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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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Have a 250gb limited edition 360 but want to get a Wii U. Do I do the $150 promo then buy a PS4 and ask to return the PS4 on the spot and buy the Wii U Martio Kart bundle for $330 then ask them to refund me the difference to a CC?

 
style_unseen said:
If you returned an item and used $off coupon, would you get refunded the coupon amount or just waste the coupon?
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Waste the coupon most likely.

Only way around it would be to use a gift receipt, but if you go back to the same store they can look up the original transaction.

 
jfh2c said:
Waste the coupon most likely.

Only way around it would be to use a gift receipt, but if you go back to the same store they can look up the original transaction.
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I was guessing; I used a $50 off, $25 off, $10 off, and $5 off on a PS4 and it shows I bought it for ~$310. Shoulda got a gift receipt.

Good news is the 25 10 and 5 coupons weren't used up. :D

I was hoping to use those coupons on a Wii U Pro controller and a wii remote plus controller. But I didn't want to risk losing the coupons.

Also, when are they gonna restock on the borderlands 2 vita bundle? I've been waiting for a couple weeks now on gamestop restocking them but none found within a 100 miles. :(

 
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I was guessing; I used a $50 off, $25 off, $10 off, and $5 off on a PS4 and it shows I bought it for ~$310. Shoulda got a gift receipt.

Good news is the 25 10 and 5 coupons weren't used up. :D

I was hoping to use those coupons on a Wii U Pro controller and a wii remote plus controller. But I didn't want to risk losing the coupons.

Also, when are they gonna restock on the borderlands 2 vita bundle? I've been waiting for a couple weeks now on gamestop restocking them but none found within a 100 miles. :(
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On the PS4, if you used credit and didn't pay tax, you could just trade it in for a Kinectless XB1 and return it without opening it (assuming you live in a state that doesn't charge tax on credit purchases). Even if you do pay tax that would be better than flat out returning it.

I think they probably underestimated demand on those BL2 Vita bundles. I think they did the same thing on the MK8 Wii U bundle, and I'm hoping they restock some this week. I had bought a used Wii U, and I love it now that there's some better games out ( had a launch system and never used it). I'm going to bite the bullet and buy one brand new with the coupon trick, then sell the old one on Craigslist.

 
I got a PS4 for an early fathers day present because they were at Meijer for $70 off, but after about 10 hours of use realized I wouldn't be able to use the PS4 controller due to the pain it caused due to nerve damage in my hands, so I went to GS and got $398 for it and ended up only paying $30 for the tax for an Xbox One.  With the Meijer savings I still ended up with $40 savings.  Thanks for the find on this on.  

 
06/15

Vita:

Batman Arkham Origins: Blackgate - $8

Unit 13 - $3

Jak & Daxter Collection - $6

Resistance: Burning Skies - $3

Tearaway - $3

Killzone Mercenary - $10

Little Big Planet - $3

Wipeout 2048 - $1

ModNation Racers - $1.50

Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time - $3

DS:

Pokemon Black - $14

Pokemon Black 2 - $15

3DS:

Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds - $17

Steel Diver - $.50

New Super Mario Bros 2 - $14

Wii U:

Mario Kart 8 - $27

Super Mario 3D World - $27

 
Snowball21 said:
06/15

Vita:

Batman Arkham Origins: Blackgate - $8

Unit 13 - $3

Jak & Daxter Collection - $6

Resistance: Burning Skies - $3

Tearaway - $3

Killzone Mercenary - $10

Little Big Planet - $3

Wipeout 2048 - $1

ModNation Racers - $1.50

Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time - $3
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Those Vita trade-in values sure look pathetic. I would have held some of them for the promos that give you extra based on the number of games you trade, etc.

 
The following value is as of 6/15.

:ds: Pokemon Black 2 - $15

Got $24 in total for it since my local store was running a 60% bonus during the weekend.

I have a question though; anyone know of credit movers to Best Buy other than Trials Fusion and Phineas and Ferb: Quest for Cool Stuff? My local store was out of both yesterday and I'd like to move my credit to Best Buy ASAP because of their 50% trade-in bonus going on right now.

Thanks in advance. :)

 
TheFreak123 said:
The following value is as of 6/15.

:ds: Pokemon Black 2 - $15

Got $24 in total for it since my local store was running a 60% bonus during the weekend.

I have a question though; anyone know of credit movers to Best Buy other than Trials Fusion and Phineas and Ferb: Quest for Cool Stuff? My local store was out of both yesterday and I'd like to move my credit to Best Buy ASAP because of their 50% trade-in bonus going on right now.

Thanks in advance. :)
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Angry Birds Star Wars and Monster High: 13 Wishes, both for Wii U.

 
WNYX585AM said:
Those Vita trade-in values sure look pathetic. I would have held some of them for the promos that give you extra based on the number of games you trade, etc.
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Vita trade in values are shit. Even brand new games are $15 or under. Any time I've gotten rid of a Vita game it's been on Amazon.
 
I ended up getting lucky I think. Brought my 360 and ps3 slim in, with a stack of games towards the ps4 for the $150 promo. The employee said that unfortunately both consoles wouldn't get the $150, he had a customer the day prior that was pissed off that it didn't work that way. He scans in my trade ins, tells me I have a $250ish base trade in. Then he grabs the ps4, scans it, and both consoles got the $150, so I was pretty pleased. Over all, I walked out with a ps4, a year of Plus, and put $5 on 2 different preorders, and only paid $10 out of pocket. 

 
opterasis said:
I ended up getting lucky I think. Brought my 360 and ps3 slim in, with a stack of games towards the ps4 for the $150 promo. The employee said that unfortunately both consoles wouldn't get the $150, he had a customer the day prior that was pissed off that it didn't work that way. He scans in my trade ins, tells me I have a $250ish base trade in. Then he grabs the ps4, scans it, and both consoles got the $150, so I was pretty pleased. Over all, I walked out with a ps4, a year of Plus, and put $5 on 2 different preorders, and only paid $10 out of pocket.
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Yeah, I went in yesterday and they said they could only give me $140 total for two fat 360s (one with a 250GB HDD and one without). He said that I might as well just trade in the one without a HDD for $100 and that only slims can get the $250.

 
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opterasis said:
I ended up getting lucky I think. Brought my 360 and ps3 slim in, with a stack of games towards the ps4 for the $150 promo. The employee said that unfortunately both consoles wouldn't get the $150, he had a customer the day prior that was pissed off that it didn't work that way. He scans in my trade ins, tells me I have a $250ish base trade in. Then he grabs the ps4, scans it, and both consoles got the $150, so I was pretty pleased. Over all, I walked out with a ps4, a year of Plus, and put $5 on 2 different preorders, and only paid $10 out of pocket.
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I thought that promo ended yesterday?
 
plus1zero said:
I thought that promo ended yesterday?
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I wouldn't be surprised if it was still running at some gamestops. A while ago there was a deal where you could trade in two used games for a $50 gift card. I tried the promo nearly 2 months after it officially ended (I didn't know it was over at the time) and it got through with no problem at my local gamestop.
 
Received an email that I am going to lose my PUR points if I don't buy or trade something today.   Can I just pre order something online to keep the points?  I guess I could stop at a store and get a $1 copy of Kinect Adventures or throw down a pre order. 

Anyone run into this? 

 
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Received an email that I am going to lose my PUR points if I don't buy or trade something today. Can I just pre order something online to keep the points? I guess I could stop at a store and get a $1 copy of Kinect Adventures or throw down a pre order.

Anyone run into this?
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Not personally but the fine print in the T&Cs say that if you don't buy or trade something within a 12 mo timeframe, your account could be cancelled.

 
Death by Kuvasz said:
I got a PS4 for an early fathers day present because they were at Meijer for $70 off, but after about 10 hours of use realized I wouldn't be able to use the PS4 controller due to the pain it caused due to nerve damage in my hands, so I went to GS and got $398 for it and ended up only paying $30 for the tax for an Xbox One. With the Meijer savings I still ended up with $40 savings. Thanks for the find on this on.
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Im kind of curious how did you 398 because when i traded my ps4 towards the destiny bundle i got about 344,which promo did you use?

 
GLOCKGLOCK said:
Received an email that I am going to lose my PUR points if I don't buy or trade something today. Can I just pre order something online to keep the points? I guess I could stop at a store and get a $1 copy of Kinect Adventures or throw down a pre order.

Anyone run into this?
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Doesn't doing the Xtra Points keep it going? I assumed it did, as long as there was SOME activity.

 
Jay said:
Im kind of curious how did you 398 because when i traded my ps4 towards the destiny bundle i got about 344,which promo did you use?
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you only got the 30% extra when you should have received 50% extra credit towards a new system. I'd take my receipt back and show them the 50% promo if I were you.
 
I tried to return my PS4 that I got from the $150 promo. I paid off the rest of the PS4 with cash, but when I tried to return it today they said they coul;d only send me a check. Is this true? Before I bought the PS4 I asked the gamestop workers about the return process and they said I'd get the $150 trade in credit as well as the cash I paid.

 
WhlozGaming said:
I tried to return my PS4 that I got from the $150 promo. I paid off the rest of the PS4 with cash, but when I tried to return it today they said they coul;d only send me a check. Is this true? Before I bought the PS4 I asked the gamestop workers about the return process and they said I'd get the $150 trade in credit as well as the cash I paid.
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They might not have the cash on hand to give you the rest. Which is why they would have to send you a check.
 
GLOCKGLOCK said:
Received an email that I am going to lose my PUR points if I don't buy or trade something today. Can I just pre order something online to keep the points? I guess I could stop at a store and get a $1 copy of Kinect Adventures or throw down a pre order.

Anyone run into this?
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just buy a game and return it. or just buy a 99 cent game and use it as a coaster lol
 
Anyone know if the 40% E3 trade in only works on pre orders or can it work towards UFC which comes out tomorrow so I can return it this weekend?
 
I tried to do the $100 trade credit on a 360 yesterday, but the only way they would have allowed it is if I bought a ps4 and returned it. Unfortunately it was almost closing time and I forgot my debit card at home.
 
cg8889 said:
Anyone know if the 40% E3 trade in only works on pre orders or can it work towards UFC which comes out tomorrow so I can return it this weekend?
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YMMV on this one, I had one manager say no and wouldn't scan the promo bonus barcode while at two other locations they were fine with it.

 
One other thing: does console trade ins work for E3 and get you 30%? I know it says something in the details about it not receiving the PUR bonus so I assumed that meant it did but was not positive.
 
cg8889 said:
Anyone know if the 40% E3 trade in only works on pre orders or can it work towards UFC which comes out tomorrow so I can return it this weekend?
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I got an email over a week ago that was UFC specific and it mentions 40% when trading games and accessories toward UFC. I can forward the email if you need it.

 
he would not let me trade my ps4 in for a destiny one. so I traded in for a new ps4 told him I wanted a new warrenty. drove to different gamestop and had success returning and pre ordering destiny

 
pittsnoggle said:
he would not let me trade my ps4 in for a destiny one. so I traded in for a new ps4 told him I wanted a new warrenty. drove to different gamestop and had success returning and pre ordering destiny
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I hope I don't have to go through the awkward phase of, "You're returning a PS4 for a new PS4??" and they just let me do it towards Destiny Bundle. Regardless, looks like it's been working out just fine for many of you, even if there are a few extra steps needed. I HAVE HOPE. That white bundle is all I need.

Then I want to throw this on the front of it LOL:

http://www.redbubble.com/people/doodlemarks/works/11295849-dreamcast-logo-design?p=sticker

Or if you really wanted to make that bad boy a "Destiny" PS4:

http://www.redbubble.com/people/rowanhm/works/10428804-destiny-logo-worn-black?p=sticker&ref=shop_grid

 
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