Homeowners across the UK are being encouraged to search their lofts and storage cupboards immediately, as forgotten boxes of old Nintendo DS games could contain a hidden financial windfall. Classic titles from the 2000s are now commanding astonishingly high prices on the second-hand market, turning childhood nostalgia into serious cash.
The Hidden Fortune in Your Home
Gaming enthusiasts and casual owners alike are often unaware that the Nintendo DS games they once played are now highly sought-after collectables. According to recent sales data, specific titles are fetching eye-watering sums on eBay, especially in the run-up to the Christmas season. One standout example is the Pokémon franchise, with certain games selling for as much as £445.
This surge in value has led to heartbreaking stories for some collectors. One Reddit user shared that their mother threw away a copy of Pokémon Platinum they had owned for 16 years, deeming it unnecessary for an adult. Accompanying the post was a screenshot showing the game's value ranging from £95 to £445 online, depending on its condition.
Painful Stories of Lost Gaming Treasure
The sentiment was echoed by other users who recounted similar tales of valuable collections being lost. One individual revealed that their mother gave away a collection of GameCube games to a younger cousin, which included prized titles like Pokémon Colosseum and The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker. The relative subsequently sold them.
Another user lamented the loss of a complete set of first-generation Pokémon cards, all in excellent condition, which were mistakenly discarded. A further story involved an entire video game collection, spanning from the NES to the Wii era, along with a mint-condition Shadowless Charizard card, disappearing after the owner moved out.
Which Games Are Worth The Most?
Data from Price Charting confirms that Pokémon games are the most valuable Nintendo DS titles, closely followed by Super Mario games. The top ten most valuable games, based on their 'high price' valuation, are led by Pokémon HeartGold Version at an impressive £592.
The full list of high-value games is a call to action for anyone with old gaming boxes tucked away:
- Pokemon HeartGold Version - £592
- Pokemon SoulSilver Version - £577
- Pokemon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky - £341
- Pokemon Platinum - £303
- Solatorobo: Red The Hunter - £265
- Pokemon Black Version 2 - £237
- Coraline - £225
- The Wizard of Oz: Beyond the Yellow Brick Road - £204
- Pokemon White Version 2 - £189
- Dragon Quest V: Hand of the Heavenly Bride - £151
With such significant sums at stake, the advice is clear: it is well worth taking the time to search through your attic for these vintage classics. You might just discover you are sitting on a goldmine without even knowing it.
