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NEW THREAD: http://www.cheapassgamer.com/topic/334650-gamestop-trade-in-values-xxvi-values-available-on-ios-app-upcoming-50-bonus-with-coupon/

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)

None Currently.

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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If you trade in a ps4 for the white desinty bundle to get 50% extra credit, does the 50% apply automatically to the preorder or do we need an override?

 
Tmega said:
Yep had a dickhead manager tell me I had to put full amount towards destiny to get the bonus. What's dumb is if he would've just let me put the $5 on it I would have kept paying it off in increments until it was paid off, but now I'm just going to cancel and preorder at another store that will let me do so. I swear some of these fuck ers make you not even want to shop there
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Had this happen to me just now. Pre ordered Super Smash Bros and the person checking me out was about to put $5 of my trades toward it when some other jackass working says "no it has to be the full trade amount to get the promo".

We argued back and forth and I told him no, she (the cashier) is right I only need to put $5 toward it. He must have been training her or something because she asked me if we should just try it and see and I said yep. Then he tells her no not to do it. At that point I just said ok put it all toward the game, and asked for douche bags name and employee number. So I'll be filling out a survey and cancelling that preorder. Unbelieveable. I really do wonder what the motivation is to argue so much with a customer.

Same damn store I always have problems with. Sigh.

 
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Fatpeoplestink said:
He is a gamestop employee not a state trooper. Lol!!!


You sound like a brat
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This is true and I even thought about that when asking for his info lol. I had to though since some girl was the one doing the actual transaction and you normally get the info for the survey off the receipt.

Anyway, lovely name, and yeah I absolutely am a "brat" if that's what you want to call it when I have to put up with their bullshit so often. I had gone to another gamestop less than an hour before and had no problem paying off the full amount on another pre order. It's just the point that he interjected to argue that really ticked me off. Whatever. /butbuthestartedit!

 
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Fatpeoplestink said:
He is a gamestop employee not a state trooper. Lol!!!


You sound like a brat
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He's a brat because some retail manager/supervisor got his panties in a bunch, lied to the customer, then told his trainee improper procedure, AND to not check if it was wrong? Dude was probably a bit pushier than needed, but some people need to be smacked upside the head at times, it seems.

 
Lil Frier said:
He's a brat because some retail manager/supervisor got his panties in a bunch, lied to the customer, then told his trainee improper procedure, AND to not check if it was wrong? Dude was probably a bit pushier than needed, but some people need to be smacked upside the head at times, it seems.
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I like you, good music taste and most of your post are filled with common sense. :)

 
YMMV On only putting 5 dollar deposit to get the promo.

I think Its up to the manager and what the district manager wants enforced. In my store it has to be the full value. Just don't go to that store, plain and simple, we are just following directions and what our bosses tell us.

Thank You
 
Just curious, anyone know if Gamestop would do the 50% trade in toward a PS4/XBOne on a PS4 traded toward a white PS4 preorder?

 
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Lil Frier said:
Yeah, you take that thing to Best Buy ASAP, where it's sitting at $16.00 base.
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I pretty much already knew that, do you think I give a shit?

I just wanted a little extra to preorder, I am going on vacation out of the country and don't have time to go wait 40 minutes for some peasant worker like you to trade stuff in.

 
Megamania said:
I pretty much already knew that, do you think I give a shit?

I just wanted a little extra to preorder, I am going on vacation out of the country and don't have time to go wait 40 minutes for some peasant worker like you to trade stuff in.
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I have never worked retail, was trying to help, and am glad to see your ability to be a total clown of the rear is forum-wide.

 
Megamania said:
Do you just sit on the internet all day and argue.

Internet warriors
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For the sake of argument, did I make an argument at any point in this back-and-forth? I feel like I just stated a couple of facts and told you I was glad you were leaving.

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Megamania said:
I pretty much already knew that, do you think I give a shit?

I just wanted a little extra to preorder, I am going on vacation out of the country and don't have time to go wait 40 minutes for some peasant worker like you to trade stuff in.
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I actually just saw it as him trying to help. Your overreaction was what started this.

 
Megamania said:
Can you help me figure out how to put you on ignore please?
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I looked, didn't see anything. I know how to on other forums, but I don't think it's a feature here (though this forum seems to be the best-made forum I've been on).

I suppose you could try reporting me (bottom-right of the main profile page), but I don't think that really solves your issue.

 
Lil Frier said:
I looked, didn't see anything. I know how to on other forums, but I don't think it's a feature here (though this forum seems to be the best-made forum I've been on).

I suppose you could try reporting me (bottom-right of the main profile page), but I don't think that really solves your issue.
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Nah I didn't dude. I'm just playing lol.

Get over it guys lol.

I am here to help :)

Or at least try to

 
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Well if anyone is trying to ignore. You just click on on Your Username and then Ignore Settings. And type in the username there of who you want to ignore. For future reference.

 
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Stellar Inertia said:
Well if anyone is trying to ignore. You just click on on Your Username and then Ignore Settings. And type in the username there of who you want to ignore. For future reference.
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Good to know, though an odd way to go about (some people put weird characters in forum names). The WPCentral forums just have you go to the person's profile, then there's an "Ignore Person" button on the left side.

 
Thinking about using my Microsoft store credit I recently acquired and purchasing a new XBONE and then flipping it in to gs for a new ps4. With the extra 50%, is it still coming out around 394 bucks or so for the trade in?
 
loc0bob said:
Thinking about using my Microsoft store credit I recently acquired and purchasing a new XBONE and then flipping it in to gs for a new ps4. With the extra 50%, is it still coming out around 394 bucks or so for the trade in?
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If it's with kinect yeah , they're not accepting them without it yet
 
mcginnis said:
They ARE accepting them without it. I traded two in without it a couple days ago. 265 base with, 250 without kinect.
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So that's 375 with extra 50% then right? That's not too bad I'd have to come up with the extra few bucks tho but I think I want a ps4 over XBONE right now.
 
My dual shock 4 controller has a tiny rubber piece missing on the left thumb stick and I'm wondering if there a refurb fee for that ? I really want the destiny bundle. Already have x1 and gaming PC so there's really nothing else I want aside from that
 
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