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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

Game2

Game3

PS3

Game1

Game2

Game3

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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Finally got a new PUR account. Wanted a new one since my old one I abused the heck out of the trade in promos over the past year, and was very close to being banned.

Just signed up at a store I never went to, used a nickname, new phone number, new address, new birthdate.

Time to start anew :)
 
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Finally got a new PUR account. Wanted a new one since my old one I abused the heck out of the trade in promos over the past year, and was very close to being banned.

Just signed up at a store I never went to, used a nickname, new phone number, new address, new birthdate.

Time to start anew :)
How do you know you're close to being banned?

 
I never understood why people continue to go to a store they know has shitty employees and then come here to bitch about it. Find a different store. They don't all have terrible employees.
I'm sure there are people who only have one near them so it's probably not that simple for some. If you're in a city it makes it pretty easy, I have 9 within 7 miles of where I live according to the website. The 2 I use are about a football field away from each other. Not everyone lives in a city though.

 
my problem exactly and to make matter worst it always a battle on certain stuff cause the manager is a guy I went to school with and had problems with and always trying to screw me over even though it been 10 years lol
You should complain about that shit to the mother tucking District manager , he needs to knock that shit off
 
I know this was recently talked about but I just need to confrm. Is the 5 per month limit per title or per platform? I've traded in 3 Black Flag XB1 copies in the last week and it looks like the 360 version is ripe for exploit with the Target promo this week. Will I be able to trade 4 360 copies or just 1?
 
I know this was recently talked about but I just need to confrm. Is the 5 per month limit per title or per platform? I've traded in 3 Black Flag XB1 copies in the last week and it looks like the 360 version is ripe for exploit with the Target promo this week. Will I be able to trade 4 360 copies or just 1?
It's per platform, so you should be fine.

On a different note, I have a code for the B3G1 coupon that GS had for the SotW during the week of July 4th, and I won't be able to use it today, the last day that it's active. I'm willing to trade it for a "$10 off one used game" PUR coupon; if you're interested, shoot me a PM.
 
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was able to get darkside chronicles, okami and ghost busters all complete for 35 bucks with buy 2 get 1 wii game and 5 dollars off ,used my flip credit from the bestbuy sale and so the backlog grows

 
Traded some games today.

Dark Souls 2 - $24.00

Hyperdimension Neptunia - $9.60

Total - $33.60

Not too bad. Used half of it to renew my card and got the other half on a gift card

 
Traded some games today.

Dark Souls 2 - $24.00

Hyperdimension Neptunia - $9.60

Total - $33.60

Not too bad. Used half of it to renew my card and got the other half on a gift card
Base values and systems, please.

:ps3: (I assume?) Dark Souls 2 - $15

:ps3: Hyperdimension Neptunia - $6

 
These base values held, just traded them 7/20 1pm pacific

                                 Gamestop         

Pokemon X                   $17              
Pokemon Y                   $17              
Kirby                             $15         
Yoshi's New Island         $15              
Tomodachi                   $14                       

What's a good gamestop to best buy flip? i can only see ufc ps4 breaking even since it is $39.99 new at gamestop now. mgs ground zeroes ps4/xbone is around a 4-5$ profit after $5 off coupon

 
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As I feared I had a horrible experience with the same Douche Manager.

So I go in planning on cancelling two preorders, buying a PS4, and some games for it. Immediately when I mention cancelling preorders thi guy starts up "Well the problem.....well the problem is you can't keep doing this". So I say doing what? He goes on about how I keep trading stuff in for promotions and then cancelling the preorder later on. I state that there's nothing in Gamestop's policy about this, and the credit usually ends up on another preorder or I still spend it at Gamestop. At this point he starts talking about how I'm "Cheating the System" and how it's "Unfair" finally he said he wouldn't be able to give me these promotions anymore if I keep doing this. I'm pretty much fuming at this point but he processes the trade in, rings up the system and cancels the preorders and pretty much acts like he didn't just throw a giant fit.

I burned him hard in the Survey but I seriously doubt they'll do anything. At this point I simply stated in the Survey I'm cancellign the rest of my pre-orders and won't shop at Gamestop anymore because this employee harasses me every time I come in and it ruins the experience.

Sorry for the rant I'm just so angry and upset I couldn't believe what happened.

 
Yeah she's right so don't get your panties in a bunch.

Actually it depends on the Store I know mine says it's only 1 copy of the same game per day regardless of platform.
Mine sees that I have a PS4, and XB1 so they let me do one of each platform.

That is actually good for us. I'm sure multiples would flag something.

 
As I feared I had a horrible experience with the same Douche Manager.
So I go in planning on cancelling two preorders, buying a PS4, and some games for it. Immediately when I mention cancelling preorders thi guy starts up "Well the problem.....well the problem is you can't keep doing this". So I say doing what? He goes on about how I keep trading stuff in for promotions and then cancelling the preorder later on. I state that there's nothing in Gamestop's policy about this, and the credit usually ends up on another preorder or I still spend it at Gamestop. At this point he starts talking about how I'm "Cheating the System" and how it's "Unfair" finally he said he wouldn't be able to give me these promotions anymore if I keep doing this. I'm pretty much fuming at this point but he processes the trade in, rings up the system and cancels the preorders and pretty much acts like he didn't just throw a giant fit.

I burned him hard in the Survey but I seriously doubt they'll do anything. At this point I simply stated in the Survey I'm cancellign the rest of my pre-orders and won't shop at Gamestop anymore because this employee harasses me every time I come in and it ruins the experience.


Sorry for the rant I'm just so angry and upset I couldn't believe what happened.
Why not just pick up the preordered game and the just return it... This might be an alternative to having to deal with that
 
As I feared I had a horrible experience with the same Douche Manager.

So I go in planning on cancelling two preorders, buying a PS4, and some games for it. Immediately when I mention cancelling preorders thi guy starts up "Well the problem.....well the problem is you can't keep doing this". So I say doing what? He goes on about how I keep trading stuff in for promotions and then cancelling the preorder later on. I state that there's nothing in Gamestop's policy about this, and the credit usually ends up on another preorder or I still spend it at Gamestop. At this point he starts talking about how I'm "Cheating the System" and how it's "Unfair" finally he said he wouldn't be able to give me these promotions anymore if I keep doing this. I'm pretty much fuming at this point but he processes the trade in, rings up the system and cancels the preorders and pretty much acts like he didn't just throw a giant fit.

I burned him hard in the Survey but I seriously doubt they'll do anything. At this point I simply stated in the Survey I'm cancellign the rest of my pre-orders and won't shop at Gamestop anymore because this employee harasses me every time I come in and it ruins the experience.

Sorry for the rant I'm just so angry and upset I couldn't believe what happened.
This happened to me recently, Not everything but I went to buy a 360 slim console with 320 GB, Wanted to cancel alot of my pre-orders that just had $5. The manager only let me buy it if i got a 1yr protection plan ($30). I bit and didn't argue and paid a little over $90 out of pocket for the console. I'm debating going to another gamestop and returning the 360 slim for my money back and just buying another 360 slim at another gamestop to save about $30. Anyone think i Shouldn't do this cause on the receipt I was given it has all the cancelled pre-orders on it? Decisions, Decisions, :whistle2:k

My library also rents games, lots of new ones too but not as much as this guy it seems. Still, they have stuff like GTA V, Assassin's creed black flag even some XBone and PS4 stuff.
Going to go visit the library in town and see if they have anything like that. That would be awesome.

 
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My library also rents games, lots of new ones too but not as much as this guy it seems. Still, they have stuff like GTA V, Assassin's creed black flag even some XBone and PS4 stuff.
Going to go visit the library in town and see if they have anything like that. That would be awesome.

 
This happened to me recently, Not everything but I went to buy a 360 slim console with 320 GB, Wanted to cancel alot of my pre-orders that just had $5. The manager only let me buy it if i got a 1yr protection plan ($30). I bit and didn't argue and paid a little over $90 out of pocket for the console. I'm debating going to another gamestop and returning the 360 slim for my money back and just buying another 360 slim at another gamestop to save about $30. Anyone think i Shouldn't do this cause on the receipt I was given it has all the cancelled pre-orders on it? Decisions, Decisions, :whistle2:k
How long have you had the protection plan. Last time i tried to cancel one they told me if you don't cancel it with the first few days your pretty much stuck with it.

 
re: target AC4 360 flip, the target one has a "target edition" red banner across it (at least for 360) so your cashier may deny the PM.  Mine did today, but I think more clueless ones during the weekdays won't care.

I think Gamestop comes down hard on employees who don't meet certain pre-order quotas, and probably down on employees who get a lot of preorder cancellations.  Its dumb, but its not the employees fault and I'd rather be in a win-win situation with them than adversarial.  I didn't really do any trades during the E3 promos for that reason, I knew another great trade window would come around and just like clockwork the 50% bonus is in.

 
re: target AC4 360 flip, the target one has a "target edition" red banner across it (at least for 360) so your cashier may deny the PM. Mine did today, but I think more clueless ones during the weekdays won't care.

I think Gamestop comes down hard on employees who don't meet certain pre-order quotas, and probably down on employees who get a lot of preorder cancellations. Its dumb, but its not the employees fault and I'd rather be in a win-win situation with them than adversarial. I didn't really do any trades during the E3 promos for that reason, I knew another great trade window would come around and just like clockwork the 50% bonus is in.
I only was trading accessories duroing the E3 Promo.

 
You should complain about that shit to the mother tucking District manager , he needs to knock that shit off
I have and I usually get what I need cause I have one the main ones number so when I have problems in that store I always pull my phone out and bluff them by telling them let me make this call so we can get it sorted out and then they Mumble and do what should of been done. It just not worth the headache so I usually go to the ones in the city instead when I can
 
If I re-up my PuR and get the B2G1 preowned coupon, can I combine that with 20% BD coupon AND $5 off Kongregate? Or just able to combine 1? Or none? 

 
I've had it for about a week. maybe 9 days at the most.
Yeah you might be stuck with that 1 yr protection plan. All i can say is try and return it but they may shoot you down on it.

re: target AC4 360 flip, the target one has a "target edition" red banner across it (at least for 360) so your cashier may deny the PM. Mine did today, but I think more clueless ones during the weekdays won't care.

I think Gamestop comes down hard on employees who don't meet certain pre-order quotas, and probably down on employees who get a lot of preorder cancellations. Its dumb, but its not the employees fault and I'd rather be in a win-win situation with them than adversarial. I didn't really do any trades during the E3 promos for that reason, I knew another great trade window would come around and just like clockwork the 50% bonus is in.
Right now from talking to the manager at my local store lately they are pretty strict on pre-orders right now. It does effect there hours still i believe. He also told me though when the holiday season comes in effect they don't actually care about pre-orders and care more about number of sales. I plan to cancel most of my pre-orders around that time that way i know its not that big of a deal to them.

Also on another note does anyone know how long the B2G1 for WII/DS games is going on? I have been looking on the GS website and i can't find anything on date when it ends.

 
Long story short: I had nothing better to do today than find the TIVs for ~100 360 games from a Craigslist listing that would have netted me about a 250% ROI ... had they not just been games installed on a jtagged system.

Good news for y'all is that I figured I'd leave the values here as a public service/proof that I didn't totally waste my time. (Sorry in advance, JP.)

Values from app as of afternoon of 7/20:

:360:

Air Conflict Vietnam $3
Armored Core Verdict Day $4
Assassin's Creed III $1.50
Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag $9
Arkham City $1
Arkham Orgins $7
Battlefield Bad Company 2 $0.50
Battlefield 4 $6
Bioshock Infinite $3
Borderlands 2 $2
Carrier Command: Gaea Mission $5
Castlevania: Lords of Shadows 2 $10
Crysis 3 $3
Dark - not listed in app
Dark Souls 2 $15
Dead Island Riptide $5
Dead Space 3 $3
Deadpool $7
Devil May Cry HD Collection $5
Diablo 3 $7
Dishonored $1.50
Disney Pixar Brave $4
Dragon Ball Z Battle of Z $14
Dynasty Warriors 8 $11
Earth Defense Force 2025 $5
Fast & Furious Showdown $6
FIFA 14 $20
Forza Horizon $11
Forza Motorsport 4 $7
Fuse $4
GTA 5 $15
Halo 4 $1
Hitman HD pack $3
Hitman Blood Money $2
Injustice: Gods Among Us $6
Iron Man $3
Iron Man 2 $4
Killer is Dead $2
FF Lightning Returns $12
Lost Planet 3 $6
Madden 25 $5
Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2 $12
Metal Gear Solid HD Collection $7
Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes $6
Metro 2033 $7
Metro Last Light $5
Monopoly $8
Monopoly Streets $9
Murdered: Soul Suspect $14
Naruto Shippuden Ultimate Ninja Storm 3 $9
NBA 2K13 $2
NBA 2K14 $9
NCAA Football 14 $6
Omerta City of Gangsters $4
Record of Agarest War $3
Red Dead Redemption $1
Saints Row 4 $6
Skyrim $6
Sniper Elite V2 $5
Sniper Ghost Warrior $0.75
Sniper Ghost Warrior 2 $5
Soul Calibur V $7 (listed as SOULCALIBUR V in app, just like that, in case anyone needs to look it up)
Star Trek $4
Star Wars: The Force Unleashed $1
Super Street Fighter 4 $2.50
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles $7
The Bureau: XCOM Declassified $4
The Walking Dead $6
The Walking Dead Survival Instinct $7
The Witcher 2 $5
Thief $15
Tomb Raider $3
UFC 3 Undisputed $11
Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3 $8
Watch Dogs $23
WWE 2K14 $7
XCOM Enemy Unknown $1.50
XCOM Enemy Within $8
Yaiba: Ninja Gaiden Z $6
Young Justice Legacy $3
2K Essentials Collection $5
 
And one more thing: The app lags like hell when you try to look up 50+ values at a time. Close and reopen and things will go much more smoothly.
 
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Beat to the punch on the :360: versions of AC4 and Batman AO by the above post and all the 3DS games previously posted today so...

7/20/14:

:ps3: Assassin's Creed Black Flag - $6

:ps3: Batman Arkham Origin - $5 (phone quote)

 
Beat to the punch on the :360: versions of AC4 and Batman AO by the above post and all the 3DS games previously posted today so...

7/20/14:

:ps3: Assassin's Creed Black Flag - $6

:ps3: Batman Arkham Origin - $5 (phone quote)
Hope the values you got on the 360 games were the same as the ones in the app!

 
For the guy that was "forced" to buy the protection plan: in most states that's illegal iirc.  They can't force you to buy something to buy something else.

 
Guys, what was the deal a few weeks back that let you trade your old Xbones and PS4s for new ones? Was it the E3 50% bonus? I wanna be on the look out for future deals like that since I'll be getting a used Xbone soon. It would be nice to trade the old one for a new one at, or near cost in the future. 

 
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New SOTW coupon

25% Off One Pre-Owned Handheld System
Steal of the Week!  Get 25% off one pre-owned handheld system, including the PS Vita, PSP, 3DS, and DS, from Monday, July 21, through Sunday, August 10. With a discount that big, you’ll be able to take the savings and spend it on your first few pre-owned handheld games. Get your coupon now for 15,000 points, it’s only available until Sunday, July 27!
 
For the guy that was "forced" to buy the protection plan: in most states that's illegal iirc. They can't force you to buy something to buy something else.
Like these shitty Gamestop employees care about what's legal. What's anybody going to do, sue them? They can do whatever they want since they're protected from fear of legal action by their company.

 
Like these shitty Gamestop employees care about what's legal. What's anybody going to do, sue them? They can do whatever they want since they're protected from fears of legal action by their company.
You should sue gamestop for not letting you cancel preorders. You could get a class action suit going. I bet some others here would jump on board.
 
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