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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]

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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​
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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,,,,,,,

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='vicks']Base values please. Namely, halo 4. :)[/QUOTE]

If you would have searched the thread it has been posted already 4 times, but I will do the work for you 22.00. Yes I voted for Romney, we work.
 
Values as of 11/30

Steel Diver $1.50
Nintendogs $5
Nintendogs $5

All 360

Sniper Elite V2 $7.50
Naruto Shippuden Ultimate Ninja Storm Generations $9 (dropped :( )
Tiger Woods 13 $10
Saints Row 3 $10
Amazing Spider Man $14
Dragons Dogma $13
Armored Core V $10
Asuras Wrath $10
Fallout New Vegas Ultimate Edition $10
 
[quote name='cancerman1120']^Holy MS sale Batman. :)[/QUOTE]

LOL. I know. Although half of those I did pick up for a friend who asked, then he ended up not having the cash, so I figured I'd just trade em heh.
 
[quote name='evophile']LOL. I know. Although half of those I did pick up for a friend who asked, then he ended up not having the cash, so I figured I'd just trade em heh.[/QUOTE]

Good week to trade them so I do not blame you.
 
[quote name='evophile']LOL. I know. Although half of those I did pick up for a friend who asked, then he ended up not having the cash, so I figured I'd just trade em heh.[/QUOTE]

first of all your friend sucks, and to be honest i know people think they are making a good "flip" at gamestop, but i never consider a flip to gamestop good, unless you are getting a lot more for your money.

for example you buy those ms games at 10 dollars and trade in to gamestop for 15(16 if your a pur member). yeah u got an extra 6 bucks in credit, but only credit you can use at gamestop. and as you already know or should know is that gamestop sells at ridiculous prices, its only once in awhile they will have a great deal. i dunno id rather have the 10 dollars liquid cash rather than gamestop credit cuz ur stuck with it. at least with bb credit bb has sales and will do price matches.

just my 2 cents before people try to go flip crazy
 
[quote name='ragingst0rm6']fuck, :ps3:motor storm apocalypse dropped to $6[/QUOTE]

Thank God that I flipped the copy I got with my 3d display as soon as I got it on black Friday (had a copy already). You should have keeped it as its a great game imo
 
does the directors cut of heavy rain have the same TIV as the regular one? i dont see the directors cut in the list of games
 
[quote name='paayter']first of all your friend sucks, and to be honest i know people think they are making a good "flip" at gamestop, but i never consider a flip to gamestop good, unless you are getting a lot more for your money.

for example you buy those ms games at 10 dollars and trade in to gamestop for 15(16 if your a pur member). yeah u got an extra 6 bucks in credit, but only credit you can use at gamestop. and as you already know or should know is that gamestop sells at ridiculous prices, its only once in awhile they will have a great deal. i dunno id rather have the 10 dollars liquid cash rather than gamestop credit cuz ur stuck with it. at least with bb credit bb has sales and will do price matches.

just my 2 cents before people try to go flip crazy[/QUOTE]

If you know what you are doing that GameStop credit is worth a lot more than you think. I've used GS credit for wayyyyyy more than just games at GameStop. I know you're new here but your rant is just plain ignorant.
 
[quote name='paayter']first of all your friend sucks, and to be honest i know people think they are making a good "flip" at gamestop, but i never consider a flip to gamestop good, unless you are getting a lot more for your money.

for example you buy those ms games at 10 dollars and trade in to gamestop for 15(16 if your a pur member). yeah u got an extra 6 bucks in credit, but only credit you can use at gamestop. and as you already know or should know is that gamestop sells at ridiculous prices, its only once in awhile they will have a great deal. i dunno id rather have the 10 dollars liquid cash rather than gamestop credit cuz ur stuck with it. at least with bb credit bb has sales and will do price matches.

just my 2 cents before people try to go flip crazy[/QUOTE]

Steam Wallet...enough said.
 
[quote name='cancerman1120']Steam Wallet...enough said.[/QUOTE]

This !!!! Also you can use that credit for gamestop to bestbuy flips when they pop up. Not to mention that you can use that credit along with discount coupons from pur to get dr dre beatz head phones for the price of your liking (ohh those things are sexy, glad gamestop carries them) :)
 
[quote name='paayter']first of all your friend sucks, and to be honest i know people think they are making a good "flip" at gamestop, but i never consider a flip to gamestop good, unless you are getting a lot more for your money.

for example you buy those ms games at 10 dollars and trade in to gamestop for 15(16 if your a pur member). yeah u got an extra 6 bucks in credit, but only credit you can use at gamestop. and as you already know or should know is that gamestop sells at ridiculous prices, its only once in awhile they will have a great deal. i dunno id rather have the 10 dollars liquid cash rather than gamestop credit cuz ur stuck with it. at least with bb credit bb has sales and will do price matches.

just my 2 cents before people try to go flip crazy[/QUOTE]

begone troll
 
[quote name='paayter']first of all your friend sucks, and to be honest i know people think they are making a good "flip" at gamestop, but i never consider a flip to gamestop good, unless you are getting a lot more for your money.

for example you buy those ms games at 10 dollars and trade in to gamestop for 15(16 if your a pur member). yeah u got an extra 6 bucks in credit, but only credit you can use at gamestop. and as you already know or should know is that gamestop sells at ridiculous prices, its only once in awhile they will have a great deal. i dunno id rather have the 10 dollars liquid cash rather than gamestop credit cuz ur stuck with it. at least with bb credit bb has sales and will do price matches.

just my 2 cents before people try to go flip crazy[/QUOTE]

Which I then use to flip games towards best buy and get more profit. Enjoy your $10 bill
 
[quote name='DemonsMaster']If you know what you are doing that GameStop credit is worth a lot more than you think. I've used GS credit for wayyyyyy more than just games at GameStop. I know you're new here but your rant is just plain ignorant.[/QUOTE]

first of all i know what im doing. second of all it wasnt a rant, i was just trying to offer friendly advice for some people who may not know what they are doing or just see the short term.

seriously and get over yourself because you joined in 2010. ur a walking fallacy. length of time here in cag does not equate to how much you know. you actually just proved that so you need to stfu.

i know exactly how to get a good deal out of the gs flips, but you are still limited to any purchase within gamestop. some people here may need that money eventually in the future to pay bills or rent. im sorry your pimply ass lives at home with mom paying for everythign while you hobby yourself on how to exploit gamestop. good day fool
 
[quote name='BryanDGAF']Which I then use to flip games towards best buy and get more profit. Enjoy your $10 bill[/QUOTE]

right, no i totally do the same but again not everyone does that. im just warning the people who only see a few dollars in their eyes.
 
[quote name='kayne2000']begone troll[/QUOTE]

how am i trolling? if you take my advice take it. this was actually a genuine post.

dont jump to conclusions. not everyone may not know how to effectively take advantage of gamestop flips or know how to flip. i have made lots of credit between gs and bb but again the majority of the people go for a one sided profit, and im just telling them it may not be so profitable. i guess i should just allow for ignorance within the cag community in allowing themselves to give up their games with no actual benefit? thats exactly what you are promoting kanye2000. lol kanye...yup u definitely seem to fit his persona.
 
[quote name='strait edge follower']This !!!! Also you can use that credit for gamestop to bestbuy flips when they pop up. Not to mention that you can use that credit along with discount coupons from pur to get dr dre beatz head phones for the price of your liking (ohh those things are sexy, glad gamestop carries them) :)[/QUOTE]

ehh the beats dont really get to me but i totally get it. some people may not. so im warning them be fully prepared to accept the credit they receive.
 
12/1 base TIVs

:ps3: Assassin's Creed 3 $20
:ps3: Heavy Rain (vanilla) $6
:ps3: The Hunted: Demon's Forge $4
:ps3: Spiderman: Shattered Dimension $8
:wii: The Last Story $13
:wii: Raving Rabbids: Travel in Time $4
:ds: Jillian Michaels Fitness 2010 30 cents
 
TIV Report 12/1/2012

:wii:
Resident Evil 4 $4.50

:ps2:
Killzone $1.50
Ratchet and Clank $0.75

:ps3:
Resistance: Fall of Man $0.50
Rock Band Track Pack Vol 2 $0.25
Dirt 3 $7
Hot Shots Golf: Out of Bounds $7
Buzz! Quiz World $0.75
Army of Two: The 40th Day $3

:360:
Forza Horizon $18

$69.21 after trade bonus and PURP.
 
[quote name='pun123']If you would have searched the thread it has been posted already 4 times, but I will do the work for you 22.00. Yes I voted for Romney, we work.[/QUOTE]

Of course values are posted multiple times, and I was also fully aware of the trade in value previous to your trade in. Just wanted to make sure it hasn't decreased yet. I merely asked for the benefit of the database...I've been a member just as long as you have (longer actually) - it isn't my first day... Since when have we not been reporting base values for trade ins?

As for the quip at the end - no reason to throw jabs across the internet my friend...I don't believe you have any idea how much "work" I do...
 
[quote name='vicks']Of course values are posted multiple times, and I was also fully aware of the trade in value previous to your trade in. Just wanted to make sure it hasn't decreased yet. I merely asked for the benefit of the database...I've been a member just as long as you have (longer actually) - it isn't my first day... Since when have we not been reporting base values for trade ins?

As for the quip at the end - no reason to throw jabs across the internet my friend...I don't believe you have any idea how much "work" I do...[/QUOTE]

you mean the internet isnt for throwing cheap jabs at people? you sir are a liar!!!
 
[quote name='kayne2000']you mean the internet isnt for throwing cheap jabs at people? you sir are a liar!!![/QUOTE]

shutup troll, no one here needs your negativity.
 
[quote name='pun123']If you would have searched the thread it has been posted already 4 times, but I will do the work for you 22.00. Yes I voted for Romney, we lose.[/QUOTE]

Fixed
 
FYI...if anyone was doing the return/rebuy of their Wii U and/or other items to take advantage of the triple/double points this weekend, do 2 separate transactions or the points will just 0 out. I meant to ask the girl to do it this way, but forgot. I'm not sure if I feel like going back today. It's only an extra 7700 points.
 
12/2/12 Base TIV

:ps3: Disgaea 3: $6
:ps3: Eternal Sonata: $7
:wii: Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi 2: $9
:3ds: Kid Icarus: Uprising: $8
:psp: (Vita) Gravity Rush: $10
:psp: (Vita) Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3: $7
 
These are as of Friday. My apologies for the lateness, but I couldn't post until now (thems the breaks when you're a newb).

Anyways....

11/30/12

:wii: House of the Dead 2 & 3 Return - $5 ($8 after 60% bonus)
:wii: Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess - $6 ($9.60 after 60% bonus)
:wii: Pokemon Battle Revolution - $10 ($16 after 60% bonus)
:wii: Punch-Out - $4 ($6.40 after 60% bonus)
:wii: Super Mario All-Stars Limited Edition - $16 ($25.60 after 60% bonus)
:wii: Tron: Evolution Battle Grids - $1.50 ($2.40 after 60% bonus)
:wii: Wii Sports - $3.50 ($5.60 after 60% bonus)

:ds: Aliens Infestation - $2 ($3.20 after 60% bonus)
:ds: Littlest Pet Shop: Jungle - $4.50 ($7.20 after 60% bonus)
:ds: Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa - $1.75 ($2.81 after 60% bonus)
:ds: Petz Dogz Talent Show - $2 ($3.20 after 60% bonus)
:ds: Pokemon Conquest - $10 ($16 after 60% bonus)

DS Lite - $20
DSi - $25
DSi XL - $30

Total - $141.25
Total after 60% bonus - $181.01

Paying $20 for a 3DS XL - Priceless \\:D/
 
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I hope this savings with PUR report the GS employees see when you checkout resets on Jan. 1. It is getting a little hard to explain why I have saved $2,600 this year.
 
[quote name='DBK']These are as of Friday. My apologies for the lateness, but I couldn't post until now (thems the breaks when you're a newb).

Anyways....

11/30/12

:wii: House of the Dead 2 & 3 Return - $5 ($8 after 60% bonus)
:wii: Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess - $6 ($9.60 after 60% bonus)
:wii: Pokemon Battle Revolution - $10 ($16 after 60% bonus)
:wii: Punch-Out - $4 ($6.40 after 60% bonus)
:wii: Super Mario All-Stars Limited Edition - $16 ($25.60 after 60% bonus)
:wii: Tron: Evolution Battle Grids - $1.50 ($2.40 after 60% bonus)
:wii: Wii Sports - $3.50 ($5.60 after 60% bonus)

:ds: Aliens Infestation - $2 ($3.20 after 60% bonus)
:ds: Littlest Pet Shop: Jungle - $4.50 ($7.20 after 60% bonus)
:ds: Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa - $1.75 ($2.81 after 60% bonus)
:ds: Petz Dogz Talent Show - $2 ($3.20 after 60% bonus)
:ds: Pokemon Conquest - $10 ($16 after 60% bonus)

DS Lite - $20
DSi - $25
DSi XL - $30

Total - $141.25
Total after 60% bonus - $181.01

Paying $20 for a 3DS XL - Priceless \\:D/[/QUOTE]

Eh.. Personally, I would've sold the DS' on Craigslist for $40 a piece.
 
[quote name='cancerman1120']I hope this savings with PUR report the GS employees see when you checkout resets on Jan. 1. It is getting a little hard to explain why I have saved $2,600 this year.[/QUOTE]
In the words of the late Biggie Smalls "...you ain't got to explain shit..."
 
[quote name='cancerman1120']I hope this savings with PUR report the GS employees see when you checkout resets on Jan. 1. It is getting a little hard to explain why I have saved $2,600 this year.[/QUOTE]

Just sign up for another PUR. It doesn't take a genius for any employee to figure out you're a dealer.
 
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