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NEW THREAD: http://www.cheapassgamer.com/topic/330257-gamestop-tivpromo-thread-xxv-30-extra-toward-select-games-3040-for-titanfallinfamous-second-son-more/

WHEN REPORTING TRADE-IN VALUES PLEASE POST BASE VALUES & SYSTEM IT IS FOR.

First post contains promo information & useful information and frequently asked questions. Second post has the values for games/hardware for Microsoft devices. Third post has the values for games/hardware for Nintendo consoles and the fourth post has the values for Nintendo handhelds. Fifth post has the values for games/hardware for Sony consoles and the sixth post has the values for Sony handhelds.

Instructions on finding games in the database and inputting the values from different sections can be found in my blog post here: http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/blog.php?b=14143. I would put the entire post in the thread but this is already kind of a large post.

WHEN POSTING VALUES:

Please try to follow the example below if possible. If you feel the need to use the system icons, please only use them once at and at the top of the list. Also always post the system it's for even if it's only on one system or the value will not get updated. I don't always know it and I'm doing these updates from work to keep them as updated as often as possible so I can't spend time searching for that info.

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Current Promotions/Information:

From GameStop employees on CAG:

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

Extra $5/$10 per game on XB1/PS4 games (Ends 4/6/14)
GameStop.com said:
Get an additional $5 in-store credit when you trade 1 PS4 or Xbox One game. Plus, get an additional $10 each when you trade in 2 or more PS4 or Xbox One games. Valid 3/24/14 - 4/6/14
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. Offer valid through 4/6/14.
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Extra 30% on Games/Accessories traded towards select games (Ends 4/28/14)
GameStop.com said:
Receive up to 40% extra in-store credit when you trade any games or accessories toward the following games:
  • Mario Kart 8
  • Watch_Dogs
  • Destiny
  • LEGO The Hobbit
  • Elder Scrolls Online
  • MLB 14 The Show
Valid 4/7/14 - 4/28/14
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Extra 30% on Media Player trades (Ends 4/28/14)
GameStop.com said:
30% Extra In-Store Credit when you Trade Any Media Player Valid 4/7/14 - 4/27/14
Offer not valid on cash trades. By trading your device you release GameStop from any claim relating to the product (including, but not limited to, loss of the device or its contents, any music, pictures, or other data stored on it.) Defective items may be eligible for trade at a lesser value. Offer good in the United States, Puerto Rico, and Guam only. Void where prohibited. Offer valid 4/7/14 through 4/27/14.
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Guaranteed $40 trade-in credit for Infamous Second Son (Ends 4/20/14)
GameStop.com said:
Guaranteed $40 In-Store Credit When you trade inFAMOUS Second Son on PS4 by 4/20/14. Valid 3/21/14 - 4/20/14
$40 value is net value after trade. Valid only toward PS4 versions. Offer valid only while new game is priced at $59.99. Not valid toward cash trades. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Defective items may be eligible 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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Guaranteed $30 trade-in credit for Titanfall (Ends 5/7/14)
GameStop.com said:
Guaranteed $30 In-Store Credit when you Trade Titanfall on Xbox 360 Valid 4/8/14 - 5/7/14
$30 value is net value after trade. Xbox 360 versions. Offer valid only while new game is priced at $59.99. Not valid toward cash trades. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Defective items may be eligible 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, 21,22,23,,

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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TheBiz said:
Wouldn't doubt it. What's stupid is that in the details of their own promotion they note that:

"If applicable, excess credit remaining after purchase will be returned to the customer in the form of in-store credit."

And yet I have never been more rudely told no at a retail store. Not only was I told no but the guy said I was cheating the system, even after I noted that by getting Gamestop Credit, Gamestop would be getting my money regardless just not right away. I don't know where they hire these overzealous employees (no offense to the good ones) but this is why I try to avoid Gamestop as much as possible.
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Why not buy a $60 game and return it..it might be more of a hassle but at least it avoids junior detectives
 
KnightOfTruth said:
They probably hired some executive in the company to monitor this site alone and see what everyone's raving about and then quickly close the loopholes -- at least that's what it seems like as of lately. ;)
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paying a guy in a suit and tie a 6 figure salary to surf CAG for deals. where can i sign up. :D
 
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Xbox One:

Need For Speed Rivals $20

Battlefield 4 $20

Call of Duty: Ghosts $20

Xbox 360:

Green Day Rock Band $0.75

Lego Rock Band $0.75

Rock Band 2 $0.25

Rock Band 3 $6

Scene It Box Office Smash $0.50

 
Bobby's Universe said:
Why not buy a $60 game and return it..it might be more of a hassle but at least it avoids junior detectives
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I actually brought that up and explained to the guy it would be same thing as just selling me a cheap game and giving me the rest on a gift card, that's when he shoved my trade ins back at me and basically told me to get out. I'll try not to be so forthright next time.

 
How does this trade 2 to get a new game for $10 work?  Can I dump 2 eligible games now for a preorder?  Looking to get that Tomb Raider definitive ed. for XB1 but it doesn't hit til 1/28.   Thanks!

 
No, you can't do preorders in that transaction, but you can buy / return for credit and then use the credit for the game of your choice.

 
GenoWhirl621 said:
No problem trading in xbox slim adapter today. Although the employee did scan a bar code on it which I have never seen them do before.

Xbox slim adapter: 26.40 $24
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The guy that scanned the bar code was just ringing up the item in the system. Instead of searching for the game/system/etc manually, you can just scan the barcode, which is much easier.

 
And the banhammer came down. Bam!!

Couldn't trade last night at Primary store, bummed because I found some Xbox One controllers at Goodwill that made a profit with the 30% bump.

 
GamerDude316 said:
Would you say that makes you....a Sad Panda?
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Bobby's Universe said:
Why not buy a $60 game and return it..it might be more of a hassle but at least it avoids junior detectives
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Indeed, hell I would buy a game and return it later to also get the feedback receipt to leave that sort of asshole some glowing feedback.

 
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I always crack up when I read about "junior detectives" some people on here encounter. Never encountered one on my dealings, yet was present when a friend encountered one whilst pokeflipping.

 
How long does it take for the buy 2 get 1 coupon to show up when you renew PUpro? It's been three days, not in a rush to use it just curious. Does it show up on the PUrewards site or in my email? Checked both. I don't remember from last year.                                                                                                                                                                    Never mind, It showed up in active offers on the PUrewards site.

 
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Gamestop ban me after I took advantage of Ipad trade in lol. WTF Anyone know the way to get around this ban ? Do I have to make new account to trade in now ?   Some guy call me and basicly tell me I can buy form them but cant trade anything.  

Help ?  :D

Advice ?

 
nonggame said:
Gamestop ban me after I took advantage of Ipad trade in lol. WTF Anyone know the way to get around this ban ? Do I have to make new account to trade in now ? Some guy call me and basicly tell me I can buy form them but cant trade anything.

Help ? :D

Advice ?
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You have to go into your preferred Gamestop location, find the manager on duty, and when he asks how he can help you, put one of your pointer fingers on his lips, wink at him and whisper "SHHHHH...I need to get out of this pesky trade embargo...can we work something out, nudge nudge wink wink...in private in the backroom???"

He will most likely take your hand and guide you to the back room. It should quickly become readily apparent to you at that point how to resolve the issue. You know what to do...

 
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You have to go into your preferred Gamestop location, find the manager on duty, and when he asks how he can help you, put one of your pointer fingers on his lips, wink at him and whisper "SHHHHH...I need to get out of this pesky trade embargo...can we work something out, nudge nudge wink wink...in private in the backroom???"

He will most likely take your hand and guide you to the back room. It should quickly become readily apparent to you at that point how to resolve the issue. You know what to do...
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thanks, so how you like it ? Big and juicy ?

 
karkyco said:
You have to go into your preferred Gamestop location, find the manager on duty, and when he asks how he can help you, put one of your pointer fingers on his lips, wink at him and whisper "SHHHHH...I need to get out of this pesky trade embargo...can we work something out, nudge nudge wink wink...in private in the backroom???"

He will most likely take your hand and guide you to the back room. It should quickly become readily apparent to you at that point how to resolve the issue. You know what to do...
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I think the best part is the image in your signature.

 
I got hit today. :( So how longs the trade ban? 1 year? Or FOREVER! :) Good thing my store knows my wife and doesn't give a shit.

I dont understand really. I only got the no cash ban once. Maybe its a cash value now?
 
Jaashuaa said:
I got hit today. :( So how longs the trade ban? 1 year? Or FOREVER! :) Good thing my store knows my wife and doesn't give a shit.

I dont understand really. I only got the no cash ban once. Maybe its a cash value now?
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From what i was told when i talked to a rep on the phone a few weeks ago, they told me the ban can last from 3 to 6 months but it just varies

 
karkyco said:
People keep asking for the cheapest "new" games at Gamestop for the trade 2 get $50 credit towards any new game, here's a link to all new games sorted from cheapest. Perhaps it can be added to the OP under the details for the trade 2 deal.

Note that not all prices may match up in store, but for the most part those online prices should be the same in store.

$.49 new games:

Warhammer 40,000

Outlaw Chopper

Bionic Commando

Warhammer Expansion

Lemony Snicket

SFIV

FEAR Expansion

$.99 new games:

ATK

2 Worlds Epic Edition
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I traded a trade2 today towards Leela for $.01! Suckas!

 
Jaashuaa said:
I got hit today. :( So how longs the trade ban? 1 year? Or FOREVER! :) Good thing my store knows my wife and doesn't give a shit.

I dont understand really. I only got the no cash ban once. Maybe its a cash value now?
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Seems like everyone is getting banned now. I got hit with the ban once which was removed after 30 days. I did several small trades after which went through fine. I tried a trade recently and got banned again. For how long? I hope its 30 days again lol

 
I wonder what the dollar amount threshold is before you get the ban notice. For you banned folks whats the trade estimate amount for the last 30 days roughly?
 
Donut2922 said:
I wonder what the dollar amount threshold is before you get the ban notice. For you banned folks whats the trade estimate amount for the last 30 days roughly?
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I know I had $1400 in one transaction in December. I was banned as of early this month. Haven't tried to go back in yet.

 
Zolor23 said:
I know I had $1400 in one transaction in December. I was banned as of early this month. Haven't tried to go back in yet.
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I forget which CAG said one of his friends that was a store manager said some memo stating that trades over $1,000 would be put on notice. Your story sounds consistent with that.

 
so in regards to the trade 2 for 50, does the system accept 2 copies of the same game? i read people talking about jr detectives saying no but does the register take them without a problem is my question.

 
BryanDGAF said:
so in regards to the trade 2 for 50, does the system accept 2 copies of the same game? i read people talking about jr detectives saying no but does the register take them without a problem is my question.
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Register takes them, but most stores won't. Two of the same title on same system at a time is against company policy and can get employees into trouble.
 
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Went to do the 2/$50 trade in with Pokemon platinum & pearl which I found at pawn shop for $7/each. Planned on buying ATK so I could keep the credit. Cashier was totally cool with it but this 'Jr Detective' said it wasn't allowed to buy ATK and keep credit - it had to be a $60 game. I pulled up promo on my phone to show them that yes I could but Detective wouldn't allow it.

Are you kidding me?? smh

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Drove down to the next store 5 mins away where I did the trade no hassles. Took the ticket, blacked out the cashier's name from the store, and went to the store that denied me and showed them the ticket. Jr. Detective didn't look too pleased.

 
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Went to do the 2/$50 trade in with Pokemon platinum & pearl which I found at pawn shop for $7/each. Planned on buying ATK so I could keep the credit. Cashier was totally cool with it but this 'Jr Detective' said it wasn't allowed to buy ATK and keep credit - it had to be a $60 game. I pulled up promo on my phone to show them that yes I could but Detective wouldn't allow it.

Are you kidding me?? smh

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Drove down to the next store 5 mins away where I did the trade no hassles. Took the ticket, blacked out the cashier's name from the store, and went to the store that denied me and showed them the ticket. Jr. Detective didn't look too pleased.
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You know they can still find out who it was just by looking at which store it was and the time...

 
thecobb8 said:
Went to do the 2/$50 trade in with Pokemon platinum & pearl which I found at pawn shop for $7/each. Planned on buying ATK so I could keep the credit. Cashier was totally cool with it but this 'Jr Detective' said it wasn't allowed to buy ATK and keep credit - it had to be a $60 game. I pulled up promo on my phone to show them that yes I could but Detective wouldn't allow it.

Are you kidding me?? smh

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Drove down to the next store 5 mins away where I did the trade no hassles. Took the ticket, blacked out the cashier's name from the store, and went to the store that denied me and showed them the ticket. Jr. Detective didn't look too pleased.
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Next time just buy a candy from them and burn them in the review. Or you could do it with a receipt, but I'm fairly certain if you buy the candy they will know what's about to happen :)

 
thecobb8 said:
Went to do the 2/$50 trade in with Pokemon platinum & pearl which I found at pawn shop for $7/each. Planned on buying ATK so I could keep the credit. Cashier was totally cool with it but this 'Jr Detective' said it wasn't allowed to buy ATK and keep credit - it had to be a $60 game. I pulled up promo on my phone to show them that yes I could but Detective wouldn't allow it.

Are you kidding me?? smh

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Drove down to the next store 5 mins away where I did the trade no hassles. Took the ticket, blacked out the cashier's name from the store, and went to the store that denied me and showed them the ticket. Jr. Detective didn't look too pleased.
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God you are nerdy.
 
thecobb8 said:
Went to do the 2/$50 trade in with Pokemon platinum & pearl which I found at pawn shop for $7/each. Planned on buying ATK so I could keep the credit. Cashier was totally cool with it but this 'Jr Detective' said it wasn't allowed to buy ATK and keep credit - it had to be a $60 game. I pulled up promo on my phone to show them that yes I could but Detective wouldn't allow it.

Are you kidding me?? smh

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Drove down to the next store 5 mins away where I did the trade no hassles. Took the ticket, blacked out the cashier's name from the store, and went to the store that denied me and showed them the ticket. Jr. Detective didn't look too pleased.
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Personally I would have just completed the transaction with the $60 game (making sure that said Jr. Detective was the one that rang me up, or at the very least gotten that employee's name) and returned it for credit later or at the other location. All the while being absolutely polite. And of course used the receipt to properly convey my grievance in the survey particularly with regard to Jr. Detective.

Since you went back and confronted the Jr. Detective, you should have at the very least brought along a glitter gun and pistol whipped the Jr. Detective with it a few times (kidding) and knocked over various magazine, guide, and game racks in a flurry of spin and roundhouse kicks (also kidding) then blasted him and the store with a glorious shower of glitter (kind of kidding). BLAM BLAM GO DA GLITTER GUN

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