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), Shaberu! DS Oryouri Navi (from $1 loose), Otona no Joushikiryoku Training DS (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 ↕
Sudokuro	Puzzle	$6	$7	$11	$12
Suikoden Tierkreis	Role-Playing	$36	$62	$76	$251
Suikoden Tierkreis [Artbook Bundle]	RPG	$0	$58	$132	$145
Suite Life of Zack and Cody	Action & Adventure	$4	$5	$10	$11
Suite Life Of Zack and Cody Circle of Spies	Action & Adventure	$3	$8	$14	$16
Suite PreCure: Melody Collection	Action	$0	$19	$39	$43
Sujin Taisen	Strategy	$0	$0	$0	$0
Summon Night	Strategy	$17	$19	$38	$42
Summon Night 2	Strategy	$10	$10	$20	$22
Summon Night Twin Age	Role-Playing	$31	$56	$100	$120
Summon Night Twin Edge Seireitachi no Kyoumei	RPG	$0	$0	$0	$0
Summon Night X: Tears Crown	Role-Playing	$0	$18	$35	$39
SupaRobo Gakuen	Strategy	$6	$12	$26	$29
Super Asteroids & Missile Command	Action & Adventure	$99	$185	$206	$227
Super Black Bass Fishing	Sports	$5	$8	$13	$14
Super Collapse 3	Puzzle	$4	$8	$12	$13
Super Dodgeball Brawlers	Sports	$10	$18	$31	$34
Super Fruit Fall	Puzzle	$7	$9	$13	$14
Super Fun Chess	Board & Card	$0	$15	$28	$31
Super Fun Sudoku	Puzzle	$3	$5	$9	$10
Super Kaseki Horider	Action & Adventure	$16	$22	$44	$48
Superman Returns	Action	$6	$10	$26	$29
Super Mario 64 Ds	3D	$16	$27	$50	$239
Super Mario 64 DS [Not for Resale]	Other	$164	$0	$0	$0
Super Monkey Ball Touch Roll	Party / Minigame	$9	$12	$25	$28
Super Nacho	Sports	$0	$6	$11	$12
Super Nep League DS	Other	$0	$0	$0	$0
Super Princess Peach	Action	$25	$50	$124	$589
Super Robot Taisen K	Strategy	$0	$17	$34	$37
Super Robot Taisen L	Role-Playing	$0	$10	$52	$57
Super Robot Taisen Og Saga Endless Frontier	Role-Playing	$50	$140	$213	$615
Super Robot Taisen OG Saga Endless Frontier Exceed	RPG	$56	$66	$132	$145
Super Robot Taisen OG Saga Endless Frontier Exceed [Limited Edition]	RPG	$0	$0	$0	$0
Super Robot Taisen OG Saga Endless Frontier [Soundtrack Bundle]	Strategy	$140	$181	$343	$377
Super Robot Taisen OG Saga: Masou Kishin III - The Lord of Elemental	Role-Playing	$0	$11	$22	$24
Super Robot Taisen W	Strategy	$22	$34	$68	$75
Super Scribblenauts	Puzzle	$6	$7	$13	$15
Super Speed Machines	Racing	$6	$8	$32	$35
Super Troll Islands	Action & Adventure	$12	$28	$87	$1 320
Surf's Up	Sports	$5	$8	$13	$14
Survival Kids	Action Adventure	$178	$490	$784	$1 750
Survival Kids 2	Action Adventure	$28	$65	$104	$114
Survival Kids: Lost In Blue	Action Adventure	$3	$13	$25	$28
Survival Kids: The Big Secret Of A Small Island	Action Adventure	$0	$0	$0	$0
Survivor	Strategy	$9	$18	$20	$22
Sushi Academy	Action	$6	$8	$15	$17
Sushi Go Round	Simulation	$5	$6	$13	$14
Suske en Wiske: de Texas Rakkers	Action	$0	$0	$0	$0
Suzuki Super Bikes Ii Riding Challenge	Racing	$5	$6	$8	$9
Suzumiya Haruhi no Chokuretsu	Adventure	$15	$25	$50	$55

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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 $29. 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. Shaberu! DS Oryouri Navi — from $1 loose
3. Otona no Joushikiryoku Training DS — 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.