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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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Question. I pre-ordered Titanfall after trading some stuff in taking advantage of the 40% trade in bonus. I'm gonna end up picking it up from another Gamestop tonight. My question, if I go to cancel my reservation will I get back the full $48 I got or will they take off the bonuses I got from the trade in

 
Prison Mike said:
SOTW coupon for this week


$10 Extra Credit When you Trade a New Gen Game
Steal of the Week! Get $10 extra in-store credit when you trade any new gen game, from Monday, March 10, through Sunday, March 23. That bonus alone is enough to buy one of hundreds of pre-owned games. Get your coupon now for only 5,000 points, it’s only available until Sunday, March 16!
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Any one try more than one game? It says "a" game, so I'm assuming its limited to the $10

 
Guzzy said:
Question. I pre-ordered Titanfall after trading some stuff in taking advantage of the 40% trade in bonus. I'm gonna end up picking it up from another Gamestop tonight. My question, if I go to cancel my reservation will I get back the full $48 I got or will they take off the bonuses I got from the trade in
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you'll get back whatever you paid off of it. nothing deducted.

 
Tmega said:
It's suppose to but let me know how that goes last week I wasn't able to use three coupons on one item only 2 would apply and this was with a manger trying over and over to do it for me. He then told me they sent out a email to only allow one coupon per item, so I'm just guessing but I think the system might be cracking down on it. If you want give it a try maybe it was just a system glitch or something that day I went in, but I have seen others reporting similar stories.
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hmm...in that case maybe I will just use a $50 and $5 coupon then (all I have points for) and play it safe.

 
GamerDude316 said:
hmm...in that case maybe I will just use a $50 and $5 coupon then (all I have points for) and play it safe.
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That'll be the best option also it will help test if two coupons could be used on one item, the guy above said he couldn't get 3 to go on two items, but I got 2 onto one. So that would mean if those two don't work tomorrow they've been doing more work on the system and you would only be missing out on using the $5 off thats the worst case scenario but at least well know they are up to something
 
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Yea they just plugged my xbox in and began the reset process as i forgot for some reason lol. They did have a little tv back there to make sure it works tho. They were about to call a dm to make sure it was alright they were pretty hesitant even though it went through after i said to check again. It was more like a "f*** it who cares" type thing
 
Xbox 360 Wired Controller x 3 $14 each

Xbox 360 Wired Controller 3rd Party $9.50 

Chatpad x2 $3 each

Red Dead Redemption GOTY Xbox $360 $7

After Bonuses $90.30

They took a $3 Refurb Fee on the 3rd party controller because there was tape residue on it.  

 
anthonyd46 said:
Xbox 360 Wired Controller x 3 $14 each

Xbox 360 Wired Controller 3rd Party $9.50

Chatpad x2 $3 each

Red Dead Redemption GOTY Xbox $360 $7

After Bonuses $90.30

They took a $3 Refurb Fee on the 3rd party controller because there was tape residue on it.
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Burn their balls on the survey for that shit.

Half of their games, consoles, controllers have glue, tape, cum, shit, and puke on them.

At least my local store knows me well enough to not fuck me on trade ins, and if it looks like shit, they tell me up front before I leave.

 
burritoman said:
Burn their balls on the survey for that shit.

Half of their games, consoles, controllers have glue, tape, cum, shit, and puke on them.

At least my local store knows me well enough to not fuck me on trade ins, and if it looks like shit, they tell me up front before I leave.
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Exactly, I would take it home and take it to another GS

 
Electroplasm said:
I'm going to go trade in a ps4 and buy another ps4 due to the extra 50% promo. However, the current ps4 tiv is $344. $344 + 50% is $516. I doubt they are going to honor it but since I will be buying a ps4 in the same transaction does that mean that I pay nothing for the new ps4?

Also, since the 50% technically raises the tiv above what the ps4 would cost, would I have to pay tax on the ps4 or would the tiv + 50% take care of that too?

Someone please just tell me what I will actually have to pay for a new ps4 when trading in another ps4.
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Your not getting $516. Please read some of the thread or at least GS site.
 
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Electroplasm said:
I'm going to go trade in a ps4 and buy another ps4 due to the extra 50% promo. However, the current ps4 tiv is $344. $344 + 50% is $516. I doubt they are going to honor it but since I will be buying a ps4 in the same transaction does that mean that I pay nothing for the new ps4?

I'm grumpy and tired so I better let someone else handle this.

Also, since the 50% technically raises the tiv above what the ps4 would cost, would I have to pay tax on the ps4 or would the tiv + 50% take care of that too?

Someone please just tell me what I will actually have to pay for a new ps4 when trading in another ps4.
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Electroplasm said:
lol, i don't doubt that i missed something which is why my calculations come up funky. so what am i misunderstanding about the deal? i seriously want to trade in my ps4.

would they give me exactly $399.99 for my ps4 and then I only pay tax on the new ps4?
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fatmanforlife99 gives some good advice above.
 
For the umpteenth time...the $344 on GS site is including the 30% bonus. BASE value is $265. So if you do the 50% promo you get $397.50.

Are CAGS incapable of reading the previous page or two?
 
Today was a good day. Got the 277 VG PS4 from AWD. To my surprise, it was brand new. I swapped the new controller, took the headset, and redeemed the $10 credit thing. Traded in my 3DSXL to GS that I got for about the same amount from Cowboom and got more than enough to cover the Titanfall Xbox One bundle plus credit. 

I have gotten the PS2/Xbox, PS3/360, and PS4/XB1 so it looks like I'm not missing out any exclusives this generation. Sorry fanboys.

 
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GamerDude316 said:
For the umpteenth time...the $344 on GS site is including the 30% bonus. BASE value is $265. So if you do the 50% promo you get $397.50.

Are CAGS incapable of reading the previous page or two?
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There's also this thing called OP or 1st page where all of these questions are already answered.
 
anthonyd46 said:
Xbox 360 Wired Controller x 3 $14 each

Xbox 360 Wired Controller 3rd Party $9.50

Chatpad x2 $3 each

Red Dead Redemption GOTY Xbox $360 $7

After Bonuses $90.30

They took a $3 Refurb Fee on the 3rd party controller because there was tape residue on it.
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Thanks for the quote, going to take my extra pc controller I have in, didn't realize it was worth anything and it's been sitting on my drawer since I went wireless.

 
3/10

Fable Anniversary :360: - $15

Forza 4 :360: - $12

Need for Speed: Rivals :360: - $22

Grand Theft Auto 5 :360: - $17

Super Mario 3D Land :3ds: - $17

Pokemon X :3ds: - $17

Pokemon Soul Silver :ds: - $20

Need for Speed: Most Wanted(2012) :vita: - $7

 
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Didnt see it on the site or posted here, but apparently MGSV is part of the 30% promo, used it tonight to put credit toward Dark Souls.

Also base for South Park on PS3 is still 24$. Everything else matched the sites values

 
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Megamania said:
Do you guys think that the PS4's Trade-in Value will stay until thursday?

Thats when I am basically getting it.

I don't if I should choose 1 day shipping.
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It should. In fact, I talked to a GS employee who said the PS4's are still so rare in-stores that people are buying refurbished at retail price or more. Weird because I saw they are in-stock brand new on AMZN.

 
burritoman said:
Burn their balls on the survey for that shit.

Half of their games, consoles, controllers have glue, tape, cum, shit, and puke on them.

At least my local store knows me well enough to not fuck me on trade ins, and if it looks like shit, they tell me up front before I leave.
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Thank, I needed this post today.
 
Let me see if I have this correct -

The PS3 value is listed for $130.00 and that includes the 30% bonus. If I trade in my PS3 towards a PS4, Wii U or Xbox One, do I get the extra 50% bonus based on the $130.00 price or the $100.00 base price? In other words, would I get $180 or $195?

Is this correct?

 
dan77733 said:
Let me see if I have this correct -

The PS3 value is listed for $130.00 and that includes the 30% bonus. If I trade in my PS3 towards a PS4, Wii U or Xbox One, do I get the extra 50% bonus based on the $130.00 price or the $100.00 base price? In other words, would I get $180 or $195?

Is this correct?
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You would get $150.

 
Since nobody ever posted about trying, I tested whether the 15% off pur coupon was programmed correctly to not work on systems, and it is.
 
The gamestops in my area dont have any ps4's in stock,i wanted to trade in my used ps4 but all there saying i can do is order a bundle that i dont want and they will ship it to my house...........smh

 
sliqnes said:
The gamestops in my area dont have any ps4's in stock,i wanted to trade in my used ps4 but all there saying i can do is order a bundle that i dont want and they will ship it to my house...........smh
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I'm in the same situation, I'm thinking I'll just trade it in towards a Wii U, return the Wii U, get Kindle Cards, and order off Amazon once they're back in stock (saving about $25 of Sales Tax)
 
gundal_D said:
I'm in the same situation, I'm thinking I'll just trade it in towards a Wii U, return the Wii U, get Kindle Cards, and order off Amazon once they're back in stock (saving about $25 of Sales Tax)
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Really i've been seeing people talk about Kindle Cards what are they and how do i get them?

 
Has anyone recently used three different $xx off one Gamestop item coupons (NOT the used game coupon) in one transaction and seen the two lower-valued ones remain in your PUR account?

I plan on trading in a PS4 from AWD tomorrow towards a new PS4 for the warranty, and I'd also like to take advantage of the glitch where I use a $50, $25, and $10 coupon and only have the $50 coupon disappear from my account, but I want to be sure it still happens before potentially wasting PUR points.
 
Vigilante said:
Has anyone recently used three different $xx off one Gamestop item coupons (NOT the used game coupon) in one transaction and seen the two lower-valued ones remain in your PUR account?

I plan on trading in a PS4 from AWD tomorrow towards a new PS4 for the warranty, and I'd also like to take advantage of the glitch where I use a $50, $25, and $10 coupon and only have the $50 coupon disappear from my account, but I want to be sure it still happens before potentially wasting PUR points.
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I did it a week ago with no issues. Used the $50, $25, $10 & $5 on a PS4. Then I used the $25, $10 & $5 for a controller. I still have the $10 & $5 and I will probably buy another $25 to use them towards Infamous.
 
sliqnes said:
The gamestops in my area dont have any ps4's in stock,i wanted to trade in my used ps4 but all there saying i can do is order a bundle that i dont want and they will ship it to my house...........smh
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Give them a break, it's all they can do since they have no stock. If having to wait for shipping is that bad do the Wii U purchase/return for AZ GC thing then.

 
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TIVs from today:

Mario Kart 7 (3DS) $17
ESPN Sports Connection (Wii U) $6
ATK (DS) $0.15
Beastly Frantic Foto (DS) $0.30

Kinect for 360 w/o AC adapter $7.50
XB360 Charge Kit w/ Battery $3
XB360 Battery Pack $1
XB360 Charge Cable $1.50
XB1 Controller $27.50
 
TIV that I got:

COD:Ghost (PS3)$22(BASE)

UFC Undisputed 3 (PS3) $12(BASE)

Went to pick up Dark Souls and apparently they gave me the 30% trade in bonus. Thought it wasn't part of the new game trades but oh well, at least I'm happy that I got it for $20 and a few cents.

 
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sliqnes said:
I'm not sure about the Wii U purchase/return for AZ GC...what is this?
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Do the 50% trade towards a Wii U, keep it sealed, then return it the next day for the credit you paid and use said credit to buy Amazon gift cards so you can order your console from Amazon, which has to ship it to you anyway and if you like in a state w/o tax on store credit purchases then the tax avoidance point is mute.

 
MSUHitman said:
Do the 50% trade towards a Wii U, keep it sealed, then return it the next day for the credit you paid and use said credit to buy Amazon gift cards so you can order your console from Amazon, which has to ship it to you anyway and if you like in a state w/o tax on store credit purchases then the tax avoidance point is mute.
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Oh ok thanks for the info,so i can buy the Amazon gift cards from Gamestop?

 
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