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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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Game1

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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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Mako1215 said:
Where is that 10% iOS bonus coupon??
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10% Extra Credit when you present this coupon with your trades
Valid 6/30/14 - 7/13/14

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DealSeeker2U said:
10% Extra Credit when you present this coupon with your trades
Valid 6/30/14 - 7/13/14
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Thanks for posting the coupon, would have been useful for me last night, but I'm sure it will help many others. I have android, my wife has iPhone. Two nights ago I tried trading cowboom PS4 and found out I had a trade ban. Not long ago I had my wife get a PUR Pro account, so last night we went to have her trade the PS4 while I waited in the car with our 2yo. She left her phone in the car because the battery was dying. While reading this thread, I found out about the coupon, downloaded the app on her phone, took a picture of the coupon with my phone, took the kid into the store and got the coupon to her before they finished the transaction. Turned a mediocre profit (console didn't come with a DS4, so had to buy a used one for $43 to do the trade) into a decent one.
 
Hey guys,

How does this work out for getting used/broken PS4 from Cowboom at $350 and getting only $240+50% (total=$360 credit) back from GS?.. you're still $40 short from getting a new PS4?

I maybe missing something here....

 
[quote name="DealSeeker2U" post="11891585" timestamp="1404403093"]10% Extra Credit when you present this coupon with your trades
Valid 6/30/14 - 7/13/14
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Thanks for that !
 
[quote name="cagfansub" post="11891968" timestamp="1404408164"]Hey guys,

How does this work out for getting used/broken PS4 from Cowboom at $350 and getting only $240+50% (total=$360 credit) back from GS?.. you're still $40 short from getting a new PS4?

I maybe missing something here....[/quote]
I paid $265 for ps4......
 
cagfansub said:
Hey guys,

How does this work out for getting used/broken PS4 from Cowboom at $350 and getting only $240+50% (total=$360 credit) back from GS?.. you're still $40 short from getting a new PS4?

I maybe missing something here....
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Cowboom had them before for $250+tax after coupon. There is the 10% bonus trade coupon that works on console trades and stacks with the 50% bonus at GS, and in some states purchases made with trade credit are not taxed (unfortunately I am not in one of those states).
 
the workers @ my gamestop were being douchebags,they didn't let me trade in my ps4 towards the destiny bundle.the dude was also hassling me about how the 10% coupon wouldn't work with the trade in.

 
cero5 said:
the workers @ my gamestop were being douchebags,they didn't let me trade in my ps4 towards the destiny bundle.the dude was also hassling me about how the 10% coupon wouldn't work with the trade in.
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Buy something cheap and burn that store with the survey.

 
I attempted to trade in my PS4 for a Destiny PS4 bundle and found out I am banned for trades, I am assuming from the Target ACIV and Ghost flips a couple weeks back, can I just create a new PUR account in my name or should I have my gf create one? Any input would be appreciated. Thanks guys!

 
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SukhShanti said:
I attempted to trade in my PS4 for a Destiny PS4 bundle and found out I am banned for trades, I am assuming from the Target ACIV and Ghost flips a couple weeks back, can I just create a new PUR account in my name or should I have my gf create one? Any input would be appreciated. Thanks guys!
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I know that feel bro :'(
 
Seems like a lot of folks have been getting banned. I wonder whether they have lowered the trade threshold or the folks fessing up to it just went batshit with trades.
 
This app is like the best thing ever. Going through the BL trying to find games with a decent TIV so I can start playing them. Checked Dirt 3 and saw $10 base and my eyes just lit up. So Dirt 3 weekend it is.
 
SukhShanti said:
I attempted to trade in my PS4 for a Destiny PS4 bundle and found out I am banned for trades, I am assuming from the Target ACIV and Ghost flips a couple weeks back, can I just create a new PUR account in my name or should I have my gf create one? Any input would be appreciated. Thanks guys!
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It comes down to wether or not your state IDs for trades regardless if it's for cash or trade credit. If they ID have your gf open it. If they don't you could open another acct. I have had 6 accts active before :D
 
Donut2922 said:
Seems like a lot of folks have been getting banned. I wonder whether they have lowered the trade threshold or the folks fessing up to it just went batshit with trades.
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I know I went overboard with the Target flips. I did at least 10x of each AC IV and COD: Ghosts in a matter of a few days at different GS stores.

ZenithRequiem said:
It comes down to wether or not your state IDs for trades regardless if it's for cash or trade credit. If they ID have your gf open it. If they don't you could open another acct. I have had 6 accts active before :D
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yep, they ID here in California, will set it up with under my gf's name, thanks for the input.

 
Just received my CowBoom PS4 which I will more than likely be trading in tomorrow assuming Gamestop is open (July 4th). Trading in for an Xbox One or brand new PS4, PS4 from CowBoom did not come with a Box or headset. Does anyone know if Gamestop gives you less trade in for no Box and Headset?

Also condition was better than expected, it was rated as a 5. Controller was brand new so were the cables. The PS4 did have like one or two scrapes on the corner and very fine scratches on top but I would easily rate a 7. Has anyone had any problems with Gamestop?

Finally can I just present the extra 10% coupon code on my phone, I know in the past they really don't like stacking coupons/offers so not sure how people got this to work

Thanks

 
Gamestop don't need your headphone. You only need the system, controller, ac cable, hdmi, and usb charge cable. I was able to get the 10% coupon to stack. Got $384 credit for my PS4.

 
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Just got my cowboom in as well. It was rated a 4 but I would give it a 7 or 8. Got hdmi cable, controller, power. Cord, system and box. Only thing missing was manual and the small mic. I might trade my mic in with it since I have Astro A40s.

Does anyone know if they count the Hdmi separate? I plan on trading it in and using the iOS coupon towards a no Kinect One and then returning it so I can get my credit back.
 
tears2040 said:
Just received my CowBoom PS4 which I will more than likely be trading in tomorrow assuming Gamestop is open (July 4th). Trading in for an Xbox One or brand new PS4, PS4 from CowBoom did not come with a Box or headset. Does anyone know if Gamestop gives you less trade in for no Box and Headset?

Also condition was better than expected, it was rated as a 5. Controller was brand new so were the cables. The PS4 did have like one or two scrapes on the corner and very fine scratches on top but I would easily rate a 7. Has anyone had any problems with Gamestop?

Finally can I just present the extra 10% coupon code on my phone, I know in the past they really don't like stacking coupons/offers so not sure how people got this to work

Thanks
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The headset is an extra, I think you get a few bucks additional for it, I have never traded a PS4 with scrapes on it, only very minor scratches, so I have no idea about that. Showing the 10% coupon on your phone to the GS clerk is fine

 
Mako1215 said:
Just got my cowboom in as well. It was rated a 4 but I would give it a 7 or 8. Got hdmi cable, controller, power. Cord, system and box. Only thing missing was manual and the small mic. I might trade my mic in with it since I have Astro A40s. Does anyone know if they count the Hdmi separate? I plan on trading it in and using the iOS coupon towards a no Kinect One and then returning it so I can get my credit back.
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The hdmi is not counted separate, so you need include it to get the full trade-value.

 
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DealSeeker2U said:
Don't know what will happen to this thread (maybe general GS promo and talk related thread) in light of values being out there for all to see but I would like to thank fellow CAGs for sharing some invaluabel info over the years in this thread that helped me a lot.

  • Fellow CAGs, thank you for posting your values here and sharing invaluabe info over the years with us (like the Bday coupons).
  • JP, thanks for your hard work and keeping values updated and sharing info from GS employees anonymously with us (promos and otherwise).
  • Hoarder, thanks for the info on the infamous coupon glitch and the new banning system.
  • Spooge, thanks for the info on the adapters in your breakdown on trading in system as parts (that inadvertently lead to folks going nuts over the TIV seeking them and flipping them and then getting banned).
  • Geco, thanks for the confirmation on the ipad flip stacking action last year.
  • Jaashua, thanks for your tidbits on flips (planning on doing one on a certain HDD with the ios coupon + best of e3 promo ;)).
I hope to have this thread around if for nothing else to have the info that the community shared such as when JP posted tidbits from his sources employed by GS and when other CAGs shared invaluable info (flips or otherwise like the 50% tier bonus weekends) with us. Thank you all of you. :)
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I agree and think we should still keep it. It helps in-case they don't add android support for a while, as well as the rumor deals that JP reports and all the information every member contributes. I appreciate all of JP's work. He's a great guy for all his efforts into his baby (this thread) and keeping it running over the years. This thread was the eventual reason I got into CAG. Helps a lot.

P.S. Thanks for the mention, unfortunately that glitch was my ultimate demise :( Got my parents iPads upgraded, so I guess that was a plus.

 
cero5 said:
the workers @ my gamestop were being douchebags,they didn't let me trade in my ps4 towards the destiny bundle.the dude was also hassling me about how the 10% coupon wouldn't work with the trade in.
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Buy $.99 game. Fill out survey while in store.
 
Donut2922 said:
Seems like a lot of folks have been getting banned. I wonder whether they have lowered the trade threshold or the folks fessing up to it just went batshit with trades.
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well, it depends on if you think trading 9 copies of assassin creed iv ,and call of duty ghost on every different platform possible within the span of less than one week batshit.

 
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Geco17 said:
I agree and think we should still keep it. It helps in-case they don't add android support for a while, as well as the rumor deals that JP reports and all the information every member contributes. I appreciate all of JP's work. He's a great guy for all his efforts into his baby (this thread) and keeping it running over the years. This thread was the eventual reason I got into CAG. Helps a lot.

P.S. Thanks for the mention, unfortunately that glitch was my ultimate demise :( Got my parents iPads upgraded, so I guess that was a plus.
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That glitch promo will live in infamy. :drool: That glitch made my Xmas via Amazon cards so many thanks to you.

Were you perma banned like Eld (name on list) or banned by system? If it is the latter then chances are you have been unbanned since someone else who was banned around that time has been unbanned as of last month.

 
I traded in a handful of stuff tonight and asked the person working about the e3 promo and she said it was still going on.  She scanned all my stuff and scanned a barcode and gave me the 30% bump without actually preordering anything.  Add the 10% bonus coupon and that was that.

 
What's with all the talk of this thread being useless now.  Isn't this app just a smartphone app?  Not everyone has a smart phone (although at this point most people probably do) and then there's us Windows phone users left out in the cold with no GS app AFAIK.  I hope this thread continues on and people keep reporting TiV's.

7/3

Xbox One

Dead Rising 3 - $17

X360

Borderland GOTY - $7

 
DealSeeker2U said:
That glitch promo will live in infamy. :drool: That glitch made my Xmas via Amazon cards so many thanks to you.

Were you perma banned like Eld (name on list) or banned by system? If it is the latter then chances are you have been unbanned since someone else who was banned around that time has been unbanned as of last month.
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No problem. I loved that glitch, was able to get an iPad 4 from an iPad 2 for only $50 and a one for one trade for a 4 for an air. Great times :D

I might have been perma banned only because I could not trade for a while and it was with an ID. I haven't tried in 3 months, so I'll see again. I did get a fluke trade and then could not again, but I'm fine with my bro doing it for me as all I have to do is research ;)

 
Geco17 said:
I agree and think we should still keep it. It helps in-case they don't add android support for a while, as well as the rumor deals that JP reports and all the information every member contributes. I appreciate all of JP's work. He's a great guy for all his efforts into his baby (this thread) and keeping it running over the years. This thread was the eventual reason I got into CAG. Helps a lot.

P.S. Thanks for the mention, unfortunately that glitch was my ultimate demise :( Got my parents iPads upgraded, so I guess that was a plus.
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You forgot to mention there's no WP app! More reason to keep it around!

 
The Buffmuffin said:
Just letting everybody know, the Gamestop app updated on my iphone and now it has ALL the trade in values for everything.

Just FYI

Very handy when comparing trade values to say best buy and such.

And after some use it works very well
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You disappear for a few days and the whole word changes.....I don't know what I'm going to do with myself.

Abeja said:
Shhh dont tell JP, we gotta keep him sharp.
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kickrockz713 said:
Everybody hide your posts now! JP must not know about this
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Nothing can be hidden from me!

GamerDude316 said:
I hope the thread stays alive, much easier to keep track of the current promos this way.
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For now I plan on keeping it alive until the posts dry up. Thanks to all the other people who have posted.

Updating the lists right now from the last few days worth of reports.

 
thenutman69321 said:
What's with all the talk of this thread being useless now. Isn't this app just a smartphone app? Not everyone has a smart phone (although at this point most people probably do) and then there's us Windows phone users left out in the cold with no GS app AFAIK. I hope this thread continues on and people keep reporting TiV's.

7/3
Xbox One
Dead Rising 3 - $17
X360
Borderland GOTY - $7
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Yeah, I'm glad to see the thread will stay around. JP, a sincere thanks for all the work you've put into this over the years. I appreciate it a lot.

Is that borderlands 1 or 2 value? Might have to dump my BL1 GOTY now, lol.
 
Can you trade in Forza 5 digital download code like what comes with new XB1?

If not, are there any easy options to convert that to cash/TIV?

I dont see why nort, it's the same thing, but somehow I suspect you cant.

Also according to their website Wal Mart will give me $32 for disc Titanfall but this thread says GS will only give me $23...does that sound about correct?

 
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shark974 said:
Can you trade in Forza 5 digital download code like what comes with new XB1?

If not, are there any easy options to convert that to cash/TIV?

I dont see why nort, it's the same thing, but somehow I suspect you cant.

Also according to their website Wal Mart will give me $32 for disc Titanfall but this thread says GS will only give me $23...does that sound about correct?
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GS won't take your download code for trade in but you could try trading/selling it here in the trading section.http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forum/20-trading/

GS and Walmart don't give the same value. What you see here won't be the same as Walmart. Look at the op and see what bonuses are going on and see what better deal you would get. $23 is just the base, not what you would actually get. Also Best Buy is giving $32 for Titanfall, $35.20 if you have GCU.

 
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