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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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I recently renewed PUR and used my B2G1 coupon yesterday to pick up 3 used $19.99 games.

My receipt included a code for "Buy any 2 PreOwned games under $20 and get 1 free" Valid 7/28/14 through 8/3/14.

Not sure if this is a reproducible deal but I thought it was interesting. Also makes me wish I had used the PUR B2G1 on more expensive games and then saved the cheap ones for this second code..

 
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parkerlewis said:
I recently renewed PUR and used my B2G1 coupon yesterday to pick up 3 used $19.99 games.

My receipt included a code for "Buy any 2 PreOwned games under $20 and get 1 free" Valid 7/28/14 through 8/3/14.

Not sure if this is a reproducible deal but I thought it was interesting. Also makes me wish I had used the PUR B2G1 on more expensive games and then saved the cheap ones for this second code..
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No, every purchase made between now and 7/27 (I think) has a code for that promo printed on its receipt.

kickrockz713 said:
Makes me wonder if my local library rents games. I need to check, at least 12 years since I've stepped in a public library. Time to break that streak.
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It is so awesome having a video-game-stocked library in my area--I have Tomb Raider: DE :)ps4:), LEGO Marvel :)ps4:), and JoJo's Bizarre Adventure All-Star Battle :)ps3:) currently checked out. :joystick:

 
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Alltimefox said:
I have a question about GameStop; can you rent games by any chance?
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Technically, yes: You can buy a used game and return it with the original receipt for a full refund within 7 days. Alternatively, you can buy a used game through their website to "extend" that return period to 30 days, but you need to have a $24.99+ total so you can get free shipping with the SAVER code, since you will not be refunded the shipping when returning an online order in-store.

 
I have a $10 off coupon and am looking for a good bargain to flip into trade credit. I am currently sitting on $35.20 in credit, but I prefer to get something for like $10-$15 and flip it to $20-$25. Any good ideas? 

 
parkerlewis said:
I recently renewed PUR and used my B2G1 coupon yesterday to pick up 3 used $19.99 games.

My receipt included a code for "Buy any 2 PreOwned games under $20 and get 1 free" Valid 7/28/14 through 8/3/14.

Not sure if this is a reproducible deal but I thought it was interesting. Also makes me wish I had used the PUR B2G1 on more expensive games and then saved the cheap ones for this second code..
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Mine had like 3 or 4 of those codes too
 
Vigilante said:
Technically, yes: You can buy a used game and return it with the original receipt for a full refund within 7 days. Alternatively, you can buy a used game through their website to "extend" that return period to 30 days, but you need to have a $24.99+ total so you can get free shipping with the SAVER code, since you will not be refunded the shipping when returning an online order in-store.
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Ok okay, thanks for the advice! I was thinking I might get Fallout 3 gotye since I have it on my xbox on demand. Then return it. And New Vegas as well.
 
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For anyone with the TIV app an you let me know the TIV's for the following:

Naruto Shippuden Ultimate Ninja Storm 3 (Xbox 360)

Star Fox 64 (3DS)

Singularity (Xbox 360)

 
Vigilante said:
Technically, yes: You can buy a used game and return it with the original receipt for a full refund within 7 days. Alternatively, you can buy a used game through their website to "extend" that return period to 30 days, but you need to have a $24.99+ total so you can get free shipping with the SAVER code, since you will not be refunded the shipping when returning an online order in-store.
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Your returns are tracked though so if you abuse it you will be banned from making returns.

 
rbanez said:
Thread worthy??

GameStop Offer Reveals The Last of Us Remastered for $25
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Wow, not bad. If I still had my copy (which I traded in for just over/under $25, IIRC, so I'm not really upset), I'd definitely get in on that. Oh well, I'm happy with my Dell.com preorder with $25 e-GC since I had a substantial e-GC to redeem at Dell.com anyway (though I really, really wish they'd change their price from $59.99 to $49.99, as they seem to be the only retailer with it still at that price :headache:).

...Unless I stumble across a $5-$10 copy of TLoU between now and the release date, that is. :whistle2:

 
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Prison Mike said:
New SOTW coupon


25% Off One Pre-Owned Handheld System


Steal of the Week! Get 25% off one pre-owned handheld system, including the PS Vita, PSP, 3DS, and DS, from Monday, July 21, through Sunday, August 10. With a discount that big, you’ll be able to take the savings and spend it on your first few pre-owned handheld games. Get your coupon now for 15,000 points, it’s only available until Sunday, July 27!
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That's actually pretty good. About $130 for a DSXL and $140 for a Vita.
 
Dr0p119 said:
Thanks for info!

Btw does anyone know if you hold
Something will it remain the same price?

Can't make it today but I think ufc goes back to $60 tomorrow? #gamestopnoob
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Games put on hold aren't rung up until you go pick them up, unfortunately.

However, Gamestop sales last through Tuesday, since new weekly ads start on Wednesdays, so you should be fine with picking up UFC for $39.99 tomorrow.

 
Vigilante said:
Games put on hold aren't rung up until you go pick them up, unfortunately.

However, Gamestop sales last through Tuesday, since new weekly ads start on Wednesdays, so you should be fine with picking up UFC for $39.99 tomorrow.
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Cool. thanks again, your input Is greatly appreciated!
 
I was wondering if you can go over the monthly trade limit per platform and get banned even if you don't use a PRO Card. Can anyone verify this, I live in a state that doesn't ID for trade credit if that helps
 
ZenithRequiem said:
This happened to me recently, Not everything but I went to buy a 360 slim console with 320 GB, Wanted to cancel alot of my pre-orders that just had $5. The manager only let me buy it if i got a 1yr protection plan ($30). I bit and didn't argue and paid a little over $90 out of pocket for the console. I'm debating going to another gamestop and returning the 360 slim for my money back and just buying another 360 slim at another gamestop to save about $30. Anyone think i Shouldn't do this cause on the receipt I was given it has all the cancelled pre-orders on it? Decisions, Decisions, :whistle2:k

Going to go visit the library in town and see if they have anything like that. That would be awesome.
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I don't think that's legal for them to force you to buy something. Honestly that sounds like extortion to me.

 
What exactly does the employee see on your history when you use your powerup card? Is it just your last 5 purchases or something? or does it include other stuff like returns and trade ins? Just curious how much info they know about us. They definitely know your previous purchases since one employee joked about me buying lots of Amazon cards before with my gs credit.

 
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The reason I'm skeptical of trading my Last of us disc is because I have the collectors edition.

The collectors disc is different (disc art) from the standard disc, which adds to its exclusivity



I may just wind up keeping mine
 
doc_j88 said:
The reason I'm skeptical of trading my Last of us disc is because I have the collectors edition.

The collectors disc is different (disc art) from the standard disc, which adds to its exclusivity



I may just wind up keeping mine
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I sold my LE on Amazon complete, but used, for its original MSRP while new ($80) & used that to preorder LoU Remastered plus something else.
 
project_night said:
What exactly does the employee see on your history when you use your powerup card? Is it just your last 5 purchases or something? or does it include other stuff like returns and trade ins? Just curious how much info they know about us. They definitely know your previous purchases since one employee joked about me buying lots of Amazon cards before with my gs credit.
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I believe it's one item from each of your last 5 purchases based on what I have seen on the screen at the stores.

 
Can anyone with the GS app give me updated values on a few 3DS games. I want to make sure they didn't drop overnight.

Pokemon X
Pokemon Y
Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds
Yoshis New Island
 
doc_j88 said:
The reason I'm skeptical of trading my Last of us disc is because I have the collectors edition.

The collectors disc is different (disc art) from the standard disc, which adds to its exclusivity



I may just wind up keeping mine
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Keep it. The price will rise in the future :p
 
XB1

PVZ Garden Warfare - $15

360

Spongebob Plankstons Robotic Revenge - $6

3ds

Pokemon X - $17

If anybody has PVZ GW and plan on keeping it forever you can trade it in now for $24. Buy a $25 XBL card and get it for $23.99 on the XB1 markeplace. That's what I did, love that game. Sale ends today though.

 
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