $7 $0 $0
Rex 15 - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Rex 15 $5 $0 $0 $0
Rhapsody A Musical Adventure - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Rhapsody A Musical Adventure $25 $28 $40 $44
Rhonda #154 [Animal Crossing Series 2] - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Rhonda #154 [Animal Crossing Series 2] $2 $0 $0 $0
Rhythm de Run Run Run - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Rhythm de Run Run Run $0 $54 $108 $119
Rhythm Heaven - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Rhythm Heaven $36 $55 $77 $117
Rhythm Heaven [Not for Resale] - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Rhythm Heaven [Not for Resale] $32 $0 $0 $0
Rhythm N Notes - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Rhythm N Notes $5 $8 $15 $17
Rhythm Paradise - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Rhythm Paradise $52 $60 $71 $78
Rhythm Tengoku Gold - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Rhythm Tengoku Gold $14 $16 $33 $36
Ribbot #366 [Animal Crossing Series 4] - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Ribbot #366 [Animal Crossing Series 4] $11 $0 $0 $0
Ricky #239 [Animal Crossing Series 3] - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Ricky #239 [Animal Crossing Series 3] $2 $0 $0 $0
Ridge Racer Ds - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Ridge Racer Ds $10 $16 $40 $75
Riding Academy 2 - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Riding Academy 2 $8 $13 $25 $28
Riding the Rapids - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Riding the Rapids $2 $0 $0 $0
Riglordsaga - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Riglordsaga $5 $7 $12 $13
Riglordsaga 2 - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Riglordsaga 2 $6 $6 $11 $12
Rijexamen Training Code de la Route - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Rijexamen Training Code de la Route $0 $0 $0 $0
Rika-Chan DS Motto! Onna No Ko Lesson: Oshare Oshigoto Otetsudai Daisuki - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Rika-Chan DS Motto! Onna No Ko Lesson: Oshare Oshigoto Otetsudai Daisuki $0 $0 $0 $0
Rilakkuma Rhythm - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Rilakkuma Rhythm $21 $24 $48 $53
Rilla #S1 [Animal Crossing Sanrio] - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Rilla #S1 [Animal Crossing Sanrio] $4 $0 $0 $0
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus $4 $9 $18 $20
Rio - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Rio $4 $8 $15 $17
Rio #444 [Animal Crossing Series 5] - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Rio #444 [Animal Crossing Series 5] $1 $0 $0 $0
Ripping Friends World's Most Manly Men - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Ripping Friends World's Most Manly Men $6 $19 $20 $22
Rise Of The Guardians - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Rise Of The Guardians $6 $8 $15 $16
Risky Woods - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Risky Woods $32 $128 $320 $352
Rittai Picross - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Rittai Picross $7 $9 $18 $20
River City Soccer Hooligans - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting River City Soccer Hooligans $21 $45 $119 $131
River City Super Sports Challenge - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting River City Super Sports Challenge $17 $22 $31 $34
River King Mystic Valley - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting River King Mystic Valley $22 $52 $62 $68
Rizzo #376 [Animal Crossing Series 4] - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Rizzo #376 [Animal Crossing Series 4] $2 $0 $0 $0
Roadster - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Roadster $40 $0 $50 $55
Roadsters - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Roadsters $9 $12 $25 $170
Road to Vegas - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Road to Vegas $3 $4 $8 $9
Roald #098 [Animal Crossing Series 1] - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Roald #098 [Animal Crossing Series 1] $9 $0 $0 $0
Roary the Racing Car - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Roary the Racing Car $4 $4 $8 $9
Robin #400 [Animal Crossing Series 4] - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Robin #400 [Animal Crossing Series 4] $3 $0 $0 $0
Robocalypse - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Robocalypse $10 $19 $48 $53
Robots - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Robots $3 $11 $21 $23
Rocco #322 [Animal Crossing Series 4] - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Rocco #322 [Animal Crossing Series 4] $3 $0 $0 $0
Rockaroids Remix - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Rockaroids Remix $0 $0 $16 $18
Rock Band 3 - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Rock Band 3 $9 $14 $18 $20
Rock Blast - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Rock Blast $3 $9 $10 $11
Rocket #200 [Animal Crossing Series 2] - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Rocket #200 [Animal Crossing Series 2] $3 $0 $0 $0
Rockin' Pretty - Nintendo DS - Retrocharting Rockin' Pretty $17 $30 $45 $49
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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 $24. 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. Shaberu! DS Oryouri Navi — from $1 loose
2. Katekyoo Hitman Reborn! DS Flame Rumble Hyper - Moeyo Mirai — from $1 loose
3. Zhu Zhu Pets Limited Edition — from $1 loose
4. Otona no Joushikiryoku Training DS — 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.