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Welcome to the Official CAG Gamerush/Blockbuster video game deal thread.

First and foremost, please check out the
GameRush Trade-In Prices Wiki.

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What is this thread for?
The primary function of this thread is to discuss current trade-in and sale promos and to post any trade-in values you have obtained. Please post trade-in values with the date of the trade (or quote) and system. One of the CAG Wiki editors will then add them to the Wiki.

It is also permissible to discuss system availability, credit issues, etc. As long as it is related to game trades or sales at Blockbuster it is generally OK to discuss it here.

Unlike more tightly focused clearance threads, it is OK to discuss more general Gamerush/Blockbuster issues here as well as trade requests as long as they are kept to a minimum (and usually just during specific deals, of which there are none currently).

Due to the questionable stability of the Gamerush brand, it is also permissible to discuss ways of converting credit from Blockbuster to other stores (ie, which games may be used for trading in to other stores such as Gamecrazy or EB/GS). As of right now, we have no indication of Gamerush's imminent demise, but given Blockbuster's ongoing financial difficulties we need to be aware of the possibility.

What is this thread NOT for?
There will be absolutely NO DISCUSSION of the recent doctored coupon. Do not discuss what you bought, what you traded it for, or anything else - all such posts will be deleted. Any discussion of that should be done here.

Also, it is bad form to discuss the flipping of games from one Gamerush store to another should another such opportunity arrive (through trade-in deals which we haven't had recently anyway). It is one thing to "play the market" with trade-in values from one chain to another (GR to GC to EB) - free market buy low/sell high and all that. But taking advantage of loopholes in a single store's policies/promos is frowned upon and has, in the past, led to trade-in bans from GR.

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General Info
- Trade-in credit can be placed onto your store account or onto a "Value" card
- Credit on store accounts can only be used at that one store
- However, credit can be transferred from the store account to a card at any time
- Value cards can be used at any location
- Gamerush stores often do not get new game stock until the Friday of the release week, thus a few days later than most retailers

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Gamerush vs. regular Blockbusters
All Blockbuster game-related discussion belongs here. Most threads created in the Deals forum will be merged in to here. There seems to be the impression by many CAGs that if they don't have a Gamerush store near them then this thread does not apply to them. However, regular (non-GR) Blockbuster stores often run the same promos and generally have the same trade-in values.

The key differences:
- Only Gamerush stores sell new and used video game hardware, with the exception of the occasional new controller/memory card spotted at regular stores. (Edit - Some recent exceptions have cropped up: many regular BB stores had a PS3 bundle available over Christmas and a few stores have been reported to sell DS Lites).

- Only Gamerush stores allow for preorders of new games (though, it seems, many of those have even stopped taking preorders).

- While many Gamerush stores have cut back on their new game stock, some regular (non-GR) Blockbusters have started selling new games. They usually have a very limited selection of top-selling new 360, PS3, and Wii games. I will be maintaining a list below here for those with Blockbuster credit but no access to a GR store.

- Trade-in values are controlled centrally and are uniform across all Gamerush and Blockbuster locations EXCEPT if the Blockbuster is a franchise location. You can tell from the receipt if your store is a franchise store. All Gamerush stores are corporate-owned so they will have uniform pricing.

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New games that may be available for purchase at select non-GR Blockbusters
For those with access to only regular Blockbuster stores but wanting to take advantage of the decent trade-in values Blockbuster offers, this is the list of new games being sold by some regular Blockbuster locations. Note that they will generally not get new games on the release date. They will most likely have them a few days to weeks later.

:ds:
Legend of Zelda Phantom Hourglass

:360:
Bioshock
Blue Dragon
Call of Duty 4
Guitar Hero III
Halo 3
Lego Star Wars TCS
Mass Effect
NBA Live 08
The Orange Box

:ps2:
Guitar Hero III
Spiderman Friend or Foe

:ps3:
80GB PS3 bundle for $600 (PS3, Surf's Up Blu-Ray, HDMI cable, 20-week rental card)
Assassin's Creed
Lego Star Wars TCS
NBA Live 08
Ratchet & Clank Tools of Destruction
Rock Band bundle
Uncharted

:wii:
Guitar Hero III
NBA Live 08
Mario Party 8
Mario Strikers Charged
Super Mario Galaxy

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Current Trade-In Deals

There are no trade-in deals at this time. The trade 3 get an extra $5 per game is still in affect at some (very select) locations.

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Reported Trade-In Prices

Trade-In Price Wiki
 
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Yeah, I just traded in MUA and Forza 2, values are holding steady this week on those. I couldn't find a spare case to use, so when I bought the double pack, I also got a copy of Sneak King and used the case from it.
 
[quote name='runpuddrun']last time i bought forza/mua at GS I simply asked for a few extra cases and they were much obliged to give me a couple. try that...[/QUOTE]

Good idea, I didn't even bother since Sneak King is $1.80 w/ Edge and I'm gonna give it to a buddy of mine, sans case. Thanks for the tip.
 
Dammit! I didnt have time last week to trade in my 3 MM and wont get back in town until Thursday. There goes $6.50 for each copy.
 
darkness 360 is still $32

I have a question, if i have credit of a value card and i get banned from a store, can i still use my credits at another store? thanks
 
[quote name='asthmatic']darkness 360 is still $32

I have a question, if i have credit of a value card and i get banned from a store, can i still use my credits at another store? thanks[/quote]
Is there a way to get the game cheap? I know GS has it for 27 but any other way?

Also if you have ur credit on a giftcard, how could they stop you from using it at another store? In the end it is just a giftcard :)
 
I have a weird story about being banned...

My girlfriend and I go to BB/GR together, I usually do the trading but sometimes on the "longer" deals such as MUA/Forza she may flip 1-2 per store.

Now, I traded 1-2 to each of GR, which maybe a total of 3-4 Forza / MUA each. She did the same thing. I have a history of Beowulf, Darkness, Ice Age 2 etc, multiple copies of each.

And now, we find out she was banned. O_O

I was shocked. I am not banned, I trade 2x as much as she did, which respectively is not much AT ALL. Probably about the same as io. She did much less, maybe a total of 12-15 games in the last 6 months. And she was banned.

I don't think it was a store ban either, we rarely traded at that particular store, and we ALWAYS traded in moderation. Always 1 per title per store, only Beowulf and MUA/Forza did we do 2 per store. I don't understand how she was banned.

Anyway we can fight this? Clearly, we didn't violate any rules of theirs.

Btw,

Jaws (Xbox) - $16
 
I would call moderation one trade per game. Otherwise it's just suspicious period if someone wanted to nit pick. And that's what I do.

So thats two for you guys total following that rule , which pretty much guarantees that you wont have issue.

Of course you can fight it - bring in the trade agreement and highlight the key parts and ask what the hell got you banned.
 
Question guys: I have amassed another large sum of GR credit thanks to MUA/Forza, The Darkness, Monster Madness, etc. I'm considering buying an Elite with the credit. I have a 360 already, but it's my second refurb from M$, so I know its days are numbered. Do you all think that's crazy to have a second 360? Should I hold out for something else (the rumored Amazon gift cards, an iPod)? And if I bite, how do I ensure it's a BenQ Falcon? The one in the case comes with MUA/Forza. Does that mean it's from a newer lot? Any help/advice would be much appreciated!
 
[quote name='lyric706']Question guys: I have amassed another large sum of GR credit thanks to MUA/Forza, The Darkness, Monster Madness, etc. I'm considering buying an Elite with the credit. I have a 360 already, but it's my second refurb from M$, so I know its days are numbered. Do you all think that's crazy to have a second 360? Should I hold out for something else (the rumored Amazon gift cards, an iPod)? And if I bite, how do I ensure it's a BenQ Falcon? The one in the case comes with MUA/Forza. Does that mean it's from a newer lot? Any help/advice would be much appreciated![/quote]
To be sure it's a Falcon, it needs to say 175w instead of 203w on the sticker. The last I looked (a couple of weeks ago) none of the Pinellas GameRushes had any definite Falcon Elites. They mostly had older ones with the holiday games added.

The only definite Falcons I've seen come into GameRush so far are Pro systems, and I picked up one of those with credit a couple of weeks ago. There should be some more at local stores if you're willing to settle for a Falcon Pro.
 
I don't know anything about the BenQ or Falcon, but I do think it is a good idea to grab another 360. These things are extremely fun, but if you are missing any other system, grab that first. I'm sure you still have awhile left on that 360 warranty.

I am planning to get another one once I do get some credit, just bought a DSL.
 
[quote name='AzN_BaLLeR']I don't know anything about the BenQ or Falcon, but I do think it is a good idea to grab another 360. These things are extremely fun, but if you are missing any other system, grab that first. I'm sure you still have awhile left on that 360 warranty.

I am planning to get another one once I do get some credit, just bought a DSL.[/QUOTE]

Thanks for the feedback. I already have a DS Lite, PSP, PS3 and Wii, so I'm pretty much set on the console front. I'm really interested in the 120G hard drive; that's why I'd want an Elite. However, it seems buying the hard drive separately and then getting an Arcade system would only be about $20 more.

Elmyra: Do you know if any Pinellas GameRush stores had Arcade Falcons?
 
[quote name='lyric706']Elmyra: Do you know if any Pinellas GameRush stores had Arcade Falcons?[/quote]

I saw Arcades at every store, but all were marked 203w. They might have been Falcons, but there's no way to know until you buy one.
 
Not seeing much worth getting lately, and not having extra cash to splurge on flippables, I more or less "Cashed out" to 1600 XBL points x2, 2000 Wii Points x2, a 360 controller, and a few PS2 games with the $165 in credit I had on gift cards.

Not a bad haul for about $0.30 or so on the dollar.
 
Yeah, I have about $300 in credit at GR. I have not flipped much lately (like some others here...no time or effort). I'm at a loss of what to buy. No :must-have" games...already have the Elite/PS3/Wii combo. Oh well....it will be nice eventually. I suppose a DS Lite makes good money on EBAY still.
 
[quote name='doubledown']Yeah, I have about $300 in credit at GR. I have not flipped much lately (like some others here...no time or effort). I'm at a loss of what to buy. No :must-have" games...already have the Elite/PS3/Wii combo. Oh well....it will be nice eventually. I suppose a DS Lite makes good money on EBAY still.[/quote]

Smash Bros comes out in less then a month!!! I know the game isnt for everyone but WiFi battles, and everything else this game has...to me its a must buy, and since that Walmart price mistake didn't pan out I might as well get it for 25 bucks (A forza/mua + madden06).
 
[quote name='irishsoccermbw']Smash Bros comes out in less then a month!!! I know the game isnt for everyone but WiFi battles, and everything else this game has...to me its a must buy, and since that Walmart price mistake didn't pan out I might as well get it for 25 bucks (A forza/mua + madden06).[/QUOTE]

Actually, just FYI, Smash Bros was pushed back another month into March.
 
Blockbusters are doing a deal where if you buy Family Guy: Blue Harvest ($16.99 Regular, $26.99 SE) you get $10 off any of the Family Guy seasons (i think the 3 latest are $29.99 each, making them $19.99).

Not a deal at all if you are using cash, but if you made a lot of credit by flipping, its a good deal. I got the BH SE and it comes with a lot of cool stuff. Really nice packaging as well.
 
[quote name='irishsoccermbw']Smash Bros comes out in less then a month!!! I know the game isnt for everyone but WiFi battles, and everything else this game has...to me its a must buy, and since that Walmart price mistake didn't pan out I might as well get it for 25 bucks (A forza/mua + madden06).[/QUOTE]


SSBM is delayed till March now. Possible it delay again!
 
[quote name='El Gray']Anyone have a value for:

Stuntman: Ignition (PS3)
All-Pro Football 2K8 (PS3)
The Bigs (PS3)

?
Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]

Hmm, wonder why you'd be asking about these games?
 
[quote name='El Gray']Anyone have a value for:

Stuntman: Ignition (PS3)
All-Pro Football 2K8 (PS3)
The Bigs (PS3)

?
Thanks in advance.[/quote]


$8 for All-Pro...

I sent a PM to Cheapy earlier in the week about being able to edit the CAGWIKI... I have a Gamerush really close to me and can keep it updated.
 
[quote name='lurknomore']Hmm, wonder why you'd be asking about these games?[/QUOTE]
Target is my friend. Just curious if they're worth it.

Thanks for the All-Pro price, Zim.
 
After failing to find any NBA 07s at the Circuit Cities in my area, I picked up NBA 2K7 for $8.97. It gets $16 at GR. Not a great flip, but $7 profit ain't bad.
 
[quote name='awp']After failing to find any NBA 07s at the Circuit Cities in my area, I picked up NBA 2K7 for $8.97. It gets $16 at GR. Not a great flip, but $7 profit ain't bad.[/QUOTE]

about $.60 to the dollar after tax.
 
[quote name='InvaderZim']$8 for All-Pro...

I sent a PM to Cheapy earlier in the week about being able to edit the CAGWIKI... I have a Gamerush really close to me and can keep it updated.[/QUOTE]

That would be great because currently its just not updated well.
 
[quote name='elmyra']I just checked the GameStop website, and Madden 06 is up to $5.99. It's no longer worth flipping at that price.[/QUOTE]

I bet that all of us buying it to flip to BB/GR made Gamestop think there was some sort of demand for it.:D
 
[quote name='elmyra']I just checked the GameStop website, and Madden 06 is up to $5.99. It's no longer worth flipping at that price.[/quote]

I just found that out when I brought two home from GS.
 
[quote name='djkunai']Back from Vegas, ready to CAG.[/QUOTE]

And here I thought maybe you were just laying low for a bit from the GR flipping. I guess I should have known if you weren't active here it was because you were separated from your flipping opportunities ;).

As for my ongoing saga, I'm starting to get a little pissed about it. The manager of one of the stores who said she'd talk to the DM still has not been able to get her to call back (she's been trying since late Dec). I finally went in there and talked to her in person last week - she didn't seem too concerned over the whole thing (and certainly didn't throw me out of the store or anything ;)). She said she would see the DM over the weekend. I haven't called to check - but then she didn't call me either which I expected her to do after all the delays. I'm pretty sure the manager is genuine in wanting to help me, but either the DM is avoiding the issue or more likely, just doesn't want to be bothered with it. I may have to go above her I guess and contact corporate. I figure at this point I've got nothing to lose. I didn't do a DAMN THING wrong, so now it is becoming a matter of principals.
 
[quote name='io']I may have to go above her I guess and contact corporate. I figure at this point I've got nothing to lose. I didn't do a DAMN THING wrong, so now it is becoming a matter of principals.[/quote]

I'm guessing that you'll get your account restored shortly after the copy of The Darkness you won drops down in the $8-$10 trade in range. Since it stayed at $32 this week I wouldn't expect to hear back from them anytime soon.
 
[quote name='jkanownik']I'm guessing that you'll get your account restored shortly after the copy of The Darkness you won drops down in the $8-$10 trade in range. Since it stayed at $32 this week I wouldn't expect to hear back from them anytime soon.[/QUOTE]

:rofl: I hadn't even thought of that! I didn't get in on the whole Darkness thing at Blockbuster before (more reason I'm pissed about the account - all I did was Beowulf out of all the flippers in the last few months).
 
[quote name='Chitown021']Anyone know the trade in value of Cooking Mama? It's $19.99 at Target. Could be a good flipper if the trade value is $30 or more...[/QUOTE]

$23
 
Just traded:

Superman Returns (X360): $15
Battlefield 2:MC (X360): $12

I noticed Bullet Witch dropped to $20 for purchase (used), so I assume the trade-in value would be $12 now.
 
[quote name='irishsoccermbw']How did u guys get the Darkness cheap?[/quote]

First, you need to find a delivery truck en route to a Wal-Mart, Target, or some other store that carries games. Cut off the driver and drive wrecklessly until the truck pulls over. With the driver distracted and pissed off, have a friend start rummaging throught the contents of the truck until he/she spots the box with copies of Darkness inside. Be sure to leave some money (remember, we're not Thief Ass Gamer ;)). Recommended amounts are $50 for three copies (comparable to the GS B2G1 deal) or $12.99 (comparable to the Gamefly end of the year sale). Once you have procured enough copies, disengage the driver and continue on your way.


Version # 2 (The one without sarcasm)

GS had a B2G1 sale right after Christmas. After discount and edge card, you could get three copies for about $50. In my situation, I had flipped Halo 3s from GR which resulted in some insane flipping percentage (about 10 to 20 cents on the dollar).

Gamefly was selling copies of Darkness for $12.99 as well although Two Worlds kind of stole the show ($9.99).

Unfortunately, (for you) I have three PS3s.....err, both deals are over.
 
[quote name='djkunai']getyourdarknesscheap.com[/quote]

Damnit Kunai! It's getyourdarknesscheap.org. Are you trying to lead people to some nonexistant website?
 
how does the BBV/GR trade-in work if you only have the game and a printed out cover and no inserts? will they take it if the disc is in good condition or what?
 
[quote name='animemaniac14']how does the BBV/GR trade-in work if you only have the game and a printed out cover and no inserts? will they take it if the disc is in good condition or what?[/QUOTE]

In most cases, yes they ought to take it but its somewhat YMMV. One of my two local stores won't take games without cover art (in which case I just print it from The Cover Project) but they've never complained about a missing manual.
 
[quote name='mkernan']In most cases, yes they ought to take it but its somewhat YMMV. One of my two local stores won't take games without cover art (in which case I just print it from The Cover Project) but they've never complained about a missing manual.[/quote]

are they as anal as FYE is about scratched discs?
 
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