Best Buy Trade-in Thread 2.0: Please see new thread.

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At 276 pages and countless request for a new OP, it was time to retire the first Best Buy Trade-in Thread and start fresh. Thanks bh47 for your work in the previous thread (and providing the framework for this one)!

All Promotions are available in-store only, and they DO NOT stack!
Only the 10% Bonus from Gamers Club Unlocked will stack with these offers.
Please read FAQ below before asking questions!

Current Promos:
- 50% Bonus when you trade in ANY game.
Get a 50% trade in bonus when you trade in ANY game. Offer valid 01/01/12 - 01/07/12

- Trade 3, get 30% More.
Trade in 3 games or more and get 30% extra trade-in credit. Offer valid 01/01/12 -03/03/12

- 30% Bonus with any Pre-order.
Get a 30% extra trade-in credit when you pre-order any game. Offer valid 01/01/12 -03/03/12

Link: http://www.bestbuytradein.com/bb/Quo...VideoGames.cfm (click on "Show Promotions available in stores only" on top right)\

Upcoming/Rumored Promotions:
All promos that have yet to appear on Best Buy's site (or in an upcoming ad) are listed here:
None at the moment

Previous Promotions:
Promos that have expired:
- 50% Bonus with specific Pre-order from list.
Get a 50% extra trade-in credit when you pre-order any game from the following list: Halo 4, Mass Effect 3, Bioshock Infinite, Grand Theft Auto 5, MLB 12 The Show, Soul Calibur V, Final Fantasy XIII-2, Twisted Metal, Max Payne 3, Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City and Diablo 3. Offer valid 12/25/11 - 12/31/11

- Trade 2, get 25% More.
Trade in 2 games or more and get 25% extra trade-in credit. Offer valid 11/27/11 - 12/31/11

- 30% Bonus with any Pre-order.
Get a 30% extra trade-in credit when you pre-order any game. Offer valid 11/27/11 - 12/31/11
- 40% Bonus with purchase of any game $39.99 or above.
Get a 40% extra trade-in credit when you purchase any game $39.99 or above. Offer valid 11/27/11 - 12/10/11

- 50% Bonus with purchase of any game $39.99 or above.
Get a 50% extra trade-in credit when you purchase any game $39.99 or above. Offer valid 11/27/11 - 12/03/11

 - Trade 3, get 30% More.
Trade in 3 games or more and get 25% extra trade-in credit. Offer valid 10/30/11 - 11/26/11

- 40% Bonus with any Pre-order.
Get a 40% extra trade-in credit when you pre-order any game. Offer valid 10/5/11 - 11/26/11

- 40% Bonus with Saints Row 3 Pre-order/Purchase.
Get 40% extra trade-in Credit when you pre-order/purchase Saints Row 3. Offer valid 11/13/11 - 11/19/11

- 40% Bonus with Assassin's Creed Revelations Pre-order/Purchase.
Get 40% extra trade-in Credit when you pre-order/purchase Assassin's Creed Revelations. Offer valid 11/13/11 - 11/19/11

 - 50% Bonus with Modern Warfare 3 Pre-order/Purchase.
Get 50% extra trade-in Credit when you pre-order/Purchase Modern Warfare 3. Offer valid 10/10/11 - 11/12/11 (Assuming this means a bonus for purchasing the game after it is released this Tuesday)

- 50% Bonus with Saints Row 3 Pre-order.
Get 50% extra trade-in Credit when you pre-order Saints Row 3. Offer valid 11/6/11 - 11/12/11

- 50% Bonus with Assassin's Creed Revelations Pre-order.
Get 50% extra trade-in Credit when you pre-order Assassin's Creed Revelations. Offer valid 11/6/11 - 11/12/11

- 40% Bonus with The Elder Scrolls V: Pre-order/Purchase.
Get 50% extra trade-in Credit when you pre-order/purchase The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. Offer valid 11/6/11 - 11/12/11

- 50% Bonus with Max Payne 3 Pre-order.
Get 50% extra trade-in Credit when you pre-order Max Payne 3. Offer valid 11/6/11 - 11/12/11 - This promo seems a little odd and there is a chance it is an error on the site since the game is so far from release.

- 50% Bonus with Saints Row 3 Pre-order.
Get 50% extra trade-in Credit when you pre-order Saints Row 3. Offer valid 10/23/11 - 10/29/11

- 50% Bonus with Skyrim Pre-order.
Get 50% extra trade-in Credit when you pre-order The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. Offer valid 10/23/11 - 11/05/11

 - 40% Bonus with Uncharted 3 Pre-order/Purchase.
Get 40% extra trade-in Credit when you pre-order/purchase Uncharted 3. Offer valid 10/30/11 - 11/05/11

- 40% Bonus with Battlefield 3 Purchase.
Get 40% extra trade-in Credit when you purchase Battlefield 3. Offer valid 10/23/11 - 10/29/11

- Trade 2, get 25% More.
Trade in 2 games or more and get 25% extra trade-in credit. Offer valid 10/2/11 - 10/29/11

 - 50% Bonus with Battlefield 3 Pre-order.
Get 50% extra trade-in Credit when you pre-order Battlefield 3. Offer valid 10/9/11 - 10/22/11

- 40% Bonus with purchase of Batman: Arkham City.
Get 40% extra trade-in Credit when you pre-order Batman: Arkham City. Offer valid 10/16/11 - 10/22/11

 - 50% Bonus with Batman: Arkham City Pre-order.
Get 50% extra trade-in Credit when you pre-order Batman: Arkham City. Offer valid 10/9/11 - 10/15/11

 - 30% Bonus with Rage or NBA 2K12 Pre-order/Purchase.
Get a 30% extra trade-in Credit when you pre-order/purchase Rage or NBA 2K12. Offer valid 10/2/11 - 10/08/11

- Trade 4 get an extra $20 Trade-in Credit.
Get $20 trade-in Credit when you trade 4 or more games (Current gen games only (no PS2) and $5 minimum for each game). Offer valid 10/2/11 - 10/08/11 **** This promo was cancelled early due to technical issues. There have been issues with this promo not working on some stores' systems or simply not even being available, the issue seems to be related to disc-only games (or any game that is typed rather than scanned) so plan accordingly. The $20 extra is once per trade-in, meaning 4 games or 123 games it will only be $20 extra per transaction. So if you want to trade in 8 games, do it in two separate transactions. ****

- 50% Bonus with Rage or NBA 2K12 Pre-order.
Offer was valid from 9/25 to 10/01/2011.

- 40% Bonus with Gears of War 3 Purchase.
Get a 40% extra trade-in credit when you pre-order/purchase Gears of War 3. Offer expired 10/01/2011

- Trade 3, Get 30% More.
Trade in 3 games or more and get 30% extra trade-in credit. Offer expired 10/01/2011

- 40% Bonus with any Pre-order.
Get a 40% extra trade-in credit when you pre-order any game. Offer expired 10/01/2011

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BEST BUY'S VIDEO GAMES TRADE-IN PAGE

Check most up-to-date TIV using BB's Video Games Value Estimator.

Check which BB stores do trade-ins here.
In-store trades are now done at the Trade-In Counter at the Gaming Dept.

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F.A.Q. Best Buy has a short FAQ here.

How does the get **% with pre-order bonus work?
The percentage is based on the final total of your entire trade in, so if the trade in is $100 and there is a 50% bonus your final gift card value will be $150. After trading in your games, the employee SHOULD then sell you the pre-order for $5.

How much is a pre-order at Best Buy?
Pre-ordering at Best Buy cost $5, in fact, you aren't supposed to pay any more than that (and most employees won't let you if you ask). Yes, you can use the gift card you just received from your trade-in to purchase the pre-order.

Can I cancel a pre-order and keep the bonus?
Yes, the trade-in and the pre-order are completely separate transactions. Nothing will prevent you from returning to the Best Buy canceling the pre-order and receiving a refund. Some users have claimed that they were flagged for doing this multiple times though and were denied, so be aware of how many pre-orders you are cancelling. Also keep in mind the obvious facts that this is not how the program is intended to work and over abuse will negatively affect the program long-term. Lastly, returns are tracks on a personal level by a third party. (Read: try not to cancel a bunch of pre-orders)

Do I have to cancel the pre-order at the same store where it was made?
No, this can be handled by any BBY. Don't be surprised if you get a customer service employee who says otherwise though.

Can I pre-order once and get the pre-order bonus on my next trade-in as well?
YMMV. Officially, the answer is no, but there is nothing that actually requires the employee to sell the pre-order in order to apply the bonus so if your blue shirt is in a friendly mood they may be willing. Doesn't hurt to get to know the employees at your store. That said, expect that you will have to pre-order another game and be surprised if you don't.

Can I combine a 3 games for **% and a pre-order for **% bonus?
No. Bonuses do not stack, and you must pick one or the other. The only bonus that stacks with other promotions is the 10% you receive if you are a Gamers Club Unlocked member.

How do I become a Gamers Club Unlocked member and get the 10% bonus?
Any video game section employee should be able to set you up with the GCU membership. It cost $15 and comes with a year subscription of @Gamer magazine. It will also get you a 10% bonus on trade ins and 10% off of used games (Make sure to point it out to the blue shirt doing your trade-in though as it is easy for them to skip, and they are still new to it). It can take 48 hours (or more) for GCU to show up on your Reward Zone membership.

Can I use my Best Buy gift card to purchase Amazon Kindle Gift Cards or Visa Gift Cards?
Yes, although some employees may not be aware of this and incorrectly refuse to do so. Visa Gift Cards have a $200 limit and a $6 activation fee. Amazon Gift Cards are available in $25, $50 and $100 depending on your store selection. IL does not sell Amazon Gift Cards. Yes, Kindle Gift Cards are good for anything on Amazon.

The value on the site doesn't match the store, why?
Sometimes the page may not update immediately. This is fairly rare though. The store's trade-in values are definitive though, so what they say is what you get. 99.99% of the time they will match up.

The value on the iPhone app is way off, why?
The app sucks for updating values (and some games simply don't show up), don't rely on it.

The game I want to trade isn't on the site, what gives?
While rare, there have been some games recently not showing up in the online estimator. You can always check in-store to see if the price is in their system and simply not online, but that is unlikely to be the case. When Best Buy doesn't have a game on file they can offer $1 as a generic SKU, but that's it. New releases appear to be added on Tuesday evenings. Many new releases are taking upwards of a week or more to be added to the site.

When do trade-in values update?
No one knows for sure, but major updates seem to come on Sunday and Tuesday nights (or at least have in the past). Sometimes an update will happen randomly, such as when GameStop has an advertised sale for a game well below Best Buy's trade in price.

What will be the TIV of Game X tomorrow/next week / next month/ etc
Nobody knows.

If I locked in a trade online, and the value drops, will I still get the locked in value when I mail it in?
Yes. You will get the locked in TIV as long as the item is received within 14 days of you locking it in (and the item is in the condition you described it as).

Can you lock in the price online then trade it in-store?
No.

Is there a limit to how many games I can trade in?
Officially, Best Buy only accepts 3 copies of a game, per system (i.e. you could trade in 3 copies of a game for Xbox, 3 copies for PS3 and 3 for Wii). This is for sure the online policy, but it varies in stores. Some people have reported being banned for trading in more than 3 copies of games, others have done so frequently without issue. Obviously it is YMMV, but do so at your own risk.

Can I trade game disc only, or do I need the case and manuals, too?
Best Buy accepts disc only games (for the same value as complete games). The trade in will take longer though as the employee will have to look up the games individually.

Can I trade in games that say "Not for Resale" on the back?
Yes, since the only thing that matters is the disc. Some employees will fight this though, and in that case, just trade the game in as disc-only.

Does Best Buy accept game hardware?
Currently Best Buy only accepts various versions of the Nintendo DS in store, but word is that will change soon.

Does the **% bonuses apply to game hardware?
No, games only.

When I do a in-store trade, I am asked: to be fingerprinted, to have my photo taken, how much I weigh, etc. What's the deal?
Pawn shop laws regulating trade-ins and resale of used goods varies from state to state or city to city. It is not Best Buy's rule, and varies from store to store depending on where you live. At a minimum you'll likely need a state ID.

I went to a store to do a trade-in and they asked for a Best Buy receipt. WTF?
Some stores are required to have receipts to accept trade-ins, again this is due to local Pawn shop laws and could vary from city to city. You can always check if the store(s) near you require a receipt on Best Buy's trade-in site.

Can I trade sealed games?
Yes. You must present your receipt for the sealed games you are trading in. It is ok if the purchase was made from another store. You do run the risk of drawing extra attention to yourself as trading in sealed products is often a sign of theft. Do not be surprised if this is questioned by an employee, or you are asked to leave, open the items and return.
 
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Well, hey mans its not that bad... you could still break even.. like just sell the codes, and err... trade 3 copies of each game for both systems towards a pre-order. I must say i'm a bit surprised the tiv is that low, but with the 60% I doubt they want to give anyone more than 40$ for a game.
 
[quote name='iRandom']No, I prematurely bought 8 copies for $25 each[/QUOTE]

$25 each? You might want to check your math on that.
 
[quote name='cheeky']$25 each? You might want to check your math on that.[/QUOTE]

Shh just let him flex his epeen.

Besides it will just end up as a pissing match at best.
 
Credit mover or decent deal for a nice game or filler to hit $25:

Amazon to Best Buy
Tiger Woods PGA Tour 11 :ps3: (Like New) - $9.79/$9.99 -> $10 after 25%
 
Damn I bought a dozen copies of BF3 with the idea of trading them back in. Why would BBY have such a NORMAL TIV for a new game? What are they trying to do anyway? Run a business or something? Don't they want to be like craigslist?

By the way I paid $10 ea. for my dozen BF3's. :roll:
 
[quote name='Jimmienoman']Shh just let him flex his epeen.

Besides it will just end up as a pissing match at best.[/QUOTE]

Without a doubt he is a known BSer and troll...:roll:
 
Guys, I get that a few games premiered with a TIV of $25+, and by a few I mean like 4, but that by no means guarantees every game will start there. Amazon, which typically has the 2nd best prices compared to BB, has it for $30. So if all you care about is the base value than you trade it for $5 more there. Me, I would plan to trade it with a pre-order bonus and get $40 for it which is pretty much unheard of.

Yeah... that BB trade-in ship has long since sailed away.

I will say though that Amazon nearly has BB beat, even with the bonus for Arkham City.
 
[quote name='BudzMcGee']Guys, I get that a few games premiered with a TIV of $25+, and by a few I mean like 4, but that by no means guarantees every game will start there. Amazon, which typically has the 2nd best prices compared to BB, has it for $30. So if all you care about is the base value than you trade it for $5 more there. Me, I would plan to trade it with a pre-order bonus and get $40 for it which is pretty much unheard of.

Yeah... that BB trade-in ship has long since sailed away.

I will say though that Amazon nearly has BB beat, even with the bonus for Akrham City.[/QUOTE]
You forgot to mention the joy of dealing with NorScam via Amazon trades-ins. :lol:
 
[quote name='BudzMcGee']Guys, I get that a few games premiered with a TIV of $25+, and by a few I mean like 4, but that by no means guarantees every game will start there. Amazon, which typically has the 2nd best prices compared to BB, has it for $30. So if all you care about is the base value than you trade it for $5 more there. Me, I would plan to trade it with a pre-order bonus and get $40 for it which is pretty much unheard of.

Yeah... that BB trade-in ship has long since sailed away.[/QUOTE]

Sailed away? There are plenty of flips to be done at BB right now using their 60% preorder trade in value (50% + 10% Gamers Club).
 
[quote name='wargod']Sailed away? There are plenty of flips to be done at BB right now using their 60% preorder trade in value (50% + 10% Gamers Club).[/QUOTE]

True but flips aren't as profitable as they once were.
 
[quote name='wargod']Sailed away? There are plenty of flips to be done at BB right now using their 60% preorder trade in value (50% + 10% Gamers Club).[/QUOTE]


Clearly, based on the fact I had just written an entire paragraph before that line about how it's actually still a pretty good TIV, I was being sarcastic.

Or was it TLDR?
 
[quote name='BudzMcGee']Clearly, based on the fact I had just written an entire paragraph before that line about how it's actually still a pretty good TIV, I was being sarcastic.

Or was it TLDR?[/QUOTE]

I read it, I just missed the sarcasm.
 
You guys really just need to know where to look. Crying about base TIVs being 25 instead of 30 doesn't mean anything; so you can't profit off new releases by selling the DLC, big deal.

There are still many titles which yield 50-80% ROI, but they take time and effort. If you can't be fucked well then you shouldn't be flipping for profit.

The constant bitching and expectation of being handed money on a silver platter... I must've missed something. Is that what being a CAG is about nowadays?
 
[quote name='PrinnyOtaku']The constant bitching and expectation of being handed money on a silver platter... I must've missed something. Is that what being a CAG is about nowadays?[/QUOTE]

Pretty much. That in addition to America's sense of self entitlement and the clear message being sent is "no child left behind." Today's younger society here in the states is weak and rather embarrassing as are those that stand behind that message.

I'm not a supporter of this ideology. Better to fail and learn from mistakes than to expect a handout.

Hell, software developers aren't even allowed to make a FPS with a decent skill curve anymore (unlike Halo and Counter strike) because kids were having horrible kill/death ratios and everyone has to be a winner so that the game companies can make more profit.

Yep, everyone has to be a winner but doesn't want to put the time and effort into something whether it's a game, or a sport, or whatever. Lebron James is a prime example. Relies on athletic ability but can't handle the pressure on the big stage because of a lack of discipline, and therefore fails on the big stage.

That's who these kids have to look up to, LOL.

Failure is a part of life. Embrace it and except it instead of just quitting like every other noob who's asking for a handout. If they can't handle a simple loss on a video game flip, how the hell are they going to handle a real life issue LOL!
 
[quote name='wargod']Pretty much. That in addition to America's sense of self entitlement and the clear message being sent is "no child left behind." Today's younger society here in the states is weak and rather embarrassing as are those that stand behind that message.

I'm not a supporter of this ideology. Better to fail and learn from mistakes than to expect a handout.

Hell, software developers aren't even allowed to make a FPS with a decent skill curve anymore (unlike Halo and Counter strike) because kids were having horrible kill/death ratios and everyone has to be a winner so that the game companies can make more profit.

Yep, everyone has to be a winner but doesn't want to put the time and effort into something whether it's a game, or a sport, or whatever. Lebron James is a prime example. Relies on athletic ability but can't handle the pressure on the big stage because of a lack of discipline, and therefore fails on the big stage.

That's who these kids have to look up to, LOL.

Failure is a part of life. Embrace it and except it instead of just quitting like every other noob who's asking for a handout. If they can't handle a simple loss on a video game flip, how the hell are they going to handle a real life issue LOL![/QUOTE]

My god, I can't believe Lebron James has been mentioned in this thread. It's amazing how people who have achieved basically nothing in their lives love calling people chokers and talk like they know what pressure is all about.
 
[quote name='PrinnyOtaku']You guys really just need to know where to look. Crying about base TIVs being 25 instead of 30 doesn't mean anything; so you can't profit off new releases by selling the DLC, big deal.

There are still many titles which yield 50-80% ROI, but they take time and effort. If you can't be fucked well then you shouldn't be flipping for profit.

The constant bitching and expectation of being handed money on a silver platter... I must've missed something. Is that what being a CAG is about nowadays?[/QUOTE]

Even at that. Many got BF3 for $60 with $20 credit or is part of their 5/$100. Making it $40. With all bonuses it will trade in for $40. Seems like BBY is still worth it to me.

This also doesn't take into account that you get to keep the preorder DLC(usually $15 value) and the online pass ($10 value or $25 in the BF3 LE case).

Is it what it once was, no. But I would hardly say it's not worth it anymore. At the least it's a free rental that you get the online pass and DLC to keep or sell.
 
[quote name='arsenal_fan']My god, I can't believe Lebron James has been mentioned in this thread. It's amazing how people who have achieved basically nothing in their lives love calling people chokers and talk like they know what pressure is all about.[/QUOTE]

The nature of a sports fan lol
 
Guys can we let this go, and get back on topic. Who cares if people think trade in sucks, if u can find good trade in, then trade that sh*t in and ignore the whiners. No reason to call anyone out and start a 10 page discussion about how good BB trade in and how to be a winner.
 
[quote name='arsenal_fan']My god, I can't believe Lebron James has been mentioned in this thread. It's amazing how people who have achieved basically nothing in their lives love calling people chokers and talk like they know what pressure is all about.[/QUOTE]

Calling Lebron James a choker isn't an assumption. It's a fact that has been proven though his actual game play. One doesn't need to be an NBA player themselves to comprehend that simple fact.
 
[quote name='wargod']Pretty much. That in addition to America's sense of self entitlement and the clear message being sent is "no child left behind." Today's younger society here in the states is weak and rather embarrassing as are those that stand behind that message.

I'm not a supporter of this ideology. Better to fail and learn from mistakes than to expect a handout.

Hell, software developers aren't even allowed to make a FPS with a decent skill curve anymore (unlike Halo and Counter strike) because kids were having horrible kill/death ratios and everyone has to be a winner so that the game companies can make more profit.

Yep, everyone has to be a winner but doesn't want to put the time and effort into something whether it's a game, or a sport, or whatever. Lebron James is a prime example. Relies on athletic ability but can't handle the pressure on the big stage because of a lack of discipline, and therefore fails on the big stage.

That's who these kids have to look up to, LOL.

Failure is a part of life. Embrace it and except it instead of just quitting like every other noob who's asking for a handout. If they can't handle a simple loss on a video game flip, how the hell are they going to handle a real life issue LOL![/QUOTE]
In response to your first point. No child left behind just means public schools must give yearly standardized test and improve their scores from the previous years. If they continuously fail to do so, the government takes over and basically fires all current staff then replaces them.
At the point of "software developers blah blah easy mode" mentality of yours you're wrong. If anything games like Gears Of War, Battlefield, Reach, TF2, and others do have a skill curve. You can't just pick up and play any of those. Obviously if youve played games like them before youre going to do better. If not you'll do terrible.

Your "Lebron James" theory is a single case. Obviously some people are like that. Not everyone is.

Next, can we stay on topic?
 
[quote name='wargod']Calling Lebron James a choker isn't an assumption. It's a fact that has been proven though his actual game play. One doesn't need to be an NBA player themselves to comprehend that simple fact.[/QUOTE]

Imagine the pressure when the entire country wants you to fail. You my friend post like a 12 year old. That my friend is a fact. Anyway, this is not the forum/thread for NBA discussions. So I'm out.
 
[quote name='kouleefoh']Guys can we let this go, and get back on topic. Who cares if people think trade in sucks, if u can find good trade in, then trade that sh*t in and ignore the whiners. No reason to call anyone out and start a 10 page discussion about how good BB trade in and how to be a winner.[/QUOTE]

Well said my friend :)

So any hints by bestbuy that they are going to have an assassins creed trade in deal ?
 
[quote name='strait edge follower']Well said my friend :)

So any hints by bestbuy that they are going to have an assassins creed trade in deal ?[/QUOTE]
I thought they already do have it for 50%, maybe I'm wrong. Either way, after Uncharted 3 (my 5th game), I won't be picking up any more pre-orders. Not interested in MW3, ACR and SR3 I can wait for a drop (hell I still haven't finished AC2, and never played SR series).
 
[quote name='kouleefoh']I thought they already do have it for 50%, maybe I'm wrong. Either way, after Uncharted 3 (my 5th game), I won't be picking up any more pre-orders. Not interested in MW3, ACR and SR3 I can wait for a drop (hell I still haven't finished AC2, and never played SR series).[/QUOTE]
Saint's Row 2 was absolutely INSANE. You had all sorts of vehicles you could drive in it, from SWAT tanks(w/ cannon) to planes to 'honeywagons'(aka sewage pumping trucks). One of the side missions actually included the use of said 'honeywagon'. You had to go around spraying shit on some buildings/people in the mission. Mind ya, the chick giving you the order to spray it was VERY annoying with how repetitive she was. But I just turned the volume down on my tv when playing and that eliminated that.;)

Here's a sample of those missions.;)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mtLJi3v0jhM
 
It's already up on the BB trade in site:

50% Bonus with Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Pre-order/Purchase
Get a 50% extra trade-in credit when you Pre-order/Purchase Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Offer expires 11/12/2011
 
[quote name='jbz']It's already up on the BB trade in site:

50% Bonus with Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Pre-order/Purchase
Get a 50% extra trade-in credit when you Pre-order/Purchase Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Offer expires 11/12/2011[/QUOTE]

Yeah, I knew of that one, was hoping for some other ones...they bombard you one week with multiple games, then the next, just the one...Odd monkeys, those best buy folks can be..
 
[quote name='vicks']Any rumblings of next weeks trade in bumps/deals? Got to finish off my preorders for the 5/100...[/QUOTE]

all the pre-order bonuses seem to be up to date in the OP.
 
Anyone who was thinking of picking up War in the North this week via Amazon or the @Gamer coupon... the TIV is already up on the website: $20.

No free rental for me :(
 
[quote name='Hoos First']Uncharted 3 TIV is $25[/QUOTE]

Rage TIV is still $26. There is no way Uncharted3 TIV should be lower than Rage. That's lame.
 
[quote name='foreinter']Rage TIV is still $26. There is no way Uncharted3 TIV should be lower than Rage. That's lame.[/QUOTE]

Battlefield is $25 too. I think that's the new default.
 
[quote name='DudeImGodly']Guys its a dollar. Shut the fuck up about a dollar.[/QUOTE]

Word. If you are complaining about a dollar then you don't have your priorities in life straightened out. Id worry about your future
 
When Rage first came out, the TIV for them are $30. With the 60% preorder bonus, you can get $48 for new release game. But now for BF3 and UC3, you can only get $40 with preorder bonus. It's not a dollar but 8. It's worth complaining. My point is BBY tradein is not as attractive as before.
 
[quote name='foreinter']When Rage first came out, the TIV for them are $30. With the 60% preorder bonus, you can get $48 for new release game. But now for BF3 and UC3, you can only get $40 with preorder bonus. It's not a dollar but 8. It's worth complaining. My point is BBY tradein is not as attractive as before.[/QUOTE]

Touche'
 
haha at that $1 bitching, it can buy a value menu meal though D:


I hope NBA 2k12 stays $26 til next week, getting it from goozex and a $39 after 50% boost is good enough for me.
 
[quote name='DudeImGodly']Guys its a dollar. Shut the fuck up about a dollar.[/QUOTE]

I think you are entirely missing the point. It simply makes no sense that Rage gets more than Uncharted 3 - whether it is $1 or $20.
 
[quote name='io']I think you are entirely missing the point. It simply makes no sense that Rage gets more than Uncharted 3 - whether it is $1 or $20.[/QUOTE]


ouch, touche'
 
[quote name='io']I think you are entirely missing the point. It simply makes no sense that Rage gets more than Uncharted 3 - whether it is $1 or $20.[/QUOTE]
And NHL '12 which has been on sale at multiple places the last few weeks still sits at $26.
 
[quote name='io']I think you are entirely missing the point. It simply makes no sense that Rage gets more than Uncharted 3 - whether it is $1 or $20.[/QUOTE]

I can't believe I'm agreeing with Dudeimgodly but I don't know why people bother to compare two TIVs. That's what makes no sense. There's a lot of factors at play. And it could simply be a matter of supply and demand.

If Uncharted 3 sells tons more units than rage, it also means there's a ton more SUPPLY. Which means it should get less in TIV. Or maybe a lot of people locked it in online.

Or if they think they can resell the particular title more readily they might pay more for it. They could be wrong. But it's just an algorithm they use. It's not perfect but it is what it is.

It's not as if Madden 12 gets less than Madden 11. Then I'd see the point of the complaining.
 
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