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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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[quote name='boogie4114']I just came back from gamestop attempting to trade in 4 games and buy madden 2003 used and the 50% promo didn't come up. So this could be YMMV because maybe they are doing the promos a locations where there is a bestbuy within range?[/QUOTE]

Did they scan the used game? Was having the same problem until a second employee came and told the trainee to scan the used game and the 50% bonus came up.
 
The 50% promo is a nationwide thing, and should automatically work. As the above poster said, did you make sure the used game was also rung up? The register doesn't magically know to give 50% if it doesn't see you're also buying a used game.

With BF3 at 26, I may trade it in when I pick up MW3 tonight/tomorrow. So disappointing.
 
[quote name='matrix9280']They still take gamecube games?[/QUOTE]


My local store still takes them in for trade, but they no longer sell them at the store. I was told they are shipped off to other locations.
 
[quote name='AteBit']Did they scan the used game? Was having the same problem until a second employee came and told the trainee to scan the used game and the 50% bonus came up.[/QUOTE]

Thanks guys I got it to work at another location before the store closed last night. I was able to get rid of 2 WWE All-stars and 2 tiger woods for about $83 in credit.

WWE All-stars (360)- $16 base
Tiger Woods PGA Tour 12 (360)- $10 base
Tiger Woods PGA Tour 12 (PS3)- $10 base

Will pick up MGSHDLE tomorrow.
 
Paid off my call of duty this morning, couple of things have dropped a dollar or 2, here are some base values, all xbox 360.

Dead Island - $16
Madden 12 - $21
Gears Of War 3 - $22

After powerup + 30% bonus i got $82.60.
 
Traded in today, in parenthesis are the bonus (60% credit):

Apple ipod:
ipod 4 Gen 8GB - $30.00

NDS games:
Pokemon Ranger: Guardians Signs - $8 ($12.80)
Harvest Moon: Island of Happiness - $5 ($8)
Pokemon Diamond - $9 ($14.40)
Pokemon Pearl - $7 ($11.20)
Pokemon Platinum - $9 ($14.40)

PSP games:
Innocent Life: A Futuristic Harvest Moon - $1 ($1.60)
Dissidia Final Fantasy - $7 ($11.20)
Metal Gear Acid 2 - $2 ($3.20)

Xbox 360 game:
Halo 3 - $1 (1.60)


Grand total: $108.40 (with the bonus credits)

I figured that the price for the ipod would be $42.. very wrong but needed to get rid of it... hadn't used it in over a year..
 
[quote name='mr_bungle']Any kind of new tiered trade deal today? Have 4 fillers I'd like to trade and get an extra 10.[/QUOTE]

Honestly I think the extra 50% towards used games is the deal. You might not see tiered or anything like that until it is over.
 
[quote name='rapturestar']Traded in today, in parenthesis are the bonus (60% credit):

Apple ipod:
ipod 4 Gen 8GB - $30.00

NDS games:
Pokemon Ranger: Guardians Signs - $8 ($12.80)
Harvest Moon: Island of Happiness - $5 ($8)
Pokemon Diamond - $9 ($14.40)
Pokemon Pearl - $7 ($11.20)
Pokemon Platinum - $9 ($14.40)

PSP games:
Innocent Life: A Futuristic Harvest Moon - $1 ($1.60)
Dissidia Final Fantasy - $7 ($11.20)
Metal Gear Acid 2 - $2 ($3.20)

Xbox 360 game:
Halo 3 - $1 (1.60)


Grand total: $108.40 (with the bonus credits)

I figured that the price for the ipod would be $42.. very wrong but needed to get rid of it... hadn't used it in over a year..[/QUOTE]

You traded in an 8GB iPod Touch for $30...wow.
 
NOO i just traded in my xbox last thursday for the 25$ bonus and now they double it!... man i messed up. there's nothing i can do right?
 
Say I wanted to trade in an Xbox 360 with E74 error. Would they hit me with a refurb, but also give me the bonus $50, or just give me a base with the refurb fee?
 
[quote name='Tsel']Say I wanted to trade in an Xbox 360 with E74 error. Would they hit me with a refurb, but also give me the bonus $50, or just give me a base with the refurb fee?[/QUOTE]

The system has to be in working condition in order to get bonus.
 
TIVs 11/7

360:
Gears of War 3 - $22
Batman: Arkham City - $27

PS3:
LittleBigPlanet 2 - $11

Wii:
Resident Evil Umbrella Chronicles - $6
 
What has to be included with the Xbox to get the hardware bonus? I have a controller, a power brick, the unit, and an HDMI cable, but I do not have the AV cable junk. I gave them away awhile ago. If I need to, I can buy another AV cable -- does anyone know if I need to and if so, whether or not it has to be the official Microsoft brand AV cable?
 
[quote name='Hyperlancer']TIVs 11/7

360:
Gears of War 3 - $22
Batman: Arkham City - $27

PS3:
LittleBigPlanet 2 - $11

Wii:
Resident Evil Umbrella Chronicles - $6[/QUOTE]
I thought Gears still had $30 trade in value? Is that done already?
 
Plan on taking advantage of the 50% extra trade in and trading in batman, war in the north, and deux ex. A few noob questions.

1.Can the used game be a old madden ps2 game?
2.When I bring the games in, do I have to tell the cashier about the deal or will the computer handle it?
3.Can I get 60% if I use the powerup card?
 
yay 50 dollar trade in bonus looks like mr ps3 slim is going bye bye 155 ehh better it gets a good home where sum 1 will use it
 
[quote name='unknownthreat']Plan on taking advantage of the 50% extra trade in and trading in batman, war in the north, and deux ex. A few noob questions.

1.Can the used game be a old madden ps2 game?
2.When I bring the games in, do I have to tell the cashier about the deal or will the computer handle it?
3.Can I get 60% if I use the powerup card?[/QUOTE]

1. Yes, or in my case, MVP Baseball 2004 ;)
2. I would just to be on the safe side. My experiences with GS and BB usually involve me knowing their deals before their employees do.
3. Yes

FYI, if the Batman TIV holds up at $27 when you go, that alone will net you $43.xx. Def not too shabby.
 
[quote name='killer9']yay 50 dollar trade in bonus looks like mr ps3 slim is going bye bye 155 ehh better it gets a good home where sum 1 will use it[/QUOTE]

can you post how much you get? according to gamestop, the guy said the base tiv for my ps3 120gb is $80 and xbox core is $45. looks like values might have dropped on consoles for this $50 promo. can anyone confirm?
 
[quote name='killer9']yay 50 dollar trade in bonus looks like mr ps3 slim is going bye bye 155 ehh better it gets a good home where sum 1 will use it[/QUOTE]

Why would you trade in such a amazing machine :(
 
[quote name='hiamiyumi']The system has to be in working condition in order to get bonus.[/QUOTE]


I have gotten the bonus on systems where I paid a refurb fee in the past. They may have tightened up the rules on this though. I haven't traded any systems in a while.
 
TIV 11/8/2011

:360:
A/V Cable - $1.00
Data Transfer Cable - $5.00

Universal HDMI Cable - $4.00

:psp:
Naruto Shippuden Ultimate Ninja Impact - $15.00

:ps3:
Dragon Ball Z Ultimate Tenkaichi - $22.00
 
[quote name='officerrob']What all do you need to turn in when trading in an Ipod?[/QUOTE]
Unless they have changed since they first started taking them, just the iPod itself.
 
[quote name='PimpBot2000']:ps2: NHL Faceoff 2001 $0.10[/QUOTE]

Jesus Christ 10¢ only!!!

Am trading 11 games tomorrow for the 50% promo. I hope I get a good deal.
 
When you guys say you're trading in these hdmi cables. Can they be any hdmi cable that works? Like sometimes i see super cheap ones on amazon. I can trade those in and get 4$?
 
[quote name='LoWeT']When you guys say you're trading in these hdmi cables. Can they be any hdmi cable that works? Like sometimes i see super cheap ones on amazon. I can trade those in and get 4$?[/QUOTE]

Yep
 
[quote name='PimpBot2000']:ps2: NHL Faceoff 2001 $0.10[/QUOTE]

[quote name='The_cheapest_Daddy']Jesus Christ 10¢ only!!![/QUOTE]

Yeah but if you trade it in towards a used game, that bumps it up to 15 cents! AND an extra 1 cent with PUR card!!!!

Pimpbot, please tell me you went in there just to trade that one 10 cent game...
 
Base Values from yesterday:

360:
Sonic all star racing - $6
Sonic genesis Collection - $5
Fallout:NV -$4

PS3
Tony Hawk: Shred - $1.50
SingStar Dance - $5
3D Dot Heroes - $2.50

DS
Backyard Sports Rookie Rush -$4
Last Airbender live action movie game - $4
 
[quote name='iNFiNiTE HORiZON']and they let you just walk out with 10 extra cents on your PowerUp card??[/QUOTE]

I would never trade in ps2 games to gs anymore. At least bestbuy offers a dollar minimum for any ps2 game.

As for other gamestop trade ins I tried to trade in a 16 mb gigaware memory card for the ps2 and they said it was worth less than 1 cent ! How is that possible ?
 
I tried trading in my PS2 but they said that because I didn't have the front flap anymore, they couldn't take it in. What kind of stupid shit is that?
 
[quote name='Aurarian']I tried trading in my PS2 but they said that because I didn't have the front flap anymore, they couldn't take it in. What kind of stupid shit is that?[/QUOTE]

It's been that way since PS2 was available. Would you buy one used like that??
 
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