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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='Untamed Sorrow']No offense but its crack rates like those that keep me from trading in much of anything. I would've much rather preferred to gift them. GS TIV's only work well on new releases, crazy to trade in a buttload of games for a single item. I would honestly respect GS more if their crummy TIV's reflected on their used game values. Crysis 2 TIV $4.50...Used $29.99 :roll:[/QUOTE]
As with BB & Amazon its not just based on the price.
Its based on the amount of stock and how much demand there is.

That being said I think everybody's TIVs are bad not just GS. From a business standpoint I completely understand it though.
 
[quote name='kinney_bmx']As with BB & Amazon its not just based on the price.
Its based on the amount of stock and how much demand there is.

That being said I think everybody's TIVs are bad not just GS. From a business standpoint I completely understand it though.[/QUOTE]

I completely understand supply & demand, but I honestly feel it would work out better on both ends if the used price was an honest reflection of their TIV. If they paid $5 for a game and sold it for $15 regardless of title, I'm pretty sure stock would move. In regards to crappy games they need to learn to keep values low so that its not a complete loss but priced to move. They don't have to make. a 500% profit on all transactions, just my 2 cents.
 
[quote name='OneHandWonder']Dude I have a 3G 8GB too I'mma go turn that in now, sweet.[/QUOTE]

If you have a Powerup Rewards account with at least 3500 points, there is a coupon for an extra 30% when trading in your iPhone.
 
Looks like the 3 for $10 extra and 50% with a preowned purchase are scheduled to end today. Anybody know what's next or if these will extend?
 
[quote name='Untamed Sorrow']I completely understand supply & demand, but I honestly feel it would work out better on both ends if the used price was an honest reflection of their TIV. If they paid $5 for a game and sold it for $15 regardless of title, I'm pretty sure stock would move. In regards to crappy games they need to learn to keep values low so that its not a complete loss but priced to move. They don't have to make. a 500% profit on all transactions, just my 2 cents.[/QUOTE]

Gamestop knows what they're doing and is making money hand over fist. Does it suck that you trade something in for $5 and they sell it for $30, sure, but it is what it is. They're a billion dollar company and turn a huge profit. They have no reason to change anything they do.

So we, as cheapasses, need to take advantage of promos, bbv flips, Amazon, Best Buy, ect to get the best deal possible. I think that with some effort, a lot of us do pretty good on our trades. I'm sure you do too.
 
[quote name='ScottBigGame']Gamestop knows what they're doing and is making money hand over fist. Does it suck that you trade something in for $5 and they sell it for $30, sure, but it is what it is. They're a billion dollar company and turn a huge profit. They have no reason to change anything they do.

So we, as cheapasses, need to take advantage of promos, bbv flips, Amazon, Best Buy, ect to get the best deal possible. I think that with some effort, a lot of us do pretty good on our trades. I'm sure you do too.[/QUOTE]
I haven't been able to turn a decent profit in years, basically since EBgames went under. NY is dominated by GS all other vendors require a serious commute considering how far and few Target, TRU & kmart stores are, relatively no Blockbusters, plus No Walmart, Amazon taxes...Living in such a densely populated environment means clearance sales are sheer luck, literally have to have insider knowledge. In summary NY suxx...
 
[quote name='mrclutch']Looks like the 3 for $10 extra and 50% with a preowned purchase are scheduled to end today. Anybody know what's next or if these will extend?[/QUOTE]

3 for $10 was extended twice already. usually i think they only extend once, so if they extend that again i would be surprised.
 
1/8

3DS:
Bust a Move Universe - 2.50
Combat of Giants: Dinosaurs 3D - 6.00

360:
Nier - 2.50

PSP:
Loco Roco 2 - 2.00
Modnation Racers - 4.50
The 3rd Birthday - 1.50

PS3:
Transformers: Dark of the Moon - 9.00
Modnation Racers - 6.00 (I called and ask for the TIV for Modnation Racers PSP and the guy said 6.00, but when I traded it in I got 4.50 as shown above, so I assume he gave me the value for the ps3 version).
 
[quote name='Godfather Cloak']the trade in coupon for iphones says it expires SUnday January 9th. does it expire sunday or monday?[/QUOTE]

Odd. The coupon I received says it expires 1/22/12.
 
[quote name='sp00ge']Odd. The coupon I received says it expires 1/22/12.[/QUOTE]

the use date is 1/22/12 but online it says that you need to buy it by sunday 1/9/12
 
Base TIV from 1/08/12

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PS3
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Assassins Creed: Revalations $17.00
Motorstorm Apocalypse $14.00

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Dead Space 2 $5.00
Halo 3: ODST $1.25
Transformers: Dark of the Moon $10.00
Xbox Live Arcade Unplugged $1.50

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DS
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Dragon Quest IX $6.00

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PS2
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Kingdom Hearts 2 $4.50
Mega Man X Collection $4.50
Red Dead Revolver $3.00
Silent Hill 3 $4.00
Silent Hill 4: The Room $3.00
Silent Hill: Origins $4.50

Before anyone blasts me for giving up those PS2 games for cheap, They were not in the best condition since they were from that B2G2/B2G1 glitch that was short lived on GS.com so I only paid about $4 each and averaged over $6 each when i traded them back
 
base tivs 1/8:

xbox 360:
lego star wars iii $4.50
dragon age 2 $4.00
harry potter deathly hallows part 2 $7.00
two worlds ii $2.25
spider-man: shattered dimensions $9.00
tiger woods 2011 $5.00
dead to rights retribution $5.00
f1 2010 $7.00
test drive unlimited 2 $4.00

ps3:
splatterhouse $3.00
modnation racers $6.00
dead space $5.00

wii
medal of honor heroes 2 $4.00
crash of the titans $5.00
new carnival games $4.00

ds
kirby super star ultra $7.00
animal crossing wild world $7.00
lego star wars iii $4.50
scribblenauts $3.00
grand theft auto: chinatown wars $6.00
crash: mind of mutant $6.00
 
[quote name='Untamed Sorrow']I haven't been able to turn a decent profit in years, basically since EBgames went under. NY is dominated by GS all other vendors require a serious commute considering how far and few Target, TRU & kmart stores are, relatively no Blockbusters, plus No Walmart, Amazon taxes...Living in such a densely populated environment means clearance sales are sheer luck, literally have to have insider knowledge. In summary NY suxx...[/QUOTE]

Don't ever mention the words clearance and new York together as there are no good clearance games to be found in any retailer around here lol. Other than that my flip game has been good despite being a new yorker. Just keep on doing the work (mixed with a little luck) and you will be fine :)
 
[quote name='Godfather Cloak']ah okay i bought it just in case anyway![/QUOTE]

Yeah, the Sunday 1/9/2012 was throwing me and then at the bottom it was saying redeem by 1/22/2012. It was about 25 minutes before they closed, but I went ahead and redeemed the points and took my Touch 2nd Gen/8GB in tonight. I was afraid the value could go down if I held on to the coupon too long.

$85 base, $110.50 after coupon.
 
New Gamestop Powerup Rewards of the week. Extra 50% bonus when pre-ordering FFXIII-2. Coupon will set you back 3000 pts, but is worth it for me since I already pre-ordered the CE. Happy tradings.
 
Here's the list of games eligible to receive the 40% bonus:
:360:
Assassin's Creed Revelations
Batman: Arkham City
Battlefield 3
Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3
Catherine
Dark Souls
Dead Island
Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
Forza Motorsport 4
Halo Combat Evolved Anniversary
Portal 2
Saints Row The Third
Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3

:ps3:
Assassin's Creed Revelations
Batman: Arkham City
Battlefield 3
Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3
Catherine
Dark Souls
Dead Island
Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
Little Big Planet 2
Portal 2
Saints Row The Third PS3
Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3
Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception

:wii:
Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3
Kirby's Return to Dreamland
Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword
Mario Sports Mix

:3ds:
Legend of Zelda: Ocarina Time
Mario Kart 7
Star Fox 64 3D
Super Mario 3D Land

:ds:
Pokemon Black
Pokemon White
 
anyone know the TIV for Uncharted 3 and LittleBigPlanet 2? might do that 40% plus my 10% PUR. Need a new mic badly thanks :D.
 
Anyone who trades in assassins creed revelations towards final fantasy 13-2 is a fool as it would get you less than the gaurenteed 30$ deal would (which expires in one more week). Not to mention you would be wasting 3000 pur points
 
Just to clarify about the current promo, If I were to trade 1 of the games on the list plus a few which aren't on the list would ALL the games receive a 40% boost?
 
Just in case someone didn't notice this is basically the same as the 50% bonus.

It needs to be applied towards Pre-owned. Hopefully this means we can still do the $0.99 thing.

So basically its the same thing but only covers the games on the list. Not sure whether or not you'd get a 40% bonus on everything though if one is on the list
 
[quote name='ohboy10451']Just to clarify about the current promo, If I were to trade 1 of the games on the list plus a few which aren't on the list would ALL the games receive a 40% boost?[/QUOTE]


No, only the games on the list receive the boost.
 
Updated lists and database. 360/Wii/PS3 values aren't going back to the normal formatting for now, as I keep hitting the character limits.
 
1/7
PS3:
Uncharted 3 - $20

1/8
360:
NCAA Football 2012 - $13

3DS:
Sims 3 - $6

Funny thing about NCAA 12, is that I bought NCAA 07 the previous day for a dollar, and when I opened the case NCAA 12 was sitting inside. Took it back the next day for $20 profit. :D

Also while I was there I used a buy 2 get 1 coupon. They didn't have the game I wanted so I picked up a filler(it wasn't the free game). Can I take it back to get a different game that is the same price or lower? Or would I have to return them all? Thanks in advance for any help.
 
[quote name='Jedeye']1/7
PS3:
Uncharted 3 - $20

1/8
360:
NCAA Football 2012 - $13

3DS:
Sims 3 - $6

Funny thing about NCAA 12, is that I bought NCAA 07 the previous day for a dollar, and when I opened the case NCAA 12 was sitting inside. Took it back the next day for $20 profit. :D

Also while I was there I used a buy 2 get 1 coupon. They didn't have the game I wanted so I picked up a filler(it wasn't the free game). Can I take it back to get a different game that is the same price or lower? Or would I have to return them all? Thanks in advance for any help.[/QUOTE]

you can exchange any of the 3 games for a same priced game I'm pretty sure (always worked for me, just bring all 3 in, show receipt and explain what you want to do). I was even able to return one game I got for a refund (1/3rd of the total price) since I got it as a filler and they never got the game in that I wanted, probably never happen again though.
 
[quote name='ohboy10451']how much would a used wired 360 controller go for? Looking to use it for pc gaming[/QUOTE]

$29.99 ($26.99 with PUR).
 
[quote name='chuckywang']I thought it expired 1/14.[/QUOTE]

I can't find any mention of this deal on the gamestop website, just the 40% bonus on a few games and the system trade in deal. Is this still active?
 
[quote name='Burning Karma']All of the TIVs of Apple devices as of today: http://www.gamestop.com/gs/landing/itrade/.[/QUOTE]

Nice - I have a first gen 8GB iPod Touch that no one uses any more (what with their phones and such) and they are giving $75 for that! I think that's kind of a no-brainer trade there. I'm really surprised I can get something out of it. I don't see anything about them requiring charging cables for the trade-ins - do they just take the iPod by itself?
 
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