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NEW THREAD HERE http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?p=10172798

First post contains promo information & useful information and frequently asked questions. Second post has the values for games for Microsoft devices. Third post has the values for games for Nintendo devices. Fourth post has the values for games for Sony devices. Fifth post hardware values. Sixth post is open for expansion/reorganization.

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.

Upcoming Promotions:

Black Friday Trade Deals

[quote name='Anonymous GameStop Employee']20% extra credit on trades toward refurbished/new electronics
25% bonus trade in credit when trading in 2 games
Double trade in credit on any system
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Current Promotions:
GameStop.com Information (will post it when they update it)


Trade 3 get $10 (11/18/12)
[quote name='GameStop.com'] Get $10 extra in-store credit when you trade any 3 games

Games with a trade value less than $2.00 are excluded from offer. Offer valid only toward games normally accepted in trade. Offer not good on cash trades. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Trade-ins subject to manager approval. Offer subject to change at anytime. See store associate for details. No dealers. Offer valid in the United States, Puerto Rico and Guam only. Void where prohibited. GameStop, Inc. reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the offer for any reason without notice.
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$25 Hardware Bonus, Select Systems (11/18/12)
[quote name='GameStop.com']Get an extra $25 in-store credit when you trade any PS3, Xbox 360, PS Vita or 3DS system

Offer not good on cash trades. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Hardware must have all necessary components for trade. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Trade-ins subject to manager approval. See store associate for details. No dealers. Offer vailid in the United States, Puerto Rico and Guam only. Void where prohibited. GameStop, Inc. reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the offer for any reason without notice.
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$30 Guaranteed, Select Games (Varied)
[quote name='GameStop.com']Guaranteed $30 in store credit when you trade select games (within 30 days of release) View Now

$30 value is net value after trade. Trade must be in full working condition to receive full value. Valid only toward items normally accepted in trade. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Subject to manager approval. See store associate for details. No dealers. Some exclusions may apply. Offer valid only while new game is priced $49.99 or higher. Offer valid in the United States, Puerto Rico and Guam only. Void where prohibited. GameStop, Inc. reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the offer for any reason without notice. Offer expiration varies by title.
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Assassin's Creed III PS3 Bundle Upgrade Offer (11/11/12)
[quote name='GameStop.com']Get $75 extra in-store credit when you trade any PS3 toward a new PS3 500GB Assassin’s Creed III bundle.”

Full trade amount must be applied toward the purchase of a new PS3 500GB Assassin's Creed III bundle. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Defective items may be eligible for trade at a lesser value. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Trade-ins subject to manager approval. Offer valid only toward items normally accepted in trade. See store associate for details. No dealers. Offer valid in the United States, Puerto Rico and Guam only. Void where prohibited. GameStop, Inc. reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the offer for any reason without notice. Offer valid 10/30/12 through 11/11/12.
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Sony Collections Trade Offer (11/14/12)
[quote name='GameStop.com']Get 50% extra in-store credit when you trade any games toward the purchase of select Sony collections. Exclusively for PowerUp Rewards members


Eligible Games
- Ratchet & Clank Collection - $39.99
-God of War Saga - $39.99
- Jak and Daxter Collection - $39.99
- Ico and Shadow of the Colossus Collection - $19.99
- InFAMOUS Collection $19.99
- Journey Collector’s Edition- $29.99
- Uncharted Dual Pack - $39.99
- Killzone Trilogy - $39.99


Legal: Full trade amount must be applied toward the purchase of participating games. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Defective items may be eligible for trade at a lesser value. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Trade-ins subject to manager approval. Offer valid only toward items normally accepted in trade. See store associate for details. No dealers. Offer valid in the United States, Puerto Rico and Guam only. Void where prohibited. GameStop, Inc. reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the offer for any reason without notice. Offer valid 11/1/12 through 11/14/12.
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Power Up Rewards Exclusive Hardware Values (11/11/12)
[quote name='GameStop.com']PowerUp Rewards exclusive hardware trade offers are here. Trade in your system to score these exclusive trade prices.

  • Xbox 360 orig - $80
  • Xbox 360 slim - $125
  • PS3 - $125
  • Wii - $40
  • 3DS - $75
  • DSi - $50
  • DS Lite - $40
  • PS Vita - $90
  • PS2 - $30
Values are net after trade. Offer not good on cash trades. Hardware must be in full working condition to be eligible for this offer. Defective hardware may be eligible for trade at a lesser value. Hardware must have all necessary components for trade. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Trade-ins subject to manager approval. See store associate for details. No dealers. Offer vailid in the United States, Puerto Rico and Guam only. Void where prohibited. GameStop, Inc. reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the offer for any reason without notice. Offer valid 11/6/12 through 11/11/12.
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30% Power Trade (1/6/13)
[quote name='GameStop.com']Get 30% extra in-store credit when you trade any items toward a new copy of select games. http://www.gamestop.com/mrkt/landing/pre-pay-bonus-30-trade-credit/

Full trade value amount must be applied toward the pre-order/purchase of a new copy of a participating game. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Trade-ins subject to manager approval. Offer valid only toward items normally accepted in trade. See store associate for details. No dealers. Offer valid in the United States, Puerto Rico and Guam only. Void where prohibited. GameStop, Inc. reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the offer for any reason without notice. [/QUOTE]


PC Download Power Trade (11/5/12)
[quote name='GameStop.com']Power Trade: Get an extra 25% in-store credit when you trade any games toward Prototype Franchise bundle, Dead Space Bundle, F.E.A.R. bundle or Dawnguard DLC digital downloads.

Full trade value amount must be applied toward the purchase of PC download of Prototype Franchise bundle, Dead Space Bundle, F.E.A.R. bundle or Dawnguard DLC. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Trade-ins subject to manager approval. Offer valid only toward games normally accepted in trade. See store associate for details. No dealers. Offer valid in the United States, Puerto Rico and Guam only. Void where prohibited. GameStop, Inc. reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the offer for any reason without notice. [/QUOTE]


25% Headset Offer (11/5/12)
[quote name='GameStop.com']Get an extra 25% in-store credit when you trade any items toward a new headset. including Turtle Beach, Tritton, Beats and more!

Full trade amount must be applied toward the purchase of new headset. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Trade-ins subject to manager approval. Offer valid only toward items normally accepted in trade. See store associate for details. No dealers. Offer valid in the United States, Puerto Rico and Guam only. Void where prohibited. GameStop, Inc. reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the offer for any reason without notice. [/QUOTE]


GAMESTOP USED GAME PRODUCT ID(thanks Xfactor4)
THE GAMESTOP USED GAME PRODUCT ID "CRACKED":

:gc:=916xxx
:360:=952xxx
:ps2:=938xxx or 939xxx
:wii:=917xxx
:psp:=935xxx
:ds:=919xxx
:ps3:=930xxx
:gba:=914xxx
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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,,,,,,,,

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 EDGE 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
Playstation 2: Console Unit, Power Cable, A/V Cable, Controller (Must be a DualShock2) *Fat unit requires either back cover or network adapter*
GameCube: Console Unit, Power Cable, A/V Cable, Controller
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. They will not, however, take RROD 360 consoles. There may be stores that still do it, but official policy is to not take them in.

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 EDGE 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, Florida, 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
No Information Yet:

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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[quote name='Donut2922']Yeah the register now not only prompts the cashier with a view of the last 5 purchases, but it also shows a year to date PUR savings/trade in bonus now. I went in today and the cashier said "wow you have saved so much money it says $1,200 year to date for you." She commented how that was the largest she's seen so far. #2 was at $800. I guess the bright side is that the number is supposed to reset in January.[/QUOTE]
"That's what she said" Wait, that is actually what she said. :lol:
 
[quote name='MSUHitman']GS doesn't care what version of the old 360 hardware it is, everything is either an old style 360 or a Slim.[/QUOTE]
Got it, thanks.
 
So glad I did not trade my core style 250GB HD for $20. I took it apart (easy) and bought a empty case on Amazon for $5. Popped the sucker in and put it in my nephew's slim since their HD crashed and it works like a charm. Just an FYI for people.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004YV9TSA/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00

This is the one I bought and it worked great. It had an actual box and everything. I got it from Best Deals as the 3rd party seller.
 
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So what's the current best deal for trading in a 360 slim and PS3 slim toward a Wii U?

I thought I saw something in store about additional hardware trade in when trading in toward a Wii U, but I didn't see it in the OP....

Thanks
 
Hey CAG experts, I am a PowerUp Pro member or whatever and I am looking to trade in regular 3DS + other games at GameStop.

I just want to check my math based on deals and PowerUp additional trade in values:

- 3DS: 45.00 (Double Hardware = 90.00)
- MK7: 25.00 (alleged PowerUp value)
- NSMB2: 25.00 (alleged PU value)
- MKds: 14.00
- MK wii: 23.00 (alleged PU value)
- SM Galaxy: 7.00

Does this look kosher? I can still take advantage of the 20% 5 games tiered deal too, right? Also, would I still be eligible to apply some of that credit for the 30% pre-order deal or how does that work?

Any help would really be appreciated and if this is not in the right place then please move it to where questions/advice should go. I just want to make sure I am doing the math right before I go in there and maybe make a potential mistake.
 
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[quote name='drhockey30066']Hey CAG experts, I am a PowerUp Pro member or whatever and I am looking to trade in regular 3DS + other games at GameStop.

I just want to check my math based on deals and PowerUp additional trade in values:

- 3DS: 45.00 (Double Hardware = 90.00)
- MK7: 25.00 (alleged PowerUp value)
- NSMB2: 25.00 (alleged PU value)
- MKds: 14.00
- MK wii: 23.00 (alleged PU value)
- SM Galaxy: 7.00

Does this look kosher? I can still take advantage of the 20% 5 games tiered deal too, right? Also, would I still be eligible to apply some of that credit for the 30% pre-order deal or how does that work?

Any help would really be appreciated and if this is not in the right place then please move it to where questions/advice should go. I just want to make sure I am doing the math right before I go in there and maybe make a potential mistake.[/QUOTE]looks about right but bear in mind you won't collect the 20% 5games or the 30% Preorder since the Powerup Rewards games don't stack with other offers. They will however stack with 10% from Pro card.
 
[quote name='TwistedShade']looks about right but bear in mind you won't collect the 20% 5games or the 30% Preorder since the Powerup Rewards games don't stack with other offers. They will however stack with 10% from Pro card.[/QUOTE]

Thanks man!

That's cool, the biggest thing for me is the double hardware bonus so as long as that is 90.00 credit for the 3DS then I'll go ahead with it.
 
Alright I took one for the team. Traded in 3 games not on the PowerUps list along with some on the PowerUps list. Good news is you can mix the tiered trade promo with the PowerUps trade promo. The bad news is that the games on the PowerUps list will NOT count towards your tiers. I only got the bonus 10% for the 3 non-list games. So it cost me $7.60 but now we know (maybe we already did).

Anyway 10/19

All :360:
L4D2 $15
Spider-man: Shattered Dimensions $12
Orange Box: $11
 
[quote name='klimb22']"That's what she said" Wait, that is actually what she said. :lol:[/QUOTE]

She was a little easy on the eyes too ;) Not the usual female GS cashier I typically run across either. :whistle2:#
 
[quote name='cancerman1120']So glad I did not trade my core style 250GB HD for $20. I took it apart (easy) and bought a empty case on Amazon for $5. Popped the sucker in and put it in my nephew's slim since there HD crashed and it works like a charm. Just an FYI for people.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004YV9TSA/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00

This is the one I bought and it worked great. It had an actual box and everything. I got it from Best Deals as the 3rd party seller.[/QUOTE]

2nd time you have helped me today plan to do this tonight.
 
[quote name='cancerman1120']Did you only get 10% PUR bonus on L4D? Or did it give you 30% for trading in more than 7?[/QUOTE]

Sorry about the long wait. Left 4 Dead and Mass Effect did not get 50%. Not on list. Only 10%.
 
[quote name='TheSithAssassin']Sorry about the long wait. Left 4 Dead and Mass Effect did not get 50%. Not on list[/QUOTE]

No worries. I did my own experiment anyway. :D
 
[quote name='cancerman1120']So glad I did not trade my core style 250GB HD for $20. I took it apart (easy) and bought a empty case on Amazon for $5. Popped the sucker in and put it in my nephew's slim since their HD crashed and it works like a charm. Just an FYI for people.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004YV9TSA/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00

This is the one I bought and it worked great. It had an actual box and everything. I got it from Best Deals as the 3rd party seller.[/QUOTE]
This was good info. and a handy link. Thanks!
 
[quote name='chuckie88']This was good info. and a handy link. Thanks![/QUOTE]

Thanks! You will also need a Torx screw driver set unless you are willing to risk damage to the HD by breaking the old case apart. I picked one up for $6 at Home Depot. I should have had one anyway.
 
seems like no one bothered to answer my question last time, so i'll ask again, what's the trade in value for a nintendo wii? and will they accept my wii if the sd card door is missing?
 
[quote name='Fadeca']seems like no one bothered to answer my question last time, so i'll ask again, what's the trade in value for a nintendo wii? and will they accept my wii if the sd card door is missing?[/QUOTE]

Its listed on the first page of the thread. I traded my motion plus for $60 with bonus a few days ago. They know the price drop is coming.

At best you would get a refurb fee. If not they may not take it at all since its missing. I have heard of them not taking damaged wii's in this thread.
 
[quote name='Donut2922']She was a little easy on the eyes too ;) Not the usual female GS cashier I typically run across either. :whistle2:#[/QUOTE]

Actually hot, not gamestop hot. ;)
 
10/19:

:360:
Fallout New Vegas: Ultimate Edition - $20
Silent Hill HD Collection - $15

:ds:
New Super Mario Bros. - $13

:ps3:
Borderlands - $13
RE5: Gold Edition - $13
WWE '12 - $13
 
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Traded (PS3):
Resident Evil 6: $25

If it hasn't been mentioned, you apparently get the 10% PUR bonus (in this case $2.50) on the games base price along with the extra $ PUR members-only bonus.
 
[quote name='nietzsche74']Traded (PS3):
Resident Evil 6: $25

If it hasn't been mentioned, you apparently get the 10% PUR bonus (in this case $2.50) on the games base price along with the extra $ PUR members-only bonus.[/QUOTE]

RE6 is trading in for $40 at best buy. Will probably trade in for even more next week.
 
[quote name='SpartenOmega117']RE6 is trading in for $40 at best buy. Will probably trade in for even more next week.[/QUOTE]Doubtful. Through Saturday you can get up to $43.20 for it ($27 + 13.50 + 2.70), but the highest its base value will be during the 100% bonus is $20, so you'll get $42 max then.

If you're going to trade it in, I'd do it this week.
 
Is there a fee for not having the box for a game? I kinda like the MvC3 steelbook I have.

Also, forgot to call my GS to ask if they have the extra 50%, anyone know if they have it at Mission Valley in San Diego?
 
Gamestop here wasnt doing 50% extra and they have participated in every one of the buy 2 get 1 and trade in promo's, everyone seems to be reporting that the thread enuf posted in, is wrong.
 
Since the BestBuy 100% trade in starts Sunday and the Gamestop bonuses ens Sunday I'll just wait to see how BestBuy's trade-ins change.
 
[quote name='eliter1']Is there a fee for not having the box for a game? I kinda like the MvC3 steelbook I have.

Also, forgot to call my GS to ask if they have the extra 50%, anyone know if they have it at Mission Valley in San Diego?[/QUOTE]Just trade the MvC3 disc in by itself. If you're told there's a refurbishing fee, just ask why and it should be removed (not speaking from experience, just what I've seen some CAGs say).
 
[quote name='HakurenKyo06']Gamestop here wasnt doing 50% extra and they have participated in every one of the buy 2 get 1 and trade in promo's, everyone seems to be reporting that the thread enuf posted in, is wrong.[/QUOTE]

Yeah, I'm having the same issue. I have 2 around here that usually participate and both looked at me like I was nuts. :cry:
 
Question, I'm looking to trade in my old 360, but it is missing the power cord.... the one from wall outline to the brick power supply!!! I just made one from computer cord.

Will I have problem trading that in?
 
I checked back a few pages and searched and saw nothing (not on the front page either).

I got an email stating "Get up to $200 off select 360 bundles" with the 100% bonus trade in. Which just that alone, clearly the prices are skewed a lot. I remember just before the 3DS XL came out I got around $80 for my regular 3DS (that was just before the "trade up" program too) and now the XL is only $75 base! WTF!

Anyway, so is this just a roundabout deceiving way to say "Hey, $200 is the most you can possibly get with this deal, how about you apply it to some of the 360 bundles that was just lowered the prices of...huh?...do it...go on..."?

edit: Ouch, just saw Amazon is offering $177 anyway. Not sure if I'm trading in or not, just looking at options because my old 360 is kaput...
 
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So I traded in some games, From my reciept I'm assuming that if you have a game from that powerup rewards extra credit trade in list it will not combine with the tier game list since I traded in over 8 games and yet only got 10% on the games not on that list.
Also Xenoblade Chronicles was worth 20$ not 25 like stated on that list. Tales of Graces F seems to be part of that promotion as well since I got 20 dollars for it 13+7 from the promotion.
 
Some values from today (10/20/12):

PS3:
The Sly Collection: 15.00
Starhawk: 10.00
F1 2011: 7.00

Xbox 360:
Madden 2013: 22.00
Grand Theft Auto IV Complete: 15
Prince of Persia: 0.40

Wii:
Super Mario Galaxy: 10.00
 
[quote name='cancerman1120']Alright I took one for the team. Traded in 3 games not on the PowerUps list along with some on the PowerUps list. Good news is you can mix the tiered trade promo with the PowerUps trade promo. The bad news is that the games on the PowerUps list will NOT count towards your tiers. I only got the bonus 10% for the 3 non-list games. So it cost me $7.60 but now we know (maybe we already did).

Anyway 10/19

All :360:
L4D2 $15
Spider-man: Shattered Dimensions $12
Orange Box: $11[/QUOTE]

[quote name='blankempathy']So I traded in some games, From my reciept I'm assuming that if you have a game from that powerup rewards extra credit trade in list it will not combine with the tier game list since I traded in over 8 games and yet only got 10% on the games not on that list.
Also Xenoblade Chronicles was worth 20$ not 25 like stated on that list. Tales of Graces F seems to be part of that promotion as well since I got 20 dollars for it 13+7 from the promotion.[/QUOTE]

Yeah I reported this last night. Good the CPU gives you the better deal though since 30% on those games on the list would be worse. I was hoping to trigger the higher tier also.
 
[quote name='blankempathy']So I traded in some games, From my reciept I'm assuming that if you have a game from that powerup rewards extra credit trade in list it will not combine with the tier game list since I traded in over 8 games and yet only got 10% on the games not on that list.
Also Xenoblade Chronicles was worth 20$ not 25 like stated on that list. Tales of Graces F seems to be part of that promotion as well since I got 20 dollars for it 13+7 from the promotion.[/QUOTE]

I got $25 for Xenoblade yesterday morning. Add in the 10%, and full amount was $26.50.
 
10/20

Took advantage of the Best Buy B2G1 sale. Traded in the following games to move credit to GameStop.

Xbox 360:
Borderlands: 12.00 (x2)
Sid Meier's Civilization Revolution: 13.00
Halo Combat Evolved Anniversary: 15.00
Sniper Elite 2: 20.00
Halo Reach: 17.00
Saints Row Double Pack (2CD): 13.00

PS3:
Alice: Madness Returns: 13.00
Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2: 18.00
Borderlands GOTY: 15.00
Portal 2: 13.00
WWE 12: 13.00

3DS:
New Super Mario Bros. 2: 18.00

DS:
New Super Mario Bros.: 13.00

After all bonuses, I ended up with 313.50. Still got one more game to trade in but Best Buy gave me Forza 3 instead of the newest one so going back later to get the right game. So I think I did pretty damn good.
 
[quote name='albwrong']10/20

Took advantage of the Best Buy B2G1 sale. Traded in the following games to move credit to GameStop.

Xbox 360:
Borderlands: 12.00 (x2)
Sid Meier's Civilization Revolution: 13.00
Halo Combat Evolved Anniversary: 15.00
Sniper Elite 2: 20.00
Halo Reach: 17.00
Saints Row Double Pack (2CD): 13.00

PS3:
Alice: Madness Returns: 13.00
Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2: 18.00
Borderlands GOTY: 15.00
Portal 2: 13.00
WWE 12: 13.00

3DS:
New Super Mario Bros. 2: 18.00

DS:
New Super Mario Bros.: 13.00

After all bonuses, I ended up with 313.50. Still got one more game to trade in but Best Buy gave me Forza 3 instead of the newest one so going back later to get the right game. So I think I did pretty damn good.[/QUOTE]
I'll say you did--I felt fortunate enough to find just six games at the BBY I visited yesterday (not my usual store, so who knows if I would have done better there?):

:360:
Silent Hill HD Collection

:ps3:
Borderlands
WWE '12

:ds:
New Super Mario Bros. (x3)

I wish the B2G1 used games at BBY lasted just one more day (through tomorrow) so I could stop by my store, see if they have anything different, and trade in what I find to GS before those bonus values expire. :cry:
 
Just traded my PS3 slim with some old games and got $270 for it then i reserved 500gb AC3 bundle, 10/30 can't come soon enough :lol:.

All :ps3: base value
Rage - $5
3d dot heroes - $4
Bioshock 2 - $2.50
R&C future: ToD - $4
MK vita - $10
AC:Rev - $10
Sly collection - $15
Portal 2 - $15

I also noticed they are selling Batman tshirts for $4.99, it's probably a deal since the halo 4, borderlands 2, AC3 etc shirts still goes for $15.
 
[quote name='akmgmer']Some values from today (10/20/12):

PS3:
The Sly Collection: 15.00
Starhawk: 10.00
F1 2011: 7.00

Xbox 360:
Madden 2013: 22.00
Grand Theft Auto IV Complete: 15
Prince of Persia: 0.40

Wii:
Super Mario Galaxy: 10.00[/QUOTE]

Are you just quoting the base values, or are you not a PUR member? Sly ($23), GTA ($20), and Madden ($30) should have netted you an extra $21 since they are on the bonus list.
 
I have a question.
I traded in some games towards the pre-order of Assassin's Creed III earlier in the week, would I be able to upgrade to the limited edition(assuming they have it) and move my credit to that?
 
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