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), Katekyoo Hitman Reborn! DS Flame Rumble Hyper - Moeyo Mirai (from $1 loose), Zhu Zhu Pets Limited Edition (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 ↕
The Birds and the Bees II: Antics	Action & Adventure	$0	$0	$0	$0
The Chase Felix Meets Felicity	Action	$3	$8	$10	$11
The Cheetah Girls Passport to Stardom	Action	$5	$6	$11	$12
The Clique: Diss and Make Up	Adventure	$11	$13	$17	$18
The Conveni DS	Strategy	$0	$16	$33	$36
The Croods: Prehistoric Party	Party / Minigame	$4	$7	$8	$9
The Daring Game for Girls	Edutainment	$5	$8	$13	$14
The Dark Spire	Role-Playing	$76	$118	$160	$176
The Dark Spire [Soundtrack Bundle]	Action & Adventure	$111	$121	$176	$194
The Dentist	Simulation	$30	$66	$135	$148
The Frogman Show: DS Datte, Shouganaijanai	Action	$0	$0	$0	$0
The Game Submarine Daisousasen	Action & Adventure	$0	$0	$0	$0
The Golden Compass	Action Adventure	$4	$5	$8	$9
The Haioku Byoutou	Adventure	$0	$28	$56	$62
The Hardy Boys: Treasure on the Tracks	Adventure	$11	$14	$17	$19
The Hohei	Action	$0	$20	$40	$44
The Host Shiyouze! DX Knight King	Action	$0	$0	$0	$0
The Humans	Puzzle	$10	$11	$21	$23
The Idolmaster Dearly Stars	Visual Novel	$19	$21	$43	$47
The Illust Puzzle & Suuji Puzzle	Puzzle	$0	$0	$0	$0
The Incredible Hulk	Action	$11	$14	$82	$90
The Incredibles Rise of the Underminer	Action	$7	$9	$27	$30
The Infantry	Shoot'em Up	$0	$0	$0	$0
The Jetsons: Ways With Words	Other	$34	$95	$177	$462
The Kanshikikan - Kinkyuu Shutsudou!! Jiken Genba wo Touch Seyo	Adventure	$0	$0	$0	$0
The Last Airbender	Action Adventure	$7	$9	$18	$20
The Legendary Starfy	Action	$15	$23	$46	$132
The Legendary Starfy [Not for Resale]	Other	$20	$0	$0	$0
The Legend of Kage 2	Action	$10	$20	$30	$65
The Legend of Kay	Action & Adventure	$7	$15	$27	$30
The Legend of Zelda Spirit Tracks	Action Adventure	$13	$18	$44	$233
The Legends of Owlia	Action & Adventure	$73	$0	$83	$91
The Lost Treasures of Alexandria	Puzzle	$7	$8	$14	$15
The Ludoids	Action & Adventure	$0	$12	$0	$0
The Magic School Bus Oceans	Edutainment	$6	$8	$8	$9
The Mahjong	Board / Card Game	$15	$18	$35	$39
Theme Park	Strategy	$6	$11	$17	$19
The Misshitsukara No Dasshutsu	Adventure	$0	$19	$39	$43
The Misshitsukara no Dasshutsu 2	Adventure	$0	$0	$0	$0
The Mummy Tomb of the Dragon Emperor	Action Adventure	$8	$8	$13	$14
The Mushitori Oukoku: Shinshu Hakken! Nokogiri Kabuto	Action	$0	$0	$0	$0
The My World, My Way	Strategy	$100	$150	$221	$243
The Naked Brothers Band	Action	$5	$5	$9	$9
The Nations: Land of Legends	Action & Adventure	$21	$76	$121	$133
The Penguins of Madagascar	Action	$6	$7	$16	$17
The Penguins Of Madagascar: Dr. Blowhole Returns ÔÇô Again	Action	$7	$12	$24	$26
The Price is Right	Compilation	$5	$5	$12	$14
The Price is Right: 2010 Edition	Trivia / Game Show	$5	$8	$15	$17
The Princess and the Frog	Action	$10	$10	$20	$21
The Princess and the Frog [Taste of New Orleans]	Action & Adventure	$9	$12	$23	$25

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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. Katekyoo Hitman Reborn! DS Flame Rumble Hyper - Moeyo Mirai — from $1 loose
3. Zhu Zhu Pets Limited Edition — 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.