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NEW THREAD: http://www.cheapassgamer.com/topic/334650-gamestop-trade-in-values-xxvi-values-available-on-ios-app-upcoming-50-bonus-with-coupon/

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/Information:

From GameStop employees on CAG:

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

None Currently.

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, 21,22,23,,

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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JohnnyCage said:
Does anyone know if I can trade in 2 of the same systems in the same transaction? My brother wants me to trade his in when I go.
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JohnnyCage said:
Aight now just gotta hope the coupon works.
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i traded in 2 PS4s on the same transaction also about a couple months ago, but when i tried 2 360s a few weeks later i was denied at 3 different gamestops including the same guy who took the PS4s. i think they might have started to crack down on this at least in my region.

kind of relevant, do we know how to get around a trading ban? i can still buy anything and use my power up points but registers would not allow my trade ins to be accepted, games or consoles.

is the ban tied to your State ID/DL that they "need" for all trade ins or power up account only?

I thought i read you can just get a new PUR account with a different phone number (same address information) and your essentially reset on the trade ban even if you show the same ID when you trade in again, even though you will have to throw away the trade banned PUR account

 
Tmega said:
Yes you can


Not correct I've traded in 2 PS4's in one transaction a couple months ago I think that one rule only applies to games
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You're not supposed to be able to trade multiples of the same console same day. Just like there are stores and clerks that ignore the 1-per-game-per-system-per-day policy, there are probably stores/clerks that ignore the console trade in limits. Your trade is an exception, not the rule.

nightmarishhero said:
i traded in 2 PS4s on the same transaction also about a couple months ago, but when i tried 2 360s a few weeks later i was denied at 3 different gamestops including the same guy who took the PS4s. i think they might have started to crack down on this at least in my region.

kind of relevant, do we know how to get around a trading ban? i can still buy anything and use my power up points but registers would not allow my trade ins to be accepted, games or consoles.

is the ban tied to your State ID/DL that they "need" for all trade ins or power up account only?

I thought i read you can just get a new PUR account with a different phone number (same address information) and your essentially reset on the trade ban even if you show the same ID when you trade in again, even though you will have to throw away the trade banned PUR account
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Two current gen consoles on single transaction probably got you caught up in a loss prevention sweep. I've traded A LOT of PS4's without any issue by spacing them out. No more than 5 a month and at least 1 day between each trade.

Evading a ban can be very easy or very hard depending on your local laws. If your stores take your driver's license and record the number with each transaction, the duplicate info will trigger a merge of a new account and your old banned account. Some folks have reported that happening instantly. Others have claimed that they've been able to trade for a couple days before the ban rolled over to the new account.

If you're in a state/locality where you can trade without providing any ID, it's bans are pretty easy to work around.

 
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Is there some promo going on that you can use to optimize a console trade in or something? Have a 360 and Xbox one I've been waiting to trade in, didn't think any current promos would help me out, am I wrong?
 
Just got done stacking the GI 10% coupon with the 50% Bonus. Here are the values I got base and after the promo + stack

:xb1:

PvZ Garden Warfare - $15 Base / $25.50

TitanFall - $27 Base / $45.90

:pS4:

inFamous Second Son - $27 / $45.90

MGS V GZ - $12 / $20.40

:3DS:

Pokemon X - $17 / $28.90

Zelda: LBW - $17 / $28.90

 
:vita: ff x/x-2 hd remaster base = 15$

i just got the plat !!!! took around 130 hours but for my fav game of all time its more than worth it :D. i wont start x2 for at least a week as these rpgs can be draining, especially for plat trophys
 
Prison Mike said:
Just got done stacking the GI 10% coupon with the 50% Bonus. Here are the values I got base and after the promo + stack
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Sorry if this is a stupid question but did you give them the GI code before or after they rang you up? Im going tomorrow and dont want anything to get screwed.

 
asspickle said:
Sorry if this is a stupid question but did you give them the GI code before or after they rang you up? Im going tomorrow and dont want anything to get screwed.
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I let them get to the confirmation where he tells u the total after bonuses (but before u sign of course) then had him add the coupon

 
@FIF said:
You're not supposed to be able to trade multiples of the same console same day. Just like there are stores and clerks that ignore the 1-per-game-per-system-per-day policy, there are probably stores/clerks that ignore the console trade in limits. Your trade is an exception, not the rule.

Two current gen consoles on single transaction probably got you caught up in a loss prevention sweep. I've traded A LOT of PS4's without any issue by spacing them out. No more than 5 a month and at least 1 day between each trade.

Evading a ban can be very easy or very hard depending on your local laws. If your stores take your driver's license and record the number with each transaction, the duplicate info will trigger a merge of a new account and your old banned account. Some folks have reported that happening instantly. Others have claimed that they've been able to trade for a couple days before the ban rolled over to the new account.

If you're in a state/locality where you can trade without providing any ID, it's bans are pretty easy to work around.
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thanks for the quick reply, no big loss on my end as i don't trade in often, i did trade in multiple identical just dance games recently. which might have pushed me over the edge, i always thought that if you stayed under 5 of anything flags would not get raised.

one last question im sure this is true or else coupon trading wouldn't really work, but coupons printed off of 1 account can be used on someone else's PUR membership right?

 
For everyone one that is looking for the print / phone friendly version of this coupon, here you go:

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So you can use the 10% trade in coupon from the latest GI? Cause the small print underneath the 50% trade in thing says "cannot be combined with any offer", are they just ignoring that or does that not seem to apply with this coupon?

 
super marioPS2 said:
So you can use the 10% trade in coupon from the latest GI? Cause the small print underneath the 50% trade in thing says "cannot be combined with any offer", are they just ignoring that or does that not seem to apply with this coupon?
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Technically you aren't supposed to per the terms but it stacks as confirmed by fellow cags.

This is verbatim off of 10% coupon terms:

Vigilante said:
"10% Extra In-Store Credit when you trade any items

Not valid toward cash trades. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Trade subject to manager approval. Offer valid only towards items normally accepted in trade. 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. It does not apply to the trade of consumer electronics. Offer valid until 5/31/14."

So there are exclusions.
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Does not mention anything about combining on the 10% coupon even though the 50% does say otherwise.

Short answer, it works.

 
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I didn't see it posted so sorry if it was: Which magazine is this coupon in? I think the last one I got was Batman on the cover, but I didn't see it. Was there another magazine after this one that has the coupon?
 
Vap said:
I didn't see it posted so sorry if it was: Which magazine is this coupon in? I think the last one I got was Batman on the cover, but I didn't see it. Was there another magazine after this one that has the coupon?
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It has Fortnite on the cover
 
Man for some reason I haven't received my GIs in the mail for two months and am 100% sure I did not change to digital. Should I call them up or just ask for the magazine in store.
 
KudosConan said:
Man for some reason I haven't received my GIs in the mail for two months and am 100% sure I did not change to digital. Should I call them up or just ask for the magazine in store.
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Short-term solution: If you bring proof that you're a subscriber to GI (your PUR card, perhaps?) and explain the situation, the employee might allow you to get a free copy of the magazine in-store. Just make sure it has Fortnite on the cover.

Long-term solution: You should verify whether you receive digital or physical copies of the magazine; if you're set for physical, then yes, you should call to find out why you haven't been getting your issues.

 
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Anyone happen to know if you can use PowerUp reward coupons on pre-orders? I was looking to use my $10 off any item on Mario Kart 8, but wasn't sure if I'd have to just pick it up the day it comes out or whether I could use the coupon toward reserving it.

 
Prison Mike said:
Just got done stacking the GI 10% coupon with the 50% Bonus. Here are the values I got base and after the promo + stack

:xb1:

PvZ Garden Warfare - $15 Base / $25.50

TitanFall - $27 Base / $45.90

:ps4:

inFamous Second Son - $27 / $45.90

MGS V GZ - $12 / $20.40

:3ds:

Pokemon X - $17 / $28.90

Zelda: LBW - $17 / $28.90
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So by my math, you got 50% tradein extra, then 10% extra with the coupon and another 10% for PUR Pro.

Without PUR Pro I can therefore expect 60% tradein for a grand total of 43.20 in Infamous SS. Leaves around another $20

to get Watch Dogs preordered and paid off. Not too shabby!

 
GamerDude316 said:
To be fair, I don't think it was unrealistic to assume that the GS values would drop. Plus since I have GCU I get more value from BB credit, and I'll be getting almost $10 in RZ points from the transaction.
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Yeah, shame on us for thinking GS would be on the ball for once. :roll:

 
GamerDude316 said:
Damn, so I just totaled up what I would have gotten at GS for the 6 games I traded to BB on Friday from the glitch, lost out on $35 :whistle2:(
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A bird in hand, friend. I lost a bit too, but it wasn't clear the 10% GI coupon would stack, and ditching multiples would have taken up more time (which has value!). All told, the immediate Best Buy trades were a good move even in hindsight.
 
GamerDude316 said:
To be fair, I don't think it was unrealistic to assume that the GS values would drop. Plus since I have GCU I get more value from BB credit, and I'll be getting almost $10 in RZ points from the transaction.
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from my experience with Gamestop they never tank the values until after at least one day. Last summer they did a 50 or 100 I can't remember witch but the first day values were amazing.
 
strait edge follower said:
its muti use ? looks like i will copy the bar code down then
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I noticed that it doesn't say on the coupon that you can't make duplicates. I plan on xeroxing my coupon in case I need to use it again.

And thanks to all who posted about the coupon, that it could stack, and which issue it was in.

 
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Question, if I trade in towards Watch Dogs am I going to get the 50% Trade In promo or that 30% trade in promo when trading in towards a pre order? Or do they stack making it 80% trade in?
 
Chin35char said:
Question, if I trade in towards Watch Dogs am I going to get the 50% Trade In promo or that 30% trade in promo when trading in towards a pre order? Or do they stack making it 80% trade in?
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You should get the 50% promo, since that one is automatic and the 30% bonus requires a barcode to be scanned.

And no, they won't stack.

 
Tried to trade in towards watch dogs, and the values were lower than trade in alone. So trade in towards pre order promo on games nets you 40% and trade in alone gets you 50% plus 10% PUR plus 10% GI coupon
 
I used a copy of the coupon off my phone last night. Its an EBC code so not single use.

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