Mario Kart DS Deluxe
Nintendo DS · 2019
About this game
Mario Kart DS is the continuation of the long-running racing game series that began on the Super Nintendo with Super Mario Kart .
It features 16 new tracks as well as 16 tracks from the previous four games, with each set split up into the Nitro and Retro Grand Prix, respectively.
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Eight racers are initially available, each with two go-karts to choose from.
A number of characters and additional karts are also available to unlock.
New items have been added to the arsenal, including a Blooper squid that squirts ink onto the screens of other players and a Bullet Bill power-up that transforms the player into a giant, fast-travelling bullet on autopilot.
One of the features of this version is its support for online Internet play through Nintendo's WiFi service.
Mario Kart DS owners can challenge up to three other people in Grand Prix mode on 20 of the 32 tracks.
Players can also match up with friends by trading "Friend Codes" that are generated based on the DS that is used and the copy of the game owned.
Custom emblems to use on karts are supported through the game's paint program.
Battle mode is also present with eight-player support and 6 tracks.
This time, there are two modes to choose from: "Balloon Battle" and "Shine Runners".
Balloon Battle is similar to the previous versions of this mode, with the exception that every player starts with only one balloon and five in reserve.
Players can have two additional balloons by either holding the Select button while standing still to inflate them, or by blowing into the DS's microphone. "Shine Runners" tasks players with collecting "Shines", with the winner being the one who has the most.
New to the series is "Mission Mode", which comprises a series of single-player, objective-based missions.
Each mission takes place on a section of a race track and tasks the player with goals not normally seen in the other game modes.
Such tasks include picking up coins on the track, using items to take out enemies, and racing through numbere
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 Mario Kart DS Deluxe 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.
Adding Mario Kart DS Deluxe to a Gamevaro collection takes seconds — search by title or scan the box barcode, and the app fills in cover art, release details and current pricing automatically. This NDS release dates back to 2019.
Market values by condition
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Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-10 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-J | €18.66 |
| 2026-07-09 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-U | €18.66 |
| 2026-07-09 | Loose / Item only | PAL | €37.09 |
| 2026-07-09 | Boxed (CIB) | PAL | €216.29 |
| 2026-07-09 | Sealed / New | PAL | €52.99 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Only a handful of market sales have been tracked for Mario Kart DS Deluxe, 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 Mario Kart DS Deluxe worth?
Mario Kart DS Deluxe for Nintendo DS is currently worth €37.09 loose, €216.29 complete in box, and €52.99 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Mario Kart DS Deluxe rare?
Mario Kart DS Deluxe 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 Mario Kart DS Deluxe?
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 Mario Kart DS Deluxe, loose is €37.09 and CIB is €216.29 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
Is Mario Kart DS Deluxe worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Mario Kart DS Deluxe is currently worth €37.09 loose, versus €18.66 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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