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), Katekyoo Hitman Reborn! DS Flame Rumble Hyper - Moeyo Mirai (from $1 loose), Shaberu! DS Oryouri Navi (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 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 ↕
Barbie: Groom and Glam Pups	Simulation	$3	$8	$17	$40
Barbie Horse Adventures Riding Camp	Sports	$8	$9	$26	$29
Barbie in The 12 Dancing Princesses	Action	$20	$28	$60	$66
Barbie Jet Set Style	Action & Adventure	$8	$9	$18	$20
Barbie: Jet, Set & Style	Action & Adventure	$6	$8	$16	$18
Bards Tale III Thief of Fate	RPG	$20	$51	$130	$143
Bards Tale II the Destiny Knight	RPG	$23	$42	$84	$92
Barnyard Blast	Action	$5	$7	$14	$15
Barnyard Blast Swine of the Night	Action	$13	$18	$33	$37
Barold #378 [Animal Crossing Series 4]	Other	$3	$0	$0	$0
Bartender DS	Simulation	$0	$49	$98	$108
Baseball Kids	Baseball	$3	$20	$46	$51
Batman: The Brave and the Bold	Action	$11	$17	$34	$99
Battle and Get! Pokemon Typing DS	Educational	$70	$82	$164	$180
Battle & Get: Pokemon Typing DS [Keyboard Bundle]	Educational	$0	$21	$43	$47
Battle of Giants: Dinosaurs	Action	$7	$9	$20	$22
Battle of Giants: Dragons	Adventure	$6	$8	$24	$26
Battle of Giants: Mutant Insects	Role-Playing	$5	$9	$15	$32
Battleship	Board / Card Game	$5	$8	$16	$17
Battleship Connect Four Sorry Trouble	Compilation	$5	$8	$17	$19
Battles of Prince of Persia	Strategy	$8	$9	$20	$22
Battletoads	Beat'em Up	$149	$149	$297	$327
Battletoads and Double Dragon	Beat'em Up	$50	$52	$70	$77
Battletoads and Double Dragon The Ultimate Team	Action & Adventure	$88	$402	$1 607	$1 768
Battletoads and Double Dragon The Ultimate Team [Cardboard Box]	Beat'em Up	$70	$120	$299	$329
Battletoads [Cardboard Box]	Beat'em Up	$86	$88	$219	$241
Battletoads & Double Dragon	Action & Adventure	$65	$332	$87	$96
Battletoads Double Dragon	Beat'em Up	$72	$1 004	$95	$105
Battletoads & Double Dragon [Collector's Edition]	Beat'em Up	$130	$0	$110	$121
Battletoads & Double Dragon [Limited Edition]	Beat'em Up	$58	$0	$60	$65
Battletoads in Battlemaniacs	Action & Adventure	$50	$438	$1 140	$8 125
Battletoads In Battlemaniacs	Action & Adventure	$35	$186	$449	$1 916
Battletoads in Ragnarok's World	Action & Adventure	$26	$217	$499	$2 500
Battletoads [Legacy Cartridge Collection]	Action & Adventure	$160	$177	$138	$1 022
Bea 31	Other	$22	$0	$0	$0
Beardo #249 [Animal Crossing Series 3]	Other	$4	$0	$0	$0
Beastly Frantic Foto	Action Adventure	$4	$5	$7	$7
Beat City	Action	$10	$14	$20	$22
Beat The Intro	Trivia / Game Show	$4	$4	$5	$5
Beau #167 [Animal Crossing Series 2]	Other	$12	$0	$0	$0
Bebe's Kids	Beat'em Up	$33	$166	$533	$603
Becky #375 [Animal Crossing Series 4]	Other	$4	$0	$0	$0
Bee Movie Game	Action	$6	$8	$18	$20
Beetle King	Action	$0	$52	$99	$109
Bejeweled 3	Puzzle	$8	$10	$12	$13
Bejeweled Twist	Puzzle	$7	$8	$16	$18
Bella #069 [Animal Crossing Series 1]	Other	$4	$0	$0	$0
Bella Sara	Simulation	$25	$31	$69	$76
Ben 10 Alien Force	Action	$4	$8	$20	$22
Ben 10 Alien Force Vilgax Attacks	Action	$6	$7	$18	$19

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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. Otona no Joushikiryoku Training DS — from $1 loose
2. Zhu Zhu Pets Limited Edition — from $1 loose
3. Katekyoo Hitman Reborn! DS Flame Rumble Hyper - Moeyo Mirai — from $1 loose
4. Shaberu! DS Oryouri Navi — 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.