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NEW THREAD HERE: http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?p=9832580

WHEN REPORTING TRADE-IN VALUES PLEASE POST BASE VALUES & SYSTEM IT IS FOR.

First post contains promo information & useful information and frequently asked questions. The second post is blank currently but is there for expansion or to revert back to the way things were. Third post has the 360/Wii/PS3 values. Fourth post has the PS2/GC values. Fifth post has DS/PSP values. Sixth post has hardware/accessory values for all systems.

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.

Upcoming Promotions:


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


Power Trade 30% (8/5/12)
[quote name='GameStop.com'] Power Trade: Get a 30% trade bonus on any games traded toward a new copy of:New Super Mario Bros. 2, Kingdom Hearts, 3D: Dream Drop Distance, Transformers: Fall of Cybertron, Madden NFL 13

Full trade value amount must be applied toward pre-order/purchase of a new copy of New Super Mario Bros. 2, Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance, Madden NFL13 or Transformers: Fall of Cybertron. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Trade-ins subject to manager approval. Offer valid only toward games normally accepted in trade. 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 expiration varies by title. [/QUOTE]


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30% Extra toward pre-owned (8/5/12)
[quote name='GameStop.com']Get an extra 30% in-store credit when you trade your old games toward the purchase of any pre-owned product.

Full trade value must be applied toward the purchase of pre-owned product. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Trade-ins subject to manager approval. Offer valid only toward games normally accepted in trade. 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. [/QUOTE]


30% Trade Bonus Toward Steam Funds (7/23/12)
[quote name='GameStop.com']Get an extra 30% in-store credit when you trade your old games toward the purchase of Steam Wallet currency during the Steam Summer Sale.

Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Trade-ins subject to manager approval. Offer valid only toward games normally accepted in trade. 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.[/QUOTE]


$25 Hardware Bonus (Ends 8/5/12)
[quote name='GameStop.com']Get an extra $25 in-store credit when you trade any PS3, Xbox 360, PS Vita or 3DS system

Offer not good on cash trades. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Hardware must have all necessary components for trade. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Trade-ins subject to manager approval. See store associate for details. No dealers. Offer vailid 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. [/QUOTE]


$30 Buy Back (Ends 8/5/12)
[quote name='GameStop.com']Guaranteed $30 in store credit when you trade NCAA Football 13 within 30 days of release

$30 value is net after trade. Trade must be in full working condition to receive full value. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Subject to manager approval. See store associate for details. No dealers. Offer valid only while new title is priced at $59.99 (Xbox 360 and PS3). 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. [/QUOTE]


30% Trade Bonus Toward Google Nexus 7 (Includes iOS/Android Devices - Ends 8/05/12)
[quote name='GameStop.com']
Power Trade: Get an extra 30% in-store credit when you trade any items toward the pre-order of the Google Nexus 7 Tablet.

Full trade value amount must be applied toward pre-order/purchase of a Google Nexus 7 Tablet. While supplies last. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Trade-ins subject to manager approval. Offer valid only toward games normally accepted in trade. 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":

: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

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.

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='CAGkrazy']B:AC still has a base price of $23?
I thought GS would finally bring the price down hard since Best Buy Coupon deal is already done. That is nice to know![/QUOTE]

means you can still get $32 towards an eligible preorder lol.
 
[quote name='Donut2922']means you can still get $32 towards an eligible preorder lol.[/QUOTE]

Hehe! you got that right! Well i hope everyone that got an extra B:AC gets to trade them in soon or forever regret getting the best trade in video game deal of the year... so far!
 
[quote name='CAGkrazy']Hehe! you got that right! Well i hope everyone that got an extra B:AC gets to trade them in soon or forever regret getting the best trade in video game deal of the year... so far![/QUOTE]

$5 bac! :D
 
3/12/2012

PS3:
Rachet and Clank: All 4 one $15
LittleBigPlanet2: $17
Dead Rising 2: $8

Xbox360:
Call of Duty 4: $5
Call of Duty WoW: $4
Call of Duty MW2: $9
Marvel Vs Capcom 3: $5
Street Fighter 4: $1.50
Beautiful Katamari: $6
Lost Oddyssy: $3
Bully Scholarship Ed: $7
Halo Wars: $5
Mass Effect: $9
Blue Dragon: $2.50
Eat Lead: $2
Thrillville: $4.50

160gb PS3 System : $70

Total with PUR 10% and 3 for $10 (x5) and $50 PS3 promos.......... $283.95! I didn't have the $175 ps3 coupon that everyone is talking about. oh well. :(

So I picked myself up a PS Vita wifi and 16gb card. had to pay $28 difference. :D I never used my ps3 but I'll be using the vita tons more.
 
[quote name='TTO']Does anyone recall the TIV of a 60GB PS3 without a controller?[/QUOTE]

Can't trade in a system without a controller.
 
[quote name='Golden Lemonz']all you have to do is put $5 down and rest can go to your credit. I chose to put all credit towards pre order but i got the choice. If not you can put it all towards the pre order and come back in a few days and cancel it and the credit will go back on your card.[/QUOTE]

You're right in that you have the choice but what you're advising is conclusion/option from the promo. I've had employees tell me that you have to apply the whole trade-in towards the deposit. Some employees can be very strict even though your argument is that the "system lets you apply just the $5 deposit at a minimum to still qualify."
 
[quote name='technicalstylez']b:ac trade in promo 23+5 ends today 3/12.[/QUOTE]Omg I was gonna trade tomorrow. :(
Better to sell in eBay now?
 
[quote name='darknight88']Omg I was gonna trade tomorrow. :(
Better to sell in eBay now?[/QUOTE]

wait and see what happens to the TIV tomorrow. It will probably tank, but maybe not. If not, you can still get $23 + the 30% preorder bonus promo
 
Base TIV from 03/12/2012

Xbox 360:

Rock Band: Lego - 1.00
Warhammer 40K: Space Marine - 11.00
Simpsons: The Game - 5.00
Medal of Honor - 3.00
Band Hero - 1.50
Mass Effect 2 - 8.00
Singularity - 2.50
Rage - 7.00

Total after PUR and bonus was 62.94
 
360 :

Duke Nukem Forever : 2
NFS : The Run : 15
Simpsons Game : 5
X-men Origins : Wolverine : 3
Star Ocean : Last Hope : 4
NFS : Carbon ; 5
Call of Duty : MW2 : 9
Crackdown 2 : 4
Dead Rising 2 : 7
Rage : 7
Dead or Alive 4 : 2.50
Bayonetta : 3
Dante's Inferno : 4
Transformers War For Cybertron : 6
GTA IV : 8

PS3

Heavenly Sword : 3

PSP

Motorstorm Arctic Edge :3
Burnout Legends : 2.50

All in all I ended up with roughly 182 in credit. Not too bad for trying to get rid of some of my crap.
 
Trade in Values for today (3/13/12)

360
-Red Dead Redemption (GOTY) = $16
-Resident Evil 5 = $7
-Dead Island = $17
-Medal of Honor = $3
-Borderlands (GOTY) = $5 (not sure if they ran it as GOTY, seems kinda low)
-Deus Ex: Human Revolution = $8
-Rock Band = $0.20
-Rock Band 2 = $0.75


PS3
-Uncharted: Drake's Fortune = $6
-Catherine = $10
-Final Fantasy XIII = $7

Total = $118.06



I also bought Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning (used) and it came with an online code on the receipt. Redeemed it and it was legit; I got a free online code. This also happened to me when I bought Batman: Arkham City (used) from GS.

Can you wait a couple of weeks after games have been released, snatch an used copy, and get a free online code in the receipt? Is it only for certain games? Anyone know why?
 
[quote name='foreverjoe20']
-Borderlands (GOTY) = $5 (not sure if they ran it as GOTY, seems kinda low)[/QUOTE]
Pretty sure they run it as the same as the standard since the GOTY content is on codes.

[quote name='foreverjoe20']I also bought Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning (used) and it came with an online code on the receipt. Redeemed it and it was legit; I got a free online code. This also happened to me when I bought Batman: Arkham City (used) from GS.

Can you wait a couple of weeks after games have been released, snatch an used copy, and get a free online code in the receipt? Is it only for certain games? Anyone know why?[/QUOTE]
GameStop worked a deal with WB for Arkham City codes. No idea on Reckoning.
 
I believe with certain games, Gamestop has made a deal with the publisher to print up codes for DLC that was specific to buying a new copy.
 
[quote name='Burning Karma']Pretty sure they run it as the same as the standard since the GOTY content is on codes.
[/QUOTE]

There is a 2 Disc GOTY version that has the DLC on the second disc for 360 that I have.
 
xbox 360 has FALLEN to 45 (with 50 addon) 95 no longer the 100 :(

though i still take 95 bucks for a 2008 model that has been sitting in a damp basement for the last 3 years
 
Mass Effect 3 (Xbox 360) is $25.00 plus an automatic extra $5.00 for a limited time. So it's $30 TIV.

Virtua Fighter 5 also dropped to $1.50 for the 360.
 
[quote name='mrclutch']Welcome to why you should never buy a used console.[/QUOTE]

and why you should NEVER EVER BUY A USED HANDHELD system...not after what i seen some people do with them.

was was stored in a plastic tight contaner so there was no way water would got to it... i just never had the room to hook the system back up after my cousin moved in with us... love to get a ps3 but just dont have the room to hook it up

sort of laugh when i saw the 256mb memory card sticking out of it.... man that wouldnt hold nothing today
 
[quote name='kcollins1304']There is a 2 Disc GOTY version that has the DLC on the second disc for 360 that I have.[/QUOTE]
Ah, did not know that. I know there is a version with just codes though. That's probably what GameStop uses for the TIV.
 
[quote name='Burning Karma']Ah, did not know that. I know there is a version with just codes though. That's probably what GameStop uses for the TIV.[/QUOTE]
I'm not sure, if you call in to get the TIV they ask you which version it is. So the different versions are most likely seperate in their computer.

I sold my 2 disc version for $8 base a couple weeks ago
 
Any idea what they check for when you trade in a Dualshock 3 Controller?

No idea what happened with mine, but out of nowhere the left stick keeps getting locked on something near the middle (And making a popping/clicking noise). Cant get the damn screws off, and nothing seems to be stuck in it

Didnt want to fork out 55$ for a new controller, but looks like i'll have to
 
[quote name='dgwillia006']Any idea what they check for when you trade in a Dualshock 3 Controller?

No idea what happened with mine, but out of nowhere the left stick keeps getting locked on something near the middle (And making a popping/clicking noise). Cant get the damn screws off, and nothing seems to be stuck in it

Didnt want to fork out 55$ for a new controller, but looks like i'll have to[/QUOTE]

Eppppp! Why not fork it out at Amazon for $40 on the black controller? Even the New Owners Kit is still 45.
 
[quote name='dgwillia006']Any idea what they check for when you trade in a Dualshock 3 Controller?

No idea what happened with mine, but out of nowhere the left stick keeps getting locked on something near the middle (And making a popping/clicking noise). Cant get the damn screws off, and nothing seems to be stuck in it

Didnt want to fork out 55$ for a new controller, but looks like i'll have to[/QUOTE]

Sticky/stuck/broken buttons and analog sticks broken/stuck.
 
Dont really have the cash atm, if i have to pay cash somewhere, not gonna be able to get Resident Evil next week. So trade in credit is my only choice

And the stick isnt really broken, but it keeps getting locked in like 2 different positions (Either above the center or below it), it still works fine, but it refuses to realign to the center. Though, i cant play most games with it like this
 
3/14

:ds:
Advance Wars: Days of Ruin $2
Dragon Quest IV $4
Mega Man Battle Network 5 DTDS $2.25

Finally got around to picking up FFII on PSP. I've been putting it off forever.
 
[quote name='Lord Alucard']3/14

:ds:
Advance Wars: Days of Ruin $2
Dragon Quest IV $4
Mega Man Battle Network 5 DTDS $2.25

Finally got around to picking up FFII on PSP. I've been putting it off forever.[/QUOTE]

How could you trade in advanced wars dor ? Such an amazing game. I'm praying for a 3ds advance wars. Especially after loving ghost recon shadow wars so much
 
PSP
Madden 10 3.50

PS2
Sims 2 3.00

360
History Channel:Battle Pacific 3.00
DiRT 3.00
BUrnout Paradise 4.00
COD: Modern Warfare 5.00

wii
Need for Speed : Pro street 4.00
Bully 5.00
goldeneye 007 5.00
Lego Batman 5.00
SpongeBob : Creature from the 3.50
WWE smackdown 2011 10.00

DS
Littlest Pet Shop: Jungle 4.00
Club Penguin: Herbert's Revenge 3.00
COD 4: Modern Warfare 4.50
Need For Speed: Underground 2 4.00
 
Traded in for store credit at GameStop on March 10, 2012.

Nintendo DS
Brain Age 2 - $ 0.75
Final Fantasy : The 4 Heroes of Light - $2.50
Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles : Ring of Fates - $2.00
Kingdom Hearts Re:coded - $6.00

PS3
Batarang Wireless Controller made for Batman Arkham City - $5.75
Battlefield Bad Company (Gold Edition) - $4.00
Battlefield Bad Company 2 (Ultimate Edition) - $4.00
Call of Duty Black Ops (Hardend Edition) - $15.00
Call of Duty Modern Warfare (Game of the Year Edition) - $5.00
Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 (Hardened Edition) - $7.00
Call of Duty World at War - $4.00
Child of Eden - $10.00
L.A. Noire - $10.00
LEGO Harry Potter : Years 1-4 (Limited) - $5.00
Madden NFL 2012 - $21.00
Majin and the Forsaken Kingdom - $4.00
MotorStorm : Apocalypse - $14.00
Resistance Fall of Man - $1.25
Resistance 2 - $2.00
Resistance 3 - $15.00
Splinter Cell Trilogy - $10.00

Wii
Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles : Echoes of Time - $5.00
 
[quote name='Lord Alucard']3/14

:ds:
Advance Wars: Days of Ruin $2
Dragon Quest IV $4
Mega Man Battle Network 5 DTDS $2.25

Finally got around to picking up FFII on PSP. I've been putting it off forever.[/QUOTE]

i highly doubt anyone in the right mind would trade in those games for those prices if you did you have to be the biggest sucker of the year ... megaman 5 could of easy got you 10x that on ebay
 
[quote name='biledriver']Amazon can charge what they want but the game is widely available here from gamestop for 12.99 used.[/QUOTE]

Amazon can charge what they want, but it sells for $22-45 on ebay.
 
[quote name='biledriver']Amazon can charge what they want but the game is widely available here from gamestop for 12.99 used.[/QUOTE]

It's currently unavailable online. If it's available locally, then a free cookie for you. But for those who are buying it on ebay or Amazon, I'm sure it's unavailable in their area locally too.
 
Shouldn't some info on the Game Days sale be dropping soon? Or another B2G1? This GS credit is burning a hole in my virtual wallet.
 
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