Dragon's Lair
Nintendo DS · 2009
About this game
This version of Dragon's Lair is a departure from the earlier arcade titles of the same name.
Instead of recreating the original arcade experience, the game now focuses on action/platforming elements, not dissimilar to Konami's Castlevania games .
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The story begins with our hero, Dirk the Daring, on a quest to rescue the Princess Daphne from the evil dragon, Singe.
However, before he can rescue the princess, he must first overcome 24 levels filled with enemies and obstacles.
Fortunately, Dirk has both his trusty sword and the ability to used ranged weapons (axes, knives, & shuriken) at his disposal.
About Nintendo DS
The dual-screen, touch-enabled Nintendo DS (2004) became the best-selling handheld of all time, helped by its huge and genre-diverse library. Cartridge-based DS games have held up well physically over 20 years, and complete-in-box copies of the system's biggest sellers (Nintendogs, Pokémon, Mario Kart) remain very accessible for new collectors starting out.
Gamevaro tracks Dragon's Lair for Nintendo DS with separate market values for loose, complete-in-box (CIB) and factory-sealed copies, sourced from real eBay sales. Prices also vary by region — PAL, NTSC-U and NTSC-J releases of the same game often sell for different amounts due to print run sizes and regional collector demand.
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Market values by condition
NTSC-U
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €7.87 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €41.43 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €10.59 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €98.13 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €107.94 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | NTSC-U | €23.00 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | NTSC-U | €42.96 |
| 2026-07-10 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €41.42 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | NTSC-U | €22.99 |
| 2026-07-10 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €10.58 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €98.08 |
| 2026-07-10 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €107.90 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €7.87 |
| 2026-07-10 | Loose / Item only | PAL | €29.88 |
| 2026-07-10 | Boxed (CIB) | PAL | €158.78 |
| 2026-06-18 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €96.90 |
| 2026-06-18 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €38.81 |
| 2026-06-18 | Item only | NTSC-U | €21.55 |
| 2026-06-18 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €10.67 |
| 2026-06-18 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €106.60 |
| 2026-06-18 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €7.76 |
| 2026-06-17 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €38.81 |
| 2026-06-17 | Item only | NTSC-U | €21.55 |
| 2026-06-17 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €106.60 |
| 2026-06-17 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €7.76 |
| 2026-06-17 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €96.90 |
| 2026-06-17 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €10.67 |
| 2026-06-15 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €97.13 |
| 2026-06-15 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €38.90 |
| 2026-06-15 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €7.78 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Only a handful of market sales have been tracked for Dragon's Lair, suggesting it doesn't trade hands very often — a sign of relative scarcity compared to more common Nintendo DS titles.
Complete-in-box (CIB) copies typically command a premium over loose cartridges/discs because the original box and manual are more fragile and get discarded or damaged over time — fewer complete sets survive.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Dragon's Lair worth?
Dragon's Lair for Nintendo DS is currently worth €29.88 loose, €158.78 complete in box. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Dragon's Lair rare?
Dragon's Lair has only a handful of tracked market sales, suggesting relative scarcity compared to more common Nintendo DS titles.
What's the difference between loose, CIB and sealed for Dragon's Lair?
Loose means cartridge or disc only, CIB (complete in box) includes the original box and manual, and sealed means factory-sealed and never opened. For Dragon's Lair, loose is €29.88 and CIB is €158.78 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
Is Dragon's Lair worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Dragon's Lair is currently worth €29.88 loose, versus €42.96 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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