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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='ricecake']Anyone know the price of 3ds? And what do you need to bring to trade in a system?

Thanks,[/QUOTE]

[quote name='DR2K']$50 base[/QUOTE]

I hate Nintendo's archaic way of doing anything related to online stuff. I owe exactly $100 on my 3DS XL and wanted to get $100 for my original if possible, but I have all the ambassador stuff and probably 6-10 other games. If they would just let you have your profile like Sony and redownload or do the system activation like Microsoft I wouldn't have to worry. Instead, I have to hope for a 3DS XL promo that will last until at least the launch day and transfer all my shit in the store. Stupid!
 
[quote name='orion1998_1']are these if effect for sure? i called this morning and was told $50 base and $25 not the double[/QUOTE]

Price confirmed in Illinois. I took my old 20GB 360 system in during lunch, and got $50 base, $50 bonus, and for the 20GB HDD $3.00 base, $.30 bonus. I traded it in with the power brick, wireless controller, and a composite video cable.

My guess is your GS didn't have the updated promo, as the promo for the last few days has been a $25 promo.
 
I'm tempted to trade in my 3G vita, 8gb card, and MGS HD...

I paid $170 for all that and an extra 8gh card (which I sold on here for $20), hoping I could make some profit and resell...but it's proving extremely hard :/

I have no clue what MGS's TIV is, but I know I could get $150 for just the system. Thing is...I hate GameStop credit. There's nothing I need, and id like cash, but there would go the promo and 20% value.

I even checked BBY's trade in site and the Vita 3G is only getting $100..ugh..
Thing is, there I could flip credit to a Visa prepaid...but I'm still losing out. I don't want to let all my stuff go for less than what I initially paid.
 
[quote name='jcp42877']I'm tempted to trade in my 3G vita, 8gb card, and MGS HD...

I paid $170 for all that and an extra 8gh card (which I sold on here for $20), hoping I could make some profit and resell...but it's proving extremely hard :/

I have no clue what MGS's TIV is, but I know I could get $150 for just the system. Thing is...I hate GameStop credit. There's nothing I need, and id like cash, but there would go the promo and 20% value.

I even checked BBY's trade in site and the Vita 3G is only getting $100..ugh..
Thing is, there I could flip credit to a Visa prepaid...but I'm still losing out. I don't want to let all my stuff go for less than what I initially paid.[/QUOTE]

Well none of us want to let things go for less than we paid jcp, but that's not really always a realistic perspective. What type of Criagslist cash offers have you been fielding? I'd say based on those you can evaluate what your best option is.
 
[quote name='bgame2']Well none of us want to let things go for less than we paid jcp, but that's not really always a realistic perspective. What type of Criagslist cash offers have you been fielding? I'd say based on those you can evaluate what your best option is.[/QUOTE]

Except i pride myself on my ability and knack for buying things and 90% of the time reselling to make a profit. It's a side hobby of mine, and it usually pays off quite well for extra spending money.

I mean, the offer seemed too good to pass up... 3G system with everything included, x2 8gb cards, AND MGS?! retail that...it's what, roughly $400 worth?

I paid $170. Just sold my 8gb card for $20, so basically, i spent $150 now.

but from what im seeing, i cant even get fuckin THAT back in cash for whats left which is STILL roughly worth $330-350 if you were to just walk into Best Buy right now. Even at GS's refurb prices....a buyer of mine is still lucking out. They're selling refurbed 3Gs for $230...im sure that doesnt include a memory card, so theres $30 for my 8gb, and eh, $30 for my used MGS...STILL...close to $290 worth of hardware...and i cant even get my $170 back.

IDK, maybe im just impatient...but i dont want to be stuck with it forever (even though it is a pretty cool system). average CL rates are going between $170-230 btw for just the SYSTEM most of the time
 
[quote name='esalw822']phone quote:

:360: 4GB Xbox 360 Slim - $70 base

$140 after promo[/QUOTE]

this a 100% promo going on? I only see the extra $25 offer..

I ask because if this is true...i just called GS and he said the TIV of a 3G Vita was $90. if i could get $180 credit, i'd be one happy camper
 
[quote name='jcp42877']this a 100% promo going on? I only see the extra $25 offer..

I ask because if this is true...i just called GS and he said the TIV of a 3G Vita was $90. if i could get $180 credit, i'd be one happy camper[/QUOTE]

Top left:

http://www.gamestock2012.com/DealsOfTheWeek.aspx

I will say that the sales associate I talked to this morning was also unaware of the promo, he just said to bring in a printout of the PDF when I go over after work.
 
Brink (XBOX 360) $0.50
Battlefield Bad Company 2 (XBOX 360) $1.25
Fallout 3 (XBOX 360) $2.50
Duke Nukem Forever (XBOX 360) $0.50
Def Jam: RapStar (XBOX 360) $1.00
NHL 2011 (XBOX 360) $7.00
Rainbow Six Vegas (XBOX 360) $0.25
Call Of Duty 4: Modern Warfare (XBOX 360) $4.00
NCAA Football 12 (XBOX 360) $5.00
Scribblenauts (Nintendo DS) $3.50
 
I was just quoted $80 for a 120 Slim PS3 and he was aware of the promo. he actually told me $160 so I am definitely thinking of trading mine in now.
 
[quote name='lpburk2']I see the value of the 3G Vita listed ($125.00). I hope the value of the wifi model is close.[/QUOTE]

So wait I can get $250 for my 3g Vita @ GS? If so I think I may just trade it in. Wish my 80gb fat mgs4 PS3 had good tiv.
 
[quote name='darknight88']So wait I can get $250 for my 3g Vita @ GS? If so I think I may just trade it in. Wish my 80gb fat mgs4 PS3 had good tiv.[/QUOTE]

negative...look when that $125 quote was last edited. I called about an hour and a half ago and they quoted me $90..so $180 for a 3G
 
[quote name='darknight88']So wait I can get $250 for my 3g Vita @ GS? If so I think I may just trade it in. Wish my 80gb fat mgs4 PS3 had good tiv.[/QUOTE]

I have the same ps3. The TIV after bonus is $160.
 
[quote name='kerouac kid']I have the same ps3. The TIV after bonus is $160.[/QUOTE]

Hmm that's not too bad, is it? Did you trade yours? I have 2 ps3s and that one is being unused. I need the cash/credit.
 
[quote name='darknight88']Hmm that's not too bad, is it? Did you trade yours? I have 2 ps3s and that one is being unused. I need the cash/credit.[/QUOTE]

No, but I'm thinking about it. My HDD is full. I would like to get a ps3 w/ a larger HDD.
 
I just called the store. The guy told me to just attach an external HDD. I'll try that. I have several lying around.
 
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Having issues with my 250GB :360:Slim and the warranty is over, how much would I get $190? When does this deal end and do I have to print out a coupon or anything for it?
 
[quote name='Stimes']Having issues with my 250GB :360:Slim and the warranty is over, how much would I get $190? When does this deal end and do I have to print out a coupon or anything for it?[/QUOTE]

I'm not sure about how much you'll get for it, but you don't have to print anything out. The deal lasts until Sunday according to the GameStock site.
 
[quote name='sbaker44']Just traded in a PSP 1000 $16 base ($32 after promo)[/QUOTE]

Even owning a Vita - I'd never trade in my 1000 for so little. That's damn insulting.
 
7/20

PS3 fat 40 GB, no BC - $70 base (140 promo)


[quote name='darknight88']What are the chances they nuke the prices tomorrow for consoles? Not sure to go today.[/QUOTE]

High
 
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[quote name='Stimes']Just sold my 250Gb 360 slim for $190 credit, going to miss Rock Band for a while.[/QUOTE]

I'm half tempted to do the same, especially since I got my Slim system for only $200 off CL along with a crap ton of other stuff I've already sold or traded in. I could practically make back what I spent months ago, but my 360 is all I have to play, and I don't think there's going to be any decent deals on a 250gb soon to make trading in profitable.

Excellent TIV though!
 
[quote name='Mr. Universe']my local GS stores said the 30% trade towards pre-owned offer is over. anyone else have this problem?[/QUOTE]

Worked for me today.
 
Would anyone know if they accept a defective ps3?it turns on but wont read games..btw,i just have a wired controller and not the wireless one.is this an issue for the trade in?
 
[quote name='knucklehead179']Would anyone know if they accept a defective ps3?it turns on but wont read games..btw,i just have a wired controller and not the wireless one.is this an issue for the trade in?[/QUOTE]

They will add a refurb fee. Last I checked it was $30-40.
 
[quote name='Ace!']does the 100% trade in automatically add or is their a code they have to input?[/QUOTE]

Im a bit confused,is it additional 30%,100%,or +$25 for a console trade in?
 
[quote name='dawman45']Friday 7/20 - $30 base for a Wii ($60 after promo)[/QUOTE]

If it's Wii motion plus, its $35 base ($70 after promo).
 
[quote name='Ace!']does the 100% trade in automatically add or is their a code they have to input?[/QUOTE]

[quote name='knucklehead179']Im a bit confused,is it additional 30%,100%,or +$25 for a console trade in?[/QUOTE]

Nothing stacks with this promo even PUR. 100% is good until tomorrow, no code needed, TIVs might be lower though.
 
Heading in now hoping the values didn't get nuked. Going to trade my 80 gig PS3 fat and a non motion plus Wii for a brand new slim 360. I was turned away yesterday because both systems had a little dust on them and they only wanted to give me a total of 67.20 for both. SMH
 
The 30% worked for me just fine:

Most games :360: with PUR and additional 30% pre-owned bonus.

Prey (hehe) - .35 (got it free, so whatever)

Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2 - 18.20

Rayman Raving Rabbids - 3.50

Fallout New Vegas - 8.40

Cars - 7.00

:ps2: Kingdom Hearts 2 - 7.70

Grand Total of 45.15 - not too shabby actually.

Put credit some towards AC:III but also picked up some STEAM wallet credit.

The base values are a few posts down . . . brain fart. It's been a bit since I've posted values on here.
 
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[quote name='willynateDgreat']The 30% worked for me just fine:

Most games :360: with PUR and additional 30% pre-owned bonus.

Prey (hehe) - .35 (got it free, so whatever)

Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2 - 18.20

Rayman Raving Rabbids - 3.50

Fallout New Vegas - 8.40

Cars - 7.00

:ps2: Kingdom Hearts 2 - 7.70

Grand Total of 45.15 - not too shabby actually.

Put credit some towards AC:III but also picked up some STEAM wallet credit.[/QUOTE]Could you post the base values for those games? It's harder to see what each game's value is when you also account for the % promos.
 
Sorry about that - Here are the base values

Most games :360:

Prey - .25

Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2 - 13.00

Rayman Raving Rabbids - 2.50

Fallout New Vegas - 6.00

Cars - 5.00

:ps2: Kingdom Hearts 2 - 5.25
 
Anyone have tic of a PS3 slim 160? Holiday bundle unit may be going back early. And to get full value do you have to trade in the bundled dualshock or just the console and cables?
 
It's in the OP but you must trade in a controller (either Dual Shock, Sixaxis, or wired 3rd party for a PS3,) the charging cable for the controller, plus the power/video hookups.
 
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