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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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8/31 Phone Quotes

Xbox 360
Mortal Kombat: Komplete = $7
Metal Gear Solid: HD Collection = $15

Wii:
The Last Story (New Entry) = 21
Resident Evil: Darkside Chronicles = 7
 
Yay for laziness, had a few items sitting in my trunk, good timing too, planning to pick up a few things from their labor day sale.
 
[quote name='209chromatic']If I trade in my wii without remote will I still get the 30% promo?[/QUOTE]

You can't trade in a console without at least 1 controller. See the OP for what is all required for a console trade in.
 
Made out with $48.00 total, quite happy with that amount.
Traded in (before bonuses)
:ps3: Soul Calibur 5 $11
:wii: Rhythm Heaven Fever $8
:360: The Orange Box $11

bought a $20 PSN card and with the rest I might consider using it towards a bigger memory card for my Vita. :D
 
8/31 - Base

Xbox 360:
Silent Hill Downpour - $14
Kingdoms of Amalur - $14

PS3:
Ninja Gaiden 3 - $11
Assassin's Creed Revelations - $10
The Sims 3 Pets - $7
Need For Speed The Run - $10
 
nothing new here, just posting these for posterity's sake:

ds3 - $30

skyward sword - $18

gta - chinatown :ds: $7

mario kart :ds: $14

$95.40 after bonuses.
 
:360:
Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm 2 $10.00
Need for Speed Most Wanted $15.00
Halo Reach $16.00
Hitman Blood Money $8.00
Left 4 Dead 2 $14.00
Mass Effect $10.00
 
I went to GS and the employee told me that they will start taking reservations for the Wii U on Sept 13 for $50 and it will be $399 and comes out on November 15. He told me he had insider info is this info true?
 
[quote name='buster90']I went to GS and the employee told me that they will start taking reservations for the Wii U on Sept 13 for $50 and it will be $399 and comes out on November 15. He told me he had insider info is this info true?[/QUOTE]
My GS employee told me that Sept 13 is the day they start taking reservations but they don't know the price yet. Also said it was supposed to come out on the 18th. I'll probably check back in on the 13th to reserve one just in case I decide to get one.
 
[quote name='buster90']I went to GS and the employee told me that they will start taking reservations for the Wii U on Sept 13 for $50 and it will be $399 and comes out on November 15. He told me he had insider info is this info true?[/QUOTE]

Probably true, who knows. The $399 is probably just a placeholder price.
 
[quote name='buster90']I went to GS and the employee told me that they will start taking reservations for the Wii U on Sept 13 for $50 and it will be $399 and comes out on November 15. He told me he had insider info is this info true?[/QUOTE]

Sorta. There's supposed to be an announcement on Sept 13th about the WiiU. So, if it's earlier enough in the day, we'd take reservations that day, or if not the following day. It will be $50 down.

As for the release date, you'll just have to wait and see... FYI, that release date is wrong.:whistle2:\"
 
8/31/12 (Phone Quotes):

360:
COD: MW3 - 15
Kinect Disneyland Adventures - 5.00

PS3:
COD: MW3 - 16.00
Littlebigplanet 2: 11.00

Wii:
Wii Sports - 7.00
 
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TIV Report 8/31

:ds:
America's Test Kitchen 30 cents

:3ds:
Splinter Cell 3D $4

:ps3:
Assassin's Creed Brotherhood $8
Kingdoms of Amalur $14
The Shoot $1.20
Start the Party $1.50

:360:
Rabbids: Alive and Kicking $6
Pocketbike Racer 10 cents
Sneak King 15 cents

:wii:
Skyward Sword $18

$94.88 after trade bonus/Pro
 
[quote name='TheHelix']
:360:
Pocketbike Racer 10 cents
Sneak King 15 cents
[/QUOTE]

Please tell me you took them back and snapped them in 2 right in front of them. :)
 
[quote name='cancerman1120']Please tell me you took them back and snapped them in 2 right in front of them. :)[/QUOTE]

Well I traded them in because I got them for a penny each from Nextworth, so a 10x/15x return of investment ain't so bad :D
 
[quote name='PimpBot2000']:360:
Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm 2 $10.00
Need for Speed Most Wanted $15.00
Halo Reach $16.00
Hitman Blood Money $8.00
Left 4 Dead 2 $14.00
Mass Effect $10.00[/QUOTE]

The original "Need for Speed: Most Wanted" trades in for that much?
 
[quote name='TheHelix']Well I traded them in because I got them for a penny each from Nextworth, so a 10x/15x return of investment ain't so bad :D[/QUOTE]

Has anyone tried to sell these to Best Buy yet? If you can get the 50 cent generic game, that's not that bad, relatively speaking.
 
[quote name='ajh2298']The original "Need for Speed: Most Wanted" trades in for that much?[/QUOTE]

Yep. It's the best NFS game of this generation, and it's demand shows. Too bad EA is looking to capitalize on (sully) it's good name with this new NFS coming out.
 
[quote name='backseatdog']Probably true, who knows. The $399 is probably just a placeholder price.[/QUOTE]

I guess I'm waiting then. there's no way I'm paying another400 to play Mario.
 
[quote name='Toss']I guess I'm waiting then. there's no way I'm paying another400 to play Mario.[/QUOTE]

If I had to guess, you won't be paying $400. That's at least $50 too much for a Nintendo console. I don't know who they'd be selling the console to beside the hardcore Nintendo fans.
 
Traded a few games today, but most have already been posted. Here are a few that haven't been updated in a while:

8/31

:360:
Transformers Dark of the Moon $8

:ps3:
Resistance 3 $9
Little Big Planet $3
 
:ps3: Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood - $9
:ps3: Infamous 2 - $6
:ps3: The Darkness II - $11
:ps3: The Simpsons Game - $7
:ps3: Fallout: New Vegas - $4
:ps3: Red Ded Redemption - $10
:360: Assassin's Creed Brotherhood - $8
:3ds: Splinter Cell 3D - $4
 
[quote name='darrenaw9']Anyone know the latest trade in value for tales of the abyss 3ds?[/QUOTE]

Check the date in the OP and if its not recent then just call up a Gamestop and ask tomorrow morning.
 
Already submitted to the tracker:

:ps3: NFS: The Run- $10
:360: Price is Right: Decades- $8

After PUR and Promo, was able to get Madden on Vita for about $12 after tax. Paid $5 each from BBY, and played through both of them. One was enjoyable, the other not. Try to guess which was which. Not a bad deal. I was tempted to get Lollipop Chainsaw, but I want to see how BBY's coupon promo works out.
 
[quote name='sp00ge']Yep. It's the best NFS game of this generation, and it's demand shows. Too bad EA is looking to capitalize on (sully) it's good name with this new NFS coming out.[/QUOTE]

You're kidding right? Do you know what developer is now handling the NFS series.
 
[quote name='Francision']Does anyone know the trade-in value of Mortal Kombat for the Vita? I hope it went up tp $10.[/QUOTE]

$5 on friday instore quote

rayman origins vita 14
unit 13 vita 10
skyrim 360 20
civ rev ps3 11
swtfu II 360 6.5
mass effect 10
orange box 360 11
nintendogs french bull 8.00
dual shock 3 still $30
 
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PS3
Red Dead Redemption $10

Xbox
Red Dead Redemption $9
Kinect Sports Season Two $9
Kingdoms of Amalur Reckoning $14
Halo Reach $16
Left 4 Dead 2 $14
GTA IV $10
 
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