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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='dorkyden']is there any promo that will bump the TIV of the dual shock?[/QUOTE]

50% extra in-store credit when you trade any items toward the purchase of a new Sony Pulse Elite headset.
 
[quote name='dorkyden']thanks....but i hate paying MSRP or cancelling preorder. well if i do pick up and pre-order would it hurt the sales people performance? mos of the GS people at my local stores are cool and i dont wanna screw them over if it affects them.[/QUOTE]
If the bonus gets you more than $5 then just never pick the game up or move it to another pre-order.
 
[quote name='Vigilante']20% lower, to be exact, and you can't use any promotions when trading for cash.[/QUOTE]

And you also get the judging looks from employees that:

1. Think you stole whatever you're trading in.
2. Trading only to get some drug money.
 
[quote name='captaintek3304']And you also get the judging looks from employees that:

1. Think you stole whatever you're trading in.
2. Trading only to get some drug money.[/QUOTE]
I wish I could take a 20% cut on this ~$500 in GS credit I have now. Come to think of it, I can. But won't of course.
 
[quote name='GoVols']To those of u that got Wii U, is it awesome?[/QUOTE]

It's very fun so far. I have Nintendo Land (haven't opened yet), ZombiU (great game, use of gamepad) and NSMBU (solid platformer, what you'd expect).

The Gamepad is a great controller, and I was very skeptical of it before I got my hands on it. Also, MiiVerse is awesome.
 
Base values - 12/10

NOTE: "Current promo" lasts until 12/16/2012 or until GS decides to stop.

360:
NHL 13: $14 ($31.40 with current promo and PUR)
Dance Central 3: $15 ($31.50 with current promo and PUR)
Rock Band 3: $7.50 ($15.75 with current promo and PUR)
Forza Horizon: $18 ($36.80 with current promo and PUR)

PS3:
Alice: Madness Returns: $9 ($20.90 with current promo and PUR)
Need for Speed Most Wanted 2012: $17 ($31.70 with current promo and PUR)

3DS:
Aqua Blue 3DS system: $40 ($80 with upgrade-to-XL promo)
 
they started carrying kindles and selling them with a $25 kindle card thru jan 31 2013 so ur stores should be getting them in. stores in my area all have them

[quote name='Anexanhume']12/11
:360: Assassin's Creed 3 - $20 ($37.00 with promo and PUR)

Up to 192.35. Ready to unload if they start carrying kindle gift cards.[/QUOTE]
 
[quote name='therealdanhill']Wow 40 bucks for a 3ds lol what a rip[/QUOTE]

Yeah. GS is a ripoff, but easy to unload stuff u dont play anymore. People here get hype up on building credit, but they dont remind that most games cost more used or new vs other retailers like amazon, best buy, etc when they have sales. GS is good when they do sales or if u looking for something that is old and wanting to avoid ebay.

Remember, cash is king
 
[quote name='The Punisher']Yeah. GS is a ripoff, but easy to unload stuff u dont play anymore. People here get hype up on building credit, but they dont remind that most games cost more used or new vs other retailers like amazon, best buy, etc when they have sales. GS is good when they do sales or if u looking for something that is old and wanting to avoid ebay.

Remember, cash is king[/QUOTE]

The best way to use Gamestop credit is on a new product you were going to buy new at release anyway, however often that is. I saved up credit and bought a deluxe Wii U and 2 games new...saved probably $45 in tax by using all credit. Going to try to save the $750 I have left for NextBox when it comes out, hopefully next year.

And yes, everything I bought new has been sealed.
 
any1 got a toll free gs phone # i can call to get a phone quote on games, my local gs is adamant on not giving out tiv over the phone, and insist on me coming into the store to get quotes
 
[quote name='YBX87']any1 got a toll free gs phone # i can call to get a phone quote on games, my local gs is adamant on not giving out tiv over the phone, and insist on me coming into the store to get quotes[/QUOTE]

Why not call another store in your area? or in a nearby city?
 
[quote name='AJVtony831']Why not call another store in your area? or in a nearby city?[/QUOTE]

i tried calling almost all the store in my local area,
 
[quote name='technicalstylez']they started carrying kindles and selling them with a $25 kindle card thru jan 31 2013 so ur stores should be getting them in. stores in my area all have them[/QUOTE]

Yeah I check every time I go in. Should be soon I hope. Do $ off coupons work on gift cards? I know they work on points cards.
 
[quote name='JaylisJayP']The best way to use Gamestop credit is on a new product you were going to buy new at release anyway, however often that is. I saved up credit and bought a deluxe Wii U and 2 games new...saved probably $45 in tax by using all credit. Going to try to save the $750 I have left for NextBox when it comes out, hopefully next year.

And yes, everything I bought new has been sealed.[/QUOTE]

This is definitely the best way to use the GS credit. Saved up for PS3 slim and XBOX 360S and still have over $300 left for the next system or at least part of it. No need to convert to Amazon since each retailer has their own perks and whatnot throughout the year.
 
[quote name='azngtlman']This is definitely the best way to use the GS credit. Saved up for PS3 slim and XBOX 360S and still have over $300 left for the next system or at least part of it. No need to convert to Amazon since each retailer has their own perks and whatnot throughout the year.[/QUOTE]

Same here. By this time next year I should be sitting on about $300 GS or amazon credit from trade-ins and mypoints redemptions.
 
I got my first trade in value and the GS employees wasn't so happy about it. They only limit me 1 game of each, but I got rid of Forza Horizon and 2 Amazing Spiderman for the 3DS, they're on clearance for $7.58 in Seattle at target.
 
Didn't really know where to ask this, but am I not allowed to use PUR coupons with sales? I wanted to buy BF3 Premium for the PC with a $10 and a $5 PUR coupon off any new purchase and the guy said it wasn't working. I just wanted to know if he was bsing me or if he was telling the truth. Thanks in advance.
 
[quote name='Geco17']Didn't really know where to ask this, but am I not allowed to use PUR coupons with sales? I wanted to buy BF3 Premium for the PC with a $10 and a $5 PUR coupon off any new purchase and the guy said it wasn't working. I just wanted to know if he was bsing me or if he was telling the truth. Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]

You sure you had the right coupon and/or it was still valid?
 
[quote name='IamPro']You sure you had the right coupon and/or it was still valid?[/QUOTE]

Yes. I redeemed it in front of him off my phone and gave it right over
 
[quote name='technicalstylez']iirc, pur coupons much like any other gs promo don't stack. u could only use 1 coupon or the other.[/QUOTE]

PUR coupons do not stack with any other PUR coupon.

Sometimes PUR coupons and other Gamestop promotions stack, but this is rare.
 
Steal.

SSX & Family Game Night - 11.20 each (w/bonus & PUR)
DOA 5 - 20.80 (w/bonus & PUR)

Total: $43.10

Assassin's Creed III - $43.19 used

Gamestop owed me a penny. I'll never forget the day Gamestop OWES ME money lol
 
[quote name='DemonsMaster']PUR coupons do not stack with any other PUR coupon.

Sometimes PUR coupons and other Gamestop promotions stack, but this is rare.[/QUOTE]

Oh okay. Thanks for the help on this guys. Guess I'll try to return and rebuy my BF PS3 and apply the coupons.
 
[quote name='kburns10']Steal.

SSX & Family Game Night - 11.20 each (w/bonus & PUR)
DOA 5 - 20.80 (w/bonus & PUR)

Total: $43.10

Assassin's Creed III - $43.19 used

Gamestop owed me a penny. I'll never forget the day Gamestop OWES ME money lol[/QUOTE]

base values please.
 
Values from 12/11

Dead Island GOTY (PS3) - $10
Alice Madness Returns (360) - $9
Syndicate (PS3) - $7
Ratchet & Clank: All 4 One (ps3) - $4
Spongebob: Truth or Square (DS) - $3

Official PS3 DualShock 3 controller - $22
 
12/10/12

:wii: Call of Duty: Modern Warefare 3 $11.00
:ds: Pokemon Diamond $7.50

12/11/12

:360: Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands $1.00
:ps3: Red Faction Armageddon $1.00
:ps3: Pure $1.50

^^ I didn't trade these in but got the TIV. I was trying to find a 3rd game for the 3 for $10 promo.

:ps3: Mayhem 3D $2.50
:ps3: Army of Two: The 40th Day $3.00
:wii: Smurfs Dance Party $3.50
 
does GS take in used blu ray movies and give you credit for them? For the first time I saw GS actually selling some preowned blurays and its also part of their "sale" email I got today.
 
[quote name='Royal High Knight']does GS take in used blu ray movies and give you credit for them? For the first time I saw GS actually selling some preowned blurays and its also part of their "sale" email I got today.[/QUOTE]

I saw that too! Didn't they sell used DVDs once upon a time? I remember in GA our local one did and a friend got me a movie there for my birthday. Surprise surprise it didn't wok lol
 
[quote name='kburns10']I saw that too! Didn't they sell used DVDs once upon a time? I remember in GA our local one did and a friend got me a movie there for my birthday. Surprise surprise it didn't wok lol[/QUOTE]

:lol:. I can't recall them selling movies though. Only thing close to movies that GS sells are psp umd movies.
 
[quote name='technicalstylez']maybe ur too young or maybe u just forgot. they sold dvds back in the day, im talking like 8-10+ years ago.[/QUOTE]

I remember they use to sell anime and other dvds
 
sounds reasonable. guess it just depends where ur at, but for sure gamestop has sold dvds in the past. and even they had the grimey gs stickers on them.

[quote name='parkerwilson']My GS had DVD's even as soon as 3-4 years ago[/QUOTE]
 
yeah they used to sell movies, i remember when they were 90% off for edge members at the end of the dvd period. I think they sold off moviestop and ended all ties to dvds buy/sell/trade. I think they saw the inevitable decline with dvd rental and sales, and wanted to get out asap.
 
[quote name='J7.']They probably do buy used Blurays or will soon because they're selling used Blurays in some stores.[/QUOTE]

Their website states that they don't accept blu-rays for trade at this time. I imagine this changing soon though.
 
12/12

:ps3: Killzone Trilogy - $10

(got $26 with bonus promo + PUR Pro)

This was from a DS3 bundle I picked up at Best Buy earlier in the day. Even though, in effect, I got a Dual Shock 3 for $14, I was somewhat hesitant as part of the deal meant turning $40 of cash spent at Best Buy into $26 in GS credit (plus the controller to keep). But I'm low on GS credit so I'll use it sooner or later. And at least I did get double RZ points on that purchaase since it is Wednesday ;).
 
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[quote name='Butatoy2008']trade in value for for far cry 3 xbox?[/QUOTE]

I just got a email from gamestop saying its 30 dollars trade in guaranteed
 
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