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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. Second post has the values for games/hardware for Microsoft devices. Third post has the values for games/hardware for Nintendo consoles and the fourth post has the values for Nintendo handhelds. Fifth post has the values for games/hardware for Sony consoles and the sixth post has the values for Sony handhelds.

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.

WHEN POSTING VALUES:

Please try to follow the example below if possible. If you feel the need to use the system icons, please only use them once at and at the top of the list. Also always post the system it's for even if it's only on one system or the value will not get updated. I don't always know it and I'm doing these updates from work to keep them as updated as often as possible so I can't spend time searching for that info.

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Current Promotions:

From GameStop employees on CAG:

GameStop.com Information (will post it when they update it)

50% extra in-store credit, traded towards pre-owned products (Ends 11/3/13)
GameStop.com said:
Get 50% extra in-store credit when you trade any games, systems or accessories toward the purchase of pre-owned products.
Valid 10/21/13 - 11/3/13

In-store credit must be applied toward the purchase of pre-owned product. Hardware must have all necessary components for trade. Not valid toward cash trades. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Defective items may be eligible for trade at a lesser value. Trades subject to manager approval. Offer valid only toward items normally accepted in trade. Cannot be combined with any other offer. 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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New Games for $9.99 after trade of 2 eligible games (Ends Unknown)
GameStop.com said:
Spend less for the new games you want

Get new games for $9.99 or less when you trade 2 eligible games

Customer may be responsible for sales tax. Net credit after promotion is $50.00 or greater, and must be applied toward the purchase of a new game. If applicable, excess credit remaining after purchase will be returned to the customer in the form of in-store credit. After promotion, cost to the customer will be $9.99 before tax, where applicable, for games priced at $59.99. Customer is responsible for any additional cost when purchasing games priced over $59.99. Eligible games must be traded in the same transaction as the purchase of an eligible new game. Not valid toward cash trades. Offer valid only when eligible items are traded. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Defective items may be eligible for trade at a lesser value. Trades subject to manager approval. Offer valid only toward items normally accepted in trade. Cannot be combined with any other offer. 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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30% extra credit on games, electronics & accessories trades towards select items. (Ends 12/29/13)
GameStop.com said:
30% extra in-store credit when you trade games, accessories, systems, smartphones or tablets toward any pre-owned product or select items
Valid 8/19/13 - 12/29/13

In-store credit must be applied toward an eligible product. Not valid toward cash trades. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Defective items may be eligible for trade at a lesser value. Trades subject to manager approval. Offer valid only toward items normally accepted in trade. Cannot be combined with any other offer. 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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$30 guaranteed trade-in value on select items. (Ends 10/24/13) *THIS IS A PROMO SO NO EXTRA ON TOP*
GameStop.com said:
Get $30 guaranteed trade-in value on select games.

In-store credit must be applied toward an eligible product. Not valid toward cash trades. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Defective items may be eligible for trade at a lesser value. Trades subject to manager approval. Offer valid only toward items normally accepted in trade. Cannot be combined with any other offer. 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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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, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21,,,,

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 PowerUp Rewards 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
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.

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 PowerUp Rewards 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, 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
May or May Not Charge, Depending Upon County: Florida,

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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EldritchOnRye said:
Which is why I didn't hesitate after that beyond not getting myself alienated at the stores I frequent.

I think there's more to it and it's intentional that it's all coming down now. While we all traded excessively I suspect if you look at mine, Hemi and DS2U's trade history there wouldn't necessarily be an obvious overlap to point to beyond that.
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Take into account as well that was around the time the POS updates started as well and started tracking better and then they added the PUR site tracking at store level so essentially they (corporate) saw it and in some cases monitored it while in others the computer automated the red flag and triggered the prompt on screen. Hence, we have two level of bannings going on. One where the POS prompts it (and YMMV on getting an override on) and one where you get on a list that seems to have been submitted via corporate and or regional DM to the district and denies you completely on trade ins. These bannings also seem to stem from monitoring months prior of activity then it did with the recent activity since I wasn't busy this month at all.

Prison Mike said:
Whoa... didn't know they got you too. I hardly see you outside the AWD thread lol. I'll update the list during the next ban wave :p
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I don't play at Hemi or Eld's level but I like taking advantage of nice promos (and stay on top of active promos). In my case at least I am not on the list (and neither is Hemi) ... yet.

YBX87 said:
honestly, from the frequent posters who bragged/ posted on this thread about the "certain flips", they made during the trade 2 , and gta v . They will be more soon.
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Exactly why I said there is room for more and probably those won't be instant but overtime like Eld's, Hemi's and mine. :lol:

 
I've done a few Pokemons and 1 GTA V, so hopefully thats enough to avoid a ban.  I did just redeem 3 SOTW coupons but will use them on some games I'm actually interested in I think to avoid any issue.

 
DealSeeker2U said:
Take into account as well that was around the time the POS updates started as well and started tracking better and then they added the PUR site tracking at store level so essentially they (corporate) saw it and in some cases monitored it while in others the computer automated the red flag and triggered the prompt on screen. Hence, we have two level of bannings going on. One where the POS prompts it (and YMMV on getting an override on) and one where you get on a list that seems to have been submitted via corporate and or regional DM to the district and denies you completely on trade ins. These bannings also seem to stem from monitoring months prior of activity then it did with the recent activity since I wasn't busy this month at all.

I don't play at Hemi or Eld's level but I like taking advantage of nice promos (and stay on top of active promos). In my case at least I am not on the list (and neither is Hemi) ... yet.

Exactly why I said there is room for more and probably those won't be instant but overtime like Eld's, Hemi's and mine. :lol:
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but you have to admit it much harder getting banned from gs, than it is from bestbuy. LOL

 
YBX87 said:
cash out your gs credit to amazon, dump your games at a loss at bestbuy, get kindle cards, or at amazon. basically move your credit all to amazon, and get it there, even with the heavy burden of state taxes.
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Well I pay tax at GS not Amazon and why my pre-order is there to begin with. I saw this coming but instead of just paying off the system and being done with it bought into another round of trades. Which will probably be fine since I'll either have a friend dump them or use the other PUR card. People are always like oh Eldritch is such an out of control trader but I never had the credit that some people did. After all I only started doing this when BBY went to crazy town.
 
DealSeeker2U said:
True!

Hey Eld, just pray you don't get banned from BB or else the cash cow comes to a screeching halt. :lol:
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he is probably reaching that limit at bb too, he might as well cash in now, and go out with a bang. just in case those rumors of bestbuy ending trade ins at store level is true. move it to amazon.

 
DealSeeker2U said:
True!

Hey Eld, just pray you don't get banned from BB or else the cash cow comes to a screeching halt. :lol:
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I've been assuming I am since a few people reported they were and there hasn't been anything I found worth testing it on. Definitely coming if it's not already since I accidentally traded four of something and then went even more all out.
 
YBX87 said:
he is probably reaching that limit at bb too, he might as well cash in now, and go out with a bang. just in case those rumors of bestbuy ending trade ins at store level is true. move it to amazon.
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Wait, BB is disbanding trade in program at store level?! I haven't been to BB trade in thread in weeks so might need to catch up.

 
EldritchOnRye said:
I've been assuming I am since a few people reported they were and there hasn't been anything I found worth testing it on. Definitely coming if it's not already since I accidentally traded four of something and then went even more all out.
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You could have taken one of the high value B2G1 free games to test out at BB and if denied trade it back at GS (like the Fifa 14 or NBA2k14).

 
DealSeeker2U said:
Wait, BB is disbanding trade in program at store level?! I haven't been to BB trade in thread in weeks so might need to catch up.
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it is only a rumor right now, but i am still waiting for real confirmation. Once/if it is reveal to be true, i might go all out at bestbuy trade ins, because i would hate to have to mail it, god forbid anything happens to my shipment. bestbuy is not as generous as amazon.

 
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YBX87 said:
it is only a rumor right now, but i am still waiting for real confirmation. Once/if it is reveal to be true, i might go all out at bestbuy trade ins, because i would hate to have to mail it, god forbid anything happens to my shipment. bestbuy is not as generous as amazon.
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I heard of a revamp since reward zone was revamped to my Best Buy and as such they are in process of doing something similar to GCU. I will catch up and read the BB trade in thread tomorrow since that will be a lengthy but good Sunday read.

 
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YBX87 said:
it is only a rumor right now, but i am still waiting for real confirmation. Once/if it is reveal to be true, i might go all out at bestbuy trade ins, because i would hate to have to mail it, god forbid anything happens to my shipment. bestbuy is not as generous as amazon.
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I don't think anyone even cares if they get banned from trading at BB at this point. TIV's have been tanking lately. With all the rumors of their video game trade in program shutting down and GCU renewal/sign ups being suspended for the time being, just go for broke...

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anyone get the "member update" message and then go do a trade-in successfully?
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No one really knows why its occurring but I'm pretty sure it has nothing to do with flagging or excessive trading

 
KansasCityKing said:
I thought you can still trade in online even if you are banned in store? Since online trades don't use a drivers license to process the trade and that's what they ban.
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That is what I thought as well since only at store level do they require ID.

Anyways, I have added enough (un)necessary posts to this thread. Once again JP sorry for hijacking the thread for somewhat on topic discussion. :)

Once again:

Today 10/26/13.

:ps3::360:

Fifa 14 - $25
NBA 2k14 - $25

 
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I thought you can still trade in online even if you are banned in store? Since online trades don't use a drivers license to process the trade and that's what they ban.
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Good point, I hadn't even thought of that. Too bad I have nothing else to test it with and I'm not about to go spend another $100 to find out.
 
To add to the discussion, I recently got approached by the SM at the location I frequent and he said jokingly, "you are the topic of LP discussion again" I said please do explain.  A couple months ago I used the birthday coupon 6 times in one day at two different stores and got flagged.  They asked the SM who I was etc.  He just told them I was a really good frequent customer and that I had alot of reserves.  Nothing happened. I have flipped 4 copies of gta and done 10 sets of pokemon, the trade two I have done alot.  If they ban my card I can just trade in on my two other accounts.  I never keep credit on my pro card, its all on generic cards and gift cards.  After the set of gta's I have left I trade in Im taking a break for a while.

 
EldritchOnRye said:
Which is why I didn't hesitate after that beyond not getting myself alienated at the stores I frequent.

I think there's more to it and it's intentional that it's all coming down now. While we all traded excessively I suspect if you look at mine, Hemi and DS2U's trade history there wouldn't necessarily be an obvious overlap to point to beyond that.
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o.0 I never traded in any Iphone or Ipad or any of that stuff. Every time at GS I would just make sure to pick some games to trade back in at another store (b2g1 that was only on wii/ds a while ago.) so that I could save a little on a game. Motivation wasn't to profit, as much as lessen the impact of my feeding my backlog. But yeah the numbers and the transactions add up.
But yeah at most, I generally would only make $10 or so per "flip", people are talking about me (and to an extent us) like we want NUTS and have been clearing out stores. Honestly though I have ended up with LESS credit because of these. I have actually been buying up a TON of wii and ds games for my own collection.
Since early october I have picked up a good number of the Mega Man DS games, Etrian Odyssey 2 & 3, Final Fantasy Tactics V2, and many more.

 
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Sorry Eldritch. List updated :rofl:

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i feel bad yet I laughed :)
 
Values from today!

3DS Animal Crossing New Leaf 15$
PS3 Sonic Ultimate Genesis Collection 4$

And a PSP GO for 12$

49$ aint bad for stuff I dont even touch
 
So I guess I am banned?
 

This was going to be my final heist. I was gonna make one last play for all the marbles. After all, I was only getting revenge for all those times they would keep pestering me about preordering a game, but I digress. Little did I know, I was gonna be the one who was going lose this time.

My story began like any other day I went to GS to make some profit. I entered, grabbed a cheap game (Too Human), and walked it up to the register with 2 of my GTAs. After giving my info, the employee had a weird look on his face, as he read whatever info was on the computer. “Just a sec,” he told me, before he began walking to the stock room. He stood there a good 5 minutes, talking on the phone with the manager, I imagine.

After a long line began to form, he came back over and told me he wouldn't be able to let me trade in the games and get a store credit. I either bought something then or had to take the games with me. I chose the latter. GameStop may have one the battle, but I'll win the war (maybe).

So was I banned? You decide.

 
Whoa, what's all this talk about getting banned - I've been too busy to check the boards because of work for the last two or so months.

Around 8 of my accounts were deactivated (all PUR points and credit wiped) from the great Ipad scheme of July-August. Fortunately, I had already cleaned house and cashed out my thousands in gas, amazon, etc.

I haven't had a chance to visit my local GS to see if I'm banned, but with all this talk, it's likely that I was. 

 
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RiceQuakes said:
So I guess I am banned?

This was going to be my final heist. I was gonna make one last play for all the marbles. After all, I was only getting revenge for all those times they would keep pestering me about preordering a game, but I digress. Little did I know, I was gonna be the one who was going lose this time.

My story began like any other day I went to GS to make some profit. I entered, grabbed a cheap game (Too Human), and walked it up to the register with 2 of my GTAs. After giving my info, the employee had a weird look on his face, as he read whatever info was on the computer. “Just a sec,” he told me, before he began walking to the stock room. He stood there a good 5 minutes, talking on the phone with the manager, I imagine.

After a long line began to form, he came back over and told me he wouldn't be able to let me trade in the games and get a store credit. I either bought something then or had to take the games with me. I chose the latter. GameStop may have one the battle, but I'll win the war (maybe).

So was I banned? You decide.
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He probably looked at your recent transactions. Were your past 5 transactions several B2G1 GTA V and trade ins?

 
Hoarder said:
Whoa, what's all this talk about getting banned - I've been too busy to check the boards because of work for the last two or so months.

Around 8 of my accounts were deactivated (all PUR points and credit wiped) from the great Ipad scheme of July-August. Fortunately, I had already cleaned house and cashed out my thousands in gas, amazon, etc.

I haven't had a chance to visit my local GS to see if I'm banned, but with all this talk, it's likely that I was.
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Well I guess I should feel better that they didn't go to that lengths with me. Can't imagine that you weren't banned if they nuked 8 accounts into oblivion. Missed ya around here Hoarder.
 
i just got releaved of my bestbuy ban hammer recentlg and i sure dont wanna get banned by gamestop. you guys must have done a ton to trigger those bans

:360: top spin 4 base = 4$
 
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