GameStop TIV/Promos XXVI: Values available on Android/iOS app. Games with guaranteed $40/$30 and more!

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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.

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Current Promotions/Information:

From GameStop employees on CAG:

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

Guaranteed $30/$40 on select games (Varying End Dates)
GameStop.com said:

$125 in credit on PS3/360 traded towards New PS4 (Ends 11/9/14)
GameStop.com said:
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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, 21,22,23,24,25

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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Sorry if this has been asked/answered already. Wondering if it's possible to trade in multiple systems at once for the $75/150 system bonus. I have an arcade 360 and a slim. Wanting to know if that'll stack to get me $225 towards a Destiny bundle
Wondering this too. I have an exta PS3 and 360, that I would willingly trade for $300 trade-credit towards a PS4.

 
Never thought I'd see the day where GS TIV were better than both Wal Mart AND Best Buy. At least for most of the games I still have anyway...

 
Wondering this too. I have an exta PS3 and 360, that I would willingly trade for $300 trade-credit towards a PS4.
I was able to trade in a 360 and a PS3 together for $150 each on the same transaction in July when they had the same offer. Got a PS4, KZ: Shadowfall, Octodad and Infamous First Light for $21.

 
I was able to trade in a 360 and a PS3 together for $150 each on the same transaction in July when they had the same offer. Got a PS4, KZ: Shadowfall, Octodad and Infamous First Light for $21.
Did you have to get a manager override for this? I asked my local store today and they said they would let me trade in two on the same transaction as long as the system allowed it.

 
Is there a way to tell what model the ps3 was originally? Mine now has a 500+gb in it but, i do have 2 spare laptop drives in my drawer and i'm pretty sure one of them is 120gb.   Apparently you get twice as much credit for certain models of ps3 according to http://www.gamestop.com/collection/trade-in edit i also have a ps4 already what are the chances of this deal popping up for the xbox one eventually?  Also does this look like it came out of a ps3 or xbox 360?  

 
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Sorry if this has been asked/answered already. Wondering if it's possible to trade in multiple systems at once for the $75/150 system bonus. I have an arcade 360 and a slim. Wanting to know if that'll stack to get me $225 towards a Destiny bundle

Wondering this too. I have an exta PS3 and 360, that I would willingly trade for $300 trade-credit towards a PS4.
My store told me no, they won't stack. Probably YMMV you could possibly find a store that would be willing to override it.

 
Is there a way to tell what model the ps3 was originally? Mine now has a 500+gb in it but, i do have 2 spare laptop drives in my drawer and i'm pretty sure one of them is 120gb. Apparently you get twice as much credit for certain models of ps3 according to http://www.gamestop.com/collection/trade-in edit i also have a ps4 already what are the chances of this deal popping up for the xbox one eventually? Also does this look like it came out of a ps3 or xbox 360?
Ya you need to look at the serial number and deduce it from there

 
I don't have the membership thing so I don't know if I'm missing out on information or not, but is there any general % bonus trade in coming up?
No. Gamestop is getting rid of most trade in bonuses. The only one going on now is for console trade ins towards PS4. Also, your user name makes my head hurt. Did you use a random user name generator when you created it?

 
Do you guys think Gamestop will do the trade in offer for the Sunset Overdrive bundle? As in, trading in any 250 GB or higher Xbox/PS3 will net you $150 towards the console like they do now with the PS4?

 
I can verify they no longer take PSP items.

3DS

3DS Charging Dock - $0.25 (4/25/13) Now 0

2GB SD Card - $0.50 (8/1/13) Now 0

4GB Card - $1.50 (7/12/14) Now 0

AC Adapter - $3 (3/23/14) Now 2

Amazon basics Carry Case - $0.25 (3/23/14)Now 0
Circle Pad Pro - $1.50 (7/3/13)Now 0
Docking Station - $0.25 (1/4/13) Now 0

3DS games

50 Classic Games 3D - 1

Ace Combat Assualt Horizon Legacy - $2.50 (6/28/13) Now 1.25

Adventure Time: Hey Ice King - $6 (8/27/13) Now 3

Adventure Time 2 - $3.50 (5/7/14) Now $2.50
Adventures of Tintin - $5 (7/26/12) Now .50

Alien Chaos 3D .50

American Mensa Academy .75

Angler's Club: Ultimate Bass Fishing 3D No longer accepted

Angry Birds Star Wars - $3 (3/27/14) Now 3

Well I cannot do this my phone keeps crashing and I'm not willing to call to ask for the value of each game.

 
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So for how long has GS been doing this Gift Card exchange?  Not the best deal but if you are stuck with a GC you absolutely do not want it might be worth it.  My $30 Banana Republic card gets me $22.50 which is a steep 25% fee.  

 
Can someone explain to me where the TIV checker is on the Android app?

This is what I see:

Gamestop Icon, Messages, Search, Sign In, Activate

Home, Stores, Library, Rewards, Account

Ad for Destiny

Best Sellers

Now Shipping

Coming Soon

Ad for Website featured trade values

Send Feedback

About Gamestop

 
Can someone explain to me where the TIV checker is on the Android app?

This is what I see:

Gamestop Icon, Messages, Search, Sign In, Activate

Home, Stores, Library, Rewards, Account

Ad for Destiny

Best Sellers

Now Shipping

Coming Soon

Ad for Website featured trade values

Send Feedback

About Gamestop
U probably have the old version of the app.

Open up the app store and click on My Apps. There should be an update.

 
Can someone explain to me where the TIV checker is on the Android app?

This is what I see:

Gamestop Icon, Messages, Search, Sign In, Activate

Home, Stores, Library, Rewards, Account

Ad for Destiny

Best Sellers

Now Shipping

Coming Soon

Ad for Website featured trade values

Send Feedback

About Gamestop
If you updated the app, you should see three tabs at the top for "Home", "Trade" and "Shop". Click on trade and that's where you can check TiV's. If not, trying swiping to the right till you see "Find trade values". I did this on my Droid Razr so I'm not sure if the app is the same on all Android phones but it should be.

 
I just downloaded it today.  The app says it's up to date in the Google Play store, and the store itself says it's up to date.  The screenshots for my version seem to match the older version of the app so obviously the store is wrong, so how do I get to the newer version?  I'm on a Samsung Galaxy 4 tablet if that makes any difference.

 
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I just downloaded it today. The app says it's up to date in the Google Play store, and the store itself says it's up to date. The screenshots for my version seem to match the older version of the app so obviously the store is wrong, so how do I get to the newer version? I'm on a Samsung Galaxy 4 tablet if that makes any difference.
delete it in google play then reinstall and you should be good. That's what I did with my S3

 
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What will gamestop give me for a ps3 slim 120gb?  I want to get sunset overdrive bundle xbox one.  Better a system that I'll actually use then one I probably will never use.   The tiv is $75 on amazon.  I'm honestly kinda tempted to go with amazon since I have a zero balance on my amazon card and the balance won't be due until thanksgiving if i order the sunset overdrive bundle and i'll definitely have enough cash to pay for it by the time the system comes out it's just slightly more leeway

 
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