GameStop TIV/Promos XXVI: Values available on Android/iOS app. Games with guaranteed $40/$30 and more!

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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/hardware for Microsoft devices. Third post has the values for games/hardware for Nintendo consoles and the fourth post has the values for Nintendo handhelds. Fifth post has the values for games/hardware for Sony consoles and the sixth post has the values for Sony handhelds.

Instructions on finding games in the database and inputting the values from different sections can be found in my blog post here: http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/blog.php?b=14143. I would put the entire post in the thread but this is already kind of a large post.

WHEN POSTING VALUES:

Please try to follow the example below if possible. If you feel the need to use the system icons, please only use them once at and at the top of the list. Also always post the system it's for even if it's only on one system or the value will not get updated. I don't always know it and I'm doing these updates from work to keep them as updated as often as possible so I can't spend time searching for that info.

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PS3

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Current Promotions/Information:

From GameStop employees on CAG:

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

Guaranteed $30/$40 on select games (Varying End Dates)
GameStop.com said:
Rotating promo list found at http://www.gamestop.com/collection/trade-in
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$125 in credit on PS3/360 traded towards New PS4 (Ends 11/9/14)
GameStop.com said:
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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, 18, 19, 20, 21,22,23,24,25

Can I trade-in sealed games?
No. You might come across the rare GameStop that would let you do it, but they are going to open them anyway.

I don't want to get hassled about the values I post, how can I get the information out there?
If you do not feel comfortable or willing to put the values in the thread you have two options available. You can input them in the TIV tracker or you can send them to me via PM. Either way the database and these lists will be updated. Putting them into the TIV tracker does save me some time later on.

Do trade-ins have to have their original case, insert and manual?
No, however it will be YMMV on if they charge you a refurbish fee for them in that condition. Most GameStops wont charge a fee but there are some that charge for incomplete games.

Will they accept my game if it is really beat up?
YMMV. It really all depends upon the employee you get. Some will charge refurbish fees, some wont, some wont accept the game and others just take them without a second glance.

What are the refurb fees on games?
There appears to be set prices for set value ranges. We aren't 100% certain on the splits just yet. Here is what we have currently:
$0.25-$2 Value: $0.75 Refurb Fee
$2.01-$4 Value: $1 Refurb Fee
$4.01-$7 Value: $2 Refurb Fee
$7.01-$10 Value: $3 Refurb Fee
$10.01 & Higher Value: $4 Refurb Fee
This information isn't guaranteed by any mean and we are still working on nailing it down.

What are the refurb fees on consoles?
They are listed in the hardware TIV section, highlight in red.

I have a Collector's/Limited/Special edition of a game, do I have to trade-in all of the extras?
No, but there are a handful of games that their variations have separate listings at GameStop: Madden 09 Anniversary Edition, Battlefield: Bad Company Gold Edition, and a few others.

Why didn't the percent bonus go for my accessory for a system that was included?
Unless stated otherwise, and they are rarely included, the bonuses never apply to accessories. Except the PowerUp Rewards card of course.

I traded in a bunch of games for the "Trade X, get $X bonus" promo and it gave me the percentage bonus instead?
I can't give concretes on why this happens. GameStop computers are normally pretty good at giving you the better promo. In the case of a percentage bonus being run at the same time as a "Trade X, get $X" promo, things can get messy. The system appears to only give one promo on games per transaction so if you had a few games that you want to go to the percentage bonus and a stack for the "Trade X, Get $X" it will regularly apply the percentage to all of the games. Your best bet is to do all "Trade X, Get $X" games in one transaction on their own. The GameStop clerk may say that the system will figure it all out, tell them you want a separate transaction anyway. As always, check your receipt before you leave the store.

Can I trade in multiple copies of the same game?
YMMV. The official policy is no, but there are some GameStops that overlook that rule.

What all do I have to trade in for a console trade-in?
Xbox 360: Console Unit, power brick, A/V Cables, Controller (wired/wireless)
Wii: Console Unit, Power Cable, A/V Cables, Wiimote, Nunchuck, Sensor Bar
Playstation 3: Console Unit, Power Cable, A/V Cable, Controller, USB Cable
PSP: Handheld, A/C Adapter
Nintendo DS/DSLite/DSi: Handheld, A/C Adapter, Stylus

Can I trade in a defective/broken console?
For the most part yes. If it powers on but doesn't play games, they will take the console as a refurb unit and put a refurb fee on the console. The refurb fee on the console will vary on the price of the console so those numbers will change. You are still required to trade in everything required listed in the question directly above.

What is the difference between PowerUp Rewards and PowerUp Rewards Pro?
The basic card is free and only allows you to acrew points when spending money. The Pro card costs $14.99 and is basically the same as the previous EDGE program.

How much does a PowerUp Rewards Pro subscription cost?
It costs $14.99 and is good for a year. It also comes with a 1-year subscription to Game Informer magazine.

What bonuses come with having an PowerUp Rewards Pro card?
You will get an extra 10% trade-in credit on the base value of the game, extra 10% off the purchase of pre-owned games and 10% off new strategy guides.

Does the Power Up Rewards Card give me a bonus on hardware trade-ins?
No. You will only get the bonus for games and accessories.

What if I want cash instead of credit, what do they deduct?
If you decide that you want cash instead of credit, they will take 20% off the base values and promos will not apply.

Does promo "....." have a minimum trade-in value?
If the promo has a minimum trade-in value requirement, it will be listed in the promo. If it isn't there, then there is no limit. However, as with all trades, they are subject to manager approval so the manager could have setup his own little rule-set requiring a minimum of whatever.

I used a Power Trade promo for a pre-order, can I cancel that pre-order and get the credit or move it to another game I want?
Yes on both accounts. However, if you do a bunch of the power trades and just straight drop the pre-order you could create some ill-will between yourself and the employees you cancel on. However, if you look at the wordings on promos, they can remove the bonus trade-in value if they decide to.

I just tried to use a promo that has a select list of games eligible, but they say my game isn't eligible anymore, what gives?
Basically they have the right to change the eligible games at any time. They tend to update these frequently so as to lock out any easy/cheap games. It's best to check the eligible list the day of your trade.

Can I stack two different trade-in promos?
No. The only thing that will stack with trade-ins is your PowerUp Rewards card. Some will report success, but this requires a manual override and is very YMMV.

If I pay for an item using all credit on my card, do I have to pay sales tax?
This varies depending upon the state you live in.

If I buy a used copy of a game that requires an online pass for multiplayer, will it come with an online pass?
If you purchase a used title published by either Sony or WB you get an online pass from GS on your receipt. That's also why the used copies are $55 instead of $48 when the MSRP is $60. No GS issued passes of games published by EA, THQ, etc. On those titles you're totally dependent on the previous owner not using the code.

What states charge sales tax on purchases paid in full with credit and which ones don't?
Charge Sales Tax on Credit Purchases: Alabama, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Hawaii, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, Nevada, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, West Virginia
Does Not Charge Sales Tax on Credit Purchases: Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Delaware, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, South Carolina, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming
May or May Not Charge, Depending Upon County: Florida,

My state doesn't charge sales tax on purchases made by credit, why is gamestop.com charging me tax?
It is just the way they have designed their system. The best theory we have seen is that since you are only inputting the number off of the back of the card, it isn't going to pick up the programming from the specially tagged EDGE cards. Some kind of programming that gets input from their system that wont show up when only inputting the number off the back of the card.


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SadPanda99 said:
Something just occurred to me that may end up being very amusing. If folks have been selling the codes on eBay and GS enforce the must have code on original slip rule, there are going to be a lot of very pissed of buyers giving negative feedback to sellers after today.

Greed is so funny when it backfires.
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Ikr
 
ZenithRequiem said:
Lulz I may try to troll on this board but i wouldn't stop someone from trying to make $$$. If people gonna sell the coupons on eBay Idc doesn't affect me at all. I wouldn't do that cause I don't want people doing it to me, now I don't give any fucks what teh cag leet think about this post. It is what it is and I didn't do it or I would've already claimed and jumped up and down already in joy that I did it so go fuck yourself :3
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Dude think about your life right now. You're spending time "trolling" a video game board on a gamestop thread. There's literally no other way you could be spending your time? Negative attention is what you really want? And it's okay to talk like an adult.

 
can someone give me updated TIVs for these?

Mass Effect Trilogy (PS3)

SSX (PS3)

Batman: Arkham City (360)

Bioshock Infinite (360)

Orange Box (360)

Left 4 Dead (360)

Skyrim (360)

Infamous Second Son (PS4)

 
DudeImGodly said:
Dude think about your life right now. You're spending time "trolling" a video game board on a gamestop thread. There's literally no other way you could be spending your time? Negative attention is what you really want? And it's okay to talk like an adult.
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I would agree with you if I wasn't multitasking ;3
 
Just got $78 for Zelda SS and New SMB 2. Zelda SS - Wii base $30. New SMB 2 - 3DS base $16. Second time Trading in Zelda this year and still haven't played it. I'll rebuy it when I see a deal on it. Edit: $73.60 after bonus, don't know what I was thinking.

 
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Well let's say i had a good lunch with my trade ins. Ended up with about $320 in credit and paid off my Destiny Bundle, Season pass, white PS4 controller and the collector strategy guide. 

 
In before duke nukem

Got $316.50 for 12 games D:

With bonus

Pokemon x - $30
Zelda link between worlds - $30
Bravely default - $33
Scribblenauts DC -3DS- $12
NBA 2K14- Xbox one - $30
Assassins creed black flag - Xbox one- $30
Black ops 2- x360 - $30
Mario kart 8- $52
Payday 2- $14
Lego marvel - Xbox one- $27
Black ops 2 - Wii u - $10.50
New super Luigi - $18
 
Got all the expected values with a final total of $179.20 handed the guy a code on a piece of paper with no issues and paid off a couple pre-orders.😃

And thank you Prison Mike!
 
theking20 said:
In before duke nukem

Got $316.50 for 12 games D:

With bonus

Pokemon x - $30
Zelda link between worlds - $30
Bravely default - $33
Scribblenauts DC -3DS- $12
NBA 2K14- Xbox one - $30
Assassins creed black flag - Xbox one- $30
Black ops 2- x360 - $30
Mario kart 8- $52
Payday 2- $14
Lego marvel - Xbox one- $27
Black ops 2 - Wii u - $10.50
New super Luigi - $18
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Base values dude.
 
theking20 said:
In before duke nukem

Got $316.50 for 12 games D:

With bonus

Pokemon x - $30
Zelda link between worlds - $30
Bravely default - $33
Scribblenauts DC -3DS- $12
NBA 2K14- Xbox one - $30
Assassins creed black flag - Xbox one- $30
Black ops 2- x360 - $30
Mario kart 8- $52
Payday 2- $14
Lego marvel - Xbox one- $27
Black ops 2 - Wii u - $10.50
New super Luigi - $18
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You didn't have the membership? Woulda got like $30 more
 
here, if you have trouble giving just the code in store - maybe you can figure some way to make this work in your favor ... here's an  image of an email with most of a code :

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http://imgur.com/XF83ma1

 
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DealSeeker2U said:
Lol! Nope, went to my base store and they know me so I wasn't sweating bullets. I told them I wasn't sure what the games would net so I may take some games back if the trade values weren't what I felt (needed) them to be. Having said that, they looked up the values and told me each one and I only signed off on it once confirmed the base values were what I had seen in ios app. I love my GS employees at my base store, they always work with me.
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I wish I bought more of those PS4 games that were on sale from BB last week. Despite my gut feeling that these were going to net high TIV's this week, I only picked up a small handful. I have a day job so I'm just going to have to watch how this thread develops throughout the day. This has been an amusing thread though to say the least. Prison Mike's gif is very apropos.

DIG - Lay off Zenith. Who else is going to give us constant adapter purchase/TIV updates?

It's a little early to declare anything but I still feel like the TIV's will hold throughout the day. They are definitely getting nerfed come tomorrow though. In the past, some GS trade values have held for the first few days of a promotion. Remember in the corporate world, people don't show up to work until Mondays. Even at a corporate level, the left hand doesn't always talk to the right hand. Otherwise the values would have tanked last night. Unless their system is so archaic that it can't update ahead of time through some timestamp and requires a manual push update the night of. Either way, nice to see lots of cags benefitting. I feel bad for Vig. Sort of :wink:
 
Everything went smooth except I just noticed that she traded in my bordelands goty as regular borderlands so only got $1.50 instead of $10 base. Should I call or go back after work?
 
Megamania said:
Hur dur thats why you do the calculations before you go in lol
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I noticed one or two of mine got keyed in wrong, but the difference was not big enough to go back. It's too hard to keep track during the process and to be precise if you're trading a lot of games. My trade total was $690 so I figured a few dollars of mistakes is excusable.

 
Just traded in six games for nearly $200!! But the employee wouldn't let me trade in two DS and one 3DS game without their cases and he took my only coupon. Hopefully another CAG can give me a coupon before the values nuke
 
Found out I am still banned from trading in at GS, apparently they turned my 6 month ban into a lifetime ban, rather than them removing it last week as I was told by a GS rep over the phone. I guess to WM and BB, my games will go.

 
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SukhShanti said:
Found out I am still banned from trading in at GS, apparently they turned my 6 month ban into a lifetime ban, rather than them removing it last week as I was told by a GS rep over the phone. I guess to WM and BB, my games will go.
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Hopefully it wasn't over 10 copies of Ghosts. Wouldn't have been worth it.
 
Went to another GS about 15 min away and the employee accepted the code just fine. If anyone still has their free Spongebob: Plankton's Robotic Revenge, it trades in for $8 base for 360.

 
X360

Borderlands 2 GOTY - $14

Deadpool - $9

Metro: Last Light - $7

Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 - $20

Call of Duty: Black Ops - $10

Wii

Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess - $10

Walked out with $112.  Not bad for games that most of them have been sitting unplayed on my shelf for months or even years.  Bought half of them for cheaper than I traded them for too.

 
No "bait and switch" for me , my home base store manager was shocked seeing 56$ for the show . Just wish i had more stuff to get rid of , if there ever was a time to purge your collection this is it . Face it guys , they look pretty on the shelf collecting dust but there's money to he made .
 
These are pretty insane values right now. Some are the same values as BB, so you can choose where you want your credit as BB has 50% trade-in bonus.

 
Donut2922 said:
Hopefully it wasn't over 10 copies of Ghosts. Wouldn't have been worth it.
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It was over a mess of others as well, lost track of how many multiples, ignorance on my part, but either way they fed me misinformation last week telling me my ban had been lifted, not cool GS! I am having someone from Corporate call me back, at least I would like be able to trade in on future promos.

 
aircobra said:
Base values dude.
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Pokemon x - $20
Zelda link between worlds - $20
Bravely default - $22
Scribblenauts DC -3DS- $8
NBA 2K14- Xbox one - $20
Assassins creed black flag - Xbox one- $20
Black ops 2- x360 - $20
Mario kart 8- $35
Payday 2- $7
Lego marvel - Xbox one- $18
Black ops 2 - Wii u - $8
New super Luigi - $12

fixed it

and i wish i had the membership, probably should have bought it first then do the trade ins, my L but i was in a hurry

 
Can somebody give me the following trade in values please:

Call of Duty: Ghosts (PS4 and XO)

Mario Kart 8 (Wii U)

UFC (PS4)

MLB 14 (PS4)

NBA 2k14 (PS4)

Watch Dogs (PS4)

Thanks

 
SukhShanti said:
Found out I am still banned from trading in at GS, apparently they turned my 6 month ban into a lifetime ban, rather than them removing it last week as I was told by a GS rep over the phone. I guess to WM and BB, my games will go.
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lol holy crap, that's ridiculous! How do you know it's lifetime?

 
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Codes and please no lurkers, My definition of lurker, if i check your posts and you have posts from almost a year ago before posting here for a coupon you're a lurker and you will be ignored. kthxbai :3

 
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