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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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Base hardware values pulled from the other thread:

Wii: $30

Xbox 360 20GB: $55 (HD not needed for trade)
XBox 360 Elite: $55 (I assume any old-style 360 is $55 with no HD needed)
Xbox 360 Slim 250GB: $90
Xbox 360 Slim 4GB: $75
Xbox 360 250GB HD (for slim): $40 (assuming this doesn't double - and also this doesn't reconcile with the 2 quotes above)

PS3 40GB: $90
PS3 60GB: $90
PS3 160GB: $90 (looks like any fat PS3 is $90, no matter the model)
PS3 Slim 120GB: $90
PS3 Slim 160GB: $95
PS3 Slim 320GB: $100

3DS: $50
3DS XL: $75
DS Lite: $20

PS Vita: $70
PS Vita 3G: $75

PSP Go: $18

PS2 (original): $18
 
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If any PS3 (fat) is $90 tomorrow then I am doing this but if not then it won't be worth trading up. My old MW2 Elite 360 would get like $130 with the HD so that is not worth it for an upgrade.
 
[quote name='marineal']can i trade in an old xbox 360, whose disc drive doesn't work?[/QUOTE]

Do you want to buy a 360 with a drive that doesn't work?






Niether does anyone else
 
glad to be rid of my old XBOX 360 20GB with wireless controller for $55 base TIV. They gave me $3.75 for the 20GB HD. $113.75 isn't too shabby for an old XBOX I had sitting around collecting dust.
 
Yeah I just called and my 60 gb (fat) ps3 is getting $90 base. It is one of the originals (full ps2 compatibility) with 4 usb. I has been good to me but runs so dam hot and is a lead block. I think I am going to upgrade. I already have $44 in trade there plus I was planning to trade 2 games for $40. To get a new superslim for almost nothing out of pocket sounds pretty good.
 
[quote name='io']I don't know if anyone remembers the Gran Turismo 4 trade-in promo they had way back when. I forget the exact details but basically you could trade in 2 (I think) crappy PS2 games for a brand new (at the time) GT4.[/QUOTE]

I remember that promo... I believe it was 4 PS2 games for Gran Turismo 4 originally, then was reduced to 3 PS2 games for GT4. I believe GT 4 was selling for $40 at the time, so you were getting $10 to $13.33 per game. I would get a gift receipt and return the GT4 to another store for GameStop credit.
 
I'd consider trading in my 360 since I hardly use it anymore but what do you guys plan to do with your games that you have for a console you no longer have?

Trade them in at the same time? I feel as though that's exactly what gamestop wants so you get very little back for your games and then they can make a nice profit off your loss.

I'm thinking if I decide to trade in my console for this promo, I would just sell my games directly to gamers via Glyde or equivlent service so I can spread the saving around and get a bit more money off my games too.

Anyone have any bright ideas about the subject?
 
[quote name='io']JP - I added the $90 value for the 160GB fat and $95 value for 160GB slim (from the other thread) into the PS3 hardware section with today's date. There are a lot more hardware quotes in that other thread. I'd shut it down and direct everyone here but people tend to get a little pissed when stuff like that happens. The deal is good enough to have its own thread for a few days at least, anyway - then maybe I'll move it over here. Maybe I'll cull the rest of the values out of that thread later tonight and post them here.[/QUOTE]
Cool. I typically try to monitor the separate TIV promo threads for values because people throw a fit when they get merged with this one. That and it's also no that hard to check a second thread. The past 6 months work has been kicking my ass time wise so my updating is like every 3-4 days anymore so I get a little behind, which sucks on promos like these. My internet traffic at the office is more closely monitored now too, as someone complained about my IT blog posts. Jerks. I'm working on starting updating right now. Hopefully by this evening we will be back up to date.
 
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Real dumb question:

Do iPhones and the like count as hardware or systems for the purpose of these bonuses?
 
[quote name='Vigilante']DUDE. Your store's manager is freaking awesome and crafty/clever as heck. :shock:[/QUOTE]
[quote name='io']Yeah, I don't know if this is a good thing or not, but this manager has been an EB/GS manager for as long as I've been going to Gamestop...since about 2004 or so...[/QUOTE]
In addition to giving him extensive knowledge of the system, maybe this longevity also allows him to get away with stuff he otherwise wouldn't be able to. Good for him for going the extra mile and good for you for holding onto a business relationship like that.

I am sorry to report that I had no such luck with my local store today. On Sunday afternoon I traded in a slim PS2 for $30. Today I was told that the base was $20, bringing it to $40 with the promotion. This is the last remaining Gstop that I go to and I am on very good terms with the entire staff. The store manager and employee that were there Sunday were also working today. She was unable to figure out a way to make it happen, saying that GA pawn law prevents any item being returned to the customer and couldn't/wouldn't sell me a PS2 for $30 to do the same thing your guy did.

I get it and all, I mean store managers have regional managers and everything so I wasn't a jerk about it or anything. She also knows that this sucks for her regulars and was sincerely apologetic, mentioning that she thought it was crap as soon as she saw the sale info sent to the store on Monday.

So to sum up a too long, too familiar tale...
Gamestop screwed me out of 25% of what would have been my total because I visited their store 24 hrs before I should have, using a deal just for loyal Power-Up reward members.
Thanks Gamestop, getting treated like this feels great.:booty:

Oh, and for the good of the group: PS2 slim TIV = $20, 10/02/2012
 
Question for people in here, and sorry if it seems silly, but if the sticks on a 360 wireless controller are worn, do they take off any credit? I have a bunch laying around my house I really don't need and would rather trade them to GS than try on CL

Also, couldn't tell by reading back a few pages. Are all fat PS3s getting 90 for this promo? I want to get a Backwards compatable one if my GS has any and wouldn't mind doing that for cheap...
 
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Anybody know the restrictions for the trade 2, get 40? I have a stack of PS3 games I wouldn't mind getting rid of if I could get 40 bucks for them. Games like Uncharted 1 and 2, AC: 2 and Brotherhood, Mass Effect 2, and Hot Shots Golf for Vita.

I called but they said they couldn't help me due to "a line out the door."

Edit: Never mind. Found the eligible game list on-line.
 
[quote name='yokofox33']Anybody know the restrictions for the trade 2, get 40? I have a stack of PS3 games I wouldn't mind getting rid of if I could get 40 bucks for them. Games like Uncharted 1 and 2, AC: 2 and Brotherhood, Mass Effect 2, and Hot Shots Golf for Vita.

I called but they said they couldn't help me due to "a line out the door."[/QUOTE]

Edit: I see you found it. :)

There is a list. None of your games are on it.

http://www.gamestop.com/collection/special-trades
 
:360:

SSX - $5
NBA 2K12 - $9

A lot less than I was expecting for SSX, for some reason.

EDIT: Right, just checked. The GS TIV is listed as $12 on the site. Super big hit/drop.
 
[quote name='TheCollegeGamer']:360:

SSX - $5
NBA 2K12 - $9

A lot less than I was expecting for SSX, for some reason.

EDIT: Right, just checked. The GS TIV is listed as $12 on the site. Super big hit/drop.[/QUOTE]

The game is currently on sale for $20 with used copies at $17 so I'd guess that has something to do with it.
 
[quote name='angelfly']The game is currently on sale for $20 with used copies at $17 so I'd guess that has something to do with it.[/QUOTE]

Damn, wish I had seen that I would have held on to it until next week. Must have missed the email.

EDIT: Man, with the additional 30% that's another almost $15 left on the table. Damn it, I can't believe I let that sale slip by. That blows. Dipped me below $200 in store credit after paying off White 2.
 
Wireless Controller - $24.75 (9/27/12)
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Is this still correct, can anyone confirm? Seems extremely high especially for gamestop. I traded a wireless controller in about a year ago and it was like $12 or so.
 
TIV 10/2/12

:360:

Spider-man Web of Shadows $11
Orange Box $11
L4D $11
Mass Effect $10
Halo CE Anniversary $11

:ps3:

F.E.A.R. 2 Project Origin $2
MAG $0.25

Now whomever reported that MAG was getting $5.50 on 9/28/12 was either wrong or the clerk screwed up their TIV or my TIV was screwed because $5.50 ---> $0.25 is pretty steep in 4 days. I only did it because I need the 7th game for the extra 10%.
 
[quote name='KMunley']Is this still correct, can anyone confirm? Seems extremely high especially for gamestop. I traded a wireless controller in about a year ago and it was like $12 or so.[/QUOTE]

That was the old base of 22.50 with the 10% bonus. The TIV has fallen to 20.
 
[quote name='buckythekat']320gb slim 360 hard drive by itself is $55[/QUOTE]

Do they let you trade in the slim without a hd?

edit: My store tested the hell out of my controllers. They were about to reject both of them but they ended up taking one of my two controllers.
 
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[quote name='panda911']That was the old base of 22.50 with the 10% bonus. The TIV has fallen to 20.[/QUOTE]

Awesome I had no idea it jumped up to $20. Thanks for the response.
 
[quote name='buckythekat']320gb slim 360 hard drive by itself is $55[/QUOTE]
Seriously? Base price?
Tempted to trade it in with the 30% bonus trade-in ... get about $71.50?
 
[quote name='KrayzieKMF']Do they let you trade in the slim without a hd?

edit: My store tested the hell out of my controllers. They were about to reject both of them but they ended up taking one of my two controllers.[/QUOTE]

don't believe so, unless it's a 4GB slim

[quote name='iduncurr']Seriously? Base price?
Tempted to trade it in with the 30% bonus trade-in ... get about $71.50?[/QUOTE]

that's what they quoted me without the 10% bump so I believe so, I couldn't see the screen so I'm not 100% certain but it makes sense since someone else said the 250GB slim hard drive trades for ~$47
 
Wait, so I can trade in an old white 360 without an HDD for $110 after the extra 100%? Gamestop only stands to profit $20 after that sale. I doubt I could even sell it for that much on Craigslist or something.

EDIT: And I can trade in my 160GB PS3 Slim for $190? $80 more and I can buy the new 250GB Slim Slim with Uncharted 3 for $80 more. This doesn't seem very GameStop-y.
 
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i remember people talking about coupons stacking (25% off and 10 off 29.99+)

does anyone know if the b2g1 coupon (steal of the week) will stack with a $10 off coupon?
 
I'm gonna trade in a ps3 slim 120gb but I'd like to know the minimum requirements so that I don't trade in anything extra by accident.

Is this everything I need?
1. ps3 slim 120 gb
2. component cables
3. ac power cable

Or, do I also need to trade in a dualshock 3? If I need to trade in a controller, do I also need to trade in the micro to reg usb charger cable or can I get away with just the controller?
 
[quote name='PublikDefender']I'm gonna trade in a ps3 slim 120gb but I'd like to know the minimum requirements so that I don't trade in anything extra by accident.

Is this everything I need?
1. ps3 slim 120 gb
2. component cables
3. ac power cable

Or, do I also need to trade in a dualshock 3? If I need to trade in a controller, do I also need to trade in the micro to reg usb charger cable or can I get away with just the controller?[/QUOTE]

You need both the DS3 + charge cable.
 
Can someone explain what exactly I need when I trade in my ps3? I don't have the component cables, is that okay? I only have the ps3, the power cord, the cord to charge the controller, and a controller. Is the $90 trade in value for all of the above items, and do I need to bring my controller in as well since the up directional button is starting to lose responsiveness and I don't know if they would accept it?
 
Will they accept my ps3 trade if I don't have the component cables? I would like to trade in my ps3 but I dorm on my college campus and don't feel like driving back home to get my component cables.
 
[quote name='doreo503']Will they accept my ps3 trade if I don't have the component cables? I would like to trade in my ps3 but I dorm on my college campus and don't feel like driving back home to get my component cables.[/QUOTE]

Nope you'll need the component cables. If not you'll be charged a refurb fee and wont qualify for the bonus. I made the mistake of only taking my HDMI cable and had to turn back.
 
[quote name='Brash_Attack']Wait, so I can trade in an old white 360 without an HDD for $110 after the extra 100%? Gamestop only stands to profit $20 after that sale. I doubt I could even sell it for that much on Craigslist or something.

EDIT: And I can trade in my 160GB PS3 Slim for $190? $80 more and I can buy the new 250GB Slim Slim with Uncharted 3 for $80 more. This doesn't seem very GameStop-y.[/QUOTE]

Yeah, there is a lot of irrational hate for Gamestop on CAG but they do have deals like this occasionally. I was actually pretty happy with the $135 I got for my old PS3 on Sunday but then they went and bumped that to $180 (and luckily gave me the difference after the fact), But yes, you can get $110 for the old 360 and $190 for that slim 160GB PS3. I bought the 250GB UC3 bundle myself. FWIW, they sell the 160GB fat PS3 I traded (for $180) for $220 - so, yeah, not too much profit there. But maybe they count on being able to sell a warranty with it as well. But that's why I thought $135 was a decent price. Even $135->$220 is not all that much profit given overhead and such.

[quote name='doreo503']Will they accept my ps3 trade if I don't have the component cables? I would like to trade in my ps3 but I dorm on my college campus and don't feel like driving back home to get my component cables.[/QUOTE]

[quote name='righteousalive']Nope you'll need the component cables. If not you'll be charged a refurb fee and wont qualify for the bonus. I made the mistake of only taking my HDMI cable and had to turn back.[/QUOTE]

Just a minor correction - they aren't component cables. They are composite cables - as in the old-style yellow (video) and red/white (audio) low-fidelity standard def cables. Component would be for (pre-HDMI) HD. You can buy PS3 composite cables from GS for $7.99 used (or $9.99 new) if you want to complete the package for trade-in. Or if you are buying the new super-slim 250GB UC3 bundle, maybe they will be OK with taking the composite cables out of that box to apply to your trade-in. I can confirm that the new bundle still includes the same crappy, useless composite cables that all PS3s come with ;).
 
I think I'll trade my 320GB slim 360 hard drive in and put it towards Dishonored for the whole 30% trade bonus

that will be a nice bump up from the base $55
 
I thought i read somewhere on here, couldn't find the post to confirm it, that Gamestop would accept any ps3 controller with a ps3 trade in, even a cheap gamestop wired ps3 controller. Anyone know for certain?

found it in th 100% bonus thread post #206

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Originally Posted by angelfly
Considering PS3s were never sold with a wired controller (not the case for 360) I doubt they'd give you the same TIV.

I traded with a wired controller and it is the same value, they require a working controller, no brand specific or even original sony brand.

If its a dualshock it needs the usb cable, for a wired one just the controller.
 
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