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 ↕
Spiderman Friend Or Foe	Action & Adventure	$10	$11	$26	$28
Spiderman Shattered Dimensions	Action & Adventure	$14	$21	$37	$41
Spiderman Web of Shadows	Action & Adventure	$19	$24	$50	$350
Spike #38 [Animal Crossing Welcome Amiibo]	Other	$13	$0	$0	$0
Spindizzy Worlds	Action & Adventure	$11	$41	$108	$228
Spitfire Heroes: Tales of the Royal Air Force	Simulation	$6	$7	$13	$14
Splinter Cell Chaos Theory	Action Adventure	$9	$10	$30	$33
SpongeBob & Friends Battle for Volcano Island	Action & Adventure	$6	$6	$11	$12
SpongeBob's Atlantis SquarePantis	Action	$7	$8	$17	$19
SpongeBob's Atlantis SquarePantis [Case Set]	Action & Adventure	$0	$0	$0	$0
SpongeBob's Boating Bash	Party / Minigame	$7	$8	$16	$18
SpongeBob SquarePants and Friends: Battle for Volcano Island	3D	$8	$19	$39	$43
SpongeBob SquarePants and Friends: Freeze Frame Frenzy	3D	$2	$22	$43	$47
SpongeBob SquarePants and Friends Unite	3D	$6	$15	$30	$33
SpongeBob SquarePants Boating Bash	Action & Adventure	$7	$9	$17	$19
Spongebob Squarepants Creature From Krusty Krab	Action	$8	$10	$20	$22
SpongeBob SquarePants Featuring Nicktoons Globs of Doom	Action	$8	$10	$14	$15
SpongeBob SquarePants Frantic Fry Cook	Simulation	$6	$9	$17	$19
SpongeBob SquarePants & Friends Unite	Action & Adventure	$4	$5	$10	$11
SpongeBob SquarePants: Plankton's Robotic Revenge	Action Adventure	$10	$10	$30	$33
Spongebob Squarepants Yellow Avenger	Action	$8	$9	$18	$19
SpongeBob's Truth or Square	Action	$5	$6	$31	$34
Spongebob Surf Skate Roadtrip	Strategy	$6	$7	$11	$12
SpongeBob vs. The Big One: Beach Party Cook-Off	Simulation	$8	$11	$25	$28
Spooky Story	Adventure	$0	$0	$0	$0
Spore Creatures	Strategy	$7	$8	$24	$26
Spore Hero Arena	Action Adventure	$5	$7	$11	$12
Spork #235 [Animal Crossing Series 3]	Other	$2	$0	$0	$0
Sports Collection	Sports	$5	$10	$12	$14
Sports Illustrated For Kids Baseball	Baseball	$4	$10	$14	$16
Sports Illustrated For Kids Football	Football	$3	$5	$7	$8
Sports Illustrated for Kids the Ultimate Triple Dare	Sports	$10	$190	$437	$481
Sports Island DS	Sports	$5	$5	$10	$11
Sprinkle #176 [Animal Crossing Series 2]	Other	$14	$0	$0	$0
Sprocket #43 [Animal Crossing Welcome Amiibo]	Other	$16	$0	$0	$0
Sprung	Simulation	$6	$9	$16	$18
Spy Kids 3D Game Over	Action & Adventure	$6	$15	$25	$28
Spy Kids: All the Time in the World	Action	$5	$8	$16	$18
Spy Kids Challenger	Action & Adventure	$5	$16	$13	$14
Spyro Shadow Legacy	Role-Playing	$11	$17	$33	$37
Squeeballs Party	Party / Minigame	$4	$5	$26	$28
Squeeballs Party [Stylus Pack]	Mini Games	$0	$26	$50	$55
Squinkies	Action	$7	$10	$16	$17
Squinkies 2	Action	$5	$8	$9	$10
Squishy Tank	Puzzle	$8	$26	$50	$55
SSX Out of Bounds	Sports	$25	$37	$70	$77
SSX: Out of Bounds [Not for Resale]	Sports	$0	$0	$0	$0
Star Firebirds	Action & Adventure	$3	$3	$0	$0
Star Fox Command	Action	$32	$73	$85	$100
Star Trek Deep Space Nine Crossroads of Time	Action & Adventure	$15	$37	$92	$258

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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.