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), Shaberu! DS Oryouri Navi (from $1 loose), Katekyoo Hitman Reborn! DS Flame Rumble Hyper - Moeyo Mirai (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 ↕
Solatorobo: Sore kara Coda e	Role-Playing	$0	$149	$298	$328
Soleil #296 [Animal Crossing Series 3]	Other	$4	$0	$0	$0
Solitaire DS	Board / Card Game	$3	$4	$8	$9
Solitaire Overload	Gambling	$4	$5	$12	$13
Solitaire Overload Plus	Gambling	$9	$11	$20	$22
Soma Bringer	Role-Playing	$20	$32	$64	$70
Sommelier DS	Educational	$6	$7	$14	$15
Sonic Chronicles The Dark Brotherhood	Role-Playing	$20	$30	$75	$150
Sonic Classic Collection	Compilation	$12	$15	$28	$137
Sonic Classic Collection [Limited Edition Tin]	Arcade	$0	$87	$167	$184
Sonic Colors	Action	$15	$20	$52	$140
Sonic Colours	Action	$5	$7	$19	$21
Sonic Colours [Limited Edition]	Action	$0	$35	$67	$74
Sonic Rush	Action	$17	$30	$87	$229
Sonic Rush Adventure	Action	$25	$40	$80	$227
Sonic Sega All Stars Racing	Racing	$11	$11	$43	$47
Sonny with a Chance	Action	$7	$7	$8	$9
Sora No Otoshimono Forte Dreamy Season	Adventure	$0	$64	$122	$134
Sora no Otoshimono Forte: Dreamy Season [DX]	Adventure	$56	$144	$288	$317
Soukai Unou No Tatsujin Machigai Museum	Puzzle	$0	$0	$0	$0
Soul Bubbles	Action	$11	$13	$23	$25
Soul Eater: Medusa's Plot	Role-Playing	$12	$16	$32	$35
Soulless 2: The Armour Of Gods	Action & Adventure	$0	$0	$0	$0
Space Bust-A-Move	Puzzle	$9	$20	$25	$79
Space Camp	Action	$5	$8	$15	$17
Space Chimps	Action	$6	$7	$14	$15
Space Invaders DS	Action	$0	$29	$57	$63
Space Invaders Extreme	Action	$11	$15	$33	$37
Space Invaders Extreme 2	Action	$11	$19	$28	$31
Space Invaders Revolution	Action	$8	$11	$16	$17
Space Puzzle Bobble	Puzzle	$0	$21	$42	$46
Spanish For Everyone	Edutainment	$7	$9	$15	$16
Sparro #291 [Animal Crossing Series 3]	Other	$1	$0	$0	$0
Spectral Force Genesis	Role-Playing	$9	$18	$27	$30
Spectrobes	Role-Playing	$9	$13	$58	$64
Spectrobes Beyond The Portals	Role-Playing	$13	$18	$32	$35
Spectrobes [Collector's Edition]	Role-Playing	$8	$70	$180	$198
Speed Racer Video Game	Racing	$9	$15	$16	$17
Speed Racer Video Game [with Movie Ticket Voucher]	Racing	$0	$0	$0	$0
Spellbound	Puzzle	$4	$5	$10	$11
Spellbound 2	Action	$4	$5	$9	$10
Spelling Challenges	Trivia / Game Show	$5	$5	$11	$12
Spell N Score Crosswords	Educational	$16	$35	$71	$78
Spice and Wolf: Holo's and My One Year	Visual Novel	$0	$0	$0	$0
Spice and Wolf : The Wind that Spans the Sea	Visual Novel	$0	$0	$0	$0
Spiderman 2	Action & Adventure	$7	$10	$23	$26
Spiderman 3	Action & Adventure	$8	$13	$30	$33
Spiderman Battle For New York	Action & Adventure	$12	$21	$38	$41
Spiderman Dimensions	Beat'em Up	$20	$22	$11	$12
Spiderman: Edge of Time	Action & Adventure	$8	$12	$30	$236

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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 $28. 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. Shaberu! DS Oryouri Navi — from $1 loose
3. Katekyoo Hitman Reborn! DS Flame Rumble Hyper - Moeyo Mirai — 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.