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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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[quote name='killercane']Yes. Yes they do. Call a different store.[/QUOTE]

Good luck on the weekend before Christmas. Even slow stores get fairly busy at this time.

As long as the game doesn't require an attachment/dongle, etc. to play it (see Skylanders, Rocksmith, etc.) Gamestop will take it in on trade. Don't expect to get much for it as new it sells for $20.
 
[quote name='MSUHitman']Good luck on the weekend before Christmas. Even slow stores get fairly busy at this time.

As long as the game doesn't require an attachment/dongle, etc. to play it (see Skylanders, Rocksmith, etc.) Gamestop will take it in on trade. Don't expect to get much for it as new it sells for $20.[/QUOTE]

It requires Kinect or Playstation Move. Does that mean they won't accept it?
 
Quick question: do the hardware trade in values reflect the 50% bonus or no?

I have a fat 360 with 120 gb drive I'd like to trade in for a slim console. Is that $65 + $32.50 bonus + $14 for the drive or just $65 + 14?

Thanks!
 
[quote name='matrix9280']It requires Kinect or Playstation Move. Does that mean they won't accept it?[/QUOTE]

Kinect & Move are the exceptions. I should have said games that aren't bundled with a mandatory accessory.
 
[quote name='Johnny The Machine']just got halo 4 at 39.99 plus tax at gamestop[/QUOTE]

10/10 would read again

but seriously, what does that have to do with this thread? and it's been that price just about everywhere for awhile now.
 
so my ps3 laser got messed up playing black ops 2 last night, but it still plays psn games. im thinking of just deactivating it and trading it in at gamestop. its the 320gig version i got 2 years ago. would i get +50% til 1/6? and would they check to see if it plays disks or? i don't want to scam them, but yeah just trying to get the most out of it. thanks
 
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Get 50% More Credit on Every Traded Wii U Game

Steal of the Week! Get an extra 50% in-store credit on every Wii U game you trade, from Monday, December 24, through Sunday, January 13. If you’re already done with one or more of those Wii U games you got, why not trade up for some new ones? It’s just 1,225 points. Hurry, this coupon is only available until Sunday, December 30!
 
Deal starting today through sunday 50% trade in credit on all games traded in.

BTW could somebody later today get me a phone quote for trade in on

360:
halo 4
Silent hill Downpour

PS3:
Record of agarest war 2

I have my sister going to trade these in for me today, but I can't leave the house. mainly cause I take care of my mother, and she would die if I left her alone. The stores around where I live never give phone quotes on the day after christmas. It'd be a huge favor to me if somebody could help me out with this.
 
[quote name='Velo214']so my ps3 laser got messed up playing black ops 2 last night, but it still plays psn games. im thinking of just deactivating it and trading it in at gamestop. its the 320gig version i got 2 years ago. would i get +50% til 1/6? and would they check to see if it plays disks or? i don't want to scam them, but yeah just trying to get the most out of it. thanks[/QUOTE]

It's actually double store credit on systems traded in and yeah they should check to see if it plays a disk, but if you catch them at a busy time 50/50 chance they forget. Either way, I would trade it in now as the double store credit will eat the refurb fee with a little left over.
 
[quote name='daroga']Quick question: do the hardware trade in values reflect the 50% bonus or no?

I have a fat 360 with 120 gb drive I'd like to trade in for a slim console. Is that $65 + $32.50 bonus + $14 for the drive or just $65 + 14?

Thanks![/QUOTE]

It would actually be $130 for the system ($65 + $65) and $14 for the HDD. Double store credit on systems for the next few days.
 
I've got a fat model ps3 that has the YLOD. Will they take that? I've read on their site they do, but just wanted to know if anyone actually did it on this site.
 
[quote name='mr.Dobalina']I've got a fat model ps3 that has the YLOD. Will they take that? I've read on their site they do, but just wanted to know if anyone actually did it on this site.[/QUOTE]

They will but they will also charge you a refurb fee of likely $35 .. unless the fee amount has changed.
 
[quote name='Ray5555']Deal starting today through sunday 50% trade in credit on all games traded in.

BTW could somebody later today get me a phone quote for trade in on

360:
halo 4
Silent hill Downpour

PS3:
Record of agarest war 2

I have my sister going to trade these in for me today, but I can't leave the house. mainly cause I take care of my mother, and she would die if I left her alone. The stores around where I live never give phone quotes on the day after christmas. It'd be a huge favor to me if somebody could help me out with this.[/QUOTE]



Lol cool story, call different store you lazy ass OR just let your sister tell you when she gets home.
 
[quote name='$hady']Lol cool story, call different store you lazy ass OR just let your sister tell you when she gets home.[/QUOTE]

lol ^^this^^
just call, what bs "my store...."
 
[quote name='$hady']Lol cool story, call different store you lazy ass OR just let your sister tell you when she gets home.[/QUOTE]

Problem is I said stores not store idiot. But I guess that is normal for people with reading deficiency. I don't feel like making a toll call to another county just to get quotes. It kind of beats the point. I am sending her to get her christmas gift with the credit. But hey I guess taking care of a terminally ill parent makes me lazy, even though I stated the stores in my are never give phone quotes the day after christmas.
 
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[quote name='Ray5555']Deal starting today through sunday 50% trade in credit on all games traded in.

BTW could somebody later today get me a phone quote for trade in on

360:
halo 4
Silent hill Downpour

PS3:
Record of agarest war 2

I have my sister going to trade these in for me today, but I can't leave the house. mainly cause I take care of my mother, and she would die if I left her alone. The stores around where I live never give phone quotes on the day after christmas. It'd be a huge favor to me if somebody could help me out with this.[/QUOTE]

I don't mean to sound heartless...but REALLY? Your mother would die if you left the house for a bit. How do you work? How do you get food? Hell, how do you have time to play video games?
 
got this from another kind cag

xbox 360:

halo 4: $18
silent hill downpour: $5
gears of war 3: $4.5

ps 3:

Record of agarest war 2: $13
 
[quote name='DesertLeo']I don't mean to sound heartless...but REALLY? Your mother would die if you left the house for a bit. How do you work? How do you get food? Hell, how do you have time to play video games?[/QUOTE]


Litterally yes I am her live in caregiver(well she live with me) my sister does my groccery shopping after I make the list. I normally don't play as often as I used to. My mother has a permant trech. she is on 4.5 liters of oxygen. since I moved to be near a hospital in case of a emergency. The closest GS is 35 mins away. If the power goes out at any time she needs to be rushed to the hospital, which is about a 3-4 min walk. She should be in a hospice but her last request is to die at home with her family. So I voluteered to shoulder the burden of takening care of her.
 
[quote name='Ray5555']Litterally yes I am her live in caregiver(well she live with me) my sister does my groccery shopping after I make the list. I normally don't play as often as I used to. My mother has a permant trech. she is on 4.5 liters of oxygen. since I moved to be near a hospital in case of a emergency. The closest GS is 35 mins away. If the power goes out at any time she needs to be rushed to the hospital, which is about a 3-4 min walk. She should be in a hospice but her last request is to die at home with her family. So I voluteered to shoulder the burden of takening care of her.[/QUOTE]
:applause: Thats awfully kind of you
 
[quote name='parkerwilson']:applause: Thats awfully kind of you[/QUOTE]

Thanks but apparently I'm a lazy ass because the stores in my area won't give phone quotes today, and I can't just leave my mother unattended to go trade in my games to get my sister a late christmas gift.
 
[quote name='Ray5555']Thanks but apparently I'm a lazy ass because the stores in my area won't give phone quotes today, and I can't just leave my mother unattended to go trade in my games to get my sister a late christmas gift.[/QUOTE]

Get off your high horse, nobody cares mommas boy. :-({|=

You can leave your house or make a phone call.


4gb 360 slim - $80 base
 
[quote name='Ray5555']Litterally yes I am her live in caregiver(well she live with me) my sister does my groccery shopping after I make the list. I normally don't play as often as I used to. My mother has a permant trech. she is on 4.5 liters of oxygen. since I moved to be near a hospital in case of a emergency. The closest GS is 35 mins away. If the power goes out at any time she needs to be rushed to the hospital, which is about a 3-4 min walk. She should be in a hospice but her last request is to die at home with her family. So I voluteered to shoulder the burden of takening care of her.[/QUOTE]

Fair enough. I don't fully understand your situation so I won't presume any further.

Just be aware that asking others to call and get trade values for you is seen as an "unwritten no-no" around these parts and will inevitably raise the ire of some. Especially if followed with a "and here's why I can't do it myself" story.

Either way, happy holidays!
 
PSP - Need For Speed Most Wanted 5-1-0 got quoted 1.50 over the phone, so this is one of those 1.99 Best Buy PSP games from a few days ago that does not qualify for current Trade 3 promo
 
Why do you guys even have to make a big deal out of it? IGNORE that part of the post and move on, no need to attack the guy for it.

Also I sure hope inFamous went up a bit, dropping by later to dump some stuff for the 50%.
 
Same Base TIV
360
XBOX 360 Fat System w/wireless controller - $65
Wireless-G Network Adapter - $17.50
60GB HD - $8.75
Assassin's Creed - $5
Bioshock - $3
Halo 3 - $3
Perfect Dark Zero - $.25
Rainbow 6 Vegas - $.25


New Base TIV
360
The Darkness - $1
Prince of Persia - $.25
Battlefield: Bad Company - $.30
Turok - $.75
Enchanted Arms - $.75
Gears of War 2 - $.75
Fable 2 - $.30
Condemned - $.50
Star Wars: Force Unleashed - $.50
Clive Barker's Jericho - $.50
Lost Planet - .20
Lego Indiana Jones - $.50
Pure - $.25
Dead Rising - $1

PS2
Dark Cloud 2 - $4
Star Ocean: Til the End of Time - $1
Max Payne 2 - $.30
 
[quote name='dustdust']Same Base TIV
360
XBOX 360 Fat System w/wireless controller - $65
Wireless-G Network Adapter - $17.50
60GB HD - $8.75
Assassin's Creed - $5
Bioshock - $3
Halo 3 - $3
Perfect Dark Zero - $.25
Rainbow 6 Vegas - $.25


New Base TIV
360
The Darkness - $1
Prince of Persia - $.25
Battlefield: Bad Company - $.30
Turok - $.75
Enchanted Arms - $.75
Gears of War 2 - $.75
Fable 2 - $.30
Condemned - $.50
Star Wars: Force Unleashed - $.50
Clive Barker's Jericho - $.50
Lost Planet - .20
Lego Indiana Jones - $.50
Pure - $.25
Dead Rising - $1

PS2
Dark Cloud 2 - $4
Star Ocean: Til the End of Time - $1
Max Payne 2 - $.30[/QUOTE]

I'd rather donate those to a charity then get those prices. The games anyways.
 
[quote name='The Holy Pretzle']Why do you guys even have to make a big deal out of it? IGNORE that part of the post and move on, no need to attack the guy for it.

Also I sure hope inFamous went up a bit, dropping by later to dump some stuff for the 50%.[/QUOTE]

Cause fuckholes need to be fuck to feel big. Any way my sister traded them in and got $60.75 credit, enough to get her black ops 2 for her christmas present

Xbox 360:
Halo 4: $18
Silent hill downpour: $5
Gears of war 3: $4.50

PS3:
Record of agarest war 2: $13
 
Oh wow I sure as hell hope you didn't trade in Star Wars Force Unleashed to GS for 50 cents when you could have gotten 16 dollars at Best Buy.
 
PSP Games:

GTA: Vice City Stories - 4
God of War Ghost of Sparta - 3
Little Big Planet - 3

(So these bestbuy.com cheapies from a few days ago all qualified for the Trade 3 get 10 promo)
 
[quote name='Ray5555']Thanks but apparently I'm a lazy ass because the stores in my area won't give phone quotes today, and I can't just leave my mother unattended to go trade in my games to get my sister a late christmas gift.[/QUOTE]

May I recommend amazon mom membership? You can shop on amazon and get free prime for 1 month if you are a caregiver. That may help you out if you can't leave the house. In terms of trades, I don't have any ideas.
 
I'm sure this was somewhere in this thread but I'll be very disappointed in GS if there is no B2G1 sale after Christmas like the past couple of years. My kids have a ton of gift cards and they love hitting up the sale. Our second Christmas may be a little different without the B2G1 sale.
 
[quote name='qwikstreet']I'm sure this was somewhere in this thread but I'll be very disappointed in GS if there is no B2G1 sale after Christmas like the past couple of years. My kids have a ton of gift cards and they love hitting up the sale. Our second Christmas may be a little different without the B2G1 sale.[/QUOTE]I can't place exactly where, but a CAG posted that there's still going to be a B2G1 sale after Christmas according to a GS manager he asked, it was just...delayed slightly for some reason.
 
[quote name='qwikstreet']I'm sure this was somewhere in this thread but I'll be very disappointed in GS if there is no B2G1 sale after Christmas like the past couple of years. My kids have a ton of gift cards and they love hitting up the sale. Our second Christmas may be a little different without the B2G1 sale.[/QUOTE]

No B2G1 on PS3 or 360 games. Just Wii/DS. PS2 was B2G1F before Christmas, not sure about now.

Edit: PS2 games are B2G1F also.
 
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