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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 for Microsoft devices. Third post has the values for games for Nintendo devices. Fourth post has the values for games for Sony devices. Fifth post hardware values. Sixth post is open for expansion/reorganization.

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.

Upcoming Promotions:



Current Promotions:
GameStop.com Information (will post it when they update it)


$50 Extra In-store Credit, Select Systems (3/3/13)
[quote name='GameStop.com']Get $50 extra in-store credit when you trade any Wii U, PS3 or Xbox 360 system

Offer not good on cash trades. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Defective items may be eligible for trade at a lesser value. Hardware must have all necessary components for trade. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Trade-ins subject to manager approval. See store associate for details. No dealers. Offer vailid in the United States, Puerto Rico and Guam only. Void where prohibited. GameStop, Inc. reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the offer for any reason without notice.[/QUOTE]


50% Extra In-store Credit on all Games Traded (3/3/13)
[quote name='GameStop.com']Get 50% extra in-store credit for every game you trade

Offer not good on cash trades. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Defective items may be eligible for trade at a lesser value. Hardware must have all necessary components for trade. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Trade-ins subject to manager approval. See store associate for details. No dealers. Offer vailid in the United States, Puerto Rico and Guam only. Void where prohibited. GameStop, Inc. reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the offer for any reason without notice.[/QUOTE]

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GAMESTOP USED GAME PRODUCT ID(thanks Xfactor4)​
THE GAMESTOP USED GAME PRODUCT ID "CRACKED":

:gc:=916xxx
:360:=952xxx
:ps2:=938xxx or 939xxx
:wii:=917xxx
:psp:=935xxx
:ds:=919xxx
:ps3:=930xxx
:gba:=914xxx​
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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,,,,,,,

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 EDGE 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
Playstation 2: Console Unit, Power Cable, A/V Cable, Controller (Must be a DualShock2) *Fat unit requires either back cover or network adapter*
GameCube: Console Unit, Power Cable, A/V Cable, Controller
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. They will not, however, take RROD 360 consoles. There may be stores that still do it, but official policy is to not take them in.

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 EDGE 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, Florida, 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
No Information Yet:

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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It's a great deal, just got back and traded in an original 60GB PS3 ($170), and original XBox 360 with Wireless Controller ($100). You also get money for the accessories. Got $5 for each 360 headset, $5.50 for HDD, $2.75 for component cables.

The set up was great - an employee took my stuff inside at 11:30 to verify everything, so when I walked in, it was all set to go. They also handed out numbers with which they assigned your order, so you just handed them your slip and you were fine. I can't comment on stock, but it seemed like of around 40 in line, everyone got what they wanted. I was 4th, and opted for the Assassin's Creed PS3 Bundle.

I lost my power adapter to my DS Lite, and they wouldn't accept it in, so I can't comment on that pricing.

Good luck everyone!
 
Right, so what time is Gamestop closing? Is it like a midnight release where they take care of the people and close up or are they open all night? I want to go now and try for a PS3 bundle.

Also I see someone posted their store had 10 of them, anyone else have any idea how many their store has?
 
[quote name='ShockandAww']Right, so what time is Gamestop closing? Is it like a midnight release where they take care of the people and close up or are they open all night? I want to go now and try for a PS3 bundle.

Also I see someone posted their store had 10 of them, anyone else have any idea how many their store has?[/QUOTE]
all night, i was told by an employee at my local store.
 
[quote name='spuggy']..., and original XBox 360 with Wireless Controller ($100)...

[/QUOTE]

Thank you for posting this. I hope this holds until tomorrow night when I get off work.
 
Seems like the only system that took a bad hit is the Vita. $55 base/$110 after 100% bonus for the 3G model is low. I still traded mines in anyway for the Assassin's Creed Vita Bundle because I've wanted the white color so bad and haven't played my old Vita in about a month in anticipation of getting the white color.
 
[quote name='mrredskin']so much for trading in games that come with super slim $199 bundle. they're in paper sleeves - not cases[/QUOTE]

lame, but figures. Not that they'll be worth crap anyway but you can just sell them disc only or trade them back to gamestop disc only.
 
Should have gone to gamestop first instead of best buy...line is so slow I think they have 1 cashier...and most gamestops are sold out of the ps3 bundles already
 
Thanks for reporting system TIVs guys. I'm gonna go to a midnight opening to trade in my 120gb slim ps3 in case TIVs update during the AM hours. Can someone check the trade values of the infamous/uncharted game packs? You're looking at just paying the difference in tax just to upgrade a ps3.
 
Traded my ps3 120gb slim in base was $85 so after promo came to $170. Picked up the $199 ps3 bundle will check it out after some sleep, good luck all.
 
[quote name='Deader2818']how much is a slim 160 ps3?[/QUOTE]

I'm not positive, but judging by the last double promo it was about $5 or $10 difference on the base between 120gb for $85 and 160gb for $90 or $95.
 
traded in my 3rd gen 32 GB Ipad Wifi got $362 + 50% because i traded it towards Wii u (only good through this weekend).

so i got a total of $561 (which is actaully more than i paid for it). walked away with the deluxe Wii U, Super Mario U, Extra controller and about $100+ left in store credit..
 
[quote name='Scoop24']traded in my 3rd gen 32 GB Ipad Wifi got $362 + 50% because i traded it towards Wii u (only good through this weekend).

so i got a total of $561 for it. walked away with the deluxe Wii U, Super Mario U, Extra controller and about 100+ left in store credit..[/QUOTE]

Damn that's crazy.
 
[quote name='itsoverninethousand']Can anyone ask what the trade in value for the Wii U is? I opened mine out of curiosity. Now I can't return it.[/QUOTE]

why would you trade it in? sell it on eBay or Craigslist you will get full value for it.. maybe more.
 
[quote name='itsoverninethousand']Can anyone ask what the trade in value for the Wii U is? I opened mine out of curiosity. Now I can't return it.[/QUOTE]

Made me lol. You could've just watched an unboxing video on youtube if you were curious what's in it.
 
What do I need to trade in a PS3? AV, power, controller of course, but do I need a charging cable? Will they take an HDMI if I can't find the AV cable?
 
[quote name='scblueeyedguy']The guy said $75 (base) for my 4gb Xbox 360 slim. Drove like a mad man home to get it. lol
I'll double confirm when I actually do it.[/QUOTE]

Double confirming this. Just got back from trading it in. Might have to upgrade my 160GB Slim PS3 to the super slim. lol
 
[quote name='Slowdance']What do I need to trade in a PS3? AV, power, controller of course, but do I need a charging cable? Will they take an HDMI if I can't find the AV cable?[/QUOTE]

they wont take the hdmi cable but u do need the AV Cable and yes they need the charging cable and the controller has to be in good condition.
 
[quote name='Jackovasaurus']Does Gamestop accept PS3s with upgraded HDDs?[/QUOTE]

Ymmv. My GameStop says no must be whatever they scan, the hard drive on the settings must match. You might get lucky in the later shifts when the Xmas employees are working.
 
[quote name='boogie4114']Seems like the only system that took a bad hit is the Vita. $55 base/$110 after 100% bonus for the 3G model is low. I still traded mines in anyway for the Assassin's Creed Vita Bundle because I've wanted the white color so bad and haven't played my old Vita in about a month in anticipation of getting the white color.[/QUOTE]

I was just about to report this, I'm glad I'm not the only one that wanted a white Vita. I traded in a bunch of old games to help recoup the cost.
 
[quote name='Slowdance']What do I need to trade in a PS3? AV, power, controller of course, but do I need a charging cable? Will they take an HDMI if I can't find the AV cable?[/QUOTE]

I do know you need a charge cable. I forgot mine and had to buy one.

The 160gb Slim is $90+$90=$180.

So after the first Gamestop wouldn't accept my PS3 because the warranty sticker was worn and peeled up in one corner after waiting 45 minutes in line. I figured I might as well try one more Gamestop. Took it they didn't say anything about it. It was about 1:10am and there was NOBODY there, they said I was probably the 4th person to walk in all evening.

The paper sleeves SUCK though... Where can I find PS3 cases with the inserts?
 
Anyone know if the system values are going to drop? Could sell my loud ps3 fat for 180 and pick up the slim bundle for 200.
 
[quote name='kraken613']A corner of my PS3 Slims "Warranty Sticker" was scuffetheyd and the edge ever so slightly peeled up and Gamestop wouldn't take it. Then the dude picks at the sticker and makes it look worse....[/QUOTE]

The serial number sticker fell off my vita while the guy was looking it over... they still accepted it. Sounds like your gamestop is kinda douchey.
 
[quote name='metsfan1545d']25 base is still too low for me to trade in my wii

still feel like im getting ripped off[/QUOTE]
I kind of felt the sameway but I never use the damn thing so figured I might as well put what its worth (right now) to good use instead of waiting and it to drop even lower :cry:



Sorry guys, was pretty hectic at the 2nd store and didn't get prices except for the stuff I traded in

[quote name='JaylisJayP']No Wii trade value update?[/QUOTE]

:wii:
25 base

120GB Slim
:ps3:
85 base


Ended up going to Target and picking up the last 4 1600 MS point cards for $10 :)
 
[quote name='coopscohen']Anyone trade in a WiFi Vita? Saw the 3G was now $55.[/QUOTE]

I got 55 base for my wifi vita. It was worth 70 less than a month ago. Dicks.
 
[quote name='InfinityCartier']I got 55 base for my wifi vita. It was worth 70 less than a month ago. Dicks.[/QUOTE]

They wouldn't even take my Game Cube controller, was pretty shocked :cry:
 
tried to sell everything that wasnt a pc but they wouldnt take my ps3 cause im missing the flap for the memory card might try another gamestop and see if i can get someone who doesnt care
before promos
psp 3000 $25
psp go $20
psp memory duo 8gb 1$3
far cry instincts 360 $1
enchanted arms 360 $1
tales of graces F ps3 $12
mag $.25 ps3
mass effect 2 $2.50

also they still wont take ps vita 32 gb
and they wont take the psp go memory sticks and the vtia 55 dollars base as someone else mentions :( they must really not want any vitas
 
They paid me to upgrade from 160 GB Slim to a 250 super slim.

All PS3
Batman Arkham Asylum - $3
Infamous - $3
Uncharted - $3
Uncharted 2 - $2.50
Infamous 2 - $8
 
psp 3000 is $25? So $50 after promo? May trade mine in...

btw do you guys think gamestop will allow me to return the ps3 i bought tonight for $160 after the $50 trade in credit and let me rebuy it with the added credit?
 
[quote name='mrclutch']After GS tonight I went by Play N Trade. B2g2 on used. Just FYI if you have one.[/QUOTE]

ARGH!!!

would of hit them up instead of gamestops....although gamestop had that amazing 39.99 kinect deal so not all is lost.

nintendo land: 17.00

pawn that sucker off folks that things value is likely going to tank sooner than later
 
Went in with my 40 gb ps3, for some reason they thought it was the 80gb so they gave me $85 base -> 170 in credit ^_^

Also, Arkham City for Ps3 is still $8 base
 
Traded my 120gb ps3 slim ($170) towards the BF bundle and it was quick and painless. The employee knew me and said he wasn't going to even bother checking since I'm a regular. The store was pretty slow and there was nobody behind me after i waited 3 minutes in line since I was the end of it lol.

I used a PUR $50 coupon I earned with the 50,000 Powerup points on my account and it worked fine.

I notice that the bundles also includes a 1 month PS+ plus voucher code in addition to the aforementioned games. No game cases were included. Just cardboard sleeves for each individual game disc.

Sure was a pain in the butt to deactivate all of my gameshare accounts to add again on my new system. Happy that I have a brand new system though in the end of the day. It's kind of funny to see how GS is selling the pre-owned 120GB slims at $220 a pop currently.
 
PS3
Sly collection $12

I traded in my 80 gig fat PS3, no BC. I got $170 for that ($85 base) and ordered a holiday bundle since they were sold out (they had 4, lol). Awesome deal, I have the 2 games so those will go towards more credit. I did pay for 2 day shipping though, I don't want to wonder all week where my PS3 might be.
 
ok so there is a straight-up 50% tiv bonus advertised on the powerup rewards site.

i just got back from a local store and no 50% bonus would apply.

also, ratchet and clank collection (should be 18.99) rang up as 24.99
jak and daxter collection (should be 12.99) rang up as 18.99

i left displeased. anyone know what's going on?
 
[quote name='gospelman']ok so there is a sraight-up 50% bonus advertised on the powerup rewards site.

i just got back from a local store and no 50% bonus would apply.

also, ratchet and clank collection (should be 18.99) rang up as 24.99
jak and daxter collection (should be 12.99) rang up as 18.99

i left displeased. anyone know what's going on?[/QUOTE]

You mean the one that, when you click "more details", says this:

50% More In-Store Credit? Sounds Great!

Valid 11/12/2012 - 12/16/2012 Get 50% extra in-store credit when you trade any items toward the purchase of a new Sony Pulse Elite headset





The devil is in the details, bud.
 
Wii system - $25 base
Wii Component cables - $4.25 base

With bonuses I almost paid for New Super Mario Bros U. Glad I got my GameStop mall visit out of the way before the huge crowds hit during the day.
 
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