How many Game Boy DS games are there?

There are a total of 1791 games released for the Nintendo DS in North America, and 3467 games across all pages, including games from A to C, D to I, J to P, and Q to Z. The Nintendo DS has one of the largest game libraries ever for a system, with Wikipedia listing a whopping 1840 games between North America, Europe, and Japan.

Introduction to Nintendo DS Games

The Nintendo DS is a handheld game console that was released in 2004 and features a wide range of games, including Action, Adventure, Role-Playing, and Strategy games.

FAQs about Nintendo DS Games

General Questions

1. How many Nintendo DS games are there?: There are 3467 games in the table across all pages, and 1791 games were released for North America.
2. Are DS games rare now?: Yes, DS titles became even rarer when the Wii U eShop closed in March 2023, and the service was the only way to buy DS games from Nintendo for many years.
3. Can you play all Gameboy games on DS?: No, Game Boy Color Games will not work on the DS, DS Lite, or DSi, but Game Boy Advance Games will work on Game Boy Micro, Game Boy Advance, Game Boy Advance SP, DS, and DS Lite Systems.

Gaming Experience

4. Why are DS games so expensive?: Games like Ocarina of Time, Kingdom Hearts 3D, and Kid Icarus are expensive because only a certain amount of copies of the game were released, resulting in high demand and limited supply.
5. What is the lifespan of a DS game?: The lifespan of a DS game is estimated to be around 20-50 years, potentially longer, but it will eventually stop working due to its lifecycle.
6. What DS game sold the most?: The best-selling game on the Nintendo DS is New Super Mario Bros., which sold nearly 31 million units worldwide.

Hardware and Compatibility

7. Why can’t the DS play original Gameboy games?: The Nintendo DS lacks the special processor required to play original Gameboy games.
8. Which is better DS or DS Lite?: The Nintendo DS Lite offers a smaller, sleeker package with a brighter screen, larger stylus, and longer-lasting rechargeable battery than the original Nintendo DS.
9. Which Nintendo DS has a Gameboy slot?: The Nintendo DS Lite is compatible with Game Boy Advance Game Paks as well as Nintendo DS game cards, and has a DS slot on top and a Game Boy slot on the bottom.

Rare and Valuable Games

10. What is the rarest game on the DS?: The rarest game on the DS is Veggy World, worth around $388, followed by Shepherd’s Crossing 2, worth around $344.
11. Which DS game is hardest?: The first game, Trauma Center: Under the Knife, is considered one of the hardest games on the DS, requiring perfect operations to progress.
12. What was the last DS game released?: The last game for the Nintendo DS, Big Hero 6: Battle in the Bay, was released on October 28, 2014.

Legacy and Impact

13. Why did they stop making DS games?: The biggest factor in Nintendo’s decision to stop making DS games was the rise of smartphones and their associated app stores.
14. Can you still play old DS games?: Yes, you will be able to play most Nintendo DS games on your Nintendo 3DS, except for games that use the GBA Slot.
15. What is the oldest DS console?: The original Nintendo DS Console was introduced by Nintendo and brought to market in late 2004, featuring a unique dual-screen design and touchscreen controls.