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: Katekyoo Hitman Reborn! DS Flame Rumble Hyper - Moeyo Mirai (from $1 loose), Otona no Joushikiryoku Training DS (from $1 loose), Shaberu! DS Oryouri Navi (from $1 loose), Zhu Zhu Pets Limited Edition (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 ↕
Shaun the Sheep	Adventure	$11	$20	$30	$33
Shaun the Sheep: Off His Head	Action Adventure	$6	$9	$18	$20
Shaun White Snowboarding	Sports	$5	$8	$10	$11
Shawn Johnson Gymnastics	Sports	$3	$3	$7	$8
Sheldon #031 [Animal Crossing Series 1]	Other	$3	$0	$0	$0
Shep #332 [Animal Crossing Series 4]	Other	$15	$0	$0	$0
Shepherd's Crossing 2	Strategy	$169	$290	$474	$484
Sherb #425 [Animal Crossing Series 5]	Other	$6	$0	$0	$0
Sherlock Holmes and the Mystery of Osborne House	Adventure	$8	$13	$20	$22
Sherlock Holmes: The Mystery of the Mummy	Adventure	$7	$9	$26	$29
Shibou Nenshou Keikaku: YaseTore!! DS	Edutainment	$0	$0	$0	$0
Shichida Shiki Training Unou Tanren Unotan DS	Edutainment	$0	$0	$0	$0
Shichida Shiki Training Unou Tanren Unotan DS: Shun Kan Shoubu! Handanryoku	Puzzle	$0	$0	$0	$0
Shikakui Atama o Maru Kusuru: DS Kanji no Shou	Edutainment	$0	$0	$0	$0
Shikakui Atama Wo Maruku Suru: DS Keisan No Shou [	Other	$0	$0	$0	$0
Shin-chan: Flipa en Colores	Strategy	$0	$40	$76	$84
Shining Force Feather	Strategy	$11	$13	$26	$29
Shining Stars Super Starcade	Party / Minigame	$5	$6	$10	$11
Shinken Zemi Shougaku Kouza	Educational	$0	$0	$0	$0
Shin Lucky Star Moe Drill: Tabidachi	Action	$17	$68	$136	$150
Shin Megami Tensei Devil Survivor	Strategy	$29	$55	$90	$99
Shin Megami Tensei Devil Survivor 2	Strategy	$25	$35	$45	$49
Shin Megami Tensei Strange Journey	Role-Playing	$70	$112	$180	$180
Shin Megami Tensei: Strange Journey [Soundtrack Bundle]	Strategy	$80	$95	$140	$154
Shino #436 [Animal Crossing Series 5]	Other	$11	$0	$0	$0
Shin Sangoku Musou DS: Fighter's Battle	Action	$0	$0	$0	$0
Shinsiki Evangelion Ayanami Ikusei Keikaku DS	Visual Novel	$0	$0	$0	$0
Shorts	Action	$4	$20	$24	$26
Shounen Sunday & Shounen Magazine: White Comic	RPG	$0	$7	$14	$15
Shounen Sunday x Shounen Magazine: Nettou! Dream Nine	Sports	$8	$15	$29	$32
Showtime Championship Boxing	Sports	$8	$10	$20	$22
Shrek Forever After	Action	$7	$8	$10	$11
Shrek Ogres and Dronkeys	Simulation	$6	$9	$17	$19
Shrek's Carnival Craze	Party / Minigame	$3	$8	$10	$11
Shrek's Carnival Craze & Madagascar Kartz	Party	$6	$8	$15	$16
Shrek Smash and Crash Racing	Racing	$5	$10	$19	$21
Shrek Superslam	Action	$7	$8	$25	$28
Shrek the Third	Action	$6	$8	$19	$21
Shrunk #111 [Animal Crossing Series 2]	Other	$2	$0	$0	$0
Shrunk #312 [Animal Crossing Series 4]	Other	$4	$0	$0	$0
Shugo Chara! 3-Tsu No Tamagoto Koisuru Joker	Action	$0	$15	$30	$33
Shugo Chara! Amu no Niji-iro Chara Change	Action	$0	$0	$0	$0
Shugo Chara! Norinori! Chara Na Rhythm	Action	$0	$38	$76	$84
Shunkan Puzzloop	Puzzle	$0	$0	$0	$0
Sideswiped	Racing	$50	$140	$266	$293
Sight Training	Edutainment	$3	$4	$5	$6
Sigma Harmonics	Role-Playing	$11	$13	$26	$29
Silke Pixeline Lillesoster: Honsefodder og Gulerodder	Action & Adventure	$0	$0	$0	$0
Silke: Pixeline Lillesoster: Syng, Leg og Laer	Action & Adventure	$0	$0	$0	$0
Silly Bandz	Action	$3	$6	$9	$9

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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 $27. 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. Katekyoo Hitman Reborn! DS Flame Rumble Hyper - Moeyo Mirai — from $1 loose
2. Otona no Joushikiryoku Training DS — from $1 loose
3. Shaberu! DS Oryouri Navi — from $1 loose
4. Zhu Zhu Pets Limited Edition — 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.