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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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Of course it didn't work. Not trying to be an ass or anything but you don't have 2 games from the list.

You would've been fine if those Pokemon games were V2

 
WhatsYoFlava said:
Of course it didn't work. Not trying to be an ass or anything but you don't have 2 games from the list.

You would've been fine if those Pokemon games were V2
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Whoa, easy there. I was told (by people here) that the list constantly changes. I was hoping I would get lucky. I didn't and used the other promo. No big deal. Doesn't hurt to try, does it?

 
DBK said:
Whoa, easy there. I was told (by people here) that the list constantly changes. I was hoping I would get lucky. I didn't and used the other promo. No big deal. Doesn't hurt to try, does it?
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For future reference the list usually changes on Sunday and Wednesday. The stores sometimes have the newest list, sometimes they do not. Sometimes the website is right...sometimes it's Gamestop lol.

The Pokemon games are a crap shoot to see if they will actually be on the list this coming week, since the new ones just came out.

Black and White Version 1 were actually on the list, but it's was over the summer. I was pissed when they put V2 up there, because I had passed on both!

 
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burritoman said:
For future reference the list usually changes on Sunday and Wednesday. The stores sometimes have the newest list, sometimes they do not. Sometimes the website is right...sometimes it's Gamestop lol.

The Pokemon games are a crap shoot to see if they will actually be on the list this coming week, since the new ones just came out.

Black and White Version 1 were actually on the list, but it's was over the summer. I was pissed when they put V2 up there, because I had passed on both!
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The list I saw at the store didn't have BW2 on there. I don't know if that was an older list or an updated one.

 
milehighshooter said:
yea i did look into this but then the xbox will be useless with out the ac adapter
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Well I think what he was saying is that if you're getting the same TIV for all the accessories as trading in the whole thing that you could trade those to GS then dump the actual system on eBay or CL and probably get at least $40. People selling banned and broken consoles with nothing get that much.

DBK said:
Whoa, easy there. I was told (by people here) that the list constantly changes. I was hoping I would get lucky. I didn't and used the other promo. No big deal. Doesn't hurt to try, does it?
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Constantly is a gross exaggeration. It changes every two to three weeks and maybe once a couple days after that if they screwed something up or there's a lot of new releases to be added.

 
EldritchOnRye said:
Constantly is a gross exaggeration. It changes every two to three weeks and maybe once a couple days after that if they screwed something up or there's a lot of new releases to be added.
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Well right now it's being updated twice a week, so it's not that far off. I would classify that as maybe more toward "often" than "constantly", but the idea is the same.

 
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Did anyone get a phone call about trade in promo going on November 10 after store hours?

40% bonus on everything (consoles, accessories, games) for pre ordering xbox one (or ps4 i believe), when traded towards them

edit: just realized this is probably the same thing that's going on now except they included powerup card with the %

 
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DBK said:
Well right now it's being updated twice a week, so it's not that far off. I would classify that as maybe more toward "often" than "constantly", but the idea is the same.
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Someone correct me if I'm misremembering but I'm pretty sure the last actual change to it was when Diamond/Pearl were added to the list.

poker360 said:
Did anyone get a phone call about trade in promo going on November 10 after store hours?

40% bonus on everything (consoles, accessories, games) for pre ordering xbox one (or ps4 i believe), when traded towards them
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After store hours? Like you have to go there at 10PM to get the bonus? Sounds like someone looking to mug some folks.

 
EldritchOnRye said:
Someone correct me if I'm misremembering but I'm pretty sure the last actual change to it was when Diamond/Pearl were added to the list.

After store hours? Like you have to go there at 10PM to get the bonus? Sounds like someone looking to mug some folks.
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It was the store manager that made the call...

 
WhatsYoFlava said:
If you kept the console, you would've gotten the same value (assuming the 250GB HD TIV = $40 still)

360 Wireless Controller = $12

Slim AC Adapter = $27.50

250GB Slim HD = $40

$79.50 + 30% = $103.35
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hmm thanks going to have to do this tomorrow. Hopefully those values hold. Will do this and throw the console only up on ebay. Looks like an extra $50 or so just for that.

 
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Well at least when he starts mugging people and taking all their stuff you know who it was! You'll have to get more information because this just sounds so weird.
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I called the store and they confirmed it. A "special event" for those who pre ordered a next gen console

 
I have a question maybe someone can help me with, I know the answer more than likely.  I bought a 3DSXL and used a $25 off single item coupon and changed my mind and want to buy a 2DS instead.  Will I get refunded the points back or are they lost, I know best buy refunds the points but knowing gamestop, they're lost.  Thanks for any help I receive, maybe someone has had a similar experience and can share.

 
ShockandAww said:
hmm thanks going to have to do this tomorrow. Hopefully those values hold. Will do this and throw the console only up on ebay. Looks like an extra $50 or so just for that.
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My math should be right unless the TIV tanked on the 250GB HD. They don't take 3rd party HD's either. Slim HDs must be OEM and have a valid serial number with a barcode on the bottom.

 
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HakurenKyo06 said:
I have a question maybe someone can help me with, I know the answer more than likely. I bought a 3DSXL and used a $25 off single item coupon and changed my mind and want to buy a 2DS instead. Will I get refunded the points back or are they lost, I know best buy refunds the points but knowing gamestop, they're lost. Thanks for any help I receive, maybe someone has had a similar experience and can share.
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I don't know if it's company wide policy, but when I returned an item I used a PUR coupon on, I never got the coupon back.

 
[quote name="poker360" post="11137171" timestamp="1381885759"]I called the store and they confirmed it. A "special event" for those who pre ordered a next gen consolecontains

Sounds like your store was making calls from the PUR Concierge List. This week's list contains regular PUR members that have the XBone reserved. I don't know the details about the pre-release event on 11/17, but it was mentioned at least.
 
strait edge follower said:
i think soul silver and heart gold will still be on the list. i just cant find copys of those anywhere
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I got lucky and found a cart only copy of each at a pawn shop for under $10. Found a sealed HeartGold w/Pokewalker for $15.

Check pawn shops, a lot sell their games for $10 or so, except new releases, unless the guy who prices it doesn't know. I'd say all of my local pawns except 1 have pretty good deals.

 
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I need some help. I have a semi-broken 360 and PS3 60GB I am thinking of trading into GS. Need some suggestions as to best way to maximize trade-in credit.

I see the refurb hardware deductions in the OP, but I'm curious as I've never traded any systems into GS before- to what extent do they test them?.

The PS3 - 60GB - had an aftermarket fan installed by some guy in a chinese store and now it's really LOUD when running. Overheats after 30 minutes of play and shuts itself off. Has YLOD history- was opened also.

The Xbox 360 - 120GB model with Hdmi - Disc tray has trouble opening and occasionally gets stuck. Otherwise it works great, Never opened/not banned.

I have all original accessories, so $40 for the PS3 (if they accept it)  and $20 for the 360?

 
I know this has been asked and answered, but with 98 pages?  Bitch, Please.  

So the 30% is the deal where if you buy one pre-owned item you get the 30% on the entire credit?   Like if I bring in $100 and then buy a cheapo copy of Madden 10, I'll still get the 30% bonus on the whole thing?  Cause I see this as a easy way to get a ps4 on Black Friday.

 
robbyH said:
I know this has been asked and answered, but with 98 pages? Bitch, Please.

So the 30% is the deal where if you buy one pre-owned item you get the 30% on the entire credit? Like if I bring in $100 and then buy a cheapo copy of Madden 10, I'll still get the 30% bonus on the whole thing? Cause I see this as a easy way to get a ps4 on Black Friday.
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Well you automatically get 30% bonus on your trade-ins when trading towards next-gen items so if you're just planning on unloading it all towards a PS4 pre-order then you're good to go without having the need to buy a pre-owned game.

 
Dragunz said:
Well you automatically get 30% bonus on your trade-ins when trading towards next-gen items so if you're just planning on unloading it all towards a PS4 pre-order then you're good to go without having the need to buy a pre-owned game.
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Now GS has to put up pre-orders again. Looks like I'm waiting for Black Friday.

 
EldritchOnRye said:
Well I think what he was saying is that if you're getting the same TIV for all the accessories as trading in the whole thing that you could trade those to GS then dump the actual system on eBay or CL and probably get at least $40.
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I'd be tempted to make an offer if he'd done that. I have a hard drive and controllers, I'd just need to snag a power supply for cheap from AWD or gamestop.
 
I've got a Galaxy S4 and an iPad mini that I was thinking about taking to trade in. Does anyone know if there's any way to get ahold of a 50% trade bonus? I don't believe they are giving them away with PUR renewal anymore, right? Would 30% be the best possible trade in bonus available now?

 
jfh2c said:
I've got a Galaxy S4 and an iPad mini that I was thinking about taking to trade in. Does anyone know if there's any way to get ahold of a 50% trade bonus? I don't believe they are giving them away with PUR renewal anymore, right? Would 30% be the best possible trade in bonus available now?
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No more 50% off coupons. Get the 30% now since new iPads are being announced next week.

 
thenadz said:
I need some help. I have a semi-broken 360 and PS3 60GB I am thinking of trading into GS. Need some suggestions as to best way to maximize trade-in credit.

I see the refurb hardware deductions in the OP, but I'm curious as I've never traded any systems into GS before- to what extent do they test them?.

The PS3 - 60GB - had an aftermarket fan installed by some guy in a chinese store and now it's really LOUD when running. Overheats after 30 minutes of play and shuts itself off. Has YLOD history- was opened also.

The Xbox 360 - 120GB model with Hdmi - Disc tray has trouble opening and occasionally gets stuck. Otherwise it works great, Never opened/not banned.

I have all original accessories, so $40 for the PS3 (if they accept it) and $20 for the 360?
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I wouldn't mind taking that 120gb hard drive off of your hands if the price is right :)
 
WhatsYoFlava said:
Best pre owned item to trigger the 30% promo = Kinect Adventures $1
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strait edge follower said:
and links crossbow training for 25 cents has the coins too i think
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WhatsYoFlava said:
Best pre owned item to trigger the 30% promo = Kinect Adventures $1
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EldritchOnRye said:
I disagree sir, at least WiiFit gives you a chance at CN coins.
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DealSeeker2U said:
... or preowned copy of ATK :rofl: (trade all those new ones in to strategic locations ;)). The best one however has to be Link's Crossbow training.
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You are all actually wrong. The best item(s) is a $.02 PS2 game!

 
The Wii U hardware trade-in values are tough without a coupon or bonus credit (thankfully I traded in my PS3/360 before they were tanked). If anyone wants to have cash instead of GameStop credit, I would be interested in purchasing your Wii U. PM me if interested.
 
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Has anyone ever had any luck getting a game when pre-orders are sold out online, getting an order made at the store still possible?

 
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JamesKelly09 said:
Has anyone ever had any luck getting a game when pre-orders are sold out online, getting an order made at the store still possible?
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Like you want to walk into the store and pre-order something? It really depends on the game. Some stuff you can walk in and pre-order 10 minutes before close the day before and get a pre-order. If it's something that's actually going to be limited (like the Zelda CE) they'll shut them off at a certain point before hand or when they run out. If it's something that they're only getting in what they get for pre-orders then they'll shut them down at some point before hand.

 
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