Amazon Trade-In FAQ 6.0

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Welcome to the Official CAG Amazon.com Trade-In Thread

THIS IS NOT A FLIPPING THREAD. USEFUL CREDIT TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES WELCOME, BUT KEEP THE PROFIT MARGIN TALK / SNEAKY OR LYING SHENANIGANS OUT

Hey trade-in pals! SENDING THINGS IN DISC / CARTRIDGE ONLY / GENERIC CASE NO MANUAL / ANYTHING BUT COMPLETE COULD RESULT IN REJECTION. THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS. YOU MIGHT GET ACCEPTED, YOU MIGHT NOT. NO ONE KNOWS. IF YOU CUT OUT A UPC OR DO ANYTHING TO TRICK THE FINE(?) FOLKS AT AFS EXPECT IT TO BE OPENED AND REJECTED. THERE ARE NO HARD AND FAST RULES. IF IT IS ACCEPTED, IT WILL ALMOST CERTAINLY ONLY BE CONSIDERED "ACCEPTABLE." RISK YOUR TIME AND EFFORT AT YOUR PERIL!

Where do I trade in video games on Amazon?

On the Amazon Video Game Trade-In Store or on all (desktop) video games product detail pages. Customers can find the trade-in feature right below the price and above the platform selection on all desktop video games product detail pages while shopping for new video games.

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THANKS TO HANDSOMEPETE, DISILLUSION386 and GI60 FOR POSTING AND MAINTAINING THE PREVIOUS AMAZON TRADE-IN FAQ THREADS

This thread’s primary purpose is to discuss Amazon.com’s video game trade-in program. Conspiracy theories about AFS smashing games before sending them back / stealing children / sneezing and touching public door handles / etc welcome, but try to avoid going nutso. PLEASE READ THE TRADE-IN DEAL DETAILS AND FAQ BEFORE ASKING ANY QUESTIONS.

Trade-In Procedure

1. SELECT ITEMS: Search for items to trade in. Your trade-in items must meet the product eligibility criteria.
2. SHIP GAMES FREE: Print a shipping label and packing slip, package your games, and ship them
3. GET A GIFT CARD: An Amazon.com Gift Card will be deposited into your account upon receipt of games

Shipping Instructions

1. Print this entire page. (Packing slip and shipping label once you have submitted a trade)
2. Cut out the shipping label and the packing slip.
3. Make sure your items are in good working condition and include the case and cover art.
4. Securely pack the items in a box or envelope and include the packing slip in the package.
5. Attach the shipping label squarely onto the outside of the package and add your return address.
6. Take it to your nearest UPS Store and mail it by (one week from submission of trade)
7. Or you can ship to:
note to self: look up new address
Trade-In Product Eligibility

Trade-in items must match the exact version displayed in the Amazon Trade-In Store, not be damaged, include original packaging (e.g. the manual, cover art, and case), and be postmarked no later than 7 days after submission. You will receive an e-mail confirmation and an Amazon.com Gift Card will be deposited into your account within 2 business days of item receipt and verification by the merchant. Items not accepted by the merchant will be returned to you approximately 14 days after receipt.
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GENERAL FAQ (Updated 1/18/2015)
Can I post a question on this thread?
Only if you can't find the answer from below. And please let me know if it needs to be added to FAQ.

Can I edit this FAQ? (updated 6/7/11)
You bet!

Since when did Amazon start doing trades?
The program began in 2009 and is handled by a third party merchant, previously known as NorAm International. Now known as AFS (Amazon Fulfillment Services).

What are Amazon's T&Cs for trade-ins?

Trade-In Program Terms & Conditions


 
  • Your participation in the trade-in program (the "Program") is subject to the terms and conditions stated below, Amazon.com's Conditions of Use and Privacy Notice, and all rules and policies for the Program included on Amazon.com, including those stated in Frequently Asked Questions and Help pages (collectively, "Program Terms").
  • Items you submit for trade-in using the Program must be shipped only from the United States or APO/FPO, and you must have a physical address or P.O. Box located in the United States or APO/FPO. Products shipped from outside the United States or APO/FPO may not be accepted or returned.
  • Items you submit for trade-in using the Program are subject to acceptance by us, and may be purchased by us or a third-party merchant participating in the Program.
  • Items we accept will be purchased from you and you will be paid for the items with an Amazon.com Gift Card(s) issued for the value of your trade-in. Amazon.com Gift Cards are subject to the Amazon.com Gift Card Terms & Conditions. The Amazon.com Gift Card(s) will be deposited directly into your Amazon.com account. You will not be entitled to any other payment for items you submit for trade-in using the Program.
  • You represent and warrant that you have the legal right to sell all items you submit for trade-in using the Program, that the items are not counterfeit or stolen, and that your submission of them complies fully with the Program Terms. We may use a stolen goods database to determine if submitted items were ever reported stolen.
  • The items you submit must meet the Product Condition Criteria, as determined by us in our sole discretion, or such items will be rejected. Rejected items will be subject to the Rejected Items terms and conditions below.
  • Prior to choosing a condition for your item, you must review the condition description presented to you during the trade-in submission process, inspect your item thoroughly and ensure that it meets the condition criteria you specify. We will inspect your item against the same condition criteria.
  • We cannot confirm the trade-in value (TIV) of an item until We receive your trade-in. Despite our best efforts, a small number of the items in our catalog may display an inaccurate TIV. If the correct TIV of an item is lower than the stated TIV, we may, at our discretion, either contact you for instructions on whether you wish to submit the trade-in at the correct TIV or cancel your trade-in and notify you of such cancellation. If your trade-in is cancelled due to an incorrect TIV, we will return the item to you at no additional cost. You will not receive any payment for the returned item.
  • We reserve the right to cancel any trade-in in our sole discretion, including without limitation if certain quantity limits are reached. If we cancel a trade-in that you have already shipped, we will return the item to you at no additional cost. You will not receive any payment for a canceled trade-in.
  • We may terminate your participation in the Program at any time in our sole discretion, including without limitation if you submit items for trade-in that do not meet the condition criteria you specify or are counterfeit or stolen.
  • We may revise the Program Terms at any time and may suspend or terminate the Program at any time without notice to you.
 
Rejected Items
  • Items are inspected upon receipt using the Product Condition Criteria, as determined by us in our sole discretion. Items failing to meet the Product Condition Criteria will be rejected ("Rejected items"). You will not receive any payment for Rejected Items.
  • We will not return the following Rejected Items to you: Lost, Undeliverable, or Counterfeit items. We will dispose of Undeliverable items in our sole discretion.
    "Lost" items are items that are lost in transit.
  • "Undeliverable" items are items that were rejected and returned to you, but were returned by the carrier back to us as undeliverable.
  • "Counterfeit" items are items that match the exact version displayed in the Trade-In store, but are counterfeit reproductions of the originals.

[*]We may, in our sole discretion, dispose of or return to you the following Rejected Items: Extra, Damaged, Incorrect, or Incomplete items.
  • "Extra" items are items received by us but not on the trade-in list.
  • "Damaged" items are items that match the exact version displayed in the Trade-In store but are not in any acceptable condition.
  • "Incorrect" items are items that do not match the exact version displayed in the Trade-In store.
  • "Incomplete" items are items that are missing any required components, as specified in the Condition Criteria (like CD-ROMs) that were included in the original item.

[*]We may, in our sole discretion, accept Incorrect items for trade-in. If the Incorrect item is eligible for trade-in, we may provide you with an Amazon.com Gift Card(s) in the amount of the TIV for the Incorrect item instead of disposing of or returning the Incorrect item to you.
[*]We will return the following Rejected Items to you: Downgraded items.
  • "Downgraded" items are items that are graded in a lower acceptable condition than what was specified during the submission.

[*]However, if the item was Downgraded to a lower condition that is still eligible for trade-in, and you opted to receive the TIV for the lower condition when you selected the return option, then you will receive an Amazon.com Gift Card(s) in the amount of the TIV for the lower condition instead of receiving the item back from us. Rejection reasons and return package tracking progress can be viewed from Your Trade-In Account .
[*]In addition, we may not return items to you if the number of Rejected Items received from you reaches a limit that is determined by us in our sole discretion.
 
Instant Payment
  • If you are eligible for and choose to participate in Instant Payment, you will receive Amazon.com Gift Card(s) in the amount of the TIV at the time you initiate a trade-in.
  • Your participation in Instant Payment is subject to these terms and conditions, as well as the Program Terms.
  • Eligibility for Instant Payment is determined at our sole discretion and may change at any time without notice.
  • Instant Payment may be offered on eligible trade-ins and you have the option to accept or reject this option for a trade-in. Once your choice is made for a particular trade-in, it cannot be changed.
  • Instant Payment requires you to select a valid payment method which you have the legal right to use. Once the payment method is selected for a particular trade-in, it cannot be changed
  • If you selected Instant Payment and we have delivered you an Amazon.com Gift Card(s) in the amount of the TIV, then you authorize us to:
    charge your payment method for the Amazon.com Gift Card(s) if you cancel the trade-in;
  • charge your payment method for the Amazon.com Gift Card(s) if no items are received within 25 calendar days;
  • charge your payment method for the Amazon.com Gift Card(s) issued for any Rejected item, unless the item was Downgraded and you opted to receive the TIV for the lower condition when you selected the return option; and
  • charge your payment method for the Amazon.com Gift Card(s) less an amount equal to the actual TIV for the trade-in product determined in the grading process if the item was Downgraded and you opted to receive the TIV for the lower condition when you selected the return option.

[*]We will not be liable for any charges, interest, or other fees incurred by you due to the need to charge your payment method for the Amazon.com Gift Card(s).
[*]In the event your payment method must be charged but the transaction cannot be completed successfully, we reserve the right to pursue any available remedies.
[*]We may limit or restrict the number and amount of Instant Payment trade-ins you can place in our sole discretion, including under the following scenarios:
  • You have Instant Payments outstanding
  • Your payment method failed validation
  • We were unable to charge your payment method successfully
  • Any abuse of this program

What kind of shipping does Amazon provide us?
Free UPS ground ---- USPS is no longer available for free. There is now also an option to provide your own shipping.

Do I have to provide my own box or envelope?
Yes.

Do all my games in the same trade-in submission have to be shipped in the same box? (updated 3/9/11)
Not necessarily - people have sent in multiple boxes for the same trade-in submission successfully. It's even possible to send half at one time and the other half at the end of the valid shipping period. However, it's probably best to always ship everything at once.

Can I put separate trades in to a single box? (updated 6/7/11)
Sure, and they'll likely be accepted just fine. However, it isn't recommended since you would only have proof that you sent one of the trades (whichever mailing label you used). So it can be pretty risky.

Can I send in sealed games?
Yes. They won't reject games that still have the original shrink wrap.

Can I add Delivery Confirmation and Insurance to my shipment?
UPS Ground already provides you with tracking information, and I imagine you could get some sort of insurance added at a UPS store or location if you were so inclined.

I don't trust UPS ground. Can I pay for postage myself? What's the address?
Yes. You're more than welcome to do so. Just use the address on the amazon provided shipping label and make sure to get some sort of tracking.

When do I have to send my games once I have submitted my trade order?
You have 1 week (7 days) to send your games. There have been reports of submitting trades up to 15 - 20 days late, but that is definitely ymmv and not in the written rules. Send on time for the best chance at success!

Crap, I have one day to go before my shipment deadline, but the website states that my deadline has already passed. How do I print out a shipping label and packing slip? (Updated 9/9/13)
Load up any existing order (if you don't have any, check your browser's history or just submit a new one to use the link), and substitute the transaction ID for the trade-in order you need at the end of the URL.

Some step by step directions:
1. Go to your trade-in page on Amazon and find the Trade-In ID of the transaction:

 

Trade-In Placed:

August 24, 2013

  • Total Amount Submitted: $35.00
  • Amount Paid: $0.00
2. Copy the entire Trade-In ID (i.e. TRN-1234567-1234567) to your clipboard by highlighting it and hitting Ctrl+C or right click -> copy with your mouse

3. Paste the Trade-In ID to the end of this link:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/tradein/multicondition-your-account/print-label/ref=trdrt_ya_yaprnt?ie=UTF8&orderID=

So it should look like this:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/tradein/multicondition-your-account/print-label/ref=trdrt_ya_yaprnt?ie=UTF8&orderID=TRN-1234567-1234567

The Print Shipping Label screen for that trade should now come up.

How long does the whole trade-in process usually take?
From the time you send in your games, it may take up to 14 business days for the package to arrive. Most people usually receive their credit (Amazon GiftCard) in 3 to 5 business days, however.

How long does the "processing" status usually take? (Updated 10/11/12)
Usually a day or two with little delay at all. It may take multiple days or even weeks if it's an usual item/hardware.

My games were received on Friday (based on Delivery Confirmation), will I have to wait until Monday to receive credit?
People have received credit on a Saturday.

I do not have the manual, cover art, or original case for a game I want to trade in. Will they accept it? (updated 6/9/11)
While the details specifically state that original packaging is necessary, people have reported in the past that their trades were accepted despite missing some of these. This is extremely YMMV, however since some were also rejected by missing manual or cover art. On the other hand, older gen games; such as SNES, N64, and GB cartridges, normally get accepted without the original box and manual, but still YMMV.

It should be noted that with the new condition requirements (see later in the FAQ), you may be able to send an item in missing some or all of the required items (manual / cover art / case) and still have it accepted in "Acceptable" condition.

I do not have the manual, accessories, original box, original included game, etc for a console or accessory I want to trade in. Will they accept it? (updated 3/9/11)
The current wisdom is "probably not" - it's pretty YMMV but AFS seems stricter than they should be on this. Your chances seem to be better for them accepting a console or accessory without the box / manual / etc if it's older generation or rare. You're more than welcome to give it a shot though if you're feeling lucky - just pack it well and include as much as you can! Don't expect greater than 'acceptable' condition though.

My game is really beat up, what are the chances they’ll accept it?
This is YMMV. Some people have reported in the past that they sent in games in bad shape that were still accepted. Your best bet is still to trade in games in mint condition. Minor scratches are expected as these are used games.

My game came with DLC codes and I used them. Will my game be accepted? (Updated 12/28/11)
It is expected that included DLC codes have already been redeemed, so you should be fine. It is a kindness however if you have no use for it to not redeem it and let the next lucky soul who buys it from awd or wherever have a crack at it. Up to you!

My cover art (PLATINUM HITS) differs from the pic on amazon, will my trade be accepted?
It all depends on the UPC so just turn your game around, type in the UPC into the amazon search box. If the game comes up, then it's accepted regardless of cover art. Click on that result to submit your trade.

I have a game from a limited edition bundle, will they accept it?
If the game’s cover art has a UPC barcode, they will most likely accept it. If your game's cover states "Not for Resale" and does not have a UPC barcode, the game will most likely get rejected. Some people have had their games accepted in the past, but this is very YMMV.

The UPC barcode is not intact on my game's cover art, will that be accepted? (updated 3/9/11)
This is YMMV, but probably not. The UPC is all powerful within the walls of AFS..

I sent in my games, all of which were in pristine condition with the original packaging, but they said that one game is damaged and is now being returned.
Always pack your games well. Put a lot of newspaper around your games in the box to secure them and to prevent any damages from haphazard box cutting. People in the past have requested their entire trade-in order if it’s obvious the damage wasn’t their fault, and Amazon ended up accepting the rejected game. This is YMMV as well.

Can I trade in multiple copies of the same game?
Yes. Once you click “Trade in” for a particular game, you may change the quantities. Once you submit, you can no longer change quantities on that trade-in batch.

How many multiple copies of the same game can I trade-in (updated 1/11/11)?
Maximum of 2 copies within 3 a month period.

I locked in X copies of a game but I now only have Y available to send. Can I just send in Y without being penalized? (updated 3/9/11)
Yes, you can always just send in a portion of your trade-in order and they'll just credit you for whatever they receive. However, the quantities you submitted for will stay locked in that instance (I think) so if you, for example, submitted for 2 copies and only sent 1, you may not be able to trade any more copies of that game for 3 months (see previous question).

Will the Trade-in of the Day TIV stay for 24 hours?
It's been reported that there is a limit (maximum # of copies) that will get the promoted TIV so lock yours.

So if I find a good flip, I can just send 2 copies of that game and not worry about Amazon accusing me of stolen merchandise?
Technically yes, but do keep in mind that other CAGs might want to participate in the current deal, and trading in a large number of the same game will definitely lower the TIV of said game. Let’s be nice to other people. This is probably moot for most folks now with the per account / address trade-in limit.

Wow, these TIVs suck (updated 3/9/11)!
Really? Hrm. While that may be true, they're often better than other comparable places. Your options of what to do with your used games are greater now than they've ever been, so feel free to shop your trades around or just sell them off on glyde/ebay/whatever. Also, not a question.

What the fuck? The TIV of a game I just bought for this deal tanked! What do I do?
The TIVs on Amazon fluctuate depending on the number of trades that are submitted, and we really can’t do anything about it. The best course of action for trading in games is to lock in your trade if you already have the games or are absolutely sure that you can obtain them. You can always cancel the trade submission if you end up not finding the games.
LOCK = SUBMIT YOUR TRADE, Don't just put it in the cart.

Can I edit a submitted trade?
Nope - once upon a time you could modify trade in quantities of submitted trades, but that ability has been removed.

Can I use my credit on items that are not video game-related?
Yes. This is the other perk for trading in games at Amazon since you're not limited to just video games.

Can I use my credit on items sold by third-party merchants on Amazon?
According to the fine print of the Amazon gift card use, some merchants are excluded. Your best bet is to try it on the checkout page of your order.

Strategy guides? I can trade in game/strategy guides? Whaaaaa?
Go to the Textbook Buyback section (http://www.amazon.com/Textbooks-Trad...ode=2205237011[/URL]). You can either search on the title of a strategy guide you have to see if they'll accept it, or search for guides. The two best search strings to start with are 'prima guides' and 'bradygames'. Might try 'doublejump' if you want to trade in some of those. (Thanks eugaet)

I locked in some hilariously overvalued trade for some weird rare game/accessory/etc that I can pick up for cheap cheap cheap. They didn't accept it. What should I do? (updated 3/9/11)
The truth is that AFS can reject things for any reason they see fit. While some people have managed to get silly things like a $200 credit for some cheerleading game (or for a PS2 - just ask io!), it's sooooooo YMMV that often it's not worth the effort. EXPECT REJECTION ON THINGS THAT ARE CLEARLY MISVALUED. That said, as long as you're willing to risk it, go for it!

What's all this item condition nonsense? And how can I get screwed over by it? (updated 6/9/11)
We're still kinda sussing out the details surrounding the new item condition portion of Amazon Trade-Ins, but it looks like there's a couple things to consider:
Good Condition eligibility (games):
- The video game, original manufacturer packaging and all original elements are included, but shows wear from normal use
- Game still plays perfectly
- Disc may have light scratches and other elements may have minor damage
- Item may have been personalized (marked or identified)

Acceptable eligibility (games):
- Game still plays perfectly
- Item may have been personalized (marked or identified)
- Item may be missing or have irreparable damage to one or all of the following: case, manual, artwork, bundled accessories, UPC

Note that a game will almost certainly not be accepted if it meets any of these conditions:
- Game does not play perfectly
- Disc is cracked
- Marked Not for Resale (or is otherwise marked not for sale)

Consoles/accessories have some slightly different criteria, but the idea is the same.

Did it seriously just ask me if I wanted my game / other item returned if they refuse to give me credit for it? (updated 6/9/11)
Yes, that just happened.

Unless you're purposefully sending them things you deem to be trash, please remember to choose the option that has them return your item to you during the checkout phase.

Who is AFS? (updated 9/14/13)
Amazon Fulfillment Services (previously known as NorAm). Dunno if they changed names, were bought up by Amazon, or what. Not too interested anyhow.

Why does my package jump back and forth between states? (updated 9/14/13)
Look at a map of the involved cities and it'll make sense. Something to do with UPS hubs and proximity to the state border/cities.

Carry on! :)

 
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I got really lucky that I had a packing slip with just Sonic Mania Plus on it. I was able to return it and got $18.50 for it. It really sucks that the AZ TIV went up to ~$24

 
I'm about to send in my first game trades into Amazon. For the Gamestop games that had a generic case, I'm going to remove the generic Gamestop insert paper, do I need to label the case some-how with the respective game?

Another quick question, I locked in my trade values last Sunday, but unfortunately about six of my games from Game Stop aren't showing up until Monday, do I need to adjust the quantity traded in? Can I ship those six games in a day late without worry? Thank you.

I looked at the FAQ and it seems like I can, but the dates are so old, so I wanted to see if anyone had recent experience.

 
You don't have to remove the GS insert. I never did. If the grader has to scrutinize your item carefully, for example, for a Switch cartridge, then there is always higher chance of rejection. As for the deadline, you shouldn't have any problem sending in a day or two late - I never heard of anyone being rejected for shipping after the deadline. But you should know that the shipping label will disappear from Amazon's website after the deadline, and you'll have to print them from the links in your emails.

More importantly, you should try to clean discs as much as possible. Blu-rays are scratch-resistant, but they'll have plenty of fingerprints and smudges. Wipe that all off with a soft towel. If you don't think you have enough time to clean them and package them for shipping, I would even take another day to get it all done.
 
whitereflection said:
You don't have to remove the GS insert. I never did. If the grader has to scrutinize your item carefully, for example, for a Switch cartridge, then there is always higher chance of rejection. As for the deadline, you shouldn't have any problem sending in a day or two late - I never heard of anyone being rejected for shipping after the deadline. But you should know that the shipping label will disappear from Amazon's website after the deadline, and you'll have to print them from the links in your emails.

More importantly, you should try to clean discs as much as possible. Blu-rays are scratch-resistant, but they'll have plenty of fingerprints and smudges. Wipe that all off with a soft towel. If you don't think you have enough time to clean them and package them for shipping, I would even take another day to get it all done.
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Thank you for the feedback, I really appreciate it. I will keep these things in mind and I'll just print out the label today and ship them all off a day late. Thanks!
 
So I fucked up. Today was my shipping deadline, but I forgot to drop them off. Tomorrow is Sunday and ups stores are closed. Will they take them if I bring it on Monday? I already had the label printed out, I just forgot to bring it to work with me.

Alternatively, I can cancel the trade. Would I be able to lock it in again? It'd be for 3 dollars or so less, but worth it if my first label would simply get rejected.
 
You shouldn't have any problems shipping the order on Monday. I don't think there is even a date on the actual label like the USPS labels have.

 
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You shouldn't have any problems shipping the order on Monday. I don't think there is even a date on the actual label like the USPS labels have.
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This is correct. Other guys has pleenty of time. 1 day late? That's early.

I've had stuff processed sent over two weeks past "deadline." It just needs to get there and processed before it gets marked as expired.

 
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So I fucked up. Today was my shipping deadline, but I forgot to drop them off. Tomorrow is Sunday and ups stores are closed. Will they take them if I bring it on Monday? I already had the label printed out, I just forgot to bring it to work with me.
Alternatively, I can cancel the trade. Would I be able to lock it in again? It'd be for 3 dollars or so less, but worth it if my first label would simply get rejected.
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You say UPS stores, but I hope you know you don't have to go to an official UPS store. It could be any store that has the "UPS Access Point" sign in the store window. The closest stores for me are a cellphone store and a laundromat. There is almost certainly one in your neighborhood. It could be a convenience store, pharmacy, etc. And it's likely that they're open everyday.
 
gospelman said:
:ps4: Let's Sing Country (cringe) moves gs> amz +5. gs dotd.

I'm skipping this one since I did a ton last week. sick of taping up bubble mailers for a while.
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Yeah, I don't bother with that. I got a pack of 100 (semi)decent bubble mailers from Amazon on the cheap. $11.83 for the whole box of a 100. Works out to around .12~ per mailer. Not available right now, but it comes back from time to time.

 
AcesHigh said:
So I fucked up. Today was my shipping deadline, but I forgot to drop them off. Tomorrow is Sunday and ups stores are closed. Will they take them if I bring it on Monday? I already had the label printed out, I just forgot to bring it to work with me.

Alternatively, I can cancel the trade. Would I be able to lock it in again? It'd be for 3 dollars or so less, but worth it if my first label would simply get rejected.
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It won't get rejected. Not for that reason, anyway. I've shipped things 2 weeks past the deadline, meaning 3 weeks after locking it in. Still accepted.

 
Any of the 4/20 GameStop games left to convert to amazon credit? I think all the 1st party games mentioned earlier (gran truisms god of war etc) got bumped out of the range. #lazy
 
Anthem Legion of Dawn Edition is a small potato but moves at a high rate.  Tiv's have been fluctuating but I was able to lock both versions over 10 since yesterday evening.

Could even be part of 4/10 in-store if you can find preowned with the correct cases.

 
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WTF GS screwed up on my order and still have a game that I ordered on 11/30 as shipment in progress. They told me that they have shipped all the games in the order, but I haven't received Nitro Kart Racers for the Switch. They said that they're sending me a replacement. The TIV keeps going up on down on this one. I just need to get it by 12/14, so I can get the locked TIV. Sonic Mania Plus keeps going up tho.  :bomb:

 
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Gamestop is going to be having a 4 for $60 promo, for preowned games that are $24.99 and under. I think when this happens, that will be the time to try and move credit from GS to Amazon. The B2G1 (with 20% elite discount, CAG16, and 15% cashback, during black friday weekend) was phenomenal, but if you missed it, this new promo is pretty dang good.

If you're able to find a set of $24.99 games, you're essentially getting 52% off the regular price...

1-($60*0.8)/(4*$24.99)=0.52

The above assumes you have elite, and are maximizing your savings by getting nothing but $24.99 games.

It could be even better IF it works online and CAG16 isn't disabled in addition to a cashback site.
 
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Gamestop is going g to be having a 4 for $60 promo, for preowned games that are $29.99. I think when this happens, that will be the time to try and move credit from GS to Amazon. The B2G1 was good, but this has the potential of matching that. If you're able to find a set of all $29.99 games, you're essentially getting 60% off the regular price...

1-($60*0.8)/(4*$29.99)=0.60

The above assumes you have elite, and are maximizing your savings by getting nothing but $29.99 games.
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4 for $60 is for games $24.99 and under
 
I only looked at $24.99 pre-onwed games on PS4, Switch, and Xbox One, and here's what I found has a TIV over $12 on Amazon.


Hollow Knight, PS4, $25.43
Nickelodeon Kart Racers, Switch, $25.06
Plague Tale: Innocence, PS4, $23.39
American Ninja Warrior, Xbox One, $23.31
Final Fantasy XIV Complete Edition, PS4, $23.29
Hunter Call of the Wild 2019 Edition, Xbox One, $22.91
Truck Racing Chambionship, PS4, $22.42
Anima Gate of Meories - Beyond Fantasy Edition, PS4, $21.55
Mercenaries Saga Chronicles, Switch, $19.98
Valkyria Chronicles 4, Switch, $19.60
Truck Racing Chambionship, Switch, $19.60
Runner3, Switch, $18.24
Just Dance 2019, PS4, $17.89
Terraria, Switch, $17.61
Mutant Football Dynasty Edition, Switch, $17.29
Angry Birds Movie 2 VR, PS4, $16.28
Marvel vs Capcom Infinite, Xbox One, $15.33
V-Rally 4, Switch, $15.19
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Torna, Switch, $14.80
Valkyria Chronicles 4, PS4, $14.79
Slain Back from Hell, Switch, $14.73
Dragon's Crown Pro, PS4, $14.57
Sniper Elite V2 Remastered, PS4, $14.31
Warriors Orochi 4, PS4, $14.07
Train Sim World, Xbox One, $13.43
Truck Racing Chambionship, Xbox One, $13.35
Sairento VR, PS4, $13.30
Instant Sports, Switch, $13.30
Horizon Chase Turbo, Switch, $13.30
RBI Baseball 2017, Switch, $13.23
Black Mirror, PS4, $13.01
Binding of Isacc Afterbirth +, PS4, $12.97
Sudden Strike 4, PS4, $12.97
Ping Pong Pro, PS4, $12.97
Children of Morta, PS4, $12.97
Northgard, PS4, $12.97
Forger, PS4, $12.97
My Time at Portia, Switch, $12.97
Penguin Wars, Switch, $12.97
Trine 4: The Nightmare Prince, Switch, $12.97
Garfield Kart Furious Racing, Switch, $12.97
Remothered: Tormented Fathers, Switch, $12.97
GRIP Combta Racing Airblades vs Rollers, Switch, $12.97
Titan Quest, Switch, $12.97
Fun Fun Animal Park, Switch, $12.97
VOEZ, Switch, $12.97
Children of Morta, Xbox One, $12.97
GRIP Combta Racing Airblades vs Rollers, Xbox One, $12.97
Garfield Kart Furious Racing, Xbox One, $12.97
Sudden Strike 4, Xbox One, $12.97
Plague Tale: Innocence, Xbox One, $12.97
Metal Wolf Chaos XD, PS4, $12.91
Sniper Elite V2 Remastered, Switch, $12.91
Northgard, Xbox One, $12.91
Concrete Genie, PS4, $12.89
Yooka Laylee Impossible Lay, PS4, $12.89
Bloodstained, PS4, $12.86
Harvest Moon Mad Dash, Switch, $12.77
Dragon's Dogma Dark Arisen, Switch, $12.48
Yooka Laylee Impossible Lay, Xbox One, $12.31
Darksiders Warmastered Edition, Switch, $12.28
Bomber Crew, Switch, $12.22
Horizon Chase Turbo, PS4, $12.17
Killer Queen Black, Switch, $12.14
Sniper Elite V2 Remastered, Xbox One, $12.12




This is in reference to my post a couple days ago...

Gamestop is going to be having a 4 for $60 promo, for preowned games that are $24.99 and under. I think when this happens, that will be the time to try and move credit from GS to Amazon. The B2G1 (with 20% elite discount, CAG16, and 15% cashback, during black friday weekend) was phenomenal, but if you missed it, this new promo is pretty dang good.

If you're able to find a set of $24.99 games, you're essentially getting 52% off the regular price...

1-($60*0.8)/(4*$24.99)=0.52

The above assumes you have elite, and are maximizing your savings by getting nothing but $24.99 games.

It could be even better IF it works online and CAG16 isn't disabled in addition to a cashback site.
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Thanks for all that legwork, I was just looking at the top few for some flips and can't seem to find Valkyria Chronicles 4 for NA. Did grab a few for delivery online even though I couldn't get CAG16 to work...

Looks like I might be on the hunt in-store this week for some Hollow Knight and Truck Racing of all things though!  :cold: Going to need to figure out some filler $25 games if the store doesn't have 4  :beer: 

 
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AI: The somnium Files, PS4, $23.83
Super Monkey Ball Banana Blitz, Switch, $23.39
Steins Gate Elite, Switch, $22.52
MXGP 2019, Xbox One, $21.90
MXGP 2019, PS4, $21.59
DayZ, PS4, $19.60
Race with Ryan, PS4, $19.60
DayZ, Xbox One, $19.58
Dead by Daylight, Switch, $18.17
Race with Ryan, Xbox One, $15.62
Contra Rogue Corps, PS4, $14.91
Race with Ryan, Switch, $14.86
Friday the 13th, Switch, $14.66
 
 
If others can look through these links, and look for trade values on amazon, it shouldn't take very long to get more possible trades.

Code: 
https://www.gamestop.com/video-games/switch/games/pre-owned?pmax=20.00&pmin=19.98&start=1&sz=256
Code: 
https://www.gamestop.com/video-games/playstation-4/games/pre-owned?pmax=20.00&pmin=19.98&start=1&sz=256
Code: 
https://www.gamestop.com/video-games/xbox-one/games/pre-owned?pmax=20.00&pmin=19.98&start=1&sz=256
 
DisGonnaBeGood said:
If others can look through these links, and look for trade values on amazon, it shouldn't take very long to get more possible trades.

https://www.gamestop.com/video-games/switch/games/pre-owned?pmax=20.00&pmin=19.98&start=1&sz=256
Code: 
https://www.gamestop.com/video-games/playstation-4/games/pre-owned?pmax=20.00&pmin=19.98&start=1&sz=256
Code: 
https://www.gamestop.com/video-games/xbox-one/games/pre-owned?pmax=20.00&pmin=19.98&start=1&sz=256
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Thanks for the info and sharing your finds! I found two more:

Saints Row The Third The Full Package, Switch, $19.78

Yu-Gi-Oh! Legacy of the Duelist: Link Evolution, Switch, $25.50

 
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Querjek said:
Yes
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thanks, was looking for info on this. The only thing it asks when trading in:

Are all discs or cartridges included?
Does the game play perfectly


Are there any scratches?


So I'm assuming they changed the trade in requirement and we get same trade in value with our without the case?

 
Unfortunately most of these titles to flip are too uncommon to find a set of 4 at a given GameStop and not available online so no soup for me!
 
found a couple more in stock for shipping that are + movers and eligible for 4 for $20

Hello Neighbor PS4 $7.04

Hello Neighbor Hide and Seek Nintendo Switch $13.68

Thanks for the Astro Bot tip and the other lists. found 8 games (1 set each of 4/60 and 4/20) that cost $78.xx and trade in for $161 Amazon

 
Wii U I received from GS had a shit ton of scratches. This is a real gamble, but gonna trade it in to amazon. Have the potential to make about $60.
 
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Today I am not able to access a label that has "expired" even though it says ship by 12/16.  Just checked by trying to access older labels by doing the url edit that used to always work.  Seems like they made changes to block access to expired labels.  Anyone else experience this?

Edit:  Looks like they tried to place more restrictions and ended up breaking the print label function as a whole.  The only way I can access labels at all right now is going through the email link in recent emails.

 
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gospelman said:
Today I am not able to access a label that has "expired" even though it says ship by 12/16. Just checked by trying to access older labels by doing the url edit that used to always work. Seems like they made changes to block access to expired labels. Anyone else experience this?
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Did you try accessing it through the original email for the trade in? I have had luck via that route when the website doesn't have a label link anymore
 
I think their site is just screwed up at the moment. I'm able to get to the print label page for old trades but I can't get the print button to work.

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Brick Frog said:
I think their site is just screwed up at the moment. I'm able to get to the print label page for old trades but I can't get the print button to work.

Sent from my moto z3 using Tapatalk
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Yes that's what I'm referring to. The email links do work but only for trades placed within 6 days.

 
The URL edit works for me I just can't get anything to popup when I click "print label."

Tried with a new trade and an old trade. No luck

Sent from my moto z3 using Tapatalk
 
Re-print label button is still broken for me in both chrome and ffox.

Since it's a problem affecting recent, non-expired trades as well, I hope this gets fixed soon.

 
gospelman said:
Re-print label button is still broken for me in both chrome and ffox.

Since it's a problem affecting recent, non-expired trades as well, I hope this gets fixed soon.
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This. I always delete the email that amazon sends, so I have like 20 games I can't print a label for. Was working fine last night.

 
Yeah I had to fish several emails out of my trash folder.   And that only works within 6 days.

For the time being I would recommend everyone save a label (print to pdf) immediately after locking.

 
You can always open a new trade (literally any trade) and replace the URL of the print screen using the trade ID number of the original (expired) one and it works like a charm!
 
FlyingMonkey9 said:
You can always open a new trade (literally any trade) and replace the URL of the print screen using the trade ID number of the original (expired) one and it works like a charm!
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This does work, thank you. It has to be on the screen "Your trade-in has been submitted!" Only way currently to reprint a label without a recent email link.

 
I'm also having problems printing any label, even ones still listed as being printable from the site. I learned my lesson the last time this happened a few months back. Like gospelman said, print to PDF even if you don't send the game. I keep all labels in a folder with the last four numbers of the trade and just update it if the value increases. A few days waiting for them to fix this could mean the trade expiring. Not only that but they are taking really long to process games now. They received my trade on the 9th and it's still processing.

Also for that AstroBot rescue they have a black cover as the picture, which could get the game rejected because it doesn't look like their picture. I sent in the regular cover Yakuza 0 right before the greatest hits change, and they rejected the game because it didn't have the "red line".

 
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the Gooseler said:
I'm also having problems printing any label, even ones still listed as being printable from the site. I learned my lesson the last time this happened a few months back. Like gospelman said, print to PDF even if you don't send the game. I keep all labels in a folder with the last four numbers of the trade and just update it if the value increases. A few days waiting for them to fix this could mean the trade expiring. Not only that but they are taking really long to process games now. They received my trade on the 9th and it's still processing.

Also for that AstroBot rescue they have a black cover as the picture, which could get the game rejected because it doesn't look like their picture. I sent in the regular cover Yakuza 0 right before the greatest hits change, and they rejected the game because it didn't have the "red line".
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So in this case, is it better to send Astro bot as disc only?
 
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