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NEW THREAD HERE http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?p=10172798

First post contains promo information & useful information and frequently asked questions. Second post has the values for games for Microsoft devices. Third post has the values for games for Nintendo devices. Fourth post has the values for games for Sony devices. Fifth post hardware values. Sixth post is open for expansion/reorganization.

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:

Black Friday Trade Deals

[quote name='Anonymous GameStop Employee']20% extra credit on trades toward refurbished/new electronics
25% bonus trade in credit when trading in 2 games
Double trade in credit on any system
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Current Promotions:
GameStop.com Information (will post it when they update it)


Trade 3 get $10 (11/18/12)
[quote name='GameStop.com'] Get $10 extra in-store credit when you trade any 3 games

Games with a trade value less than $2.00 are excluded from offer. Offer valid only toward games normally accepted in trade. Offer not good on cash trades. 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 subject to change at anytime. 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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$25 Hardware Bonus, Select Systems (11/18/12)
[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.
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$30 Guaranteed, Select Games (Varied)
[quote name='GameStop.com']Guaranteed $30 in store credit when you trade select games (within 30 days of release) View Now

$30 value is net value after trade. Trade must be in full working condition to receive full value. Valid only toward items normally accepted in trade. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Subject to manager approval. See store associate for details. No dealers. Some exclusions may apply. Offer valid only while new game is priced $49.99 or higher. 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.
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Assassin's Creed III PS3 Bundle Upgrade Offer (11/11/12)
[quote name='GameStop.com']Get $75 extra in-store credit when you trade any PS3 toward a new PS3 500GB Assassin’s Creed III bundle.”

Full trade amount must be applied toward the purchase of a new PS3 500GB Assassin's Creed III bundle. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Defective items may be eligible for trade at a lesser value. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Trade-ins subject to manager approval. Offer valid only toward items 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 valid 10/30/12 through 11/11/12.
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Sony Collections Trade Offer (11/14/12)
[quote name='GameStop.com']Get 50% extra in-store credit when you trade any games toward the purchase of select Sony collections. Exclusively for PowerUp Rewards members


Eligible Games
- Ratchet & Clank Collection - $39.99
-God of War Saga - $39.99
- Jak and Daxter Collection - $39.99
- Ico and Shadow of the Colossus Collection - $19.99
- InFAMOUS Collection $19.99
- Journey Collector’s Edition- $29.99
- Uncharted Dual Pack - $39.99
- Killzone Trilogy - $39.99


Legal: Full trade amount must be applied toward the purchase of participating games. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Defective items may be eligible for trade at a lesser value. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Trade-ins subject to manager approval. Offer valid only toward items 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 valid 11/1/12 through 11/14/12.
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Power Up Rewards Exclusive Hardware Values (11/11/12)
[quote name='GameStop.com']PowerUp Rewards exclusive hardware trade offers are here. Trade in your system to score these exclusive trade prices.

  • Xbox 360 orig - $80
  • Xbox 360 slim - $125
  • PS3 - $125
  • Wii - $40
  • 3DS - $75
  • DSi - $50
  • DS Lite - $40
  • PS Vita - $90
  • PS2 - $30
Values are net after trade. Offer not good on cash trades. Hardware must be in full working condition to be eligible for this offer. Defective hardware may be eligible for trade at a lesser 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. Offer valid 11/6/12 through 11/11/12.
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30% Power Trade (1/6/13)
[quote name='GameStop.com']Get 30% extra in-store credit when you trade any items toward a new copy of select games. http://www.gamestop.com/mrkt/landing/pre-pay-bonus-30-trade-credit/

Full trade value amount must be applied toward the pre-order/purchase of a new copy of a participating game. 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 items 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]


PC Download Power Trade (11/5/12)
[quote name='GameStop.com']Power Trade: Get an extra 25% in-store credit when you trade any games toward Prototype Franchise bundle, Dead Space Bundle, F.E.A.R. bundle or Dawnguard DLC digital downloads.

Full trade value amount must be applied toward the purchase of PC download of Prototype Franchise bundle, Dead Space Bundle, F.E.A.R. bundle or Dawnguard DLC. 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% Headset Offer (11/5/12)
[quote name='GameStop.com']Get an extra 25% in-store credit when you trade any items toward a new headset. including Turtle Beach, Tritton, Beats and more!

Full trade amount must be applied toward the purchase of new headset. 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 items 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]


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, 16,,,,,,,,

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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50% trade in is usually YMMV. Stores run it when they have gotten low on inventory to encourage getting people to trade their games. Very rarely does it seem to be company wide. Maybe twice a year from what ive seen.
 
[quote name='davisdj']Just this one store I called she said I could come in today & get it. I would call 1st just to make sure. ;)

Edit- Just called another store & they said it starts tomorrow.
Then called another & said it had been going on all week & ends tomorrow. So, yeah lol. :lol:[/QUOTE]

Got shot down and told it was tomorrow :( I asked if I get it a day early since I'm a PUR, and PUR usually get early access, but was told they tried it earlier lol. Oh well
 
[quote name='209chromatic']50% promo will only work on games right?[/QUOTE]

I tried to get greedy and ask so I can trade in another 3GS and asked, told me no and games only. Also it had to be applied toward preowned
 
[quote name='chuckywang']How did you get so many Dualshock 3's?[/QUOTE]


I have 3 Ps3's in my house that each had a set of 4 controllers.

The others were heavily discounted Controller Bundles from Kmart.
 
[quote name='Yigytugd']How much TIV for Uncharted 3?[/QUOTE]

Someone posted a couple days ago, it was $5. It's also $5 at BB, but BEFORE the 100% bonus.
 
[quote name='Geco17']Someone posted a couple days ago, it was $5. It's also $5 at BB, but BEFORE the 100% bonus.[/QUOTE]

If he looked up on this pg. he would have seen I posted the TIV as well. ;)
 
[quote name='Geco17']I feel your pain. I have 2-3 black cases but 0 of the white to go with the white controller I want to trade in. Think they'll charge me a refurb fee for that?[/QUOTE]

hmm good question who knows
 
Is the 50% bonus going to be towards new pre orders? Gamestop employee on the phone said it was towards pre-owned items. Is that right?
 
[quote name='Althax']Is the 50% bonus going to be towards new pre orders? Gamestop employee on the phone said it was towards pre-owned items. Is that right?[/QUOTE]

Pre owned games
 
[quote name='Althax']Damn, I was wanting to use it to pay off a pre order[/QUOTE]

YMMV but a lot of times they will let you put it towards something else especially another preorder
 
[quote name='Althax']Damn, I was wanting to use it to pay off a pre order[/QUOTE]

Purchase a really cheap used game and the remainder of your credit can be put on a card.
 
Wait so the 50%(60% with PUR Card) bonus will only be good this weekend if you purchase a pre-owned game with the credit? Crap that sucks I hate when they do this deal like this.
 
[quote name='ajh2298']Wait so the 50%(60% with PUR Card) bonus will only be good this weekend if you purchase a pre-owned game with the credit? Crap that sucks I hate when they do this deal like this.[/QUOTE]

all you have to do is buy a $.99 used game.
 
[quote name='ajh2298']Wait so the 50%(60% with PUR Card) bonus will only be good this weekend if you purchase a pre-owned game with the credit? Crap that sucks I hate when they do this deal like this.[/QUOTE]

Link's Crossbow Training
 
Ok, what is the exact promo is for the 30% extra for the duel shock 3 tiv? I tried it but only gives 30 +3 up until they ask for my signiture so I backed out. I tried asking them tolook it up buy they could not find it.
 
[quote name='nixmahn']Ok, what is the exact promo is for the 30% extra for the duel shock 3 tiv? I tried it but only gives 30 +3 up until they ask for my signiture so I backed out. I tried asking them tolook it up buy they could not find it.[/QUOTE]

trade ANY ITEM towards a select list of games found on their website where the promo is. so 30 + 3 + 30% = 42.

at mine they had to scan some card or paper or something to apply the extra. just ask them about it or tell them on their website it says about this promo.

order of sequence at mine
1. put in DS3
2. scan pur card
3. scan promo paper.
 
[quote name='Geco17']I feel your pain. I have 2-3 black cases but 0 of the white to go with the white controller I want to trade in. Think they'll charge me a refurb fee for that?[/QUOTE]

I traded in a few wii remotes a month or so ago and they had no problem with the battery covers being a different color, so I can't imagine it being different of Xbox controllers. Might be YMMV.
 
[quote name='Hoos First']all you have to do is buy a $.99 used game.[/QUOTE]

More often these days they are requiring that you put all of the trade in value toward the item to get the bonus.

In my case the difference between the 50% and 30% is about 5$ so if they won't let me buy a crap game and get the full 50% then ill just go for the 30%.
 
[quote name='Althax']More often these days they are requiring that you put all of the trade in value toward the item to get the bonus.

In my case the difference between the 50% and 30% is about 5$ so if they won't let me buy a crap game and get the full 50% then ill just go for the 30%.[/QUOTE]
You need to find a better gamestop.
 
[quote name='nakanenui']:ps3: Kingdoms of amalur 14 base.
:ps3: ssx 12 base.[/QUOTE]

lol I read SSX too fast, I thought you traded in Sex for $12.

OH YEAH
 
[quote name='PublikDefender']Are you guys sure that the base tiv of Madden 13 is $45 as it says in the tradein-tracker? I'm assuming that's wrong?[/QUOTE]
It's wrong. There's a $30 guarantee in place for the home consoles. I don't think anyone's posted the underlying base that would be used to calculate the 10% PUR bonus, but it's definitely not over $30. Vita is at $15.
 
WTF not even 2 days ago I was in there to trade in games and nothing was mentioned of this 50% bonus trade in..... This is BS totally, is there any way to get that difference ? Anyone ?
 
[quote name='Derrick1979']WTF not even 2 days ago I was in there to trade in games and nothing was mentioned of this 50% bonus trade in..... This is BS totally, is there any way to get that difference ? Anyone ?[/QUOTE]

Once you sign, the deal is done I'm afraid.
 
Sweet, I was planning on getting rid of my xbox but wanted to unload my games. Perfect timing.
Hope prices don't change to much though. >_>
 
I have never posted on this site before, but I rely on it a lot. So I thought I should start contributing. I went to GameStop yesterday to trade in some stuff and as of August 30, 2012. I can reconfirm and update the prices on these items.

PS3 Dualshock 3 Wireless (Base Price): $30.00
:ds: Kingdom Hearts Re: Coded (Base Price): $6.00
 
[quote name='joeyrpger']I have never posted on this site before, but I rely on it a lot. So I thought I should start contributing. I went to GameStop yesterday to trade in some stuff and as of August 30, 2012. I can reconfirm and update the prices on these items.

PS3 Dualshock 3 Wireless (Base Price): $30.00
:ds: Kingdom Hearts Re: Coded (Base Price): $6.00[/QUOTE]

Thank you :applause:
 
damn, i should have gotten two copies of skyward sword back when they had it at bby for $15. now i'm tempted to trade in my copy.
 
[quote name='Althax']My email says the 50% bonus is only good friday the 31st.[/QUOTE]

keep reading, it says friday the 31st until 9 september.
 
[quote name='Althax']My email says the 50% bonus is only good friday the 31st.[/QUOTE]

http://www.gamestop.com/tradeins

50% Trade Bonus
Trade in your Games and get an extra 50% in-store credit.

Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Offer not valid toward cash trades. Subject to manager approval. 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 8/31/12 through 9/9/12.
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