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Picross 3D [Not For Resale]
Nintendo DS · 2010
About this game
Picross 3D is a pseudo-sequel to Picross DS .
As with the original game, the player's goal is to uncover the hidden image by using the number clues as a guide.
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Unlike Picross DS , where the puzzles were flat, in this game, each puzzle is encased in a cube of a varying size and shape.
By chipping away and rotating the cube, the player can reveal the hidden picture.
The game has approximately 350 puzzles, across a variety of different themes.
Each puzzle is grouped into a particular theme, such as Beach, Sports, or Fire.
When all the puzzles are found for a theme, a medal is added to the theme to indicate that it is complete.
Nearly every puzzle has a possibility for a three star rating.
To earn all three stars, the player must: Solve the puzzle; Complete the puzzle within the time limit; Not make any mistakes.
As with Picross DS , this game features a puzzle creator.
The player can create their own puzzles and then, using Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection, send them onto the Internet to trade with friends, as well as receive additional ones.
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 Picross 3D [Not For Resale] 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 Picross 3D [Not For Resale] 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 2010.
Market values by condition
PAL
NTSC-U
NTSC-J
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | NTSC-U | €12.28 |
| 2026-07-10 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-J | €13.15 |
| 2026-07-10 | Loose / Item only | PAL | €17.99 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | NTSC-U | €12.28 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | NTSC-U | €13.15 |
| 2026-06-18 | Item only | NTSC-U | €12.13 |
| 2026-06-17 | Item only | NTSC-U | €12.13 |
| 2026-06-15 | Item only | NTSC-U | €12.16 |
| 2026-06-13 | Item only | NTSC-U | €12.16 |
| 2026-06-12 | Item only | NTSC-U | €12.20 |
| 2026-06-09 | Item only | NTSC-U | €12.19 |
| 2026-06-08 | Item only | NTSC-U | €12.09 |
| 2026-06-06 | Item only | NTSC-U | €12.09 |
| 2026-06-05 | Item only | NTSC-U | €12.09 |
| 2026-06-04 | Item only | NTSC-U | €12.11 |
| 2026-05-17 | Item only | NTSC-U | €12.05 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Only a handful of market sales have been tracked for Picross 3D [Not For Resale], 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 Picross 3D [Not For Resale] worth?
Picross 3D [Not For Resale] for Nintendo DS is currently worth €17.99 loose. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Picross 3D [Not For Resale] rare?
Picross 3D [Not For Resale] 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 Picross 3D [Not For Resale]?
Loose means cartridge or disc only, CIB (complete in box) includes the original box and manual, and sealed means factory-sealed and never opened. These are tracked as separate market values because the price gap between them can be significant, especially for older releases.
Is Picross 3D [Not For Resale] worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Picross 3D [Not For Resale] is currently worth €17.99 loose, versus €13.15 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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