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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 for Microsoft devices. Third post has the values for games for Nintendo devices. Fourth post has the values for games for Sony devices. Fifth post hardware values. Sixth post is open for expansion/reorganization.

Instructions on finding games in the database and inputting the values from different sections can be found in my blog post here: http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/blog.php?b=14143. I would put the entire post in the thread but this is already kind of a large post.

Upcoming Promotions:



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


$50 Extra In-store Credit, Select Systems
(3/3/13)
[quote name='GameStop.com']Get $50 extra in-store credit when you trade any Wii U, PS3 or Xbox 360 system

Offer not good on cash trades. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Defective items may be eligible for trade at a lesser value. Hardware must have all necessary components for trade. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Trade-ins subject to manager approval. See store associate for details. No dealers. Offer vailid in the United States, Puerto Rico and Guam only. Void where prohibited. GameStop, Inc. reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the offer for any reason without notice.[/QUOTE]


50% Extra In-store Credit on all Games Traded (3/3/13)
[quote name='GameStop.com']Get 50% extra in-store credit for every game you trade

Offer not good on cash trades. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Defective items may be eligible for trade at a lesser value. Hardware must have all necessary components for trade. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Trade-ins subject to manager approval. See store associate for details. No dealers. Offer vailid in the United States, Puerto Rico and Guam only. Void where prohibited. GameStop, Inc. reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the offer for any reason without notice.[/QUOTE]


GAMESTOP USED GAME PRODUCT ID(thanks Xfactor4)​
THE GAMESTOP USED GAME PRODUCT ID "CRACKED":

:gc:=916xxx
:360:=952xxx
:ps2:=938xxx or 939xxx
:wii:=917xxx
:psp:=935xxx
:ds:=919xxx
:ps3:=930xxx
:gba:=914xxx​

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,,,,,,,

Can I trade-in sealed games?
No. You might come across the rare GameStop that would let you do it, but they are going to open them anyway.

I don't want to get hassled about the values I post, how can I get the information out there?
If you do not feel comfortable or willing to put the values in the thread you have two options available. You can input them in the TIV tracker or you can send them to me via PM. Either way the database and these lists will be updated. Putting them into the TIV tracker does save me some time later on.

Do trade-ins have to have their original case, insert and manual?
No, however it will be YMMV on if they charge you a refurbish fee for them in that condition. Most GameStops wont charge a fee but there are some that charge for incomplete games.

Will they accept my game if it is really beat up?
YMMV. It really all depends upon the employee you get. Some will charge refurbish fees, some wont, some wont accept the game and others just take them without a second glance.

What are the refurb fees on games?
There appears to be set prices for set value ranges. We aren't 100% certain on the splits just yet. Here is what we have currently:
$0.25-$2 Value: $0.75 Refurb Fee
$2.01-$4 Value: $1 Refurb Fee
$4.01-$7 Value: $2 Refurb Fee
$7.01-$10 Value: $3 Refurb Fee
$10.01 & Higher Value: $4 Refurb Fee
This information isn't guaranteed by any mean and we are still working on nailing it down.

What are the refurb fees on consoles?
They are listed in the hardware TIV section, highlight in red.

I have a Collector's/Limited/Special edition of a game, do I have to trade-in all of the extras?
No, but there are a handful of games that their variations have separate listings at GameStop: Madden 09 Anniversary Edition, Battlefield: Bad Company Gold Edition, and a few others.

Why didn't the percent bonus go for my accessory for a system that was included?
Unless stated otherwise, and they are rarely included, the bonuses never apply to accessories. Except the EDGE card of course.

I traded in a bunch of games for the "Trade X, get $X bonus" promo and it gave me the percentage bonus instead?
I can't give concretes on why this happens. GameStop computers are normally pretty good at giving you the better promo. In the case of a percentage bonus being run at the same time as a "Trade X, get $X" promo, things can get messy. The system appears to only give one promo on games per transaction so if you had a few games that you want to go to the percentage bonus and a stack for the "Trade X, Get $X" it will regularly apply the percentage to all of the games. Your best bet is to do all "Trade X, Get $X" games in one transaction on their own. The GameStop clerk may say that the system will figure it all out, tell them you want a separate transaction anyway. As always, check your receipt before you leave the store.

Can I trade in multiple copies of the same game?
YMMV. The official policy is no, but there are some GameStops that overlook that rule.

What all do I have to trade in for a console trade-in?
Xbox 360: Console Unit, power brick, A/V Cables, Controller (wired/wireless)
Wii: Console Unit, Power Cable, A/V Cables, Wiimote, Nunchuck, Sensor Bar
Playstation 3: Console Unit, Power Cable, A/V Cable, Controller, USB Cable
Playstation 2: Console Unit, Power Cable, A/V Cable, Controller (Must be a DualShock2) *Fat unit requires either back cover or network adapter*
GameCube: Console Unit, Power Cable, A/V Cable, Controller
PSP: Handheld, A/C Adapter
Nintendo DS/DSLite/DSi: Handheld, A/C Adapter, Stylus

Can I trade in a defective/broken console?
For the most part yes. If it powers on but doesn't play games, they will take the console as a refurb unit and put a refurb fee on the console. The refurb fee on the console will vary on the price of the console so those numbers will change. You are still required to trade in everything required listed in the question directly above. They will not, however, take RROD 360 consoles. There may be stores that still do it, but official policy is to not take them in.

What is the difference between PowerUp Rewards and PowerUp Rewards Pro?
The basic card is free and only allows you to acrew points when spending money. The Pro card costs $14.99 and is basically the same as the previous EDGE program.

How much does a PowerUp Rewards Pro subscription cost?
It costs $14.99 and is good for a year. It also comes with a 1-year subscription to Game Informer magazine.

What bonuses come with having an PowerUp Rewards Pro card?
You will get an extra 10% trade-in credit on the base value of the game, extra 10% off the purchase of pre-owned games and 10% off new strategy guides.

Does the Power Up Rewards Card give me a bonus on hardware trade-ins?
No. You will only get the bonus for games and accessories.

What if I want cash instead of credit, what do they deduct?
If you decide that you want cash instead of credit, they will take 20% off the base values and promos will not apply.

Does promo "....." have a minimum trade-in value?
If the promo has a minimum trade-in value requirement, it will be listed in the promo. If it isn't there, then there is no limit. However, as with all trades, they are subject to manager approval so the manager could have setup his own little rule-set requiring a minimum of whatever.

I used a Power Trade promo for a pre-order, can I cancel that pre-order and get the credit or move it to another game I want?
Yes on both accounts. However, if you do a bunch of the power trades and just straight drop the pre-order you could create some ill-will between yourself and the employees you cancel on. However, if you look at the wordings on promos, they can remove the bonus trade-in value if they decide to.

I just tried to use a promo that has a select list of games eligible, but they say my game isn't eligible anymore, what gives?
Basically they have the right to change the eligible games at any time. They tend to update these frequently so as to lock out any easy/cheap games. It's best to check the eligible list the day of your trade.

Can I stack two different trade-in promos?
No. The only thing that will stack with trade-ins is your EDGE card. Some will report success, but this requires a manual override and is very YMMV.

If I pay for an item using all credit on my card, do I have to pay sales tax?
This varies depending upon the state you live in.

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, Florida, Hawaii, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, Nevada, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, West Virginia
Does Not Charge Sales Tax on Credit Purchases: Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Delaware, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, South Carolina, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming
No Information Yet:

My state doesn't charge sales tax on purchases made by credit, why is gamestop.com charging me tax?
It is just the way they have designed their system. The best theory we have seen is that since you are only inputting the number off of the back of the card, it isn't going to pick up the programming from the specially tagged EDGE cards. Some kind of programming that gets input from their system that wont show up when only inputting the number off the back of the card.


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[quote name='sp00ge']I had a handful of games rejected last time I went in for the tiered trade promo. I was told if the game was under .05, they can't take it. A few of them were old PS3 sports titles...[/QUOTE]
Probably YMMV then. I had brought a couple extra but just took em back. Good to know.
 
[quote name='Deader2818']I wonder if Skyward Sword is still 22 base. If it us with 60% its like 35 for it.[/QUOTE]

I'm doing my trades later today so i'll let you know unless someone beats me to it
 
[quote name='Donut2922']Skyward Sword dropped to $21 yesterday. Dunno about today.[/QUOTE]
i thought tiv tanks, especially with people keep trading in the same few games. Especially with people on cag who trade in the same title/games
 
I havent flipped to Gamestop in a while, have any of their rules changed?

My Best Buy has a million Epic Mickey 2s and I was hoping to pick up three of them and pawn them off on three different Gamestops in the area. There should be no problem with that still correct?
 
[quote name='BrolyB593']I havent flipped to Gamestop in a while, have any of their rules changed?

My Best Buy has a million Epic Mickey 2s and I was hoping to pick up three of them and pawn them off on three different Gamestops in the area. There should be no problem with that still correct?[/QUOTE]

If you take them to different GS already open no problem. Some stores will take them sealed IF you produce your BB receipt.
 
[quote name='Maelstorm1226']I'm looking into trading my old fat Xbox 360, but my front USB cover on the face plate is broken. I was wondering if anyone could let me know if GameStop would accept it or not?

Thank you.[/QUOTE]

Yes as a refurb but look on EBay/Amazon for a replacement faceplate. The regular ones are pretty cheap.
 
[quote name='cubeenigma']50% trade in bonus for 2 weeks woo.[/QUOTE]
how are people getting 50% bonus trade in credit?
 
[quote name='gamererik']how are people getting 50% bonus trade in credit?[/QUOTE]

It is Gamestop's new/current running base promo for the next two weeks.
 
[quote name='209chromatic']They also told me they should have preorders for ps4 on Thursday.[/QUOTE]

I know the big buzz about Wednesday's announcement is the big PS4 rumors but if employees are getting direction, then I'd consider the PS4 as official then. Times are a changin'.
 
Has anyone else heard about the new PUR "silver" account (sorry not really sure on the name) but its basically an invite only membership for GameStop's top customers. Heard from some local employees and they said its launching soon.
 
Considering GameStop employess are the last to know about things, I wouldnt take it as something that is confirmed.

Was it a regular employee that told you this, or a manager?
 
50% is pretty good. The closest I came to that was when a clerk made the mistake of stacking a 25% pre-order bonus on top of a 20% when trading in a bunch of games. Actually, that adds up to 50%...sweet!
 
Hmm,good question not really sure if they were managers or not.I'm not really taking it as truth, just wanted to see if others have heard about it.
 
Base values 2/18

COD Black Ops 2 (360) 22.00
Halo 4 (360) 20.00
Sly Cooper Thieves in Time (ps3) 15.00
Tekken Tag 2 (ps3) 12.00
Jak & Daxter Collection (ps3) 8.00
 
2/18

:wii: Epic Mickey 2 - $15

I bought four copies at BBY for $11.99 each and traded in one copy so far (put the $24 towards Tales of Xillia, a game I have absolutely zero qualms buying at full price), and I'll hopefully find three other GSs to trade in the remaining copies. :D
 
2/18 Base
PS3 Sonic Genesis Collection $6
PS3 Darksiders $6
PS3 No More Heroes $5
PS3 Castlevania $5
PS3 Lollipop Chainsaw $6
PS3 Batman Arkham Asylum GOTY $5
PS3 Lego Harry Potter 5-7 $5
PS3 Lego Harry Potter 1-4 $5
PSP Kingdom Hearts: Birth By Sleep $6
 
Lol I got 3 copies of Epic Mickey. Store literally had like 40+ copies out.

Already traded 2, might grab just 2 more to pay off Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 and Naruto
 
[quote name='mrclutch']And I also asled for all my flipper friends and Mickey 2 was 15.
[/QUOTE]

Thanks, dude :) and others who quoted

Got me a nice used PSPGo after trading in a couple copies.


Oh, and a TIV

2/18 Base
360 Grand Slam Tennis 2 - $5
 
PS3 Dragon's Dogma- $17
360 Kingdom of Amalur- $15
360 Mass Effect 3- $7
360 Angry Birds Trilogy- $16
360 Dance Central 2- $10
360 Just Dance 3- $15
 
2/18 Base TIV

Vita
Unit 13 - $7

:ps3: PS3
FIFA Street - $14
MLB 12 The Show - $8

:wii: Wii
Epic Mickey 2 - $15

$70.40 after 60%. Been so long since I've had a good trade in day. RIP Best Buy's crazy values.
 
[quote name='strait edge follower']dang looks like ive missed out on epic flippy lmao. oh well :)[/QUOTE]
why, the sale is active until the end of the today? if you can find the epic mickey at your local BB, LOL
 
[quote name='DemonsMaster']2/18 Base TIV


:wii: Wii
Epic Mickey 2 - $15

.[/QUOTE]

wat are chances this will hold till tomorrow? (GS trade in value)
 
[quote name='bjstucker']wat are chances this will hold till tomorrow? (GS trade in value)[/QUOTE]
a good chance it will, but don't count on it. since so many ppl are trading it in
 
Traded in my 5 copies, got a total of 130$ on my card now, so I'm happy as hell. Still debating on whether to get rid of Borderlands 2 or not.

On a side note, that stupid new system really makes it hard to stay incognito. Had 4 different stores tell me "Oh my gosh, you saved over 1000$ last year".


Also, base for Anarchy Reign's fell to 7$ on PS3
 
[quote name='TPerryoo7']Base

:ps3: Skyrim - 18 (I got 27 with 50% wooo)[/QUOTE]
damn, this game is like call of duty. the tiv is holding up strong/ good
 
All traded in today, and are all base:

Epic Mickey (wii) -$8
Catherine (360) - $8
Sims 3 Pets (360) -$6
Gears of War 3 (360) -$5
Halo 3 - $3
Resident Evil 5 (360) -$2.50
Resident Evil ORC (360) -$3
Homefront (360) -$1.50
Spec Ops (360) -$9
Dragons Dogma (360) -$17
NBA 2K12 (360) -$7
MLB 2K12 (360) -$5
Aliens Colonial Marines (360) -$23 (didnt like the game.)

Ended up with $156.80 for pre-ordering, not too shabby.

Especially compared to the $112 I would have gotten at Best Buy, so much for taking my games there.
 
In-store quote:

:3ds: Professor Layton Miracle Mask - $12

Traded:
:wii: Zelda Skyward Sword - $21
:360: Darksiders II - $15
:ps3: Darksiders II - $15

At first the guy rang up the Darksiders games as the first one (which by the way has a base of $6 for both systems). Luckily I caught that just before signing off - I was in a hurry and almost missed it.
 
2/18 all PS3

Black Ops 2 $22
Far Cry 3 $21
Dragon's Dogma $17
Darksiders 2 $15
Walking Dead $13
Tekken Tag 2 $12
Ico Shadow Coll $8
Ghost Recon FS $8

I got $185.60 total.
 
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