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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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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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I've tried that before as well but the manager at my local GS just has one of those loud voices/personalities that overrides any request like that. Thankfully, he at least can be kinda quiet if the store is packed.

Anyway, on topic: how much are we expecting values to drop/have dropped today for the major games?
 
So I tried to get my points back from a coupon that I didn't use and expired end of last month but the customer rep wouldn't let me... Did I just a bad rep and I should try again or are they cracking down on it? I've only asked for points back once before and it went smoothly.

 
Alright so I'm about to do a big run. The games that are flippable back to gamestop are the dual mlb pack and zelda? Is there anything else or are you guys getting those games from Best Buy?

 
A nice CAG sent me a 50% extra coupon but I had a question somebody who has a coupon in front of them can answer.

There are two parts to the code separated by a '-'

Is part 1 all numbers (following the EBC) and part 2 all letters?

I ask because both parts of the code I received have '0' which makes it tough.

 
irishsoccermbw said:
A nice CAG sent me a 50% extra coupon but I had a question somebody who has a coupon in front of them can answer.

There are two parts to the code separated by a '-'

Is part 1 all numbers (following the EBC) and part 2 all letters?

I ask because both parts of the code I received have '0' which makes it tough.
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first part is numeric following EBC ... EBC3045415-

the remainder is a combination of letters and/or numbers

 
Jaashua said:
Alright so I'm about to do a big run. The games that are flippable back to gamestop are the dual mlb pack and zelda? Is there anything else or are you guys getting those games from Best Buy?
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The only games I know that are worth getting at BB is either mlb 14 for ps4 or ps3. BOPS2 for ps3 as its on clearance online at BB but not sure if the trade in base is still 20. Plants vs zombies for xone is on sale as well but not sure if the base is still 20.
 
irishsoccermbw said:
A nice CAG sent me a 50% extra coupon but I had a question somebody who has a coupon in front of them can answer.

There are two parts to the code separated by a '-'

Is part 1 all numbers (following the EBC) and part 2 all letters?

I ask because both parts of the code I received have '0' which makes it tough.
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As far as I can tell, Gamestop doesn't use the letter "O" in its coupons. if you need to, you can draw a diagonal line through it to definitively show that it's the number zero.

 
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Can I buy a PUR pro card in store and set it up online? Or does it have to be done in store?
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I just bought a new one in store two days ago. Its a combo of both. You set it up in store and they get your name, email address, birthday, phone number, full address, and whether you want digital or physical game informer magazine. I did NOT have to show my drivers license or anything so I used my work address. I also didn't have to "pay" $14.99, I was doing a bunch of trade ins at the same time and it deducted $14.99 from the trade ins as the fee for PUR pro.

Then you go home and "activate" it online (think its really kinda optional) using the gamestop.com website, set a password for your account, and you can get 750 bonus points for some minor stuff like choosing a game and filling out a survey. You can see your trade balance online too. There is no way to buy PUR Pro (or even free PUR) online.

The best "weird employee" for me is the guy who saw my $900 trade balance and very quietly told me not to lose my card, and never to let an employee walk away with my card because they can steal the trade balance. Like jesus christ, is that a thing that happens? lol

 
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Hunting for a coupon after the code someone who shall remain nameless gave me didn't work. Inquire within.

Because I don't just want to beg here, some :360: values as of 8/27 a.m.:

Call of Duty: Black Ops II - $20

Dragon Age Origins: Ultimate Edition - $13

Far Cry 3 - $6

Grand Theft Auto - $25

Saints Row IV - $10

Titanfall - $20

 
Helldweller87 said:
The only games I know that are worth getting at BB is either mlb 14 for ps4 or ps3. BOPS2 for ps3 as its on clearance online at BB but not sure if the trade in base is still 20. Plants vs zombies for xone is on sale as well but not sure if the base is still 20.
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They all held. PVZ for the 360 is profitable if you have a coupon and gcu!

 
esalw822 said:
Looks like the online estimator is listing that :wiiu: Donkey Kong Country Tropical Freeze got a drop from $30 to $25 in TIV overnight. Can anyone with the iOS app confirm?
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Could someone with iOS check Donkey Kong Country Tropical Freeze Wii U price? Online

http://www.gamestop.com/trade-values

is showing $25, was $30 yesterday. The nintendo eShop sells it for $49.99 (with $5 back from DDP) so might trade in my last copy and go digital if its still $30 base TIV.

 
R&C Into the Nexus is $7 base and on sale for $7.50 for PS+ right now. Going to dump that with whatever other stragglers I come up with for my last 50% couponand pick up the digital.
 
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Sorry to be ignorant but I just got home a few days ago from the hospital with our newborn son. What is this 50% trade bonus coupon? I'm assuming it's too late to get one? I have a bunch of stuff I could unload towards an x1.
 
Is there any good instore flips you can do to Gamestop?

I.e. pre-owned games with PUR + Bday coupon and then trade back with 50% coupon?

I'll take advantage of the Ghost Target deal but curious if there's anything in house I can do as well.

 
[quote name="ZenithRequiem" post="12043259" timestamp="1409159963"]I'm not an expert on sony products so would anyone mind telling me the Difference between the Vita with wifi and the Vita Slim?[/quote]one uses wifi and the other is slim
 
Vita with wifi refers to the original model, slim is the new model akin to the psp 2000. It has no 3G option and uses micro USB instead of proprietary cables and has 1gb built in memory.
 
mastere333 said:
Sorry to be ignorant but I just got home a few days ago from the hospital with our newborn son. What is this 50% trade bonus coupon? I'm assuming it's too late to get one? I have a bunch of stuff I could unload towards an x1.
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Its a 50% bonus on games, not consoles/accessories. They gave it out for a few weeks. Now you'd have to have someone give it to you
 
x360x said:
Its a 50% bonus on games, not consoles/accessories. They gave it out for a few weeks. Now you'd have to have someone give it to you
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Ahh... Oh well thanks. I haven't been able to make a trip out recently. I'm sure my wife would have killed me.
 
Will gamestop accept my ps3 with a bad hard drive? It could probably be fixed but I have no clue as to how when it comes to stuff like that. They said they'd take my rrod 360 and only take $10 off the $75
 
mastere333 said:
Ahh... Oh well thanks. I haven't been able to make a trip out recently. I'm sure my wife would have killed me.
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If your gamestops have cool employees they may hand over a coupon to you when you go in, the three I visited all offered me an extra coupon during my visit and they had tons behind the register. Its very YMMV of course, some hate their customers or something.

Also don't forget to grab a Pokemon X/Y scratch card for some sorta new pet if you own Pokemon X or Y on 3DS, girl cashier at my last trade gave me one. She wants the D. and by D i mean Pikachu

 
tearsintherain said:
If your gamestops have cool employees they may hand over a coupon to you when you go in, the three I visited all offered me an extra coupon during my visit and they had tons behind the register. Its very YMMV of course, some hate their customers or something.

Also don't forget to grab a Pokemon X/Y scratch card for some sorta new pet if you own Pokemon X or Y on 3DS, girl cashier at my last trade gave me one. She wants the D. and by D i mean Pikachu
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Thanks, the manager at my gamestop is a good guy so it's worth a shot.
 
tearsintherain said:
If your gamestops have cool employees they may hand over a coupon to you when you go in, the three I visited all offered me an extra coupon during my visit and they had tons behind the register. Its very YMMV of course, some hate their customers or something.
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My Gamestop told me they were ordered to destroy their leftover coupons last week.

 
tearsintherain said:
I just bought a new one in store two days ago. Its a combo of both. You set it up in store and they get your name, email address, birthday, phone number, full address, and whether you want digital or physical game informer magazine. I did NOT have to show my drivers license or anything so I used my work address. I also didn't have to "pay" $14.99, I was doing a bunch of trade ins at the same time and it deducted $14.99 from the trade ins as the fee for PUR pro.

Then you go home and "activate" it online (think its really kinda optional) using the gamestop.com website, set a password for your account, and you can get 750 bonus points for some minor stuff like choosing a game and filling out a survey. You can see your trade balance online too. There is no way to buy PUR Pro (or even free PUR) online.

The best "weird employee" for me is the guy who saw my $900 trade balance and very quietly told me not to lose my card, and never to let an employee walk away with my card because they can steal the trade balance. Like jesus christ, is that a thing that happens? lol
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I had an employee last night that forgot to ring up my black ops 1. While walking to the car I noticed it. Walked back in and then he said I never brought it in. Was funny because they had 4 stacks from trade ins. All were seperate. 4 of the 5 games in one stack were ones on my receipt. 5th game was in the middle of the stack and was of course BO1.

He said how did he know it was mine. I explained the logic that its in the stack blah blah blah. He said he rang it up if it was in the stack. Showed him the recipes which didn't have BO1 on it and asked where it was that he rung it up. He said he did it seperately. I asked him to look on the computer at my trade in history and he said That wasn't possible. I wanted to punch the dude.

Luckily his manager was right next to him who shooed him off by telling him to go straighten all the racks and alphebatize the games. She then quietly said to please fill out a survey on him on the prior receipt as she wants to fire him but he is family to the franchise owner and needs a reason from someone beside herself.
 
Following games flip to GS with 50% from next weeks bestbuy sale.

Batman Arkham Origins x360

Batman Arkham Origins ps3

GTA 5 x360

GTA 5 ps3

Just Dance 2014 x360

Just Dance 2014 wii

They all are basically about $4+ profit. That is Assuming you have GCU and Power up memberships.

You also will basically have to have the money to buy now, and price adjust later. I do not know how price adjusting works with GCU and if it effects you 3 per year limit so I do not recommend buying with it now.

 
Liquid Metal said:
Following games flip to GS with 50% from next weeks bestbuy sale.

Batman Arkham Origins x360

Batman Arkham Origins ps3

GTA 5 x360

GTA 5 ps3

Just Dance 2014 x360

Just Dance 2014 wii

They all are basically about $4+ profit. That is Assuming you have GCU and Power up memberships.

You also will basically have to have the money to buy now, and price adjust later. I do not know how price adjusting works with GCU and if it effects you 3 per year limit so I do not recommend buying with it now.
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I don't think they allow price adjustments the way they used too.

 
You can still price adjust bb themselves. You can't price adjust competitors like before but you can bb themselves. I did it when they had the b1g1 3ds sale a few weeks back.

 
The Gamestop app is now showing me that they are running a deal from 8/29-8/31 that is an additional $5 per XBONE/PS4 game trade in for PUR members.

Megaton w/ 50%?

 
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