Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia
Nintendo DS · 2008
About this game
The player steps into the shoes of a Pokémon Ranger in the land of Almia, on the cusp of graduation from Ranger School.
But they haven't long to enjoy to their newly-earned status—Pokémon across the region are going crazy, and it appears to be the work of the dastardly Team Dim Sun.
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The player will travel across the region of Almia, using their Capture Styler (the stylus) to circle and capture over 250 different Pokémon.
Free mind-controlled Pokémon from the thrall of Team Dim Sun's machines, and call upon various Pokémon's Poké Assists and Field Moves to capture other Pokémon and clear obstacles.
Over 60 Quests are present for the player to take on, allowing them to power up their Capture Styler and meet even more Pokémon partners.
Over the course of the adventure the player will use different types of Stylers—culminating in the powerful Vatonage Styler, a tool that allows a Ranger to capture any Pokémon, friend or foe.
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: Shadows of Almia 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 | Loose / Item only | PAL | €37.04 |
| 2026-07-09 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-U | €30.69 |
| 2026-07-09 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-J | €30.69 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Only a handful of market sales have been tracked for Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia, 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: Shadows of Almia worth?
Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia for Nintendo DS is currently worth €37.04 loose. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia rare?
Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia 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: Shadows of Almia?
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 Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia is currently worth €37.04 loose, versus €30.69 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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