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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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Its there an updated list for the trade 2 for 1 New game? The one from Gamestop expired 10/20 and I want sure what games have been added removed.

Thanks
 
If you do get banned, you're banned from just trading in on that card, right?

Was wondering if that wasn't the case, what happens to your leftover credit and pre orders.

Also, whenever I've gone with this one guy, who I think is a manager, every other time he always asks me if my information on the account is the same, maybe the system is verifying that and that's what the update is?

Idk
 
My account had a "Member Updated" notification after trading in a couple of games last night. Nothing unusual appeared to occur during today's activities of buying and trading (but then again, there is that 1-day or so lag of the transaction histories).

But I just went and changed some personal info just now by logging into the rewards account online, and that transferred the "Member Updated" notification from yesterday's date to today's date pretty much instantly.

 
Is there anyone else that has like 100K PUR points saved up or do most of you guys redeem them for $ off coupons right away?

Every time I go to a new GS, employees are always shocked by how many points I have. Sometimes they even say it out loud like HOLY COW and tell everyone in the damn store. Not the first time this has happened but its getting quite annoying...

I think someone else posted something similar happening to him lol

 
So if I find a 99 cent game and trade in $100 worth of games I will still get my whole $100 doubled even tho I only.buy a 99 cent game?
 
Prison Mike said:
Is there anyone else that has like 100K PUR points saved up or do most of you guys redeem them for $ off coupons right away?

Every time I go to a new GS, employees are always shocked by how many points I have. Sometimes they even say it out loud like HOLY COW and tell everyone in the damn store. Not the first time this has happened but its getting quite annoying...

I think someone else posted something similar happening to him lol
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I have about 76.5K points now thanks to getting two B1G1 coupons, but I just tell shocked employees that I'm saving them for special weekly coupons.

 
jmanereese said:
So if I find a 99 cent game and trade in $100 worth of games I will still get my whole $100 doubled even tho I only.buy a 99 cent game?
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It would be 50 percent, meaning 50 dollars, but yes, you should. Should be the optimal word. Some employees like turning you down.

 
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my "saved" for the year is $500 range with lifetime points being a bit over 200k.

tried to do a trade at a store after just doing a b2g1 at another store.  got hit with a refurb due to scratches (wasn't that bad). guy was they need to resurface it since it won't work.  guess that means the other store sold me a disc that won't read!   now I'll have to find a copy and switch it out.

 
jmanereese said:
Thanks I have 2 copies of beyond 2 souls will they be dixxxx taking in 2 copies? From pearland tx btw
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If you try to trade them both in at once, most likely. I recommend splitting them across two transactions, either by going to the store on different days or after employees have changed shifts.

 
Well I may be getting the same bs thing people trying to order the WindWaker HD Exclusive edition were with the website, either that or it has banned me from there as well... wtf.

 
Prison Mike said:
Is there anyone else that has like 100K PUR points saved up or do most of you guys redeem them for $ off coupons right away?

Every time I go to a new GS, employees are always shocked by how many points I have. Sometimes they even say it out loud like HOLY COW and tell everyone in the damn store. Not the first time this has happened but its getting quite annoying...

I think someone else posted something similar happening to him lol
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I usually use my points right away, but I had about 50K before I started Pokeflipping now I'm down to about 40K.

I've never had anyone remark on how many points I had, but they always make mention of how much I've saved for the year so far. The other day I bought a couple games on the PUR account that I set up for my wife, and the employee told the whole store that I've saved over $900. I almost told him that he should see my account haha.

 
Prison Mike said:
Is there anyone else that has like 100K PUR points saved up or do most of you guys redeem them for $ off coupons right away?

Every time I go to a new GS, employees are always shocked by how many points I have. Sometimes they even say it out loud like HOLY COW and tell everyone in the damn store. Not the first time this has happened but its getting quite annoying...

I think someone else posted something similar happening to him lol
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I have 80K, and nobody says anything about mine. Then, again, I usually frequent the same store most of the time, so they're used to it. They've been watching it grow just as I have.

Also, I bought 4 sets of B1G1 Wii/DS games, and nothing is updated on my account. Maybe when I trade them in. I've saved $440 apparently this year. I've only been a member for three months...so is that $1700 of savings per year?!?!?

 
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Potatoechomper12 said:
How much is a preowned link's crossbow? I can't find it on the gamestop website.
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It's like 50 cents. Just tell the employee ringing you up that you're looking for a Wii game called "Link's Crossbow Training". The employees helping me had no trouble finding it in their drawers, although one or two were weirded out that I wanted one just to trigger the 50% bonus...

 
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ragingst0rm6 said:
It's like 50 cents. Just ask the employee ringing you up that you're looking for a Wii game called "Link's Crossbow Training". The employees helping me had no trouble finding it in their drawers, although a couple were weirded out that I wanted it...
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Or get the Xbox 360 game "Too Human" it is $0.89

 
ragingst0rm6 said:
It's like 50 cents. Just tell the employee ringing you up that you're looking for a Wii game called "Link's Crossbow Training". The employees helping me had no trouble finding it in their drawers, although a couple were weirded out that I wanted one just to trigger the 50% bonus...
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Wowzers! Thanks friends! :D
 
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Prison Mike said:
Is there anyone else that has like 100K PUR points saved up or do most of you guys redeem them for $ off coupons right away?

Every time I go to a new GS, employees are always shocked by how many points I have. Sometimes they even say it out loud like HOLY COW and tell everyone in the damn store. Not the first time this has happened but its getting quite annoying...

I think someone else posted something similar happening to him lol
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Im sitting on 147,799 right now. Hear the same from the new people working. The usual workers dont say anything.

 
Hemi said:
Or get the Xbox 360 game "Too Human" it is $0.89
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I bought that game to trigger the 50% bonus in one of my transactions. I think I might actually play it, haha. There's also a ton of sports games on the 360 that are $0.99 such as NHL 2K6, NBA Live 06/07, Madden NFL 06, Tiger Woods 06/07, among others.

 
KanchoRuri said:
I've gotten the member update twice after trading into locations that asked for ID in order to trade-in.
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Good call! I signed up for a second account a few days back and it said member update when I first logged into the PUR website. The GS clerk did ask for my ID when I bought it. It also changed to the current date when I updated the profile info

Meanwhile my original account has no such Member Update entry.

 
Prison Mike said:
Is there anyone else that has like 100K PUR points saved up or do most of you guys redeem them for $ off coupons right away?

Every time I go to a new GS, employees are always shocked by how many points I have. Sometimes they even say it out loud like HOLY COW and tell everyone in the damn store. Not the first time this has happened but its getting quite annoying...

I think someone else posted something similar happening to him lol
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Hoos First said:
Im sitting on 147,799 right now. Hear the same from the new people working. The usual workers dont say anything.
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Why are ya'll sitting(hoarding) on so many points? Lol if the system glitches ya'll down to 1 point! :whee:

 
ChunLiBarbie said:
Why are ya'll sitting(hoarding) on so many points? Lol if the system glitches ya'll down to 1 point! :whee:
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Im waiting on something I can turn into good money. Got some of those Assassins Creed flags last year that turned a good profit when they first came out. Also got 10 of the Stars Wars comics in May. Already got 8 of the B1G1 coupons too. Probably should use them up though.

 
ChunLiBarbie said:
Why are ya'll sitting(hoarding) on so many points? Lol if the system glitches ya'll down to 1 point! :whee:
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I meant to cash 150k of mine out on the life-sized ET... but wanted to let my pending transaction from the 3x birthday thing process. It sold out the next day :( I'm sitting on a little over 300k. I hope something really nice pops up.

 
Hoos First said:
Im waiting on something I can turn into good money. Got some of those Assassins Creed flags last year that turned a good profit when they first came out. Also got 10 of the Stars Wars comics in May. Already got 8 of the B1G1 coupons too. Probably should use them up though.
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Ah, yes. The Star Wars comic. Those are worth a bit.

dyeknom said:
I meant to cash 150k of mine out on the life-sized ET... but wanted to let my pending transaction from the 3x birthday thing process. It sold out the next day :( I'm sitting on a little over 300k. I hope something really nice pops up.
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:shock: Didn't know about the ET, but I damn sure would've gotten that, instantly, if I were you!

 
Dormin said:
Suprised by how many people live in the area. Used to live in League City moved to Ohio though. pretty cool
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So do you like Ohio or League City (Houston) more? :D

kickrockz713 said:
I'm pretty sure I've cleaned out your GS stores a couple times. :) I cleaned out every GS in Pasadena and in the Reliant Stadium area on Thursday. I just recirculated every thing.
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So that's why it was hard to find the Pokemon and ATK games. :(

 
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I'm pretty sure I've cleaned out your GS stores a couple times. :) I cleaned out every GS in Pasadena and in the Reliant Stadium area on Thursday. I just recirculated every thing.
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I am soooo glad that I am essentially alone up in Connecticut :) my gamestops are like a bountiful haven of games/deals. When they aren't BANNING me of course :)

 
strait edge follower said:
in kingdom hearts sepheroth always used to own me with one of his attacks called ”sin harvest angel”. when used it would bring your magic points to zero and you were left with 1 hit point
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Oh, lol. Traded the 3DS version of that game, twice. Gotta get around to playing the one I bought to keep. I'll beat that Sepheroth on the first try! :D

 
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Hemi said:
I am soooo glad that I am essentially alone up in Connecticut :) my gamestops are like a bountiful haven of games/deals. When they aren't BANNING me of course :)
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Thanks for the info, I'm moving there next month. It's time to share! Not really, though I should. It's getting dry over here.
 
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