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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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The following are TIVs (base value) from today 2/6:

Xbox 360 

Superman Returns :  $2.00

Bee Movie:  $1.50

Bionicle Heroes:  $0.30

Avatar:  Burning Earth:  $2.50

Banjo-Kazooie Nuts & Bolts:  $2.00

Dirt:  $3.00

Open Season:  $2.00

Shrek The Third:  $2.00

The Godfather:  $2.50

Test Drive Unlimited:  $1.50

Spiderman Friend Or Foe:  $4.00

Hitman Blood Money:  $2.00

Cars Mater-National:  $3.00

Cars:  $3.00

Ace Combat 6:  $2.50

Spiderman 3:  $4.00

Bully Scholarship Edition:  $4.00

Beautiful Katamari:  $4.00

Need For Speed Carbon:  $5.00

Incredible Hulk:  $8.00

Spiderman Web Of Shadows:  $8.00

Simpsons The Game:  $8.00

Burnout Revenge:  $5.00

The Orange Box:  $8.00

Fuzion Frenzy 2:  $1.50

Xbox 360 wireless controller:  $12.00

Wii Sensor Bar: $2.00

Data transfer cable:  $4.00

Play & Charge Kit:  $2.75

Recharge battery pack:  $1.00

AC power cable (original 360):  $3.00

External HD 20GB:  $3.00

Component cable:  $2.00

They told me that you just have to pre-order one game from the list to get the extra 30% trade in credit.

 
YellowGameboyColor said:
Hmm is Gamestop getting a memo sent out to hire more attractive employees...because I s2g I saw the cutest chick at my GS today when picking up Nier. Damn thing didn't have a case or manual, but I bought it anyway LOL IM 18 AND LONELY HA HA HA
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It means economy is worse than people say it is. Means supply of sugar daddys are not enough to support the amount of available cute chicks and they must find work.
 
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I have to agree.  The girl that helped me today was hot.  The other female employee there looked good too.  I didn't care that it took awhile to trade in my games today.  

 
Correct me if I'm wrong, but I thought there was a Gamestop coupon trading thread somewhere...I looked in "Trading" section but didnt see anything. Can anyone be of assistance..thankis

 
st00ge said:
The following are TIVs (base value) from today 2/6:

Xbox 360

Superman Returns : $2.00

Bee Movie: $1.50

Bionicle Heroes: $0.30

Avatar: Burning Earth: $2.50

Banjo-Kazooie Nuts & Bolts: $2.00

Dirt: $3.00

Open Season: $2.00

Shrek The Third: $2.00

The Godfather: $2.50

Test Drive Unlimited: $1.50

Spiderman Friend Or Foe: $4.00

Hitman Blood Money: $2.00

Cars Mater-National: $3.00

Cars: $3.00

Ace Combat 6: $2.50

Spiderman 3: $4.00

Bully Scholarship Edition: $4.00

Beautiful Katamari: $4.00

Need For Speed Carbon: $5.00

Incredible Hulk: $8.00

Spiderman Web Of Shadows: $8.00

Simpsons The Game: $8.00

Burnout Revenge: $5.00

The Orange Box: $8.00

Fuzion Frenzy 2: $1.50

Xbox 360 wireless controller: $12.00

Wii Sensor Bar: $2.00

Data transfer cable: $4.00

Play & Charge Kit: $2.75

Recharge battery pack: $1.00

AC power cable (original 360): $3.00

External HD 20GB: $3.00

Component cable: $2.00

They told me that you just have to pre-order one game from the list to get the extra 30% trade in credit.
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just curious to how much you totaled in?

 
juke said:
just curious to how much you totaled in?
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The total was $173.67. Not great, but I didn't feel like trying to sell them on ebay. Going to buy three $50 amazon gift cards and add them to my balance - trying to buy an xbox one without spending any money out of pocket. Almost there!

 
paayter said:
dont give him the wrong info, the 25 is WITH the 10 dollar promo. there are three asterix next to the price, if you scroll down it says it includes the 10 dollars. so base is 15. he would get an extra 1.50 tho if he powerup rewards.
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My bad! I just never seen GS update their lists to include promo before.
 
I'm assuming the extra $10 for 'next-gen' titles negates the 30% bonus toward select titles,  yes ?

I'll just get whichever is higher; base+$10 or base+30%?

 
mmmmf.

i'll give my Battlefield to Best Buy then.

think I'll try to find a game to go with one of my NFS: Rivals so I can do the Trade 2 instead.

 
sladeums said:
I'm assuming the extra $10 for 'next-gen' titles negates the 30% bonus toward select titles, yes ?

I'll just get whichever is higher; base+$10 or base+30%?
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I was also wondering this; Dead Rising 3 trades in for $32.00 with the PUR and the extra $10. I wanted to trade this towards Titanfall; I don't then also get the extra 30%? That seems like misadvertising. I was expecting to get about $40 each for BF4 and Dead Rising 3

 
craigbezzle said:
I was also wondering this; Dead Rising 3 trades in for $32.00 with the PUR and the extra $10. I wanted to trade this towards Titanfall; I don't then also get the extra 30%? That seems like misadvertising. I was expecting to get about $40 each for BF4 and Dead Rising 3
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On the bottom of the offer it says it won't combine with other offers at the same time.. It says it directly in the ad -

"Offer only applies to Xbox One and PS4 games. 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 12/30/13 through 2/16/14."

Some trade promos used to stack, and sometimes the coupons do go through incorrectly for our benefit but a while ago the systems were changed and usually nothing stacks anymore.

Edit: The system always takes the best trade offer btw: it tries to give you the most credit when you do the trade-ins usually.

 
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Fine print says 3 coupons only but you can try it out to see if it works anyway.

The 3 coupons work at least.
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Oh so I can use 25, 10 & 5 and only the 25 will disappear right? I can reuse the 10 & 5? Also is it only on new item coupons or can this also work using the preowned?

 
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Went to trade in some more Xbox Slim AC Adapters and I got the trade in ban.  I'll call after work to figure out how long.  I know it was because I traded in 6 in January...

 
ZhengMaster said:
Oh so I can use 25, 10 & 5 and only the 25 will disappear right? I can reuse the 10 & 5? Also is it only on new item coupons or can this also work using the preowned?
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Yes. Yes. Works on preowned too.

You can save points by using the preowned coupon option. I never used those since we already have the bday coupon though.
 
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Hades79 said:
Went to trade in some more Xbox Slim AC Adapters and I got the trade in ban. I'll call after work to figure out how long. I know it was because I traded in 6 in January...
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The only thing they will tell you is if your ban is permanent or not permanent. They won't tell you how long it will last, when i called about my ban i got over a month ago the guy told me it could go from 2 months to 6 months but he said he couldn't tell me for sure. Also they may question you about some of your trade ins as well as they did with me, i just told them i got some of the games over black friday weekend.

 
When I got banned after the new update the associate in store was able to tell me the exact date I would be able to trade again I don't know if its still possible or if certain clerks just know how to check for you.As helldweller just said it would be pretty much useless to call the 1800 number
 
Silly Question, anyone tried changing their personal info and waiting 1 or 2 weeks for it to update, then open another account?

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nextisland said:
No silly , you buy a .49 new PC game than put the rest on the preorder.
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When you buy the .49 pc game do you then have to pay the 9.99 plus the .49 or is it you just pay .49? How much trade credit is left over after this, 49.51? Never done it before just want to know what I'm getting into.

 
kaos424 said:
When you buy the .49 pc game do you then have to pay the 9.99 plus the .49 or is it you just pay .49? How much trade credit is left over after this, 49.51? Never done it before just want to know what I'm getting into.
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So you net $50 trade in credit for your two games. In this case, you would pay $0.49+tax, and that would be subtracted from your $50 TI Credit, and the rest would be put on your PUR Card or a Gift Card.
 
2/7
:360: 360
Need for Speed : Rivals = $18

:pS3: PS3
LEGO Marvel Super Heroes = $18

Online stock check showed one copy of Bravely Default CE in a store near me.
When I called to inquire clerk said none were available, but then said, "yeah, I'll let you have my copy...we can only hold it for 2 hours." After telling him I wouldn't be able to get out of work that quick he agreed to hold for 6 hours instead.

Did the Trade 2 and clerk said he played the demo, liked it, but didn't think he had the time to invest in the game.
Thanks GameStop dude. He gets a good survey.
Good day.
 
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Concerning trade 2/ $10 extra PS4 & Xbone. I'm gonna be stopping by my local GS later on today trading in 4 games on the list: 2 PS4 (Killzone & Knack) and 2 PS3 (Assassins creed & GTAV). I was going to buy the cheapest game i can and put rest towards a pre-order.

1)Would i get more credit by trading in the 2 ps3 games and putting the rest towards a pre-order while trading in the 2 PS4 games with the $10 extra promo?

2) Or trading in all 4 with the trade 2 promo?

Just asking ahead of time.

 
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I think I missed this before, how exactly does $10 extra with next-gen trade-in promo work right now?  Is it a coupon I can get online or just an active promo in-store?  Looking to trade in BF4 for PS4.  Thanks!

 
GamerDude316 said:
I think I missed this before, how exactly does $10 extra with next-gen trade-in promo work right now? Is it a coupon I can get online or just an active promo in-store? Looking to trade in BF4 for PS4. Thanks!
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It's just a in-store promo that will ring up automatically at the register. It's good until the 16th of this month.
 
kaos424 said:
When you buy the .49 pc game do you then have to pay the 9.99 plus the .49 or is it you just pay .49? How much trade credit is left over after this, 49.51? Never done it before just want to know what I'm getting into.
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That $9.99 is false information for the promo. It is essentially saying HEY! "You could get a new $60 game for only $9.99!" But in reality they could properly describe it as "Get $50 for two games on this list when you also buy a new game". They don't put THAT in bold, because they wan't more people to buy the new $60 games. They sell new games, people trade in 2 profitable games, and than they probably get the new game back in a trade eventually anyway.

I had just paid attention to the small print, and we quickly found the awesome ways to expl... I mean... use, the promo, to our advantage.

 
Hemi said:
That $9.99 is false information for the promo. It is essentially saying HEY! "You could get a new $60 game for only $9.99!" But in reality they could properly describe it as "Get $50 for two games on this list when you also buy a new game". They don't put THAT in bold, because they wan't more people to buy the new $60 games. They sell new games, people trade in 2 profitable games, and than they probably get the new game back in a trade eventually anyway.

I had just paid attention to the small print, and we quickly found the awesome ways to expl... I mean... use, the promo, to our advantage.
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That's fine, We will GET THEM BACK when the next IPAD flip happens...LOL

 
Got this PM a couple days ago from our regular Anonymous GameStop Employee and didn't see it, my bad on that. Heads up for the people in the thread:

Wanted to give a heads up on two things.

1. Bravely Default is shaping up to be Fire Emblem 2.0. We have 8 preorders for the game and got 9 copies in. Don't be surprised if you're forced to buy it digital if you want it day 1. I hope this isn't a precedent for the entire year as it was so annoying not having every major 3DS release (before Pokemon) last year for a month after it came out.

2. Starting tomorrow if you were planning to buy an XB1 w/tax refund, you can put a XB1 on layaway at Gamestop. It's only for XB1 and not PS4. Don't know the exact details on when it has to be paid off, etc. but terms are very similar to how it's handled for Christmas.
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Donut2922 said:
Yes. Yes. Works on preowned too.

You can save points by using the preowned coupon option. I never used those since we already have the bday coupon though.
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Yea, I was planning to use it towards a refurbished Wii U and a preowned iPad Mini so I could fully use the coupon. I think I saw a 20% or something off electronics for stow (maybe I'm making it up but thought i saw it coming up). Would all 4 coupons stack (considering getting this weeks sotw as well so maybe 5 coupons stack)?

Edit: Nvm found the page. No 20% off ugh. But can I apply this weeks sotw with 3 of the $ off item?

 
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Does the birthday coupon stack with the b2g1 pur coupon? Also, is it good for One used game or any within that transaction?
 
When you do the trade 2 for ATK, can you also buy used games in the same transaction and get the promotion to go through?

 
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