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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:

From GameStop employees on CAG:

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

50% extra in-store credit, traded towards pre-owned products (Ends 11/3/13)
GameStop.com said:
Get 50% extra in-store credit when you trade any games, systems or accessories toward the purchase of pre-owned products.
Valid 10/21/13 - 11/3/13

In-store credit must be applied toward the purchase of pre-owned product. Hardware must have all necessary components for trade. Not valid toward cash trades. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Defective items may be eligible for trade at a lesser value. Trades subject to manager approval. Offer valid only toward items normally accepted in trade. Cannot be combined with any other offer. 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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New Games for $9.99 after trade of 2 eligible games (Ends Unknown)
GameStop.com said:
Spend less for the new games you want

Get new games for $9.99 or less when you trade 2 eligible games

Customer may be responsible for sales tax. Net credit after promotion is $50.00 or greater, and must be applied toward the purchase of a new game. If applicable, excess credit remaining after purchase will be returned to the customer in the form of in-store credit. After promotion, cost to the customer will be $9.99 before tax, where applicable, for games priced at $59.99. Customer is responsible for any additional cost when purchasing games priced over $59.99. Eligible games must be traded in the same transaction as the purchase of an eligible new game. Not valid toward cash trades. Offer valid only when eligible items are traded. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Defective items may be eligible for trade at a lesser value. Trades subject to manager approval. Offer valid only toward items normally accepted in trade. Cannot be combined with any other offer. 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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30% extra credit on games, electronics & accessories trades towards select items. (Ends 12/29/13)
GameStop.com said:
30% extra in-store credit when you trade games, accessories, systems, smartphones or tablets toward any pre-owned product or select items
Valid 8/19/13 - 12/29/13

In-store credit must be applied toward an eligible product. Not valid toward cash trades. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Defective items may be eligible for trade at a lesser value. Trades subject to manager approval. Offer valid only toward items normally accepted in trade. Cannot be combined with any other offer. 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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$30 guaranteed trade-in value on select items. (Ends 10/24/13) *THIS IS A PROMO SO NO EXTRA ON TOP*
GameStop.com said:
Get $30 guaranteed trade-in value on select games.

In-store credit must be applied toward an eligible product. Not valid toward cash trades. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Defective items may be eligible for trade at a lesser value. Trades subject to manager approval. Offer valid only toward items normally accepted in trade. Cannot be combined with any other offer. 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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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,,,,

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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Dragunz said:
Does anyone know if they charge refurb fees on 360 controllers? I have one launch controller I want to trade in. It works fine but the joysticks are really old and get stuck a lot.
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GS is not supposed to take in defective accessories but if you can sneak it by YMMV.
 
Today, I went in to return some games I bought with the SOTW 25% coupon. I wanted to buy two more and asked the employee, who I think is the manager, if she could deduct 25% on the new purchase. She said she'd do it as a one-time exception.

:)

 
Miami Flash15 said:
Today, I went in to return some games I bought with the SOTW 25% coupon. I wanted to buy two more and asked the employee, who I think is the manager, if she could deduct 25% on the new purchase. She said she'd do it as a one-time exception.

:)
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That's nice! I ended using my 25%, but I realized afterwards that some of the games were on the 50% list, and the 25% was negating the 50%. Obviously a 50% discount is better than 25% so I did a return and rebuy for those games. Kinda annoying that the computer doesn't stack or at least automatically give you the better promotion/discount.

 
CaseX said:
That's nice! I ended using my 25%, but I realized afterwards that some of the games were on the 50% list, and the 25% was negating the 50%. Obviously a 50% discount is better than 25% so I did a return and rebuy for those games. Kinda annoying that the computer doesn't stack or at least automatically give you the better promotion/discount.
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that's annoying. Wish I had bought some more on my first 25% coupon visit.

 
mask-air-raid said:
Why does GS CS always lack basic skills?
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Ugh. That's North America in general. I used to run a Call Center for investment products, and the people SELLING INVESTMENTS couldn't do simple math. They would get especially stumped when multiplying by fractions, because, you know, investments always gain/lose in whole decimals, so why learn anything else?
 
DealSeeker2U said:
YMMV but I was able to price match Gamestop the other day. I took my phone with the item page and they went on there computer to look it up at CS. GS wasn't in the system but they were able to PM it by listing it as "Other Brick and Mortar store".

Another time, the manager just did the overide at checkout after glancing at my phone. Hence, it is doable but depends on how competent folks at your BB are.
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Ah, I see. I guess I'll just have to try it out and see then, ha ha. I was also curious to try it out at a local Walmart, since it has a sign of "we'll match any competitor price". Hmm...

Thanks everyone for the info!

 
Fairy King's Return said:
Not true. It worked for me. I traded in a 360 copy of MW 2012 and a 360 copy of WWE 13. Bought New Super Luigi U and it worked automatically, without an override.
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boogie4114 said:
Was this today by chance??
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Tried at 2 different stores today, WWE 13 and NFS MW 2012. Both places it didn't ring up automatically. At first store the person had no idea what/how to do, at second store manually overrode it.

Also, the date for the trade 2 promo seems to have been extended to 10/20/2013. This was on the printed list in store, if its already known, please ignore.

 
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Thanks guys for the responses. I will take my copy tomorrow with something else and see if I can get GTA v for $10 for my brother.
 
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I have an extra 50% for Electronics Steal of the Week coupon I might not use. PM with offers if interested. Going to sleep. I will check inbox in the morning. Goodnight, everyone.
 
DJ Don said:
Tried at 2 different stores today, WWE 13 and NFS MW 2012. Both places it didn't ring up automatically. At first store the person had no idea what/how to do, at second store manually overrode it.

Also, the date for the trade 2 promo seems to have been extended to 10/20/2013. This was on the printed list in store, if its already known, please ignore.
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DJ Don said:
Tried at 2 different stores today, WWE 13 and NFS MW 2012. Both places it didn't ring up automatically. At first store the person had no idea what/how to do, at second store manually overrode it.

Also, the date for the trade 2 promo seems to have been extended to 10/20/2013. This was on the printed list in store, if its already known, please ignore
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Was it the same list that showed 10/20? Anyone else confirm this? Site shows 26th still.

 
SpidrMnky said:
Was it the same list that showed 10/20? Anyone else confirm this? Site shows 26th still.
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I should have gotten a copy of it, the person said he just printed it out today and is the latest.

The 3 games definitely on there were WWE 13, NFS MW (2012), and MLB The show 2k13. The fine print etc was all same but I didn't check the other games.

 
I have a question.

With used games, you have 7 days to return it, no questions asked.

Okay, but with the 'new' games that are open on the wall, but listed as new, can't you buy those, play it and then return it within 30 days?

You can basically do that, right? For the 'new' games on the shelves that are there for display.

Am I right or left?

 
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If the game is new and gutted they are supposed to put the inserts and disc in the case. They then put a circle sticker and "seal" it back up. At least at my store they do that. And if you take the sticker off its not "new" anymore.

 
Miami Flash15 said:
I have a question.

With used games, you have 7 days to return it, no questions asked.

Okay, but with the 'new' games that are open on the wall, but listed as new, can't you buy those, play it and then return it within 30 days?

You can basically do that, right? For the 'new' games on the shelves that are there for display.

Am I right or left?
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left.

If the seal they put on the "new" game is broken, they wont take it back

 
Stellar Inertia said:
If the game is new and gutted they are supposed to put the inserts and disc in the case. They then put a circle sticker and "seal" it back up. At least at my store they do that. And if you take the sticker off its not "new" anymore.
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doc_j88 said:
left.

If the seal they put on the "new" game is broken, they wont take it back
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when I bought Armored Core last time 'new' on the shelf, he just gave it as is, and did not put a sticker. So, in that case, I could've essentially played that game and returned it within 30, right?

I only can't with what you said.

Just trying to see if I'm on the right patth lol

 
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Miami Flash15 said:
I have a question.

With used games, you have 7 days to return it, no questions asked.

Okay, but with the 'new' games that are open on the wall, but listed as new, can't you buy those, play it and then return it within 30 days?

You can basically do that, right? For the 'new' games on the shelves that are there for display.

Am I right or left?
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only one way to know for sure, http://www.themagicconchshell.com/

 
The last time I bought a gutted "new" game it already had scratches and fingerprints on the disc.
 
Miami Flash15 said:
Yeah, you're right and with scratches, could be risky.
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I wouldn't try it. If they are supposed to put those stickers on and if you come in with a game and claim that they didn't put a sticker on, they have no reason to believe you unless they know you.

 
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Konfusion said:
I wouldn't try it. If they are supposed to put those stickers on and if you come in with a game and claim that they didn't put a sticker on, they have no reason to believe you unless they know you.
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Yeah, that's very true. Maybe it could work with an old game like Halo 3 or something but I saw a copy of GTA 5 on the shelf today and thought of asking cag.

 
I need some help from some of you Professional Cheapassgamers, I am looking to sell my Deluxe Wii U, Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate, some other crap games, and was wondering if the 30% bonus applies to systems, and if so, would I be able to sell all said games, pre-order a PS4, and later cancel it, keeping the extra 30% to spend on what I please? Thanks to those who answer :). 

Oh, one more thing, the B2G1 from the GTA V pre-order promotion, in what ways can I use that to my advantage to make a little cash. I looked it up, but frankly the methods you guys have are quite complicated, or maybe i'm just not cheap enough to fully grasp the concept, thanks again! 

 
Vendacious said:
I need some help from some of you Professional Cheapassgamers, I am looking to sell my Deluxe Wii U, Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate, some other crap games, and was wondering if the 30% bonus applies to systems, and if so, would I be able to sell all said games, pre-order a PS4, and later cancel it, keeping the extra 30% to spend on what I please? Thanks to those who answer :).

Oh, one more thing, the B2G1 from the GTA V pre-order promotion, in what ways can I use that to my advantage to make a little cash. I looked it up, but frankly the methods you guys have are quite complicated, or maybe i'm just not cheap enough to fully grasp the concept, thanks again!
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You cannot preorder either next gen system currently at Gamestop.

You can trade in for anything used to get the 30% bonus and it would work on your system trade. Just buy a used copy of Kinect Adventures or an ancient used copy of Madden for $.99 to get the bump.

 
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Vendacious said:
I need some help from some of you Professional Cheapassgamers, I am looking to sell my Deluxe Wii U, Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate, some other crap games, and was wondering if the 30% bonus applies to systems, and if so, would I be able to sell all said games, pre-order a PS4, and later cancel it, keeping the extra 30% to spend on what I please?
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You're insane. You can get the bonus from buying a pre-owned game or putting it toward a select pre-order. Why would you try to put money toward a console and cancel it? I think their pre-orders for the consoles are closed anyway.

 
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Ahh, I see. The details of the trade slipped my mind, alright thanks for the info ladies and gents, and what about the B2G1, would the only viable way of making a buck, or a free game possibly be if another good bonus was running at the same time, like say the one going on now, or would it have to be the %50 for any cash to be made, and what games should I buy with all the current games, to re-sell for a profit. Sorry for the long gibberish, I'm trying to get atleast $200+, either get the Vita Walking Dead Bundle, or possibly putting it toward a PS4, haven't decided. Granted pre-orders ever come back due to them being sold out. 

 
Miami Flash15 said:
Yeah, that's very true. Maybe it could work with an old game like Halo 3 or something but I saw a copy of GTA 5 on the shelf today and thought of asking cag.
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They almost certainly have sealed copies of GTA 5 behind the counter they would sell you, and keep the gutted copy for display. They typically only sell the gutted copy if it's the last one in the store.

 
Miami Flash15 said:
when I bought Armored Core last time 'new' on the shelf, he just gave it as is, and did not put a sticker. So, in that case, I could've essentially played that game and returned it within 30, right?

I only can't with what you said.

Just trying to see if I'm on the right patth lol
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Usually depends on the price of the game and the store. Some stores around here don't seal any of the gutted games, some don't seal over $20, some seal all of them.

 
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I cant believe people still buy opened "new" copies. I get what miami wants to do, but if they handed me a opened "new" game I'd walk out the door.
 
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