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Welcome to the Official CAG Amazon.com Trade-In Thread

Hey trade-in pals! SENDING THINGS IN DISC / CARTRIDGE ONLY / GENERIC CASE NO MANUAL / ANYTHING BUT COMPLETE COULD RESULT IN REJECTION. THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS. YOU MIGHT GET ACCEPTED, YOU MIGHT NOT. NO ONE KNOWS. THERE ARE NO HARD AND FAST RULES. IF IT IS ACCEPTED, IT WILL ALMOST CERTAINLY ONLY BE CONSIDERED "ACCEPTABLE." RISK YOUR TIME AND EFFORT AT YOUR PERIL!

[quote name='Indigo_Streetlight']I'm getting an acceptance rate of about one per day; it makes me think some supervisor is standing around with a glass of absinthe next to a couple of dumptruck loads of games...while the one responsible for the glitch is made to scan each item and recite its TIV with tears in their eyes.[/QUOTE]

Amazon.com Trade-in Home Page

------- FAQ BELOW - LEAVE ME ALONE PLEASE -------
Useful links:
-- BlueLobstah
-- CheapAssGamer
THANKS TO DISILLUSION386 and GI60 FOR POSTING AND MAINTAINING THE PREVIOUS AMAZON TRADE-IN FAQ THREADS

This thread’s primary purpose is to discuss Amazon.com’s video game trade-in program. Conspiracy theories about NORAM smashing games before sending them back / stealing children / sneezing and touching public door handles / etc welcome, but try to avoid going nutso. PLEASE READ THE TRADE-IN DEAL DETAILS AND FAQ BEFORE ASKING ANY QUESTIONS.

Trade-In Procedure

1. SELECT ITEMS: Search for items to trade in. Your trade-in items must meet the product eligibility criteria.
2. SHIP GAMES FREE: Print a shipping label and packing slip, package your games, and ship them
3. GET A GIFT CARD: An Amazon.com Gift Card will be deposited into your account upon receipt of games
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Shipping Instructions

1. Print this entire page. (Packing slip and shipping label once you have submitted a trade)
2. Cut out the shipping label and the packing slip.
3. Make sure your items are in good working condition and include the case and cover art.
4. Securely pack the items in a box or envelope and include the packing slip in the package.
5. Attach the shipping label squarely onto the outside of the package and add your return address.
6. Take it to your nearest UPS Store and mail it by (one week from submission of trade)
7. Or you can ship to:
note to self: look up new address
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Trade-In Product Eligibility

Trade-in items must match the exact version displayed in the Amazon Trade-In Store, not be damaged, include original packaging (e.g. the manual, cover art, and case), and be postmarked no later than 7 days after submission. You will receive an e-mail confirmation and an Amazon.com Gift Card will be deposited into your account within 2 business days of item receipt and verification by the merchant. Items not accepted by the merchant will be returned to you approximately 14 days after receipt.
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GENERAL FAQ (Updated 06/07/2011)
Can I post a question on this thread?
  • Only if you can't find the answer from below. :lol: And please let me know if it needs to be added to FAQ.
Can I edit this FAQ? (updated 6/7/11)
  • You bet! Up top there is a section for notable TIVs - feel free to add anything in there (and if you can remember, clean up after yourself in a few days when the TIV has undoubtedly dropped). You can edit the FAQ too, please just make sure it's useful and well formatted! Thanks!
Since when did Amazon start doing trades?
  • The program began in 2009 and is handled by a third party merchant, NorAm International.
What kind of shipping does Amazon provide us?
  • Free UPS ground ---- USPS is no longer available for free. There is now also an option to provide your own shipping.
Do I have to provide my own box or envelope?
  • Yes.
Do all my games in the same trade-in submission have to be shipped in the same box? (updated 3/9/11)
  • Not necessarily - people have sent in multiple boxes for the same trade-in submission successfully. It's even possible to send half at one time and the other half at the end of the valid shipping period. However, it's probably best to always ship everything at once.
Can I put separate trades in to a single box? (updated 6/7/11)
  • Sure, and they'll likely be accepted just fine. However, it isn't recommended since you would only have proof that you sent one of the trades (whichever mailing label you used). So it can be pretty risky.
Can I send in sealed games?
  • Yes. They won't reject games that still have the original shrink wrap.
Can I add Delivery Confirmation and Insurance to my shipment?
  • UPS Ground already provides you with tracking information, and I imagine you could get some sort of insurance added at a UPS store or location if you were so inclined.
I don't trust UPS ground. Can I pay for postage myself? What's the address?
  • Yes. You're more than welcome to do so. The address is:
    NorAm International
    22 Hampshire Dr
    Hudson, NH 03051
    (This is also an option when submitting your trades)
When do I have to send my games once I have submitted my trade order?
  • You have 1 week (7 days) to send your games. There have been reports of submitting trades up to 15 - 20 days late, but that is definitely ymmv. Send on time for the best chance at success!
Crap, I have one day to go before my shipment deadline, but the website states that my deadline has already passed. How do I print out a shipping label and packing slip?
  • Load up any existing order (if you don't have any, check your browser's history or just submit a new one to use the link), and substitute the transaction ID for the trade-in order you need at the end of the URL.
How long does the whole trade-in process usually take?
  • From the time you send in your games, it may take up to 14 business days for the package to arrive. Most people usually receive their credit (Amazon GiftCard) in 3 to 5 business days, however.
How long does the "processing" status usually take? (Updated 6/8/11)
  • Usually a day or with little delay at all, but the longest reported days so far is 4.
My games were received on Friday (based on Delivery Confirmation), will I have to wait until Monday to receive credit?
  • People have received credit on a Saturday.
I do not have the manual, cover art, or original case for a game I want to trade in. Will they accept it? (updated 6/9/11)
  • While the details specifically state that original packaging is necessary, people have reported in the past that their trades were accepted despite missing some of these. This is extremely YMMV, however since some were also rejected by missing manual or cover art. On the other hand, older gen games; such as SNES, N64, and GB cartridges, normally get accepted without the original box and manual, but still YMMV.

    It should be noted that with the new condition requirements (see later in the FAQ), you may be able to send an item in missing some or all of the required items (manual / cover art / case) and still have it accepted in "Acceptable" condition.
I do not have the manual, accessories, original box, original included game, etc for a console or accessory I want to trade in. Will they accept it? (updated 3/9/11)
  • The current wisdom is "probably not" - it's pretty YMMV but NorAm seems stricter than they should be on this. Your chances seem to be better for them accepting a console or accessory without the box / manual / etc if it's older generation or rare. You're more than welcome to give it a shot though if you're feeling lucky - just pack it well and include as much as you can!
My game is really beat up, what are the chances they’ll accept it?
  • This is YMMV. Some people have reported in the past that they sent in games in bad shape that were still accepted. Your best bet is still to trade in games in mint condition. Minor scratches are expected as these are used games.
My game came with DLC codes and I used them. Will my game be accepted? (Updated 12/28/11)
  • It is expected that included DLC codes have already been redeemed, so you should be fine. It is a kindness however if you have no use for it to not redeem it and let the next lucky soul who buys it from awd or wherever have a crack at it. Up to you!
My cover art (PLATINUM HITS) differs from the pic on amazon, will my trade be accepted?
  • It all depends on the UPC so just turn your game around, type in the UPC into the amazon search box. If the game comes up, then it's accepted regardless of cover art. Click on that result to submit your trade.
I have a game from a limited edition bundle, will they accept it?
  • If the game’s cover art has a UPC barcode, they will most likely accept it. If your game's cover states "Not for Resale" and does not have a UPC barcode, the game will most likely get rejected. Some people have had their games accepted in the past, but this is very YMMV.
The UPC barcode is not intact on my game's cover art, will that be accepted? (updated 3/9/11)
  • This is YMMV, but probably not. The UPC is all powerful within the walls of NorAm.
I sent in my games, all of which were in pristine condition with the original packaging, but they said that one game is damaged and is now being returned.
  • Always pack your games well. Put a lot of newspaper around your games in the box to secure them and to prevent any damages from haphazard box cutting. People in the past have requested their entire trade-in order if it’s obvious the damage wasn’t their fault, and Amazon ended up accepting the rejected game. This is YMMV as well.
Can I trade in multiple copies of the same game?
  • Yes. Once you click “Trade in” for a particular game, you may change the quantities. Once you submit, you can no longer change quantities on that trade-in batch.
How many multiple copies of the same game can I trade-in (updated 1/11/11)?
  • Maximum of 2 copies within 3 a month period.
I locked in X copies of a game but I now only have Y available to send. Can I just send in Y without being penalized? (updated 3/9/11)
  • Yes, you can always just send in a portion of your trade-in order and they'll just credit you for whatever they receive. However, the quantities you submitted for will stay locked in that instance (I think) so if you, for example, submitted for 2 copies and only sent 1, you may not be able to trade any more copies of that game for 3 months (see previous question).
Will the Trade-in of the Day TIV stay for 24 hours?
  • It's been reported that there is a limit (maximum # of copies) that will get the promoted TIV so lock yours.
So if I find a good flip, I can just send 2 copies of that game and not worry about Amazon accusing me of stolen merchandise?
  • Technically yes, but do keep in mind that other CAGs might want to participate in the current deal, and trading in a large number of the same game will definitely lower the TIV of said game. Let’s be nice to other people. This is probably moot for most folks now with the per account / address trade-in limit.
Wow, these TIVs suck (updated 3/9/11)!
  • Really? Hrm. While that may be true, they're often better than other comparable places. Your options of what to do with your used games are greater now than they've ever been, so feel free to shop your trades around or just sell them off on glyde/gamestaq/ebay/whatever. Also, not a question.
What the fuck? The TIV of a game I just bought for this deal tanked! What do I do?
  • The TIVs on Amazon fluctuate depending on the number of trades that are submitted, and we really can’t do anything about it. The best course of action for trading in games is to lock in your trade if you already have the games or are absolutely sure that you can obtain them. You can always cancel the trade submission if you end up not finding the games.
    LOCK = SUBMIT YOUR TRADE, Don't just put it in the cart.
Can I edit a submitted trade?
  • Nope - once upon a time you could modify trade in quantities of submitted trades, but that ability has been removed.
Can I use my credit on items that are not video game-related?
  • Yes. This is the other perk for trading in games at Amazon since you're not limited to just video games.
Can I use my credit on items sold by third-party merchants on Amazon?
  • According to the fine print of the Amazon gift card use, some merchants are excluded. Your best bet is to try it on the checkout page of your order.
Strategy guides? I can trade in game/strategy guides? Whaaaaa?
  • Go to the Textbook Buyback section (http://www.amazon.com/Textbooks-Trad...ode=2205237011[/URL]). You can either search on the title of a strategy guide you have to see if they'll accept it, or search for guides. The two best search strings to start with are 'prima guides' and 'bradygames'. Might try 'doublejump' if you want to trade in some of those. (Thanks eugaet)
I locked in some hilariously overvalued trade for some weird rare game/accessory/etc that I can pick up for cheap cheap cheap. They didn't accept it. What should I do? (updated 3/9/11)
  • The truth is that NORAM can reject things for any reason they see fit. While some people have managed to get silly things like a $200 credit for some cheerleading game (or for a PS2 - just ask io!), it's sooooooo YMMV that often it's not worth the effort. EXPECT REJECTION ON THINGS THAT ARE CLEARLY MISVALUED. That said, as long as you're willing to risk it, go for it!
What's all this item condition nonsense? And how can I get screwed over by it? (updated 6/9/11)
  • We're still kinda sussing out the details surrounding the new item condition portion of Amazon Trade-Ins, but it looks like there's a couple things to consider:
    • Good Condition eligibility (games):
    • - The video game, original manufacturer packaging and all original elements are included, but shows wear from normal use
      - Game still plays perfectly
      - Disc may have light scratches and other elements may have minor damage
      - Item may have been personalized (marked or identified)
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      [*]Acceptable eligibility (games):
      - Game still plays perfectly
      - Item may have been personalized (marked or identified)
      - Item may be missing or have irreparable damage to one or all of the following: case, manual, artwork, bundled accessories, UPC
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      [*]Note that a game will almost certainly not be accepted if it meets any of these conditions:
      - Game does not play perfectly
      - Disc is cracked
      - Marked Not for Resale (or is otherwise marked not for sale)
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    Consoles/accessories have some slightly different criteria, but the idea is the same.
Did it seriously just ask me if I wanted my game / other item returned if they refuse to give me credit for it? (updated 6/9/11)
  • Yes, that just happened.

    Unless you're purposefully sending them things you deem to be trash, please remember to choose the option that has them return your item to you during the checkout phase.
Who is AFS? (updated 6/9/11)
  • Not sure yet, but that's the name on the trade-in shipping labels now instead of NORAM. May just be NORAM with a different name. This will be updated as we learn more.
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[quote name='bajingo']im doin it. i was underwhelmed by this game, and was really looking forward to it. from what ive experienced SO far, maps are too big and i have to run 5 min. just to get into a battle. its fun, but i thought itd be more fun, will pick up later when an ultimate edition comes out THANKS OP!!![/QUOTE]
Lol, somebody needs to learn how2spawn.

Now I regret returning two copies from the B1G1 glitch at Target. Eh, only $20 in profit anyway.
 
[quote name='sgr76']Can't u just spawn on teammates to prevent this? I was seriously considering buying this game but then i realized that we are talking about EA here. Add to this that the single player campaign got horrible reviews and it went from a buy to a wait.

I think thats a good trade in deal. Get it while you still can.[/QUOTE]

ugh, everytime i spawn on my squad, i get sniped right away. granted, this isnt going to happen to everyone, everytime but it was pretty annoying that theres no like 1 or 2 second spawn protection. i played single player for 20 minutes, it was meh..... and when i first got the game i couldnt get into a game for 2 days, thanks ea...
 
what the hell is wrong w/ uncharted 3? i checked multiple times a day and the highest it went was $26. now it is back to $20. i was hoping for $33-$35ish.

it is a fantastic game. but, i was hoping to get rid of it since i bought it on release day from kmart (similar to how i unloaded arkham city to amazon for $37).
 
Ope, there we go, just got credited for 14/15 games. Only one left is Wolverine... for 6 bucks. I think I bought it at 6 bucks and never played it. Oops.

MW3 BABY
 
[quote name='bajingo']ugh, everytime i spawn on my squad, i get sniped right away. granted, this isnt going to happen to everyone, everytime but it was pretty annoying that theres no like 1 or 2 second spawn protection. i played single player for 20 minutes, it was meh..... and when i first got the game i couldnt get into a game for 2 days, thanks ea...[/QUOTE]

I know the feeling. I always feel like i am a magnet for the RC-XD and Valkyrie Rockets. Never fails. It gets deployed right up my ass everytime :booty:
 
[quote name='Master Troll']As fast as the trade-in value was raised for Battlefield 3 to $40, it nosedives just as quick to $21.[/QUOTE]

And I snagged one...

Terribly disappointed in SP and MP was alright. Friends play CoD, but didnt like BLOPS. So I thought I would try BF3. Not a bad MP game, but not good enough to get my friends over.


Since I got it with the $20 AMZ credit and paid with credit. It was really just a 2 week rental.
 
Well, glad I locked that in. I thought it would last longer, though. Amazon used to be pretty good about that. I don't know why it's so sporadic and sparse on values now.

Just too frustrating (even though I'm fairly good, often getting MVP 1-3 in just about every game), dealing with all of the self-centered assholes online and losing just because half our team is sniping and/or waiting for a jet to spawn.

Might get Skyrim now. No CoD for me.

EAN/UPC matches the UPC on the trade-in, should be fine. LE must be the same.
 
[quote name='Sway']Regular edition of MW3 is trading in for $40.50 atm. Hardened is at $30.

http://www.amazon.com/Call-Duty-Mod...F8&s=videogames-tradein&qid=1320827624&sr=1-1[/QUOTE]

Nice, thanks! With that TiV, I might actually go in and pcik up my Best Buy preorder. I can use the 10% off coupon to get it for $54 (using Best Buy credit to buy it) and then trade it for just a $13.50 loss in credit. But then that is the 5th and final game I need for the $100 preorder promo at Best Buy. I'll really have to consider just wrapping it all up that way. That's not too far off the amount I'd clear (after fees) from trying to sell it. Then there would still be the chance of further price matches down the road.
 
Who was it that programmed the TIV tracker? Please contact me, I am interested in hiring you for a small job that I suspect could be done pretty easily.
 
[quote name='io']Nice, thanks! With that TiV, I might actually go in and pcik up my Best Buy preorder. I can use the 10% off coupon to get it for $54 (using Best Buy credit to buy it) and then trade it for just a $13.50 loss in credit. But then that is the 5th and final game I need for the $100 preorder promo at Best Buy. I'll really have to consider just wrapping it all up that way. That's not too far off the amount I'd clear (after fees) from trying to sell it. Then there would still be the chance of further price matches down the road.[/QUOTE]
Just a heads up, MW3 is currently $52 at BB.com. You should be able to PM.
 
[quote name='Midnighthawk']Why isn't Amazon accepting RDR:GoTY for trade in? I got it as my 3rd game in their B2G1 but I don't really want it.[/QUOTE]

Maybe they are trying to run a business? It only makes sense that if it is part of a b2g1 sale they would not want you to trade it back in and that way you get two games cheap. Their profit margin is based on three games (b2g1) not two at a reduced price. It sucks but hey it's business and they are trying to be successful at it and make a profit. If we had it our way all games would be cheap all the time or free... :D
 
[quote name='JungleRot']Maybe they are trying to run a business? It only makes sense that if it is part of a b2g1 sale they would not want you to trade it back in and that way you get two games cheap. Their profit margin is based on three games (b2g1) not two at a reduced price. It sucks but hey it's business and they are trying to be successful at it and make a profit. If we had it our way all games would be cheap all the time or free... :D[/QUOTE]
This makes no sense. They'd be doing that for ALL games offered in the B2G1 deal then. There's something having to do specifically with RDR. Even other stores don't have a trade in value for it.
 
[quote name='PublikDefender']what the hell is wrong w/ uncharted 3? i checked multiple times a day and the highest it went was $26. now it is back to $20. i was hoping for $33-$35ish.

it is a fantastic game. but, i was hoping to get rid of it since i bought it on release day from kmart (similar to how i unloaded arkham city to amazon for $37).[/QUOTE]

Wondering the exact same thing myself. If this is where the new release trade-in values are going to hover, I'm done there.
 
lol these trade in prices are so random now, dead rising 2 off the record was about $20 or $24 last week now its $7 dfskjfdskfdslfsdfds, its lower then the original dead rising
 
Need For Speed: Hot Pursuit is $18 now for PS3 only. Seems like a good TIV this late into it's cycle with The Run coming out next week.
 
[quote name='PublikDefender']what the hell is wrong w/ uncharted 3? i checked multiple times a day and the highest it went was $26. now it is back to $20. i was hoping for $33-$35ish.

it is a fantastic game. but, i was hoping to get rid of it since i bought it on release day from kmart (similar to how i unloaded arkham city to amazon for $37).[/QUOTE]

Heads-up - Uncharted 3 is up to $36 now.
 
not that this matters, but dark souls is finally above $10 at $20.25 on both platforms.

i've put >20 hours & i just got the fire keeper soul (not from dying, but exploring, grinding, etc. i didn't like demon's souls, so this is all new to me). i'm level 24 faith/not sure yet build). just had my 1st invasion from someone that was probably a lvl 150. he looked AWESOME w/ like samurai armor, and electricity on his extremely long katana that killed me with 1 hit while i was blocking, lol. that SUCKED cuz i was looking for 1 more humanity to kindle the fire by the blacksmith, and he kills me & takes the 1 i had. :evil:
 
[quote name='Pookymeister']Just locked in Rocksmith Ps3 for $46.[/QUOTE]
great deal. it's hard to find them that high on amazon anymore. i used to get the games with the promos, beat them, then trade them in for at LEAST what i paid (since i paid in credit & bought all my games there, the promos were the same as saving that amount). i miss those days :cry:.

is rocksmith bad, or do you 'flip' games?

i always thought that just meant making a profit off of the games you play until a fellow CAG & i were playing Gears 3, and he asked me if i flip games (as i was explaining basically what i just posted - about basically getting a free rental by being savvy). he pointed out what it was (and i've known of people doing that a LONG time ago), but i changed my answer to no. not my style. i still try to support gaming as much as i can (even when unemployed for 2+years). i try not to abuse deals (the SD mentality). i remember when the ECA had the awesome %10 off @ Amazon, but people abused it by stacking & taking advantage in every way possible & ruined it for all of us. /essay
 
Got an e-mail from Amazon promoting their Countdown to Black Friday promotion. It mentions "Get a bonus of up to 50%" for trade-ins. I can't find anything about this on amazon.com.

It seems like this list of deals might actually be upcoming deals? Here is the full text of the e-mail..the 20% off bundle deal is live now and maybe a couple others

Dear Amazon.com Customer,

Customers who have shown an interest in video games might like to check out our Countdown to Black Friday promotion daily for new deals:

- Four-star Games Under $20: Save up to 30%
- Stocking Stuffers: Save up to 30%
- Trick Out Your Console: Save up to 40%
- Trade-ins: Get a bonus of up to 50%
- Bundles: Save up to 20%
- Digital Downloads: Save up to 70%
- Collector's Editions: Save up to 75%
 
[quote name='aem']Got an e-mail from Amazon promoting their Countdown to Black Friday promotion. It mentions "Get a bonus of up to 50%" for trade-ins. I can't find anything about this on amazon.com.
[/QUOTE]

Well this will certainly be interesting.
 
[quote name='twztid13']
is rocksmith bad, or do you 'flip' games?
[/QUOTE]

No, not bad at all. I partook in the B1G1 Target mishap the other weekend and got 2 copies. My boss didn't want the copy I thought he would, so trading it in for $46(which is more than i paid, at least)
 
I've been pretty happy with the trade in values so far. $8-9 for some 2-3 year old :ps3: games. Takes a week for the UPS package to get there though. And, I dont have to go into gamestop and deal with their employees there.
 
Really wishing I didn't just trade in my Halo Reach yesterday if it's going to get a boost. First time I've traded in something in months too. Oh well I have a ton of other games i'd like to send in.
 
[quote name='clarkkent']Madden 12 is up to $35 for Trade in .[/QUOTE]
better lock this in quick if you are trading it in. it is the trade in deal of the day and will probably drop like a rock at midnight (pacific)
 
Holding off sending in the Rocksmith if its going to get a 50% ($23) boost. Somehow I don't see that happening though - but would like to be proved wrong. Re-submitted the trade though, so have until next Monday to find out.
 
[quote name='Pookymeister']Holding off sending in the Rocksmith if its going to get a 50% ($23) boost. Somehow I don't see that happening though - but would like to be proved wrong. Re-submitted the trade though, so have until next Monday to find out.[/QUOTE]

Well the key word is "up to 50%" so hopefully your game qualifies.

I have tons of DS and Xbox 360 games (at least 20) that I want to dump so hopefully most get a decent bump. It would be nice having a lot of my holiday gifts paid for on Amazon from games that just sit on my shelf.
 
[quote name='confoosious']uhhh what 50% boost? Is Amazon following BB's lead?[/QUOTE]

[quote name='aem']Got an e-mail from Amazon promoting their Countdown to Black Friday promotion. It mentions "Get a bonus of up to 50%" for trade-ins. I can't find anything about this on amazon.com.

It seems like this list of deals might actually be upcoming deals? Here is the full text of the e-mail..the 20% off bundle deal is live now and maybe a couple others

Dear Amazon.com Customer,

Customers who have shown an interest in video games might like to check out our Countdown to Black Friday promotion daily for new deals:

- Four-star Games Under $20: Save up to 30%
- Stocking Stuffers: Save up to 30%
- Trick Out Your Console: Save up to 40%
- Trade-ins: Get a bonus of up to 50%
- Bundles: Save up to 20%
- Digital Downloads: Save up to 70%
- Collector's Editions: Save up to 75%[/QUOTE]

I'm guessing it'll only be a boost on certain titles and not everything in their database, kind of like a group of their Trade Ins of the Day.
 
I'm getting paranoid on the acceptance of my BF3 when I locked it in at $40. I only sent it out yesterday and looking at the TIV today, it's now at $17.50. I just have a feeling it'll get rejected solely based on the difference between the TIVs. That or I sent the LE version, although the UPC is the same as the standard edition according to Amazon.
 
[quote name='Sway']I'm getting paranoid on the acceptance of my BF3 when I locked it in at $40. I only sent it out yesterday and looking at the TIV today, it's now at $17.50. I just have a feeling it'll get rejected solely based on the difference between the TIVs. That or I sent the LE version, although the UPC is the same as the standard edition according to Amazon.[/QUOTE]

Thats why its called lock in, you'll be fine dude.
 
Watch for the "up to 50%" bump tomorrow! If anyone's on the fence about the bby Gears 3 deal, the current amazon tiv is 25.00 which may get up over 30.00 with the bump. Just something to keep in mind!
 
[quote name='Strider Turbulence']Quick question, can't find it in the FAQs.

I have an open trade in I submitted to Amazon last week on the 18th, that says I have to ship it out by the 25th.

I know from past experiences that in a few hours my trade in process will be updated to 'shipping deadline passed'. Does this mean I can't send in my trade ins anymore or that today (the 25th, the 7th day) is the last day to do so?[/QUOTE]
from my experience, it switches to 'ship deadline passed' exactly 7 days after submitted, to the hour. if you submitted a game at 3am, it will switch to 'deadline passed' at 3am on the 7th day. as long as you ship on the 7th day, you will be fine. ups, even when i drop it off at closing, always says it arrives a like 8am that morning on the tracking info. usually, i have already printed out the shipping label (which never expire - you just can't track it through amazon if you use a label from 6 months ago that you cancelled, but ups' site will track it) and the invoice label, so that's never been a problem for me.

hope that helps. i've been trading games there since the program started, so feel free to ask if you have any more questions, bud.
 
[quote name='handsomepete']Watch for the "up to 50%" bump tomorrow! If anyone's on the fence about the bby Gears 3 deal, the current amazon tiv is 25.00 which may get up over 30.00 with the bump. Just something to keep in mind![/QUOTE]

So it's confirmed for Thursday? Sitting on some trades and trying to wait it out but wanted the GC before BF, so planned to send it out today, but would wait one more day if it's tomorrow.
 
[quote name='Foladar']So it's confirmed for Thursday? Sitting on some trades and trying to wait it out but wanted the GC before BF, so planned to send it out today, but would wait one more day if it's tomorrow.[/QUOTE]

Aye, confirmed. The countdown to BF page currently shows:

Check back tomorrow for Trade-in Day: Get up to a 50% Bonus in Trade-in Value.
 
[quote name='twztid13']from my experience, it switches to 'ship deadline passed' exactly 7 days after submitted, to the hour. if you submitted a game at 3am, it will switch to 'deadline passed' at 3am on the 7th day. as long as you ship on the 7th day, you will be fine. ups, even when i drop it off at closing, always says it arrives a like 8am that morning on the tracking info. usually, i have already printed out the shipping label (which never expire - you just can't track it through amazon if you use a label from 6 months ago that you cancelled, but ups' site will track it) and the invoice label, so that's never been a problem for me.

hope that helps. i've been trading games there since the program started, so feel free to ask if you have any more questions, bud.[/QUOTE]

Ah, that makes sense. Thanks.


I sure do hope Mortal Kombat's trade in value bumps to $30+. Great game but I haven't played it in months and it'll only get cheaper.
 
[quote name='handsomepete']Aye, confirmed. The countdown to BF page currently shows:

Check back tomorrow for Trade-in Day: Get up to a 50% Bonus in Trade-in Value.[/QUOTE]

Up to a 50% bonus - so we'll see much less than 50% for most stuff and they seemed to have dropped things the last few days in preparation ;).

But still, it's worth waiting it out. I have Modern Warfare 3 locked in at $40.50 and have till tomorrow to mail it - I might as well see what they do with that (it is currently $35).
 
I missed the deadline to ship in my game and the game ended up being returned to me. Got it today and the game case is smashed to bits. I'm not sure if I should contact CS about it.
 
I'm about to make a spreadsheet of a few titles that I want to trade in to compare today's values to tomorrow's values. It should be interesting to see how many get the "up to 50%" bump...
 
[quote name='io']Up to a 50% bonus - so we'll see much less than 50% for most stuff and they seemed to have dropped things the last few days in preparation ;).

But still, it's worth waiting it out. I have Modern Warfare 3 locked in at $40.50 and have till tomorrow to mail it - I might as well see what they do with that (it is currently $35).[/QUOTE]


God I hope it isn't something really lame. I've been holding off on trading War in the North to BB because of this bonus thing.

[quote name='backseatdog']I missed the deadline to ship in my game and the game ended up being returned to me. Got it today and the game case is smashed to bits. I'm not sure if I should contact CS about it.[/QUOTE]

How late were you? And if it's only the case that's smashed to bits, I wouldn't bother. Plenty of cases to go around and BB doesn't care if you give em a smashed case.


[quote name='mtxbass1']I'm about to make a spreadsheet of a few titles that I want to trade in to compare today's values to tomorrow's values. It should be interesting to see how many get the "up to 50%" bump...[/QUOTE]

I wonder if it's a bump on TIV or if it's a promo like trade 3 get 30%, trade 4get 40%.. etc
 
[quote name='confoosious']

How late were you? And if it's only the case that's smashed to bits, I wouldn't bother. Plenty of cases to go around and BB doesn't care if you give em a smashed case.

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I was about a week late from the deadline and it ended up getting there around a month from when I locked in. Took a gamble, but oh well. I did end up going the BB route though.
 
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