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), Zhu Zhu Pets Limited Edition (from $1 loose), Shaberu! DS Oryouri Navi (from $1 loose), Katekyoo Hitman Reborn! DS Flame Rumble Hyper - Moeyo Mirai (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 ↕
Titeuf Megafunland	Action & Adventure	$0	$0	$0	$0
Tmnt	Action	$8	$15	$29	$32
TNA Impact: Cross the Line	Sports	$12	$28	$37	$41
Tobidase! Kagaku-Kun Chikyuu Daitanken! Nazo No Chinkai Seibutsu Ni Idome	Edutainment	$0	$0	$0	$0
Toby #S6 [Animal Crossing Sanrio]	Other	$4	$0	$0	$0
TOEIC Test DS Training	Edutainment	$0	$4	$7	$8
Tofu Collection	Action & Adventure	$14	$15	$28	$31
To-Fu Collection	Action	$2	$5	$11	$12
Toilet Kids	Other	$96	$212	$294	$323
Tokumei Sentai Go-Busters	Action	$0	$66	$79	$86
Tokutenryoku Gakushuu DS: Chuu-1 Eisuukoku	Edutainment	$0	$2	$4	$4
Tokutenryoku Gakushuu DS: Chuu-3 Eisuukoku Koumin Pack	Edutainment	$0	$0	$0	$0
Tokuten Ryoku Gakushuu DS - Chuu 3 Eisuukoku Pack	Edutainment	$0	$0	$0	$0
Tokutenryoku Gakushuu DS: Chuugaku Jitsugi 4 Kyouka	Edutainment	$0	$0	$0	$0
Tokutenryoku Gakushuu DS: Koukou Juken 5 Kyouka Pack	Edutainment	$0	$0	$0	$0
Tokuten-Ryoku Gakushuu DS Kouou Juken 5 Kyouka Pack	Compilation	$0	$0	$0	$0
Tokutenryoku Gakushu Youten Matome	Educational	$0	$9	$18	$20
Tokyo Beat Down	Action	$44	$79	$120	$132
Tokyo Friend Park II DS	Action	$0	$0	$0	$0
Tokyo Majin Gakuen Kempucho [Limited Edition]	RPG	$0	$0	$0	$0
To Love Ru Trouble: Waku Waku! Rinkangakkou-Hen	Action	$38	$40	$80	$88
Tom #128 [Animal Crossing Series 2]	Other	$6	$0	$0	$0
Tom and Jerry Tales	Action	$6	$13	$48	$53
Tomb Raider Legend	Action Adventure	$13	$20	$56	$61
Tomb Raider Underworld	Action Adventure	$15	$22	$45	$49
Tommy #108 [Animal Crossing Series 2]	Other	$2	$0	$0	$0
Tommy #306 [Animal Crossing Series 4]	Other	$2	$0	$0	$0
Tom Nook #002 [Animal Crossing Series 1]	Other	$3	$0	$0	$0
Tom Nook #203 [Animal Crossing Series 3]	Other	$3	$0	$0	$0
Tom Nook #401 [Animal Crossing Series 5]	Other	$7	$0	$0	$0
Tom Nook #423 [Animal Crossing Series 5]	Other	$5	$0	$0	$0
Tomodachi Collection	Simulation	$11	$14	$64	$70
Tongari Boushi to Mahou no 365 Nichi	Simulation	$9	$16	$31	$34
Tongari Boushi to Mahou no Omise	Simulation	$9	$14	$28	$31
Tongari Boushi to Oshare na Mahou Tsukai	Action	$22	$29	$58	$64
Tony Hawk American Sk8Land	Sports	$12	$17	$30	$33
Tony Hawk Downhill Jam	Sports	$8	$10	$20	$22
Tony Hawk Motion	Sports	$5	$8	$13	$15
Tony Hawk Proving Ground	Sports	$10	$13	$22	$24
Toon Doku	Puzzle	$4	$6	$12	$13
Tootuff Mission Nadia	Action	$3	$5	$10	$11
Top Gun	Simulation	$10	$12	$16	$17
Top Model	Trivia / Game Show	$3	$3	$6	$7
Top Secret Passwords Player's Guide	Magazine	$10	$16	$0	$0
Top Spin 2	Sports	$7	$12	$16	$18
Top Spin 3	Sports	$4	$5	$10	$11
Top Trumps: Dogs and Dinosaurs	Strategy	$2	$3	$6	$7
Top Trumps: Horror and Predators	Strategy	$2	$3	$6	$7
Top Trumps Nba All Stars	Other	$13	$30	$37	$41
Tornado	Action	$8	$16	$40	$44

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