Sands of Destruction
Nintendo DS · 2010
About this game
Sands of Destruction is a turn-based RPG set in a world where anthropomorphic beastmen rule over humans, and the planet itself is on the brink of destruction.
The story follows Kyrie, a seemingly ordinary young man who unknowingly possesses the power to destroy the world.
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He is reluctantly drawn into a rebel group called the "World Annihilation Front," led by Morte, a determined woman who seeks to use Kyrie’s power to bring down the oppressive beastmen regime.
Together, they journey across diverse regions, encountering allies, enemies, and uncovering deeper secrets about the world’s fate.
The gameplay features traditional turn-based combat with a twist: players can unleash powerful combo attacks by chaining moves together, and timing plays a key role in executing these special abilities.
Characters can equip a variety of weapons, accessories, and skills, allowing for different combat strategies.
Outside of battle, players explore towns, dungeons, and interact with NPCs to gather information, take on side quests, and progress the storyline.
One of the standout features of Sands of Destruction is its unique world design, where the seas are made of sand, creating a desert-like atmosphere across the globe.
The game also includes a robust combat system that encourages strategic thinking through combo mechanics and character customization.
Its narrative blends themes of rebellion and existentialism.
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 Sands of Destruction 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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Price history
Market values by condition
NTSC-U
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €15.55 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €129.92 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €11.36 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €86.94 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €142.91 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | NTSC-U | €43.74 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €129.86 |
| 2026-07-10 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €142.85 |
| 2026-07-10 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €15.54 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €11.36 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | NTSC-U | €43.72 |
| 2026-07-10 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €86.90 |
| 2026-07-09 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €157.39 |
| 2026-07-09 | Item only | NTSC-U | €61.37 |
| 2026-06-18 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €129.52 |
| 2026-06-18 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €142.48 |
| 2026-06-18 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €11.20 |
| 2026-06-18 | Item only | NTSC-U | €43.13 |
| 2026-06-18 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €15.33 |
| 2026-06-18 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €82.38 |
| 2026-06-17 | Item only | NTSC-U | €43.13 |
| 2026-06-17 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €129.52 |
| 2026-06-17 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €11.20 |
| 2026-06-17 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €142.48 |
| 2026-06-17 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €15.33 |
| 2026-06-17 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €82.38 |
| 2026-06-15 | Item only | NTSC-U | €43.23 |
| 2026-06-15 | New (sealed) | NTSC-U | €129.83 |
| 2026-06-15 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €142.81 |
| 2026-06-15 | Complete in Box | NTSC-U | €82.57 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Sands of Destruction has a steady sales history on the tracked marketplaces, meaning enough copies circulate to establish a reliable market price.
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 Sands of Destruction worth?
Sands of Destruction for Nintendo DS is currently worth €61.37 loose, €86.94 complete in box, and €129.92 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Sands of Destruction rare?
Sands of Destruction has a steady sales history on the tracked marketplaces, meaning it trades hands regularly and isn't considered particularly rare.
What's the difference between loose, CIB and sealed for Sands of Destruction?
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 Sands of Destruction, loose is €61.37 and CIB is €86.94 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
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