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Old thread, new thread here: http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?p=8775793

WHEN REPORTING TRADE-IN VALUES PLEASE POST BASE VALUES & SYSTEM IT IS FOR.

First post contains promo information & useful information and frequently asked questions. The second post is blank currently but is there for expansion or to revert back to the way things were. Third post has the 360/Wii/PS3 values. Fourth post has the PS2/GC values. Fifth post has DS/PSP values. Sixth post has hardware/accessory values for all systems.

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:

[quote name='Anonymous GameStop Employee']Trade 3 for 10 is extended.
50 for ps3/xb360 towards new hardware is extended.
25% power trade for Madden and Gears
40% more towards Rage (not yet confirmed but thats what i am told)

50% more towards preowned ends
40% towards e3 titles ends.[/QUOTE]


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


Trade 3 for an extra $10 (Ends 8/21/11)
[quote name='GameStop.com']Trade any 3 360, PS3, Wii, DS, PSP or 3DS games and get an extra $10 in-store credit.

Games with a trade value less than $2.00 are excluded from offer. Offer valid only toward games normally accepted in trade. Offer not good on cash trades. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Trade-ins subject to manager approval. Offer subject to change at anytime. See store associate for details. No dealers. Offer valid 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 Hardware Bonus Toward New Hardware (Ends 8/21/11)
[quote name='GameStop.com']Get $50 extra in-store credit on any Xbox 360 or PS3 system traded toward any new hardware.

Offer valid toward the purchase of new hardware only. Offer not good on cash trades. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full 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]


Power Trade 25% - Gears of War 3, Madden 2012 or Rage (Ends 8/21/11)
[quote name='GameStop.com']Power Trade: Get a 25% trade bonus on any games traded toward a new copy of Gears of War 3, Madden 2012 or RAGE.

Full trade value amount must be applied toward pre-order/purchase of a new copy of Gears of War 3, Madden 2012 or RAGE. While supplies last. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Trade-ins subject to manager approval. Offer valid only toward games normally accepted in trade. See store associate for details. No dealers. Offer valid 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]


$30 NCAA to Madden Rollover Coupon (Ends 9/4/11)
[quote name='GameStop.com']Get $30 in-store credit for NCAA 2012 when traded toward the purchase of Madden NFL 2012.

Coupon required, limit 1 coupon per customer. Coupon must be surrendered upon use. Trade value amount must be applied toward reserve/purchase of a new Madden '12. Trade must be in full working condition to receive full value. Offer not valid toward cash trades. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Trade-ins subject to manager approval. See store associate for details. No dealers. Offer valid 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.Offer expires 09/04/11[/QUOTE]

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

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.

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='JaylisJayP']Do you need DS cases to get the most value out of DS game trades? I assume the answer is no since they trash the cases anyway but I just wanted to double check.[/QUOTE]

Dick Answer: If they accept disc only games what makes you think you need a case for your cart only games?
Indifferent Answer: No you don't.
Friendly Answer: No you don't need the cases, but if the game is popular it helps other people have complete copies when they buy it from them (GS) :)
 
[quote name='DudeImGodly']
Friendly Answer: No you don't need the cases, but if the game is popular it helps other people have complete copies when they buy it from them (GS) :)[/QUOTE]
Only if they keep the cases. Every GameStop in my area trashes the cases for DS games. :cry:
 
[quote name='CaptainJoel']Only if they keep the cases. Every GameStop in my area trashes the cases for DS games. :cry:[/QUOTE]

really? Mine has part of the wall dedicated to DS Cases.
:shock:
 
[quote name='CaptainJoel']Only if they keep the cases. Every GameStop in my area trashes the cases for DS games. :cry:[/QUOTE]

That's what I was thinking...so I could then keep the cases and actually offer them to some people who want them but might've bought the games at gamestop without them.
 
[quote name='DudeImGodly']Another tip for people that like to use the HDMI flipping strat
GS Policy is 6 per Member Per Year,
Ive traded in about 25...
I Think they start cracking down around 36.[/QUOTE]

Are you just making up policy too now? Lol
 
If anyone is considering buying a new Xbox 360 from Gamestop in Vermont or northern New Hampshire, plan on getting a defective one. I'm on my 4th console in 4 days from 3 different stores (Lebanon, NH, Berlin, VT and Burlington, VT).

First console couldn't connect via wifi (spent 4 hours with Xbox support trying to resolve this, and they confirmed it was a problem with the console), second console had problems with the disc tray opening, and the third had a wicked rattle coming from the disc spinner. Hopefully the 4th console works out.

Each console (250GB slim model) had a manufacture date of 3/21/11, so I'm thinking Gamestop got a bad batch. The Berlin, VT store wanted me to send in my console to Microsoft instead of exchanging it.
 
[quote name='chw2006']Traded these in today for PS3

GTA IV: Episodes from Liberty City - $10
Resident Evil 5 - $8
Vanquish - $5
Battlefield Bad Company 2 - $15
Infamous - $10
LBP - $8[/QUOTE]

Just FYI - Vanquish for PS3 currently trades in at Amazon for $14... (it has been in the range of 11-12 recently.) Always makes sense to comparison shop the trade in values.
 
Any good flip deals between gs and bb? I want to unload my copy of marvel vs capcom 3 because crap com still wants to milk people for the fighting games but I don't know the best place to let it go.
 
Payed off Uncharted 3 with the 40% + %10 PUR bonus. I love how i don't get taxed when i pay the whole amount off with credit
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Xbox 360
Kinect Sports 22
Dance Central 20
 
Traded in 3 games today 7/6/11 (All base TIV)
PS 3
Naruto: Ultimate Ninja storm 2 = 15$
Super Street Fighter 4 = 10$

Xbox 360
Super Street Fighter 4:Arcade Edition = 16$

With the 40% + 10 % PUR, total is 61.50$
 
I used the $25 console trade in promo and the 40% coupon + 10% PUR for the following stuff and received $120.82. (all base prices as of 6 July 2011)

Xbox 360
Guitar Hero 3 - $0.10
Guitar Hero 2 - $0.25
Ace Combat 6 - $7
Call of Duty World at War - $9
Bully: Scholarship Edition - $9
Prey - $0.25
Rainbow Six Vegas 2 - $2.50
Battlefield Bad Company - $1
Tomb Raider Anniversary - $2.50

PS3
NHL 2K7 - $0.15
Brothers in Arms: Hell's Highway - $2.50
Warhawk (Game Only) - $1.50

PSP
Sid Meier's Pirates! - $2
Family Guy: Freakin Sweet Collection - $0.40
PSP Slim System (2000) - $25
PSP Memory Stick PRO Duo 4GB - $7
PSP Car Adapter - $1.25
PSP Slim Headphones w/remote - $1
PSP Slim Component Cables - $1.75
 
[quote name='FuzTurtle']There is a $50 extra in-store credit when you trade in your xbox360 or ps3 toward the purchase of a new system, this coupon is behind the 2500 pre- owned games under $20 flyer in store.[/QUOTE]

Can someone else confirm this? I'm looking to get a new Xbox, and this seems like a good deal, but it's the first I've heard of it.
 
[quote name='duckalope']Can someone else confirm this? I'm looking to get a new Xbox, and this seems like a good deal, but it's the first I've heard of it.[/QUOTE]

It's true.
 
Got this in my email if you can read it. Dont live anywhere close but maybe some atlantans can take advantage.

The best in games, accessories and more is on its way. That's right: a brand-new GameStop is opening on the Georgia Tech Campus in Technology Square at 62 5th Street, Atlanta, GA 30308.

To help you celebrate this occasion, we're giving you Buy 2 Get 1 Free* plus 50% bonus credit** on game trades all weekend - Saturday, July 9, and Sunday, July 10!

Be there Saturday, July 9, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., to help us open our newest GameStop location. The free Pizza Hut™ pizza† will be extra cheesy and the cold NOS Energy drinks will be flowing so that everyone has a grand time at our grand opening!
 
[quote name='killercane']Got this in my email if you can read it. Dont live anywhere close but maybe some atlantans can take advantage.

The best in games, accessories and more is on its way. That's right: a brand-new GameStop is opening on the Georgia Tech Campus in Technology Square at 62 5th Street, Atlanta, GA 30308.

To help you celebrate this occasion, we're giving you Buy 2 Get 1 Free* plus 50% bonus credit** on game trades all weekend - Saturday, July 9, and Sunday, July 10!

Be there Saturday, July 9, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., to help us open our newest GameStop location. The free Pizza Hut™ pizza† will be extra cheesy and the cold NOS Energy drinks will be flowing so that everyone has a grand time at our grand opening! [/QUOTE]

The best in games, accessories and more is on its way. That's right: a brand-new GameStop is opening on the Georgia Tech Campus in Technology Square at 62 5th Street, Atlanta, GA 30308.

To help you celebrate this occasion, we're giving you Buy 2 Get 1 Free* plus 50% bonus credit** on game trades all weekend - Saturday, July 9, and Sunday, July 10!

Be there Saturday, July 9, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., to help us open our newest GameStop location. The free Pizza Hut™ pizza† will be extra cheesy and the cold NOS Energy drinks will be flowing so that everyone has a grand time at our grand opening!


Fixed.
 
From 7/6/11:

:ds: Animal Crossing: Wild World - $10.00
:ps3: Medal of Honor - $8.00
:360: Dead to Rights: Retribution - $8.00
:360: Super Street Fighter IV - $10.00
:wii: Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II - $8.00
:wii: Super Mario Galaxy 2 - $22.00
 
Are people really trading in games for 15 cents, 50 cents? Lol, what in the world is the point of that? I don't care if I'll never play a game again, it's like throwing it in the trash.
 
[quote name='JaylisJayP']Are people really trading in games for 15 cents, 50 cents? Lol, what in the world is the point of that? I don't care if I'll never play a game again, it's like throwing it in the trash.[/QUOTE]
I'd flip them.
 
[quote name='JaylisJayP']Are people really trading in games for 15 cents, 50 cents? Lol, what in the world is the point of that? I don't care if I'll never play a game again, it's like throwing it in the trash.[/QUOTE]

People like me use it as a filler for the tier trades when you need 5 or 7+ games to qualify for a promo. And I wind up doing it because people gave them away to me.
 
Got $70 for my old launch 360 with controller (No HDD). Hopefully, a golden Wiimote Zelda Skyward bundle is announced, so I can pay it off with this store credit.
 
[quote name='Gamer4life88']Payed off Uncharted 3 with the 40% + %10 PUR bonus. I love how i don't get taxed when i pay the whole amount off with credit
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Xbox 360
Kinect Sports 22
Dance Central 20[/QUOTE]


I live in Cailf anfd I still get tax when I preorder the game with trade in and paid in full WTF!!!!!

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Tradein
Kinect sport 22
dace central 20
 
[quote name='stuntrogue']I live in Cailf anfd I still get tax when I preorder the game with trade in and paid in full WTF!!!!!

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Tradein
Kinect sport 22
dace central 20[/QUOTE]

Same reason we get charged sales tax for the whole amount of cellphones, instead of price after rebate...
 
got one of those 40% extra trade in coupons. also have a B2G1 for renewing PUR. both expire end o July so I have to look for a flip if I want to use the B2G1 coupon. I wish PUR just posted the coupon to your account and you "redeem" it when you want to.
 
[quote name='stuntrogue']I live in Cailf anfd I still get tax when I preorder the game with trade in and paid in full WTF!!!!!
[/QUOTE]

Did you read the first and second posts? JP did a nice job gathering all this information in the past year or so, including a list of states in which GS does and does not charges sales tax when paying with credit. In California, and Michigan for me, GS is required to collect tax. In many other states, they do not. This varies depending on state law. Check the FAQs in the second post for a complete list.
 
[quote name='NOFX232']Base values

9 Hours, 9 Persons, 9 Doors (DS) - $8
Super Monkey Ball (3DS) - $12

Got $30 after bonuses[/QUOTE]

You traded in 999 for a mere $12?
 
question??
I need to return some games to gamestop but do i have to pay for shipping the games back to them or do they provide me with a return label.

the packaging list says its a return label on the bottom, but it seems to me like this is just the address that i have to send the items back to and that I'm the one who will have to pay for shipping.

if anyone can help me out thanks in advance. I wrote to gamestop yesterday but haven't gotten an answer yet.
 
HDMI cables are up to $5 a piece.

Following games still holding their values today:

:ps3:
Battlefield: Bad Company 2
Dead to Rights: Retribution


:360:
Dance Central
 
7/7/11

PS3 Base:
Fight Night Champion $18
Dynasty Warriors 7 $18
Monopoly Street $15
Sonic Ultimate Genesis Collection $5
Lego Star Wars: Complete Saga $9

Xbox 360:
Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm 2 $15

was also able to cancel my e3 trade in and got full credit back on my card.
 
[quote name='Guerrilla']7/7/11
:ps3: Portal 2 - $22
:ps3: Mortal Kombat - $23

After 40% coupon and 10% power bonus, I got $67.50. :whee:[/QUOTE]

Whoa, since when did they increased Portal 2 TIV to 22?? Just 1 month ago, it was only 15 :roll:
 
[quote name='praxus07']Meant the 40%, mistyped LOL. I'll try printing it out and see if they take it instore.....Hopefully I can get rid of these fighting games a friend gave me for something more useful.[/QUOTE]


They had these coupons in-store when I went, and there was a barcode for them to scan on there. They literally had a pad/stack of these coupons.
 
Next Promo
[quote name='Anonymous GameStop Employee']The next gamestop trade promos are:

40% more towards select E3 titles continues.
$50 more when you trade in a Ps3 or XB360 towards a new hardware purchase
Trade 3 get 10 1.50 and below are excluded.[/QUOTE]
 
Guys 4 days ago I got a new game from GS but it was not sealed or anything. I wanted to gift it to someone and removed the GS sticker. Turns out that someone already has the game and now I want to return it. You think they'll give me problems saying this game was new and opened so you can't return or whatever?
 
Does anyone think the $50 more trade in will this work if I want to trade in my ps3 for a Vita Preorder?
 
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