Pokémon Ranger
Nintendo DS · 2006
About this game
In the region of Fiore, the delicate balance between people, Pokémon, and nature is protected by Pokémon Rangers, stalwart youths who use a device called a "capture styler" to capture panicked and troublesome Pokémon by encircling them with a Capture Disc.
It's up to the player, as a new Pokémon Ranger, to stop the plans of the Go-Rock Squad, who plan to capture Legendary Pokémon and use them for evil.
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The game makes innovative and extensive use of the touch pad, requiring players to use their stylus to circle Pokémon on the bottom screen, sometimes calling on the abilities of already-captured Pokémon to assist with special moves, marking a great departure from the usual RPG-based gameplay that the Pokémon franchise is known for.
Outside of battle, Pokémon may also be called upon to clear obstacles like hay bales, metal fences, and dead trees with "Field Moves" like Burn, Cut, and Tackle, similiar to the Hidden Machines (HMs) of previous Pokémon installments.
Players will travel between four different towns, play through over ten missions, and have the opportunity to capture over 200 different Pokémon in this game that has been billed as a prelude to the next generation of Pokémon.
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 Ranger 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
PAL
NTSC-U
NTSC-J
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | PAL | €31.75 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | NTSC-J | €30.68 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | PAL | €241.65 |
| 2026-07-10 | Sealed / New | NTSC-U | €197.30 |
| 2026-07-10 | Boxed (CIB) | NTSC-J | €14.00 |
| 2026-07-10 | Loose / Item only | PAL | €31.75 |
| 2026-07-10 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-U | €30.68 |
| 2026-07-10 | Complete in Box | PAL | €16.90 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | NTSC-U | €30.68 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €197.30 |
| 2026-07-10 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-J | €30.68 |
| 2026-07-10 | Complete in Box | NTSC-J | €14.00 |
| 2026-07-10 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €14.00 |
| 2026-07-10 | Boxed (CIB) | PAL | €16.90 |
| 2026-07-10 | Sealed / New | PAL | €241.65 |
| 2026-07-10 | Boxed (CIB) | NTSC-U | €14.00 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €197.30 |
| 2026-07-10 | Sealed / New | NTSC-J | €197.30 |
| 2026-06-18 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €420.84 |
| 2026-06-18 | Manual Only | NTSC-J | €2.68 |
| 2026-06-18 | Complete in Box | NTSC-J | €10.96 |
| 2026-06-18 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €13.99 |
| 2026-06-18 | Box Only | NTSC-J | €4.30 |
| 2026-06-18 | Item only | NTSC-J | €6.16 |
| 2026-06-18 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €10.57 |
| 2026-06-18 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €43.12 |
| 2026-06-18 | Item only | PAL | €11.54 |
| 2026-06-18 | Graded New | NTSC-J | €23.72 |
| 2026-06-18 | New (sealed) | NTSC-J | €21.56 |
| 2026-06-18 | Item only | NTSC-U | €24.64 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Only a handful of market sales have been tracked for Pokémon Ranger, 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 Ranger worth?
Pokémon Ranger for Nintendo DS is currently worth €31.75 loose, €16.90 complete in box, and €241.65 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Pokémon Ranger rare?
Pokémon Ranger 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 Ranger?
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 Ranger, loose is €31.75 and CIB is €16.90 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
Is Pokémon Ranger worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Pokémon Ranger is currently worth €31.75 loose, versus €30.68 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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