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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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That thing about the new receipts is true. It does vary by store. I visited a store I've never visited until today and I got:

"Today's PowerUp Savings"

"Value scored this PRO year"

"Your PowerUp lifetime value"

"Your available points"

 
Echocentricity said:
Alright you guys, just traded them in.

Lol shes like your not getting the 50 dollars.

The fucking manager of all people omg

*walks out with the 50 gamestop credit*

I sware to god how difficult is it.

I'm going to use it get an xbox one.

I don't see what the big deal is, I mean I know she's just trying to get sales up but fuck.
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You know it's, partially, your fault, right(yes, yes it is *hisses* CAGS know their stuff, regardless of what the employees 'should' know)?. Come to CAG, know your promos, and DON'T SAY/ASK ANYTHING about the promo to the employee. Half the time these people don't know their own ish. Only time you say anything is if things don't add up. Know what you're supposed to get before you go.

 
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ChunLiBarbie said:
You know it's partially your fault, right(yes, yes it is *hisses* CAGS know their stuff, regardless of what the employees 'should' know)?. Come to CAG, know your promos, and DON'T SAY/ASK ANYTHING about the promo to the employee. Half the time these people don't know their own ish. Only time you say anything is if things don't add up. Know what you're supposed to get before you go.
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Alright haha sorry, it's because I didn't know these things are automatic. It's just because this manager screwed me out of the bonus to without saying anything the last time.

But yeah I agree next time though I'll ask before going. It's just that its suppose to work either way right?

There's not suppose to be any problems because the promos are there x_x

 
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Gamer SDP said:
I know what ATK is. I was just wondering why it was being returned? I guess so it's there to rebuy for future trade2s,,,
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Because the gs employee knew he just wanted to get the promo and didn't want the game, I'm just assuming though.

And to rebuy also lol.

 
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Echocentricity said:
Alright haha sorry, it's because I didn't know these things are automatic. It's just because this manager screwed me out of the bonus to without saying anything the last time.

But yeah I agree next time though I'll ask before going. It's just that its suppose to work either way right?

There's not suppose to be any problems because the promos are there x_x
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I saw it before you edited it. :razz:

 
alljoy214 said:
Don't know where to put these, so I'll leave them here.

America's Test Kitchen Nintendo Club Codes:

XYT-VC49-RGGD-M2R

PHG-6X6Y-N3ND-PHV

RBQ-T6TT-EVL9-GJ3

GWV-XNHR-8DZK-NNK

XZ5-ECVR-RZH4-EBT

GDH-RGFS-XAB5-3R3

Pokemon White Version 2 Code:

5AA-4YSZ-C7CE-YBJ
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All gone.

I got White 2 and 1 of ATK. Thanks!

 
alljoy214 said:
Don't know where to put these, so I'll leave them here.

America's Test Kitchen Nintendo Club Codes:

XYT-VC49-RGGD-M2R

PHG-6X6Y-N3ND-PHV

RBQ-T6TT-EVL9-GJ3

GWV-XNHR-8DZK-NNK

XZ5-ECVR-RZH4-EBT

GDH-RGFS-XAB5-3R3

Pokemon White Version 2 Code:

5AA-4YSZ-C7CE-YBJ
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Thanks! I was able to get one of the ATK codes.

 
So guys, I got Soul Sacrifice using the B2G1, and forgot that POS needed an online pass, anyone got a spare or would trade for the SOTW Coupon perhaps? Much appreciated.

Edit: Trading the current SOTW Coupon= $25 off Pre-Owned Tablets/Smartphones.

 
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Miami Flash15 said:
What is the Mag he is referring to? It doesn't game online? 'Mag Online Only' doesn't, either?
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http://www.amazon.com/Mag-Online-Only-Playstation-3/dp/B001COV1CY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1382154977&sr=8-1&keywords=mag+ps3


MSUHitman said:
Also GS destroyed all their copies this summer & no longer takes the game in on trade.
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Was wondering why it wasn't on their site any longer. Thought they would have kept selling it through Christmas since it was a whopping dollar.

 
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Not sure if this has already been told but while I was at Gamestop using that awesome B2G1 Promo, employee told me about all iDevices being eligible for B2G1, so its official, sorry it this has already been said, too lazy to read through the last 10 pages to find out.  :bouncy:

 
On a side-note, Gamestop will now be flagging accounts for ALL used game/accessories returns. Pretty much making anyone that likes to rent games, well never be able to again.

 
Vendacious said:
On a side-note, Gamestop will now be flagging accounts for ALL used game/accessories returns. Pretty much making anyone that likes to rent games, well never be able to again.
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If your intent was just to rent the game then the workaround is to not give them your pur info to track you. Easy resolution so not seeing this as a deterrent for those that rent.
 
Vendacious said:
That may be a workaround not sure if they just wont accept them after awhile on that i'm not clear on but the account flagging of people using their card to pay (Gamestop credit) that is confirmed.
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Oh, thanks, just curious. I never did use this to rent though, gas and traffic renders this method worthless for me.

But CAGs will find a workaround somehow I'm sure.

 
KansasCityKing said:
If your intent was just to rent the game then the workaround is to not give them your pur info to track you. Easy resolution so not seeing this as a deterrent for those that rent.
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Yeah I just thought to let people know, as it may screw some over that aren't aware (I overheard the employee telling them but never mentioned it to me)

 
Vendacious said:
That may be a workaround not sure if they just wont accept them after awhile on that i'm not clear on but the account flagging of people using their card to pay (Gamestop credit) that is confirmed.
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Not too sure I want to take a gs employees advice. Some are great and some don't have a clue about games or their own promos.
 
Well from my understanding they already tracked all this and banned you from returning for abusing it anyway.  Maybe they're placing a higher emphasis on the used stuff with the extended return policy?

 
KansasCityKing said:
Not too sure I want to take a gs employees advice. Some are great and some don't have a clue about games or their own promos.
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He was my local Gamestops Manager so i'll take his word on it. Why randomly mention such a lame ass new policy like that if it isn't true just because? Haha that would be weird but highly unlikely.

 
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Vendacious said:
He was my local Gamestops Manager so i'll take his word on it. Why randomly mention such a lame ass new policy like that if it isn't true just because? Haha that would be weird but highly unlikely.
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I guess if it was a manager it is more credible. I was at a gs recently and the employee was trying to explain the differences in PS4 and Xbox One to a kids dad and the employee was mentioning how the Xbox has to connect to the Internet every 24 hours...smh. I really can't target all gs employees but I have encountered quite a few that didn't know their stuff so I disregard a lot of what they say. However this new policy better be on the receipt if this is going to be the case.
 
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