GS TIV/Promos: OLD THREAD, NEW ONE LISTED IN FIRST & LAST POST

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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.

Power Up Rewards Change:
[quote name='Anonymous GameStop Employee']In 4 markets from April 30-June 9 there's going to be a change to Powerup Pro subscriptions/renewals. I believe it's the 4 markets that first beta tested PUR, but not sure on that. I know my market (STL) beta tested PUR and now this.

The base price of PUR Pro is staying at $14.99 but that is only for a digital subscription to the magazine. If you want the physical magazine, it will come with the digital sub, but at a price of $19.99. This affects all new subs/renewals in the 4 markets for the above period, with a likely national rollout later this year.

No matter how much you complain in the four markets this is happening in, store managers, area managers, district managers, whatever, will be unable to get you a print subscription for $14.99.

If you're wanting print, I would suggest renewing your PUR Pro this weekend before this kicks in.[/QUOTE]

[quote name='Anonymous GameStop Employee #1']Can you just let the group know the next trade value is

Trade 3 get 10, trade 5 get 20, trade 7 get 35 games must be a minimum of 3.00 to qualify.
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[quote name='Anonymous GameStop Employee #2']So GS stores should soon be receiving physical Amazon gift cards to put into their gift cards racks to be sold. They are labeled as Kindle cards but we all know how that works. Seems to be a chain-wide thing as my store is the home store of an area manager (step below district manager) and we had a long conversation about this today so it's not meant as some type of backup to a promo like the digital codes were.

On a note if you want to know more about the GS clientele, we have also gotten Shell gas cards in the same shipment. Since all Circle K stations are Shell stations, we are now able to stop having as many cash trades and get people to go credit to get the gas cards (I did it twice yesterday although I had to sell them a copy of MLB 2K8 to get them over $25 on one of the transactions.)

Our store is so physically small these are the first non console/Steam/WoW/SWTOR we've gotten, no YUM cards or anything like that for us until this week. At our store, I estimate about 2/3 of our cash trades are for gas, the other 1/3 have to assume are for drugs. So hopefully we don't have to give out as much cash now.[/QUOTE]

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


30% extra credit towards select products. (Ends 6/2/13)
[quote name='GameStop.com'] 30% extra in-store credit when you trade any games, accessories, systems, smart phones, tablets and more toward:


  • PlayStation Plus
  • Kindle fire
  • Net 10
  • Beats headsets
  • Grid 2
  • Animal Crossing: New Leaf
  • The Last of Us
  • NCAA Football 14
  • Splinter Cell: Blacklist
  • Madden NFL 25
  • Grand Theft Auto V
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Trade 3/5/7 games get extra $10/20/35 credit (Ends 6/2/13)
[quote name='GameStop.com']Trade any 3 games and get $10 extra in-store credit, trade any 5 for a $20 extra or 7 or more for $35 extra

Games with a trade value less than $3.00 are excluded from offer. Not valid toward cash trades. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Defective items may be eligible for trade at a lesser value. Trades subject to manager approval. Offer valid only toward items normally accepted in trade. Cannot be combined with any other offer. 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.
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$50 Wii to WiiU Upgrade Offer (Ends 6/2/13)​

[quote name='GameStop.com']Get $50 when you trade your Wii system toward the purchase of any new Wii U system.[/QUOTE]
[quote name='GameStop.com']


Full trade amount must be applied toward a new Wii U system. Hardware must have all necessary components for trade. Not valid toward cash trades. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Defective items may be eligible for trade at a lesser value. Trades subject to manager approval. Offer valid only toward items normally accepted in trade. Cannot be combined with any other offer. 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 valid 5/1/13 through 6/2/13.​
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Trade 2 eligible games get new game for $9.99 (Ends 6/2/13)​

[quote name='GameStop.com'] Get any new game valued at $59.99 for $9.99 when you trade in 2 eligible games:[/QUOTE]
[quote name='GameStop.com']


Army of Two Devil's Cartel
BioShock Infinite
Call of Duty Black Ops 2
Dead Island Riptide
Defiance
Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi 3
FIFA Soccer 13
Fire Emblem Awakening
Fire Emblem Radiant Dawn
Gears of War: Judgment
God of War: Ascension
Injustice: Gods Among Us
Kirby's Return to Dreamland
Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword
LEGO City: Undercover
Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon
Major League Baseball 2K13
Mario Party 9
Mass Effect Trilogy
Metroid Prime Trilogy
MLB 13: The Show
Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate
Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm 3
NHL 13
Ni No Kuni:Wrath of the White Witch
One Piece Unlimited Adventure
Pokemon HeartGold
Pokemon SoulSilver
Star Trek
Super Mario All-Stars: Limited Edition
Super Mario Bros, New 2
Super Mario Bros. New
Super Mario Bros. New U
Super Mario Galaxy 2
Tales of Graces f
Tiger Woods 14
WWE 13
Xenoblade Chronicles
Zero's Escape: Virtue's Last Reward
*Customer may be responsible for sales tax. Net credit after promotion is $50.00 or greater, and must be applied toward the purchase of a new game priced $59.98 or higher. If applicable, excess credit remaining after purchase will be returned to the customer in the form of in-store credit. After promotion, cost to the customer will be $9.99 before tax, where applicable, for games priced at $59.99. Customer is responsible for any additional cost when purchasing games priced over $59.99. Eligible games must be traded in the same transaction as the purchase of an eligible new game. Not valid toward cash trades. Offer valid only when eligible items are traded. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Defective items may be eligible for trade at a lesser value. Trades subject to manager approval. Offer valid only toward items normally accepted in trade. Cannot be combined with any other offer. 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.​


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GAMESTOP USED GAME PRODUCT ID(thanks Xfactor4)
THE GAMESTOP USED GAME PRODUCT ID "CRACKED":
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:gc:=916xxx

:360:=952xxx

:ps2:=938xxx or 939xxx
:wii:=917xxx
:psp:=935xxx
:ds:=919xxx
:ps3:=930xxx
:gba:=914xxx​


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FAQ​
These trade-in values are really low!
While that may be true, if you combine the games with the right promotion they can work to your advantage. There are knowledgeable people in this thread that are normally willing to help.

Is there any way to look at what the previous values reported on a game?
You can search through this thread and previous ones to see what a game has been reported in the past. With the TIV Tracker you can sort by date and then go through the list of past updated values through that as well. Here are the previous GS TIV Threads: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16,17,18 ,,,,,,

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

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

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

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

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


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

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

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

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

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

What all do I have to trade in for a console trade-in?
Xbox 360: Console Unit, power brick, A/V Cables, Controller (wired/wireless)
Wii: Console Unit, Power Cable, A/V Cables, Wiimote, Nunchuck, Sensor Bar
Playstation 3: Console Unit, Power Cable, A/V Cable, Controller, USB Cable
Playstation 2: Console Unit, Power Cable, A/V Cable, Controller (Must be a DualShock2) *Fat unit requires either back cover or network adapter*
GameCube: Console Unit, Power Cable, A/V Cable, Controller
PSP: Handheld, A/C Adapter
Nintendo DS/DSLite/DSi: Handheld, A/C Adapter, Stylus​


Can I trade in a defective/broken console?
For the most part yes. If it powers on but doesn't play games, they will take the console as a refurb unit and put a refurb fee on the console. The refurb fee on the console will vary on the price of the console so those numbers will change. You are still required to trade in everything required listed in the question directly above. They will not, however, take RROD 360 consoles. There may be stores that still do it, but official policy is to not take them in.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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


What states charge sales tax on purchases paid in full with credit and which ones don't?
Charge Sales Tax on Credit Purchases: Alabama, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Florida, Hawaii, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, Nevada, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, West Virginia
Does Not Charge Sales Tax on Credit Purchases: Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Delaware, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, South Carolina, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming
No Information Yet: ​


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



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[quote name='Saiyan']:lol: Wow. Seriously? Love how people are so quick to cry fraud. Never said I brought it in as a return. I used to work there and still cool with the people since I left on good terms. Manager didn't mind, so who did I hurt?[/QUOTE]

The law says its return fraud. Just because you didn't get caught doesn't mean its legal.
 
[quote name='bjstucker']I final experienced what everyone has talked about with the whole trying to get you to do trades/ employee's being basically a rat. I found a copy of Oblivion (steelbook) for 11.99 so I picked it up.

Guy:"Oh you have a copy of oblivion; I think you wanted Skyrim it is newer. I will go get that for you"
Me: "Nope I like steelbooks so just this"
Guy: " Oh well if you like this you will love the new Dragon's Dogma game; for only 5.00 you can preorder it"
Me: "Nope just this one please"
Guy: " Oh okay well to get the game for 11.99 you need a power up card otherwise it is 17.99"
Me: "Yea I gave you it *points to card he is holding"
Guy: "Okay, 11.99"
Me: "Money is on the card"
Guy: *sees I have a lot*
Guy:"Would you like to get an Xbox for 99.99?"
Me: "Yea no just my card back and my reciept"

My local one could careless what I trade and usually lets me know about deals as soon as they start. I feel bad for all the people who have to deal with that shit.[/QUOTE]

agree with you, that banter was waaaaay over the top...
and you were pretty damn cool about it....
 
[quote name='cancerman1120']So you were aided in return fraud from your friends and that somehow makes it "cool".[/QUOTE]

Can't read? Cool as in still on good terms with the boss since I didn't get fired. So I got my "friends" to aid me in return fraud by asking my old manager if I could get credit for a game I didn't open?
 
[quote name='Saiyan']Can't read? Cool as in still on good terms with the boss since I didn't get fired. So I got my "friends" to aid me in return fraud by asking my old manager if I could get credit for a game I didn't open?[/QUOTE]

Can't read? Do you even understand that you got credit from Wal-mart for something you did not buy from Wal-mart? I love how you are trying to turn this around on me like I am the D-bag in this situation. You never purchased it from Wal-mart so you do not deserve the credit from Wal-mart no matter what the "manager" is cool with.
 
No one cares. All you are doing is saying you and your friend committed return fraud. Just because the manager and your friends were cool with it, doesnt mean you didnt do something illegal.
 
TiV I made today

Xbox 360
Forza horizon - 21
NFS most wanted 2012 - 20
Halo Combat Evolved - 12

Wii-u
Zombi U - 20

PS3
Soul Calibur V - 7
SSX - 7

3DS
NSMB 2 - 18
Kingdom Hearts 3D - 14
Kid Icarus - 10
 
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[quote name='Hemi']Heres an Idea, Trade it in TOWARD'S the newer one, it's as if you just bought the DLC because it includes the origional as well.[/QUOTE]

That's what I did. Except I won't be buying the new one until I find it somewhere used. I refuse Capcom getting my money for this dick move...but sadly I do want to play it.
 
[quote name='neek86']TiV I made today

Xbox 360

Forza horizon - 31.50

NFS most wanted 2012 - 30

Halo Combat Evolved - 18

Wii-u

Zombi U - 30

PS3

Soul Calibur V - 10.5

SSX - 10.5

3DS

NSMB 2 - 27

Kingdom Hearts 3D - 21

Kid Icarus - 15

10% from Pro member - 12.9

total 206.4[/QUOTE]

Base TiV'S pls?
 
From "Wikipedia"
Types of return fraud
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Some examples of the return fraud and abuse problems include:
...
Receipt fraud: Utilizing reused, stolen or falsified receipts to return merchandise for profit. Alternatively, returning goods purchased on sale or from a different store at a lower price with the intention of profiting from the difference. Receipt fraud is not committed, when the person returning the item is in good terms, in respects of either personal friendship, connection or formal employment relations, with the employee(s) and/or manager(s) of the retailer to which the item is returned.
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[quote name='Deader2818']No one cares. All you are doing is saying you and your friend committed return fraud. Just because the manager and your friends were cool with it, doesnt mean you didnt do something illegal.[/QUOTE]

Managers have the final say in the situation. They have the authority to approve on deny whoever they want. Corporate doesn't care what the manager does as long as the store is profitable. Regardless of what you think, the major issue in store are the missing inventory. Extra inventory is only an issue if there is a large surplus of an item. He told me flat out he wouldn't normally do it, but Black Ops is popular (they were almost out at the time) so it wouldn't be an issue.
 
[quote name='Saiyan']Managers have the final say in the situation. They have the authority to approve on deny whoever they want. Corporate doesn't care what the manager does as long as the store is profitable. Regardless of what you think, the major issue in store are the missing inventory. Extra inventory is only an issue if there is a large surplus of an item. He told me flat out he wouldn't normally do it, but Black Ops is popular (they were almost out at the time) so it wouldn't be an issue.[/QUOTE]

It doesnt fuck matter what the manager says. THE LAW says its return fraud.
 
[quote name='TooPoor']From "Wikipedia"
Types of return fraud
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Some examples of the return fraud and abuse problems include:
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Receipt fraud: Utilizing reused, stolen or falsified receipts to return merchandise for profit. Alternatively, returning goods purchased on sale or from a different store at a lower price with the intention of profiting from the difference. Receipt fraud is not committed, when the person returning the item is in good terms, in respects of either personal friendship, connection or formal employment relations, with the employee(s) and/or manager(s) of the retailer to which the item is returned.
...[/QUOTE]

Ha! You got me on that one. I went to Wiki right away. Should have just known the italics was the joke part. :lol:

Oh yeah as far as the inventory issue is concerned. Who cares if it is a popular item. They make $0 on the transaction so the only one that wins is the person doing the fraud.

Another tid-bit from the Wiki.

The retail industry experiences a significant fraud and abuse problem, losing in the range of $9.6 to $14.8 billion per year according to studies conducted by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and the Loss Prevention Research Council.

But you know as long as the whole store turns a profit what is a little skimming here and there.
 
[quote name='cancerman1120']
Oh yeah as far as the inventory issue is concerned. Who cares if it is a popular item. They make $0 on the transaction so the only one that wins is the person doing the fraud.

Another tid-bit from the Wiki.

The retail industry experiences a significant fraud and abuse problem, losing in the range of $9.6 to $14.8 billion per year according to studies conducted by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and the Loss Prevention Research Council.

But you know as long as the whole store turns a profit what is a little skimming here and there.[/QUOTE]
Fraud is intentional deception. I didn't deceive anyone. Can you please show me the actual written law of fraud where it supersedes the company's policy? (Honest request)

They make $0, but they also lose $0. How does it hurt them? I've seen the usual retort is about shelf space, which again wasn't an issue. Your tid-bit is also missing the context that the retail industry loses that money from having to discard or markdown returned items. Again, neither is the case in this situation.
 
[quote name='The Buffmuffin']Will borderlands 2 TIV be lower because its on sale next week?[/QUOTE]

It's $40 currently so I wouldn't expect too much of a drop.
 
[quote name='Saiyan']Fraud is intentional deception. I didn't deceive anyone. Can you please show me the actual written law of fraud where it supersedes the company's policy? (Honest request)
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Even if he can't show you any written law, and your statement holds, which is company's policy triumphs in the definition of return fraud, it does not hold that your manager decision IS company policy. Unless you find written proof that company's policy says that it is okay to return a merchandise from another retailer when the local manager approves.

[quote name='Saiyan']They make $0, but they also lose $0. How does it hurt them? [/QUOTE]
This is assuming that they do not do a sale on Black Ops II. Even if this is true, and nobody gets hurt, you are using your own personal relations to do a shady if not illegal act for your own personal gain, and stating it in a forum.

You can either win this debate by either A) saying that your action is not return fraud or B) admitting that it is return fraud, but is a harmless one. I'd go with option B instead of attacking both aspects.

I need to go back to programming now, you guys have fun:D
 
[quote name='Saiyan']Fraud is intentional deception. I didn't deceive anyone. Can you please show me the actual written law of fraud where it supersedes the company's policy? (Honest request)[/QUOTE]

I have no idea why you think there is some sort of store policy out clause on this? The manger has the right to accept a return but I can guarentee you if this situation was moved up the chain at some point someone would not be "cool" with it. It is NOT Wal-mart policy to take items it has not sold to the customer. Telling your friends what you are going to do only makes them accomplices to the fraudulent act. "Store policy" cannot supersede written law and the law would never have an "opt out" clause. What happened is you broke the law with the help of a manager. You will never get charged because the store manager allowed it to happen. We could use your logic to get out of countless crimes by saying well so and so said I could. If the manager in that store said it was cool to go take a candy bar or lets get crazy and they said you could go shoot a gun at some soda displays do you think that would supersede the written law?

[quote name='Saiyan']They make $0, but they also lose $0. How does it hurt them? I've seen the usual retort is about shelf space, which again wasn't an issue. Your tid-bit is also missing the context that the retail industry loses that money from having to discard or markdown returned items. Again, neither is the case in this situation.[/QUOTE]

No they do lose money. The item they sell from you that they make no money on is lost on the sale they would have made money on. If they sold 100 games at $5 profit a piece and you added your game into the mix they lose that $5 profit on that game. Worse they sell your copy on sale for $40 2 years from now and lose $20.
 
[quote name='TooPoor']Even if he can't show you any written law, and your statement holds, which is company's policy triumphs in the definition of return fraud, it does not hold that your manager decision IS company policy. Unless you find written proof that company's policy says that it is okay to return a merchandise from another retailer when the local manager approves.


This is assuming that they do not do a sale on Black Ops II. Even if this is true, and nobody gets hurt, you are using your own personal relations to do a shady if not illegal act for your own personal gain, and stating it in a forum.

You can either win this debate by either A) saying that your action is not return fraud or B) admitting that it is return fraud, but is a harmless one. I'd go with option B instead of attacking both aspects.

I need to go back to programming now, you guys have fun:D[/QUOTE]
Thank you for the non hostile response. In my eyes I don't see it as any kind of fraud. I had no malicious intent and I don't do it regularly. I honestly would've kept the second game if I had interest in anything else. I was curious if it'd be OK with the manager, he said no problem, so I don't think I did anything wrong.

I asked if it is actually a written law, because now I'm genuinely curious if that is the case. Not like I had any intention of doing it again. I just hate when people act like they know everything, with no written proof.

I just had an honest response to an honest question. I didn't mean to derail the thread with everyone's hate. Carry on.
 
Yes it actually is against the law, It's tantamount to theft, you claim something was bought from the store and have them give you money for it back. Next time just bite the metaphorical bullet and trade it in for what you can get (at BB was I beleive close to $40 at the time). But $40 LEGALLY GAINED is better then $60 ILLEGALLY.
 
Sorry guys - I should have said something earlier when I deleted the first couple of return fraud posts but I thought I nipped it in the bud and it would stop. However, you guys kept going. The discussion was reasonable (which was surprising as it usually gets out of hand) but still off topic and we tend to clear out all that sort of discussion.

So, yeah, please don't post any more about it.
 
[quote name='SmokeMaxX']Can you clarify what "return fraud posts" are? I'm just curious. Is that in reference to flipping?[/QUOTE]

No it's talking about buying something from one store, then returning it to a different chain with no receipt to get a full refund.
 
[quote name='maxpower0965']I still have credit from games I traded in, and can you purchase psn or ps+ cards with store credit at GameStop?[/QUOTE]

Credit is good for anything in the store.
 
[quote name='MSUHitman']No it's talking about buying something from one store, then returning it to a different chain with no receipt to get a full refund.[/QUOTE]

Oh wow O_O okay nvm.
 
Values before 50% bonus:

Call of Duty: Black Ops II (Wii U): $19.00
Metal Gear HD Collection (Vita): $11.00
NFS: Most Wanted (Vita): $16.00
Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge (Wii U): $15.00
Paper Mario (3DS): $16.00
Prof. Layton: Miracle Mask (3DS): $12.00
Smart As... (Vita): $4.00
Style Savvy (3DS): $14.00
 
[quote name='halvorsb']Here are more trade-ins from today. All Xbox 360, unless noted.

The Bigs 2 - $5
Castlevanie Lords of Shadow - $6
Dead Rising 2 - $7
X-Men Destiny - $5
WWE Smackdown vs Raw 2009 - $2.50
Sonic Generations - $11
IL 2 Sturmovik: Birds of Prety - $2.50
Hunted Demon's Forge - $3.50
Final Fantasy XIII-2 - $7
Fight Night Round 4 - $2
Midnight Club: LA Complete Edition - $8
UFC 2010 - $2.50
Tekken 6 - $6
Mario Party 8 - $18 (Wii, obviously)
Prototype 2 - $6
Sonic & Sega All Star Racing - $9
Dirt 3 - $10
Dungeon Siege III - $5
Driver San Francisco - $10
Rayman Origins - $8
Orange Box - $15
Lost Odyssey - $2
Iron Man 2 - $6
Infinite Undiscovery - $2[/QUOTE]

Are these base? If so, pretty good BBY to GS flip on Mario Party 8 (on sale for $19.99 at BBY this week).
 
Whats so good bout trading in sims 3? Its 6$ and at target its about 6$ too so u only profit like 2$? Unless im missin something
 
[quote name='traxstar']Whats so good bout trading in sims 3? Its 6$ and at target its about 6$ too so u only profit like 2$? Unless im missin something[/QUOTE]

$4.98 at my Target. With the target card you save even more.

I bought 3 for $15. Traded each for 9 got $27 in credit
 
[quote name='doc_j88']$4.98 at my Target. With the target card you save even more.

I bought 3 for $15. Traded each for 9 got $27 in credit[/QUOTE]

Got it thanks
 
[quote name='maxpower0965']I still have credit from games I traded in, and can you purchase psn or ps+ cards with store credit at GameStop?[/QUOTE]

Yes. And depending on the state there's no tax on the cards/download codes.
 
Base values:

PS3:

Mirror's Edge - 2
Hyperdimension Neptunia MK2 - 11
Hyperdimension Neptunia - 10
Persona 4 Arena - 14
Mass Effect Trilogy - 20

Vita:

Littlebigplanet - 11

3DS:

Legend of Zelda OoT 3D - 16
Mario 3D Land - 16

Wii:

Muramasa - 2
Skyward Sword - 21

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