Desktop Tower Defense
Nintendo DS · 2009
About this game
As indicated by the name, Desktop Tower Defense is a strategy game in the tower defense genre that takes place on a desktop—that being an actual desk, as the background shows a wood surface, the edge of a keyboard, and some loose change among other objects.
During each round the player is presented with a blank field that they must populate with a variety of towers, all having unique weapon capabilities.
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Some of the weapons include Pellet Towers, which simply fire small pellets; Dart Towers, which of course fire darts; Frost Towers, which can freeze the enemy; and Ink Towers, which fire ink that traps the enemies in place.
The enemies in this game are known as creeps, and there are multiple varieties which resemble various microorganisms.
All have different abilities—some are more resistant to damage, others move faster, while some can even fly (necessitating the use of "anti-aircraft" towers).
The player's score is calculated based on how many creeps escape to the exit, and how much time is left on the clock when they proceed to the next level (once all creeps are destroyed, the player can either wait out the clock, or click on a button to immediately go to the next level).
Destroying creeps earns gold that can be used to buy or upgrade towers.
Upgrading towers makes them more powerful, and is necessary to defeat some of the more advanced creeps.
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 Desktop Tower Defense 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-10 | Sealed / New | NTSC-U | €12.67 |
| 2026-08-10 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €13.94 |
| 2026-08-10 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €3.66 |
| 2026-08-10 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €2.29 |
| 2026-08-10 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-U | €7.07 |
| 2026-08-10 | Boxed (CIB) | NTSC-U | €7.80 |
| 2026-07-12 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-U | €7.00 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €14.06 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €2.33 |
| 2026-07-12 | Sealed / New | NTSC-U | €12.78 |
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €3.73 |
| 2026-07-12 | Boxed (CIB) | NTSC-U | €9.24 |
| 2026-07-10 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €2.33 |
| 2026-07-10 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-U | €7.00 |
| 2026-07-10 | Boxed (CIB) | NTSC-U | €9.23 |
| 2026-07-10 | Sealed / New | NTSC-U | €12.78 |
| 2026-07-10 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €14.05 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €3.73 |
| 2026-07-09 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-U | €8.76 |
| 2026-06-18 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €2.27 |
| 2026-06-18 | Boxed (CIB) | NTSC-U | €9.18 |
| 2026-06-18 | Sealed / New | NTSC-U | €12.60 |
| 2026-06-18 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €13.86 |
| 2026-06-18 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €3.62 |
| 2026-06-18 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-U | €6.90 |
| 2026-06-17 | Graded New | NTSC-U | €13.86 |
| 2026-06-17 | Boxed (CIB) | NTSC-U | €9.18 |
| 2026-06-17 | Manual Only | NTSC-U | €2.27 |
| 2026-06-17 | Sealed / New | NTSC-U | €12.60 |
| 2026-06-17 | Box Only | NTSC-U | €3.62 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Desktop Tower Defense 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 Desktop Tower Defense worth?
Desktop Tower Defense for Nintendo DS is currently worth €7.07 loose, €7.80 complete in box, and €12.67 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Desktop Tower Defense rare?
Desktop Tower Defense 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 Desktop Tower Defense?
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 Desktop Tower Defense, loose is €7.07 and CIB is €7.80 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
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