Pokémon Black Version
Nintendo DS · 2011
About this game
Pokémon Black Version along with Pokémon White Version mark the 5th generation of the main series.
This version exclusively features the legendary Pokémon Reshiram.
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The player's objective, once again, is to collect all of the monsters and become the best trainer in the world.
The player and two of his or her best friends get three Pokémon as presents from Professor Juniper, and each has to choose one.
These are: fire-type Tepig, grass-type Snivy, and water-type Oshawott.
Now a whole new world awaits for the player to explore and all-new Pokémon to catch.
This generation marks a few significant changes to the tried formula.
For the first time the Pokémon are fully animated during battles, along with new attack and status-change animations.
The graphics have been polished and revamped, experimenting with a whole new 3D perspectives in certain areas.
There are also two new types of battles: rotation battle in which you can swap between three Pokémon at any given time allowing for more strategy, and 3vs3 battles where three monsters fight alongside and help each other.
Implemented are also changing seasons - certain seasons allow for different Pokémon to encounter and make some areas accessible only at a given time.
Aside from the legendary Pokémon to catch, choosing the version of the game gives the player the opportunity to visit an exclusive area.
The Black Version features the metropolitan area of Black City.
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 Pokémon Black Version 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 Pokémon Black Version 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 2011.
Market values by condition
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-10 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-U | €111.15 |
| 2026-07-10 | Loose / Item only | PAL | €157.48 |
| 2026-07-10 | Boxed (CIB) | NTSC-U | €170.99 |
| 2026-07-10 | Boxed (CIB) | PAL | €170.60 |
| 2026-07-10 | Sealed / New | NTSC-U | €346.37 |
| 2026-07-10 | Sealed / New | PAL | €345.58 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Only a handful of market sales have been tracked for Pokémon Black Version, 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 Pokémon Black Version worth?
Pokémon Black Version for Nintendo DS is currently worth €157.48 loose, €170.60 complete in box, and €345.58 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Pokémon Black Version rare?
Pokémon Black Version 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 Pokémon Black Version?
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 Pokémon Black Version, loose is €157.48 and CIB is €170.60 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
Is Pokémon Black Version worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Pokémon Black Version is currently worth €157.48 loose, versus €111.15 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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