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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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jfh2c said:
I'd let it go and lay low for a bit if I were you. You might tempt a full on ban if you bring more attention to yourself. As a flipper, it's been my policy to not fill out negative surveys or make waves.

Sure I deal with bad service occasionally (I would have bitten my tongue and not said the line about going to another store), but considering that I use flipping to pay for my gaming habits it's not worth killing the Golden goose.

It might be tempting to burn that guy on a survey, but if you're constantly reusing the birthday coupon I'd be willing to bet you don't want your local District Manager taking a fine tooth comb to your purchase/trade history.

Last of all, face it you got caught exploiting a coupon that wasn't yours. I'm the last one to get on a soap box about shopping morality, but the guy was doing his job denying your coupon. I'm not saying I don't use the coupon, but most competent GS employees know what that coupon is for (they can also see your birthday pretty easily and surmise that it's not your coupon). I've been denied or hassled over the coupon a few times, and I always just tell them not to worry about it and return the game later.

Good luck with whatever direction you take on this. Hopefully your situation gets better not worse.
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I agree with this. If you go out of your way to burn this guy you're probably only going to make the situation worse. How it will go: District Manager "Why did you deny his coupon?" Scumbag Employee "He was using the same coupon multiple times and ripping off gamestop."

You "fuck, now they flagged me even more"

TooPoor said:
My policy is to always print out coupons even for reusable ones, yeah I wasted about 6 cents in paper and ink but there's something about taking in a piece of paper that eases the cashier's minds greatly.
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Plus it makes the whole transaction go smoother and faster. I only read off the codes at one store where everyone is cool with me.

 
Thanks guys. I never burn people in surveys at all, so I'm just going to lay low for a while and bring printed coupons with me for now on.
 
Woah haven't been here in forever, so there's an iphone app for tivs now?  That's awesome, a shame I'm on android :/  Dropping by later to dump luigi's mansion, mario kart 7 and mh3u for the wii u.  People talk a lot of crap about GS TIVS but I feel like people don't understand the concept of a place that instantly gives you credit/money for games, as opposed to reseling it to someone who's gonna play a game, best time to dump your stuff is during 50% events.

 
Anyone want to cash out 50,000 PUR points? I'm willing to pay with Amazon or Paypal. PM me.

On topic:

Wii U
Super Mario 3D World - $26

Wii

Super Smash Bros Brawl - $12

Legend of Zelda Skyward Sword - $22

DS

Pokemon White Version 2 - $ 12

Pokemon Black Version 2 - $15

 
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 a bit late, from Monday 7/14:

SpongeBob: Plankton's Robotic revenge wiiu $5

CoD Ghosts PS3 $9

Cod Ghosts 360 $8

Rayman Legends wii u $10

LoZ: WW wii u $16

 
TooPoor said:
My policy is to always print out coupons even for reusable ones, yeah I wasted about 6 cents in paper and ink but there's something about taking in a piece of paper that eases the cashier's minds greatly.
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I don't do this because it's dangerous. If they jsut scan it off your phone, there's little they can do to get you in trouble for it later. But if you're being "investigated" by a Jr. Detective and you don't know about it and they gather all the 20% off coupons you use, it'll be big trouble for you. Reading off the code or scanning it off your phone leaves no paper trail to be followed. And before people tell me to go find my tin-foil hat, save it. It's happened to me already.

ThusSpokeZarathustra said:
Does anyone know where I can get the current gamestop birthday coupon?
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http://www.cheapassgamer.com/topic/323979-gamestop-20-off-bday-coupon-updated-expires-july-31st/

 
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my bestbuy is to far away to do the rebuy stuff as I dont want to go twice hopefully if they dont have the games i want they have 2 pokemons so I can flip to gamestop

 
Bought Ground Zeroes for every console now.  Used 2 of the SOTW coupons and a BDay coupon on top of PUR.  Walked out the store with some like new copies of Xbox One and Ps4 Ground Zeroes.  Both had the DLC code inside.

 
Xbox 360  Forza Horizon                                11.00

Xbox 360  Rise Of Nightmares                       1.00

Xbox 360  Rabbids Alive and Kicking           2.00

Xbox 360  Fable 3                                            0.50

PS3 Tomb Raider Triloogy                            7.00

PS3 ssx                                                           2.50

PS3 burnout                                                   2.50

PS3 need for speed most wanted                5.00

PS3 Lollipop Chainsaw                                4.00

PS3 Demon’s Souls                                      5.00

PS3 Alice Madness Returns                        10.00

PS3 Heavy Rain DC                                      4.00

PS3 Lego Batman 2                                      4.00

PS3 Sleeping dogs                                       3.00

 
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Has there been any significant TIV drops?

I traded in NSMBU/SLU game for $20 base on Monday. I noticed that the base was $17 today. Hopefully it's not a sign of things to come
 
anthonyd46 said:
Not sure if angry birds is getting converted already, but they gave me a new and sealed copy for the pre owned price for the xbox one.
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That might be the case. Every copy I bough was brand new without even a fingerprint. They all had the new sticker covered by the preowned sticker. Trying to get rid of them I guess

 
:360:

Spongebob Plankton's Revenge - $6

:ps3:

Catherine - $5

Gran Turismo 5 - $1.50

Kingdoms of Amalur - $5

LA Noire - $0.80

Mass Effect 2 - $0.80

Mass Effect 3 - $0.80

Splinter Cell Blacklist - $5

 
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What if: 

You 'burn that guy on a survey' for not allowing you to use a coupon on your phone and then they check your account and see how many times you've used a 20% coupon? 

Can they even do that?

lol

 
For those that are buying multiple SOTW and are getting the same code: are you guys buying multiples at one time?

I used three with no problem yesterday, but I also bought them one at a time and redeemed them one at a time before buying another. (ie. buy 1, use 1, but #2, use #2, so on)

Maybe it's only screwing up if you have more than one active on your PUR account at the same time?

 
Darby27 said:
Maybe it's only screwing up if you have more than one active on your PUR account at the same time?
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This. I bought one yesterday and used it. Then I decided I'd buy two more for the couple of games on my next stop. I bought one and then another right away. I bought them from my phone and downloaded the coupons. Both coupons were the same. I used the one and then went back into active offers and there wasn't one.

The rest of the day I would use a coupon then buy another just like Darby said. I haven't had a problem since and I've probably used at least 10 of these coupons.
 
Does Gamestop take trade ins of the wireless pulse elite sony headset? I bought it from best buy and don't care for them and I'm past my return point. Didn't see them in the list.
 
Guys I need some advice , I spent literally almost $1100 on a custom built PC and it's unstable. I need to know some flips that I can do to make up that money back.
 
Darby27 said:
For those that are buying multiple SOTW and are getting the same code: are you guys buying multiples at one time?

I used three with no problem yesterday, but I also bought them one at a time and redeemed them one at a time before buying another. (ie. buy 1, use 1, but #2, use #2, so on)

Maybe it's only screwing up if you have more than one active on your PUR account at the same time?
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I figured this out a little to late. I flashed back to when GS had a ridiculous mystery coupon for cheap and I bought ten back to back.Anyhow I was able to get my points back (9000) and a free SOTW! Now if I only could get my hands on ABSW.

 
JUSTSULTAN said:
I figured this out a little to late. I flashed back to when GS had a ridiculous mystery coupon for cheap and I bought ten back to back.Anyhow I was able to get my points back (9000) and a free SOTW! Now if I only could get my hands on ABSW.
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How long did it take to get your points back? The only time I ever called I had to fight with them to refund a coupon that never showed up. If it's easy I'd like to get my 6000 points back from the 2 coupons that didn't come through.

 
so confusing the criteria they use to ban accounts. Had the account I use to trade in 4 slim adapters every month banned but they do nothing about the account under my gf's name which over the last 5 months I've used to flip on average between 3-5 ps4/xbones a month.  

 
MillerTime2523 said:
Anyone know of any good credit movers to Best Buy? I'd like to get a PS3 controller for 30 but would prefer not spending any cash
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Angry Birds Star Wars is a good one (especially with the Steal of the Week Coupon), but it's a better flip to Walmart.

Metal Gear and NBA Live are decent options too.

 
Miken said:
Android needs to update!

Anyone know the TIV for 8gb vita memory cards?
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The Android app should update at the beginning of August, if the knowledgeable GS employee I spoke with on Sunday is correct (and I trust he is).

For some reason, the app doesn't list the 8GB card for trade, only the 32GB and 16GB cards. :whistle2:k

 
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Interesting little tidbit left for me this morning.

So you probably saw the news story on IGN and other places about GS bragging about their digital sales, but did you know GS lost $1M in returns on digital items in 2013? That's either employees ringing up the wrong items/versions, or customers buying the items but not having internet or understanding how to redeem the code and demanding their money back.

Every GS employee has to go through retraining about digital items this week and if any return is done on a digital item, the manager on duty must send an email to the district manager explaining why they did a return (only supposed to do that if no other option.) Stores that continue to have lots of digital returns can be disciplined.

Signed

The Anonymous CAG Gamestop employee
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