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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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desertsniper said:
I wouldn't recommend CANCELLING PRE ORDERS. This often will get your name brought up to a District manager or LP and get your trade account put in trouble. Your hurting the employee working, even though you don't care they do and do have the Power to get your account banned, A lot of stores WILL MAKE YOU PUT ALL towards the pre-order.
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You sound like a gamestop employee who is tired of not meeting their quota
 
Pretty sure the guy was just saying that when they have a PRE-ORDER promotion for additional credit, if you put it on a pre-order then cancel it quickly just for the credit boost it looks poorly on your part.

The promotion was actually made so that you get extra for trading towards any of the games coming out.. Gamestop isn't doing it so you can get $4 extra trade credit to put towards flipping, etc...

Also, there is no pre-order "quota"

 
Trade, from February 3:

Xbox 360  :360:

Fallout 3: Game of The Year Edition - $3 (2/3/14)

 
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Potatoeman said:
Pretty sure the guy was just saying that when they have a PRE-ORDER promotion for additional credit, if you put it on a pre-order then cancel it quickly just for the credit boost it looks poorly on your part.

The promotion was actually made so that you get extra for trading towards any of the games coming out.. Gamestop isn't doing it so you can get $4 extra trade credit to put towards flipping, etc...

Also, there is no pre-order "quota"
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Lies.

Why keep it tracked in the books then, along with PUR subs.
 
Potatoeman said:
Pretty sure the guy was just saying that when they have a PRE-ORDER promotion for additional credit, if you put it on a pre-order then cancel it quickly just for the credit boost it looks poorly on your part.

The promotion was actually made so that you get extra for trading towards any of the games coming out.. Gamestop isn't doing it so you can get $4 extra trade credit to put towards flipping, etc...

Also, there is no pre-order "quota"
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Why should people be scolded for creativity?

 
Stellar Inertia said:
Nah he just sounds like someone who traded in 32 copies of Black Ops 2 within two months and got banned. Now he really hates GS lol.
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Having MANY friends who work for Gamestop. The employees are based on CERTAIN factors. Pre Orders, Power Up Sign Up and Surveys. When a preorder is cancelled on your shift that is bad for the person who it happens to. This can results in LOSS of Hours, or termination. Many Employees if they are not a MGR will only get 5-15 hrs per week in a store. And the only one who gets 40 hrs is the GM of the store. Ask ANY employee in the company. Store Managers will even TELL PEOPLE they are NOT ALLOWED to cancel preorders or if they finally give in and let them cancel, they ring it up under an employees name and not their own. I have witnessed this. of course we all know this is NOT TRUE. It can be cancelled at anytime, but a 35 yr MOM with her kids isn't going to even know that and keep her preorder.

I HAD 1 of the LONGEST RUNS as far as FLIPPING goes and the only person who beat me on here was probably Hoarder (now under different name), with his 7k in 1 month IPAD flip. After numerous CALLS into gamestop it was INFACT at a particular store that I didn't visit much that MADE A CALL in corporate gamestop, and said I TRADE TO MUCH and that I"AM A DEALER and take advantage of the system. I would never pre order any games with them, and always buy VALUABLE games like Metroid Trilogy, etc.

I had flipped 32 copies of black ops prob 1 year before this happened so it wasn't that.

My Point is I'am trying to warn People on Here it is WISE to build a good relationship with the gamestop employees, if you make them mad and cancel pre orders on a REGULAR BASIS there is a GOOD CHANCE that they could make a call on you and get you PERM banned.

And a ASST MGR OR STORE MGR def will. Gamestop has made it a point in conference calls to mgrs that any kind of DEALER related transactions or taking advantages of trades is reason to get a ban hammer. So better to LOSE $5 then get banned, because GOOD DEALS will return in the future.

Also there have been people on the board that are not allowed to return items anymore because of returning items on the trade 2 promo, something that was probably the result of a store mgr catching onto what they are doing and made a phone call to corporate.

The Term JR DETECTIVE used on here is a VERY TRUE STATEMENT, I mean lately the stores have been SO SLOW they have nothing better to do...lol

 
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They have seemed more desperate for preorders at the local GS. One guy was practically begging me not to cancel and another guy threatened me with banning. I'm not sure if it was from preordering or from anything.

 
matrix9280 said:
They have seemed more desperate for preorders at the local GS. One guy was practically begging me not to cancel and another guy threatened me with banning. I'm not sure if it was from preordering or from anything.
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Probably because they're out of the holiday period and back to getting judged more harshly.

 
StryderOmega said:
Lies.

Why keep it tracked in the books then, along with PUR subs.
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They marginally keep track of it to determine how successful employees are at selling them, but there is no "quota". The more an employee gets the better it looks on them. Getting fewer is worse, but it usually does not determine anything unless they're being a shit employee in general and management is watching them. It's like any other retail store in that thought.

Also, I severely doubt people are getting threatened with bans for cancelling a pre-order unless they're shitty and are trying to abuse/exploit multiple gamestops.

 
being gamestop i find this a fitting statement 

i'd sell my soul for a 3/5/7 deal

 
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Just as an update - 2/3/2014

Xbox 360 Slim Adapter - 24

Xbox One Adapter - 30

And the language has changed on the trade-in deal, at least at my Gamestop's flyers. Full amount has to go towards the pre-order. The website doesn't mention that, but any competent employee will know where to look on the flyer (and we should definitely honor that).

That's not an issue since you can move it around or request store credit, but it's a thought.

 
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Does the 50% trade in usually happen around end of summer (beginning of school I guess) or after holidays as with this past December?

I'm guessing there's some strategy to it. People want to trade in stuff to buy stuff during the holidays or for their new toys. What about end of summer?

I mean they'll probably tank the tivs before anyways so I don't know why I'm waiting...
 
Potatoeman said:
They marginally keep track of it to determine how successful employees are at selling them, but there is no "quota". The more an employee gets the better it looks on them. Getting fewer is worse, but it usually does not determine anything unless they're being a shit employee in general and management is watching them. It's like any other retail store in that thought.

Also, I severely doubt people are getting threatened with bans for cancelling a pre-order unless they're shitty and are trying to abuse/exploit multiple gamestops.
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:rofl:

 
mpaullin said:
:wiiu: Assassin's Creed 4- $15 (phone quote)
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wait so it 12 bucks cash? I have never traded for cash or w/o my PUR before. If I don't need an id to tradein w/ PUR, do I need an ID to trade for cash if I don't use my PUR?

Or is ID required for all cash tradeins?

 
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nixmahn said:
wait so it 12 bucks cash? I have never traded for cash or w/o my PUR before. If I don't need an id to tradein w/ PUR, do I need an ID to trade for cash if I don't use my PUR?

Or is ID required for all cash tradeins?
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you need an id for all cash trade ins

 
checkitoutnow_funkrubber said:
And the language has changed on the trade-in deal, at least at my Gamestop's flyers. Full amount has to go towards the pre-order. The website doesn't mention that, but any competent employee will know where to look on the flyer (and we should definitely honor that).

That's not an issue since you can move it around or request store credit, but it's a thought.
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Hasn't it always said that?

And I forgot to mention a couple quotes from two-three days ago:

:wii: Deepak Chopras Leela - .40

:ps3: Nascar 2011 - 7

 
Are GameStop $off new PUR coupons like Best Buy.........where if it's $4.99 and you have a $5 cert it won't go through? Wondering because the item's going to be a penny short.

 
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ChunLiBarbie said:
Are GameStop $off new PUR coupons like Best Buy.........where if it's $4.99 and you have a $5 cert it won't go through? Wondering because the item's going to be a penny short.
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Fortunately they don't work like BB certs, They wont give you a penny back either. You just walk away with your merch and a receipt.

 
Do we still get 50% extra trade in coupon if I renew PUR membership?  I"m thinking about trading in Xbox one and 50% extra would be nice.

 
[quote name="Fatpeoplestink" post="11503713" timestamp="1391637822"]You deserve what you get. Why did you buy it in the first place? Lol!!![/quote]what does this even mean, Fatpeoplestink?
 
I'm looking to take advantage of the 40% bonus when trading towards the Southpark game coming out next month... No idea where to start looking, but would rather not pay full MSRP for this one. Any good current trades?

 
I did a trade 2 yesterday at my local Gamestop and picked up a new copy of DOA5 Ultimate now that it's down to $21.99, (also used a $5 PUR coupon to bring it to $16.99 but don't think that matters) and was charged sales tax on the game even though it was paid off in full with the credit from the trade 2. Gamestop was located in Washington state and I've done many trades at this specific Gamestop before without being charged tax on trade credit purchases.

The taxable total on the receipt was $16.99 btw so the full price of the game was taxed.

Seems things might be changing in the Pac NW. At least the Hawks are champions.

 
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Are GameStop $off new PUR coupons like Best Buy.........where if it's $4.99 and you have a $5 cert it won't go through? Wondering because the item's going to be a penny short.
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I haven't personally tried but the wording indicates that you just won't get anything over the value back so it should work.

 
Matrix said:
I'm looking to take advantage of the 40% bonus when trading towards the Southpark game coming out next month... No idea where to start looking, but would rather not pay full MSRP for this one. Any good current trades?
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I'd wait about 3 months and it will probably be $40 or less.

 
DemonsMaster said:
I did a trade 2 yesterday at my local Gamestop and picked up a new copy of DOA5 Ultimate now that it's down to $21.99, (also used a $5 PUR coupon to bring it to $16.99 but don't think that matters) and was charged sales tax on the game even though it was paid off in full with the credit from the trade 2. Gamestop was located in Washington state and I've done many trades at this specific Gamestop before without being charged tax on trade credit purchases.

The taxable total on the receipt was $16.99 btw so the full price of the game was taxed.

Seems things might be changing in the Pac NW. At least the Hawks are champions.

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Wow thanks for letting me know, I wanted to pick up DOA5U and this seems like a good enough price for me. Especially since I have a gift card from X-mas I can use.

 
DemonsMaster said:
I did a trade 2 yesterday at my local Gamestop and picked up a new copy of DOA5 Ultimate now that it's down to $21.99, (also used a $5 PUR coupon to bring it to $16.99 but don't think that matters) and was charged sales tax on the game even though it was paid off in full with the credit from the trade 2. Gamestop was located in Washington state and I've done many trades at this specific Gamestop before without being charged tax on trade credit purchases.

The taxable total on the receipt was $16.99 btw so the full price of the game was taxed.

Seems things might be changing in the Pac NW. At least the Hawks are champions.
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tax on game credit purchases in wa actually happened back in nov or so. something bout some bill got passed and now its the law.

 
nextisland said:
I got both xbox one and ps4 they're pretty much the same thing. Fanboys like you disgust me
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You seem really angry. Lol. If they are the same why get both? Also...my comment was directed to the quoted poster with intent to say if you paid $500 for something literally a few months old and now you are struggling to get close to what you paid then maybe you shouldn't have bought it to begin with? Hence the you get what you deserve comment. Way to assume I meant anything about being a fanboy. Lol!!! Expand your mind and look at other stuff on the nets. Get out more.
 
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