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='gordylan']Base TIVs as of 4/1:

A little spring cleaning of the backlog. Around $150 after bonuses and purchasing Kinect Adventures. Saving for a PS4. Thanks CAG! Any suggestions on what to do with what's left of my GameCube collection?[/QUOTE]

That depends on what you have. Many Gamecube games fetch a good price on Amazon. That said, do you have Eternal Darkness or Luigi's Mansion? Cuz I'd totally buy em off of ya!
 
[quote name='sarevok115']I'm sorry I'll start over. I had a copy of FE originally. Yesterday I traded it in at GS1 and bought Zelda. Traded in Zelda at GS2 and bought Zelda at GS3. Today, I bought FE at GS1, traded Zelda and FE at GS2 and the employee said you already bought this today and you're trading it in? I said I didn't like it and then he looked at his screen (I'm guessing he saw all the trades from the previous day) and gave me my receipt. I asked if I could just look around and he said "Do whatever you want man." Then, as I was walking out he was repeating my name out loud under his breath and furiously typing.[/QUOTE]

Damn! I figured it was just a bunch of games. That's a bit much man, I'm not bashing you, just saying. I'd say hold back for a bit.
 
Has anyone traded Xbox 360 controllers in recently?

Are they really picky about it?

I have two controllers that I would like to trade in to get some credit for a new, but the left sticks for both are kind of beat up.
 
Trade in values 3/30/13

360
Bioshock 2 - $3.50

Vita
Mortal Kombat - $6.00

Wii
Dora Saves the Ice Princess - $5.00

DS
Zelda: The Phantom Hourglass - $8.00
 
[quote name='ral1121']Has anyone traded Xbox 360 controllers in recently?

Are they really picky about it?

I have two controllers that I would like to trade in to get some credit for a new, but the left sticks for both are kind of beat up.[/QUOTE]

I tried trading one in last night and got rejected because both thumbsticks each have a tiny piece of the rubber missing. I'm going to try another gamestop today and see what they say.
 
[quote name='sarevok115']I'm sorry I'll start over. I had a copy of FE originally. Yesterday I traded it in at GS1 and bought Zelda. Traded in Zelda at GS2 and bought Zelda at GS3. Today, I bought FE at GS1, traded Zelda and FE at GS2 and the employee said you already bought this today and you're trading it in? I said I didn't like it and then he looked at his screen (I'm guessing he saw all the trades from the previous day) and gave me my receipt. I asked if I could just look around and he said "Do whatever you want man." Then, as I was walking out he was repeating my name out loud under his breath and furiously typing.[/QUOTE]

Man you newbies no nothing about subtlety. I severely hope no one like you lives near me. No offense.
 
[quote name='TheCollegeGamer']You went to flip the games, picked up a copy of Cross Bow Training, the employee caught on, said he'd keep your secret of trying to send this promo out with a BANG! while he gave you a sly, almost seductive, wink and put a single finger up to his freshly sealed lips?[/QUOTE]

ur not funny. ur grammar sucks. and you are using the word sealed wrong to describe the lips. just stop killing this joke
 
Someone probably already asked this: If you use the birthday coupon on a :ds: game when you're buying three same-priced games, will the game to which it applies become the free game (because of the B2G1 promo for :ds:/:wii: games), thereby wasting the coupon?

For example, if I bought three $29.99 used :ds: games, would it take 20% off one of them and then make that game the free game since it would then be the cheapest of the games? What if the most expensive game was $34.99? Would it still become the free game since taking 20% off would place it below the $29.99 games' prices?
 
[quote name='paayter']ur not funny. ur grammar sucks. and you are using the word sealed wrong to describe the lips. just stop killing this joke[/QUOTE]

Daaaaamn, son.

I guess this thread is serious bidness.
 
[quote name='Vigilante']Someone probably already asked this: If you use the birthday coupon on a :ds: game when you're buying three same-priced games, will the game to which it applies become the free game (because of the B2G1 promo for :ds:/:wii: games), thereby wasting the coupon?

For example, if I bought three $29.99 used :ds: games, would it take 20% off one of them and then make that game the free game since it would then be the cheapest of the games? What if the most expensive game was $34.99? Would it still become the free game since taking 20% off would place it below the $29.99 games' prices?[/QUOTE]

From what I recall, the game, after the 20% deduction still needs to be more expensive than the cheapest game of the 3; if the 20% makes the game the cheapest game of the 3, it will automatically become free, making the 20% moot. Just make sure that the game that you want to apply the 20% is at a minimum, 21% more than the cheapest game before deduction.

Wow... the way I wrote that is confusing.
 
[quote name='anarchyoblivion']From what I recall, the game, after the 20% deduction still needs to be more expensive than the cheapest game of the 3; if the 20% makes the game the cheapest game of the 3, it will automatically become free, making the 20% moot. Just make sure that the game that you want to apply the 20% is at a minimum, 21% more than the cheapest game before deduction.

Wow... the way I wrote that is confusing.[/QUOTE]
This actually made more sense than in the other thread. Thanks for the clarification. lol
 
I had to read it a couple times but it makes sense to me. I was wondering if the 20% would automatically apply to the free one or not.
 
[quote name='anarchyoblivion']From what I recall, the game, after the 20% deduction still needs to be more expensive than the cheapest game of the 3; if the 20% makes the game the cheapest game of the 3, it will automatically become free, making the 20% moot. Just make sure that the game that you want to apply the 20% is at a minimum, 21% more than the cheapest game before deduction.

Wow... the way I wrote that is confusing.[/QUOTE]That actually makes perfect sense. So if I bought a $39.99 used :ds: game along with two $29.99 used :ds: games, the 20% off coupon would bring the former's price down to $31.99, then to $28.79, still higher than the $26.99 price of the other two games (reflecting 10% PUR discount), and thus the discounted title wouldn't become free.

Thanks for the clarification! :D
 
[quote name='Vigilante']That actually makes perfect sense. So if I bought a $39.99 used :ds: game along with two $29.99 used :ds: games, the 20% off coupon would bring the former's price down to $31.99, then to $28.79, still higher than the $26.99 price of the other two games (reflecting 10% PUR discount), and thus the discounted title wouldn't become free.

Thanks for the clarification! :D[/QUOTE]

I don't think that's it. You'd have to buy two $39.99 games and one $29.99. One of the $39.99 would get marked down to $31.99 making it still higher than the "free" game at $29.99.
 
[quote name='bob330i']I don't think that's it. You'd have to buy two $39.99 games and one $29.99. One of the $39.99 would get marked down to $31.99 making it still higher than the "free" game at $29.99.[/QUOTE]Why wouldn't it work for my case? The discounted game would become $31.99, still higher than both of the $29.99 games, so one of those would become the free game. :???:

Maybe I shouldn't have included the PUR discount, as that probably made my post more confusing than necessary...
 
[quote name='Vigilante']Why wouldn't it work for my case? The discounted game would become $31.99, still higher than both of the $29.99 games, so one of those would become the free game. :???:

Maybe I shouldn't have included the PUR discount, as that probably made my post more confusing than necessary...[/QUOTE]

It's my understanding that it won't take the 20% off the highest price game, that's the potential difference. If it does, that's great. I personally can't vouch for what it does, just reading Anarchy's reply leads me to believe it would apply to one of the $29.99 games automatically.
 
[quote name='bob330i']It's my understanding that it won't take the 20% off the highest price game, that's the potential difference. If it does, that's great. I personally can't vouch for what it does, just reading Anarchy's reply leads me to believe it would apply to one of the $29.99 games automatically.[/QUOTE]From my experience, the 20% off always applies to the most expensive used game in the transaction, so I would assume my scenario would play out that way. It'd be nice to get confirmation, though.
 
[quote name='Vigilante']From my experience, the 20% off always applies to the most expensive used game in the transaction, so I would assume my scenario would play out that way. It'd be nice to get confirmation, though.[/QUOTE]

Same for me. Both the % coupons and the $ off coupons always applied to the highest priced item.
 
[quote name='ZxT Vendetta']Same for me. Both the % coupons and the $ off coupons always applied to the highest priced item.[/QUOTE]

Ok, I stand corrected. Not a problem. I may have to reconsider picking up some stuff before this sale ends. Thanks!
 
[quote name='bob330i']Ok, I stand corrected. Not a problem. I may have to reconsider picking up some stuff before this sale ends. Thanks![/QUOTE]

I know at least for the $ off coupon for me, I combined it with a B2G1F and it applied to my highest game (I had 3 that were different priced) and it was still higher than my lowest (which still stayed as the free one).

The %off one wasn't during a B2G1F but I did get 2 items and it discounted the higher one.

I will double check and ask the manager at my Gamestop tomorrow when I go pick up Defiance.
 
[quote name='Vigilante']From my experience, the 20% off always applies to the most expensive used game in the transaction, so I would assume my scenario would play out that way. It'd be nice to get confirmation, though.[/QUOTE]
I did that in the past with the wii B2G1 free deal and the most expensive game was discounted (Bday coupon). Depending how high the price was in relation to other like priced games, it (the game with the coupon applied) either became the free game if the price after discount dipped below other like priced games. Otherwise one of the pairs of the like priced or least expensive game became the free game while you ended up paying for the discounted game (with Bday coupon) if it cost more than the other 2 games after discount.
 
Just got back from GameStop and I'm glad legend of Zelda on 3ds is still holding up strong at $25

I picked up a used copy BioShock Infinite for .42cents after trading in Zelda. It was a good day.
 
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[quote name='ral1121']Has anyone traded Xbox 360 controllers in recently?

Are they really picky about it?

I have two controllers that I would like to trade in to get some credit for a new, but the left sticks for both are kind of beat up.[/QUOTE]
LOL! I had a bunch of Nunchuks [Wii] that were chewed from when my brother was little. Some of the buttons didn't work well either. I thought of trading it in and buying some new ones.

I was worried they weren't going to accept it. I was surprised, they took it and gave me full value. They didn't really care to check the quality. o_O
 
:ps3: ACIII - $14
Vita: P4G - $11

Got $40 after buying MGRR. For those wondering, the 20% BDay coup applied first on the $54.99 to take $11 off. Then the PUR 10% came off the discounted price. Tax was applied after all discounts. Only had to spend $2 out of pocket.
 
[quote name='captaintek3304']:ps3: ACIII - $14
Vita: P4G - $11

Got $40 after buying MGRR. For those wondering, the 20% BDay coup applied first on the $54.99 to take $11 off. Then the PUR 10% came off the discounted price. Tax was applied after all discounts. Only had to spend $2 out of pocket.[/QUOTE]

That is correct. That is how it is done.
 
360
NBA Baller Beats $4
Prototype 2 $6
Darksiders 2 $ 14
Tomb Raider $25

PS3
Resident Evil: Operation Racoon City $4
Prototype 2 $8
XCOM $16

Went and cashed out for $200 Amazon GC
Edit: 4/1/13
 
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These are Base values

Pokemon Rumble Blast: $15
Zelda Ocarina of Time: $25
Epic Mickey 2 (Wii): $10

Made $80 after 50% and PUR 10%

Lady at cashier didn't check the recent cashing because I was talking to her the whole time. Haha So that's what I suggest the next time you guys try to flip. Worked for me like a charm.
 
[quote name='Stellar Inertia']WWE 12 (360)- $12 :hot::cold:

3DS
Rayman Origins - $9
Adventure Time - $15[/QUOTE]

Is that Adventure Time's Base value?
 
Where did everyone get Adventure Time for cheap? Was it a part of BB's sale a while ago? I know Pokemon was one, forgot to PM that at the Wal-mart literally a block away from Gamestop :cold:

Also

3DS: New Super Mario Bros 2: $18 (same value has held)
 
[quote name='The Holy Pretzle']Where did everyone get Adventure Time for cheap? Was it a part of BB's sale a while ago? I know Pokemon was one, forgot to PM that at the Wal-mart literally a block away from Gamestop :cold:

Also

3DS: New Super Mario Bros 2: $18 (same value has held)[/QUOTE]
Yeah it was part of spring sale. It was $9.99.
 
Well, the GS employee pulled a fast one on me today..

Traded in Prototype 2, MP3, and RDR GOTY for PS3 today. Was expecting $38 credit after the $10 promo, but the guy said "looks like you'll be getting $30 back". I asked him if the $10 promo was still active and he said he thought that was $30 AFTER promo. He looks at his screen then says "looks like you're actually getting $35 back! But I tell ya what, I'm gonna hook you up today man. If you preorder any game, you get a bonus $5 TIV."

I browsed the list and just said Last of Us, so he entered that and scanned a stickers barcode on the counter.

Got my receipt and it showed I got $42 credit for trading in my games after he scanned a used copy of madden 08 for $0.99, and then deducted $5 for the preorder.

Was this his way of just getting me to preorder, but still giving me as much credit as possible by me "buying" madden?

Idk why he didn't just give me the $38 I was expecting. Either way, I'll probably just get them to put that $5 deposit back to my credit once they have a $40 sale on Bioshock infinite..
 
[quote name='jcp42877']Was this his way of just getting me to preorder, but still giving me as much credit as possible by me "buying" madden?[/QUOTE]

Sounds like it. The used Madden got you an extra 50% + 10% for Power Up so that's the original $30 + 60%, which is $48. Subtract $5 for the preorder and then $1 for Madden and you get your $42.

That was pretty quick thinking on his part.
 
[quote name='I OU a Beatn']Sounds like it. The used Madden got you an extra 50% + 10% for Power Up so that's the original $30 + 60%, which is $48. Subtract $5 for the preorder and then $1 for Madden and you get your $42.

That was pretty quick thinking on his part.[/QUOTE]Most people will substitute "slimy", "underhanded", or "sneaky" for "quick". :whistle2:#
 
[quote name='Vigilante']Most people will substitute "slimy", "underhanded", or "sneaky" for "quick". :whistle2:#[/QUOTE]

Well yeah, but still...if I was a GS employee, I would've never thought of something like that on the spot. But you're right, extremely slimy and sneaky.
 
[quote name='I OU a Beatn']Sounds like it. The used Madden got you an extra 50% + 10% for Power Up so that's the original $30 + 60%, which is $48. Subtract $5 for the preorder and then $1 for Madden and you get your $42.

That was pretty quick thinking on his part.[/QUOTE]

That's pretty scummy and I'm curious if it's illegal. Did you even get the madden game that he scanned in and claimed that you purchased?
 
[quote name='jcp42877']Well, the GS employee pulled a fast one on me today..

Traded in Prototype 2, MP3, and RDR GOTY for PS3 today. Was expecting $38 credit after the $10 promo, but the guy said "looks like you'll be getting $30 back". I asked him if the $10 promo was still active and he said he thought that was $30 AFTER promo. He looks at his screen then says "looks like you're actually getting $35 back! But I tell ya what, I'm gonna hook you up today man. If you preorder any game, you get a bonus $5 TIV."

I browsed the list and just said Last of Us, so he entered that and scanned a stickers barcode on the counter.

Got my receipt and it showed I got $42 credit for trading in my games after he scanned a used copy of madden 08 for $0.99, and then deducted $5 for the preorder.

Was this his way of just getting me to preorder, but still giving me as much credit as possible by me "buying" madden?

Idk why he didn't just give me the $38 I was expecting. Either way, I'll probably just get them to put that $5 deposit back to my credit once they have a $40 sale on Bioshock infinite..[/QUOTE]

[quote name='SmokeMaxX']That's pretty scummy and I'm curious if it's illegal. Did you even get the madden game that he scanned in and claimed that you purchased?[/QUOTE]
One of my local stores had stacks of $0.02 PS2 games on the counter and offered them up for the 50% bonus for anyone who was trading in games. No "extra" pressure for pre-orders beyond the norm. I chose to keep my ESPN NFL 2K5 with T.O. on the cover.
 
A couple updates.

3/29/13
:ds:
Pokémon Conquest $10
Pilotwings Resort $3.50
My Reading Tutor $1.00
Pokémon Soul Silver $20

4/1/13
Pokémon Black 2 $14
 
[quote name='jcp42877']Well, the GS employee pulled a fast one on me today..

Traded in Prototype 2, MP3, and RDR GOTY for PS3 today. Was expecting $38 credit after the $10 promo, but the guy said "looks like you'll be getting $30 back". I asked him if the $10 promo was still active and he said he thought that was $30 AFTER promo. He looks at his screen then says "looks like you're actually getting $35 back! But I tell ya what, I'm gonna hook you up today man. If you preorder any game, you get a bonus $5 TIV."

I browsed the list and just said Last of Us, so he entered that and scanned a stickers barcode on the counter.

Got my receipt and it showed I got $42 credit for trading in my games after he scanned a used copy of madden 08 for $0.99, and then deducted $5 for the preorder.

Was this his way of just getting me to preorder, but still giving me as much credit as possible by me "buying" madden?

Idk why he didn't just give me the $38 I was expecting. Either way, I'll probably just get them to put that $5 deposit back to my credit once they have a $40 sale on Bioshock infinite..[/QUOTE]

yup pulled a fast one on u. but in a way u got more cred than u expected, he just took advtg of the situation. but yea thats shady...he should have offered the fifty percent with purchase of used game. just write a detailed acct on the survey of what he did. sheet if nethin call corporate nd say u were tricked, maybe ull get somethin out of it.
 
This is my first ever post in CAG, so bear with me.

Base TIV

Pokemon Soul Silver $24
Pokemon Diamond $16
Arkham City $7
PS3 DS3 $22

Got Borderlands 2 to play with my buddies. I was curious of my TIVs since they were higher than those reported here. After B2, I still had $70 in GS credit, so I guess I'll trade in my other DS pokemon games, considering the wealth of emulators out there. Don't know if I should get a Vita or wait to put my credit on PS4 reservation? Decisions, decisions...
 
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