Blockbuster trade in deals

[thegamer4787]

When I went to Blockbuster on 10/01 a sales associate was handing out flyers promoting a trade in promotion at the store starting October 5th The flyer claims that games and DVD's qualify for store credit, and it also claims that everything is worth at least $8. This is a great alternative to trading items at eb or gamestop or what have you, however, it only lasts for a limited time, and no, I do not know how limited the time is so don't ask. I'll just type out the flyer so I'm not flooded with questions.
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TRADE IN
AT BLOCKBUSTER

Gather up all those old DVD's and games
trade them in at blockbuster to get credit for anything in
the store!

Starting October 5th
For a limited time only
EVERYTHING will be
worth $8!!!
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EDIT: Hey guys, sorry for the lack of specifics. I went to the Tinley Park, IL Blockbuster. What I typed in under the post is the flyer verbatim, so I'm not sure about ps1 games, although I would be inclined to say yes on those seeing how my Blockbuster sells them. I really need to capitalize on this deal.

[WeaponX2099]

What blockbuster did you go to? Aren't in Illinois?

[jaykrue]

Geez, I hope this deal is legit in illinois. It sucks since there isn't any gamerush here so if this is true this'll be the closest us illlini will get to having a gamerush

[alfonsosoriano]

Wow, this would be awesome. I could trade in some old sports games and get NBA Live 05. I gotta check mine out.

Oh, any idea if they will give you $8 for psone games?? Or would it be just next-gen systems...

[Strell]

Any idea if the $8 is store credit or pure cash?

I could make a lot of money on this deal pretty easily...

[Crush Crawfish]

I sure hope you can trade in PS1 games. I'd like to get rid of some sports titles I have lying around...

[buster90]

I have lots of old DVD's I need to unload I hope this is true.

[Trakan]

The 8 bucks would be trade-in credit, not cash. I was just at my local BB yesterday and I didn't see anything. YMMV is my guess.

[zewone]

I've seen the DVD $8 deal advertised at my Blocbuster but it didn't mention games at all. YMMV for sure.

[dpatel]

As far as I know, my local BB is doing the trade-in deal but its only for DVD's. Didn't hear about an $8 minimum.

Also, I remember them doing a similar deal in the past but the credit could only be used on select movies. Don't know if it will be different this time.

[Admiral Ackbar]

So they'll accept used DVD's and give $8 minimum?

He;ll, you could buy a Gasaraki boxed set from Right stuf for $35 and then trade it in for nearly double your money.

[stoned99]

or buy a bunch of the 2$ overstock.com dvd's and clean up :)

[Strell]

Gamestops usually sell used anime DVDs for cheap, sometimes as low as 2-3 bucks. You could pick up several of those and make some nice money, and then buy some games or controllers.

Just a thought.

[Requiem]

Reading the first post, it could mean that it will only get a fixed price of $8 right?

So even if you trade in a new game like Fable you'll get $8?

They should word it better. If it's $8 minimum, they should say "We'll add an extra $8 credit to each DVD/game traded in.

I need some clarification.

[Nephets]

Reading the first post, it could mean that it will only get a fixed price of $8 right?

So even if you trade in a new game like Fable you'll get $8?

They should word it better. If it's $8 minimum, they should say "We'll add an extra $8 credit to each DVD/game traded in.

I need some clarification.

I'm sure that you get at least 8 dollars. Like, normally on old sports games you'd get maybe a dollar or so, but with this, you'd be guaranteed at least 8 dollars.

[the_deej]

last time i went to my blockbuster, all i remember was them saying they were going to only accept game tradeins

[evilmojo12542]

I for one have a crap load of old ps1 games I am more than willing to let go for that type of credit

[drfrielgood]

I work at a Blockbuster/Gamerush. I know about the $8 minimum for DVDs, but the $8 games thing I have no idea about.

[CheapyD]

Flyer scan here:

http://www.cheapassgamer.com/images/ads/bbtradein1.jpg
http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=32897

[el bobo]

Thanks Cheapy.

[hutno]

$20 for halo is impressive

[Requiem]

thanks cheapy d, but does that ad still apply. it says for the month of September?

[CheapyD]

thanks cheapy d, but does that ad still apply. it says for the month of September?

I couldn't say, but an employee handed one to me about 2 hours ago.

[pfunkpearl]

Does the $8 include ps1 games? Anyone know? I know they currently have the deal at gamerush with ps1 games if u trade in 3 or more you get $3 extra as opposed to the $5 this gen deal.

Anyone know anyplace that runs or is running a bare minumum trade in for cds? Like at $5 apeice? I'm looking to ride myself of a box or 2...thanks.

[cyberlian]

crap if this is true then I screwed up, I traded like 16 dvds for $5 (yes it was a minimum of $5, the newer ones brought like $6.50 or $7, *Store Credit*) so if this $8 min offer is legit, I would have missed out on a possible extra $48 of store credit...crap

[supadupacheap]

I talked to 4 blockbusters AND the regional manager today about this. Its JUST dvds. Maybe some stores are doing the games to but assume its very YMMV. Corperate sent out an email for the $8 thing. The games thing (if yours has an offer) isnt inclusive of this offer so its prob something that particular store is doing.

[Santurio]

hmmm.....I will have to look into this $8 thing could help out alot.

[thegamer4787]

Hmm, well my flyer definitely mentions game trade ins not just dvds (sorry I would scan the flyer if I had a scanner). The flyer says "everything is worth $8!!!" This makes it sound like you would get a flat $8 for everything, but a) that would make no sense whatsoever and b) the sales associate said everything earns you at least $8 like I said in the first post.

[ryosnk]

Yes theirs a bb by me and it also has trade in for $8. I hope its also for ps1 games ;).

[buster90]

Does the $8 include ps1 games? Anyone know? I know they currently have the deal at gamerush with ps1 games if u trade in 3 or more you get $3 extra as opposed to the $5 this gen deal.

Anyone know anyplace that runs or is running a bare minumum trade in for cds? Like at $5 apeice? I'm looking to ride myself of a box or 2...thanks.

Hastings occassionaly does these deals. There is one in McKinney and Denton.

[daphatty]

Does Blockbuster sell new video games? I'd take advantage of this if they sold Mario Party 2. :D I've got some crappy dvd's that I'd love to offload. :D

[thegamer4787]

Daphatty, my Blockbuster sells new games, so I know that at least some of the stores sell new games, may be YMMV though.

[kidkash03]

$20 for Halo is very impressive. I hope one of my BBs nearby is doing this offer, and has some good games in stock.

[WeaponX2099]

I'll probably go or call that Tinley park location tomorrow.

[ElwoodCuse]

$20 for Halo is very nice but it's kinda like FYE, good trade-in values and crap prices on new stuff. Plus, I don't think any of the Blockbusters around here even sell new games.

[MegoW64]

I also work at Blockbuster/Gamerush and the deal is only on dvd's...sorry folks.

[pinoy530]

I also work at Blockbuster/Gamerush and the deal is only on dvd's...sorry folks.

Why do people keep saying this? Several people, including cheapy have already confirmed this at their Blockbuster. Its valid at my Blockbuster in Austin, Texas. So while it may not be at every one, its certainly at some of them. Just call your local BB.

[jaykrue]

None of the BB's in the North Chicago area are good...the employees all give me the same story: we've never heard of such a thing so it's a no go... unless they're all clueless...

[supadupacheap]

I also work at Blockbuster/Gamerush and the deal is only on dvd's...sorry folks.

Why do people keep saying this? Several people, including cheapy have already confirmed this at their Blockbuster. Its valid at my Blockbuster in Austin, Texas. So while it may not be at every one, its certainly at some of them. Just call your local BB.

As stated earlier, games and dvds are two different promotions. The only nationwide promo is the dvd (i saw the email) You store COULD be doing a games deal but its YMMV. As far as calling, I wouldnt bother, I called four different stores and got four different idiots. You need to bite the bullet and go up there. If its far, then decide if its worth it if you get shutout.

[ramprider0]

Is this only at Blockbuster/Gamerushes or can you go to any Blockbuster and trade in DVD's?

[slidecage]

hell if its 8 buck min on all dvds I can go to the pawn shop pick up dvds for 3 bucks each. 7x8 = 56 3x8 = 24 i can pick up paper mario 2 for 24 bucks and have 3 bucks left over for candy

[CheapyD]

Is this only at Blockbuster/Gamerushes or can you go to any Blockbuster and trade in DVD's?

This flyer came from a Blockbuster with no Game Rush.
The back of the flyer has the DVD trade in values.

[thegamer4787]

The Blockbuster I received the flyer from came from a Blockbuster without a gamerush. And stop saying "This is only for dvds" maybe your blockbuster has a dvd only deal, but mine includes games.

[Ecofreak]

Does Blockbuster sell systems, because I have enough crap games to maybe get one with store credit? Or at least enough to make the system within my price range. ^^;

[Magician]

Does Blockbuster sell systems, because I have enough crap games to maybe get one with store credit? Or at least enough to make the system within my price range. ^^;

I don't think I've ever seen a system for sale at my local Blockbuster. I've seen new games, used games, and PS1 game, but I don't recall them stocking any next-gen consoles.

[supadupacheap]

You have to call around to see which stores in your area carry/can get systems. Took me 4 tries before I found the main one that does. My only worry is, since they sell so few I wonder if their stock is old and probably Thompson drive xboxes. :(

[ramprider0]

Is this only at Blockbuster/Gamerushes or can you go to any Blockbuster and trade in DVD's?

This flyer came from a Blockbuster with no Game Rush.
The back of the flyer has the DVD trade in values.
Awesome I'm definetly getting rid of Jaws:The revenge for 8 bucks, considering I only payed 5.00$ for it :lol:

[Ecofreak]

Anyone think that BB will pre-order next-gen systems maybe? I may just save up my store credit and use it to buy a PS3. :D

[MegoW64]

There is a deal going on where if you trade in 3 or more games from the 4 major consoles then you get $5 for each game (bring in 4 games then you'll automatically know that you'll be getting 20 bucks)

The minimum for a dvd now is $5...so for a short time it's going to be $8, it wouldnt make sense for them to do that with games..they would lose way to much money.

Do you think Blockbuster wants to lose money? Hell no.

[supadupacheap]

Anyone think that BB will pre-order next-gen systems maybe? I may just save up my store credit and use it to buy a PS3. :D

Yeah, theyd do it. Although, since you can barely find current hardware there, dont expect to pick up your PS3 until 2009. :P

[hero_icon_rolemodel]

Darn, I shouldn't have traded in 5 of my crap games during that EB promotion. I could have gotten double credit if I would have waited.

[thegamer4787]

MegoW64, every time you post you are implying that I am a liar. The promotion includes games at my store, so please do not say "Sorry it does not include games." Maybe it does not include games at your particular Blockbuster, but that does not apply to all stores. My Blockbuster overprices some of their games by a decent margin, so paying $8 per game would still make by Blockbuster a profit. I don't see how this would "lose" them money as you said in a previous post. It may diminish their profits per game that they sell, but if this deal attracts a spike in trade ins the store will make out better with the sale.

[Admiral Ackbar]

Does Blockbuster sell systems, because I have enough crap games to maybe get one with store credit? Or at least enough to make the system within my price range. ^^;

My local blockbuster had systems to sell along with rent.

[slidecage]

I called the local BB up they said ANy dvd is will at least 8 bucks as long its something BB would carry. Games start at 1 buck though

[doubledown]

I hope this is true....I have to go to BB/GameRush to pick up MK:Deception on the 5th...so maybe I'll take a few OLD games and DVD's with me.

[rocksolidaudio]

None of the BB's in the North Chicago area are good...the employees all give me the same story: we've never heard of such a thing so it's a no go... unless they're all clueless...

well, they must be clueless, because both of the ones i've tried there (lawrence/western and broadway/foster) are participating. call around this week, they just might have not known about it yet.


i also spoke to a BB employee at length about this tonight, and he gave me a copy of the official terms and conditions sheet. basically, the dvd needs to be in their computer, meaning it's not completely obscure, and the game has to have some resale value/demand, or they can just decide not to accept it. i mean, i'll certainly be trying to trade in a handful of old sports games, but i think it will vary a lot by location.

ipso facto:

"6. DVD and game software titles, game hardware platforms, and other products eligible for trade will be determined by BLOCKBUSTER in its sole discretion and may vary from store to store. BLOCKBUSTER may elect not to accept a particular title (including game software titles for a particular game platform) or an individual copy of a particular title, a brand of game hardware unit or any individual unit, or other product for any reason, including, without limitation, suitability of title for resale by BLOCKBUSTER, inventory needs, or the condition of any individual product or packaging."

[seppuku]

Darn, I shouldn't have traded in 5 of my crap games during that EB promotion. I could have gotten double credit if I would have waited.
i second that....less than a dollar for 4 of the 5 games i traded :cry:

[jaykrue]

thanx rocksolidaudio! Gonna check this out today.

[timmylamb]

Well its started at the local blockbuster, they replaced their old 5$ per dvd poster with a 8$ per DVD poster.

[cyberlian]

Well its started at the local blockbuster, they replaced their old 5$ per dvd poster with a 8$ per DVD poster.
did you see the expiration date?

[MegoW64]

MegoW64, every time you post you are implying that I am a liar. The promotion includes games at my store, so please do not say "Sorry it does not include games." Maybe it does not include games at your particular Blockbuster, but that does not apply to all stores. My Blockbuster overprices some of their games by a decent margin, so paying $8 per game would still make by Blockbuster a profit. I don't see how this would "lose" them money as you said in a previous post. It may diminish their profits per game that they sell, but if this deal attracts a spike in trade ins the store will make out better with the sale.

I'm sorry if you took it that way, but I assure you that in no way was I trying to imply anything except that maybe you might be mistaken...but you're right, it could be different at other stores

I just dont get why Blockbuster would take games that at one point just .50 and make it an $8 minumum...that's crazy.

Just yesterday I did some trades on a bunch of Football games from 2001-2002...with only one of them having a trade-in value of over $1.50

It would just be crazy, in my opinion, for them to do that but it makes much more sense for them to do it on the dvds since their trade in rate is already a min. of $5.

[wubb]

Do they give you a blockbuster gift card with the credit on it or is it something else? (Like just a paper receipt.)

My main question is, can the credit be used for purchases of new/used games and DVDs as well as be used to pay for normal old rentals at the BB?

Or if they give you an actual gift card you could probably eBay it for 95%+ of it's face value.

[cyberlian]

You can buy a gift card using the credit, or you can attach it to your blockbuster account (i wouldn't recommend, cause then you can only use it that store), and my favorite, they can credit it to a gamerush card, which is like a reusable gift card that can be used at any blockbuster...

[video_gamer324]

Do they give you a blockbuster gift card with the credit on it or is it something else? (Like just a paper receipt.)

My main question is, can the credit be used for purchases of new/used games and DVDs as well as be used to pay for normal old rentals at the BB?

Or if they give you an actual gift card you could probably eBay it for 95%+ of it's face value.

They should offer either to put the credit on your account or onto a giftcard. The credit can then be used for anything - rentals, movies, games, etc. You can get used or new stuff, but under no circumstances will they give you cash.

[wubb]

I think being able to get a giftcard with the credit makes this super hot. I'll have to check my local BBs to make sure they are at least doing the DVD side of the deal.

[smalien1]

They guarantee five bucks for every DVD

[buster90]

I was there today...applies only on DVD"s. BUt still a good deal.

[Trakan]

Damnit, I just traded in a DVD the other day for $5. Oh well.

[rocksolidaudio]

I was there today...applies only on DVD"s. BUt still a good deal.

Can people please stop saying this? It varies store to store, some take games, some don't. Everyone should check for themselves.

[thegamer4787]

Thank you Rocksolidaudio, yes it obviously does vary between stores. I believe all of the people who say their promotion only includes dvds, now believe me when I say my promotion includes games as well. Aforementioned, yes, this may seem crazy to give an $8 minimum on games, but the flyer and associate assured that everything would earn at least $8. I will report on my trip later on tonight.

[rocksolidaudio]

well, here's the deal. as i said earlier, and quoted from the blockbuster rules sheet, stores can refuse a trade-in or give whatever amount they deem appropriate (or, what the computer does anyhow). so, today when i went to trade madden 2003, they offered me $1.50. there's a "trade 3 get $5 extra on each" deal running for the time being, so if you're going to trade in some super-crap games, i suggest taking advantage of it.

[el bobo]

Watch it guys, sometimes if the store is overstocked with a game they may only give you $4 or something, the first copy you trade in if there are not many in the store you may get $8. See my post for more details...

[Masterkyo]

I just trade-in Tons of DVD's today for $8.00 Each but the the Advertise sign is $5.00

I endup got $256.50 Credit (Block Buster Value Card)

I'll take another trip tomorrow :)

[cyberlian]

They guarantee five bucks for every DVD
It change today until the end of the month... $8 each... I got $240 credit today

[sblymnlcrymnl]

They guarantee five bucks for every DVD
It change today until the end of the month... $8 each... I got $240 credit today

Hot damn!

[buster90]

They guarantee five bucks for every DVD
It change today until the end of the month... $8 each... I got $240 credit today

Even the crap DVD's Walmart sells for $1.00???

[rocksolidaudio]

please, for fucks sake, read the entire thread.

[subparplasma]

By rule of thumb, if you're going to try to take advantadge of BB by buying cheap dvds, make sure they're at least listed on their website. You still run the risk of them not accepting the discs, but it's not as high.

[thegamer4787]

Hey guys, Rocksolidaudio is right, all I saw upon my visit was the trade 3 games and receive an extra $5 per game sign. I have no idea what happened with the $8 for everything deal on games (pretty sure it applies on dvds) but the flyer definitely said everything earns you $8 (first post). I figure it is not worth the trouble of the $8 deal, seeing how with that deal I would have gotten $24, but with the extra $5 deal I earned around $25.50. So, yes I was wrong about the $8 deal applying to games, HOWEVER I was going by the flyer that I was given. It turns out that giving $8 per game wouldn't be that absurd seeing how the $5 extra deal earned me more credit.

[Ribkage]

Since when does non gamerush blockbusters take game trade-ins?

The extra 5 per game is an awsome deal! If my bb does this Ill go later tonight. :)

[bahgee]

By rule of thumb, if you're going to try to take advantadge of BB by buying cheap dvds, make sure they're at least listed on their website. You still run the risk of them not accepting the discs, but it's not as high.

Yes, beware. I traded in 20 dvds tonite for a whopping $173. They give you tax back as well. The only DVD they wouldn't take was Firefox (Clint Eastwood), so beware, they don't take everything.

[Nirvanaguy777]

hopefully some idiot will trade in tales of destiny for 7 bucks so i can buy it for 30

[suko_32]

So every Blockbuster has this trade in deal going on at least for DVDs?

[Saucy Jack]

As usual, I apologize if this has been posted, but hopefully someone will find this helpful:

Here's what the flyer says:

Get at least $8 per DVD trade*

*Store credit only. $8 minimum store credit offer available for a limited time only, on DVDs otherwise eligible for trade-in in accordance with Blockbuster's standards for type of DVD, condition of DVD and packaging, all as determined by Blockbuster in it's sole discretion from time to time. DVDs with damaged cover art may be accepted by Blockbuster in its sole discretion but may receive less than $8 store credit. Must be a member and have signed a trading agreement to trade. Trades subject to DVD Trading Terms and Conditions available at store. Amount of store credit subject to change at any time without advance notice. Participating stores only. See store for full details. Offer expiration dat 11/01/04

[ramprider0]

I traded in Jaws:The Revenge and bought 28 days later this is a pretty good deal! But how long is this going to go on for?

[MattFoley]

I have also taken advantage of the deal. But just to let everyone know, it varies store to store on the game trade ins. I have two BB within 2 miles, and one takes games, and the other does not. The one that did take the games is not a gamerush either. They are just taking games. The DVD deal is really great for all those DVDs that I double dipped on.

[Saucy Jack]

I traded in Jaws:The Revenge and bought 28 days later this is a pretty good deal! But how long is this going to go on for?

According to the flyer I've seen, it says the offer expires 11/1/04

[buster90]

Will they take back DVD"s with no cover art? ALl I have is the disc in a plain black case will they take these?????

[rocksolidaudio]

yes, they will, but you won't get the $8 minimum

[Nephets]

So, like, I could trade in some stupid movies that I bought for some reason, and those old South Park Volume 1-6 DVD's? Howabout these crap wrestling DVD's I have for some reason? Do they accept wrestling DVD's, at all?

[buster90]

So, like, I could trade in some stupid movies that I bought for some reason, and those old South Park Volume 1-6 DVD's? Howabout these crap wrestling DVD's I have for some reason? Do they accept wrestling DVD's, at all?

It is worth a try. If they are new I would say yes. I traded in Cat in the Hat, PLanet of the Apes, and got $8 for each today. As far as the no cover goes this is YMMV my Blockbuster would not take any DVD"s without cover art.

[ramprider0]

I tried trading in Road Rage II (Crotch Rocket video) and they wouldn't take it so I don't think they'd take the wrestling videos but it doesn't hurt to try.

[Nephets]

These are pretty new WWE brand DVD's, and they make up half of what I'm trading in, so I sure hope they accept them.

[hiccupleftovers]

Well sicne I'm new to this, I could technically buy a bunch of Walmart $5 dvds and trade them in for South Park and stuff?

[Nephets]

Just traded in my stuff, they took everything (except two old WWE DVD's), and I got 200 bucks for it.

So, I used that 200 to get MadTV season 1, and Indiana Jones Widescreen collection, I spent like 97 on those, and still have 102 in credit left.

Man, I'm gonna stock up on cheap Wal-Mart DVD's, they seem to take them.

[Trakan]

Wal-Mart DVD's are $5.50. It wouldn't be the greatest deal to trade them in for $8.

[Strell]

It's only a great deal if you don't mind BB credit. Personally I'd rather them give me cash. Oh well. The BBs around here don't have much worth buying anyway.

Might be a good idea to check Gamestops for used DVDs though. I sometimes see anime DVDs for 2-3 bucks there. It's worth a shot, I guess you could always return them if BB didn't take them.

[crystalklear64]

Yay! After countless months of waiting I finally had the good fortune of someone turning in a copy of Disgaea. I traded in 6 5$ DVD's and that biatch was mine!
Praise the great minds behind BB's current deal. \:D/

[buster90]

Wal-Mart DVD's are $5.50. It wouldn't be the greatest deal to trade them in for $8.

Depends. If you buy 15 Walmart DVD's at $5.50 that is $82.50 plus tax that is about $88.

15X $8 is $120

120-88= $32 profit.

[Saucy Jack]

Just traded in my stuff, they took everything (except two old WWE DVD's), and I got 200 bucks for it.

So, I used that 200 to get MadTV season 1, and Indiana Jones Widescreen collection, I spent like 97 on those, and still have 102 in credit left.

Man, I'm gonna stock up on cheap Wal-Mart DVD's, they seem to take them.

What two WWE DVDs do you still have? Since you are looking to get rid of them, and I collect them, maybe there's something I would be interested in.

[Indiana]

Wal-Mart DVD's are $5.50. It wouldn't be the greatest deal to trade them in for $8.

Depends. If you buy 15 Walmart DVD's at $5.50 that is $82.50 plus tax that is about $88.

15X $8 is $120

120-88= $32 profit.

Why not just get a job. $32 for buying and selling movies is not that great of a deal. Plus BB does not take back some of the oldest movies so you could get stuck with movies they will not take.

[monsoon man]

While I was picking up MK Deception I traded in 4 DVD's without any problems. 2 were old wrestling dvd's..(Rock the people's champ and Judgement day 2001?). One of my DVD's had a scratch on the barcode but they still took it. I tried trading in dvd's that said promo only where the barcode is but they wouldn't accept it. Any ideas on how to get past that? Those DVD's came when I first bought my DVD. So it isn't like they are only previews for the actual movie.

Thanks

[Trakan]

Wal-Mart DVD's are $5.50. It wouldn't be the greatest deal to trade them in for $8.

Depends. If you buy 15 Walmart DVD's at $5.50 that is $82.50 plus tax that is about $88.

15X $8 is $120

120-88= $32 profit.

Why not just get a job. $32 for buying and selling movies is not that great of a deal. Plus BB does not take back some of the oldest movies so you could get stuck with movies they will not take.

If you planned on spending that much anyways, it'd be worth it. Most likely, not though.

Anyways, I traded in 7 DVD's today and got $56. I bought 4 games with it. :D

[TC]

Thanks for the heads up on this deal. Traded in some movies I never watch anymore and walked out with $152.50 in credit on my account.

PS The gamerush/blockbuster folks by me are especially nice. Pleasant to go into a store like that.

[rocksolidaudio]

just wanted to bump this for any new activity

[KingDox]

well here is what I'm going to do, I'm going to get a bunch of cheap dvds from Gamestop with my 20% I have and then go to bestbuy and get some cheap dvds getting rewards points. Then I'm going to watch those movies then turn them in to BB. It will be much cheaper then renting them and I'm sure I'll turn at least some profit.

[rafissaying]

^^^^^^^^

hey basically its like free rentals. smart plan!!!

[punqsux]

in pittsburgh all blockbusters are takig DVDs but they are only offering 5 in credit...still not bad...8 would be nicer tho ^^

[WeaponX2099]

I traded in 3 dvd's 2 days ago, wanted to get Skies of Arcadia, but it was 29.99 used. I hope to hell that they fix that.

I'm calling the corporate office to fix it and get something free in return hopefully.

[The Take Out Bandit]

Has anybody had any trouble having the balance on your account placed on a Gift Card for use at other locations?

My Blockbuster isn't the brightest bulb in the lamp, and I should have been wary of dealing with them; but I did and now I'm getting the run around. They are claiming you can only have the balance placed on a gift card at the opening of the trade account. So I've got a good deal of credit sitting at Blockbuster that I have no intention of using for rentals, and their new game selection is quite isht, with no means of special ordering games for customers. :?

I'd love to use my credit at their equally incompetent, but some times stocked Game Rush location.

I may have to get on the horn to the district manager if this doesn't pan out. :?

[Gameboy415]

This deal is FUCKING BULLSHIT!

I went into BB today with a stack of games and DVDs and asked if I could trade them in. So the guy grabs them and starts checking the condition of the discs and what-not and he's like "Oh you know you can only trade in 2 a day, right?" (STRIKE 1). So I'm like, um NO, I guess I'll just trade Family Guy and Ninja Gaiden then. So he scans them and says Family Guy is $29.99 and Ninja Gaiden is $39.99. So I'm like hell yeah, I'll do that. Then he says that I could only get store credit, but only at THAT store. Turns out that store does NOT carry new games. (STRIKE 2) So I'm like, fine whatever I'll just get DVDs. So he gives me a paper to sign and goes and helps some other customers. So I'm waiting there for 20 MINUTES for this guy to come back and give me my store credit. (STRIKE 3!) FINALLY, he mosey's back over and DOES NOT APOLOGIZE and just grabs the sheet and starts typing stuff in. I ask if I can get a gift card so I can use it at other stores that DO sell new games and he's like "NO". So I start saying how the whole reason I'm trading stuff in is to buy new games and he INTERRUPTS ME and asks for my phone number. (STRIKE 4!!!!!!!!!!!!!) So I give it to him and he scans Ninja Gaiden again and he's like "Ok, this one's $15". And I'm like "WHAT? 20 minutes ago you told me it was worth $39.99"?? And he's like "Uh, guess not" (STRIKE FUCKING FIVE!!!!!!!!!) So I just say, Fine, forget it. Grab my stuff and say "thanks for wasting my fucking time" and storm out.

/rant

Hope you all have better luck. I for one will never set foot in a Blockbuster again.

[buster90]

This deal is shaq-fuing BULLSHIT!

I went into BB today with a stack of games and DVDs and asked if I could trade them in. So the guy grabs them and starts checking the condition of the discs and what-not and he's like "Oh you know you can only trade in 2 a day, right?" (STRIKE 1). So I'm like, um NO, I guess I'll just trade Family Guy and Ninja Gaiden then. So he scans them and says Family Guy is $29.99 and Ninja Gaiden is $39.99. So I'm like hell yeah, I'll do that. Then he says that I could only get store credit, but only at THAT store. Turns out that store does NOT carry new games. (STRIKE 2) So I'm like, fine whatever I'll just get DVDs. So he gives me a paper to sign and goes and helps some other customers. So I'm waiting there for 20 MINUTES for this guy to come back and give me my store credit. (STRIKE 3!) FINALLY, he mosey's back over and DOES NOT APOLOGIZE and just grabs the sheet and starts typing stuff in. I ask if I can get a gift card so I can use it at other stores that DO sell new games and he's like "NO". So I start saying how the whole reason I'm trading stuff in is to buy new games and he INTERRUPTS ME and asks for my phone number. (STRIKE 4!!!!!!!!!!!!!) So I give it to him and he scans Ninja Gaiden again and he's like "Ok, this one's $15". And I'm like "WHAT? 20 minutes ago you told me it was worth $39.99"?? And he's like "Uh, guess not" (STRIKE shaq-fuing FIVE!!!!!!!!!) So I just say, Fine, forget it. Grab my stuff and say "thanks for wasting my shaq-fuing time" and storm out.

/rant

Hope you all have better luck. I for one will never set foot in a Blockbuster again.

It seems me you just got an A-hole of an employee. I would not blame at BB's just that one for hiring that idiot. Like I always say I would have demanded to see a manager.

[cyberlian]

It seems me you just got an A-hole of an employee. I would not blame at BB's just that one for hiring that idiot. Like I always say I would have demanded to see a manager.
I agree, most of the bb employees are not that bad... I had a couple of dumb asses, but i just wait it out and either go to another gr or wait until a different time of the day (different shifts)

[andrew333]

i was told when you trade something in - you can put it on a gift card or create a store balance but that once you put it on the store balance you are stuck (that being said, all the stores seem to have the same stuff anyway)

[PrinceNeil]

I don't get how you see a profit when you buy $5 DVD's and get $8 in STORE CREDIT back...you're still spending money to get store credit. If you're getting cash back, then that's really the profit. Plus BB is usually overpriced on their used games.

[wubb]

I called the closest 6 BBs to me and none of them are taking DVDs for store credit. Anyone know of any BBs in north VA that are participating in this? PM me!

[peloquin17]

ive done this multiple times already. these stores are screwing you.

they ARE allowed to put the credit on a gift card
they ARE allowed to take more than 2 items per trade in.

if it's the manager thats pulling this shit, call the district manager, or just call their corporate office.

[jshorr]

This deal is shaq-fuing BULLSHIT!

I went into BB today with a stack of games and DVDs and asked if I could trade them in. So the guy grabs them and starts checking the condition of the discs and what-not and he's like "Oh you know you can only trade in 2 a day, right?" (STRIKE 1). So I'm like, um NO, I guess I'll just trade Family Guy and Ninja Gaiden then. So he scans them and says Family Guy is $29.99 and Ninja Gaiden is $39.99. So I'm like hell yeah, I'll do that. Then he says that I could only get store credit, but only at THAT store. Turns out that store does NOT carry new games. (STRIKE 2) So I'm like, fine whatever I'll just get DVDs. So he gives me a paper to sign and goes and helps some other customers. So I'm waiting there for 20 MINUTES for this guy to come back and give me my store credit. (STRIKE 3!) FINALLY, he mosey's back over and DOES NOT APOLOGIZE and just grabs the sheet and starts typing stuff in. I ask if I can get a gift card so I can use it at other stores that DO sell new games and he's like "NO". So I start saying how the whole reason I'm trading stuff in is to buy new games and he INTERRUPTS ME and asks for my phone number. (STRIKE 4!!!!!!!!!!!!!) So I give it to him and he scans Ninja Gaiden again and he's like "Ok, this one's $15". And I'm like "WHAT? 20 minutes ago you told me it was worth $39.99"?? And he's like "Uh, guess not" (STRIKE shaq-fuing FIVE!!!!!!!!!) So I just say, Fine, forget it. Grab my stuff and say "thanks for wasting my shaq-fuing time" and storm out.

/rant

Hope you all have better luck. I for one will never set foot in a Blockbuster again.

Sorry you went through this ordeal but I just gotta say did you really think he was going to give you $39.99 for a used copy of Ninja Gaiden? He sounds like a total ass tho.

[jshorr]

Is the $5 extra per game if you trade in 3 or more supposed to be at all Blockbuster's? Because I just called the closest one and I got "I don't know nothing about about that".

[Requiem]

Ouch, that really did sound like a bad ordeal posted above.

I've heard of some BB employees being very nice and helpful, so not all of them are like that. If you want to press it further, you could get the name of that guy and complain. Waiting 20 minutes like that and not even getting an apology for the long wait is WRONG.

[stoned99]

This deal is shaq-fuing BULLSHIT!

I went into BB today with a stack of games and DVDs and asked if I could trade them in. So the guy grabs them and starts checking the condition of the discs and what-not and he's like "Oh you know you can only trade in 2 a day, right?" (STRIKE 1). So I'm like, um NO, I guess I'll just trade Family Guy and Ninja Gaiden then. So he scans them and says Family Guy is $29.99 and Ninja Gaiden is $39.99. So I'm like hell yeah, I'll do that. Then he says that I could only get store credit, but only at THAT store. Turns out that store does NOT carry new games. (STRIKE 2) So I'm like, fine whatever I'll just get DVDs. So he gives me a paper to sign and goes and helps some other customers. So I'm waiting there for 20 MINUTES for this guy to come back and give me my store credit. (STRIKE 3!) FINALLY, he mosey's back over and DOES NOT APOLOGIZE and just grabs the sheet and starts typing stuff in. I ask if I can get a gift card so I can use it at other stores that DO sell new games and he's like "NO". So I start saying how the whole reason I'm trading stuff in is to buy new games and he INTERRUPTS ME and asks for my phone number. (STRIKE 4!!!!!!!!!!!!!) So I give it to him and he scans Ninja Gaiden again and he's like "Ok, this one's $15". And I'm like "WHAT? 20 minutes ago you told me it was worth $39.99"?? And he's like "Uh, guess not" (STRIKE shaq-fuing FIVE!!!!!!!!!) So I just say, Fine, forget it. Grab my stuff and say "thanks for wasting my shaq-fuing time" and storm out.

/rant

Hope you all have better luck. I for one will never set foot in a Blockbuster again.

You know the Asswipe game you BB's resell prive the first time, and I guess he realised his mistake the second time round. Can you imagine, if you could only trade 2 items a day, the 5$ extra for 3+ trade in's would be very difficult :)

I too have had bad experience at certain BB's, but there is always another round the corner.

[Ribkage]

Is the $5 extra per game if you trade in 3 or more supposed to be at all Blockbuster's? Because I just called the closest one and I got "I don't know nothing about about that".

Ive called 3 different BBs in my area and not a one had a clue what I was talking about. They knew about the 8 dollar DVD thing but not about any bonus for trading in 3 or more games.

I dont think its at all BBs. Prolly only really high traffic ones or something.

[Reality's Fringe]

This is why I love blockbuster. Since their profits are made on rentals; they'll do anythign to get you in the store! Hopefully we'll see more of these deals.

[jshorr]

Anyone know if the movies they will accept is YMMV at all? I tried to trade in these two:

http://www.blockbuster.com/catalog/DisplayMovieSpecialOffers.action?channel=Movies&su bChannel=&movieID=121483&displayBoxArt=true

http://www.blockbuster.com/catalog/DisplayMovieSpecialOffers.action?channel=Movies&su bChannel=sub&movieID=118072&displayBoxArt=true

And they were denied. But they're right there on the blockbuster website, appears to be the same box and everything.....

[jshorr]

I called another store and was told "Ninja Hunter" was accepted...the clerk at the store that rejected it said he searched for it manually but couldn't find it....so, I really don't know if it is YMMV or not.

[Medium_Pimpin]

I suppose now is the time to get rid of the 8 2-pack movies i bought from best buy the same month of the $5 SC Madness.

I'll buy just about anything for $5 it seems.

[ramprider0]

Has anyone gotten more than 8.00$ for a movie? Because they say they give an eight dollar minimum and so far they've only gave me 8.00$ for everyone of my movies?

[jshorr]

I got 8.50 for some Albert Brooks movie, can't remember which though. Honestly, $8 is not bad considering a lot of people buy movies the week of release for $15.

[jabers007]

Did anybody else attempt to preorder games with their credit, or did you just buy movies? Blockbuster I went to said that they can preorder games and I ended up getting Metroid Prime 2 and MGS 3 fully paid. Perhaps this is just for select stores, but it's worth a try if you have lots of BB store credits and their used game/dvd deals aren't the greatest.

[godwheel]

Anyone know if any of the stores in Miami are buying these dvds or accepting trade-ins? I've tried a few in the Kendall area and they have no idea of what im talkingt about.

Thanks

[buster90]

THis deal is starting to be very crappy!!

THey would not take my copy of Rules of Engagement mint condition a 2000 movie starring Samuel L. Jackson and Tommy Lee Jones. THey said it wasn't in their database.

What a crappy database I guess it has to be the hottest new movies only.

[Gojtron]

THis deal is starting to be very crappy!!

THey would not take my copy of Rules of Engagement mint condition a 2000 movie starring Samuel L. Jackson and Tommy Lee Jones. THey said it wasn't in their database.

What a crappy database I guess it has to be the hottest new movies only.

I just traded in some real crap no problem. Your store was full of jerks. Should have pulled the movie off of the their shelf and showed it to them.

[jshorr]

THis deal is starting to be very crappy!!

THey would not take my copy of Rules of Engagement mint condition a 2000 movie starring Samuel L. Jackson and Tommy Lee Jones. THey said it wasn't in their database.

What a crappy database I guess it has to be the hottest new movies only.

I just traded in some real crap no problem. Your store was full of jerks. Should have pulled the movie off of the their shelf and showed it to them.

This makes me raise the question again if stores are all using the same database or what....like I posted earlier a movie that one store couldn't find is in another store I called's database...at least over the phone they said it was.

[buster90]

http://www.blockbuster.com/catalog/DisplayMovieSpecialOffers.action?channel=Movies&su bChannel=sub&movieID=116725&displayBoxArt=true

Yep movie is in their database. They scanned it and showed me where it said not in the database. I am gonna try a different store on it later. I was gonna say something but I didn't want to wait in line 15 minutes again.

[scuba]

I traded in three ps1 games I got from meijers for 3 bucks total on clearence

BB gave me 12.50 :)

they took all of my DVDS except some hockey one, it wasn't really a dvd though it was moments of magic or something.

[Trakan]

THis deal is starting to be very crappy!!

THey would not take my copy of Rules of Engagement mint condition a 2000 movie starring Samuel L. Jackson and Tommy Lee Jones. THey said it wasn't in their database.

What a crappy database I guess it has to be the hottest new movies only.

The DVD may be unrated or something. I tried to trade in Pitch Black and they wouldn't let me because it was the unrated version. :roll:

[thegamer4787]

Seriously guys this is the most YMMV deal. Certain places accept things that other stores don't. Do not be dissappointed or surprised if a BB does not accept a certain title, and try other stores if possible. Hope this deal has helped at least some people, because I know many people have been complaining about it.

[timmylamb]

THis deal is starting to be very crappy!!

THey would not take my copy of Rules of Engagement mint condition a 2000 movie starring Samuel L. Jackson and Tommy Lee Jones. THey said it wasn't in their database.

What a crappy database I guess it has to be the hottest new movies only.

The DVD may be unrated or something. I tried to trade in Pitch Black and they wouldn't let me because it was the unrated version. :roll:

Yep unrated Original Sin wasnt in their database, the regular one was.

[godwheel]

Unfortunately it seems that in the area of Miami this deal isn't even going on :(