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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/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)

Extra $5/$10 per game on XB1/PS4 games (Ends 4/6/14)
GameStop.com said:
Get an additional $5 in-store credit when you trade 1 PS4 or Xbox One game. Plus, get an additional $10 each when you trade in 2 or more PS4 or Xbox One games. Valid 3/24/14 - 4/6/14
Not valid toward cash trades. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Defective items may be eligible for trade at a lesser value. Trades subject to manager approval. Offer valid only toward items normally accepted in trade. Cannot be combined with any other offer. See store associate for details. No dealers. Offer valid 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. Offer valid through 4/6/14.
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Extra 30% on Games/Accessories traded towards select games (Ends 4/28/14)
GameStop.com said:
Receive up to 40% extra in-store credit when you trade any games or accessories toward the following games:
  • Mario Kart 8
  • Watch_Dogs
  • Destiny
  • LEGO The Hobbit
  • Elder Scrolls Online
  • MLB 14 The Show
Valid 4/7/14 - 4/28/14
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Extra 30% on Media Player trades (Ends 4/28/14)
GameStop.com said:
30% Extra In-Store Credit when you Trade Any Media Player Valid 4/7/14 - 4/27/14
Offer not valid on cash trades. By trading your device you release GameStop from any claim relating to the product (including, but not limited to, loss of the device or its contents, any music, pictures, or other data stored on it.) Defective items may be eligible for trade at a lesser value. Offer good in the United States, Puerto Rico, and Guam only. Void where prohibited. Offer valid 4/7/14 through 4/27/14.
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Guaranteed $40 trade-in credit for Infamous Second Son (Ends 4/20/14)
GameStop.com said:
Guaranteed $40 In-Store Credit When you trade inFAMOUS Second Son on PS4 by 4/20/14. Valid 3/21/14 - 4/20/14
$40 value is net value after trade. Valid only toward PS4 versions. Offer valid only while new game is priced at $59.99. Not valid toward cash trades. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Defective items may be eligible with any other offer. See store associate for details. No dealers. Offer valid 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.
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Guaranteed $30 trade-in credit for Titanfall (Ends 5/7/14)
GameStop.com said:
Guaranteed $30 In-Store Credit when you Trade Titanfall on Xbox 360 Valid 4/8/14 - 5/7/14
$30 value is net value after trade. Xbox 360 versions. Offer valid only while new game is priced at $59.99. Not valid toward cash trades. Trades must be in full working condition to receive full value. Defective items may be eligible with any other offer. See store associate for details. No dealers. Offer valid 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.
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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, 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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major morgan said:
I have the same exact issue with this one dude. He always claims only 1 coupon works when he scans it but it works just fine at all other stores. I get pissed off at all the lying. I could at least deal with him saying limit 1 coupon per item/transaction since the coupon generally says it.

I've felt like doing the same but I don't because of the reason below.

I've considered burning him on a survey but thought better of it because it brings me more attention than I need. I have thought about canceling a number of preorders on him though; supposing that it still "hurts their numbers"
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Many times I follow this notion. I usually just get in my car and vent to myself angrily about the bafoons they hire. They're either really really really dumb, or they're TRAINED to screw us over, and the latter is what I think.

As far as the "Numbers" things go, you would think they get commission or something with that mentality... If I were a gamestop employee, I would care less about my goddamn numbers at a minimum wage job. I worked at best buy once, and I really stuck it to them with honesty with my customers, b/c I couldn't STAND the idea about getting grilled over about numbers at a job that can't pay the bills.

 
And a piece of advice, 

If you ever need a BIG favor about stacking, returns, special favors from grunt at gamestop, just say you'll preorder a game to make it up to them. I swear, thats such a sacred quid pro quo to them that they'll do ANYTHING youd like them to.. lmao. 

I swear it works

 
trclamp said:
nope the guy at my local store told me I could and tried his best cuz he wanted me to preorder games and there was no way to stack them.
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Alright thanks. My friend was working who let's me get away with murder and he said he didn't think it would, just wanted to check. Sorry if it's common knowledge by now but I tried stacking 2 20% off birthday coupons and that didn't work either just a heads up to anyone.
 
wreckemtexastech said:
And a piece of advice,

If you ever need a BIG favor about stacking, returns, special favors from grunt at gamestop, just say you'll preorder a game to make it up to them. I swear, thats such a sacred quid pro quo to them that they'll do ANYTHING youd like them to.. lmao.

I swear it works
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I agree with this 100% They are much more likely to do stuff if you preorder, even more if you pay it off in full.

Works every time, when they don't want to stack promos or whatever. Last time I preordered 3 things, I thought the girl was gonna take me in the back for the special preorder bonus.

 
burritoman said:
I agree with this 100% They are much more likely to do stuff if you preorder, even more if you pay it off in full.

Works every time, when they don't want to stack promos or whatever. Last time I preordered 3 things, I thought the girl was gonna take me in the back for the special preorder bonus.
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LMAO NICE! How much did you have to put down to lay it down?! :)

 
Here's some more updated values. All of these are the base.

PS3:

Ass Creed Brotherhood - $0.80

Wolfenstein - $1.00

Uncharted 2 - $0.80

Resistance 3 - $1.00

MGS HD - $6.00

Starhawk - $1.00

Sims 3 - $7.00 (was pretty shocked by this one)

Arkham City - $2.00

Duke Nukem Forever - $0.30
Tom Clacny's GRFS - $1.00

Dante's Infendo - $1.00

3D Dot Game Heroes - $2.00

Arkham Asylum GOTY - $1.50

COD MW3 - $0.80

White Knight Chronicles - $0.80

(I have some more to add and will do it later but I got to go)

 
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Some cags have reported 4 coupons working too ($50, $25, $10, and $5).
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yeap it works, i dont if it is still on the fine fine print that says "1 coupon per visit" thats why the first store i went to refused to take all my coupons. i just went home and white out that part and photocopied it.
 
coolrust said:
yeap it works, i dont if it is still on the fine fine print that says "1 coupon per visit" thats why the first store i went to refused to take all my coupons. i just went home and white out that part and photocopied it.
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coupon clearly shows one per transaction, how are people able to use more than one? just hope they don't notice and just scan the coupons?

 
I have a coupon for $25 off any preowned or refurbished PS4, XBOX ONE, PS3, 360, VITA, or 3DS game. 

If anyone is interested in trading something for it or buying it let me know. 

 
I know people get upset sometimes when people ask what the TIV is of certain items when that person "could" just call there local gamestop....but....I have terrible anxiety when I am on the phone and it keeps me from even calling people :/

does anyone know what the current TiV of a crimson red 2DS is by any chance ?

 
[quote name="TastyPorkBone" post="11688808" timestamp="1397486617"]I know people get upset sometimes when people ask what the TIV is of certain items when that person "could" just call there local gamestop....but....I have terrible anxiety when I am on the phone and it keeps me from even calling people :/

does anyone know what the current TiV of a crimson red 2DS is by any chance ?[/quote]

Sounds like me 10 years ago. Had very bad social anxiety. Has mostly gone away as I've gotten older. Hope that makes you feel better.

And yeah, off topic.
 
bostonfrontier said:
I've done this numerous times. All successful. The $50 coupon applies to the entire transaction. Now if it's a $ off preowned coupon, then it would apply to the preowned game.
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Thanks for the tip but I'm surprised it works out that way. Since $50 coupons do not work on gift cards, you would think the coupon would apply to the game by default. Interesting.
 
TastyPorkBone said:
I know people get upset sometimes when people ask what the TIV is of certain items when that person "could" just call there local gamestop....but....I have terrible anxiety when I am on the phone and it keeps me from even calling people :/

does anyone know what the current TiV of a crimson red 2DS is by any chance ?
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$50 before any bonuses for 2ds
 
All values as of 4/13:

:360: Grand Theft Auto V - $20

:360: Dishonored - $4

:ps4: Wired Headset - $2.50 (might have the name of this wrong)

My local Gamestop was running a 50% trade-in bonus plus the regular 10% bonus from PUR Pro on games only over the weekend, so I ended up getting $41.15 from these. Not bad at all.

Probably going to use it towards a pre-order of Super Smash Bro's 4, but we'll see.

 
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So I used my 15,000 points to buy a Pro Up Rewards Pro coupon but when I went to the sotre to redeem it the employee saw I was already good until September 2015.  The only reson I wanted to renew was go get the B2G1 coupon so he suggested I set up an account for my wife.  Which was actually a great idea so now she can do her own trades ins, but now I am waiting on that coupon to show up.  Its been 3 days now, does anyone remember how long it takes for the coupon to show up?  I thought I remember it showing up fairly quickly last time I renewed my membership.

 
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So I used my 15,000 points to buy a Pro Up Rewards Pro coupon but when I went to the sotre to redeem it the employee saw I was already good until September 2015. The only reson I wanted to renew was go get the B2G1 coupon so he suggested I set up an account for my wife. Which was actually a great idea so now she can do her own trades ins, but now I am waiting on that coupon to show up. Its been 3 days now, does anyone remember how long it takes for the coupon to show up? I thought I remember it showing up fairly quickly last time I renewed my membership.
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Pretty sure it could take up to a week but typically it takes 3-4 days. At least I remember it was about that when I signed up for Pro. I say wait a week and if nothing contact CS.

 
good day went and picked up my new galaxy s5 and traded in my my iphone 5 for 273

iphone was 195 base . i was going to buy the coupon but the clerk told me about the 40% extra for reserve a game

 
Trade in Values 4/14/14 - Base Values

Xbox 360 250 GB "E" Slim = $80

Playstation 3 Six-Axis wireless Controller (NOT DUAL SHOCK 3) - $7.50

Just so you guys know, the extra 30% / 40% (PRO Members) extra trade in Ends tomorrow.  So in total, I got $104 for my Xbox 360, 10.50 for my Six-axis.   Total of 114.50, Instead of the base, 87.50

 
Spilt milk at this point, but I watched a Craigslist listing for a 3DS and Pokemon X for $60 come and go this weekend. Is the 3DS still $60 base, and do bonuses (PUR + 30%) apply to systems?

Edit: If I had read the post immediately above mine...

 
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Rockabye said:
Spilt milk at this point, but I watched a Craigslist listing for a 3DS and Pokemon X for $60 come and go this weekend. Is the 3DS still $60 base, and do bonuses (PUR + 30%) apply to systems?

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Not sure on the 3ds anymore but I know the 2ds base is $50 if that helps you.
 
Rockabye said:
Spilt milk at this point, but I watched a Craigslist listing for a 3DS and Pokemon X for $60 come and go this weekend. Is the 3DS still $60 base, and do bonuses (PUR + 30%) apply to systems?

Edit: If I had read the post immediately above mine...
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I would jump at that deal for 3ds and pokemon x

 
Searched the topic and OP and couldn't find out: I want to redeem the $5 off one item PUR coupon but want to use it to buy a digital copy of Metal Gear; will the coupon code work online/ and will it work for a digital game (says not for DLC and gift codes)?

 
How often do trade-in bonuses on consoles come around? Was the +50% promotion last month on trading in a console towards a PS4/Xbox One/Wii U a once-a-year type thing?

 
parkerlewis said:
How often do trade-in bonuses on consoles come around? Was the +50% promotion last month on trading in a console towards a PS4/Xbox One/Wii U a once-a-year type thing?
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Its been a little more frequent than that. At least last summer (maybe fall?) they were giving 50% bonus straight up for systems, that was awesome for the first day especially.

 
wpress said:
Searched the topic and OP and couldn't find out: I want to redeem the $5 off one item PUR coupon but want to use it to buy a digital copy of Metal Gear; will the coupon code work online/ and will it work for a digital game (says not for DLC and gift codes)?
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PUR Coupons don't work online, they're in-store only.

 
Will TIV's for stuff that was on sale lay week be updated at store open this morning? Or do they update later in the week?

Need to dump PS3 copy of Ghosts and am hoping it's up a bit now that ad's rolled over. I bought Hardened just to get the online pass. :whistle2:0
 
dominator said:
Can you trade skylanders stuff to Gamestop? I think I saw someone post something about trading in the portal a few days ago.
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That was a one-time promotion. Any other day, Gamestop will not take in: Base game, portal, characters, accessories, etc. This goes the same for Disney Infinity.

 
These values are from 4/13 (Sunday)

Wii U:

Legend of Zelda: Windwaker $20

Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed $12

Wii:

Mario Kart Wii $15

Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword $20

3DS:

Super Mario Land 3D $17

DS:

Mario Kart DS $13

PS4:

Battlefield 4 $25

FIFA 14 $25

PS3:

Need for Speed: Rivals $22

 
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