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NEW THREAD: http://www.cheapassgamer.com/topic/334650-gamestop-trade-in-values-xxvi-values-available-on-ios-app-upcoming-50-bonus-with-coupon/

WHEN REPORTING TRADE-IN VALUES PLEASE POST BASE VALUES & SYSTEM IT IS FOR.

First post contains promo information & useful information and frequently asked questions. Second post has the values for games/hardware for Microsoft devices. Third post has the values for games/hardware for Nintendo consoles and the fourth post has the values for Nintendo handhelds. Fifth post has the values for games/hardware for Sony consoles and the sixth post has the values for Sony handhelds.

Instructions on finding games in the database and inputting the values from different sections can be found in my blog post here: http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/blog.php?b=14143. I would put the entire post in the thread but this is already kind of a large post.

WHEN POSTING VALUES:

Please try to follow the example below if possible. If you feel the need to use the system icons, please only use them once at and at the top of the list. Also always post the system it's for even if it's only on one system or the value will not get updated. I don't always know it and I'm doing these updates from work to keep them as updated as often as possible so I can't spend time searching for that info.

5/13

360

Game1

Game2

Game3

PS3

Game1

Game2

Game3

Current Promotions/Information:

From GameStop employees on CAG:

GameStop.com Information (will post it when they update it)

None Currently.

FAQ
These trade-in values are really low!
While that may be true, if you combine the games with the right promotion they can work to your advantage. There are knowledgeable people in this thread that are normally willing to help.

Is there any way to look at what the previous values reported on a game?
You can search through this thread and previous ones to see what a game has been reported in the past. With the TIV Tracker you can sort by date and then go through the list of past updated values through that as well. Here are the previous GS TIV Threads: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15,16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21,22,23,,

Can I trade-in sealed games?
No. You might come across the rare GameStop that would let you do it, but they are going to open them anyway.

I don't want to get hassled about the values I post, how can I get the information out there?
If you do not feel comfortable or willing to put the values in the thread you have two options available. You can input them in the TIV tracker or you can send them to me via PM. Either way the database and these lists will be updated. Putting them into the TIV tracker does save me some time later on.

Do trade-ins have to have their original case, insert and manual?
No, however it will be YMMV on if they charge you a refurbish fee for them in that condition. Most GameStops wont charge a fee but there are some that charge for incomplete games.

Will they accept my game if it is really beat up?
YMMV. It really all depends upon the employee you get. Some will charge refurbish fees, some wont, some wont accept the game and others just take them without a second glance.

What are the refurb fees on games?
There appears to be set prices for set value ranges. We aren't 100% certain on the splits just yet. Here is what we have currently:
$0.25-$2 Value: $0.75 Refurb Fee
$2.01-$4 Value: $1 Refurb Fee
$4.01-$7 Value: $2 Refurb Fee
$7.01-$10 Value: $3 Refurb Fee
$10.01 & Higher Value: $4 Refurb Fee
This information isn't guaranteed by any mean and we are still working on nailing it down.

What are the refurb fees on consoles?
They are listed in the hardware TIV section, highlight in red.

I have a Collector's/Limited/Special edition of a game, do I have to trade-in all of the extras?
No, but there are a handful of games that their variations have separate listings at GameStop: Madden 09 Anniversary Edition, Battlefield: Bad Company Gold Edition, and a few others.

Why didn't the percent bonus go for my accessory for a system that was included?
Unless stated otherwise, and they are rarely included, the bonuses never apply to accessories. Except the PowerUp Rewards card of course.

I traded in a bunch of games for the "Trade X, get $X bonus" promo and it gave me the percentage bonus instead?
I can't give concretes on why this happens. GameStop computers are normally pretty good at giving you the better promo. In the case of a percentage bonus being run at the same time as a "Trade X, get $X" promo, things can get messy. The system appears to only give one promo on games per transaction so if you had a few games that you want to go to the percentage bonus and a stack for the "Trade X, Get $X" it will regularly apply the percentage to all of the games. Your best bet is to do all "Trade X, Get $X" games in one transaction on their own. The GameStop clerk may say that the system will figure it all out, tell them you want a separate transaction anyway. As always, check your receipt before you leave the store.

Can I trade in multiple copies of the same game?
YMMV. The official policy is no, but there are some GameStops that overlook that rule.

What all do I have to trade in for a console trade-in?
Xbox 360: Console Unit, power brick, A/V Cables, Controller (wired/wireless)
Wii: Console Unit, Power Cable, A/V Cables, Wiimote, Nunchuck, Sensor Bar
Playstation 3: Console Unit, Power Cable, A/V Cable, Controller, USB Cable
PSP: Handheld, A/C Adapter
Nintendo DS/DSLite/DSi: Handheld, A/C Adapter, Stylus

Can I trade in a defective/broken console?
For the most part yes. If it powers on but doesn't play games, they will take the console as a refurb unit and put a refurb fee on the console. The refurb fee on the console will vary on the price of the console so those numbers will change. You are still required to trade in everything required listed in the question directly above.

What is the difference between PowerUp Rewards and PowerUp Rewards Pro?
The basic card is free and only allows you to acrew points when spending money. The Pro card costs $14.99 and is basically the same as the previous EDGE program.

How much does a PowerUp Rewards Pro subscription cost?
It costs $14.99 and is good for a year. It also comes with a 1-year subscription to Game Informer magazine.

What bonuses come with having an PowerUp Rewards Pro card?
You will get an extra 10% trade-in credit on the base value of the game, extra 10% off the purchase of pre-owned games and 10% off new strategy guides.

Does the Power Up Rewards Card give me a bonus on hardware trade-ins?
No. You will only get the bonus for games and accessories.

What if I want cash instead of credit, what do they deduct?
If you decide that you want cash instead of credit, they will take 20% off the base values and promos will not apply.

Does promo "....." have a minimum trade-in value?
If the promo has a minimum trade-in value requirement, it will be listed in the promo. If it isn't there, then there is no limit. However, as with all trades, they are subject to manager approval so the manager could have setup his own little rule-set requiring a minimum of whatever.

I used a Power Trade promo for a pre-order, can I cancel that pre-order and get the credit or move it to another game I want?
Yes on both accounts. However, if you do a bunch of the power trades and just straight drop the pre-order you could create some ill-will between yourself and the employees you cancel on. However, if you look at the wordings on promos, they can remove the bonus trade-in value if they decide to.

I just tried to use a promo that has a select list of games eligible, but they say my game isn't eligible anymore, what gives?
Basically they have the right to change the eligible games at any time. They tend to update these frequently so as to lock out any easy/cheap games. It's best to check the eligible list the day of your trade.

Can I stack two different trade-in promos?
No. The only thing that will stack with trade-ins is your PowerUp Rewards card. Some will report success, but this requires a manual override and is very YMMV.

If I pay for an item using all credit on my card, do I have to pay sales tax?
This varies depending upon the state you live in.

If I buy a used copy of a game that requires an online pass for multiplayer, will it come with an online pass?
If you purchase a used title published by either Sony or WB you get an online pass from GS on your receipt. That's also why the used copies are $55 instead of $48 when the MSRP is $60. No GS issued passes of games published by EA, THQ, etc. On those titles you're totally dependent on the previous owner not using the code.

What states charge sales tax on purchases paid in full with credit and which ones don't?
Charge Sales Tax on Credit Purchases: Alabama, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Hawaii, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, Nevada, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, West Virginia
Does Not Charge Sales Tax on Credit Purchases: Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Delaware, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, South Carolina, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming
May or May Not Charge, Depending Upon County: Florida,

My state doesn't charge sales tax on purchases made by credit, why is gamestop.com charging me tax?
It is just the way they have designed their system. The best theory we have seen is that since you are only inputting the number off of the back of the card, it isn't going to pick up the programming from the specially tagged EDGE cards. Some kind of programming that gets input from their system that wont show up when only inputting the number off the back of the card.


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Also when using the GI coupon, just ask them politely, 

"I have this coupon, I don't know if it will work with the transaction, but would you be able to just try it to see if it works?"

Bam

 
Megamania said:
Also when using the GI coupon, just ask them politely,

"I have this coupon, I don't know if it will work with the transaction, but would you be able to just try it to see if it works?"

Bam
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Lol yea right.. I wish it was that easy for me haha. Since I'm an employee there, you are required to trade in to your store. Every time my manager gives me shit, making up rules, I just say I know it works. Bam. I'm glad he hasn't asked me how I know cause I'd probably be like, CAG... Or just say it worked with another customer..

That's a good one. Just say it worked for one of your friends when they traded in and they'd probably be like, "Really? @.@" Bam2

The other day when I was trading in DSII I was also returning Splinter cell Blacklist from the Paladin edition and he was giving me crap saying "you can't return it for no reason." "Customers can do whatever they want, but employees can't." I told him straight up, yes I can because I am under the 7 days, and he did it.. I miss my old manager, this guy has that managerdouche mentality except for the leader type mentality he should have.. Damn power-hungry douches..

/minirant
 
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Dante84 said:
Lol yea right.. I wish it was that easy for me haha. Since I'm an employee there, you are required to trade in to your store. Every time my manager gives me shit, making up rules, I just say I know it works. Bam. I'm glad he hasn't asked me how I know cause I'd probably be like, CAG... Or just say it worked with another customer..

That's a good one. Just say it worked for one of your friends when they traded in and they'd probably be like, "Really? @.@" Bam2

The other day when I was trading in DSII I was also returning Splinter cell Blacklist from the Paladin edition and he was giving me crap saying "you can't return it for no reason." "Customers can do whatever they want, but employees can't." I told him straight up, yes I can because I am under the 7 days, and he did it.. I miss my old manager, this guy has that managerdouche mentality except for the leader type mentality he should have.. Damn power-hungry douches..

/minirant
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Lol@ Working for the company and flipping games towards it.

Bam

 
JakeM17 said:
So my PUR %10 would automatically apply to the trade in? Where can i get one of those coupons?
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Alamo said:
You really think that's the case?
It says Trade Values as of 5/10/2014 on there.

And I was about to head to Gamestop to trade in my handhelds.
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Seems like the system boost was pulled since the offer was pulled off the website. Wouldn't be the first time GS has pulled a promo early.

 
Went back for another round. Different employees this time, but still wouldn't accept the GI 10% so I ended up getting +60%. (The 60% values are in parentheses).

5/10/14

DS:

Pokemon Diamond- $12 ($19.20)

Pokemon Platinum- $15 ($24)

Pokemon Black- $14 ($22.40)

Pokemon Black Version 2- $15 ($24)

Mario Kart DS- $8 ($12.80)

3ds:

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3d- $18 ($27.20)

PS3:

Grand Theft Auto V- $22 ($35.20)

Wii:

Super Smash Bros. Brawl- $13 ($20.80)

Mario Party 8- $15 ($24)

WiiU:

Super Mario 3d World- $25 ($40)

All for a total of...$249.60.

 
ShelledJunk said:
Went back for another round. Different employees this time, but still wouldn't accept the GI 10% so I ended up getting +60%. (The 60% values are in parentheses).
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Damn that's a lot of missed credit not using the coupon. You should leave a bad review for them not accepting as there is no reason they shouldn't accept one of their own coupons especially when no where does it state on it that it isn't valid with other offers.

Also next time when you do such a large trade like that it would be worth going to a different Gamestop nearby to get them to accept the coupon. I understand if you don't live in an area with multiple Gamestop's though.

 
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Trade values from today (base)
Ps4
Bound by flames $20

PS3
God of war accession $9
Infamous 2 $2 (went to best buy and got $7)

Xbox
Mine craft $10
Skate 3 $8
Mortal Kombat komplete edition $8
 
ok I managed to trade in the items I had listed and got 220 for the lot and was pleased to buy the Borderlands 2 PS Vita Bundle. I had the other the remaining 20 placed on my card as store credit. I was also happy that once I setup the vita 2000 with my account I was simply able to add my 32gb card and had instant access to my games even the games i lost access to like Spyro and Crash. Sweetness.

 
nightmarishhero said:
a lot of the employees have no idea, one tried to tell me that the 10% in the coupon is the same every PUR PRO member already gets so it won't scan. as long as you convince them to scan they will learn it does stack, the shitty part was that they hit you with a refurb, i always watch the screen, for credit card swiping as it shows all the values on there and you can tell when they go up or down whenever they hit anything on the register.
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To be fair the gta disk was scratched. Another GS that I was denied a trade at hit me with a refurb but I didn't wanna go back there with a different phone number.
 
5/10/14

3DS:

Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds - $17

Mario Kart 7 - $14

Super Mario 3D Land - $14

Wii:

Donkey Kong Country Returns - $12

PS3:

Dead Space 2 - $1.50

Fifa Soccer 14 - $20

ICO & Shadow of Colossus - $5

Xbox 360:

Bioshock: Infinite $6

Call of Duty Black Ops 2 - $8

Dance Central 2 - $2

Fifa Soccer 13 - $5

Midnight Club: LA Complete Edition - $8

 
Is it just me or did gow ascension go up 1 $ on separate occasions over the past week ? Making it hard to keep my 5 $ best buy copy knowing I can get 15 $ for it . Also you guys talked me into trading in Mario kart wii since I'm getting 8 anyway what's the point in keeping it .
 
hiljay said:
since gamestop is considered a "pawn shop", depending on state laws, they have to take your driver's license info in order to re-sell the games you're trading in.
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It's more local laws, by city and/or county.

In the STL area for example:
St. Louis City- fingerprint & ID all trades
St. Louis County- ID all trades
Jefferson County- ID only for cash
St. Charles County- Not sure, haven't lived there in 10 years.
 
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DemonsMaster said:
Damn that's a lot of missed credit not using the coupon. You should leave a bad review for them not accepting as there is no reason they shouldn't accept one of their own coupons especially when no where does it state on it that it isn't valid with other offers.

Also next time when you do such a large trade like that it would be worth going to a different Gamestop nearby to get them to accept the coupon. I understand if you don't live in an area with multiple Gamestop's though.
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Yeah I would do that, but that is the only gamestop in my area. I used to have 4 and 3 of them closed down.

 
JP said:
What states charge sales tax on purchases paid in full with credit and which ones don't?
Charge Sales Tax on Credit Purchases: Alabama, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Hawaii, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, Nevada, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, West Virginia
Does Not Charge Sales Tax on Credit Purchases: Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Delaware, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, South Carolina, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming
May or May Not Charge, Depending Upon County: Florida,
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So I was totally reading the FAQ on the first post, and I read this tidbit of info, and realized that I've always paid for sales tax when purchasing an item with a gift card. Never have I heard of any place not charging sales tax when you pay in full with a gift card/certificate. If this is true, I'd love to know where such information can be located at (a link, or reference, or Department of Revenue document). I specifically live in Missouri, one of the states listed in that section that does not get charged sales tax on credit purchases (as per the op). I bet I'm owed a ton of money. >:mad: haha

Totally thinking about buying an Xbox One tomorrow, and I could completely eliminate paying for taxes if the above is true by using all my credit on it.

 
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So I was totally reading the FAQ on the first post, and I read this tidbit of info, and realized that I've always paid for sales tax when purchasing an item with a gift card. Never have I heard of any place not charging sales tax when you pay in full with a gift card/certificate. If this is true, I'd love to know where such information can be located at (a link, or reference, or Department of Revenue document). I specifically live in Missouri, one of the states listed in that section that does not get charged sales tax on credit purchases (as per the op). I bet I'm owed a ton of money. >:mad: haha

Totally thinking about buying an Xbox One tomorrow, and I could completely eliminate paying for taxes if the above is true by using all my credit on it.
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It could have changed recently, and not been updated.

 
30% on Systems was still good today.

Base TIV 5/10

Nintendo 3DS - $60

PS Vita - $80

PS Vita AC Adapter - $2

PS3 Dualshock 3 - $11.75

Vita Game - The Walking Dead - $9

 
Hey guys I have a question. I'm planning on trading in these things below, would I get more money going with the 50% deal or the 30% deal toward certain games assuming it's still active? I also plan on using the extra 10% coupon.

Wii/Motion plus

Wii Sports

Wiimote/no nunchuk

360

Black Ops 2(Still not sure about this one)

Halo 4

3DS

Shin Megami Tensei 4

DS

Pokemon White 2

 
Alamo said:
30% on Systems was still good today.

Base TIV 5/10

Nintendo 3DS - $60

PS Vita - $80

PS Vita AC Adapter - $2

PS3 Dualshock 3 - $11.75

Vita Game - The Walking Dead - $9
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Thanks for reporting. I find it odd that the promo was pulled from the trade offer list online.

 
The distinction is you paid cash for a gift card and did not pay sales tax when you did so. You will pay sales tax on the items you use it on. Trade credit card is different because you already paid sales tax on the items you traded in to get that credit...theoretically. items you buy with that do not get taxed for that reason...at least that's the thinking behind the county laws that distinguish between the two.
 
Don't know anything about PUR site but the regular Gamestop site hasn't been working for a while. Try to go to any product puts you into some Game over(error) page.

 
Update, The problem I mention seam to be only on FireFox. On IE I can view the items but can't sign in. After signing in, I can't view the site at all and get some run time error.

Any browsers that might bypass all these problems?

 
CrieMoar said:
Hey guys I have a question. I'm planning on trading in these things below, would I get more money going with the 50% deal or the 30% deal toward certain games assuming it's still active? I also plan on using the extra 10% coupon.

Wii/Motion plus

Wii Sports

Wiimote/no nunchuk

360

Black Ops 2(Still not sure about this one)

Halo 4

3DS

Shin Megami Tensei 4

DS

Pokemon White 2
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Definitely go with the 50%.

 
Is this offer of 50% extra a rarity? Trying to decide if I should trade in some more this afternoon or just wait till this comes around again.
 
cg8889 said:
Is this offer of 50% extra a rarity? Trying to decide if I should trade in some more this afternoon or just wait till this comes around again.
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If you can get the GI coupon and get 70% after the GI coupon and PUR, then thats really high for a Gamestop promo. Im thinking of trading my Xbox One.

 
5/11

Wii

Super Paper Mario - $7

Wii U

Rayman Legends - $15

Coupon stacked. The employee scanned a copy of the coupon before I even showered him mine. I really like the guys at my Game Stop.
 
Xbox One: 5/11/14

(Same values, I guess just an update that the values are the same on 5/11/14)

Titanfall: $26

Ryse: $17

With 50% and 10% base from PUR, I got $68.80.

 
Quick question. I got a warranty on a tablet i bought used at the first of the year.  I am thinking about canceling the warranty now as i don't really need it.  I assume i can cancel the warranty and they will credit me back so much after its been active for a few months.

 
Helldweller87 said:
Quick question. I got a warranty on a tablet i bought used at the first of the year. I am thinking about canceling the warranty now as i don't really need it. I assume i can cancel the warranty and they will credit me back so much after its been active for a few months.
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I don't think that's how it works...
 
Helldweller87 said:
Quick question. I got a warranty on a tablet i bought used at the first of the year. I am thinking about canceling the warranty now as i don't really need it. I assume i can cancel the warranty and they will credit me back so much after its been active for a few months.
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where you get the warranty from? I know square trade does but if it a gamestop warranty it doubtful since well it is gamestop after all
 
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