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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)


30% Trade Bonus (Various)
[quote name='GameStop.com']
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Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Trade-ins subject to manager approval. Full trade value amount must be applied toward pre-order/purchase of a new game only. Offer valid only toward games normally accepted in trade. Offer valid toward the following titles: Final Fantasy XIII-2 (offer valid: 1/23/12 - 2/5/12), Soul Calibur V (offer valid: 1/23/12 - 2/5/12), Twisted Metal (offer valid: 1/23/12 - 2/19/12), SSX (offer valid: 1/23/12 - 2/19/12), Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Future Soldier (offer valid: 1/23/12 - 2/19/12), Max Payne 3 (offer valid: 1/23/12 - 2/19/12), Mass Effect 3 (offer valid: 1/23/12 - 3/11/12), Street Fighter X Tekken (offer valid: 1/23/12 - 3/11/12), Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City (offer valid: 1/23/12 - 3/11/12). 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 Guaranteed Trade-In Value (3/1/12)
[quote name='GameStop.com']
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Offer valid toward the following titles: Final Fantasy XIII-2 (offer valid: 1/31/12 - 3/1/12), Twisted Metal (offer valid: 2/14/12 - 3/13/12). $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 titles are priced at $59.99 (PS3, Xbox 360). 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]


Trade 3 get $10 (Ends 3/11/12)
[quote name='GameStop.com']Trade any 3 360, PS3, Wii, DS, PSP or 3DS games and get an extra $10 in-store credit.

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. [/QUOTE]


$40 Hardware Bonus 360/PS3, $20/Wii (Ends 3/11/12)
[quote name='GameStop.com']Get an extra $40 in-store credit on any Xbox 360 or PS3 system traded, Get an extra $20 in-store credit when you trade any Wii.

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]


PS Vita Handheld Trade Up Offer (Ends 2/20/12)
[quote name='GameStop.com']Get an extra $25 in-store credit when you trade your old hand held system toward the purchase of a new PS Vita.

Offer valid only toward DS, DS Lite, DSi, DSi XL, 3DS, PSP-1000, PSP-2000, PSP-3000 or PSP Go. Full trade value must be applied toward the pre-order/purchase of a new PS Vita. 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]


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

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.
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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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I tried to trade-in a 3rd party PS3 wireless controller I found at a flea market for $5, and when I went in they said that they don't take 3rd party wireless controllers, but they do take wired. What gives?
 
[quote name='The Holy Pretzle']I tried to trade-in a 3rd party PS3 wireless controller I found at a flea market for $5, and when I went in they said that they don't take 3rd party wireless controllers, but they do take wired. What gives?[/QUOTE]

Sony nuked almost all older wireless 3rd party controllers with a firmware update a year ago or so. No wireless 3rd party controllers made before either 08 or 09 will work anymore. Since Gamestop can't tell when it was made, they just stopped taking them in for trade.

The only good 3rd party wireless PS3 controller IMO are the Mad Catz fightpads anyway, and they only work for games that don't require the right analog stick.
 
[quote name='kapkorn']I am thinking of trading my Wii in tomorrow, will Gamestop allow me to buy an iTunes gift card with store credit?[/QUOTE]

Yes
 
[quote name='Bitt3r']Yes[/QUOTE]

Ok, thanks a lot. Saves me from having to call them and have them tell me the 12 games I can pre-order lol.
 
Dead Space extraction(Wii)-$7
Forza 3(360)-$10
Lost Odyssey(360)-$4
Transformers War For Cybertron(PS3)-$8
Castlevania Lords of Shadow(PS3)-$10
Just Cause 2(PS3)-$8
NBA 2K11(PS3)-$14

$85.40 with all bonuses
 
Some base trade values from today:

Mirror's Edge (PS3) - $4
Plants vs Zombies (xbox 360) - $8
Donkey Kong Country Returns (wii) - $18
Bioshock 2 (PS3) - $3
Bioshock (PS3) - $6
Battlefield BC2 (Xbox 360) - $9
Kinectimals (xbox 360) - $9

Universal HDMI cable - $5
Wii Component cable - $4.25
 
If anyone cares, Phantasy Star Portable for PSP is still $5. Just traded mine in last night because I pre-ordered the dual pack that comes with both games. At $9.96, the damn thing is cheaper than buying either game separately, so it's a no-brainer.
 
Are the preowned prices on the gs website the same as they cost in store?

I have a b2g1 coupon I'm looking to use to flip to best buy and wanted to look some games up. Any games people are having luck with, don't really want to spend a lot on newer ones doesn't seem worth it.
 
[quote name='jlenny']Are the preowned prices on the gs website the same as they cost in store?

I have a b2g1 coupon I'm looking to use to flip to best buy and wanted to look some games up. Any games people are having luck with, don't really want to spend a lot on newer ones doesn't seem worth it.[/QUOTE]

Me im going to get hopefully LA Noire, Castlevania LOS, and then Portal 2 as the free game. Plan to keep the first 2 and flip Portal to BB for $20.
 
[quote name='jlenny']Are the preowned prices on the gs website the same as they cost in store?

I have a b2g1 coupon I'm looking to use to flip to best buy and wanted to look some games up. Any games people are having luck with, don't really want to spend a lot on newer ones doesn't seem worth it.[/QUOTE]

let me know what games u flip .. i wanna do the same.
 
[quote name='jlenny']Are the preowned prices on the gs website the same as they cost in store?

I have a b2g1 coupon I'm looking to use to flip to best buy and wanted to look some games up. Any games people are having luck with, don't really want to spend a lot on newer ones doesn't seem worth it.[/QUOTE]

Sometimes they're the same, sometime's they're $3-5 cheaper in store.
 
[quote name='Cerebral_One']Sometimes they're the same, sometime's they're $3-5 cheaper in store.[/QUOTE]

I believe that's incorrect. If anything, the cheapest price is always found on GS.com. The in-store price may be the same or higher.
 
Also, you can find out what the in-store price is by using the Pickup@Store option. When you check for availability on in-store items, the in-store price will be listed.
 
Traded in the follow (all values are base before PUR & Bonus):

360: Battlefield Bad COmpany 2 - $9
360: Call of Duty: World at War - $9
360: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare - $8
360: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 - $12
360: Clash of the Titans - $9
360: Dante's Inferno - $7
360: Grand Theft Auto IV - $8
360: Resident Evil 5 - $7
360: WWE Smackdown vs Raw 2009 - $4
 
[quote name='RCS0926']I believe that's incorrect. If anything, the cheapest price is always found on GS.com. The in-store price may be the same or higher.[/QUOTE]

Oops, I meant the opposite, sometimes $3-$5 cheaper online.
 
Just dumped some games this morning and these were the prices.

PS2: Ace Combat 04: Shattered Skies- $0.25
PS2: Mobile Suit Gundam: Encounters in Space- $1
PS2: Mobile Suit Gundam: Federation vs. Zeon- $0.25
PS2: Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny- $0.25
PS2: Outrun 2006 Coast 2 Coast- $0.50
PS2: SSX- $0.25
PS2: Standard A/V Cable- $3
360: Marvel Ultimate Alliance/ Forza 2 Bundle- $2.50
 
Traded in the following games today:

Donkey Kong Country Returns - $18
Red Dead Redemption (PS3) - $13
Fallout: NV (PS3) - $7
007: Blood Stone (PS3 & 360) - $8
Star Wars: FU2 (360) - $7
 
[quote name='Magicman103']does anyone know if you need to trade the wii wheel in when trading in mario kart wii?[/QUOTE]

No you don't. If you traded in the wheel, it's TIV would be separate from Mario Kart. Gamestop doesn't sell used copies of MK with the Wii wheel. You can only buy that bundle new.
 
As I normally do let me thank JP and everyone who submits values here. I walked out with almost exactly (within $5 to be more specific) what the estimate was I gathered from the thread. Thank you!

All base as of 8/31

Wiimote (3rd party) - $4
Nunchuk (3rd party) - $2.50
Classic Controller - $4.50
Gamecube Controller - $4
Gamecube memory card 16x-32x - $3
Wuu Component Cable - $4.25
Wii System /w Remote Plus $25

Wii Sports - $3
Wii Sports Resort - $15
Super Mario All-Stars - $14
Goldeneye - $11
Madworld - $1.5
No More Heroes - $2
Red Steel 2 - $6
Resident Evil Arch: Resident Evil - $8
Blood Stone (360) - $8

After promos and everything I had $185.37. Pre-ordered my heart out after that.
 
TiVs 8/30/11

Hot Wheels Track Attack (Wii) - $8
NBA Jam (Wii) - $10
Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II (Wii) - $8
EyePet (PS3) - $9

This didn't last long:

TiVs 8/31/11
NBA Jam (Wii) - $5
Singularity (360) - $7
 
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Some TIVs from today, 8/31/11:

:ps3: Uncharted: Drake's Fortune - $8.00
:ps3: Uncharted 2: Among Thieves - $12.00
:ps3: Mindjack - $8.00
:ps3: Dead to Rights Retribution - $10.00
:360: Splatterhouse - $9.00
3DS Nintendogs + Cats: Golden Retriever - $16.00
 
Just finished Hunted: Demon Forge on Ps3, finish it fast people while value is hot, assuming we all got it for $10 at Best Buy.

Trades in for: $9
 
I got an email with a 20% (?) coupon on a used game (for my birthday)...does this stack with my PUR Pro 10%?
 
[quote name='NMReign']I got an email with a 20% (?) coupon on a used game (for my birthday)...does this stack with my PUR Pro 10%?[/QUOTE]

I can confirm this works as well. I just bought Deus Ex for just under $40 yesterday.
 
[quote name='SuperMario64']When trading in a 360, do you need the hard drive or can you give it to them without it?[/QUOTE]

No hard drive needed. All you need is the system, power cable, A/V cable and a controller.
 
[quote name='K_G']No hard drive needed. All you need is the system, power cable, A/V cable and a controller.[/QUOTE]

And don't forget the 'AA' battery holder/cover for the controller if it's wireless. I use the rechargable packs, and wanted to trade in a system..popped the rechargable battery off, and forgot about the cover. Trade in got turned down. I had to come home and hunt down that cover.
 
[quote name='Gosha']Anyone know the current trade in value for NBA Jam on Wii?[/QUOTE]

Someone posted a $5 TIV yesterday.
 
[quote name='JediKiller24']And don't forget the 'AA' battery holder/cover for the controller if it's wireless. I use the rechargable packs, and wanted to trade in a system..popped the rechargable battery off, and forgot about the cover. Trade in got turned down. I had to come home and hunt down that cover.[/QUOTE]
Wow that sucks. Thanks anyways.
 
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