Blockbuster/EBGames/Futureshop - Trade-In-Values (TIV) Thread

[La Fleur]

Did anyone trade in FNR4 PS3 recently? I know the TIV was last updated Oct 31 at BBV and I'm going there tonight by default :D Just wondering if anyone did the trade but didn't post. Don't grappos me ;)

Seeing how the TIV went from 40 from a few weeks ago to 27 and now it sells for 40 new retail... it's best to do it now or never!

Thanks.

I saw Fight Night for $59.99 used at BBV today. They normally do price adjustments on Monday/Tues, so it's possible it may still be good for another week at $30. Rogers sells for 39 used now, EB sells it for that price new. So, I'm thinking your best bet is to try FS - it still says 37 - or if you don't have time, you should still get 30 at BBV. MP will probably give you 30 for it too.

Yea, crazy drop. I played my 360 FN4 a bunch when I first got it, haven't touched it since all the big titles hit in Sept./Oct., and had been contemplating trading it in for a while. I know its sales suffered due to being released around the time of UFC, which sold like crazy. I find it very important to follow sales closely these days, since they tend to have a huge impact on price drops - COJ, Red Faction, FEAR 2 being good examples. I suspect Wolfenstein is going to tank in value sometime in Dec/Jan . . . it didn't sell well either.

[CyniC-]

Thanks La_Fleur and CaptainSnazzyPants ;) I'll make my way to FS right after I finish my lunch... hope I get at least $27 TIV :/ I must've mistaken the X360 42 TIV @ BBV with the PS3 30 TIV there... woops!

T2G1F is the next best option if I don't get at least $27 TIV... heh. Agreed.

...updating post...

Traded it for $27.25 at Future Shop just now. Not bad I guess :) It fits my "at least" rule lmao.

[jayare]

I was at eb today and traded in these games and got these tivs:

Endwar (360) - $4
Rainbow Six Vegas 2 (360) - $25.00
Rainbow Six Vegas 2 (PS3) - $7.50

[easterclause]

I was at eb today and traded in these games and got these tivs:

Endwar (360) - $4
Rainbow Six Vegas 2 (360) - $25.00
Rainbow Six Vegas 2 (PS3) - $7.50

Wow, I guess Tuesday night all the TIVS got adjusted? I was planning on getting an Endwar at BBV to complete my T3G1F for AC2LE at EB.

That was a mouthful. :D

[La Fleur]

Hey neksus, noticed a few missing titles on tivs.ca:

Wii

DK: Jungle Beat
Boom Blox Bash Party
PES 2009
Overlord Dark Legend
MLB superstars
Little League 09

These games have been out for a while and some are lesser known titles, but I always see them, wonder the TIV and go "oh, it's not on here" So, I took a few minutes to scan the list and put them here. A small trouble for all the work you do. I can add some others to the list as the week goes on if I notice them missing.

[La Fleur]

I was at eb today and traded in these games and got these tivs:

Endwar (360) - $4
Rainbow Six Vegas 2 (360) - $25.00
Rainbow Six Vegas 2 (PS3) - $7.50

$25 for Rainbow 2? That's insanely high. Is it on the most wanted list for the month? Endwar finally tanked . . . it had a surprising resurgence.

[Jbently]

$25 for Rainbow 2? That's insanely high. Is it on the most wanted list for the month? Endwar finally tanked . . . it had a surprising resurgence.

It was $8.50 for R6:V2 (360) last night for me, he must have done the T2 promo and wrote down the bumped up value.

[lemailme]

It was $8.50 for R6:V2 (360) last night for me, he must have done the T2 promo and wrote down the bumped up value.

yea its never been that high

[Haz]

yea its never been that highThe PS3 version was close @ $23 back in Feb (http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/blockbuster-ebgames-futureshop-trade-values-tiv-thread-608716/246/#post8208854).

[ChopSuey]

I think I'm going to trade in Smackdown vs. Raw 2010 (360) tonight or tomorrow as I already beat the game and got 1000 GS. Talk about a game with easy achievements. :)

[GVRtrader]

I think I'm going to trade in Smackdown vs. Raw 2010 (360) tonight or tomorrow as I already beat the game and got 1000 GS. Talk about a game with easy achievements. :)

Should be $40 @ BB... not sure about at other locations.:cheesygri

[Acid_]

Here's something I discovered.

Its pretty risky buying used games from BB for the RP T3 deal.

RP wants the case, english manual and disc in mint/near mint condition. Note that this depends on the staff person as I managed to trade in one game with scratches in very good condition but I think the case and english manual are always a must have.

With used games from BB, they are sealed on the shelf and you cannot tell before buying whether you will get an english manual inside and how much the disc is scratched or not. Plus the added kicker is that BB puts black marker over the UPC code preventing it from being scanned in. I don't think BB will let you start doing exchanges just to get one thats in the condition you want which might not even be on the shelf at all.

RP might reject the game from BB because they can't scan it in or because the black marker makes the game worth less. Note that I managed to trade one in with black marker last night at RP since she could still type in the UPC number so YMMV.

Yeah the last game I tried to trade to RP they sniffed it over like it was a bag I was taking on an airplane. There's a risk to buying to trade at RP.

Also:

EB - 2009-11-04
Brutal Legends TIV = $40

[jEnkinsX]

Today, I was @ RP near Bramalea. They had a copy of Dead Space for Xbox 360. So I know thats 30% off. Do you guys think I can just bring 2 other qualifying games, walk into RP, buy DS then trade it back in? I checked the condition of the disc and it was BAD. So I didn't want to risk buying it and doing a T3 later on and getting owned :(

I've just got my eye on GF2 [PS3] and GoW2 [PS3] for T2 for AC2

[Acid_]

Today, I was @ RP near Bramalea. They had a copy of Dead Space for Xbox 360. So I know thats 30% off. Do you guys think I can just bring 2 other qualifying games, walk into RP, buy DS then trade it back in? I checked the condition of the disc and it was BAD. So I didn't want to risk buying it and doing a T3 later on and getting owned :(

I've just got my eye on GF2 [PS3] and GoW2 [PS3] for T2 for AC2

It really depends on how you want to be perceived by the RP staff. If you don't care then go for it, you can just ask the clerk before you do it. If you want to make sure you can keep doing trade maybe you shouldn't. I haven't heard of anyone getting banned from RP, but you never know.

[Parth]

Today, I was @ RP near Bramalea. They had a copy of Dead Space for Xbox 360. So I know thats 30% off. Do you guys think I can just bring 2 other qualifying games, walk into RP, buy DS then trade it back in? I checked the condition of the disc and it was BAD. So I didn't want to risk buying it and doing a T3 later on and getting owned :(

I've just got my eye on GF2 [PS3] and GoW2 [PS3] for T2 for AC2
Do you honestly think thats the best idea in the world? Especially since EVERY transaction is recorded on your account. Any employee at any RP store (given your card) can look up every single transaction you've ever made. Hell, I've lost a few receipts before and tried to return games, they just look it up in my history and do it for me.

Anyways, I wouldn't bother getting it if its that scratched up. Not worth the risk. Even if you do the trade on another day (which you should) they probably won't take it. Honestly, with RP, I never buy any games that aren't in mint condition. Always check the disc before buying a game from any store. Hell, I try to exclusively buy PS3 games since 99.9% of the time they're in perfect condition (god bless scratch resistant coating).

I don't see any reason to do the trades right away. It's not like the titles suddenly wont work the next day. They give out a very specific list.

[ChopSuey]

Is it me, or is this thread losing a lot of steam lately? Has everyone been banned at EB or something? :)

Speaking of bans, it's been a lot quieter without grappos13 posting. Haven't heard anything from balonis either, which is odd as he usually likes to brag about his scores. :D

Should be $40 @ BB... not sure about at other locations.:cheesygri

$40 at Best Buy??? Hmmm... may have to check this out. :)

[jEnkinsX]

It really depends on how you want to be perceived by the RP staff. If you don't care then go for it, you can just ask the clerk before you do it. If you want to make sure you can keep doing trade maybe you shouldn't. I haven't heard of anyone getting banned from RP, but you never know.


Do you honestly think thats the best idea in the world? Especially since EVERY transaction is recorded on your account. Any employee at any RP store (given your card) can look up every single transaction you've ever made. Hell, I've lost a few receipts before and tried to return games, they just look it up in my history and do it for me.

Anyways, I wouldn't bother getting it if its that scratched up. Not worth the risk. Even if you do the trade on another day (which you should) they probably won't take it. Honestly, with RP, I never buy any games that aren't in mint condition. Always check the disc before buying a game from any store. Hell, I try to exclusively buy PS3 games since 99.9% of the time they're in perfect condition (god bless scratch resistant coating).

I don't see any reason to do the trades right away. It's not like the titles suddenly wont work the next day. They give out a very specific list.

Thank you for your input. I guess I wasn't thinking properly. I guess I made the right decision of not doing it. I didn't even want any of the T3 games haha I was being greedy. I guess all I can do now is try finishing MGS2 and wait till the 17th to do my trade.

BTW, what are your experience with 360 games @ EB? Would they let me chose a disc? Coz I'm getting GF2 and GoW2. Since like Parth said about PS3 games being mint all the time, GoW2 im kinda worried. Did you guys ever experience being able to pick the disc?

[ChopSuey]

Thank you for your input. I guess I wasn't thinking properly. I guess I made the right decision of not doing it. I didn't even want any of the T3 games haha I was being greedy. I guess all I can do now is try finishing MGS2 and wait till the 17th to do my trade.

BTW, what are your experience with 360 games @ EB? Would they let me chose a disc? Coz I'm getting GF2 and GoW2. Since like Parth said about PS3 games being mint all the time, GoW2 im kinda worried. Did you guys ever experience being able to pick the disc?

You can always ask to inspect the disc before you buy. If they won't let you inspect the disc, then you don't buy it. :) I always do that when I buy from either EB, RP, or BBV.

[jEnkinsX]

You can always ask to inspect the disc before you buy. If they won't let you inspect the disc, then you don't buy it. :) I always do that when I buy from either EB, RP, or BBV.

Ok thanks. I just hope they don't get mad if I ask to check like 5-6 haha

[Parth]

Thank you for your input. I guess I wasn't thinking properly. I guess I made the right decision of not doing it. I didn't even want any of the T3 games haha I was being greedy. I guess all I can do now is try finishing MGS2 and wait till the 17th to do my trade.

BTW, what are your experience with 360 games @ EB? Would they let me chose a disc? Coz I'm getting GF2 and GoW2. Since like Parth said about PS3 games being mint all the time, GoW2 im kinda worried. Did you guys ever experience being able to pick the disc?
Whenever I've bought a game at EB, they've always let me sift through the discs and pick the best one. BBV will let you do this too. RP on the other hand seals their games. Some CSRs will let you break it open, others won't.

[jEnkinsX]

Whenever I've bought a game at EB, they've always let me sift through the discs and pick the best one. BBV will let you do this too. RP on the other hand seals their games. Some CSRs will let you break it open, others won't.

To be honest, my only worry is Gears of War 2. EB's around me have TONS and I'm just worried that I get one and RP doesn't take it and I'm stuck with it (since RP will open it for sure) and I don't even have a 360! I dunno what other 29.99 games @ EB I can get, PS3 pref, that qualifies. I guess I'll just really have to find a really good condition one

[La Fleur]

Is it me, or is this thread losing a lot of steam lately? Has everyone been banned at EB or something? :)

Speaking of bans, it's been a lot quieter without grappos13 posting. Haven't heard anything from balonis either, which is odd as he usually likes to brag about his scores. :D

Well, all the talk of banning, plus tivs falling like the leaves outside, it's not surprising this thread has cooled down. There are lots of games that still work for T3, but you have to dig a bit more to find these gems. Plus, FS has seemed to have made a big change in their tivs, so the desire to deal with them has dropped off. I'd think it will pick up a bit as people will want to get in on the new T2 plus X deal at EB this month.

[Stetson717]

I really feel cheated but more than anything I'm really upset with myself. I was at bestbuy today and found out that the Windsor store does indeed do trade-ins even though the website says otherwise. I had a few games that qualified for the t4g2. :(

Totally missed the boat on an awesome deal. :(

[Seken]

XBOX 360

COD4
HALO3

PS3

Uncharted 1: Drakes Fortune

All qualified for T3G1F At EB games

Total tiv was $37
I'm not sure of the breakdown though.

[easterclause]

Well, all the talk of banning, plus tivs falling like the leaves outside, it's not surprising this thread has cooled down. There are lots of games that still work for T3, but you have to dig a bit more to find these gems. Plus, FS has seemed to have made a big change in their tivs, so the desire to deal with them has dropped off. I'd think it will pick up a bit as people will want to get in on the new T2 plus X deal at EB this month.

I've only made a few posts here, but I don't anticipate making any more with TIVS for three-four months now because I have all the games I want preordered up to February 2010. Maybe others are the same.

[Sockbot]

October 25ish
XBOX360
EB Games
Street Fighter IV - $14.75

[mildlyaddicted]

November 4th - BBV
inFAMOUS $36

[Haz]

Futureshop

Little Big Planet PS3 - $26.50

[yousuf83]

Did anyone trade in FNR4 PS3 recently? I know the TIV was last updated Oct 31 at BBV and I'm going there tonight by default :D Just wondering if anyone did the trade but didn't post. Don't grappos me ;)

Seeing how the TIV went from 40 from a few weeks ago to 27 and now it sells for 40 new retail... it's best to do it now or never!

Thanks.

Yup!

November 4th @ FS
PS3
Fight Night Round 4 - $27.25

[Freckle Daddy]

Nov 4th @ EB

all 360

Gears of War 2 $7.25
GTA4 $8.00
Battlefield:BC $5.00

Did snag MUA PS3 for 5 bones though at BBV. Although the CSR was a little bummed, guess he wanted it too.

[GVRtrader]

To be honest, my only worry is Gears of War 2. EB's around me have TONS and I'm just worried that I get one and RP doesn't take it and I'm stuck with it (since RP will open it for sure) and I don't even have a 360! I dunno what other 29.99 games @ EB I can get, PS3 pref, that qualifies. I guess I'll just really have to find a really good condition one

Games under $30 that works for RP T2G1F

EB Games:
GF2 (both consoles)

RP
Xman Orgins (both console new or cheaper used... $29.99 vs 20.99)
L4D (17.49 used on 360)
RE4 (28)
(could go on as there are quite a few)
GF2 new 15 (both console, cheaper than used...), cant have any problems trading in new copies... just remember to open them first

[jEnkinsX]

Games under $30 that works for RP T2G1F

EB Games:
GF2 (both consoles)

RP
Xman Orgins (both console new or cheaper used... $29.99 vs 20.99)
L4D (17.49 used on 360)
RE4 (28)
(could go on as there are quite a few)
GF2 new 15 (both console, cheaper than used...), cant have any problems trading in new copies... just remember to open them first

Thanks man! :D

New GF2 @ RP is $15?! I'll check it out tomorrow. Thanks again

[easterclause]

To be honest, my only worry is Gears of War 2. EB's around me have TONS and I'm just worried that I get one and RP doesn't take it and I'm stuck with it (since RP will open it for sure) and I don't even have a 360! I dunno what other 29.99 games @ EB I can get, PS3 pref, that qualifies. I guess I'll just really have to find a really good condition one

Just confirm they are going to take it before they slit the wrap to examine the game. This almost happened to me at BBV, but the guy realized his mistake. It was a 15 dollar purchase for 30, thankfully, so no problems there.

[jeremy31]

Futureshop TIVS 11/04/09

Stormrise PS3 $8.40
Rise of the argonauts PS3 $17.99
Dawn of discovery Wii $8.40
Excitebots wii $18
The Bigs wii $7.50
UP wii $10.00
Klonoa wii $10.80
The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon wii $1.75

[dtrader69]

EB TIV

ps3 - smackdown vs raw 2010 - $40

[177a12k]

called EB today found out that

Stoked XBOX 360 - 5.75
WWE SMACKDOWN VS RAW 2009 (360) - 7.75

CASTLEVANIA JUDGEMENT(WII) - 5.75
OVERLORD(PS3) - 5.75

[La Fleur]

Ok, I found my list of tivs from earlier in the week for FS. I'm trying to find what titles work for their T3 for Dragon Age/Modern Warfare.

PS3
Afro - sub $9 - this is way down from $18 on tivs.ca, although it should come as no surprise

Wii
DK Barrel Blast - $6
DK Jungle Beat - $6
Gold's Gym - $2-3 . . . a weird value
Clone Wars Wii - $5 something . . . another weird one
Trauma Center New Blood - $6

All of these, with the exception of maybe Jungle Beat, were over $9 about a week ago. Looks like FS tanked a ton of $10-18 games in lieu of this promo. Definitely hard trying to find some fringe titles that'll work. Most of the ones that work are $20+

I have a Rise of Argo that will work, but I'm saving that for RP's L4Dead2 in a couple weeks. I'll continue to look for titles that'll work for FS's promo for anyone interested.

[crxmugen]

nov 4th, x360 rockband lego $27 @ EB

[La Fleur]

BBV

Fight Night 4 360 is $42!

Trade this puppy in before the value tanks. If it's 39.99 new at EB, I'd get in on this soon. Either way it's $39.99 at RV - 30%, so one could pick it up later. I'd like to pick it up again myself, especially once I have some Micro points to buy Evander Holyfield. But with NBA 2k10 out and an unopened Fifa 10 waiting for me, I think I won't have time for a third sports title.

[ChopSuey]

nov 4th, x360 rockband lego $27 @ EB

This game is going to tank very fast as all of the songs are exportable to Rock Band / Rock Band 2. Once you use to code to export, the game is pretty much worthless IMO.

[crxmugen]

This game is going to tank very fast as all of the songs are exportable to Rock Band / Rock Band 2. Once you use to code to export, the game is pretty much worthless IMO.

yes, but I'm still shocked it drops this fast in 1 day!

[RebelBC]

This game is going to tank very fast as all of the songs are exportable to Rock Band / Rock Band 2. Once you use to code to export, the game is pretty much worthless IMO.

Is it a common or a unique code ? If it's a common code, might as well rent it & export the songs to RB2.

[Jbently]

Is it a common or a unique code ? If it's a common code, might as well rent it & export the songs to RB2.

Unique. It's actually an insert that comes in the game which you redeem on a specified website for a token that you then redeem on Xbox Live or PSN.

[GVRtrader]

Ok, I found my list of tivs from earlier in the week for FS. I'm trying to find what titles work for their T3 for Dragon Age/Modern Warfare.

PS3
Afro - sub $9 - this is way down from $18 on tivs.ca, although it should come as no surprise

Wii
DK Barrel Blast - $6
DK Jungle Beat - $6
Gold's Gym - $2-3 . . . a weird value
Clone Wars Wii - $5 something . . . another weird one
Trauma Center New Blood - $6

All of these, with the exception of maybe Jungle Beat, were over $9 about a week ago. Looks like FS tanked a ton of $10-18 games in lieu of this promo. Definitely hard trying to find some fringe titles that'll work. Most of the ones that work are $20+

I have a Rise of Argo that will work, but I'm saving that for RP's L4Dead2 in a couple weeks. I'll continue to look for titles that'll work for FS's promo for anyone interested.

Actually its not tanking of value but rather the switching of system. In GVR, it seems like a lot of rep are being confused about how to do trade ins right now because FS is finally phasing out the web terminals (high value system that almost never dropped anything in value). I've seen quite a few reps wondering whats going on because their magic trade in link (for web terminal) are now gone and they got to ask for help (then they get told to click on associates, login, etc etc to use the other system). As a result, you will now be getting much lower values @ FS... from what i can see, lower than BB for most games. This makes FS basically the worst place to trade in games (at least if you are planning to buy + trade) because its hard to get any TIVs out of them by the phone (its hard to get them to answer!). Once the reps figure out the system, i guess it might go faster than 10-25 minutes per trade in... (once you're done, they need to phone the manager in for overwrite too...).

Its amazing how slow FS is at trading in games still (at least in GVR) and how much easier it is at BB already. Plus BB has, what seems to be, the best non-BBV TIVs right now (personally i avoid trading in @ BBV unless the TIV is quite a bit higher, can't trade in in Vancouver + most games come with rental boxes = not a good combination).

[baconape]

Are you sure LOTR:Conquest is $11.xx now? It dropped almost a dollar in less than a week for me at 2 different EBs here last week, and was right at $8 just a few days ago.

sorry.. no lotr was 8.00 on the nose. my wife was beaking at me to go mop the garbage and take out the floor, or somthing

[Vinman]

This game is going to tank very fast as all of the songs are exportable to Rock Band / Rock Band 2. Once you use to code to export, the game is pretty much worthless IMO.

And worthless both ways, as once the code is invalided, the used copy is fully crippled, much like those PSP download-only code games.

[jotg]

XBOX 360

COD4
HALO3

PS3

Uncharted 1: Drakes Fortune

All qualified for T3G1F At EB games

Total tiv was $37
I'm not sure of the breakdown though.

Unchartered 1 is still qualifying? Wow...

[ChopSuey]

Unique. It's actually an insert that comes in the game which you redeem on a specified website for a token that you then redeem on Xbox Live or PSN.

Because the code is unique, you would have to rent the game as soon as it was released in order to ensure the code hasn't been used by anyone else. Since the code is on a separate insert, most rental copies will not have the insert anyways since it is not a part of the manual.

[Captain Snazzypants]

Because the code is unique, you would have to rent the game as soon as it was released in order to ensure the code hasn't been used by anyone else. Since the code is on a separate insert, most rental copies will not have the insert anyways since it is not a part of the manual.

I don't get how something like this can even be a rental item then. It sounds like physical distribution of unique content which can't be the case. Doesn't make sense...

[ChopSuey]

I don't get how something like this can even be a rental item then. It sounds like physical distribution of unique content which can't be the case. Doesn't make sense...

Exactly. It's the same with Band Hero that just came out. That game comes with a unique code that is used to export 61 of the 65 songs to Guitar Hero 5. What's really odd is that it only costs 400 MS points to export the 61 songs! Unlike Lego RB, the code is on the back of the manual, but it's a unique code. Once it's used, the game is worthless.

[rocking23nf]

I gotta disagree with you guys about lego rock band. I bought it yesterday, Its a fun game on its own, if you like rock band 2, you will like lego rock band. For someone like me who isnt in to heavier metal or heavier rock, Lego rock band is great. Its not kiddie music as i once thought, its more like "radio rock".

Anyways I traded in the following

XBOX
Batman AA, 22$
Star ocean 4, 19$

[ChopSuey]

I gotta disagree with you guys about lego rock band. I bought it yesterday, Its a fun game on its own, if you like rock band 2, you will like lego rock band. For someone like me who isnt in to heavier metal or heavier rock, Lego rock band is great. Its not kiddie music as i once thought, its more like "radio rock".


I'm not saying the game is bad or anything, what I mean by "worthless" is with regards to trading or selling the game. EB/BBV/RP are going to know that the unique codes were used when you try to trade or sell the game, and the TIV will sink because of this.

[Squeeky]

Once it's used, the game is worthless.

Useless to somebody that wants the songs in RB2. For families that only care about playing the Lego game together it may not matter. You have to remember that members of this forum are more tech savy than the average Joe who probably has no clue what or how to "import".

[LIVE DEREK]

sorry.. no lotr was 8.00 on the nose. my wife was beaking at me to go mop the garbage and take out the floor, or somthing


I hate mopping garbage. I think that I will stay happily unmarried.

[tietherope]

I just got an email from BB saying they will be open at midnight for the launch of Modern Warfare 2. It also said "trade 2 select games and get Modern Warfare 2 for free" but being on a Blackberry I can't see the details?

Could anyone find and post them? Could require a new topic if hot enough.

I also see BB now has some TIVs listed online.

[yoda12320]

Believe Min $9.00 TIV looks like bestbuy standard now unlike ebgames which takes 8 min TIV alot better then the Rogers T2GF b/c of more choices avaliable to use over rogers since set list. :)

[PR0BLEMZ]

I just got an email from BB saying they will be open at midnight for the launch of Modern Warfare 2. It also said "trade 2 select games and get Modern Warfare 2 for free" but being on a Blackberry I can't see the details?

Could anyone find and post them? Could require a new topic if hot enough.

I also see BB now has some TIVs listed online.

Anyone confirm this ? If true Ill head to BB right now ! haha

[yoda12320]

http://content.mkt41.net/mson/2009/11/05/WZkNxt89Gqoy/index.html

Bottom Right! :)

[PR0BLEMZ]

http://content.mkt41.net/mson/2009/11/05/WZkNxt89Gqoy/index.html

Bottom Right! :)

Good stuff ! Thanks.
More here
http://www.bestbuy.ca/mw2/default.asp?logon=&langid=EN&CMP=EMC-email_special_promo

Free four pack of monster energy drink for the first 75 customers :)
Woot ! Going to come in handy to keep me awake the whole night haha.

[ESO]

EB TIVS Nov 5, 2009

Wii

MadWorld = $8.50
Mario KART = $18.50
Redsident Evil Umbrella Chronicles = $6.75
House of the Dead Overkill = $7

PS3

Genji Days of the Blade = $2.75

[Lone_Prodigy]

EB TIVS Nov 5, 2009

Wii

MadWorld = $8.50
Mario KART = $18.50
Redsident Evil Umbrella Chronicles = $6.75
House of the Dead Overkill = $7

PS3

Genji Days of the Blade = $2.75

So glad I traded this in last week for $11. Used copies are $24.99 so I was certain it would tank soon.

[loonieryan]

November 4th - BBV
inFAMOUS $36

That's the TIV for inFamous at BBV? Just called EB and they said $20.25.

[smuPoker]

YMMV I guess, but the EB that I have MW2 preordered at is doing a midnight launch.

[MissPrissy]

EBGames:

Wii Animal Crossing City Folk - $13.75

[Longobongo]

Canceled my 89.99 hardened edition preorder @ EB for a 49.99 regular edition @ BB, I figured its not worth the extra 40 for a steel case/artbook and DLC game I'll never play.

[N64]

Anyone try trading in GTA4 at EB lately? sorry for asking but my local EB doesn't give TIVs over the phone and I'm too lz to go if it doesn't work lol

[lemailme]

Wow, your parents must be so proud.

Yea thats pretty weak

[Freckle Daddy]

Anyone try trading in GTA4 at EB lately? sorry for asking but my local EB doesn't give TIVs over the phone and I'm too lz to go if it doesn't work lol

It was $8.00 for me last night for the 360.

[jEnkinsX]

Yea thats pretty weak

Sorry guys. Didn't mean to disappoint. Well I just thought since it's for rent and they give you the manual someone is bound to do it anyways. Sorry RFD

[Jbently]

Sorry guys. Didn't mean to disappoint. Well I just thought since it's for rent and they give you the manual someone is bound to do it anyways. Sorry RFD

Last I checked, EB wasn't renting games...

[GVRtrader]

Last I checked, EB wasn't renting games...

Plan isn't to rent it i think. EB keeps their manual in the cases for used games so im guessing his plan is to write down each manual code for every used copy he finds.

[TheHeeyyy]

Futureshop
F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin (PS3): $9
F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin (360): $5
Super Smash Bros Brawl (Wii): $30
Super Mario Galaxy (Wii): $30
Mario Party 8 (Wii): $22.50

Blockbuster
F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin (PS3/360): $15
Animal Crossing: City Folk (Wii): $17.50
Mario Party 8 (Wii): $5 (really surprised by that)

Rogers Plus
F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin (PS3/360): $8.25

[La Fleur]

Futureshop
F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin (PS3): $9
F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin (360): $5
Super Smash Bros Brawl (Wii): $30
Super Mario Galaxy (Wii): $30
Mario Party 8 (Wii): $22.50

Blockbuster
F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin (PS3/360): $15
Animal Crossing: City Folk (Wii): $17.50
Mario Party 8 (Wii): $5 (really surprised by that)

Rogers Plus
F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin (PS3/360): $8.25


Looks like the competitors caught wind of EB/Source's FEAR 2 price drop. Really, really sad. The game is solid, would never have predicted it would tank this hard.

tiv update

DK Barrel Blast: BBV: still $1
RV: $2.25 or 2.75

[elty]

EB:
360 Rock Band 2: $20
PS3 HAWX: $12.5

[easterclause]

BBV November 5
Up (Wii) - 18
L4D (360 - 30
(both Most Wanted titles)

So, I went to Rogers Plus, bought two Ups (Wii) for 9 bucks each and Left 4 Dead for 17 bucks. After tax: 40.

Went to Blockbuster, the guy scans Up, says it's worth 18. I asked the guy "will you take 2", and show him the second. He just looks at me and says "did you just buy these to trade in?"
"Yeah a couple of days ago."
"Miiiike! *looks at MOD* can we take two games?"
"What's the trade in price?"
"18"
"What do we sell them for?"
"34.99"
"How many do we have in stock?"
"1 trade, 1 rental, 1 previously used" --> meaning they'd in all likelihood sold the 3 I'd previously dropped off.
"Ok we'll take it but...yeah...."
Me: "I'm just trying to save up for something big, the DJ Hero Renegade Edition"
"Oh I see. Yeah we've just had problems in the past with people. Like at EbGames, they had a sale on Quake Enemy Territory and we've been stuck with them ever since."

I empathized, since that IS a ****** deal, but reiterated that the titles I was selling (as he'd mentioned) were worth good money since Up is coming out on DVD and Bluray and L4D is having a sequel released.

Spent 40 bucks at RP after tax, got 6 points, went to Blockbuster, turned it into 66, leaving me with 239 credit at BBV.

Walked out into the snowy night with DJ Hero Renegade Edition and 1$ on my BBV card. That's talent.

[HoneyBunch360]

TIVs today at Future Shop:

(xbox) Batman Arkham Asylum: $20.00
(xbox) Blaz Blue: $26.50
(xbox) NFS Shift: $27.60

[Captain Snazzypants]

Futureshop
F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin (PS3): $9
F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin (360): $5
Super Smash Bros Brawl (Wii): $30
Super Mario Galaxy (Wii): $30
Mario Party 8 (Wii): $22.50

Blockbuster
F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin (PS3/360): $15
Animal Crossing: City Folk (Wii): $17.50
Mario Party 8 (Wii): $5 (really surprised by that)

Rogers Plus
F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin (PS3/360): $8.25

Mario Party 8 is a $35 Most Wanted TIV title at Rogers Plus...

Ok I'm sorry :( I have an RP one rented. I went to a BBV yesterday and wrote 2 down. I can't justify what I did. And I'm sorry. I didn't go to EB coz those are for sale and someone will get buy that. I went to BBV coz its for rent. And its owned by BBV. I can't really say anything to make this look good. But I apologize to the RFD community for doing this.

No need to apologize to anyone here. Hopefully this is a learning experience for you. There are some real characters on RFD, but people are pretty straight about the serious stuff.

And consider yourself lucky to be hearing this here and now instead of in the back of a cruiser someday when your future prospects take a real hit due to some petty theft. What you do (or choose not to do) next is up to you dude...;)

[zoro69]

Eb has brutal legend NHL `10 and shift in the flyer new for $45. I could use the $70 from game guarantee shift, buy it back new...and almoat get 2 of the 3 games traded in back too...

A lot of the trade in fodder ones have tanked in price, 360 dead space bioshock, otr conquest, pro street at $15.

I could buy back the 4 I traded in 2 BB for $68. Tomb raider is $10 there, still $30 at eb.

Exchanged my 2 $70 games for 2 $60 ones, didnt get the difference. Oh well, didnt feel so bad when seeing brutal legend is $45 already anyway.

[jEnkinsX]

No need to apologize to anyone here. Hopefully this is a learning experience for you. There are some real characters on RFD, but people are pretty straight about the serious stuff.

And consider yourself lucky to be hearing this here and now instead of in the back of a cruiser someday when your future prospects take a real hit due to some petty theft. What you do (or choose not to do) next is up to you dude...;)

I'll apologize anyways to eveyone. RFD has given me very good deals thanks to you guys. And I don't like the hate I'm getting. I shouldn't have done what I did and now I know it was wrong. I won't do it again. I guess the fact that I get cheap games thru here, I should just get the game if I really like it.

Sorry again

[Keiki]

Futureshop
F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin (PS3): $9
F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin (360): $5
Super Smash Bros Brawl (Wii): $30
Super Mario Galaxy (Wii): $30
Mario Party 8 (Wii): $22.50

Blockbuster
F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin (PS3/360): $15
Animal Crossing: City Folk (Wii): $17.50
Mario Party 8 (Wii): $5 (really surprised by that)

Rogers Plus
F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin (PS3/360): $8.25

Shame on FEAR 2... was actually going to drive to a distant FS to see what the tiv would be, thanks for posting it.

Btw, BB tiv for it is only $8.

[shezbot]

Can't remember exact TIVs but dollar value is exact (cents part forgotten):

<EB Games>
Boom Blox: Bash Party (Wii) $3.something
Excitebots: Trick Racing (Wii) $8.something
Resident Evil Archives: RE1 (Wii) $11.something
Ghostbusters (Wii) $10.something
Tiger Woods 08 (Wii) $3.something

[TheHeeyyy]

Mario Party 8 is a $35 Most Wanted TIV title at Rogers Plus...

Are you sure their most wanted list is up-to-date? Batman: Arkham Asylum is listed with a TIV of $35 on their most wanted list, but it's been stated that it actually goes for $22.50 there. Mario Party 8 sells for $20 there with their used games promo, and I'm doubtful they'll let another repeat of the Batman: Arkham Asylum trade-in cycle occur.

[Matryx]

Did the T3G1F at EB today. Here's are games I used:

PS3 - Gran Turismo 5: Prologue [$9.50 TIV]
X360 - Rainbow Six: Vegas 2 [$8.50 TIV]
($17.99-30% @ Rogers)
X360 - Lord of the Rings: Conquest [$8.50 TIV]
($14.99 @ EB)

[mahjongmaniac]

Strange that Gears 2 have dropped much faster than Gears 1. Then again, the selling price have dropped faster too.

recall that BB had GOW2 on sale for $20 (i think FS PMed it too)

price drop was inevitable

BB underwent a TIV drop shortly after the 1st wk of their T4G2F promo... ~$23 --> <$9
i'm assuming lots of RFDers traded in their copies bought at $20 or less

[awworld]

wii legend of zelda tp
eb = $15.40
fs = $37.00

[mahjongmaniac]

Do you honestly think thats the best idea in the world? Especially since EVERY transaction is recorded on your account. Any employee at any RP store (given your card) can look up every single transaction you've ever made. Hell, I've lost a few receipts before and tried to return games, they just look it up in my history and do it for me.

every single transaction you've made at the store, and at that store only
AFAIK, one store can't check your history for other stores

course, that doesn't mean RP HO can't see everything

------

Whenever I've bought a game at EB, they've always let me sift through the discs and pick the best one. BBV will let you do this too. RP on the other hand seals their games. Some CSRs will let you break it open, others won't.

i've never had a problem asking a CSR to open up PPed games prior to purchasing to look at disc condition

the only thing is, if you ask to open some 10+ games, they may start getting annoyed b/c they'll have to re-seal/shrink wrap again for all the games that you decide against purchasing

[adDiction]

Hey guys I thought I saw someone post this offer on here somewhere. I looked on BBV's site but I don't see it. Can anyone confirm this is an offer. I'm wondering if I could trade MS:pacific rift and Ratchet and Clank Future tools for this. TIVs.ca seems to should descent value on these. ...If you have a link for the offer please post. Thanks :cheesygri

[alwaysbuylow]

Are you sure their most wanted list is up-to-date? Batman: Arkham Asylum is listed with a TIV of $35 on their most wanted list, but it's been stated that it actually goes for $22.50 there. Mario Party 8 sells for $20 there with their used games promo, and I'm doubtful they'll let another repeat of the Batman: Arkham Asylum trade-in cycle occur.

Yes, Mario Party 8 is in November's Most Wanted List with a TIV of $35.

[mahjongmaniac]

Hey guys I thought I saw someone post this offer on here somewhere. I looked on BBV's site but I don't see it. Can anyone confirm this is an offer. I'm wondering if I could trade MS:pacific rift and Ratchet and Clank Future tools for this. TIVs.ca seems to should descent value on these. ...If you have a link for the offer please post. Thanks :cheesygri

BBV? not sure about them (unlikely since they haven't had trade promos for a while now)

BB however has some T2GIF promo as per what's advertised on their website: http://www.bestbuy.ca/mw2/default.asp

http://www.bestbuy.ca/marketing/codmw2/images/cont_2.jpg

but notice *select games*... chances are, it's the high TIV games on their most-wanted listed

-------

Yes, Mario Party 8 is in November's Most Wanted List with a TIV of $35.

it's been $35 for the past few mths

IIRC, it was only $30 for the 1st couple mths when they started their TI program back in the summer... and then in the fall they bumped up the TIV ot $35

[ChopSuey]

Plan isn't to rent it i think. EB keeps their manual in the cases for used games so im guessing his plan is to write down each manual code for every used copy he finds.

There are some EB locations that still remove the discs from new releases and put the cases up on display with the manual inside. If I were to buy a new game and found out the code was already used, I would be pissed.

btw, i think some eb's know about you and you might be flagged. cuz out of curiousity i asked if they knew you (i know who you are cuz i was behind you in line when you traded in your sealed gears of war 2 for the t4g2 at best buy with your gf lol)

Are you stalking RFDers? I think a lot of people on here are getting a little scared. :lol:

And consider yourself lucky to be hearing this here and now instead of in the back of a cruiser someday when your future prospects take a real hit due to some petty theft. What you do (or choose not to do) next is up to you dude...;)

You sound like one of those cheesy actors who does after school specials. :)

hack...balonis is now earning my respect.
stealing codes is just low.

Balonis returning games during the Best Buy T4G2F promo for gift cards is almost just as bad IMO.

[miladvm]

balonis returning games during the best buy t4g2f promo for gift cards is almost just as bad imo.

+1

[balonis]

-1

+1

[Captain Snazzypants]

You sound like one of those cheesy actors who does after school specials. :)


Hi, I'm Troy McSnazzypants. You may remember me from such after school specials as "Keep your pants on, this is a schoolyard" and "Two leftists don't make a right"... :cheesygri

[ChopSuey]

+1

-1

= Zero!!! What do I win?? :D

Hi, I'm Troy McSnazzypants. You may remember me from such after school specials as "Keep your pants on, this is a schoolyard" and "Two leftists don't make a right"... :cheesygri

Can I have your autograph? :lol:

[baconape]

I'll apologize anyways to eveyone. RFD has given me very good deals thanks to you guys. And I don't like the hate I'm getting. I shouldn't have done what I did and now I know it was wrong. I won't do it again. I guess the fact that I get cheap games thru here, I should just get the game if I really like it.

Sorry again

WOW this got kinda awkward, its like dad just hit mom at the dinner table and the kids are being told to eat and pretend nothing happened.

"just eat your noodles grappos; mommys ok, daddys sorry he stole all those codes and smacked mommy"

(in memory of poor grappos, lets hope the ban ends soon)

[boondock]

Went to BBV traded the following:

Fable 2- 35
Uncharted 2- 40

Picked up:
PoP (PS3)
C&C: KW (360)
SPYBORG (Wii)
SW: FU (360)

Went to EB:
PoP- 8.25
C&C- 4.25 (thought it worked..:evil: )
SPYBORG- 8.50
SW:FU- 11.25

They got bumped and the wife got the new CSI, waiting for her to beat it (Yes, she does it for the easy Achievement points) and then take it BBV and get another two games and go get Dragon Age from EB before the extra DL stuff is gone.
Also I guess you could say I have a good relationship with the CSR at my store (I know them all by name and we conversate about all things VG), they make suggestions on games I could use for t3g1f and never have a problem cancelling or switching an order. I say this because when I was at EB and talking to the CSR (which is the AM) and he went on to say that it is at the discretion of EACH individual CSR at EACH EB to do what they want when it comes to a customers account (Calling HQ for suspicioustion of an account, denie/accept games, cancel/switch pre-order, allow a pre-order of a game not on the list). So I guess it all depends on the CSR and how you interact with them on a daily basis. Maybe I'm wrong, and yes a CSR could be rude from the get and your screwed no matter what. Im just saying that this doesn't happen at all EB's, especially the one I go to do all my deals, b/c I should have been flagged a long time ago b/c Im sure they know I bring in the same game a couple times a month when I do a t3g1f.

[Captain Snazzypants]

We to BBV traded the following:

Fable 2- 35
Uncharted 2- 40


One year down the road and Fable II is still getting $35 at BBV? I may go for that instead of holding onto my copy for RP T2G1F...

[Kwamz]

Batman: AA (PS3) at BBV is 30

[wazabi]

SF4 @ EB 14
Resident Evil @ EB 13
Rockband 2 @EB 11

[boondock]

SF4 @ EB 14
Resident Evil @ EB 13
Rockband 2 @EB 11

what system? is RE, RE 5?

[Setz]

Do you have to have pre-ordered MW2 at BBV to get that pack of energy drank? I'll go just for the drank

[La Fleur]

Went to BBV traded the following:

Fable 2- 35
Uncharted 2- 40

Picked up:
PoP (PS3)
C&C: KW (360)
SPYBORG (Wii)
SW: FU (360)

Went to EB:
PoP- 8.25
C&C- 4.25 (thought it worked..:evil: )
SPYBORG- 8.50
SW:FU- 11.25

They got bumped and the wife got the new CSI, waiting for her to beat it (Yes, she does it for the easy Achievement points) and then take it BBV and get another two games and go get Dragon Age from EB before the extra DL stuff is gone.
Also I guess you could say I have a good relationship with the CSR at my store (I know them all by name and we conversate about all things VG), they make suggestions on games I could use for t3g1f and never have a problem cancelling or switching an order. I say this because when I was at EB and talking to the CSR (which is the AM) and he went on to say that it is at the discretion of EACH individual CSR at EACH EB to do what they want when it comes to a customers account (Calling HQ for suspicioustion of an account, denie/accept games, cancel/switch pre-order, allow a pre-order of a game not on the list). So I guess it all depends on the CSR and how you interact with them on a daily basis. Maybe I'm wrong, and yes a CSR could be rude from the get and your screwed no matter what. Im just saying that this doesn't happen at all EB's, especially the one I go to do all my deals, b/c I should have been flagged a long time ago b/c Im sure they know I bring in the same game a couple times a month when I do a t3g1f.

A nice uplifting story to kick off the weekend, thanks! Yea, I've found that some stores look at you sideways if they see you more than once a month, while others are like "come back tomorrow, dude/dudette!" It really does hinge on the CSR's at each EB and it seems that some follow things to a tee and wear the policy on their sleeve like its their code of ethics, while others welcome the friendly chatter and trade bait since they don't see any harm in it. It also varies on region I think. Vancouver seems to have some hardcore CSRs who have a hate on for traders, Toronto too. But, if you're Atlantic Canada, not too many stories coming out from yonder. Besides, when I was in that part of Canada a few years back, most of the people were laid back and friendly . . . maybe the EB's are more relaxed out there?

Also, Fable 2 $35 at BBV . . . that sounds off, I don't think it sells for that much there. Must be on most wanted list.

[Haz]

A nice uplifting story to kick off the weekend, thanks! Yea, I've found that some stores look at you sideways if they see you more than once a month, while others are like "come back tomorrow, dude/dudette!" It really does hinge on the CSR's at each EB and it seems that some follow things to a tee and wear the policy on their sleeve like its their code of ethics, while others welcome the friendly chatter and trade bait since they don't see any harm in it. It also varies on region I think. Vancouver seems to have some hardcore CSRs who have a hate on for traders, Toronto too. But, if you're Atlantic Canada, not too many stories coming out from yonder. Besides, when I was in that part of Canada a few years back, most of the people were laid back and friendly . . . maybe the EB's are more relaxed out there?

Also, Fable 2 $35 at BBV . . . that sounds off, I don't think it sells for that much there. Must be on most wanted list.Obviously, those are the wrong stores, like Lougheed. I stick to a few I know are good.

[muns786]

Today @ EB
PS3

Uncharted 2 - $35
Burnout Paradise - $5
SOCOM - $2.50

[Captain Snazzypants]

A nice uplifting story to kick off the weekend, thanks! Yea, I've found that some stores look at you sideways if they see you more than once a month, while others are like "come back tomorrow, dude/dudette!" It really does hinge on the CSR's at each EB and it seems that some follow things to a tee and wear the policy on their sleeve like its their code of ethics, while others welcome the friendly chatter and trade bait since they don't see any harm in it. It also varies on region I think. Vancouver seems to have some hardcore CSRs who have a hate on for traders, Toronto too. But, if you're Atlantic Canada, not too many stories coming out from yonder. Besides, when I was in that part of Canada a few years back, most of the people were laid back and friendly . . . maybe the EB's are more relaxed out there?

Also, Fable 2 $35 at BBV . . . that sounds off, I don't think it sells for that much there. Must be on most wanted list.

tivs.ca shows $30 as of 10/31/2009 so it is a bit of a puzzler. Then again, these are the same nut-bars that were giving $30 TIV for UP while it rotted on their shelves at $29.99...:razz:

[La Fleur]

FS

Eat Lead PS3 - 8.40

no longer qualifies for T3 at FS, was 9 at BB last week, so could work for modern warfare t2 deal

[La Fleur]

tivs.ca shows $30 as of 10/31/2009 so it is a bit of a puzzler. Then again, these are the same nut-bars that were giving $30 TIV for UP while it rotted on their shelves at $29.99...:razz:

Hehe . . . I remember when I traded mine in the CSR noticed buyback was same as selling price and was like "meh" Definitely some interesting tactics they use, but I think like RP, they set their most wanted up months before and then don't account for price drops.

[Setz]

Obviously, those are the wrong stores, like Lougheed. I stick to a few I know are good.

Definitely the wrong stores. EB employees benefit from traders for reasons I've explained some 1000000000000000 posts back.

[ChopSuey]

FS

Eat Lead PS3 - 8.40

no longer qualifies for T3 at FS, was 9 at BB last week, so could work for modern warfare t2 deal

I thought the min TIV for the MW2 T2 deal was $15.00. :confused:

[La Fleur]

I thought the min TIV for the MW2 T2 deal was $15.00. :confused:

At Best Buy? I thought we were still assuming it was 9, like last months?

[Acid_]

WOW this got kinda awkward, its like dad just hit mom at the dinner table and the kids are being told to eat and pretend nothing happened.

"just eat your noodles grappos; mommys ok, daddys sorry he stole all those codes and smacked mommy"

(in memory of poor grappos, lets hope the ban ends soon)

LOL BTW grappos signed up at CheapAssGamer and is in the Canada section.

Went to BBV traded the following:

Fable 2- 35
Uncharted 2- 40

Picked up:
PoP (PS3)
C&C: KW (360)
SPYBORG (Wii)
SW: FU (360)

Went to EB:
PoP- 8.25
C&C- 4.25 (thought it worked..:evil: )
SPYBORG- 8.50
SW:FU- 11.25

They got bumped and the wife got the new CSI, waiting for her to beat it (Yes, she does it for the easy Achievement points) and then take it BBV and get another two games and go get Dragon Age from EB before the extra DL stuff is gone.
Also I guess you could say I have a good relationship with the CSR at my store (I know them all by name and we conversate about all things VG), they make suggestions on games I could use for t3g1f and never have a problem cancelling or switching an order. I say this because when I was at EB and talking to the CSR (which is the AM) and he went on to say that it is at the discretion of EACH individual CSR at EACH EB to do what they want when it comes to a customers account (Calling HQ for suspicioustion of an account, denie/accept games, cancel/switch pre-order, allow a pre-order of a game not on the list). So I guess it all depends on the CSR and how you interact with them on a daily basis. Maybe I'm wrong, and yes a CSR could be rude from the get and your screwed no matter what. Im just saying that this doesn't happen at all EB's, especially the one I go to do all my deals, b/c I should have been flagged a long time ago b/c Im sure they know I bring in the same game a couple times a month when I do a t3g1f.

Wow EB corporate really doesn't care about customer service. So my account and treatment is at the discretion of a 20 year old kid who asks me what system I want to preorder it for when I preorder Halo.


A nice uplifting story to kick off the weekend, thanks! Yea, I've found that some stores look at you sideways if they see you more than once a month, while others are like "come back tomorrow, dude/dudette!" It really does hinge on the CSR's at each EB and it seems that some follow things to a tee and wear the policy on their sleeve like its their code of ethics, while others welcome the friendly chatter and trade bait since they don't see any harm in it. It also varies on region I think. Vancouver seems to have some hardcore CSRs who have a hate on for traders, Toronto too. But, if you're Atlantic Canada, not too many stories coming out from yonder. Besides, when I was in that part of Canada a few years back, most of the people were laid back and friendly . . . maybe the EB's are more relaxed out there?

Also, Fable 2 $35 at BBV . . . that sounds off, I don't think it sells for that much there. Must be on most wanted list.

Yeah Vancouver's got some real stinkers. There are a few like Lougheed that I just won't go to anymore. I discourage friends and family from giving them business too. Then on the other side of the spectrum there is one that I like going to but one of the clerks started giving me the fresh-eye in a very obvious way. I have a wedding ring on?!? And I was looking kind of scruffy that day. I think she caught me ogling her lady lumps one time. I try to be discrete, I really do, but man they were just...out there. Anyway now I'm hesitant to go there.

Obviously, those are the wrong stores, like Lougheed. I stick to a few I know are good.

Which Vancouver ones do you classify as good?

[Setz]

Obviously, those are the wrong stores, like Lougheed. I stick to a few I know are good.

Weren't you shot in the back of the head and then burnt alive?

[TheGamer2400]

LOL BTW grappos signed up at CheapAssGamer and is in the Canada section.

I haven't visited this thread in a while, so why did grappos get banned on here for?

[easterclause]

I thought I was going to turn 45 bucks into 100 at BBV, but it didn't work out that way...

2XThe Bigs 2 (Wii) - 20 each
1XBash Party (Wii) - 20
and one more game that was only 7 bucks at Rogers that BBV took 17.50 for, so I turned 45 into 77. Still not bad but I was expecting more, since Bigs 2 and Bash Party are on their Most Wanted titles list. Balls...:mad:

[TheHeeyyy]

Futureshop

Animal Crossing: City Folk (Wii): $20.00
Mario Party 8 (Wii): $22.50
Super Mario Galaxy (Wii): $30
The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess (Wii): $37
Guitar Hero: Metallica (Wii): $20
Mario Kart Wii (Wii): $30

[shynky]

fight night 4 for xbox 360 is worth 42 bucks trade in at blockbuster.

[easterclause]

fight night 4 for xbox 360 is worth 42 bucks trade in at blockbuster.

I was considering buying 4 of these at Rogers...they were 40 each plus tax (45), but at thirty percent off, you'd only be paying about 31, giving you 11 bucks more at BBV, but in the end it wasn't good enough for me.

[Haz]

Then on the other side of the spectrum there is one that I like going to but one of the clerks started giving me the fresh-eye in a very obvious way. I have a wedding ring on?!? And I was looking kind of scruffy that day. I think she caught me ogling her lady lumps one time. I try to be discrete, I really do, but man they were just...out there. Anyway now I'm hesitant to go there.Now which store would that be? :lol

Which Vancouver ones do you classify as good?The Rise and Queensborough Landing are the ones I think are good. There are a few other decent ones I think but I don't ever get out to them like South Surrey.

Weren't you shot in the back of the head and then burnt alive?o.O

BTW, I doubt many people would survive a shot in the back of the head long enough to be burnt alive.

[minuterice]

Are you sure their most wanted list is up-to-date? Batman: Arkham Asylum is listed with a TIV of $35 on their most wanted list, but it's been stated that it actually goes for $22.50 there. Mario Party 8 sells for $20 there with their used games promo, and I'm doubtful they'll let another repeat of the Batman: Arkham Asylum trade-in cycle occur.

not sure what the batman mistake was but yes, mario party, madden 10, tiger 10, super smash brothers, and rockband beatles all for wii are allsold for 20 by rogers and can be traded back in for 35. so they have 5 games right now that can be bought and traded back in for almost double what you payed. not sure if there are other games but those are the 5 i know of and have tried all 5 so they are for sure 35. one was 31.50 cause it was scratched up a bit but since it only cost me 20 i wasnt gonna argue.

[easterclause]

not sure what the batman mistake was but yes, mario party, madden 10, tiger 10, super smash brothers, and rockband beatles all for wii are allsold for 20 by rogers and can be traded back in for 35. so they have 5 games right now that can be bought and traded back in for almost double what you payed. not sure if there are other games but those are the 5 i know of and have tried all 5 so they are for sure 35. one was 31.50 cause it was scratched up a bit but since it only cost me 20 i wasnt gonna argue.

Really? I didn't see some of those titles at Rogers today, maybe someone beat me to the punch. I should go back. Thanks for the tip, there's two Rogers within ten minutes of me, I'll visit the good one, buy them there, and trade them in at the ****** one.

[Acid_]

I haven't visited this thread in a while, so why did grappos get banned on here for?


Word is that he wrote something in a BST post for GH3. We don't know what exactly.


The Rise and Queensborough Landing are the ones I think are good. There are a few other decent ones I think but I don't ever get out to them like South Surrey.


Yeah Queensborough is pretty good. I've never been to the Rise. One thing is when you frequent several EBs you feel this anonymity going between them. It's like a fresh experience every time. But sometimes they share staff between EBs and you feel this sort of wave of loserdom come over you when staff from one EB recognize you at another EB. It's not the end of the world, but it's not a moment where you burst with pride and hold you head high either.

That's why someone said several pages ago, when Balonis was boasting about some special trading power, that the special power really isn't the ability to shift games from store to store. It's the ability to not feel like a loser when doing it in the volumes necessary to get $1000s in TIC.

[boondock]

Wow EB corporate really doesn't care about customer service. So my account and treatment is at the discretion of a 20 year old kid who asks me what system I want to preorder it for when I preorder Halo.






Basically..unless the 20 year old is the Asst.M or Manger I guess

[Acid_]

not sure what the batman mistake was but yes, mario party, madden 10, tiger 10, super smash brothers, and rockband beatles all for wii are allsold for 20 by rogers and can be traded back in for 35. so they have 5 games right now that can be bought and traded back in for almost double what you payed. not sure if there are other games but those are the 5 i know of and have tried all 5 so they are for sure 35. one was 31.50 cause it was scratched up a bit but since it only cost me 20 i wasnt gonna argue.

I don't think they'll have any of those at my rogers, but I'll check and let you guy know if there's anything good there.

[boondock]

Also, Fable 2 $35 at BBV . . . that sounds off, I don't think it sells for that much there. Must be on most wanted list.

The BBV I was as had two collectors editions for 44.99, so the regular ed that I traded wouldn't be that much less.

[boondock]

Acid, I agree you with on policies being in place...funny story, the same AM CSR and I got into a tiff about a year ago b/c he sold me a used copy of madden 09 CE but it was just the madden 09 CE disc and in one of their cases. He didn't offer me a warrenty and forgot to put a sticker on it. I went to BBV and found a original madden copy with the cover and manual for five dollars less, so I took the game back, we argued for a few minutes and he didn't want to anymore and refunded my money. But somewhere down the line we conversated and that seems to be water under the brigde now, b/c he could screw me anytime if he held a grudge.

[coldpower27]

Eb has brutal legend NHL `10 and shift in the flyer new for $45. I could use the $70 from game guarantee shift, buy it back new...and almoat get 2 of the 3 games traded in back too...

A lot of the trade in fodder ones have tanked in price, 360 dead space bioshock, otr conquest, pro street at $15.

I could buy back the 4 I traded in 2 BB for $68. Tomb raider is $10 there, still $30 at eb.

Exchanged my 2 $70 games for 2 $60 ones, didnt get the difference. Oh well, didnt feel so bad when seeing brutal legend is $45 already anyway.

Wow, I better get to an EB tomorrow for this...

[GVRtrader]

Word is that he wrote something in a BST post for GH3. We don't know what exactly.



Yeah Queensborough is pretty good. I've never been to the Rise. One thing is when you frequent several EBs you feel this anonymity going between them. It's like a fresh experience every time. But sometimes they share staff between EBs and you feel this sort of wave of loserdom come over you when staff from one EB recognize you at another EB. It's not the end of the world, but it's not a moment where you burst with pride and hold you head high either.

That's why someone said several pages ago, when Balonis was boasting about some special trading power, that the special power really isn't the ability to shift games from store to store. It's the ability to not feel like a loser when doing it in the volumes necessary to get $1000s in TIC.

It has to be in the trader manual to not have a EB edge card with $1000+!!! Anything more than say $300 starts raising alerts as a normal gamer wouldn't normally have close to that much.

[Acid_]

I don't think they'll have any of those at my rogers, but I'll check and let you guy know if there's anything good there.

The best thing I saw was Wii Sports Resort for $54.99 @ 50% would be $27.99. I assume it comes with the Wii Motion plus, but I didn't ask.


Acid, I agree you with on policies being in place...funny story, the same AM CSR and I got into a tiff about a year ago b/c he sold me a used copy of madden 09 CE but it was just the madden 09 CE disc and in one of their cases. He didn't offer me a warrenty and forgot to put a sticker on it. I went to BBV and found a original madden copy with the cover and manual for five dollars less, so I took the game back, we argued for a few minutes and he didn't want to anymore and refunded my money. But somewhere down the line we conversated and that seems to be water under the brigde now, b/c he could screw me anytime if he held a grudge.

Let's hope the guy stays cool with you :)

[easterclause]

Went to Merivale Rogers. They had Left 4 Dead for 24.99, 30% off + 10$ in star points got that down to...what, 9.99? Traded that at Blockbuster for 30.00.

BBV
Bigs 2 (PS3) - 5.00
L4D - 30.00

[dorje]

TIV @ BBV
Ghostbusters PS3 - $30
Shaun White Snow Boarding PS3 - $7
Raving Rabbid Tv Party WII - $10.

[easterclause]

not sure what the batman mistake was but yes, mario party, madden 10, tiger 10, super smash brothers, and rockband beatles all for wii are allsold for 20 by rogers and can be traded back in for 35. so they have 5 games right now that can be bought and traded back in for almost double what you payed. not sure if there are other games but those are the 5 i know of and have tried all 5 so they are for sure 35. one was 31.50 cause it was scratched up a bit but since it only cost me 20 i wasnt gonna argue.

I went to two Rogers, and I think there's different pricing. One still had Rock Band for Wii for 60. (30 with half off).

[La Fleur]

Went to Merivale Rogers. They had Left 4 Dead for 24.99, 30% off + 10$ in star points got that down to...what, 9.99? Traded that at Blockbuster for 30.00.

BBV
Bigs 2 (PS3) - 5.00
L4D - 30.00

Left 4 Dead is on the most wanted. Folks, trade this in while you can. A game being traded in for $30 a week or 2 before its sequel comes out is bananas. Bigs 2 at $5 is a bit of a shocker . . . I know the game sells for $25 at BBV, but $5 is usually reserved for games in the 10-15 price range.

[La Fleur]

I thought I was going to turn 45 bucks into 100 at BBV, but it didn't work out that way...

2XThe Bigs 2 (Wii) - 20 each
1XBash Party (Wii) - 20
and one more game that was only 7 bucks at Rogers that BBV took 17.50 for, so I turned 45 into 77. Still not bad but I was expecting more, since Bigs 2 and Bash Party are on their Most Wanted titles list. Balls...:mad:

Yea, all the Wii games on the most wanted list trade in at $20. They use to say that on the website, but not anymore. All 360/PS3 games on most wanted trade in for 30.

. . . . wait a sec, NBA Live 09 is on the most wanted? That can't be $30. That would be crazy. Somebody with their pants on should go try it . . . now.

[easterclause]

Yea, all the Wii games on the most wanted list trade in at $20. They use to say that on the website, but not anymore. All 360/PS3 games on most wanted trade in for 30.

. . . . wait a sec, NBA Live 09 is on the most wanted? That can't be $30. That would be crazy. Somebody with their pants on should go try it . . . now.

Thanks for the tip, I am definitely remembering that. :D

And yeah, that's why I bought L4D, cause it's Most Wanted. It's the second copy I traded in in like 2 days. :D

[Captain Snazzypants]

Left 4 Dead is on the most wanted. Folks, trade this in while you can. A game being traded in for $30 a week or 2 before its sequel comes out is bananas. Bigs 2 at $5 is a bit of a shocker . . . I know the game sells for $25 at BBV, but $5 is usually reserved for games in the 10-15 price range.

Left for Dead at $30 - I may have to cash mine in.

At Future Shop today, all PS3

Afro - $3.50 (only cost me $2.50 but still...)
Bigs 2 - $10
Infamous - $15

Told him "thanks but no thanks". I thought he was gonna cry....

P.S. It does look like that new system people are talking about. The really low TIVs match the profile from what I've heard...

[grappos13]

guitar hero 3 for 360 is $5 at BBV

stormrise ps3 is $12 at BBV

[easterclause]

Left for Dead at $30 - I may have to cash mine in.

At Future Shop today, all PS3

Afro - $3.50 (only cost me $2.50 but still...)
Bigs 2 - $10
Infamous - $15

Told him "thanks but no thanks". I thought he was gonna cry....

P.S. It does look like that new system people are talking about. The really low TIVs match the profile from what I've heard...

When I bought L4D tonight, I took a chance on Bigs 2 since according to the printouts I brought with me of tivs.ca it was trading for 37 at FS(?) so I took the chance, found out it was 5.00 at BBV, and then discovered it sells for about 24 dollars on eBay. So it's there right now. I'll get my 11.29 back by God!

[La Fleur]

Left for Dead at $30 - I may have to cash mine in.

At Future Shop today, all PS3

Afro - $3.50 (only cost me $2.50 but still...)
Bigs 2 - $10
Infamous - $15

Told him "thanks but no thanks". I thought he was gonna cry....

P.S. It does look like that new system people are talking about. The really low TIVs match the profile from what I've heard...

Yes, the new system is kind of like the Scrooge. Looks flashy at first, but then once you get in you realize how cheap it is. Bah-humbug

[balonis]

lol ur back
so what u do to upset the rfd gods

guitar hero 3 for 360 is $5 at BBV

stormrise ps3 is $12 at BBV

[grappos13]

lol ur back
so what u do to upset the rfd gods

hah... thread crapping on bst... i gotta stay away from looking at other ppl's bst threads as it gets me upset sometimes lol :)

[undefeated]

BB

UFC Undisputed 360 $40
Race Pro 360 $20.40
Halo 3 360 $8
GTA IV 360 $8

EB

Halo 3 360 $16
GTA IV 360 $8
LOTR Conquest 360 $8
X Blades $11
Race Pro 360 $5.75

[greywolf501]

EB
LOTR Conquest 360 $8

You should really jump on that quick people if that is indeed the TIV right now, EB sells the game for $14.99 as of Nov. 4th, pretty good filler if you need it before they catch on.

[GVRtrader]

hah... thread crapping on bst... i gotta stay away from looking at other ppl's bst threads as it gets me upset sometimes lol :)

Heh, reason i avoid going there much or even doing too many trades (at least after reading scammer/warning forum). Good to see you're back.:cheesygri

TIV for today...

Animal Cross (City Folks) - 30 @ BB (20 + tax @ RP for reference). I believe its the highest TIV location for the game (except maybe BBV).

[firelogic]

Anyone know the tiv for Mario and Luigi Bowser's Inside Story?

[grappos13]

You should really jump on that quick people if that is indeed the TIV right now, EB sells the game for $14.99 as of Nov. 4th, pretty good filler if you need it before they catch on.

went down even more from $20 used at EB and still qualifies? damn... might check it out tomorrow as i need a third game

[Captain Snazzypants]

hah... thread crapping on bst... i gotta stay away from looking at other ppl's bst threads as it gets me upset sometimes lol :)

I bet you were still lurking during your timeout. Must have been frustrating not being able to post as usual... :D

[Xeerochild]

hah... thread crapping on bst... i gotta stay away from looking at other ppl's bst threads as it gets me upset sometimes lol :)

Lol good to see you back man. I saw the thread in BST and felt the same way you did, I hate when people grab deals then try to peddle it off TO THE SAME PEOPLE that helped find the deal...

Anyway back on topic, has anyone tried any games for BB's T2GMW2 (Trade 2 Get Modern Warfare 2) deal?

[Longobongo]

TIV for today...

Animal Cross (City Folks) - 30 @ BB (20 + tax @ RP for reference). I believe its the highest TIV location for the game (except maybe BBV).

Oh thanks! I may pickup one at RP and use it to pay off my BB MW2 order.

[PCDawg]

hah... thread crapping on bst... i gotta stay away from looking at other ppl's bst threads as it gets me upset sometimes lol :)

LOL I wondered what happened to you. Hey, thought u learnt from me as thats what i did not 2 long ago.

[CyniC-]

Rainbow Six Vegas 2 (PS3) is $7.50 TIV now...

Pure (X360) and GT5:P still qualified... was quoted 8 and 8.50, don't know which was which though sorry guys :D

Seriously thought RB6V2 would work but EB's system is too good w/ its updates!!! Not a bad game to keep nonetheless ;)

[Psubs]

TIV @ BBV
Ghostbusters PS3 - $30
Shaun White Snow Boarding PS3 - $7
Raving Rabbid Tv Party WII - $10.

YAY, TV Party is back up over $8 from the shocking $7.25. :razz:

[Lone_Prodigy]

YAY, TV Party is back up over $8 from the shocking $7.25. :razz:

Blockbuster, not EB.

[BUFFAR]

Wii - ExciteBots Trick Racing - $24
PS3 - Heavenly Sword - $5
PS3 - The Bigs 2 - $18
PS3 - Bionic Commando - $22
PS3 - WWE Lengends of WrestleMania - $18

Good trade? :)

[grappos13]

Wii - ExciteBots Trick Racing - $24
PS3 - Heavenly Sword - $5
PS3 - The Bigs 2 - $18
PS3 - Bionic Commando - $22
PS3 - WWE Lengends of WrestleMania - $18

Good trade? :)

u traded all of these in for that?

i think ur trade in of heavenly sword for $5 is terrible if u actually did that :) if u bought it for $5, then its great lol

[Korea69]

u traded all of these in for that?

i think ur trade in of heavenly sword for $5 is terrible if u actually did that :) if u bought it for $5, then its great lol

agreed

[GVRtrader]

u traded all of these in for that?

i think ur trade in of heavenly sword for $5 is terrible if u actually did that :) if u bought it for $5, then its great lol

+1... the TIV of that should be over $10 everywhere except BBV... with EB probably being the highest. Think im gonna goto BBV and see how much they sell it for.

[pompoco]

hah... thread crapping on bst... i gotta stay away from looking at other ppl's bst threads as it gets me upset sometimes lol :)

Hmm. so I'm not alone in my thinking of BST as short for bulls**t :D

Still funny on getting a ban for hinting on a better deal? :confused:
in a BARGAIN (hunting) community

[BUFFAR]

u traded all of these in for that?

i think ur trade in of heavenly sword for $5 is terrible if u actually did that :) if u bought it for $5, then its great lol

Nono, that's just the TIV at BBV as of today..doesnt mean I traded them ;)
I'm more of seeking advice as to where I should trade these in for the highest value. :D

I think Bigs 2 are still $37 at FS....I dunno tho. Havent done any trading lately, lol.

Btw, Welcome Back. lol

[grappos13]

Nono, that's just the TIV at BBV as of today..doesnt mean I traded them ;)
I'm more of seeking advice as to where I should trade these in for the highest value. :D

I think Bigs 2 are still $37 at FS....I dunno tho. Havent done any trading lately, lol.

Btw, Welcome Back. lol

lol thx for the welcome back :D

im pretty sure bigs 2 isint 37.. when i traded it in at 27, others did too.. then it went back up.. but when i was at FS on tuesday or wednesday.. i got them to check in that cirlinx or whatever the new thing is.. and it was like 8.40 or $10.. one of the two..

[BUFFAR]

Not sure if this been posted but seem pretty good for the wii or ps3 bundle deal trade-in.

http://ebgames.ca/graphics/new/fsi_familygamenight2_en.gif

[baconape]

Went to Merivale Rogers. They had Left 4 Dead for 24.99, 30% off + 10$ in star points got that down to...what, 9.99? Traded that at Blockbuster for 30.00.

BBV
Bigs 2 (PS3) - 5.00
L4D - 30.00

stay away from my stores.
notice all the dark sectors and strangle holds at the merrivale bbv.
ha ha all mine

[baconape]

Left for Dead at $30 - I may have to cash mine in.
Afro - $3.50 (only cost me $2.50 but still...)....

...

whered you get afro for 2.50. ill give you 5.00 for it as i just want to play it but dont wanna buy it for 19.99 at bbv, your in the ottawa area right?


traded left4dead and a wario ware (9.99 at bbv) +9.99 for tekken 6
bought 1 used and 1 new copy of rygar for 4.99 and 9.99 at eb and got 18.00 each at bbv
bought mass effect for 9.99 ( its on eb's wost wanted flyer and i called eb last night and the tivs quoted at 8.75)
bought rainbow six 2 for 14.99 for 360 and tivs.ca says 8.50 (anyone know if its tanked?) im going to go at lunch and try to do a trade 2 for an another assgreed i think.


oh and on another note. eb has dead space for 14.99 (less with edge) its a great game, if you didnt buy it and play it yet you should pick it up.

[_pOtEnZa_]

eb yesterday
call of duty 4 ps3 20.50 :(

[balonis]

got a time machine?

Not sure if this been posted but seem pretty good for the wii or ps3 bundle deal trade-in.

http://ebgames.ca/graphics/new/fsi_familygamenight2_en.gif

[Vinman]

On that note, are there are good console deals at EB for November?

[easterclause]

stay away from my stores.
notice all the dark sectors and strangle holds at the merrivale bbv.
ha ha all mine

LOL!

Well, I couldn't pass that price up. I did see a few of those. But they also got stuck with tons of Endwars and Quake: ENemy Territory, which is kinda pathetic, since they'll never ever sell Quake.



Nono, that's just the TIV at BBV as of today..doesnt mean I traded them ;)
I'm more of seeking advice as to where I should trade these in for the highest value. :D

I think Bigs 2 are still $37 at FS....I dunno tho. Havent done any trading lately, lol.

Btw, Welcome Back. lol


Wow...I posted yesterday, they offered me 5 dollars for Bigs 2 for PS3 at BBV, and now someone else is getting 18 dollars on the other side of the country? Argh! :D

[mahjongmaniac]

Balonis returning games during the Best Buy T4G2F promo for gift cards is almost just as bad IMO.

it may not be illegal, but it's certainly still v. unethical/immoral

= Zero!!! What do I win?? :D

:lol:

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[...]
Im just saying that this doesn't happen at all EB's, especially the one I go to do all my deals, b/c I should have been flagged a long time ago b/c Im sure they know I bring in the same game a couple times a month when I do a t3g1f.

couple times a mth is nothing... you should hear some of the stories of RFDers that bring in the same games over and over again every other day for trade promos... and then they wonder why they get banned

[mahjongmaniac]

But, if you're Atlantic Canada, not too many stories coming out from yonder. Besides, when I was in that part of Canada a few years back, most of the people were laid back and friendly . . . maybe the EB's are more relaxed out there?

not in metros/big cities = slack + no such thing as "rush hr" biz at EBG, i'd imagine

but as for stories of being banned, you're still a newcomer on here and you prbly haven't read about the story about how Talktomy9Iron got banned... he resides in the Atlantic prov.'s

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Definitely the wrong stores. EB employees benefit from traders for reasons I've explained some 1000000000000000 posts back.

apparently some EBG staff don't care too much about that, and would rather try to "look good" by trying to protect the company ...

[mahjongmaniac]

Lol good to see you back man. I saw the thread in BST and felt the same way you did, I hate when people grab deals then try to peddle it off TO THE SAME PEOPLE that helped find the deal...


if anything, IMO, it should be the other way around... ppl who obviously snag deals off of hot deals and subsequently posting the same item(s) in BST should be the ones getting banned

[Harry190]

So, let me get this straight. EB is selling Brutal Legend and NFS Shift for $45 or is that the tiv for those titles? New or used?

[Stetson717]

So, let me get this straight. EB is selling Brutal Legend and NFS Shift for $45 or is that the tiv for those titles? New or used?

those are the new prices

[hotjoint]

So, let me get this straight. EB is selling Brutal Legend and NFS Shift for $45 or is that the tiv for those titles? New or used?

NHL 10, Brutal Legend and NSF shift are $45 brand new.

[Harry190]

Nice. Thanks for the info. Did not see a thread about this.

[Nothing_man13]

Rygar for Wii dropped to $9 at BBV

[Captain Snazzypants]

stay away from my stores.
notice all the dark sectors and strangle holds at the merrivale bbv.
ha ha all mine

Was just about to say the same thing to you, punk! ;)

whered you get afro for 2.50. ill give you 5.00 for it as i just want to play it but dont wanna buy it for 19.99 at bbv, your in the ottawa area right?


I got two copies BOGOF at RV at $14.99 and I used 20 points to bring it down to $5 total. Stocking stuffers :razz:

We could never meet in person. It would be awkward due to your avatar... :D

got a time machine?

Yeah, time to break out the monocle and read the fine print. All those deals expired October 31st. I got the Wii deal on the last day which was awesome.

LOL!

Well, I couldn't pass that price up. I did see a few of those. But they also got stuck with tons of Endwars and Quake: ENemy Territory, which is kinda pathetic, since they'll never ever sell Quake.

All the Quake Wars on Merivale are from me - touche, Baconape :razz:

but as for stories of being banned, you're still a newcomer on here and you prbly haven't read about the story about how Talktomy9Iron got banned... he resides in the Atlantic prov.'s


Sounds like a good story - do tell...

[Seken]

BBV:
Nov 6.

Fight Night Round 4 - 42
Up (Disney) - 30

:!:

[cashinstinct]

Rygar for Wii dropped to $9 at BBV

Thanks for info.

:mad::mad::mad::mad::mad:

I was planning to go to BBV soon. I could not go to BBV before (not all BB in Mtl take trade-ins)...

I did open my 2 copies of Rygar because I know the BBV I go to would have freaked out with sealed copies....

At least I paid with EB credit and I used Kellogg's coupons, so there is not really a loss, but still!

[baconape]

Rygar for Wii dropped to $9 at BBV

i just bought one like 15 min ago, oh well it was only 4.99 so i still make a few $

[balonis]

damn, i just put 10 on hold!
guess i'll buy my blu rays from robbers or best buy lol

i just bought one like 15 min ago, oh well it was only 4.99 so i still make a few $

[baconape]

damn, i just put 10 on hold!
guess i'll buy my blu rays from robbers or best buy lol



im not too mad i got 2 in last night for 36.00 so whatever.

[Setz]

o.O

BTW, I doubt many people would survive a shot in the back of the head long enough to be burnt alive.

You planning on playing Modern Warfare 2?

[Captain Snazzypants]

BBV:
Nov 6.

Fight Night Round 4 - 42
Up (Disney) - 30

:!:

I thought UP went down to $18 at BBV. What system was that for?

[Avenger]

FS:
Legend of Zelda Twilight Princess Wii - $37

EB:
Tomb Raider Underworld PS3 - $7.50
Up PS3 - $5.50

[easterclause]

I thought UP went down to $18 at BBV. What system was that for?

Up is a Most Wanted title for PS3 and X360 (so 30 dollars for either). It is 18 for Wii.

[La Fleur]

Excitebots is down to $16 from $24.

Big Brother Video is watching us!

[Haz]

You planning on playing Modern Warfare 2?Eventually. My CODWAW CE 360 is still sealed...

Hey, are you the one who invited me onto your team on Gears 1 and popped me in the arse?! :evil:

[Meelapo]

Best Buy:

Madden 10 (360) = $28
Brutal Legend (360) = $35
Valkyria Chronicles (PS3) = $18.25

[balonis]

i wonder how much the prestige edition will fetch in the secondary market
i think i'll get a whole bunch of those lol

[easterclause]

i wonder how much the prestige edition will fetch in the secondary market
i think i'll get a whole bunch of those lol

Paying are paying up to 250 on eBay.

In general, from what I've seen, PS3 games have much greater value than X360, probably because PS3 owners are older/wealthier, and it's not as widespread as Xbox.

[NICE-N-EVIL]

true that

[madara]

TIV today at EB

Soul Calibur 4(360) - $6.75
Mad World (wii) - $5.00
LOTR:Conquest(360) - $6.25
Rock Band 2(PS3) - $11.00
Prince of Persia(PS3) - $7.00(?)

Even the rep was shocked to see the values. I thought i could get a t3f1, but no dice. At least I was able to grab Fear 2(PS3), Dead Space(360) and Bioshock(360) for $13.49 each with edge discount. I'll use those to get Tekken 6 from RP.

[kimbot]

TIV today at EB

Soul Calibur 4(360) - $6.75
Mad World (wii) - $5.00
LOTR:Conquest(360) - $6.25
Rock Band 2(PS3) - $11.00
Prince of Persia(PS3) - $7.00(?)

Even the rep was shocked to see the values. I thought i could get a t3f1, but no dice. At least I was able to grab Fear 2(PS3), Dead Space(360) and Bioshock(360) for $13.49 each with edge discount. I'll use those to get Tekken 6 from RP.

Yikes, thanks. Saved me a trip :/

[La Fleur]

i wonder how much the prestige edition will fetch in the secondary market
i think i'll get a whole bunch of those lol

It's funny you should say that. I saw an ad on kijiji where someone was selling prestige editions, basically stating, "I'm taking orders on this now, first come, first serve . . . I've got a bunch pre-ordered and I'll take whatever you're asking and sell to the highest bidder" I was like, huh, must be balonis.

[madara]

Yikes, thanks. Saved me a trip :/

NP. I wonder what is up with EB's TIV's. At least they dropping the price of some used games.

[Nathematics]

It's funny you should say that. I saw an ad on kijiji where someone was selling prestige editions, basically stating, "I'm taking orders on this now, first come, first serve . . . I've got a bunch pre-ordered and I'll take whatever you're asking and sell to the highest bidder" I was like, huh, must be balonis.


Hey I saw that too! Oh noes, wait.. you're in the K-W area too?! How about this... I can have all the Blockbusters, and you can have the Rogers stores for cheap games? :lol:

[miladvm]

GTA IV has bit the dust, $6.75 at EB today. 50 Cent: Blood on the Sand is also not a qualifier anymore at $5.50

[neksus]

Whenever I've bought a game at EB, they've always let me sift through the discs and pick the best one. BBV will let you do this too. RP on the other hand seals their games. Some CSRs will let you break it open, others won't.

I always ask to inspect discs at BBV. If your location has a disc resurfacer they'll do it for free, so you might as well try!

[GVRtrader]

NP. I wonder what is up with EB's TIV's. At least they dropping the price of some used games.

+1 saved me a phone call. It seems like Sat. is the big drop day from my experience. Of course its more or less about time as most of those are filler games that have been 8+ for over a month (in some case over 2 month).

[Nathematics]

Yikes, looks like a lot of games are biting the dust... I checked a couple today myself... the good news is, Spyborgs (has anybody coined the the term SpyTurds yet? Can I copyright it?!)

EB Games, November 7

Wii
Spyborgs - 8.50 (can be found for 14.99 at BBV)

DS
Star Fox Command - 3.00 (big drop from last month's update).

[matsam]

I always ask to inspect discs at BBV. If your location has a disc resurfacer they'll do it for free, so you might as well try!

And it's a blessing when you're just buying turds to trade. When I bought Metroid Prime 3, they had to do it 3 times in a row, looks like the person who traded that game rubbed it on the asphalt or something. 15 minutes later, EB clerk accepted it right away!

[Nathematics]

I always ask to inspect discs at BBV. If your location has a disc resurfacer they'll do it for free, so you might as well try!


This is great advice, I try to do that myself... I forgot to check the discs at a BBV once, but actually had to drive by ANOTHER BBV on my way home.. stopped in, showed them my receipt and the games, and they cleaned them for me. Surely YMMV though.

[Seken]

BBV:
Nov 6.

Fight Night Round 4 - 42
Up (Disney) - 30

:!:

oops both for xbox 360

[Geoshadow]

At BBV today the guy there rejected a couple of games which had black marker over the UPC (these were from BB) and said they're not supposed to take games which they already have 3 copies of and games with EB stickers on them.

So I went to EB instead and they took the games I had from BB. EB is the easiest to trade games to, they don't mind the black marker over the UPC code or BBV written on the disc or missing manual but the TIVs at EB are the worst.

[Nathematics]

So I went to EB instead and they took the games I had from BB. EB is the easiest to trade games to, they don't mind the black marker over the UPC code or BBV written on the disc or missing manual but the TIVs at EB are the worst.


I agree that EB will take games in questionable condition for straight trade-in credit.. (they may charge you $2 resurfacing fee however). I traded in COD:MW about a month ago with no case or manual or anything, no problems.

However, if you are planning to use EB for their trade-3 pre-orders, then you do need to have the case and manual included.

[jeremy31]

EBgames TIVS Nov.7

Hot Shots Golf PS3 $9 or $14
Full Auto2 PS3 $3.50
Gran Turismo 5 prologue $7.50
Tomb Raider Underworld PS3 - $7.50
Tomb Raider Underworld Wii $5
Tiger woods 09 wii $7.50
Pikmin wii $5
Mario power tennis wii $8 or $9

[Setz]

Eventually. My CODWAW CE 360 is still sealed...

Hey, are you the one who invited me onto your team on Gears 1 and popped me in the arse?! :evil:

I've never played Gears and I've never been a Gold subscriber, so I guess not.

[Psubs]

BBV

Wii

Cooking Mama: Cook Off - $2
Rygar - $9
Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2 - $18 (keeping this for an EB trade)

[La Fleur]

In the face of all the dropping values at EB, remember this credo:

http://kotaku.com/5399483/how-to-survive-a-trip-to-gamestop

[GVRtrader]

EBgames TIVS Nov.7

Hot Shots Golf PS3 $9 or $14
Full Auto2 PS3 $3.50
Gran Turismo 5 prologue $7.50
Tomb Raider Underworld PS3 - $7.50
Tomb Raider Underworld Wii $5
Tiger woods 09 wii $7.50
Pikmin wii $5
Mario power tennis wii $8 or $9

Wow TG09 (wii) finally dropped below 8. It was $8 for about 1 month (i think i cleared the supply in GVR already). Same goes for TR:U (PS3). That stayed above $8 for at least 2 weeks after RP dropped it to 14.99 used (B1G1F to boot). I think EB finally figured out all the >8 turds and are getting rid of them.

[Longobongo]

yea, looks like EB has dropped the values of so many games, its a good thing I've stocked up on most of games I'm interested in for the rest of this year to next spring. I'm sure there will be promos for the next wave of games in 2010.

[Jesse_7-11]

Fight Night Round 4 TIV at BBV - $24:(

[neksus]

Afro - $3.50 (only cost me $2.50 but still...)

Where do I pick this up for $2.50? :D

[easterclause]

Fight Night Round 4 TIV at BBV - $24:(

Aww, they must have changed it last night. I was going to buy one and trade it in, glad I didn't now. Thanks.

[kimbot]

EB (sorry didn't get values):
Qualified for T3G1F:
Metal Gear Solid 4
Uncharted 1
Mass Effect

Didn't Qualify:
Big Brain Academy (wii)
Deadspace (ps3)

[mahjongmaniac]

Sounds like a good story - do tell...

errr... since it isn't my story, it'd prbly be better for him to talk about it himself, if he so chooses to reveal what the story is about

--------

Excitebots is down to $16 from $24.

Big Brother Video is watching us!

BBV = Big Bro Video? :lol:

[Captain Snazzypants]

GTA IV has bit the dust, $6.75 at EB today. 50 Cent: Blood on the Sand is also not a qualifier anymore at $5.50

GTA IV no more? The King is dead - long live the King... (was that 360 or PS3?)

I always ask to inspect discs at BBV. If your location has a disc resurfacer they'll do it for free, so you might as well try!

+1. Unlike RP, they can show you the disc before you agree to buy and will give it a wash or two if need be..

Where do I pick this up for $2.50? :D

I got two for $14.99 at RP with their BOGO then used 20 points to bring it down to $4.99. So $7.50 for mere mortals but $2.50 for me and my 20 points :D

Seems like it really is critical to call and get same day TIVs before heading out to do any trades these days. If people do start doing that, please post your findings same day please...

[mahjongmaniac]

In the face of all the dropping values at EB, remember this credo:

http://kotaku.com/5399483/how-to-survive-a-trip-to-gamestop

LOL

^those are some of the reasons i only visit selected EBG stores or a store at certain times

[N64]

GTA IV no more? The King is dead - long live the King... (was that 360 or PS3?)


It was $7.25 (ps3) at like 11 in the morning today at EB >:( ...I was gonna trade that in and MGS4 for MW2, ended up trading in Infamous and MGS4, never really played Infamous for a long time so I guess it's all good.

[cashinstinct]

It is really a "awful" day (in terms of TIVs) for my plans for the week-end.

I am holding on GT5 Prologue for 1-2 weeks looking for 1-2 extra games for a T2+$20 or T3G1F at EBGames, but I was not looking full time for a game and I was waiting to pickup Big Brain Academy Wii I saw at a BBV near my parent's place... I planned to trade Rygar to get credit at BBV to buy games there.

Today:
- GT5 Prologue went down to less than $8 TIV at EB
- Big Brain Academy went down to less than $8 TIV at EB
- Rygar went down to $9 instead of $18 at BBV (maybe because of the RFD thread with the TIV in the title comparing the price at EB directly??? I hope not...)

My plans for a T2 + $20 are over!

[dorje]

^^ well its agreed that tiv has tanked everywhere. today i was offered $3.XX for Endwar PS3 and Puppy Luv Wii. Just last week it was $7.XX adn $6.XX, should have traded then, anyways kept both.
Bought FEAR 2 PS3 - $13.5, Bioshock (360) - $13.5 and Shaun White Snow Boarding PS3 - $13.5 all with edge card at EB.

Traded them at Rogers for Uncharted 2.
Shaun White didnt' qualify for october, so i traded one copy at BBV for $7.5, today saw that it qualifies for T3 for november, so bought it again at EB.

I did ask EB staff about the TIV, he said the value's going to drop further after COD MW2 release, they've got huge inventory of most of the games.

[miladvm]

GTA IV no more? The King is dead - long live the King... (was that 360 or PS3?)

Mine was 360

[La Fleur]

^^ well its agreed that tiv has tanked everywhere. today i was offered $3.XX for Endwar PS3 and Puppy Luv Wii. Just last week it was $7.XX adn $6.XX, should have traded then, anyways kept both.
Bought FEAR 2 PS3 - $13.5, Bioshock (360) - $13.5 and Shaun White Snow Boarding PS3 - $13.5 all with edge card at EB.

Traded them at Rogers for Uncharted 2.
Shaun White didnt' qualify for october, so i traded one copy at BBV for $7.5, today saw that it qualifies for T3 for november, so bought it again at EB.

I did ask EB staff about the TIV, he said the value's going to drop further after COD MW2 release, they've got huge inventory of most of the games.

While I somewhat doubt they have HUGE inventory of stock, considering the shelves I've seen lately weren't bursting at the seams, this is still reasonable on the grounds that with the holidays coming up there will be a big turnaround in games as people trade in to save for holiday titles/C-mas gifts. Mom's will trade in their kids' first party Nintendo titles for beans (see Zelda at 17.50, Smash, Galaxy drops, etc.) just so they can afford the Rock Bands, a new DSi, etc for gifts. Tweeners will cave under the pressure and trade in some solid titles for next to nothing just so they can know what their buddies are talking about when they mention that "epic moment" in Assassin's Creed Two. And lastly, that 39 year old power broker will trade in his entire collection of barely touched 360 games and motor on up to a 250 GB PS3 with modern warfare, since well, why not? All these are likely scenarios, if somewhat archetypal, and EB knows it, so they stick it to us regular traders, and blow out the tivs for a couple months to make more profit, knowing we'll come crawling back to pad out their revenue/supply used games stock for the other 9 months of the year. Plus, the stores are going to be messy, and rather than wading through piles of Shaun Whites and GTA's, they'd probably prefer extra space for people making impulse trades on Uncharted, ODST, Brutal Legend, etc. so they can afford COD, Ass.Creed, NSMB Wii, etc.

Does that qualify as a dissertation?:razz:

[JDub41]

Anybody doing the trade-in for MW2 at Best Buy?

I think its trade in 2 games and get it free....seems like a good deal.

[alwaysbuylow]

Anybody doing the trade-in for MW2 at Best Buy?

I think its trade in 2 games and get it free....seems like a good deal.

yeah, will do it on tuesday, the deal is not bad.

[hotjoint]

Anybody doing the trade-in for MW2 at Best Buy?

I think its trade in 2 games and get it free....seems like a good deal.

I am. Trading in infamous and ghostbusters. I asked if I could trade them in on Friday but the girl said no has to be tues weds or thurs

[kindred_99]

I don't think it matters if they're overstocked on used games right now, those shelves are going to be bare after the holidays. Considering the high margin on their used games they should be trying to stock up as much as they can right now. EB is lucky that BB, FS, BBV, RV haven't really caught on yet as trade-in alternatives, at least for the masses. It seems that for the most part everyone used EB's formula for TIVs, paying as little as possible for games. None have seemed to make a dent in EB's trade-ins as they haven't raised their TIVs in response.

[Wick98]

TIVs from Friday:

Brutal Legend (360) - $42 BBV, $30 EB

The CSR at EB told me that its tiv had dropped because the game was on sale for around $45.

[GVRtrader]

TIVs from Friday:

Brutal Legend (360) - $42 BBV, $30 EB

The CSR at EB told me that its tiv had dropped because the game was on sale for around $45.

Makes sense for it to drop but EB rarely offers top value (anymore) for new games (except the 6 they advertise each month). Bestbuy seems to be doing the same too (Demon Soul starting @ 30 just like EB... while Mario Party 8 is 32... makes no sense to me but its what they are doing... makes trading game into RP much hotter now).

[boondock]

Skate 2 and CSI: DI (New One,both 360) both qualitfy for either trade 2 or 3.

[La Fleur]

I don't think it matters if they're overstocked on used games right now, those shelves are going to be bare after the holidays. Considering the high margin on their used games they should be trying to stock up as much as they can right now. EB is lucky that BB, FS, BBV, RV haven't really caught on yet as trade-in alternatives, at least for the masses. It seems that for the most part everyone used EB's formula for TIVs, paying as little as possible for games. None have seemed to make a dent in EB's trade-ins as they haven't raised their TIVs in response.

Totally agree. A lot of people are still surprised when I say FS, BB, RV take game trades. Even some of the CSRs are surprised, which is kind of sad, as I'd definitely want to keep a leg up on the competition (remember the Arkham sale?). That being said, the lower tivs have definitely made me look elsewhere for deals and even with these random $40 game sales, why bother doing a T3 at EB when it's too difficult to find something that works.

Sooner or later the competition will catch up with them and it will be interesting to see how that works out. I read a study last yr (could be US only) that showed Walmart as the #1 place people go to get games. If they got in on the game trading here in Canada, EB would be wise to watch out. People want one-stop shopping, and that is the market Walmart is slowly conquering. I'd glady trade a game in there, if it meant groceries for a few days, rather than having to buy yet another game. Why buy accessories at EB, when I can save up FS credit and buy them there when they go on sale during customer appreciation? All the other stores offer alternative incentives, so the only thing going for EB is great trade promotions and TIVs, which naturally go hand in hand.

In no way am I saying EB is doomed, but it's interesting how when the competition heats up, they just start to cool down. Could be Christmas swoon. Could be something else altogether.

[unknown2099]

Anybody doing the trade-in for MW2 at Best Buy?

I think its trade in 2 games and get it free....seems like a good deal.


anyone know if the same game but different systems would qualify for this deal?

example: Madden 10 for BOTH ps3 and x360?

says on their site no duplicates so im a little wary...

[ricenice]

BBV: 11/08/09

UP (Wii) - 9

COD:MW (PS3) - 5
COD:WaW (PS3) - 15

[kindred_99]

Wow what a huge drop for the other CODs. While we might have expected some drop, unless they are going to Greatest Hits pricing that's nuts. I get the feeling that their used prices isn't going to drop all that much for them either, unless the new price does.

[cashinstinct]

TIVs November 8

Halo 3 English - $16.50

Burnout Paradise PS3 - $2 BBV , $4.75 EB
GT5 Prologue PS3 - $3 BBV , $6.75 EB
F.E.A.R 2 PS3 - $7.50 BBV , $3.75 EB
WWE Smackdown 2008 PS3 - $3 BBV , $2 EB

Marvel Ultimate Alliance 1 Wii - $16 EB
Rygar Wii - $9 BBV, $0.80 EB
Spyborgs Wii - $8.50 EB
Warioware Smooth Moves - $19.25 EB
Zelda Twilight Wii - $15.50 EB

Red Bull DS - $1 BBV, $0.90 EB

[ChopSuey]

BBV TIVs (XBOX 360):

Smackdown vs. Raw 2010 - $30
NHL 10 - $24

[La Fleur]

BBV: 11/08/09

UP (Wii) - 9

COD:MW (PS3) - 5
COD:WaW (PS3) - 15

I wonder how many people traded UP in for Wii. It was just $18, so that's quite a drop. BBV normally doesn't drop prices on the weekend. Maybe they're gearing up for a holiday sale <fingers crossed>

[easterclause]

I wonder how many people traded UP in for Wii. It was just $18, so that's quite a drop. BBV normally doesn't drop prices on the weekend. Maybe they're gearing up for a holiday sale <fingers crossed>

I traded 3 UP's for Wii for 18 and 1 for X360 for 30. Got a lot of mileage from those. :D

I ended up returning the DJ Hero to BBV and getting my credit back, and then I had another 108 in credit from two trips this past week, so I broke down and bought a new Elite for MW2 and AC2.

[BUFFAR]

Wow, just notice the most wanted list for Nov at Eb are extremely cheap and easy to get. Titles including Mass Effect, Army of Two, Halo 3, 007...

[Setz]

Wow, just notice the most wanted list for Nov at Eb are extremely cheap and easy to get. Titles including Mass Effect, Army of Two, Halo 3, 007...

"Most Wanted" doesn't mean they'll give you 30-40$ a pop. "Most Wanted" only really ensures the game will have at least 8$ TIV. ME, Ao2, Halo 3, etc can be had for relatively cheap, but not cheap enough to really turn a profit with T3GIF.

[boondock]

Wow, just notice the most wanted list for Nov at Eb are extremely cheap and easy to get. Titles including Mass Effect, Army of Two, Halo 3, 007...

Was this in the store? B/c it isn't on their website.

[balonis]

negative
most wanted does not necessarily mean they have a tiv >= $8.
All it means is that the buy back price is greater than 30% of the resell value or sumthing like that.

"Most Wanted" doesn't mean they'll give you 30-40$ a pop. "Most Wanted" only really ensures the game will have at least 8$ TIV. ME, Ao2, Halo 3, etc can be had for relatively cheap, but not cheap enough to really turn a profit with T3GIF.

[mvpBosh]

negative
most wanted does not necessarily mean they have a tiv >= $8.
All it means is that the buy back price is greater than 30% of the resell value or sumthing like that.

this is the truth, i've gotten owned going into the store and thinking that. Matter of fact it was an idiotic EB employee that told me that it worked that way. Final Fantasy III for DS is on that list and it was on the last list and did not qualify.

[coolwarm]

BBV: 11/08/09

COD:MW (PS3) - 5


Seriously? How much they are selling then?

[BUFFAR]

Was this in the store? B/c it isn't on their website.

Yah, a little in-store flyer.

negative
most wanted does not necessarily mean they have a tiv >= $8.
All it means is that the buy back price is greater than 30% of the resell value or sumthing like that.

Oh, that's too bad..I was planning to go pick up some games at RP while they're still doing 50% off on wii/DS games.

[ricenice]

Seriously? How much they are selling then?

Not sure about PS3 but 360 was 29.99$

[Avenger]

BBV:
Up PS3 - $9

[boondock]

Yah, a little in-store flyer.





Yeah I know the one you are talking about now. I picked up the bigger size flyer but didn't think to pick up the small one with the MW list on it. I'll pick one up tomorrow for sure..thanks

[ESO]

EB GAMES NOV 7 TIV

PS3
Genji Day of the Blades = $3.25

Wii
House of the Dead Overkill = $5.00
Punch Out = $21.75
Resident Evil Umbrella Chronicles = $6.50
Wii Play = $3.25

[GVRtrader]

negative
most wanted does not necessarily mean they have a tiv >= $8.
All it means is that the buy back price is greater than 30% of the resell value or sumthing like that.

+1 That it does not mean the value is > $8. What it does seem to mean is the TIV will likely not trade for the entire month but if the value was already < $8, it will not go up. A perfect example is AC... it was on their MW list (with pic in the back) and the TIV stayed @ 13 the entire month even though they received a few bin full in GTA (not nearly as many in GVR but at least there have been reports of a lot in GTA).

As a tip (if you want to consider it a tip, its just what i do), is to get the TIVs for the most wanted games in the start of the month then you can figure out what are good trade in targets...;)

Not sure about that 30% buy back of resell value... as must games seem just to be a fix margin of ~$10-50 for EB (with a few exceptions). Maybe its their official statement but 30% is quite low and virtually all games > 8 TIV has this covered already... even most games with TIV $5 - 8 has this covered.

[GVRtrader]

Just picked up last month's list and i noticed a few titles that were below the $8 TIV...

Perfect example (since its widely known) = Syphon Filter: Logan's Shadow.... it was on their most wanted list last month but everyone knows it has been < $8 for a while now.

Another good example... NFS: Carbon for 360 stayed @ 9.75 the entire month (i think i traded around 15 copies the month at various times and it was 9.75 everytime i checked... last i asked it was < $3 tho im not sure if the rep checked the wrong console... either way it seems OOS to bother asking again).

End wars also stayed at $9 the entire month even though i traded around 18 copies (B1G1F @ RP used for both console and games).

[La Fleur]

Just picked up last month's list and i noticed a few titles that were below the $8 TIV...

Perfect example (since its widely known) = Syphon Filter: Logan's Shadow.... it was on their most wanted list last month but everyone knows it has been < $8 for a while now.

Another good example... NFS: Carbon for 360 stayed @ 9.75 the entire month (i think i traded around 15 copies the month at various times and it was 9.75 everytime i checked... last i asked it was < $3 tho im not sure if the rep checked the wrong console... either way it seems OOS to bother asking again).

End wars also stayed at $9 the entire month even though i traded around 18 copies (B1G1F @ RP used for both console and games).

Wait, you traded in like 2 dozen turds last month? A bake-turds dozen, if you will? What did you do with them all? All for T3 fodder . . . that would be a hell of a lot of pre-ordrrs, tens of them really.

[GVRtrader]

Wait, you traded in like 2 dozen turds last month? A bake-turds dozen, if you will? What did you do with them all? All for T3 fodder . . . that would be a hell of a lot of pre-ordrrs, tens of them really.

I think i reached triple digits but kinda lost count. I helped my friends with some pre-orders so some of my PO are multiple copies... e.g. i ordered 10 copies of DA:O and only CE was for myself. The rest were for my friends who wanted me to help them PO games after not finding Demon Soul and Borderland. I also have 13 PO of Darksiders, 11 PO for Star Ocean (need 2 more still).:cheesygri

[La Fleur]

I think i reached triple digits but kinda lost count. I helped my friends with some pre-orders so some of my PO are multiple copies... e.g. i ordered 10 copies of DA:O and only CE was for myself. The rest were for my friends who wanted me to help them PO games after not finding Demon Soul and Borderland. I also have 13 PO of Darksiders, 11 PO for Star Ocean (need 2 more still).:cheesygri

That's insane . . .

Not sure what's crazier: the fact you did all this with so many of the same turds and for the same preorders and nary a word was said by EB's banhammer bros OR the fact you pre-ordered so many copies of Darksiders! Your friends could have at least picked a better game, like Bioshock, Splinter Cell or even a more promising new IP like Dark Void!

Also, I think balonis' ball-onies just dropped a centimeter further into puberty. I await for his retaliative response that he has enough preorders of Modern Warfare 2 to build an AK-47 out of the "do not sell before 11/10/09" security stickers.

[GVRtrader]

That's insane . . .

Not sure what's crazier: the fact you did all this with so many of the same turds and for the same preorders and nary a word was said by EB's banhammer bros OR the fact you pre-ordered so many copies of Darksiders! Your friends could have at least picked a better game, like Bioshock, Splinter Cell or even a more promising new IP like Dark Void!

Also, I think balonis' ball-onies just dropped a centimeter further into puberty. I await for his retaliative response that he has enough preorders of Modern Warfare 2 to build an AK-47 out of the "do not sell before 11/10/09" security stickers.

Catch is i didn't do all the trade ins, just grab all the games. Instead my friends (well some not all, i had to PO 6 DA:O myself) meet me around the closest EB and then they trade it in (closest to them) so they can pick them up at release. The rest = i only do 1 per location (not hard as lots of EB close to each other) and i have Cell, home, and GF cell number to use.:cheesygri

[MacBuster]

I tried to trade in my Forza 3 Limited Edition today at BB, and they gave me a TIV of $9.

WTH?

[grappos13]

I think i reached triple digits but kinda lost count. I helped my friends with some pre-orders so some of my PO are multiple copies... e.g. i ordered 10 copies of DA:O and only CE was for myself. The rest were for my friends who wanted me to help them PO games after not finding Demon Soul and Borderland. I also have 13 PO of Darksiders, 11 PO for Star Ocean (need 2 more still).:cheesygri

id say ur 100x more hardcore then i was when i was active at this... and ur probably 50x as worse as balonis now lol..

[balonis]

lol why would i preorder modern 2 at eb? It's only $64.99 there. I'd be losing $5 per copy. Assassins creed 2 on the other hand... lol

I only preordered 4 copies of the prestige edition. Probly won't open any as I've already beaten the game. lol

http://img196.imageshack.us/img196/7706/photo5fi.jpg



That's insane . . .

Not sure what's crazier: the fact you did all this with so many of the same turds and for the same preorders and nary a word was said by EB's banhammer bros OR the fact you pre-ordered so many copies of Darksiders! Your friends could have at least picked a better game, like Bioshock, Splinter Cell or even a more promising new IP like Dark Void!

Also, I think balonis' ball-onies just dropped a centimeter further into puberty. I await for his retaliative response that he has enough preorders of Modern Warfare 2 to build an AK-47 out of the "do not sell before 11/10/09" security stickers.

[grappos13]

lol why would i preorder modern 2 at eb? It's only $64.99 there. I'd be losing $5 per copy. Assassins creed 2 on the other hand... lol

I only preordered 4 copies of the prestige edition. Probly won't open any as I've already beaten the game. lol

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not that i care much but that picture could be an easy photoshop...anyways.. as u get all ur stuff from pre-orders and credit and such.. id think the stores u have credit with obviously know the release is 11 10 9 ....so unless u stole it.. then i dunno lol

[Captain Snazzypants]

not that i care much but that picture could be an easy photoshop...anyways.. as u get all ur stuff from pre-orders and credit and such.. id think the stores u have credit with obviously know the release is 11 10 9 ....so unless u stole it.. then i dunno lol

A number of places broke street date, including a whack of EB/Gamestop's...

[balonis]

yup
photoshopped


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lol im surprised u didn't get a copy since there was a store in Markham that sold it early too

not that i care much but that picture could be an easy photoshop...anyways.. as u get all ur stuff from pre-orders and credit and such.. id think the stores u have credit with obviously know the release is 11 10 9 ....so unless u stole it.. then i dunno lol

[grappos13]

yup
photoshopped


http://img526.imageshack.us/i/photo2ft.jpg/
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lol im surprised u didn't get a copy since there was a store in Markham that sold it early too

wow.. a picture with it on a TV? could easily be a downloaded copy on a 360 as only ur first pic that could be photocopied shows it was ps3...

anyway.. u must have almost no life if u somehow know that a markham store was selling it early when ur live in the sauga area... and then u dont even answer how i said there was no way that a big name store sold it earlier... maybe some small game store where u had to pay money was.. no EB, FS, BB or BBV will sell it early.. and thats where u have all ur credit lol

[Xeerochild]

A number of places broke street date, including a whack of EB/Gamestop's...

Even Infinity Ward has stated retailers have broken street dates, and that as long as you bought it legit it's yours to enjoy. *source via fourtwozero's twitter*

Argh I'm still trying to find 2 games that will work for BB's T2GMW2F... I have Lost Odyssey but according to the old BB T4G2F, it no longer works =/ Maybe I should hit up Roger's Plus during breaks -_-

[grappos13]

A number of places broke street date, including a whack of EB/Gamestop's...

didnt see this before i made the post... i guess i can actually believe it now.. i just dont see how a game release of this magnitude would break street dates with all the crazy midnight releases and stuff like that..

[balonis]

lol
u should trust me. But heck, why should I care as this is from a guy who will go to the trouble of signing up for a costco membership just to buy beatles rock band but end up failing in the end.


and i didn't go to Markham, as I posted the same night i got this game, my friend was able to pick one up at a Markham store.


didnt see this before i made the post... i guess i can actually believe it now.. i just dont see how a game release of this magnitude would break street dates with all the crazy midnight releases and stuff like that..

[grappos13]

lol
u should trust me. But heck, why should I care as this is from a guy who will go to the trouble of signing up for a costco membership just to buy beatles rock band but end up failing in the end.


and i didn't go to Markham, as I posted the same night i got this game, my friend was able to pick one up at a Markham store.

$40 worth of costco giftcard wasnt failing.. and costco is down the street from me and signup took 5 min or less lol...plus the beatles r like god in the music world so that was worth my time to try and get the game 4-5 days early... i would never rush out to get MW2 early if it were somewhere lol...

[balonis]

:rolleyes:

$40 worth of costco giftcard wasnt failing.. and costco is down the street from me and signup took 5 min or less lol...plus the beatles r like god in the music world so that was worth my time to try and get the game 4-5 days early... i would never rush out to get MW2 early if it were somewhere lol...

[kindred_99]

The Source at Kipling/Queensway was selling MW2 yesterday afternoon so they're definitely out there. I popped in to the Cloverdale EB to check when they were selling theirs (they weren't picking up their phone) and the place was closed, with a sign on the door saying they were closed to to technical difficulties.

[The Destroyer]

I traded in Mass Effect ($8.75) and Dirt 1 ($9) yesterday for Forza 3 at EB Games. I'm surprised they still work as the games were both 2 years old.

[ChopSuey]

Even if MW2 got released early at certain locations, I probably wouldn't risk playing it till the official release date as MS may think you downloaded it and ban your XBOX 360. They banned a bunch of people for playing FM 3 early.

[La Fleur]

The new most wanted list is up for Blockbuster. Would explain why Up suddenly tanked and why Fable 2 was reported at $30 the other day.

Nothing of note for the Wii. Dirt 2 for 20 tiv is pretty low, but BBV only sells it for $29.99 in the first place.

For 360, $30 is a great value for Halo Wars, Fable, NHL 2k10 (already mad discounted at most stores) and Brave (very hard to find game that should tank in value almost universally).

On PS3, we have Watchmen making a surprise return. Arkham for $30 is probably the best tiv at the moment, same for Ghostbusters. Beetles and Madden at $30 is a little dissapointing, but I've seen a lot of copies at several BBV's, so it's not entirely surprising.

Also, this is YMMV, since they could have some titles up there that aren't actually 30 tiv (like NBA Live 09 last month). Best to call first or report here if the title is indeed 30(ps3, 360) or 20(wii) tiv.

[Aracknid]

EB Games (Sunday Nov. 8 ~3pm):

- Prince of Persia = $7 (kept it)
- Civilization Revolution ~$8.50
- MGS4 ~$8.50

Used last 2 plus $19.99 to get Dragon Age.

Also went to BestBuy to check, and all 3 games were about $8.50, but they needed to be $9 or more to qualify for their trade 3 and get a game on the list of 20 titles...

All games PS3

[BUFFAR]

Any suggestion on how to trade these?

PS3

Fifa 10
007 QOS
Resident Evil 5
Stormrise
The Bigs 2
WWE WrestleMania

[HeavyDutyKronos]

Any suggestion on how to trade these?

PS3

Fifa 10
007 QOS
Resident Evil 5
Stormrise
The Bigs 2
WWE WrestleMania

Yeah. To me for $1. :D

[kindred_99]

QOS and RE5 both qualify for RP's Trade 2 for Assassin's Creed 2 or Modern Warfare 2. I have the pamphlet and both are listed, not sure if they have made changes but its worth a try. Otherwise I'll buy them too. :cheesygri

[grappos13]

Any suggestion on how to trade these?

PS3

Fifa 10
007 QOS
Resident Evil 5
Stormrise
The Bigs 2
WWE WrestleMania

heck.. the max TIV u can get for fifa 10 is prolly $40.. if that.. but im sure u could sell it for like $50..

[ATLien69]

anyone know the TIV for COD4 (360) now? Not sure if I should trade it before it dips to below $8 or just hang on to it...

[vic1632]

Traded these at EB yesterday for AC2:

Wii Mario Strikers Charged $10.25
PS3 MGS4 $8.50

PS3 Wet $19.75 decided not to trade this but did the TS2+$19.99 instead


also BBV XBOX360 rock revolution $5

[zoro69]

Any suggestion on how to trade these?

PS3

Fifa 10
007 QOS
Resident Evil 5
Stormrise
The Bigs 2
WWE WrestleMania

If you want other games, send them out on goozex. probably could get 3 newish games or a pile of older ones.

if you want cash offer them for sale here

[FlyingSoLow]

Traded these at EB yesterday for AC2:

Wii Mario Strikers Charged $10.25
PS3 MGS4 $8.50

PS3 Wet $19.75 decided not to trade this but did the TS2+$19.99 instead


also BBV XBOX360 rock revolution $5

Wow, less than 2 months and it's dropped a stupid amount. :| Guess that's what no online play does...

[Toricda]

EB tiv today

Uncharted 2 $35
Resistance FoM $3.50
Forza2 $2
PGR4 $2.50

[Apal]

how much is eb selling modern warfare 2 for?

[kimbot]

64.99... 59.99 for PC.

[La Fleur]

Traded these at EB yesterday for AC2:

Wii Mario Strikers Charged $10.25
PS3 MGS4 $8.50

PS3 Wet $19.75 decided not to trade this but did the TS2+$19.99 instead


also BBV XBOX360 rock revolution $5

It's safe to say this is a first ballot Hall of Shame turd right here. A long and illustrious career comes to a close. Let's hope it pulls a Favre and comes out of retirement:D

[tigerhawk33]

It's safe to say this is a first ballot Hall of Shame turd right here. A long and illustrious career comes to a close. Let's hope it pulls a Favre and comes out of retirement:D

Ah come on man, aren't you forgetting Alien Syndrome for Wii? Man, that was one LONG turd! $8 tiv at EB for the longest time. Ah... those were the good ol'days. :D

[Parth]

Any suggestion on how to trade these?

PS3

Fifa 10
007 QOS
Resident Evil 5
Stormrise
The Bigs 2
WWE WrestleMania
Goozex! Fifa 10 and RE5 still fetch a very high trade value. You can certaily trade them for two other new release games (assuming someone picks them up). The rest will probably net you another few games.

[zoro69]

FIFA for sure would be gone instantly for 1000 points. COuld probably get rid of most or all of those pretty quick with it set to canada only for cheap postage too

Funny, just got matched with someone close enough to walk over to and pick up in person

[MissPrissy]

EB

WII
Beatles Rockband - a measly $8.50!
Up - $5.25
Worms A Space Oddity - $4.25

[TheGamer2400]

Traded these 2 titles at BBV towards Forza 3 today:

X-Men Origins: Wolverine (Xbox 360) - $20
Raiden IV (Xbox 360) - $30

[firelogic]

EBgames

Uncharted 2: $35
Mario & Luigi Bowser's Inside Story: $18.25 - BBV offered me $4. :P

[Captain Snazzypants]

EB

WII
Beatles Rockband - a measly $8.50!
Up - $5.25
Worms A Space Oddity - $4.25

Hope you didn't take those TIVs. Beatles Rockband is a $35 most wanted title at Rogers Plus. I traded mine in, and got Fifa 10 for PS3 for $35 + tax.

I believe UP your Wii still has a TIV of $18 at BBV if memory serves...

[Lone_Prodigy]

With TIV's dropping so much, I wonder when EB will drop their used prices to match.

[GVRtrader]

id say ur 100x more hardcore then i was when i was active at this... and ur probably 50x as worse as balonis now lol..

Hahaha problem is there are limited turds left in GVR (not nearly as active as GTA it seems) but at least i managed to get a ton of RP credit for their next promotion + restock.:cheesygri Think after i grab 2 copies of MW2 from BB and 1x AC2 from RP, i'll be done till next year.:lol: Btw, only 4 stores in GVR seem to allow Star Ocean PO (feb release) for anyone that wants to PO... Queens, Metro, Oakridge, West Vancouver (Royal). Of course it depends on rep but those 4 has been fool proof (6x PO @ West Van, seems to be the easiest as they DON'T care about manual nor case...).

[GVRtrader]

Hope you didn't take those TIVs. Beatles Rockband is a $35 most wanted title at Rogers Plus. I traded mine in, and got Fifa 10 for PS3 for $35 + tax.

I believe UP your Wii still has a TIV of $18 at BBV if memory serves...

Its also $33 @ BB if you don't have SR or don't want RP credit (unless you are a regular trader, BB credit is probably more useful than RP). You only get the tax if you buy something at the same time.

[MissPrissy]

Hope you didn't take those TIVs. Beatles Rockband is a $35 most wanted title at Rogers Plus. I traded mine in, and got Fifa 10 for PS3 for $35 + tax.

I believe UP your Wii still has a TIV of $18 at BBV if memory serves...

No I didn't take them, I just phoned them in because I was trying to figure out what cheap games I could trade in for a new game. Strangely, the beatles is 20 at RP so I could essentially buy it from them and trade it back in? Flawed system!

I'm not a regular trader, I did a few last year for Christmas presents and was hoping to do the same this year. Has anyone ever seen the used ds games go on sale at RP or any of the other usual suspects? I was disappointed that they weren't included with the current promotion.

[NoName #1]

BBV today:
inFamous PS3 $24

I am 5 shards & 1 stunt away from a platinum so I held off trading it and now its value is pretty low everywhere.

[clever27]

I wanted to trade in a few games today towards the trade 2 and get New Super Mario for $9.99 or free, at EB and called before I went to double check I had a few that qualified and was shocked by the drop in values.

Wii
Super Paper Mario $10.75 - does qualify
Sonic Unleashed - $7.00 - this was like $18.00 a couple weeks ago.

Xbox 360
Lego Star Wars - The Complete Saga $5.75 - this is on the most wanted list for this month and I though it would definitely be at least $8 because of that.

PS3
Star Wars Force Unleashed - $7.00 - wanted to put this towards the sith edition but nope, dropped already.

EB said that they are following the rules from the US now where their values drop something like .50c each month a game is out so some of the older titles like Zelda & Mario Galaxy which might have got $32 or $37 trade-in-values are now getting $15-$18.

I personally think this is qute dirty of them that they are turing around selling it making $25 off it. What's even more disturbing is seeing people take like $1.75 or $5.00 as a trade-value for premium titles just to get that new game. I sure wish there was a trade sight out there where consumers could trade games amongst each other or sell them at decent values.

With more companies doing trades now it will get interesting how competitive the business will be and hopefully consumers will benefit.

[BUFFAR]

Left 4 Dead - $14.99 used at FS

http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/proddetail.asp?logon=&langid=EN&sku_id=0665000FS10118315&catid=

OOS online but in-stock at many loc.
Got enough for myself so all yours. :)

[ApolloCreed]

I sure wish there was a trade sight out there where consumers could trade games amongst each other or sell them at decent values.

There's always Goozex.

It can be hit or miss. The wait times can be ridiculously long. As well, you could have a game up for trade and it can tank in trade value on Goozex by the time you get a request.

[Captain Snazzypants]

There's always Goozex.

It can be hit or miss. The wait times can be ridiculously long. As well, you could have a game up for trade and it can tank in trade value on Goozex by the time you get a request.

To be fair, the point value of a game can only go up or down by 50 points per week. 1000 points is where new releases start and it goes all the way down to 100 points (CE versions are maxed at 1200 - I am getting surprisingly close to getting DJ Hero!).

And yes, point values go up based on the supply and demand demonstrated by Goozex's offerer's and requester's, respectively. Super Mario Galaxy is 550 points right now, and will continue to rise and fall based on how hot an item it proves to be.

That is a a great system, but it can mean long lines at the same time. I use Goozex to find trade bait so I can get the latest games on release day. Then I thrown them back to Goozex and get top point values, then repeat the cycle. Love it :D

[Captain Snazzypants]

There's always Goozex.

It can be hit or miss. The wait times can be ridiculously long. As well, you could have a game up for trade and it can tank in trade value on Goozex by the time you get a request.

To be fair, the point value of a game can only go up or down by 50 points per week. 1000 points is where new releases start and it goes all the way down to 100 points (CE versions are maxed at 1200 - I am getting surprisingly close to getting DJ Hero!).

And yes, point values go up based on the supply and demand demonstrated by Goozex's offerer's and requester's, respectively. Super Mario Galaxy is 550 points right now, and will continue to rise and fall based on how hot an item it proves to be.

That is a a great system, but it can mean long lines at the same time. I use Goozex to find trade bait so I can get the latest games on release day. Then I thrown them back to Goozex and get top point values, then repeat the cycle. Love it :D

[BUFFAR]

To be fair, the point value of a game can only go up or down by 50 points per week. 1000 points is where new releases start and it goes all the way down to 100 points (CE versions are maxed at 1200 - I am getting surprisingly close to getting DJ Hero!).

And yes, point values go up based on the supply and demand demonstrated by Goozex's offerer's and requester's, respectively. Super Mario Galaxy is 550 points right now, and will continue to rise and fall based on how hot an item it proves to be.

That is a a great system, but it can mean long lines at the same time. I use Goozex to find trade bait so I can get the latest games on release day. Then I thrown them back to Goozex and get top point values, then repeat the cycle. Love it :D

Dam, I wish I have the time to do the math like you guys. All I want is to pay a little under retail value on my new games. lol

[Longobongo]

Visited BB today and their used section has literally rows of Ready 2 Rumble, the Mummy, and Afro Samurai, must have been at least 30 copies of each. The amount of turdz gold was overwhelming. I wonder if BB will make them 50% off during boxing day to clear stock, don't think anybody would want to buy them.

[kindred_99]

Its shocking to see the low values people will accept for games when there are other options. Craigslist and Kijiji might be a bit of a hassle and you can't get rid of stuff immediately but if you're patient and reasonable you can get much more for your games, or trade for other stuff. I would rather give away games to friends or nieces/nephews than get $5 for what is still a decent title. If the new prices drops, or the game is old I can see a lower value, but they're giving under $10 for stuff that has been out a few months and still selling for $59 or $69 new and its not like they are selling them at a much lower price either. At some point its just a slap in the face.

[xSPARKYx-]

Wow, less than 2 months and it's dropped a stupid amount. :| Guess that's what no online play does...

no...,, fallout 3 was like $40 for a year, and the only reason it dropped is cuz the goty came out. thats what being a bad game does.

[Vinman]

EB said that they are following the rules from the US now where their values drop something like .50c each month a game is out so some of the older titles like Zelda & Mario Galaxy which might have got $32 or $37 trade-in-values are now getting $15-$18.

Well, that's just a scam, as TIV should always be based on resale value and demand, not some bizarre money-making "old games are worth nothing" scheme dreamed up by some high-school drop-out at EB.

I can just imagine how successful that will be when they offer 50-cents for a game they have one the used shelf at $59.99.

[GVRtrader]

Visited BB today and their used section has literally rows of Ready 2 Rumble, the Mummy, and Afro Samurai, must have been at least 30 copies of each. The amount of turdz gold was overwhelming. I wonder if BB will make them 50% off during boxing day to clear stock, don't think anybody would want to buy them.

I doubt they will ever get rid of R2R or mummy as neither are all that fun and was probably bought for <$10 (avg cost) to give to BB. They might get rid of some Afro but its on sell generally for <15.

[Polska]

Can I do anything with GRAW2, FEAR2, Assassins Creed or are they all worthless.

[GVRtrader]

Can I do anything with GRAW2, FEAR2, Assassins Creed or are they all worthless.

They can get you limited amount of credit and thats about it...

[Polska]

They can get you limited amount of credit and thats about it...

Ya that's what I figured, guess I could finish playing them :P.

[GVRtrader]

Ya that's what I figured, guess I could finish playing them :P.

You might as well keep them as i'm sure the TIV probably isn't even worth the trip (or at least not much more than the trip). I think all of those games go for sale at various location for <14.99 already (each) and odds are you will get ~10-15 return for them now @ EB. You can hope for a TMGM event to come out before they drop below $3... it might be useful for that.:cheesygri

[Spritzup]

I may be losing my mind, but I could have swore that I saw Futureshop had a promotion going on that if you trade in certain titles, you would get an additional $15 gift card.

Can anyone confirm that it's a current promotion, and provide a link to the titles? Thanks.

[La Fleur]

I wanted to trade in a few games today towards the trade 2 and get New Super Mario for $9.99 or free, at EB and called before I went to double check I had a few that qualified and was shocked by the drop in values.

Wii
Super Paper Mario $10.75 - does qualify
Sonic Unleashed - $7.00 - this was like $18.00 a couple weeks ago.

Xbox 360
Lego Star Wars - The Complete Saga $5.75 - this is on the most wanted list for this month and I though it would definitely be at least $8 because of that.

PS3
Star Wars Force Unleashed - $7.00 - wanted to put this towards the sith edition but nope, dropped already.

EB said that they are following the rules from the US now where their values drop something like .50c each month a game is out so some of the older titles like Zelda & Mario Galaxy which might have got $32 or $37 trade-in-values are now getting $15-$18.

I personally think this is qute dirty of them that they are turing around selling it making $25 off it. What's even more disturbing is seeing people take like $1.75 or $5.00 as a trade-value for premium titles just to get that new game. I sure wish there was a trade sight out there where consumers could trade games amongst each other or sell them at decent values.

With more companies doing trades now it will get interesting how competitive the business will be and hopefully consumers will benefit.

I wonder how much Sonic Unleashed for 360/PS3 is? If the tiv is below 8, that's a nut buster since they sell it for 54.99 (or did a week ago).

Following the US? Yea, how about we start with that promised updated webpage that actually has some relevance. Outdated promos, unclear advertising, annoying links to non-existent web-pages or even more irritating twitter feeds . . . how about they hire someone who can maintain a basic webpage first. Also, that's a bit of a cop out, if you consider our dollar not necessarily being on par with the American one, so following them to a tee doesn't necessarily translate well.

I think there was a competitive boon over the summer, with lots of games dropping in price, but still holding value, lots of promos and sales that ran during same time frames, etc. Now, a lot of the stores have had not as desirable trade deals (Best Buy being an anomaly here), mixed with an almost universal tiv drop. I suppose this is the natural ebb and flow of the competition/business cycle. Or it's simply the fact that people will buy crap loads of software during the holidays, so many will bite the bullet on low tivs just to pay for their desired game/gift. Time will tell, when January rolls around.

[grappos13]

I wonder how much Sonic Unleashed for 360/PS3 is? If the tiv is below 8, that's a nut buster since they sell it for 54.99 (or did a week ago).

Following the US? Yea, how about we start with that promised updated webpage that actually has some relevance. Outdated promos, unclear advertising, annoying links to non-existent web-pages or even more irritating twitter feeds . . . how about they hire someone who can maintain a basic webpage first. Also, that's a bit of a cop out, if you consider our dollar not necessarily being on par with the American one, so following them to a tee doesn't necessarily translate well.

I think there was a competitive boon over the summer, with lots of games dropping in price, but still holding value, lots of promos and sales that ran during same time frames, etc. Now, a lot of the stores have had not as desirable trade deals (Best Buy being an anomaly here), mixed with an almost universal tiv drop. I suppose this is the natural ebb and flow of the competition/business cycle. Or it's simply the fact that people will buy crap loads of software during the holidays, so many will bite the bullet on low tivs just to pay for their desired game/gift. Time will tell, when January rolls around.

the ps3 one was under 8 for atleast a month or more... got it from rogers b1g1f 19.99 and under early on in the promo.. went to EB and it didnt work...but luckily the bestbuy promo came along and i was about to use it

[GVRtrader]

I may be losing my mind, but I could have swore that I saw Futureshop had a promotion going on that if you trade in certain titles, you would get an additional $15 gift card.

Can anyone confirm that it's a current promotion, and provide a link to the titles? Thanks.

Never seen this promotion but if it exist, i would be hunting down those titles quickly.:cheesygri The promotion sounds too good to be true and even if its true, its probably on rip off titles (say infamous if they indeed dropped the TIV) as FS's margin for a lot of games are only 15-20 so they will have virtually no margin on these.

[boondock]

EB today:
GTA: Liberty stories- $25
FairyTale Fights- $30

Picked up my Pre-order of MW and pre-ordered Lego IJ 2.

[GSG Flash]

I'm thinking of trading in Killzone 2 for MW2 at Blockbuster. Does anyone know if KZ2's trade in value is still $30 at Blockbuster?

Also, is Blockbuster also selling MW2 for $60?

Thanks in advance!

[toad8787]

Never seen this promotion but if it exist, i would be hunting down those titles quickly.:cheesygri The promotion sounds too good to be true and even if its true, its probably on rip off titles (say infamous if they indeed dropped the TIV) as FS's margin for a lot of games are only 15-20 so they will have virtually no margin on these.

This promotion used to exist, but only towards select titles. It started out as an additional $15 to your TIV (towards punch out and TW10), but soon dropped to and additional $10 (Madden10, UFC). Now this deal doesn't exist.

I used it to trade in KZ2 for $40 + $10 towards Madden 10.

[TYG3R]

GameStop

x360 - Borderlands - $34

[TheGamer2400]

GameStop

x360 - Borderlands - $34

Wow, the game already dropped down. I remember a few weeks ago it was trading in for $40....damn Gamestop/EB.

[La Fleur]

BBV

GH Metallica Wii - 20
Genji PS3 - 1

[urs74]

GameStop

x360 - Borderlands - $34

I'm sure the HO is going by how much Walmart and others were selling it for at launch, just like how Batman's TIV tanked due to that.

[mbarreh]

EB today:
GTA: Liberty stories- $25
FairyTale Fights- $30

Picked up my Pre-order of MW and pre-ordered Lego IJ 2.


Do you mean GTA Liberty City Stories (PSP) or Tales from Liberty City (360)

[Nathematics]

Just happened to overhear a TIV at EB today, when I was picking up my preorder of MW2...

EB Games, Nov. 10
Uncharted 2 (PS3) - 35

[tigerhawk33]

I wonder how much Sonic Unleashed for 360/PS3 is? If the tiv is below 8, that's a nut buster since they sell it for 54.99 (or did a week ago).

Following the US? Yea, how about we start with that promised updated webpage that actually has some relevance. Outdated promos, unclear advertising, annoying links to non-existent web-pages or even more irritating twitter feeds . . . how about they hire someone who can maintain a basic webpage first. Also, that's a bit of a cop out, if you consider our dollar not necessarily being on par with the American one, so following them to a tee doesn't necessarily translate well.

I think there was a competitive boon over the summer, with lots of games dropping in price, but still holding value, lots of promos and sales that ran during same time frames, etc. Now, a lot of the stores have had not as desirable trade deals (Best Buy being an anomaly here), mixed with an almost universal tiv drop. I suppose this is the natural ebb and flow of the competition/business cycle. Or it's simply the fact that people will buy crap loads of software during the holidays, so many will bite the bullet on low tivs just to pay for their desired game/gift. Time will tell, when January rolls around.

+million I totally agree, the EB website needs to be updated and current. Also, it would be great if we could order online either new games or used games. And then the order would wait at the store of our choice. How about giving us the option to pre-order games too. And if they let us do that, then at least let us know what pre-order goodies come with what pre-order.

[kindred_99]

I noticed a flyer at an EB today stating that you can shop online on their Canadian site beginning 01-December. Its about time. There is so much money to be made, I can't believe they waited this long to capitalize on it. While they're at it they need some kind of inventory and TIV browsing system set up online.

[Acid_]

I wanted to trade in a few games today towards the trade 2 and get New Super Mario for $9.99 or free, at EB and called before I went to double check I had a few that qualified and was shocked by the drop in values.

Wii
Super Paper Mario $10.75 - does qualify
Sonic Unleashed - $7.00 - this was like $18.00 a couple weeks ago.

Xbox 360
Lego Star Wars - The Complete Saga $5.75 - this is on the most wanted list for this month and I though it would definitely be at least $8 because of that.

PS3
Star Wars Force Unleashed - $7.00 - wanted to put this towards the sith edition but nope, dropped already.

EB said that they are following the rules from the US now where their values drop something like .50c each month a game is out so some of the older titles like Zelda & Mario Galaxy which might have got $32 or $37 trade-in-values are now getting $15-$18.

I personally think this is qute dirty of them that they are turing around selling it making $25 off it. What's even more disturbing is seeing people take like $1.75 or $5.00 as a trade-value for premium titles just to get that new game. I sure wish there was a trade sight out there where consumers could trade games amongst each other or sell them at decent values.

With more companies doing trades now it will get interesting how competitive the business will be and hopefully consumers will benefit.

I don't blame them for making a profit. They have huge overhead with mall space and staff. Of course I also say they can't blame us for buying games at BBV and RP to trade to them.

It's probably good for EB to be a little quicker to drop some TIVs, but they really have to be careful here. They have a reputation where lots of people go to EB to trade. As they lower TIVs, less people will trade in. And trade ins are their core business. We don't know all the stuff that's going on with EB, but if they're doing this because of the trade 3 deal why don't they raise the minimum TIV to 12 or something instead of 8?

Oh well with lots of competition opening up in the used market EB needs to be competitive not more stingy.

[pysik]

wii fit - $3.25 at EB

[Eclipse09]

saw someone wanting to trade games towards MW2, but after hearing the TIVs, they guy was pretty angry and asked them how can you offer $0.25 for a game.


EB Games
PS3
Prototype $16.50

360
NHL 09 $0.25

[mdc3000]

EB Games
Wii

Star Wars: Force Unleashed - $9
Kung Fu Panda: Legendary Warriors - $3.75
Spider-man: Friend or Foe - $6.75

I may have the TIVS for Panda and Spidey mixed up, but they definitely didn't qualify for Trade 3. Tivs.ca had them listed as working but the dates were quite a while ago, so not too surprised that they didn't.

[La Fleur]

saw someone wanting to trade games towards MW2, but after hearing the TIVs, they guy was pretty angry and asked them how can you offer $0.25 for a game.


EB Games
PS3
Prototype $16.50



I guess if EB drops tiv by $5 a month, this value would make sense. Came out June, would be in most wanted for at least 2 months at $40. By end of July it hits 35, then 30, 25, 20, and now in November, $15 (give or take a few bucks). Then it hovers around the $10 mark, unless the MSRP drops (a la FEAR 2) then it plummets below 8. A year later, it's probably turd territory, unless the game sells a ton or is a real hard to find title.

This is a really crappy method that'll probably kill trade-ins, since it forces gamers to play their games quick and trade them in while the value is still high. The high turnover rate is perpetuated by the games industry, which is so hell-bent on churning out sequels, add-ons and ports to suck our $ away, that we barely have time to enjoy a game before we are expected to be excited about the next one (thus killing the momentum and value of the previous title). It's like Hollywood on Red Bull. No time for the present. People already beaten MW, probably talking about the next one already!

[alwaysbuylow]

wii fit - $3.25 at EB

Can't believe wii fit is down to $3.25 now, and wii fit plus is not any better, only worths $6.25

[andsoitgoes]

I'm sure the HO is going by how much Walmart and others were selling it for at launch, just like how Batman's TIV tanked due to that.

The tivs.ca site is still showing Batman at $35 at BBV. Can anyone confirm that? I'm having a hell of a time getting out there.

[mahjongmaniac]

Makes sense for it to drop but EB rarely offers top value (anymore) for new games (except the 6 they advertise each month). Bestbuy seems to be doing the same too (Demon Soul starting @ 30 just like EB... while Mario Party 8 is 32... makes no sense to me but its what they are doing... makes trading game into RP much hotter now).

speaking of that, i was checking TIV of SMG (Wii) at BB a few days ago (TIV phone quote) and it was exactly the same value as EBG reported on tivs.ca ... $14.25

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Sooner or later the competition will catch up with them and it will be interesting to see how that works out. I read a study last yr (could be US only) that showed Walmart as the #1 place people go to get games. If they got in on the game trading here in Canada, EB would be wise to watch out.

i thought WM USA already had plans starting the game trading biz ...? or was that Target?

i know TRU has...


People want one-stop shopping, and that is the market Walmart is slowly conquering.

you forgot that Loblaws chain of stores are also trying to get their chunk of the one-stop shopping pie
not to mention Loblaws has so many sister stores all across Canada it's not even funny... RCSS, Fortinos, Extra Foods, RASS, Independent Grocer, etc. etc. ...

[Longobongo]

Values today

BestBuy

Punch-Out - Wii - 20
Wolverine - PS3 - 28

Rogers Plus

Resident Evil 5 - PS3 - 20.XX
Wii Fit - Wii - 14.XX

Traded BB titles for MW2

[GVRtrader]

I guess if EB drops tiv by $5 a month, this value would make sense. Came out June, would be in most wanted for at least 2 months at $40. By end of July it hits 35, then 30, 25, 20, and now in November, $15 (give or take a few bucks). Then it hovers around the $10 mark, unless the MSRP drops (a la FEAR 2) then it plummets below 8. A year later, it's probably turd territory, unless the game sells a ton or is a real hard to find title.

This is a really crappy method that'll probably kill trade-ins, since it forces gamers to play their games quick and trade them in while the value is still high. The high turnover rate is perpetuated by the games industry, which is so hell-bent on churning out sequels, add-ons and ports to suck our $ away, that we barely have time to enjoy a game before we are expected to be excited about the next one (thus killing the momentum and value of the previous title). It's like Hollywood on Red Bull. No time for the present. People already beaten MW, probably talking about the next one already!

No one is really forced to trade a game in and i stopped trading games into EB for value quite a while ago (with the exception of a few $30+ game that they promoted as most wanted last month). BB/FS offers better value for most games and credit there is more useful since you can do T3 to get games @ EB (although starting this week, finding turds will be hard as most of the titles i used last week are now dead... namely PoP on PS3, TW 09 on Wii, etc). With EB starting to get "stingy" you can always use alternative such as BB/FS or even RP (honestly right now they have the best TI promotions and with a constant list, there really isn't a guessing game nor phoning game).

Anyways better start playing MW2... didn't get a chance to play much yesterday and at all today due to class + game pickup.>:(

[mahjongmaniac]

this is the truth, i've gotten owned going into the store and thinking that. Matter of fact it was an idiotic EB employee that told me that it worked that way. Final Fantasy III for DS is on that list and it was on the last list and did not qualify.

this shouldn't be news

past EBG's "most-wanted" lists of the mth was like that

however, it's not a bad idea to look out for those games to see if they can be bought cheap elsewhere, and then check the TIV at EBG to see whether or not they're actually $8+

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+1 That it does not mean the value is > $8. What it does seem to mean is the TIV will likely not trade for the entire month but if the value was already < $8, it will not go up. A perfect example is AC... it was on their MW list (with pic in the back) and the TIV stayed @ 13 the entire month even though they received a few bin full in GTA (not nearly as many in GVR but at least there have been reports of a lot in GTA).

don't forget HAWX (PS3)... i was surprised the TIV was $30 the whole mth of Oct. (i think), considering it was on sale for $19 at WM (anniv. sale), and also $20 at FS/BB (PMed the sale)


As a tip (if you want to consider it a tip, its just what i do), is to get the TIVs for the most wanted games in the start of the month then you can figure out what are good trade in targets...;)

that's what i used to do too... =P

[GVRtrader]

don't forget HAWX (PS3)... i was surprised the TIV was $30 the whole mth of Oct. (i think), considering it was on sale for $19 at WM (anniv. sale), and also $20 at FS/BB (PMed the sale)


Can't forget it... i traded it in quite a few times as it was 24.99 used @ RP and B1G1F (note past-tense).:cheesygri Funny thing is before Oct, i think the TIV dipped to like 16.75 or something then the most wanted list came out and it jumped to 30.25 again.:cheesygri Once i clear out all my remaining EB credit, i'll probably do the samething at the end of this month if TIVs hold...:cheesygri

[mahjongmaniac]

Another good example... NFS: Carbon for 360 stayed @ 9.75 the entire month (i think i traded around 15 copies the month at various times and it was 9.75 everytime i checked... last i asked it was < $3 tho im not sure if the rep checked the wrong console... either way it seems OOS to bother asking again).

End wars also stayed at $9 the entire month even though i traded around 18 copies (B1G1F @ RP used for both console and games).

I think i reached triple digits but kinda lost count. I helped my friends with some pre-orders so some of my PO are multiple copies... e.g. i ordered 10 copies of DA:O and only CE was for myself. The rest were for my friends who wanted me to help them PO games after not finding Demon Soul and Borderland. I also have 13 PO of Darksiders, 11 PO for Star Ocean (need 2 more still).:cheesygri

wow ... i must say, that's pretty hardcore and insane at the same time.... :-0

Catch is i didn't do all the trade ins, just grab all the games. Instead my friends (well some not all, i had to PO 6 DA:O myself) meet me around the closest EB and then they trade it in (closest to them) so they can pick them up at release. The rest = i only do 1 per location (not hard as lots of EB close to each other) and i have Cell, home, and GF cell number to use.:cheesygri

i'm surprised your GF isn't pissed at you for not spending enough time w/ her, but rather spend so much time in this "game trading biz" (if you can call it that) :lol:

[GVRtrader]

i'm surprised your GF isn't pissed at you for not spending enough time w/ her, but rather spend so much time in this "game trading biz" (if you can call it that) :lol:

She goes with me, its a nice break from sitting at home watching BR all the time. Plus it gives her a chance to shop for BRs (as if i didn't have enough... i swear i have too many BR/DVD/games right now). Plus we stop by the odd location to do some clothes shopping too.;)

[alwaysbuylow]

Values today

BestBuy

Punch-Out - Wii - 20
Wolverine - PS3 - 28

Rogers Plus

Resident Evil 5 - PS3 - 20.XX
Wii Fit - Wii - 14.XX

Traded BB titles for MW2

Really Wii Fit can trade in for $14.xx at RP?

[mahjongmaniac]

Any suggestion on how to trade these?

PS3

Fifa 10
007 QOS
Resident Evil 5
Stormrise
The Bigs 2
WWE WrestleMania
Yeah. To me for $1. :D

LMAO :lol:

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Traded these at EB yesterday for AC2:

Wii Mario Strikers Charged $10.25
PS3 MGS4 $8.50


IIRC, i think as of last wk, MSC still gets you ~$20 at RP
and as per tivs.ca, it still gets you $18 at FS


i think for the time being, if you intend on trading Mario Wii games, the best among the alternatives is FS/BB or RP...

[GVRtrader]

LMAO :lol:

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IIRC, i think as of last wk, MSC still gets you ~$20 at RP
and as per tivs.ca, it still gets you $18 at FS


i think for the time being, if you intend on trading Mario Wii games, the best among the alternatives is FS/BB or RP...

MSC gives 18 @ BB and FS as of a few days ago (not sure if i posted about it or didn't...).

[mahjongmaniac]

EBgames

Uncharted 2: $35
Mario & Luigi Bowser's Inside Story: $18.25 - BBV offered me $4. :P

in general, BBV doesn't offer much for PSP/DS games, even if they're new release and/or popular games

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I'm not a regular trader, I did a few last year for Christmas presents and was hoping to do the same this year. Has anyone ever seen the used ds games go on sale at RP or any of the other usual suspects? I was disappointed that they weren't included with the current promotion.

they're not included in the current promo, but PSP/DS games were part of the prev. promo, BOGOF games <$20

[Vinman]

This is a really crappy method that'll probably kill trade-ins

It already has for me. I'm not an abuser, but I'd trade in the odd game with EB, either for hardware or games, since it tended to be worth my while compared to other venues.

But now that EB is scamming big-time on the TIVs, it's much more lucrative to just sell them straight on eBay. I went to EB with a couple of RPGs that I just assumed would qualify, but these were all <$8, yet each easily sold on the Bay for more than $20 US each.

Unless they get their TIVs back to reality for older, HTF games, then I'm officially done with them. It's just sick to be offered $6.50 for a game they are selling for $49.99 used.

[Captain Snazzypants]

i think for the time being, if you intend on trading Mario Wii games, the best among the alternatives is FS/BB or RP...

For the Wii, Rogers has Smash Bros and Mario Party 8 in their $35 TIV most wanted list for November. I flipped Party 8 to get Fifa 10 for PS3 (got Party 8 for $20 from Rogers at 50% off), and I have since Goozexed another copy which will hopefully arrive before the end of the month.

Just love the Rogers 'static TIV' - finally a trade-in target that isn't moving every day...

[Captain Snazzypants]

It already has for me. I'm not an abuser, but I'd trade in the odd game with EB, either for hardware or games, since it tended to be worth my while compared to other venues.

But now that EB is scamming big-time on the TIVs, it's much more lucrative to just sell them straight on eBay. I went to EB with a couple of RPGs that I just assumed would qualify, but these were all <$8, yet each easily sold on the Bay for more than $20 US each.

Unless they get their TIVs back to reality for older, HTF games, then I'm officially done with them. It's just sick to be offered $6.50 for a game they are selling for $49.99 used.

It still all comes down to supply and demand. They may "try" to charge $49.99 for a game they only give $6 in TIV, but will it sell? Besides, that has to be a rare case - most of the games they offer $5-7 dollar for only get marked up to $20-$30 on the shelves. And since it's a free market, the correction 'should' come when consumer demand fails to meet that unreasonably high asking price - if the average consumer uses their head and allocates their spending money optimally (which doesn't happen that often). If that were to happen, every store would have the same price for comparable goods. The reason for the crazy price gaps at retail can be explained somewhat by the fact that both consumers and retailers tend not to keep up with current market pricing.

Which is a long-winded way of saying "if you don't like the price of something, buy it somewhere else". Don't boycott a store because they are trying to make a ridiculous profit on something you trade in. They are in business to do just that, but should be restricted by common sensical supply and demand realities. The savvy consumer takes advantage of promos and sales when offered, and shops around for the lowest price/best deals when they aren't. They don't take it personally - that's the flip side of how some EB clerks, e.g., go 'vigilante' on customers they suspect of dealer-type activities...

[Hollaman]

BBV offered me $24 for UFC, but then I trade it for $40 at bestbuy.

[Captain Snazzypants]

BBV offered me $24 for UFC, but then I trade it for $40 at bestbuy.

Hallelujah - another savvy consumer wins the day! :cheesygri

[La Fleur]

BBV offered me $24 for UFC, but then I trade it for $40 at bestbuy.

Ouch. BBV has tanked quite a few values lately. They must be having one of their big hauls where they drop values on games, meaning prices should drop in accordance. Makes sense. A bunch of new titles will push these games out of favour.

[ihateoliver]

2009/11/11 EBGames
Buzz Quiz TV (PS3) 3.00
Endless Ocean (Wii) 4.75

[LIVE DEREK]

As of yesterday Zelda for Wii is $37 at FS.

[urs74]

The tivs.ca site is still showing Batman at $35 at BBV. Can anyone confirm that? I'm having a hell of a time getting out there.

Might be I was going by EB's TIV I don't get how BBV gets their pricing for TIVs

[urs74]

BBV offered me $24 for UFC, but then I trade it for $40 at bestbuy.

Good hopefully BBV's used price will go down then since I've held off getting it for too long.

[La Fleur]

I have a bunch of tivs, mainly FS. Hopefully, kick some life into this thread, since the updates have been sparse. A lot of drops>:(

FS

360

Bladestorm 360 - 18
Blitz 2 - 0/no longer in system
Brothers in Arms HH - 7.75 i think
COJ: BIB - 25.20
Crash: MOM - 20.40
Crash Time - pretty sure it's sub $9
Fable 2 - 10.80 or 13.20 . . . both regular and limited edition dropped
MLB 2k9 - sub 9 (pretty sure it's 6)
Stormrise - sub 9 ($5 i think)
Sega Rally revo - sub 9 (3.60 i think)

Wii

Legend of the Dragon - sub 9

A bunch of these qualified for FS's T3, so this definitely narrows down the pool of games. Also, Fable 2's stock has rapidly dropped, possibly due to Fable 3's announcement and the rumour of Natal coming out next year leading to speculation of a Christmas 2010 release.

BBV

Conduit - 20

Will have some more updates in a bit. I had to memorize all of these in like 1 minute, so I mainly paid attention to if they were above 9 or not. The ones above 9 are accurate.

[wing00]

11/11/09

EB

Tekken 6 (360) - $35

[green_sky]

Hi
Just wondering if Blockbuster or Futureshop will take the "Not For Resale" version of Guitar Hero 3. If anyone knows about this and comment it would be great.
Thanks

[grappos13]

Hi
Just wondering if Blockbuster or Futureshop will take the "Not For Resale" version of Guitar Hero 3. If anyone knows about this and comment it would be great.
Thanks

futureshop wont... blockbuster might.. depends on CSR.. ive traded in NFR to blockbuster before... but not all locations will do it..

[jEnkinsX]

Hi
Just wondering if Blockbuster or Futureshop will take the "Not For Resale" version of Guitar Hero 3. If anyone knows about this and comment it would be great.
Thanks

I got lucky with GH3, after CSR realized it was a NFR, she already did the transaction and just said "just for future reference, we are not suppose to take NFR games" im like oh sorry.. *sign trade receipt* and left

[crxmugen]

Hi
Just wondering if Blockbuster or Futureshop will take the "Not For Resale" version of Guitar Hero 3. If anyone knows about this and comment it would be great.
Thanks

EB took my not for resale RE5, scan the one with barcode from shelf, no problem at all and very friendly

[madara]

EB took my not for resale RE5, scan the one with barcode from shelf, no problem at all and very friendly

EB does not have an issue with the NFR games. that is the reason why i saw lots of GH3 on their shelves while it was working with BB's t4f2. i had to take my time looking for the one with the bar code.

[La Fleur]

FS

Spyborgs Wii - sub $9, I think $6

[alwaysbuylow]

Values today

BestBuy

Punch-Out - Wii - 20
Wolverine - PS3 - 28

Rogers Plus

Resident Evil 5 - PS3 - 20.XX
Wii Fit - Wii - 14.XX
Traded BB titles for MW2

Thanks very much "Longobongo", for the information about the Wii Fit trade from RP. I traded in my brand new Wii Fit game to RP and got back $14.75.

-- Bought Wii Fit bundle from HMV $59.99 + $7.8 (tax) - $10 (Kellog wii fit coupon) = $57.8
-- Bought used Wii Fit Plus game from RP $10 + $1.13 (tax) = $11.3
-- Traded in Wii Fit game to RP = -$14.75

That made my final cost of Wii Fit Plus bundle only 54.35 after tax:), a saving of 50% than buying the Wii Fit Plus bundle itself.

[Vinman]

Which is a long-winded way of saying "if you don't like the price of something, buy it somewhere else". Don't boycott a store because they are trying to make a ridiculous profit on something you trade in.

What's the difference?

If they're royally ripping people off with artificially low TIVs (rather than using a market-based pricing strategy) and I won't pay $49.99 for a game with a $7.50 TIV, then what's left?

I won't buy there and I won't trade/sell there. Might as well be a boycott.

Edited: Remember, I am referring to EB's new "Time-Based" pricing strategy, where a game's TIV loses value over time, like a $1 a month or so, rather than responding to market forces. That way, in another year, a "still-hot' game like Mario Kart or Zelda Wii would conceivably be trading in for a few dollars, yet still be selling used for $49.99.

[mahjongmaniac]

Just love the Rogers 'static TIV' - finally a trade-in target that isn't moving every day...

agreed, but that's only for a selected list of titles

FS/BB/BBV is more/less the same... their TIVs don't change a lot unless the RFD effect comes into play during their trade promos (e.g. BB T4G2F)

[moochi]

BB tiv
Operation Flashpoint - Dragon Rising (360) - 35

BBV tiv
Fable II - 30

[La Fleur]

FS

Overlord: Dark Legend - sub 9 (around 5 or 6)

[Wet Banana]

TIV today at EB

Soul Calibur 4(360) - $6.75
Mad World (wii) - $5.00
LOTR:Conquest(360) - $6.25
Rock Band 2(PS3) - $11.00
Prince of Persia(PS3) - $7.00(?)

Even the rep was shocked to see the values. I thought i could get a t3f1, but no dice. At least I was able to grab Fear 2(PS3), Dead Space(360) and Bioshock(360) for $13.49 each with edge discount. I'll use those to get Tekken 6 from RP.

Damn, now I'm stuck with LoTR: Conquest. I've been meaning to trade it in since I bought it a month ago, but I wanted to play for the "easy" achievements (only in theory, horrible in excution; the game is badly designed with many bugs to boot), and I still haven't gotten them all yet. Well, I guess now I have all the time in the world... that is until EA shuts down the servers for the game. :evil:

The 2 x $14.99 games for $20 is a pretty good deal to pick up on decent older titles you might've missed out on or stuff that you gave up for their T3G1F promo. I ended up getting Assassin's Creed for Xbox and EndWar for PS3.

[madara]

you can try it at RP for their t3f1. most stores still refer to the october leaflet list which has lotr in it. i made a mistake by trading the first 3 games to eb with those low values when they are supposed to still work at RP. :(

[shaolinmonk]

hmmmm..

i've got prince of persia, mgs4 and uncharted to trade in... what to get what to get..

i guess price of persia i have to keep but can trade mgs4 and uncharted for uncharted 2 +9.99 at eb games

[Polska]

Question: Can I switch EB pre order multiple times? I have AC2 on pre order, but want to switch to Bad Company 2 which they may not let me do as its a ways off. Can I switch to something sooner, then change that again at a later date? Just thought may be good to grab another game since I can get AC2 at REP Trade 2 promo.

Also a bit of tiv info.
King of fighter X!! - $10
Fear 2, AC1, GRAW2 all less then $8, don't reclal exact values (I think $5-$6) as of 2 days ago at EBG.

[La Fleur]

Question: Can I switch EB pre order multiple times? I have AC2 on pre order, but want to switch to Bad Company 2 which they may not let me do as its a ways off. Can I switch to something sooner, then change that again at a later date? Just thought may be good to grab another game since I can get AC2 at REP Trade 2 promo.

Also a bit of tiv info.
King of fighter X!! - $10
Fear 2, AC1, GRAW2 all less then $8, don't reclal exact values (I think $5-$6) as of 2 days ago at EBG.

Friendo, AC2 is a Game Guarantee. Pick it up, open it up, bring it back a few days later for full credit and slap that down on BF2, which looks sick by the way (dare I say better than MW2?). It's coming out in March tentatively, so not that long away. You basically already have it pre-ordered!

[Polska]

Friendo, AC2 is a Game Guarantee. Pick it up, open it up, bring it back a few days later for full credit and slap that down on BF2, which looks sick by the way (dare I say better than MW2?). It's coming out in March tentatively, so not that long away. You basically already have it pre-ordered!

Hrm true, may not be a bad idea since I doubt AC2 will have much replay. This way I get to play it for free and if I like it the I will grab it from RP and return my EB one for another pre order, thanks :D.

[Captain Snazzypants]

What's the difference?

If they're royally ripping people off with artificially low TIVs (rather than using a market-based pricing strategy) and I won't pay $49.99 for a game with a $7.50 TIV, then what's left?

I won't buy there and I won't trade/sell there. Might as well be a boycott.

Edited: Remember, I am referring to EB's new "Time-Based" pricing strategy, where a game's TIV loses value over time, like a $1 a month or so, rather than responding to market forces. That way, in another year, a "still-hot' game like Mario Kart or Zelda Wii would conceivably be trading in for a few dollars, yet still be selling used for $49.99.

See, you are taking this personally. If they offer you a lower TIV than you are willing to take, you go elsewhere. If enough people do that, they will be forced to rethink their policies. Same with the selling price of their new and used games. If people find better deals elsewhere and take their money to those other retailers, then EB has to shape up or continue to lose market share.

They have every right to offer you $1 for your copy of Modern Warfare 2, but only a fool would accept that. They have every right to charge you $59.98 for a used copy of MW2, but who in their right mind would accept a used copy to save a penny? Extreme examples, but they illustrate that it all comes down to basic demand and supply triggers, with the only variable being the saviness of the customer base.

If people are uninformed about the real prices of things, then so be it - "A fool and their money are soon parted" goes the saying. For others, they could care less and would rather pay more and avoid the traffic downtown, or the lines at the local mall. Whatever floats their boat.

We RFDers always look for the best deals so we only bite when the prices are right, and there are no better deals elsewhere. We're the Gordon Gecko's of the gaming world who "don't get emotional about stock". Especially now when there are so many retailers offering better and better promo deals, we are spoiled for choice.

Outside of trade promos, sudden sales, and their awesome DOTD offerings, I rarely spend any money there. They probably don't make any money off of me, but they stay in business thanks to all the saps who either don't care or don't know any better. Good bless 'em, since they keep the deals alive for us :twisted:

[Tibbs]

Hrm true, may not be a bad idea since I doubt AC2 will have much replay. This way I get to play it for free and if I like it the I will grab it from RP and return my EB one for another pre order, thanks :D.

And then if you really liked AC2 and want it for your collection, pick it up this time next year when it's on sale for $9.89 at EB or somewhere! :)

[jEnkinsX]

Friendo, AC2 is a Game Guarantee. Pick it up, open it up, bring it back a few days later for full credit and slap that down on BF2, which looks sick by the way (dare I say better than MW2?). It's coming out in March tentatively, so not that long away. You basically already have it pre-ordered!

that is the main reason why I switched my PO of darksiders and mw2 to ac2 and did another t2 + 19.99 for ac2. Since EB was giving me a hard time saying I can't T3 a game that is not on the list, I'll just open and return all 3 of em for full credit and get bayonetta, dantes inferno (might PO this at BB since I still have credit from the t4g2f) and god of war 3 PO. I want to be able to pick up a new game every month until GOW3 comes out and all are paid for. If only I learned this long time ago, I'd have more games

[jEnkinsX]

And I also got godfather 2 and need for speed undercover set aside for my t2 for my RP PO. So I'll end up owning it anyways

[Vinman]

If people are uninformed about the real prices of things, then so be it - "A fool and their money are soon parted" goes the saying.

Sorry, I don't believe that and I feel it's up to the strong in society to protect and help the weak, not abuse their naivety for profit.

If EB intends to totally do away with a supply-and-demand/market-based TIV system, and replace it with a "TIV bell curve" scheme, then I'll do everything possible to steer people away from them and will never darken their door with my hard-earned money.

[the_fm]

And then if you really liked AC2 and want it for your collection, pick it up this time next year when it's on sale for $9.89 at EB or somewhere! :)

yeah, AC2 Collector Edition for $20 :cheesygri

[arty316]

TIV EB today

Wii Madden 10 15.25
360 Bionic Commando 10.50

[GVRtrader]

TIV EB today

Wii Madden 10 15.25
360 Bionic Commando 10.50

Hope you didn't trade those in... You'll get 62.80 @ BB for the same two game (total)... at least you would as of yesterday (doubt any price change today).

[GVRtrader]

that is the main reason why I switched my PO of darksiders and mw2 to ac2 and did another t2 + 19.99 for ac2. Since EB was giving me a hard time saying I can't T3 a game that is not on the list, I'll just open and return all 3 of em for full credit and get bayonetta, dantes inferno (might PO this at BB since I still have credit from the t4g2f) and god of war 3 PO. I want to be able to pick up a new game every month until GOW3 comes out and all are paid for. If only I learned this long time ago, I'd have more games

You can just goto other EB and PO the games there. Depending on rep, some let you order anything on their PO list (tho i think BC2 isn't on the list yet... at least last i checked). Ordering AC2 -> GG -> PO still has a risk because if AC2 drops in price, you may not get the difference. It may only get you 59.99 in credit (or 64.99) while the game you want might end up costing 69.99 (i.e. CND drops). Of course not a huge difference but i prefer to stick to games i want instead of stockpiling on EB credit. I only order AC2 if the rep won't let me order the games i want and the games are on the border (i put the border @ 10 instead of 8 and 15/mario for wii games as wii can have big dives).

[grappos13]

Hope you didn't trade those in... You'll get 62.80 @ BB for the same two game (total)... at least you would as of yesterday (doubt any price change today).

musta changed i guess... BB website has the ps3 and 360 version of madden 10 at $28.. so the wii would be lower.. something like $25 or less id guess..

[minuterice]

TIV EB today

Wii Madden Bionic Commando 10.50

madden wii gets 40 at future shop

[Captain Snazzypants]

Sorry, I don't believe that and I feel it's up to the strong in society to protect and help the weak, not abuse their naivety for profit.

It's really not that dramatic. People shop at Loblaws even though it's more expensive than Independent or RCSS. Are they weak and naiive? I do too, just because it's more convenient and they have most of the brands we like. What about convenience stores and their markedly higher prices? Are they the work of the devil? :twisted:

If EB intends to totally do away with a supply-and-demand/market-based TIV system, and replace it with a "TIV bell curve" scheme, then I'll do everything possible to steer people away from them and will never darken their door with my hard-earned money.

If they do follow that path and their competitors don't, they'll be shooting themselves in the foot and losing customers in an increasingly competitive market. Plain and simple. Vote with your feet, and certainly let others know when there's a better deal elsewhere.

Which is kinda like the recent posts where people here are telling others to buy NHL10, Tekken6 and some other new titles (IIRC) for just $45 new at.....EB. Would you not want to save $25+ on that game (or advise friends of the same) just because you don't approve of a TIV calculation policy that they may or may not be employing? What sense would that make?

I have to go and pick up my copy of Forza 3 after work (I've been busy). I got it with credit and a single $50 TIV after 25% bump at....you guessed it, EB. My favourite game store - when the price is right :D

[smuPoker]

Today:

FS: Left 4 Dead - $10

[jEnkinsX]

You can just goto other EB and PO the games there. Depending on rep, some let you order anything on their PO list (tho i think BC2 isn't on the list yet... at least last i checked). Ordering AC2 -> GG -> PO still has a risk because if AC2 drops in price, you may not get the difference. It may only get you 59.99 in credit (or 64.99) while the game you want might end up costing 69.99 (i.e. CND drops). Of course not a huge difference but i prefer to stick to games i want instead of stockpiling on EB credit. I only order AC2 if the rep won't let me order the games i want and the games are on the border (i put the border @ 10 instead of 8 and 15/mario for wii games as wii can have big dives).

I would too.. its just that I went to 2 different EBG and they said I can only PO the ones on the board. I guess I didn't think about the whole dropping of price thing, I do hope it doesn't. I think after the 7 days after AC2 release (GG) I'm done looking for game deals until maybe March. I have all the games I want. Thanks to you all!

GVRTrader, can I go to ANY EBG for GG? or I have to go back where I bought it?

[GVRtrader]

GVRTrader, can I go to ANY EBG for GG? or I have to go back where I bought it?

Yes you can but its becoming YMMV in GTA from my understanding. Seems like small store claim you can only go back to the store you PO to do it. While most store/rep still allows you to GG regardless of where you PO'd it.

[GVRtrader]

musta changed i guess... BB website has the ps3 and 360 version of madden 10 at $28.. so the wii would be lower.. something like $25 or less id guess..

Wii Madden = 40 (traded ~15 in the last week, 2 yesterday)
360 Bionic Commando = 22.80 (note last copy i traded was around 1 week ago so it might have changed, got a mis-marked copy and traded that in)

Edit forgot to mention... TIV of both were the same for both BB and FS.

[jEnkinsX]

Yes you can but its becoming YMMV in GTA from my understanding. Seems like small store claim you can only go back to the store you PO to do it. While most store/rep still allows you to GG regardless of where you PO'd it.

Ah thank you. I'll just have to test my luck.

[La Fleur]

Wii Madden = 40 (traded ~15 in the last week, 2 yesterday)
360 Bionic Commando = 22.80 (note last copy i traded was around 1 week ago so it might have changed, got a mis-marked copy and traded that in)

Edit forgot to mention... TIV of both were the same for both BB and FS.

Damn! I thought I got most value out of this on Goozex. FS and their undisclosed tivs . . . grr:evil:

[GVRtrader]

Damn! I thought I got most value out of this on Goozex. FS and their undisclosed tivs . . . grr:evil:

Its actually not too hard to figure out yourself (its actually how i saw the values). Sometime the rep will do a search all (console, i.e. wii) then leave the terminal for a minute to deal with some father/mother with their child and seemingly looking to buy a console, you can scroll through the list quickly and see all TIVs. Reps are also more than willing to let you look at all the TIVs. Getting FS TIV in person is actually quite easy (tho slow!!!!!)... getting it on the phone is impossible. Maybe FS rep in GVR are just easy going compared to GTA.:cheesygri

[grappos13]

Wii Madden = 40 (traded ~15 in the last week, 2 yesterday)
360 Bionic Commando = 22.80 (note last copy i traded was around 1 week ago so it might have changed, got a mis-marked copy and traded that in)

Edit forgot to mention... TIV of both were the same for both BB and FS.

ok i can officially now declare you a 100x worse hoarder than balonis lol...

[La Fleur]

Its actually not too hard to figure out yourself (its actually how i saw the values). Sometime the rep will do a search all (console, i.e. wii) then leave the terminal for a minute to deal with some father/mother with their child and seemingly looking to buy a console, you can scroll through the list quickly and see all TIVs. Reps are also more than willing to let you look at all the TIVs. Getting FS TIV in person is actually quite easy (tho slow!!!!!)... getting it on the phone is impossible. Maybe FS rep in GVR are just easy going compared to GTA.:cheesygri

I know it's not hard, that's how i got like a dozen tivs the other day that I posted here. I just never thought Madden would get so much at FS, so I didn't ask. I only lost $2 in tiv, so no biggie.

[Airtrack]

ok i can officially now declare you a 100x worse hoarder than balonis lol...

Gotta be one on each coast :cheesygri
Who reps the prairies!
GVRtrader is good in my books because at least he helps the community.:)

[grappos13]

Gotta be one on each coast :cheesygri
Who reps the prairies!
GVRtrader is good in my books because at least he helps the community.:)

ya he does more than balonis on this site that for sure.. but just the pure trading / hoarding / getting all of the used games... atleast what is posted here, he does more than balonis... but he is still cool in my books too :D

[GVRtrader]

ok i can officially now declare you a 100x worse hoarder than balonis lol...

Hahaha, i don't think i go nearly as far as Balonis in terms area (haven't covered all the stores @ Coq or Surrey yet as some of those are just too far to make the trip worthwhile). Just less people in GVR making a bit easier for me to get to everything.

Gotta be one on each coast :cheesygri
Who reps the prairies!
GVRtrader is good in my books because at least he helps the community.:)

Thanks, i try to help out as much as i could.:cheesygri

BTW TIV for anyone who has MLB 09 the show (thought i posted it but apparently i didn't)...

BB/FS
27.xx (can't read rather its 25 or 75 sorry)

Get rid of it before it drops. RP sells it for 17.50 new (if you can find it, note the price scans @ 17.50 even if its not in clearance bin) and $21 used (29.99 - 30%). I bet after this post, the price will dive over the weekend.:cheesygri

Edit forgot to mention its PS3 not PSP...

[Nathematics]

I would too.. its just that I went to 2 different EBG and they said I can only PO the ones on the board. I guess I didn't think about the whole dropping of price thing, I do hope it doesn't. I think after the 7 days after AC2 release (GG) I'm done looking for game deals until maybe March. I have all the games I want. Thanks to you all!



Heh, yea.. that happened with me and my 2 pre-ordered copies of Uncharted 2 (one of which was clearly for the credit, since it was a gaming guarantee)... I did a trade-3 when the game was still 69.99 in the system, but then the price dropped to 59.99 and that's all the store would give me in credit. I've never been so upset at the price of a game going DOWN! I felt screwed out of $10, even if it was only credit!

[arty316]

Wii Madden = 40 (traded ~15 in the last week, 2 yesterday)
360 Bionic Commando = 22.80 (note last copy i traded was around 1 week ago so it might have changed, got a mis-marked copy and traded that in)

Edit forgot to mention... TIV of both were the same for both BB and FS.

Actually bionic commando did take a dive recently, 8.60 ish or something. I actually did do my trade in of Madden 10 and Bionic Commando at EB but towards the Super Mario Bros game so each was bumped to 25. I thought about dumping Madden at BB but then I wasn't sure I was going to find something to trade along with my Bionic Commando which is dropping very hard now. It's becoming a clearance/liquidation item pretty much everywhere now....in one day it dropped from $12 to 10.50 at EB and even worse of a drop at BB so I was running out of time. Anyway I only paid $5 for each.

[arty316]

Wii Madden = 40 (traded ~15 in the last week, 2 yesterday)
360 Bionic Commando = 22.80 (note last copy i traded was around 1 week ago so it might have changed, got a mis-marked copy and traded that in)

Edit forgot to mention... TIV of both were the same for both BB and FS.

Where are you getting all those Madden 10s?

[GVRtrader]

Actually bionic commando did take a dive recently, 8.60 ish or something. I actually did do my trade in of Madden 10 and Bionic Commando at EB but towards the Super Mario Bros game so each was bumped to 25. I thought about dumping Madden at BB but then I wasn't sure I was going to find something to trade along with my Bionic Commando which is dropping very hard now. It's becoming a clearance/liquidation item pretty much everywhere now....in one day it dropped from $12 to 10.50 at EB and even worse of a drop at BB so I was running out of time. Anyway I only paid $5 for each.

Didn't know about the dive, i traded quite a few for 22.80 during B1G1F and the last one i traded in was mismarked @ 19.99 - 30% so i picked it up since i was dropping by BB anyways.

I got madden from RP and flea market. It sells for 9.99 - 19.99 at various stand of flea market (YMMV quite a bit as different stand/people sell stuff at different price there, some sell it for $39.99 but i'm sure you can work that price down, i just didn't bother). RP sells it for $20 + tax (marked @ 49.99, scans @ 39.99 - 50% = 20.00). Again if you're in GVR... it'll be hard to find one used as i more or less cleared them out (@ RP).:twisted: BTW if anyone is looking for a certain used game @ RP to play, feel free to PM me. I have quite a good memory of game + location so i might be able to help out and save you some time. The following wii games should be all gone (or close to) by now (tho some could reappear soon as i traded some back to RP):

Mario Party 8 (lots could reappear)
Super Smash Bro. Brawl (some could reappear)
Tiger Woods 10 (some could reappear)
Madden 10 (should be none)
Mario Galaxy (should be none unless i missed one or someone else traded one in)
Beetles Rockband (i left a few as i had too many to trade in but for the most part they are gone with the exception of i think 4, PM me if you want location but i left them on Sunday (last time i went to that area) so its quite possible that someone went there to grab them already while looking for MW2 titles)
Mario Striker Charged (i left 2 total but will probably go grab 1 of them tonight after im off class)

Non-Wii
Batman (PS3, i left some 360 as the conditions were fairly bad, PM me if you need info on these). They are in such bad condition that you can forget doing a buy -> swap back to RP (for $10.50) so its only if you want to play the game. Also i think 2 of them had no book and 1 of them had a booklet with sharpie writing of "Please return with game" or something like that all over the cover.

[La Fleur]

Didn't know about the dive, i traded quite a few for 22.80 during B1G1F and the last one i traded in was mismarked @ 19.99 - 30% so i picked it up since i was dropping by BB anyways.

I got madden from RP and flea market. It sells for 9.99 - 19.99 at various stand of flea market (YMMV quite a bit as different stand/people sell stuff at different price there, some sell it for $39.99 but i'm sure you can work that price down, i just didn't bother). RP sells it for $20 + tax (marked @ 49.99, scans @ 39.99 - 50% = 20.00). Again if you're in GVR... it'll be hard to find one used as i more or less cleared them out (@ RP).:twisted: BTW if anyone is looking for a certain used game @ RP to play, feel free to PM me. I have quite a good memory of game + location so i might be able to help out and save you some time. The following wii games should be all gone (or close to) by now (tho some could reappear soon as i traded some back to RP):

Mario Party 8 (lots could reappear)
Super Smash Bro. Brawl (some could reappear)
Tiger Woods 10 (some could reappear)
Madden 10 (should be none)
Mario Galaxy (should be none unless i missed one or someone else traded one in)
Beetles Rockband (i left a few as i had too many to trade in but for the most part they are gone with the exception of i think 4, PM me if you want location but i left them on Sunday (last time i went to that area) so its quite possible that someone went there to grab them already while looking for MW2 titles)
Mario Striker Charged (i left 2 total but will probably go grab 1 of them tonight after im off class)

Non-Wii
Batman (PS3, i left some 360 as the conditions were fairly bad, PM me if you need info on these). They are in such bad condition that you can forget doing a buy -> swap back to RP (for $10.50) so its only if you want to play the game. Also i think 2 of them had no book and 1 of them had a booklet with sharpie writing of "Please return with game" or something like that all over the cover.

This totally proves my point of how easy it is to rack up RP points. Load up on trade bait and you can hit some big totals. What's your lifetime point total? Easily over a thousand . . .

[grappos13]

Hahaha, i don't think i go nearly as far as Balonis in terms area (haven't covered all the stores @ Coq or Surrey yet as some of those are just too far to make the trip worthwhile). Just less people in GVR making a bit easier for me to get to everything.



Thanks, i try to help out as much as i could.:cheesygri

BTW TIV for anyone who has MLB 09 the show (thought i posted it but apparently i didn't)...

BB/FS
27.xx (can't read rather its 25 or 75 sorry)

Get rid of it before it drops. RP sells it for 17.50 new (if you can find it, note the price scans @ 17.50 even if its not in clearance bin) and $21 used (29.99 - 30%). I bet after this post, the price will dive over the weekend.:cheesygri

Edit forgot to mention its PS3 not PSP...

gonna check out rogers plus again if i have time to see if i can find one that has MLB 09 in stock... for 17.50, need to add it to my collection of ps3 exclusives..

Where are you getting all those Madden 10s?

even if it was rogers plus.. 39.99 used wii at half off is $20.. or about 22.50 RP credit, trade that for 40 BB credit (at the time, according to GVRtrader)...not bad...

i did a couple more MW2 trade in deals at BB... found a couple more cheaper games at RP to use for BB trade in... wolverine wii is 12.50 used at RP.. NFS undercover 360 is 14.00 used at RP... 26.50+Tax rogers credit for MW2 is pretty good :)

so if u can find NFS undercover at RP.. u can also use that for their trade 2 for MW2 or AC2.. so get that for 14 at their store.. and get MK vs DC or Skate 2 for 17.50... spend 31.50 at rogers and then trade them right in to get MW2 or AC2

[mvpBosh]

EB today :

Mass Effect 8.75
Uncharted : Drake's Fortune 8

[Captain Snazzypants]

BTW TIV for anyone who has MLB 09 the show (thought i posted it but apparently i didn't)...

BB/FS
27.xx (can't read rather its 25 or 75 sorry)

Get rid of it before it drops. RP sells it for 17.50 new (if you can find it, note the price scans @ 17.50 even if its not in clearance bin) and $21 used (29.99 - 30%). I bet after this post, the price will dive over the weekend.:cheesygri

Edit forgot to mention its PS3 not PSP...

Awesome - been wanting to get MLB 09 but not for $20+. One $10 off coupon from the OSDT book gathering dust will make this $7.50 - on it!

[GVRtrader]

This totally proves my point of how easy it is to rack up RP points. Load up on trade bait and you can hit some big totals. What's your lifetime point total? Easily over a thousand . . .

Honestly lost count and haven't looked over the screen. I just know i have 121 points right now but haven't used any as all my recent purchases have been using a different form of currency...:twisted:

[arty316]

TIV EB today

All 360:
Red Faction Guerilla 14.75
Section 8 14.75
Halo ODST 30.50

Surprisingly lower TIV ODST, usually Halo franchise is able to keep top value for a couple months. COD is the new king I would assume because even Mario & Nintendo 1st party stuff is dropping nowadays.

Anybody have these TIVS for BB?

[X820]

Traded yesterday:
PS3 Call of Duty 4 Modern Warfare CAD37 (Future Shop)
PS3 Little Big Planet CAD14.75(EB) CAD26.50(Future Shop)

[Vednar]

What is the current TIV for COD MW2? I just realized that a Prestige edition existed and want that. I don't care about the money lost, I just want my Night Vision goggles and don't want two copies of the game.


:cheesygri

[La Fleur]

TIV EB today

All 360:
Red Faction Guerilla 14.75
Section 8 14.75
Halo ODST 30.50

Surprisingly lower TIV ODST, usually Halo franchise is able to keep top value for a couple months. COD is the new king I would assume because even Mario & Nintendo 1st party stuff is dropping nowadays.

Anybody have these TIVS for BB?

Check tivs.ca

Red Faction should net you around $25 at both FS and BB, possibly the same at BBV (though it sells for 39 there)
Section 8 you should trade in soon, it did not do well in sales, and has already dropped in price, should be bargain bin by next yr. The game is not on tivs.ca though.
ODST should easily net you $40+ everywhere . . . except EB (these days)

[Psubs]

What is the current TIV for COD MW2? I just realized that a Prestige edition existed and want that. I don't care about the money lost, I just want my Night Vision goggles and don't want two copies of the game.


:cheesygri

Start a BST thread. Someone just sold their game for $60 quickly.

http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/modern-warfare-2-a-813265/

[grappos13]

i didnt realize mass effect is still 8+.. im pretty sure i saw it at rogers used for 14.99 - 30% off.. so 11.50

[jEnkinsX]

i didnt realize mass effect is still 8+.. im pretty sure i saw it at rogers used for 14.99 - 30% off.. so 11.50

It's 9.99 at bbv

[the_fm]

i didnt realize mass effect is still 8+.. im pretty sure i saw it at rogers used for 14.99 - 30% off.. so 11.50

i think it was under 8 for a while and i guess it's back over 8 because the sequel is coming soon

[tooviral]

Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games

EB 10.50
BB 25.00

[La Fleur]

Noticed this on the NEW ebgames.ca webpage:

"Edge Members who possess a valid Edge Card are entitled to 10% off all used games, used accessories, strategy guides and a 10% bonus trade credit when trading used games or accessories in stores."

I believe this was a US only thing, but since the site was revamped could this be a new implementation for us Canucks? If anyone is planning on checking values/trading at EB today, inquire about it if you can. Let's hope it's true. It would be a small uplift to the recent tiv drops there.

[NoName #1]

Noticed this on the NEW ebgames.ca webpage:

"Edge Members who possess a valid Edge Card are entitled to 10% off all used games, used accessories, strategy guides and a 10% bonus trade credit when trading used games or accessories in stores."

I believe this was a US only thing, but since the site was revamped could this be a new implementation for us Canucks? If anyone is planning on checking values/trading at EB today, inquire about it if you can. Let's hope it's true. It would be a small uplift to the recent tiv drops there.

I was just checking out the site and I was looking at the trade in promos and they are all the US deals (and actually expired). It looks like they pretty much copy and pasted the US site. The deals all say Offer valid in the United States, Puerto Rico and Guam only.

[La Fleur]

I was just checking out the site and I was looking at the trade in promos and they are all the US deals (and actually expired). It looks like they pretty much copy and pasted the US site. The deals all say Offer valid in the United States, Puerto Rico and Guam only.

Ah, that's a nut buster. Yea, not surprised they copy and pasted. At least their new site is equally confusing, misinformed and out of date. That's consistency!

[dorje]

Noticed this on the NEW ebgames.ca webpage:

"Edge Members who possess a valid Edge Card are entitled to 10% off all used games, used accessories, strategy guides and a 10% bonus trade credit when trading used games or accessories in stores."

I believe this was a US only thing, but since the site was revamped could this be a new implementation for us Canucks? If anyone is planning on checking values/trading at EB today, inquire about it if you can. Let's hope it's true. It would be a small uplift to the recent tiv drops there.

under those deals they also have Buy 2 XBOX 360 games and Get 1 for free.

[GVRtrader]

i think it was under 8 for a while and i guess it's back over 8 because the sequel is coming soon

Its generally the opposite that happens... i think i'll phone in tomorrow to see whats the TIV with Mass Effect...

[LatrellMoonwell]

hmmm...did they take off gaming guarantee for Assassin's Creed 2?

[jEnkinsX]

hmmm...did they take off gaming guarantee for Assassin's Creed 2?

What are you talking about?

[Sajiko]

Does anyone know EB's promos for November?

[Matryx]

i did a couple more MW2 trade in deals at BB... found a couple more cheaper games at RP to use for BB trade in... wolverine wii is 12.50 used at RP.. NFS undercover 360 is 14.00 used at RP... 26.50+Tax rogers credit for MW2 is pretty good :)

so if u can find NFS undercover at RP.. u can also use that for their trade 2 for MW2 or AC2.. so get that for 14 at their store.. and get MK vs DC or Skate 2 for 17.50... spend 31.50 at rogers and then trade them right in to get MW2 or AC2

I actually bought NFS: Undercover today, but it was for the PS3 for $24.99-30%. I needed it to trade for MW2.
MK vs DC and Skate 2 for which system?

[grappos13]

I actually bought NFS: Undercover today, but it was for the PS3 for $24.99-30%. I needed it to trade for MW2.
MK vs DC and Skate 2 for which system?

ps3 for both.. seen them at more than one store at that price... pretty good since they both work for rogers's own deal... could gain an extra $10.50 credit at their store too just by buying batman and then trading it back in... buy it for 24.50+tax used... then trade it back in for $35 and then buy 2 qualifying games for 17.50 each (24.99 - 30% each for the 2 above games)... end up paying nothing extra..

so 24.50+tax for MW2 or AC2...

i did the pre-order at amazon for AC2.. but with deals like this.. i think maybe ill just go for these instead...

[LatrellMoonwell]

What are you talking about?

you know, where u return Assassin's Creed 2 within 1 week for full credit back, i dont seem to see it on the new website

[mikka1989]

Anyone want to try to get those promo deals with a web page printout at local ebgs? Finally a .ca version online, that EDGE card/gc balance lookup is very handy

[twitchyzero]

Does anyone know if there's gonna be a T2G1 for GOW collection since it's only $40?

TIA

[GVRtrader]

you know, where u return Assassin's Creed 2 within 1 week for full credit back, i dont seem to see it on the new website

The new website is a beta site and i guess they removed it for now. It would be funny if they actually removed AC2 from GG (bet that'll piss off a lot of people who ordered it in advance) but i doubt that will happen. Customer loyalty has to be a major issue for EB and the last thing they want to do is lower it. As long as it was advertised, you can always argue the fact that when you PO'd it, you were told it was a GG game and thats the only reason you PO'd it.

[FlyingSoLow]

The new website is a beta site and i guess they removed it for now. It would be funny if they actually removed AC2 from GG (bet that'll piss off a lot of people who ordered it in advance) but i doubt that will happen. Customer loyalty has to be a major issue for EB and the last thing they want to do is lower it. As long as it was advertised, you can always argue the fact that when you PO'd it, you were told it was a GG game and thats the only reason you PO'd it.

I think I remember seeing it mentioned in-store as well, so I don't think they're getting rid of it; just an oversight.

[GVRtrader]

Does anyone know if there's gonna be a T2G1 for GOW collection since it's only $40?

TIA

If there is, it generally comes at release or after release. Not sure if that will happen as they didn't do any T2 to get Star wars Unleased UE.

[neksus]

TIV EB today

All 360:
Red Faction Guerilla 14.75
Section 8 14.75
Halo ODST 30.50

Surprisingly lower TIV ODST, usually Halo franchise is able to keep top value for a couple months. COD is the new king I would assume because even Mario & Nintendo 1st party stuff is dropping nowadays.

Anybody have these TIVS for BB?

Hey Arty, the BB values can be seen in the same screen you submit tivs to on the site - the dropdown selection box defaults to the last known value, and for BB's case, those values are good as of a week ago at the oldest.

[mahjongmaniac]

We RFDers always look for the best deals so we only bite when the prices are right, and there are no better deals elsewhere. We're the Gordon Gecko's of the gaming world who "don't get emotional about stock". Especially now when there are so many retailers offering better and better promo deals, we are spoiled for choice.

can't say "always".... otherwise there wouldn't be such thing as "buyer's remorse" on here... :razz:

It's really not that dramatic. People shop at Loblaws even though it's more expensive than Independent or RCSS. Are they weak and naiive? I do too, just because it's more convenient and they have most of the brands we like. What about convenience stores and their markedly higher prices? Are they the work of the devil? :twisted:

FYI, RCSS can actually sometimes be more $$$ when they advertise "sales" in their flyers

i've seen 1 wk where a product was at a certain price (not advertised) and then the next wk that they advertise it on sale, it was actually a bit more $$$ than prev.'ly

(i was quite surprised to witness that)

[killahkam]

Anyone know any games i can buy cheap at futureshop to get credit at bestbuy?

[Locals]

A bunch of oldies, but figured I'd post their credit anyways. Got these values over the phone for EB games, probably be bringing these over to BBV of FS if they offer more.

Bioshock - $4
Call of Duty 2 - $2.75
Darkness - $2.50
Dead Space - $5
Guitar Hero 3 - $2
Oblivion - $4
Prey - $0.40

If anyone knows the values for these at blockbuster please let me know. Thanks.

[madara]

both bioshock and dead space qualify for t3f1 at RP. just in case you don't know. :)

[Vinman]

Wow, that's amazing how TIVs at EB are tanking - Isn't Oblivion still a $30+ used game there? And they're offering $4 in trade? :mad:

[GVRtrader]

A bunch of oldies, but figured I'd post their credit anyways. Got these values over the phone for EB games, probably be bringing these over to BBV of FS if they offer more.

Bioshock - $4
Call of Duty 2 - $2.75
Darkness - $2.50
Dead Space - $5
Guitar Hero 3 - $2
Oblivion - $4
Prey - $0.40

If anyone knows the values for these at blockbuster please let me know. Thanks.

Bioshock and Dead Space can both be used for RP's T3G1F, you just need 1 more title (which will probably run you about $13-$14 + tax). End result still nets you a new game from a decent selection of new releases. You do need a Star Rewards membership if you want to trade in @ RP (tho it only cost 10+tax/year).

Edit, looks like someone posted the same info before me, heh. GH3 was $21 last month at BBV, not sure about it now. Some locations will not accept GH3 if its the "not for resale" version. Oblivion, i believe is now 8.40 @ FS but you should double check.

[GVRtrader]

Wow, that's amazing how TIVs at EB are tanking - Isn't Oblivion still a $30+ used game there? And they're offering $4 in trade? :mad:

I doubt it, unless you're referring to the GOTY edition. Regular edition new has been selling for 19.99 or less just about everywhere. EB is the only location selling it new for 29.99 (i believe) and used for 24.99.

http://www.gamestop.ca/Catalog/ProductDetails.aspx?product_id=202096

Not sure what the used price is @ FS... i think it was 17.99 or something like that used @ BB. Note that FS/BB sometime have used game priced HIGHER than new (perfect examples = PoP for PS3 19.99 vs 24.99 and NFS: UC 29.99 vs 34.xx).

[monkey-boy]

EBGames Trade-in:


Left 4 Dead 360 - $12.75
UFC Undisputed 360 - $21.00

[madara]

Does anyone know if there's gonna be a T2G1 for GOW collection since it's only $40?

TIA

i forgot to reply to this earlier. :)

i believe it will not be a T2F1 title since it was already listed in the T3F1 list since last month. one of the reps showed me the binder when i did the PS3 deal.

[La Fleur]

FS

PS3

GI Joe Rise of Cobra - 15
GTA 4 - 7.75

GTA has pretty much bit the bullet now. For those who want to get rid of it, use it up at RP this month. It's bound to be dead by next month.

[anton204]

I wish I was able to trade at RP/BB/FS in Winnipeg. Can't take advantage of any tivs anymore since EBs values are dropping mad.

[pompoco]

I wish I was able to trade at RP/BB/FS in Winnipeg. Can't take advantage of any tivs anymore since EBs values are dropping mad.

That was about to expect here, Chrismas is approaching and early next year it'll look better again ;)
Too bad that there's only BBV and EBG in WPG toTI, but in the last few month there were a lot of deals to be had...
I got all my preorders paid well into next year and the rest on Edge Card (EBG Selkirk/Portage la Prairie).:idea:
FS TI is available in Brandon... but who's gonna drive two hours? :-0
good thing that the big gamelineup is before christmas every year, so that one can plan ahead accordingly.

[Vinman]

I doubt it, unless you're referring to the GOTY edition.

Yes, the GOTY version is sitting on the shelf at $29.99 used, and even at $24.99 used for the regular version, a measly $4 TIV is a slap in the face. You could do better than that at a yard sale.

[synthtrance]

Slight OT, but was wondering what to do with PS3 HAWX. Don't have 2 other games for T3G1 so was wondering whether I'll better off to find trade fodder to complete T3 (more difficult now as TIVs are dropping) or just flip it for the highest credit?

[madara]

you could go for T1+$49.99 at EB for ACII. not much of a deal, but you don't have to worry about hunting for trade fodders and slumping TIV's.

[anton204]

That was about to expect here, Chrismas is approaching and early next year it'll look better again ;)
Too bad that there's only BBV and EBG in WPG toTI, but in the last few month there were a lot of deals to be had...
I got all my preorders paid well into next year and the rest on Edge Card (EBG Selkirk/Portage la Prairie).:idea:
FS TI is available in Brandon... but who's gonna drive two hours? :-0
good thing that the big gamelineup is before christmas every year, so that one can plan ahead accordingly.
Hope it gets better for trades here in Winnipeg and the deals keep on coming.

Took advantage on a few pre-orders this summer for games this season, actually more than I expected and have a stack of sealed games to go through. Have been changing some pre-orders now for games out next year now cause my library is getting big way too fast.

I should head to Selkirk to load up on my Edge card too but I'm lazy with the half hour drive.

[synthtrance]

you could go for T1+$49.99 at EB for ACII. not much of a deal, but you don't have to worry about hunting for trade fodders and slumping TIV's.

That would be a bad trade as straight credit at eb. for hawx is 12.5 or so whereas i'm only getting about 10 here with a T1+$.

[madara]

That would be a bad trade as straight credit at eb. for hawx is 12.5 or so whereas i'm only getting about 10 here with a T1+$.

you'll get $19.99 actually. ACII is $69.99 and with GG.

[GVRtrader]

you'll get $19.99 actually. ACII is $69.99 and with GG.

I wouldn't be 100% certain about this until release. Right now its still listed @ 69.99 but game price are subject to change and can change anytime before the actual release of the game. MW2 and DB are both good recent examples (both are 64.99 not 69.99)... and thats actually the highest price around as most location are selling it for 59.99 (BB, FS, RP, etc) with pre-order price as low as 49.99 (BB/FS).

T1 + 49.99 is ice cold due to the following deal

http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/assassins-creed-2-amazon-ca-49-99-10-off-future-game-purchase-813414/

Why trade a game to get a price you can easily obtain without trading? Amazon deal is even better than 49.99 as you get $10 future credit. Only reason to even consider T1 @ EB is if you plan on GGing it back to them and stock up on more EB credit but if you do this too often, you run the risk of your account being flagged (as reported before in this thread). Seems like EB cares about GG more than anything else.

[mahjongmaniac]

I wouldn't be 100% certain about this until release. Right now its still listed @ 69.99 but game price are subject to change and can change anytime before the actual release of the game. MW2 and DB are both good recent examples (both are 64.99 not 69.99)... and thats actually the highest price around as most location are selling it for 59.99 (BB, FS, RP, etc) with pre-order price as low as 49.99 (BB/FS).

that was some online-only promo like COD:MW2 where you get $10 off your total online purchase order if you PO'd online

it's still $60 reg. price at FS/BB, and i think that promo is over now


weird indeed though that EBG hasn't had a price drop ... it's coming out in 2 days
anyway, it's not like it matters much to those who are looking fwd to applying the GG...

[madara]

T1 + 49.99 is ice cold due to the following deal

http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/assassins-creed-2-amazon-ca-49-99-10-off-future-game-purchase-813414/

Why trade a game to get a price you can easily obtain without trading? Amazon deal is even better than 49.99 as you get $10 future credit. Only reason to even consider T1 @ EB is if you plan on GGing it back to them and stock up on more EB credit but if you do this too often, you run the risk of your account being flagged (as reported before in this thread). Seems like EB cares about GG more than anything else.

you have to keep in mind that he was asking for the best value for his hawx for PS3. he can't use that with your posted deal. for him, that deal is winter cold.

i merely suggested doing the t1+cash since it is the easiest way to get max tiv out of it. besides, even if the price drops on realease day, i'm sure he will get some money back since he did not do t3f1 to get it. read the terms in this link. http://www.gamestop.ca/gs/specialty/tradeins/. having read it through again, i noticed he will get $25 for it after all. its a hot deal in my books. double the value instead of doing straight trade for credit since he said it has $12.5 tiv currently.

weird indeed though that EBG hasn't had a price drop ... it's coming out in 2 days
anyway, it's not like it matters much to those who are looking fwd to applying the GG...
when i talked with one of the reps before, he told me that head office has explained why they don't match the prices offered by big retailers. they lost a lot of money with batman before and they have no choice, but to pick their battles. the publishers do not have to offer the same price to all retailers apparently.

[Vinman]

you have to keep in mind that he was asking for the best value for his hawx for PS3. he can't use that with your posted deal. for him, that deal is winter cold.

Wow, that's some strange logic - assuming he actually owns a console and wants the game to play (and isn't just flipping like many of you) then paying $49 at Amazon (and getting a $10 GC) is a better deal than giving over your Hawx PS3 copy and *also* paying $49 to EB.

How's this for a better deal... I buy it from Amazon for $49, I keep the $10 GC, then I sell the game back to him for $49 plus his copy of Hawx PS3? That way I walk out with a free $10 GC and a free copy of Hawx.

Sound good, then he gets the same "great deal" and we cut EB out of the equation.

[madara]

Wow, that's some strange logic - assuming he actually owns a console and wants the game to play (and isn't just flipping like many of you) then paying $49 at Amazon (and getting a $10 GC) is a better deal than giving over your Hawx PS3 copy and *also* paying $49 to EB.

How's this for a better deal... I buy it from Amazon for $49, I keep the $10 GC, then I sell the game back to him for $49 plus his copy of Hawx PS3? That way I walk out with a free $10 GC and a free copy of Hawx.

Sound good, then he gets the same "great deal" and we cut EB out of the equation.

i don't know which was strange for you. he didn't even say if he wanted ACII in the first place. fyi, i flip games only to avoid paying full retail price for the games i want. i rarely, sell sealed games and do it only as a last resort to get another game. i don't like getting cash/credit for my games simply because that's not what i need and want. i'm actually sad when i do that since i consider them as trophies from my hunt.

you're proposed deal however is what i find strange. why would he wait for amazon to deliver the game to you, then sked a meet up for exchange later? he can simply walk to an eb store now, PO the game as i previously suggested and have it picked up on release day. again, we're only assuming he wants the game. at least he can try it then decide if he wants to keep it. having said that, i salute you for being willing to go through all the trouble for him.

[Vinman]

i don't know which was strange for you. he didn't even say if he wanted ACII in the first place. fyi, i flip games only to avoid paying full retail price for the games i want. i rarely, sell sealed games and do it only as a last resort to get another game. i don't like getting cash/credit for my games simply because that's not what i need and want. i'm actually sad when i do that since i consider them as trophies from my hunt.

Wow, you must really get the girls, eh?

you're proposed deal however is what i find strange. why would he wait for amazon to deliver the game to you, then sked a meet up for exchange later?

It's a JOKE to illustrate how insane your "give EB $49 plus a game" plan was, again, assuming he actually plays games and isn't a deadbeat game-flipper with no other source of income.

[madara]

Wow, you must really get the girls, eh?



It's a JOKE to illustrate how insane your "give EB $49 plus a game" plan was, again, assuming he actually plays games and isn't a deadbeat game-flipper with no other source of income.

please pardon my ignorance. i thought you were serious since i didn't see any smileys or lol in your post. i guess i did not get your sarcasm since i really thought that was the easiest and best way to go. that and you implied i was one of the game-flippers here who lives off these game deals.

[madara]

TIV at EB today all PS3

QoS - $14.50
Uncharted - $11.50
Rock Band 2 - $8.00

i traded QoS and Uncharted + $14.99 to get Dragon Ball. kept RB since i have bought lots of add-ons for it.

on a side note, i had a funny experience. the rep already knows me well in that store. i told him there is a T2+$ promo on the new website so i should get $25 each for QoS and Uncharted. the assistant mod overheard this and asked me if i was sure it was the .ca and not the .com website. before i even answered, the rep told him, "if we are running a promo he will definitely know about it." we all smiled after that. LOL! one of the reasons why i always go to that store. all the reps are always nice to me.

[jEnkinsX]

TIV at EB today all PS3

QoS - $14.50
Uncharted - $11.50
Rock Band 2 - $8.00

i traded QoS and Uncharted + $14.99 to get Dragon Ball. kept RB since i have bought lots of add-ons for it.

what? 11.50 for Uncharted.. wasnt it < 8 before? or 9

[firebelly]

anyone know the TIV for Fallout 3 GOTY at BB or FS

[madara]

what? 11.50 for Uncharted.. wasnt it < 8 before? or 9

idk about before, but that's what i got today. he even suggested i should keep it and use RB2 instead since it may drop below $8 soon. Uncharted may stay above for a while he said. i still decided to keep RB2 coz i still play it.

[Seifer]

FS today :

Zelda Twilight : $37
Super Smash Brawl : $30 (But got $44.99 + tax like if I returned a used copy that I bought there)

So I got a gift card of $87.xx for those 2 games :lol:

[coolwarm]

EB today:
Mario & Sonic At the Olympic Games DS $15
Rock Band Unplugged PSP $6.5

[La Fleur]

more FS updates, all 360:

Baja and Baja 1000 are both sub $9 (Baja 1000 is $6)
Tom Clancy's Endwar - $4

Neksus, I noticed you did not input my FS tiv quotes from this past week (likely due to the fact that not all of them were precise numbers, rather just said sub-$9). If you could input them that would be very helpful. Most that were sub-$9 were around $5-6, so I doubt a precise value is needed for now. I'm trying to update all the $10.80 - $18 games whenever I'm there (at FS), so I can let people here know what games qualify for the T3.

Also, thanks for adding those missing titles I asked about. I'll let you know if I see more.

[HaelRyan]

Traded Uncharted and Mass Effect to get Uncharted 2 today. Cost an additional $9.99. I do not know the actually trade in values but both were obviously $8+.

[neksus]

more FS updates, all 360:

Baja and Baja 1000 are both sub $9 (Baja 1000 is $6)
Tom Clancy's Endwar - $4

Neksus, I noticed you did not input my FS tiv quotes from this past week (likely due to the fact that not all of them were precise numbers, rather just said sub-$9). If you could input them that would be very helpful. Most that were sub-$9 were around $5-6, so I doubt a precise value is needed for now. I'm trying to update all the $10.80 - $18 games whenever I'm there (at FS), so I can let people here know what games qualify for the T3.

Also, thanks for adding those missing titles I asked about. I'll let you know if I see more.

Got a link to the post? Pretty sure I've updated them. If I didn't then I missed the post completely.

[moonrider77]

I notice you guys are saying that the TIVS.ca website keeping track of the tiv that you submitted, but I did not see anywhere to submit that?

[easterclause]

I notice you guys are saying that the TIVS.ca website keeping track of the tiv that you submitted, but I did not see anywhere to submit that?


Just post here, it happens magically.

[NoName #1]

Just post here, it happens magically.

Also if you post Grappos' name 3 times here he magically appears.:|

[bernier26]

Blockbuster (Nov. 15th)

NHL 2K10 Wii $20

Little Big Planet PS3 $15

[grappos13]

Also if you post Grappos' name 3 times here he magically appears.:|

nope.. only once! :)

[the_fm]

nope.. only once! :)

so you are no genie? >:(
at least, you are not candyman!

[neksus]

I notice you guys are saying that the TIVS.ca website keeping track of the tiv that you submitted, but I did not see anywhere to submit that?

Actually, I don't feel like posting all the details again, but...
www.tivs.ca/account/register/
www.tivs.ca/account/login/

Just post here, it happens magically.

:lol:

[ChopSuey]

Also if you post Grappos' name 3 times here he magically appears.:|

Actually, if you say his name three times, he comes and takes all your PS3 games. :D

[moonrider77]

Actually, I don't feel like posting all the details again, but...
www.tivs.ca/account/register/
www.tivs.ca/account/login/



:lol:

Thanks, neksus. :D

Just sign up, but haven't received the confirmation e-mail yet.

[madara]

actually, if you say his name three times, he comes and takes all your ps3 games. :d

rofl!

[Setz]

Actually, if you say his name three times, he comes and takes all your PS3 games. :D

http://img4.imageshack.us/img4/8569/beetlehoarder.jpg

[grappos13]

i dont need ur guys ps3 games.. i already have every ps3 game ever released in north america!

[GVRtrader]

what? 11.50 for Uncharted.. wasnt it < 8 before? or 9

Uncharted was never below $8 i think and i doubt it will be any time soon as its a great game. Im surprised Mass Effect went back up... it kinda made me do a T3 + for GoW3 UE (89.99 for reference still).

Hannah Montana (Wii) > 8 but forgot exact TIV sorry (think it was $9.50 not sure, was on the phone all 3 times i traded it in...). Traded in a few copy today that i got from RP for 10 + tax with mass effect and a pricer 3rd title (couldn't find a 3rd for <= 10). Again due to being on the phone, all i can say is the following games are above $8 but not exactly sure on the TIV @ EB and i didn't phone EB in advance for TIV due to no one answering but i figure worst case i could just go back to RP to return them.

Transformer 2 (wii, $15 @ RP)
Mario Striker Charged (wii, $12.50 @ RP)
RE collection (wii, 12.50 @ RP)
Julian Fitness (wii, $15.00 @ RP)

CoD 3 (wii) is also still 22.80 @ FS and i can confirm Zelda is still 37 there (i doubt this will change but its pretty hard to find a $5 copy @ BBV or a $20 copy @ RP, note i think i cleared both BBV and RP in GVR of both Zelda and CoD 3 already but i might have missed a few BBV as they don't list all locations).

[GVRtrader]

i dont need ur guys ps3 games.. i already have every ps3 game ever released in north america!

Even ultra rare games like Bladestorm and Disgaea 3? Took me a while to find new versions of both of those for my collection.:cheesygri I found a ton of used copies tho.:cheesygri

[jayare]

At Eb today:

MUA2 (360) - $37
Wheelman (360) - $12.75

[the_fm]

i dont need ur guys ps3 games.. i already have every ps3 game ever released in north america!

what? so you can used them for trade-ins and not use yours. duh! :lol:

[GVRtrader]

what? so you can used them for trade-ins and not use yours. duh! :lol:

I don't think he uses his own to trade in anyways. His trade in title probably all has previous owners and some might not have ever entered his consoles.:cheesygri That holds true for all my PS3/360 trade ins at least. Wii is another story, i try some of the Wii games to see how fun/bad they are.:cheesygri

[Wick98]

I'm considering doing a trade three at (or two) tomorrow, but I haven't been reading this thread much lately (I decided to take a break from T3s for a short period because I had everything I wanted pre-ordered and didn't want to spend any more money.)

What are some cheap qualifying games (at EB) these days? I have a copy of Uncharted I might trade-in, but I'm hoping to pick up 2-5 other trade-in games.

I was hoping the New Super Mario Bros. Trade 2 deal was still on, but I guess it ended on Nov. 7. I guess my best option would be to do a trade 3 for a second pre-order of Assassin's Creed 2 (I've only pre-ordered one in total.) Then use some credit I have to buy Mario Bros, and take both Assassin's Creed copies back to EB for a refund in a week. I could just lend it to a friend to play for the week.

Thanks in advance.

[GVRtrader]

I'm considering doing a trade three at (or two) tomorrow, but I haven't been reading this thread much lately (I decided to take a break from T3s for a short period because I had everything I wanted pre-ordered and didn't want to spend any more money.)

What are some cheap qualifying games (at EB) these days? I have a copy of Uncharted I might trade-in, but I'm hoping to pick up 2-5 other trade-in games.

I was hoping the New Super Mario Bros. Trade 2 deal was still on, but I guess it ended on Nov. 7. I guess my best option would be to do a trade 3 for a second pre-order of Assassin's Creed 2 (I've only pre-ordered one in total.) Then use some credit I have to buy Mario Bros, and take both Assassin's Creed copies back to EB for a refund in a week. I could just lend it to a friend to play for the week.

Thanks in advance.

There is a new promotion for T2 = 50 TIV for games releases Sept - Nov (inclusive) and priced @ 59.99+ (meaning T2 + 9.99/14.99/19.99) depending on the price of the game, which is in effect all month.

Cheap qualifying game depends on luck and there are waaaaay too many to list. I suggest update yourself with tivs.ca and bring a cell phone.:cheesygri

[grappos13]

Even ultra rare games like Bladestorm and Disgaea 3? Took me a while to find new versions of both of those for my collection.:cheesygri I found a ton of used copies tho.:cheesygri

are those ultra rare? i should pick them up then lol... ive seen them around but actually havent got them... i knoe disgaea is ps3 only, so i need that just to add to my ps3 exclusive collection..but is bladestorm ps3 only? hrmm...

man im gonna have a bunch of ps3 exclusives that ill never play lol... but i still want them!

[xbl_sucks]

F.E.A.R for the 360 isn't good for trade 3 anymore it's worth $6 and change and CoD 2 GOTY edition is $2.50 and so is Rise of the Argonauts.

[JDub41]

Couple questions:

1) Does one need a membership to buy games from RP?

2) Isn't there a Rogers sticker of some sort on the disc when you buy used games? If so, I guess EB/BB/FS dont care when you trade them in?

Thanks

[TheHeeyyy]

Couple questions:

1) Does one need a membership to buy games from RP?

2) Isn't there a Rogers sticker of some sort on the disc when you buy used games? If so, I guess EB/BB/FS dont care when you trade them in?

Thanks

1. No, but I'd recommend getting one, since you get Star Rewards for each game you buy, which will pay for itself fairly quickly.

2. Most of their used games don't have stickers, but the ones that get added from their supply of rental games do. They're not too hard to remove, and is usually a wise thing to do if you want to avoid suspicion at the place you plan to trade the games at.

[arty316]

TIV BB today:

Section 8 $35

game is actually pretty fun but the online community is dead with ODST and MW2 out there. Too bad, I was hoping it would become a sleeper hit.

[chris01]

Anyone know how much GOW2 (XBOX360) is worth at BestBuy?

[TheHeeyyy]

Anyone know how much GOW2 (XBOX360) is worth at BestBuy?

$8 is the most recent TIV listing for-it.

[Psubs]

$8 is the most recent TIV listing for-it.

EB

NHL 2K10 (Wii) - $10
Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2 (Wii) - $11.50

BB
Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2 (Wii) - $25
NHL 2K10 (Wii) - Did not come up on the system

[person1313]

Anyone know how much Call of duty 4 (PS3) worth at BestBuy?

[chris01]

Anyone know how much Call of duty 4 (PS3) worth at BestBuy?

When I traded it in 2 weeks ago it was worth $10.25 (the Xbox 360 version).

[GVRtrader]

NHL 2K10 (Wii) - Did not come up on the system

Same for FS... NHL 2k9 is 8.40 @ FS (wii again) but 2k10 isn't listed. The rep even asked the manager why and they have no idea. My guess is someone @ HQ forgot to enter it into their database.

[Vinman]

Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2 (Wii) - $11.50

Wow, that's just an insult straight from EB.

If one of their CSRs offered me $11 for Marvel: UA 2, I'd smack him in the head with the game box.

[chris01]

$8 is the most recent TIV listing for-it.

Ok. So I guess it would be reasonable to assume that BestBuy would offer $8.00 as well (because that listing is for EB Games).

[GVRtrader]

are those ultra rare? i should pick them up then lol... ive seen them around but actually havent got them... i knoe disgaea is ps3 only, so i need that just to add to my ps3 exclusive collection..but is bladestorm ps3 only? hrmm...

man im gonna have a bunch of ps3 exclusives that ill never play lol... but i still want them!

Diseaga 3 is probably the best strategy RPG on PS3 (not saying a lot, since there really aren't any). The trophy getting in it takes quite some time and the game has huge replay value if you like the game (max level 9999 + you can respawn @ lvl 1). It is a PS3 only game and super rare new. There are a few here and there used but its a pretty rare game (i grabbed the last new copy in BC i think 2 weeks ago and that was searching for ~2 months for a brand new copy to replace the mint used copy i had).

Bladestorm is both PS3 and 360 but out of print. Decent strategy game but nothing really special (Three Kingdoms is much better so i kinda expected more since its from the same programmers). It has been out of print for a while so its somewhat rare (about as rare as Diseaga 3 but you should now see a ton @ BB after T4G2 as it was a filler item @ RP for that so im sure a lot of people used it).

I go for a different collection than you... instead of PS3 only titles, i go for all PS3 titles and bought new. Although there are games i don't bother getting till they are < $10 (just cause the reviews are so bad its not worth getting... e.g. Legendary...).

[GVRtrader]

Wow, that's just an insult straight from EB.

If one of their CSRs offered me $11 for Marvel: UA 2, I'd smack him in the head with the game box.

Heh get used to it @ EB. I think they give $10-20 for Madden (wii) yet BB/FS BOTH gives 40 for it. EB is really only good for most wanted promotions and T3G1F (or T2 + x get it free).

The best regular TIV (in general) is found at BBV but they have next to no promotions. RP is hit or miss but their T3/T2 promotions are crazy nice and their used game sales are great. BB/FS have surprising values for some games and crap values for others but their credit is the most useful. RP's T3 is a crazy example of how bad their TIVs can be. For example the total value of 3 tard T3 titles can be as low as $13.20 but if you use them for a promotional game, it bumps up all the values to 23.33 (mint condition*). Thats $70 for what would've traded in @ $13.20 (maybe there's an even lower combo for T3 but thats the lowest i found so far). For the same 3 titles, im pretty sure every location would've given more than $13.20 but no location would've given a free game.

[Vinman]

Lately I've been hitting the various Rogers locations around here more often and just staying far away from EB. Piss-poor TIVs, horribly-overpriced used games and virtually no good TXG1F deals.

Rogers, on the other hand, has had some excellent sales lately, including the 50% clearance new games and 50% off Wii used promotions, which I used to snag a few games I've been wanting to get for awhile, like Sacred 2 and Mario Sluggers. I even picked up a pair of cheap mics for RB2 at $12 a pop, then resold the sealed Sing It PS3/360 games on EBay. And the vast majority of their used games now include manuals!!

RP is now my one-stop-shopping emporium for all my gaming needs.

[grappos13]

Diseaga 3 is probably the best strategy RPG on PS3 (not saying a lot, since there really aren't any). The trophy getting in it takes quite some time and the game has huge replay value if you like the game (max level 9999 + you can respawn @ lvl 1). It is a PS3 only game and super rare new. There are a few here and there used but its a pretty rare game (i grabbed the last new copy in BC i think 2 weeks ago and that was searching for ~2 months for a brand new copy to replace the mint used copy i had).

Bladestorm is both PS3 and 360 but out of print. Decent strategy game but nothing really special (Three Kingdoms is much better so i kinda expected more since its from the same programmers). It has been out of print for a while so its somewhat rare (about as rare as Diseaga 3 but you should now see a ton @ BB after T4G2 as it was a filler item @ RP for that so im sure a lot of people used it).

I go for a different collection than you... instead of PS3 only titles, i go for all PS3 titles and bought new. Although there are games i don't bother getting till they are < $10 (just cause the reviews are so bad its not worth getting... e.g. Legendary...).

heh.. originally i was going that way.. and ya i dont spend much on any games.. but no i decided im just going for PS3 exclusives and other games that i actually want / r good games... any also any cheap collectors/limited editions i can get my hands on as well..

[GVRtrader]

Lately I've been hitting the various Rogers locations around here more often and just staying far away from EB. Piss-poor TIVs, horribly-overpriced used games and virtually no good TXG1F deals.

Rogers, on the other hand, has had some excellent sales lately, including the 50% clearance new games and 50% off Wii used promotions, which I used to snag a few games I've been wanting to get for awhile, like Sacred 2 and Mario Sluggers. I even picked up a pair of cheap mics for RB2 at $12 a pop, then resold the sealed Sing It PS3/360 games on EBay. And the vast majority of their used games now include manuals!!

RP is now my one-stop-shopping emporium for all my gaming needs.

Its becoming that for me too. I'm buying and trading it back there (tho i buy with 1 card and trade using the other now). The 50% off Wii used promotion is even better since there are no games priced over $40 it seems (at least not that i've seen, some games are marked @ 49.99 but they scan @ 39.99). Even @ $40, some of these games are the best deal around but you add the 50% off and its super hot.

The 50% sale yields some great games too... here's a quick summary (maybe we should make a new one since prices have been updated)...

All prices AFTER discount
MLB 09 the Show (PS3 - 17.50, PSP - 12.50)
Argo (PS3/360) - $20
Tomb Raider: Underworld (PS3/360) - $10
Bionic Commando (PS3/360) - $20 (or $25, i seen it marked @ $40 so i think its $20 but someone should confirm this 'cause i haven't bought it new there...)
Grid (PS3 RARE/360) - $15
Afro Samurai (PS3/360) - $15 (tho possible its removed from list)
GodFather 2 (PS3/360) - $15 (possible removed from list but could still be in some bins)
Star Wars: Unleased (PS3) - $12.50 (didn't buy it, only seen @ Oak and 15th so need confirmation)
007 QoS (PS3/360) - $20
Reddick - $20
Sacred 2 PS3/360 - $30
Legendary (this game has horrible reviews!) - $30
X-man: W (PS3/360 - 30, Wii - $25)
Brother in Arms: HH (PS3/360) - $12.50
Up (PS3/360/wii) - 12.50
GTA PSP (errr forgot which one lol) - $10
Rock Band 1 (PS3/360) - $10
Rock Band track list (varies) - $10

Wii
Madden 09 - 10
Tiger Woods 09 - 10
Fifa 09 - 12.50
NBA 09 - 12.50
Lots of other (way too many to list!)

Lots more but that should start the list...

[jEnkinsX]

Tomb Raider: Underworld (PS3/360) - $10
GodFather 2 (PS3/360) - $15
007 QoS (PS3/360) - $20


$35 for GF2 and 007?! And trade it back for MW2? I should check this out tomorrow..

[GVRtrader]

$35 for GF2 and 007?! And trade it back for MW2? I should check this out tomorrow..

Those are NEW prices tho GF2 has been removed from 50% list, its still in some 50% bin with the tag (manual overwrite will be done in this case since there's a 50% sticker on it).

007 QoS can be bought for 19.99 - 30% but with this title, you run a slightly higher risk with bad reps. Rather you want to try it or not, its your choice. I would go with something safer such as NFS, which is really just $3 more.

[alwaysbuylow]

BB TIVs:

Nascar Kart Racing Wii $8
Mario & Sonic At the Olympic Games Wii $25
Mario & Sonic At the Winter Olympic Games Wii $25
Madden 10 Wii $16.80

[La Fleur]

Diseaga 3 is probably the best strategy RPG on PS3 (not saying a lot, since there really aren't any). The trophy getting in it takes quite some time and the game has huge replay value if you like the game (max level 9999 + you can respawn @ lvl 1). It is a PS3 only game and super rare new. There are a few here and there used but its a pretty rare game (i grabbed the last new copy in BC i think 2 weeks ago and that was searching for ~2 months for a brand new copy to replace the mint used copy i had).

Bladestorm is both PS3 and 360 but out of print. Decent strategy game but nothing really special (Three Kingdoms is much better so i kinda expected more since its from the same programmers). It has been out of print for a while so its somewhat rare (about as rare as Diseaga 3 but you should now see a ton @ BB after T4G2 as it was a filler item @ RP for that so im sure a lot of people used it).

I go for a different collection than you... instead of PS3 only titles, i go for all PS3 titles and bought new. Although there are games i don't bother getting till they are < $10 (just cause the reviews are so bad its not worth getting... e.g. Legendary...).

Dude, save yourself the pain. Legendary is easily one of the worst games I've played this gen and as cool as the concept sounds (like really, how could they f that up!) it remains better not purchased, unless it pops up in the Walmart .98 category. Thankfully I picked it up 2 for 40 last year and traded it in for $25 after a miserable 2 hours. Legendary it certainly is not!

[TheBigSorbo]

Chronicles of Riddick - $7.50 @ BBV

Saw it for $19.99 - 30% and wondered if it still had a good trade in value at BBV, it was $30 a few weeks ago.

[rfdnoob]

ebg dropping tivs like crazy, ninja sigma 2 ps3 is only worth 17 bucks or so

[grappos13]

ebg dropping tivs like crazy, ninja sigma 2 ps3 is only worth 17 bucks or so

stupid move by them since they r already getting owned by rogers plus and bestbuy with deals... ud think they would have higher TIV's if they want to get our business...

[Haz]

stupid move by them since they r already getting owned by rogers plus and bestbuy with deals... ud think they would have higher TIV's if they want to get our business...They don't want our business. They want Average Joe and Soccer Mom's business. Those people are willing to take next to nothing since it's less hassle that way to make space and are willing to pay regular price too.

Why? Because a specialty game store is the best place for games! :)

[Captain Snazzypants]

stupid move by them since they r already getting owned by rogers plus and bestbuy with deals... ud think they would have higher TIV's if they want to get our business...

They don't want our business. They want Average Joe and Soccer Mom's business. Those people are willing to take next to nothing since it's less hassle that way to make space and are willing to pay regular price too.

Why? Because a specialty game store is the best place for games! :)

It does make you wonder. You'd think that with increasingly stiff competition they would not be heading in this direction, but they are.

And in case this is news to everyone, the minimum $8 TIV at EB is going up to $9 apparently. The big T3G1F poster at my local store has a little sticker over the fine print with a $9 instead. Anyone else see this?

[La Fleur]

It does make you wonder. You'd think that with increasingly stiff competition they would not be heading in this direction, but they are.

And in case this is news to everyone, the minimum $8 TIV at EB is going up to $9 apparently. The big T3G1F poster at my local store has a little sticker over the fine print with a $9 instead. Anyone else see this?

This has been rumoured for a while, but I've yet to see physical proof of it. I'll look tomorrow (I mean today) when I pick up Ass Creed preorder. If that's the case, we can knock another good 20 tivs off the list of eligible titles for trade promos. Can't blame them entirely . . . most of us here have told them to lower tivs to curb loophole abuse and for all we know someone from HO observing these threads has done just that. But the rapid pace at which they're moving is what is most unsettling. Less than $20 for a solid AA game only 2 months old? That's pawn shop territory which EB is quickly regressing to again. Only problem is back then it was nut up or shut up (or Microplay), but now we don't have to tolerate bad business, since there are so many options to explore both for cheaper games and comparable trade promos. It is quite clear they want to milk the $ out of the growing category of misinformed and ignorant gaming public, so this coinciding with C-mas could just be a short-term C-mas profit boost.

[JKR Firefox]

Grand Theft Auto 4 - 7.00
Mercenaries 2 - 3.00

:(

Edit: Both TIV's are for the PS3 versions.

[Haz]

It does make you wonder. You'd think that with increasingly stiff competition they would not be heading in this direction, but they are.

And in case this is news to everyone, the minimum $8 TIV at EB is going up to $9 apparently. The big T3G1F poster at my local store has a little sticker over the fine print with a $9 instead. Anyone else see this?With this and the rapidly declining TIVs, the T3G1F promo just lost a bit of luster. Oh well. They're just games. Just means some of us will just play new releases when they're a little less new.

[Acid_]

stupid move by them since they r already getting owned by rogers plus and bestbuy with deals... ud think they would have higher TIV's if they want to get our business...

They don't want our business. They want Average Joe and Soccer Mom's business. Those people are willing to take next to nothing since it's less hassle that way to make space and are willing to pay regular price too.

Why? Because a specialty game store is the best place for games! :)

Yeah but EB has got to be careful. If they lower TIVs to the point where Average Joes and Soccer Moms aren't happy with them they'll stop trading at EB. And EB has worked hard to get it's reputation. If it shatters it's reputation it'll take a lot to build it back up.

Heck, before I got into buying games to trade I still used EB mostly for high TIVs, trade 3s, and used games.

High TIVs are going away. I don't think we'll see $40 TIVs for games like Resident Evil 5 and Fallout 3 (that stay high for months) for quite a while.
$17 doesn't compare to $40

Trade 3s are drying up as has been posted above. Turds turning to sub-turds and the minimum TIV being $9. The deal looses it's shine.

Used games are usually cheaper at BBV or at RP when they have a sale. The only edge EB holds here is that it has a good selection. If you want a used Borne Conspiracy or Dead Rising, EB will probably have it. BBV and RP (FS and BB) aren't as dependable.

All this means less and less traffic at EB.

If I were EB I'd keep my TIVs pretty competitive to keep traffic coming in and used game stock high and then restructure the Trade 3s.

Trade 3s need a $15 TIV.
No switching a trade 3 to another title. Make customers sign something so they agree with this and give them a nicely crafted card that outlines the trade 3 policy.
No changing a trade 3 into credit.
No returning trade 3s.
No trading more than one copy of each game per system per customer.

This would pretty much take care of issues they have with us.

[GVRtrader]

Guess its a good thing i did all my T3 for next year already but these recent changes @ EB will cost them in the long run. Short term, they are bound to make more money as they lower the cost of obtaining used games and still selling them for the same price (noticed how TIV has been diving but most used game sell price are the same?). In the long run, more and more customers will turn their used games to BB/FS/RP/BBV/ and maybe even Walmart (rumor). That means EB will no longer get nearly the number of used games that they used to.

Not only that, less people bringing in used game also means less customers entering the store, which will result in quite a bit less business. If you are doing a trade in at another location and the price of the game is same everywhere, why would you make another trip to EB to get a game? You'll just get it at the location you currently are. Plus you might have credit at the location, which means you might even buy it there if EB has the game for $5 less.

The only reason i see EB doing this now (at least logical reason), is they know physical media for gaming is dying and will be dead soon (say 2-5 years, with "next gen" probably being the last gen) so they want to make as much money as possible while they can. Of course rather physical media will die remains to be seen, it seems like developers are trying to head that direction.

If EB was smart, they really should just pay attention to whats on sale everywhere and adjust their TIVs properly. They could also add a condition (or adjust) their T3 promotion to min total value of say $30 or some value. Honestly getting a list of all used game/new game pricing everywhere doesn't require a lot of work and would save a company quite a bit of money... it makes me wonder why none of them bother doing this.

Also surprised Madden 10 (wii) finally dropped @ BB. Though if they follow RFD, it was bound to happen. I wonder if MLB 09 the Show (PS3) also dropped... since i posted that a few days ago, they must have figured out by now...

[Vinman]

It is quite clear they want to milk the $ out of the growing category of misinformed and ignorant gaming public

I don't know about this "plan" as foot traffic at our local EB and GS stores is WAY down, and the last time I was in there, a parent came in with a little boy for a trade-in, and was visibly shocked with how low the TIV was.

They left in a huff and didn't trade one game to EB and will probably not be back.

[Freckle Daddy]

I don't know about this "plan" as foot traffic at our local EB and GS stores is WAY down, and the last time I was in there, a parent came in with a little boy for a trade-in, and was visibly shocked with how low the TIV was.

They left in a huff and didn't trade one game to EB and will probably not be back.

I would be interested to see there numbers about customer counts but I doubt that'll ever happen.

I've actually seen the complete opposite on recent visits. One father came in with his daughter and traded a game he bought the night before at $50 for $10 in credit because his daughter hated it then he bought her a new game. Wish I saw what game it was but I didn't.

Also back with the trade 4 get PS3/GH3 for $199 I saw two sets of mom/kids come in to trade for it only to get denied. They both ended up buying the ps3 for full price because you know that those kids were super pumped and would have been disappointed big time.

After watching the ps3 promo work for EB I felt no guilt dumpin some BOGO turds to them from RP.

But I will agree that I don't visit EB anymore unless it's to T3G1, not that they probably care about my business.

[Vinman]

Also back with the trade 4 get PS3/GH3 for $199 I saw two sets of mom/kids come in to trade for it only to get denied. They both ended up buying the ps3 for full price because you know that those kids were super pumped and would have been disappointed big time.

That's EB's whole business plan, but it only works once.

Those parents will likely not be back and will have a long memory when it comes to another EB trade-in "deal", not to mention spreading the word about getting scammed.

This strategy (also employed by MDG) depends on a constant supply of morons, but it will eat into the bottom line of a large chain like GS/EB.

[mahjongmaniac]

when i talked with one of the reps before, he told me that head office has explained why they don't match the prices offered by big retailers. they lost a lot of money with batman before and they have no choice, but to pick their battles. the publishers do not have to offer the same price to all retailers apparently.

BAA was a specific case in which many retailers PMed WM's price

i understand ^that part of what you say, but keep in mind sometimes it's the vendors the drop the MSRP, to which all retailers can follow suite to drop

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what? 11.50 for Uncharted.. wasnt it < 8 before? or 9

it was reported as borderline $8 TIV last wk... perhaps it went up

[mahjongmaniac]

Actually, if you say his name three times, he comes and takes all your PS3 games. :D

ROFLMAO :lol:

you forgot balonis, klepto, and GVRtrader :D

[baconape]

bought warioware smooth moves from bbv for 9.99 - eb gave 19.xx
bought spiderman (new one with wolverine and vemon with the black ooze)
from rp 17.99 - 30% = 12.xx eb offered 7.50 for it (going to keep it)
bought mario tennis for 24.99 -50% = 12.xx eb gave 17.xx (i think)
did a trade two +20. for assgreed2

[Haz]

Yeah but EB has got to be careful. If they lower TIVs to the point where Average Joes and Soccer Moms aren't happy with them they'll stop trading at EB. And EB has worked hard to get it's reputation. If it shatters it's reputation it'll take a lot to build it back up.

Heck, before I got into buying games to trade I still used EB mostly for high TIVs, trade 3s, and used games.

High TIVs are going away. I don't think we'll see $40 TIVs for games like Resident Evil 5 and Fallout 3 (that stay high for months) for quite a while.
$17 doesn't compare to $40

Trade 3s are drying up as has been posted above. Turds turning to sub-turds and the minimum TIV being $9. The deal looses it's shine.

Used games are usually cheaper at BBV or at RP when they have a sale. The only edge EB holds here is that it has a good selection. If you want a used Borne Conspiracy or Dead Rising, EB will probably have it. BBV and RP (FS and BB) aren't as dependable.

All this means less and less traffic at EB.

If I were EB I'd keep my TIVs pretty competitive to keep traffic coming in and used game stock high and then restructure the Trade 3s.

Trade 3s need a $15 TIV.
No switching a trade 3 to another title. Make customers sign something so they agree with this and give them a nicely crafted card that outlines the trade 3 policy.
No changing a trade 3 into credit.
No returning trade 3s.
No trading more than one copy of each game per system per customer.

This would pretty much take care of issues they have with us.Another take on this is that it's a temporary adjustment for the holiday season. Maybe the have too much inventory and need to be empty enough for all the January trade ins. Who knows. Someone at EB obviously thought this through.

[Setz]

ROFLMAO :lol:

you forgot balonis, klepto, and GVRtrader :D

Sssshhh... don't say Klepto's name three times or he might indeed come back and teef all our turdz.

[Haz]

Sssshhh... don't say Klepto's name three times or he might indeed come back and teef all our turdz.You should be able to hear the ricer coming a mile away.

[Acid_]

Another take on this is that it's a temporary adjustment for the holiday season. Maybe the have too much inventory and need to be empty enough for all the January trade ins. Who knows. Someone at EB obviously thought this through.

Maybe, I guess time will tell. But EB has done very stupid things in the past like giving >=$8 for Logans Shadow PSP for weeks and stuff. I wouldn't doubt if they are reacting to all the deals that RFDers got in the summer and haven't planned out long term.

[cereal83]

I just went with Eb Games in the Hillcrest Mall

PS3

Operation Flashpoint 2 - $26.50
Kayne and Lynch - $4.75
IL sturmovik - $24.50
Dirt 2 - $ 32.25
NFS: Shift - $29.50

Total $117.50

[La Fleur]

Another take on this is that it's a temporary adjustment for the holiday season. Maybe the have too much inventory and need to be empty enough for all the January trade ins. Who knows. Someone at EB obviously thought this through.

I'm leaning towards this angle for now. I think we may just be forgetting that with the holidays there will be increased trading, so this could just be EB's way of squeezing that extra dollar out of customers. Could also explain the drop in tivs at FS too. A large # of ppl will inevitably trade in their games this holiday season just so they can afford the COD's, Marios, Assassins' and so forth. This is the season of impulse buying, and for that matter, trading.

[NonStopInTheMix]

I'm leaning towards this angle for now. I think we may just be forgetting that with the holidays there will be increased trading, so this could just be EB's way of squeezing that extra dollar out of customers. Could also explain the drop in tivs at FS too. A large # of ppl will inevitably trade in their games this holiday season just so they can afford the COD's, Marios, Assassins' and so forth. This is the season of impulse buying, and for that matter, trading.

Except the problem is, EB is known for its fluctuating TIVs [both up and down for some AAA titles] but for stores like FS, its pretty much guaranteed that once a TIV tanks, it'll never go up ever again. :(

[JF Ryan]

EB Tivs:

X-Men Origins: Wolverine - Uncaged Edition 360-9.50, PS3-14.50
Call of Juarez bound in blood 360 - $12
GTA Chinatown Wars DS - $14
Dynasty Warriors 6 Empires 360 -$12.00

[funkymankevx]

I have a quick question wondering if the tivs website is still updated regularly?

[the_fm]

trade these 2 for NSMB Wii

Left 4 Dead x360 - 12.75
COD4: MW GOTY x360 - 12.50

[Haz]

I have a quick question wondering if the tivs website is still updated regularly?Neksus does his best to update whenever we provide the info. Lots of discussions lately and fewer updates in this thread.

[La Fleur]

Neksus does his best to update whenever we provide the info. Lots of discussions lately and fewer updates in this thread.

Touche. We'd be better served with more tiv updates here, although discussion is certainly not frowned on. Neksus missed a couple tivs I posted here, but he's only human (right?) He got those Best Buy values up, so I think if we coordinated getting values for other places we'd have less confusion/discussion about places ripping us off. Case in point: I goozexed Madden unawares it was $40 tiv at FS. I dont regret it, but I'd gladly take FS credit now with the holidays looming (gift buying).

Or maybe everyone is playing their games right now . . . :cheesygri

[dwsn]

BBV:
Up (Wii) - $9

[Acid_]

Touche. We'd be better served with more tiv updates here, although discussion is certainly not frowned on. Neksus missed a couple tivs I posted here, but he's only human (right?) He got those Best Buy values up, so I think if we coordinated getting values for other places we'd have less confusion/discussion about places ripping us off. Case in point: I goozexed Madden unawares it was $40 tiv at FS. I dont regret it, but I'd gladly take FS credit now with the holidays looming (gift buying).

Or maybe everyone is playing their games right now . . . :cheesygri

I think this may be the key. I mean you could beef up your weapons in MW2 and get some new perks or bash zombies with your pals or stand in line at EB and hope your turds hold their value....hmmmmmmmm

[the_fm]

I think this may be the key. I mean you could beef up your weapons in MW2 and get some new perks or bash zombies with your pals or stand in line at EB and hope your turds hold their value....hmmmmmmmm

yeah. the tivs hunting is usually done during the summer/end of summer. now, we are just enjoying our games ;)

[grappos13]

I just went with Eb Games in the Hillcrest Mall

PS3

Operation Flashpoint 2 - $26.50
Kayne and Lynch - $4.75
IL sturmovik - $24.50
Dirt 2 - $ 32.25
NFS: Shift - $29.50

Total $117.50

i woulda gave u cash for NFS shift, Operation Flash point at those trade ins... shoulda tried selling on BST imo for games that new..

[Captain Snazzypants]

Touche. We'd be better served with more tiv updates here, although discussion is certainly not frowned on. Neksus missed a couple tivs I posted here, but he's only human (right?) He got those Best Buy values up, so I think if we coordinated getting values for other places we'd have less confusion/discussion about places ripping us off. Case in point: I goozexed Madden unawares it was $40 tiv at FS. I dont regret it, but I'd gladly take FS credit now with the holidays looming (gift buying).

Or maybe everyone is playing their games right now . . . :cheesygri

Am I missing something? I don't see Best Buy or Rogers Plus TIV values on tivs.ca

This page lists the Canadian trade in values of games for the Sony Playstation 3 (PS3) console at EB Games, Future Shop, Blockbuster Video and Rogers Plus/Rogers Video.

As for Goozex, you got 1000 points for Madden didn't you? Unless that was for Wii...

[grappos13]

^ i got 1000 points for madden 10 twice on goozex...

now im down to only 1 sealed copy of madden 10 that i need to get rid of lol...

[kindred_99]

I was at an EB picking up my Assassin's Creed 2 and a mother with her kid was trying to do a trade and was freaking at the low trade values. Every time they scanned an item and told her the price she commented on how much she had paid for the item at that very store and eventually even chewed out the poor salesgirl when she asked how much they resold the games for as used. Apparently she had been buying her games there used since they were cheaper and now felt hosed when they were offering her so little for the games. She told her kid that they could sell them online or even trade with their friends and she made a point of telling the salesgirl that she would never buy anything there again. I think it would do EB a lot of good to have some kind of bonus trade value if you trade something in there that you had already purchased there. I think they used to do so for certain games and it at least promotes some loyalty. I'm sure that for every mother like the one I saw today there are hundreds that could care less and don't want the hassle of selling their games on their own, which is why EB does as well as it does. It was certainly nice to see someone refuse to just bend over and take it for once.

[Acid_]

I was at an EB picking up my Assassin's Creed 2 and a mother with her kid was trying to do a trade and was freaking at the low trade values. Every time they scanned an item and told her the price she commented on how much she had paid for the item at that very store and eventually even chewed out the poor salesgirl when she asked how much they resold the games for as used. Apparently she had been buying her games there used since they were cheaper and now felt hosed when they were offering her so little for the games. She told her kid that they could sell them online or even trade with their friends and she made a point of telling the salesgirl that she would never buy anything there again. I think it would do EB a lot of good to have some kind of bonus trade value if you trade something in there that you had already purchased there. I think they used to do so for certain games and it at least promotes some loyalty. I'm sure that for every mother like the one I saw today there are hundreds that could care less and don't want the hassle of selling their games on their own, which is why EB does as well as it does. It was certainly nice to see someone refuse to just bend over and take it for once.

This is also what we've been talking about where EB is going to loose it's reputation as a place where it can be reasonable to trade games. Customers like this one will be insulted and feel like EB wants to take advantage of them. It will take a lot of effort to get these customers back.

[kindred_99]

The problem with moms like this is that they don't keep this info to themselves. You can bet that every other mom she knows will hear about it and that is what can hurt certain stores. You don't want to get a reputation for ripping people off, it becomes that much more difficult to get them back. Places like EB are really missing the boat when it comes to loyalty. I'm not talking about people like us, we're going to research and be informed and go where the deals are. The people that trade their games in for next to nothing, who pay $5 less than new for a used game, who pay $3 for a warranty they will never use, they should treat those people like gold and offer them something. Give them a points card, a discount on every n-th trade or purchase, anything to keep them from going elsewhere. Once people realize that there are alternatives for trades (and if those other places can get their acts together and make it easy and worth it to choose them instead) they will probably never go back to EB.

[spoonEM]

First time going to FS to trade in, only one person there could do it and he was no where to be found. Anyways, got it done eventually:
Xbox 360
Fallout 3: $19.50
Madden 10: $28.00

[GVRtrader]

I was at an EB picking up my Assassin's Creed 2 and a mother with her kid was trying to do a trade and was freaking at the low trade values. Every time they scanned an item and told her the price she commented on how much she had paid for the item at that very store and eventually even chewed out the poor salesgirl when she asked how much they resold the games for as used. Apparently she had been buying her games there used since they were cheaper and now felt hosed when they were offering her so little for the games. She told her kid that they could sell them online or even trade with their friends and she made a point of telling the salesgirl that she would never buy anything there again. I think it would do EB a lot of good to have some kind of bonus trade value if you trade something in there that you had already purchased there. I think they used to do so for certain games and it at least promotes some loyalty. I'm sure that for every mother like the one I saw today there are hundreds that could care less and don't want the hassle of selling their games on their own, which is why EB does as well as it does. It was certainly nice to see someone refuse to just bend over and take it for once.

Saw something similar with a parent having NSMB in her hand and a few games to trade in (im guessing it was trade towards NSMB not T2 + x but i didn't hear what they were saying). The mom left with all her games and ended up not getting NSMB saying something like I'll just get it at Superstore on her way out (RCSS is right beside EB @ metro). One of the games in her hands was Zelda and another looked like Punchout i think so she had 2 that was > $8 forsure, reason im guessing it was not T2 + x. Of course it was a guess.

What is interesting is it seems like EB is offering 40 TIV for NHL 10 again (PS3). They might've dropped the TIV for just a week (MW2 release promotion) and then bumped it back up after. Anyone who has it might want to phone in to confirm but the person in front of me got 40 credit for NHL 10 PS3 and its on their Most Wanted List this month for $40 so its quite possible it went back up on Sunday (the date Brutal Legend/NHL 10/NFS: Shift changed back to 69.99 due to MW2 promotion ending).

[GVRtrader]

The problem with moms like this is that they don't keep this info to themselves. You can bet that every other mom she knows will hear about it and that is what can hurt certain stores. You don't want to get a reputation for ripping people off, it becomes that much more difficult to get them back. Places like EB are really missing the boat when it comes to loyalty. I'm not talking about people like us, we're going to research and be informed and go where the deals are. The people that trade their games in for next to nothing, who pay $5 less than new for a used game, who pay $3 for a warranty they will never use, they should treat those people like gold and offer them something. Give them a points card, a discount on every n-th trade or purchase, anything to keep them from going elsewhere. Once people realize that there are alternatives for trades (and if those other places can get their acts together and make it easy and worth it to choose them instead) they will probably never go back to EB.

That would probably end up being Best Buy and i doubt too many people will go back to EB. RP are too picky about game conditions that they will drive away most soccer mom, etc since they are so picky. BBV have crappy TIV for older games that are great but do have great TIV for recent release and some games. Their biggest problem is of course some location go into details of hair color, licenses plate, etc. FS is a pain to do trade in (goto Ent. to find a rep? seriously that has to be the worst way of doing trade ins!). With BB not even asking you for number 2/3 the times (varies with rep) and generally low requirement on conditions/manual + best use of credit, they are bound to steal a lot of EB's customer before EB started to drive away customers. Now it just speeds up the process.

I'm pretty much sticking to my plan of not dropping into EB unless i want to burn some of my EB credit or picking up a previous PO. Doubt i'm doing another trade in @ EB this year.:cheesygri Unless of course RP does 2/40 next month...

[kindred_99]

My point exactly, FS and BB need to find a better, faster way to process trades. They might be new at it but the process, and their overall demeanor when doing trades can be a bit off-putting. They would do themselves a favour by posting trade values online and (God forbid) lock in the values for a period of time. If they are confident enough in their retail prices to post them online, they should do the same for trade values. They would probably end up with more trades overall. People don't want to go to store after store with games looking for the best values, which is probably why many just end up going to EB. BBV and RP have been doing it for longer and they are definitely easier to deal with than FS or BB.

[GVRtrader]

My point exactly, FS and BB need to find a better, faster way to process trades. They might be new at it but the process, and their overall demeanor when doing trades can be a bit off-putting. They would do themselves a favour by posting trade values online and (God forbid) lock in the values for a period of time. If they are confident enough in their retail prices to post them online, they should do the same for trade values. They would probably end up with more trades overall. People don't want to go to store after store with games looking for the best values, which is probably why many just end up going to EB. BBV and RP have been doing it for longer and they are definitely easier to deal with than FS or BB.

They need some new reps too as many of the rep @ CS have no clue how to do trade in (@ BB). FS needs to do it at customer service counter too and NOT require manager overwrite to do a trade in (seriously waiting for manager/super is quite a waste of time). BB if you get the right rep is super quick.

[engmsf]

EB games Nov 17/09

PS3 Dragon Age - $37
PS3 Uncharted 2 - $35
PS3 Uncharted 1 - $8

[La Fleur]

Am I missing something? I don't see Best Buy or Rogers Plus TIV values on tivs.ca



As for Goozex, you got 1000 points for Madden didn't you? Unless that was for Wii...

You need to register to see those values. They also don't show up on blackberry/iphone as far as I know, which kind of stinks, but I'm sure neksus will update that eventually.

Yea, it was the Wii Madden.

[whoa-albert]

Just did the "Trade 3, Get it for Free" deal at EB Games.

EB Games - 11/17/09

Resident Evil 4: Wii Edition (Wii) - $8
Star Wars: Force Unleashed (Wii) - $8
Tales of Symphonia: Dawn of the New World (Wii) - $9

Got Forza. =)

[bellthecat]

EB Games, 11/17/09

(PS3) Guitar Hero 5 - $25.50

[Vinman]

Lots of discussions lately and fewer updates in this thread.

That's because EB has tanked their TIVs and aren't offering any good deals.

When that happens, I'd rather sell/trade/etc. my excess games than give them away to EB for a shiny new penny. More people like me = less trades-ins = fewer TIV updates.

[Parth]

Anyone know if COD4:MW is still $37 at FS?? My money is on no but it doesn't hurt to ask.

Want to get rid of it now that I know I'll never play it again. It's either going to FS or bring traded to RP for AC2 (which got surprisingly good reviews!).

[kindred_99]

I think someone here mentioned that both COD4 and CODWAW both dropped big time in anticipation of MW2. I sold both last week for $40 each on Kijiji just in case, WAW was an extra copy and figured I could eventually pick up COD4 for much less down the road since I'm done playing with it and just want it for the collection. It might be more of a hassle and take more time but you can sell/trade for a lot more on CL or Kijiji than you can get for regular trades (meaning not TxGx deals) at EB, etc.

[Parth]

Someone paid $40 for it??!!!

Yea I guess it doesn't hurt to put it up. But I can't believe someone would be willing to pay that.

[kindred_99]

If you're patient when selling online, eventually everything sells. You can post for $x amount and people will offer you anything from 1/10 to half of what you're asking for, some $5 off just to make themselves feel good. If you're reasonable and stay on top of what games are selling for at retail then you should be able to sell/trade for a fair amount, much more than EB, etc will give you.

[Vinman]

If you're patient when selling online, eventually everything sells.

Yep, I keep an eBay store active with a few hundred items I have laying around, and you just never know what people are going to be looking for. OOP games and DVDs are always great sellers, and I've sold games for $50+ that EB wouldn't give me a dollar for.

It's even worse now that EB has tanked TIVs, so selling online is a far more attractive option.

[calpico]

EB

Ratchet & Clank Future: A Crack in Time - $23.00

[GVRtrader]

EB

Ratchet & Clank Future: A Crack in Time - $23.00

... Now thats just crazy. The game should trade for 30+ everywhere... great game and less than a month old...:|

[mahjongmaniac]

Transformer 2 (wii, $15 @ RP)
Mario Striker Charged (wii, $12.50 @ RP)
RE collection (wii, 12.50 @ RP)
Julian Fitness (wii, $15.00 @ RP)

are these new or used copies?

i'm assuming used since i've seen a new copy of MSC (Wii) for $50 sticker-tagged, less 50% off which is $25 (but i didn't check scanned price)

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are those ultra rare? i should pick them up then lol... ive seen them around but actually havent got them... i knoe disgaea is ps3 only, so i need that just to add to my ps3 exclusive collection..but is bladestorm ps3 only? hrmm...

i don't think Disgaea is ultra rare, but it'd be hard to find at a cheap price

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2) Isn't there a Rogers sticker of some sort on the disc when you buy used games? If so, I guess EB/BB/FS dont care when you trade them in?


it's the RP "void" sticker if you try to peel it off

it really depends on the store, but you're bound to run into PPed games / PVed movies w/ that sticker every once in a while

the worst part is, sometimes they put those stickers onto the game's manual, and that makes it much harder to remove (compared to those on the disc)... :
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[GVRtrader]

are these new or used copies?

i'm assuming used since i've seen a new copy of MSC (Wii) for $50 sticker-tagged, less 50% off which is $25 (but i didn't check scanned price)


All prices are used not new. I haven't even seen MSC in the clearance bin... same with Transformers 2. MSC also trades for $18 @ FS for reference but its a fairly safe title to buy if you see it.

[La Fleur]

BBV

Rock Band 2 360 - $5

[mahjongmaniac]

Wow, that's just an insult straight from EB.

If one of their CSRs offered me $11 for Marvel: UA 2, I'd smack him in the head with the game box.

and next time you plan on doing that, remember to bring a camera to record the video...

i'd love to see it :lol:

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The best regular TIV (in general) is found at BBV but they have next to no promotions. RP is hit or miss but their T3/T2 promotions are crazy nice and their used game sales are great. BB/FS have surprising values for some games and crap values for others but their credit is the most useful. RP's T3 is a crazy example of how bad their TIVs can be. For example the total value of 3 tard T3 titles can be as low as $13.20 but if you use them for a promotional game, it bumps up all the values to 23.33 (mint condition*).

low TIV of games to trade at RP is not impt. ... all that matters is whether or not they're eligible :D
course, only downside for trading at RP is that games have to be in mint (or next-to-mint) condition, which isn't exactly easy unless you're trading new copies of games

[coolwarm]

BBV

Rock Band 2 360 - $5

Wow, games worth pennies nowadays.

Today EB:
50 Cent: Blood on the Sand X360: $5

[La Fleur]

low TIV of games to trade at RP is not impt. ... all that matters is whether or not they're eligible :D
course, only downside for trading at RP is that games have to be in mint (or next-to-mint) condition, which isn't exactly easy unless you're trading new copies of games

It's kind of important, what with all the crazy deals there. I wish some of the games had higher tivs, so I could trade the games in there for credit, save some tax and not spend cash. But, I guess you can't have all 3 factors at the same time (trade promo, lots of good tivs and cheap games/sales). At the moment, RP has 2.5 of those (good promos, cheap games, and good tivs at least for new games), so that's good enough for most of us.

[alwaysbuylow]

FS Tivs:

Beetles RockBand Wii $30
Excite Bots Wii $18
Call of Duty World At War Wii $25

[mvpBosh]

EB Today :

DS Pokemon Ranger : Shadows of Almia - $8
DS Fire Emblem - $7.25
PSP Gran Turismo - $16

[GVRtrader]

low TIV of games to trade at RP is not impt. ... all that matters is whether or not they're eligible :D
course, only downside for trading at RP is that games have to be in mint (or next-to-mint) condition, which isn't exactly easy unless you're trading new copies of games

Yeah i know, i just find it funny how they offer so little for games yet list them for T3G1F. Makes you wonder why in the world RP would make these kind of promotions (seriously 13.20 -> 69.99?!?!?!).

[tigerhawk33]

Yeah i know, i just find it funny how they offer so little for games yet list them for T3G1F. Makes you wonder why in the world RP would make these kind of promotions (seriously 13.20 -> 69.99?!?!?!).

Although the T3G1F deals might seem good, you just have to be really careful that all of the games have to be mint (just like the previous guy said).

I did this deal twice at RP for Uncharted 2 and Forza Motorsport 3, and I swear, the staff at RP checked my games for any type of defect/problem. Almost like being interrogated.

[mahjongmaniac]

Dude, save yourself the pain. Legendary is easily one of the worst games I've played this gen and as cool as the concept sounds (like really, how could they f that up!) it remains better not purchased, unless it pops up in the Walmart .98 category. Thankfully I picked it up 2 for 40 last year and traded it in for $25 after a miserable 2 hours. Legendary it certainly is not!

highly unlikely that's gonna happen b/c it ain't a Ubi game :razz:

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Used games are usually cheaper at BBV or at RP when they have a sale.

doesn't have to be a sale... as games age, TIV/RSV decreases at BBV/RP
similar idea goes w/ FS/BB, but every now and then you'd see oddly high TIVs for games, like the ones they offer $2X in TIV for a game that already has become a GH title

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If EB was smart, they really should just pay attention to whats on sale everywhere and adjust their TIVs properly. They could also add a condition (or adjust) their T3 promotion to min total value of say $30 or some value. Honestly getting a list of all used game/new game pricing everywhere doesn't require a lot of work and would save a company quite a bit of money... it makes me wonder why none of them bother doing this.

shhhh... let's not give 'em any ideas.... ;)

[GVRtrader]

shhhh... let's not give 'em any ideas.... ;)

Hahaha i forgot they actually read these threads (or do they? I was able to turd out NFS: Carbon 360 and TW 09 Wii for over a month).:cheesygri

[mahjongmaniac]

My point exactly, FS and BB need to find a better, faster way to process trades.

not sure about FS, but BB did make some changes since T4G2F

recall that for the T4G2F promo, they had to put the total TIV of 4 games onto a GC, and then use the GC to purchase the 2 new games, along w/ the XRADE coupon to apply a credit that covers the remaining amt owed

for the BB T2GIF for COD:MW2 promo, they took the TIV of 2 games to apply towards the purchase of the game, along w/ another coupon that covered the remaining amt owed

note that the former promo req.'d 2 separate transactions, while the latter only req.'d one (all trade/purchase done at the same time)

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They need some new reps too as many of the rep @ CS have no clue how to do trade in (@ BB). FS needs to do it at customer service counter too and NOT require manager overwrite to do a trade in (seriously waiting for manager/super is quite a waste of time). BB if you get the right rep is super quick.

for FS trades, it can be done at any one of their checkout tills... doesn't have to be at the CS counter (but for whatever reason, IME, they'd prefer it be done at the entertainment dept.)

as for BB, it must be done at the CS desk
what's lame about game trade-ins at BB is that you have to walk through the normal return/exchange line (i.e. you'd have to wait in line-up if there are ppl doing returns/exchanges)... even when they have a CS till w/ a sign hanging indicating "trade your PPed games here" :rolleyes:

same pointless idea goes for their ISPU web orders... you still have to go through the return/exchange line, making their web p/u orders till useless

[GVRtrader]

for FS trades, it can be done at any one of their checkout tills... doesn't have to be at the CS counter (but for whatever reason, IME, they'd prefer it be done at the entertainment dept.)

as for BB, it must be done at the CS desk
what's lame about game trade-ins at BB is that you have to walk through the normal return/exchange line (i.e. you'd have to wait in line-up if there are ppl doing returns/exchanges)... even when they have a CS till w/ a sign hanging indicating "trade your PPed games here" :rolleyes:

same pointless idea goes for their ISPU web orders... you still have to go through the return/exchange line, making their web p/u orders till useless

Guess its different here in GVR... for FS you HAVE to go find an Ent. rep and have them do the trade in for you on a computer there. Each store seems to have 2-3 system around the game department to do trade in and you can actually check the TIVs there yourself if someone forgot to log out (tho i haven't tried and im sure they'll try to stop you if they saw you...).

BB seems to do it any any CSR comp now so there isn't a line for anything else. With a bad rep, it could take quite some time tho. Last time i was trading in 2x game for credit (dad helped me trade the other as i didn't want to trade 2 exact same copy myself), i got it done quickly but i overheard the other rep saying "You can't trade in game for credit, you need to get a new game". It took my dad like 10 minutes to finish the trade in (wish i had that rep instead)... also the rep that helped me actually finished the trade 'cause the other rep just didn't know how to do trade ins (and she has a tag that said since 2008...). Actually i think that store with the exception of a few employee has problems too (Surrey Central). While i was in line buying something (same day), there were 3 machines opened and i counted who went to where. One machine (male rep) did 5/6 customers ahead of me, 1 of them (female) did 1 but it was cause there were a lot of questions after payment and another one didn't even finish after i was done cause the customer kept arguing about something with the cashier (not sure about what but it was super slow). The line up for 6 people (ahead of me) took about 10 minutes and my transaction took a minute although i was buying only 1 item and paid with GC!

[LIVE DEREK]

This actually makes me angry. I don't even have this game but come one............WEAK. I go to EB less and less....what they have done is crap.


EB

Ratchet & Clank Future: A Crack in Time - $23.00

[mvpBosh]

This actually makes me angry. I don't even have this game but come one............WEAK. I go to EB less and less....what they have done is crap.

That TIV is beyond ridiculous. Shame on EB.

[Wick98]

All at EB:

Monday:

HAWX 360 - qulaified
Conduit Wii - qualified ($13 used at Rogers)
Star Wars: FU Wii - qualified
Quantum of Solace 360 - $7.50

Tuesday:

GTA Chinatown Wars DS - $14
Madden '09 All Play Wii - $3.25
Dead Space 360 - $5.75

[Parth]

$23 for R&C????

You've got to be kidding me.

They can sort of justify dropping TIVs for games by saying they have too much used game stock. But how the hell can you justify that value? A game thats a few weeks old with good reviews and in a franchise that sells like crazy. That's just absurd.

[GVRtrader]

$23 for R&C????

You've got to be kidding me.

They can sort of justify dropping TIVs for games by saying they have too much used game stock. But how the hell can you justify that value? A game thats a few weeks old with good reviews and in a franchise that sells like crazy. That's just absurd.

Not to mention they have no used stock of the game in metro, queens, and oakridge (at least none that i saw). Maybe they have a ton in GTA but i somehow doubt that too. The game is too good for anyone to be bored with it after a week or 2 (or 3 if you got it @ release and just traded it in now).

Heck it still gets $40 TIV @ RP (+2 pts) for the rest of this month!

[kindred_99]

Its crazy. I think someone here mentioned Ninja Gaiden 2 for PS3 was already down to $17. You know they're going to be be charging $59 used for it for another year until until the new price drops. What kills me is that with Christmas coming up they should be trying to stock their shelves with used games. I still can't for the life of me figure out why anyone buys the used for $5 less than new but they do and I can't imagine people giving away their games knowing how much more they can potentially get for them.

[GVRtrader]

Its crazy. I think someone here mentioned Ninja Gaiden 2 for PS3 was already down to $17. You know they're going to be be charging $59 used for it for another year until until the new price drops. What kills me is that with Christmas coming up they should be trying to stock their shelves with used games. I still can't for the life of me figure out why anyone buys the used for $5 less than new but they do and I can't imagine people giving away their games knowing how much more they can potentially get for them.

After thinking about it for a while... maybe EB decided to stop stocking their used game shelves and hopes people will help them clear out some stock. I mean seriously all the EB i have been to have a LARGE supply of used game (tho mostly tard titles)... they need to find a way to get rid of this stock so might as well hope people think those are new titles/titles they never seen and buy them.:cheesygri

I also agree that i don't know why people would save $5 to get used games. I mean if you are planning on trading them, then sure might as well save that $5 but if you want to add it to your collection, the extra $5 (or even $10) for new is worth it as you get a mint condition disc (odds of you getting a mint used disc is pretty low, i say probably 1/20 or so from my experience buying @ RP). Not to mention not all used game have a manual (not that you really need one but its still good to have).

Also if you think NG2 is bad... Infamous is probably worst! They are selling it for $65 used (rip off price) but i think they are only offering $15 as TIV.
http://www.gamestop.ca/Catalog/ProductDetails.aspx?product_id=204196

They are also selling Dead Raising (wii) used for $45 but TIV was 9.50 the last time i traded it in. See a huge margin there? EB really needs to drop the price of used game as fast as they drop TIVs!:cheesygri If they did that, im sure they'll get a lot of business.:D

[jEnkinsX]

I'm planning on buying Halo 3 (9.99 BBV) and Mass Effect (19.99 FS) + 9.99 for either Lego Rock Band or Modern Warfare 2 (stupid peer pressure). Is it only trades for games that are posted on the flyer? I see SHIFT isn't that in October? So OCT to NOV?

Any other < $15 games to do a T2 with? I don't mind using my EB credit for the + 9.99 part of their promo. I just need those 2 games

[Vinman]

That TIV is beyond ridiculous. Shame on EB.

Although I agree, I also think that an $11 TIV for Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2 is a far greater insult.

[mahjongmaniac]

Yeah i know, i just find it funny how they offer so little for games yet list them for T3G1F. Makes you wonder why in the world RP would make these kind of promotions (seriously 13.20 -> 69.99?!?!?!).

yeah, but their games w/ low TIV are making a killing, selling at like 1000%+ profit XD

[cereal83]

i woulda gave u cash for NFS shift, Operation Flash point at those trade ins... shoulda tried selling on BST imo for games that new..

I know but I would rather loose out on $10 or so dollars so I don't have to meet up with people and deal with people backing out etc. I got all the games off of ebay for $43-47 shipped so its not a major loss.

[arty316]

I also agree that i don't know why people would save $5 to get used games. I mean if you are planning on trading them, then sure might as well save that $5 but if you want to add it to your collection, the extra $5 (or even $10) for new is worth it as you get a mint condition disc (odds of you getting a mint used disc is pretty low, i say probably 1/20 or so from my experience buying @ RP). Not to mention not all used game have a manual (not that you really need one but its still good to have).


I actually prefer buying used (w/edge card at EB) because the games can be returned once played with a little coaxing obviously. Also, I never really had a problem with disc condition. If the disc is bad or the game is missing a booklet I just wouldn't buy it.

$5 to $10 dollars may not seem like a lot to many but it adds up. I recently got Band Hero by trade in, returned it at full price and bought a used copy of Guitar Hero 5 for 11.50 less and then used those savings to buy the Band hero song import license since a friend was nice enough to give me his Band hero ID number. Luckily my guitar hero 5 ID was not used either so we effectively swapped songs.

[pompoco]

I actually prefer buying used (w/edge card at EB) because the games can be returned once played with a little coaxing obviously. Also, I never really had a problem with disc condition. If the disc is bad or the game is missing a booklet I just wouldn't buy it.

$5 to $10 dollars may not seem like a lot to many but it adds up. I recently got Band Hero by trade in, returned it at full price and bought a used copy of Guitar Hero 5 for 11.50 less and then used those savings to buy the Band hero song import license since a friend was nice enough to give me his Band hero ID number. Luckily my guitar hero 5 ID was not used either so we effectively swapped songs.

Exactly, esp. with PS3 discs (scratchproof), return after a few days if you don`t like it or exchange if defect (30 days).
For keepers on X360 I ususally get the "Insurance" after deciding to keep them, since I got little kids around...
If you`re not afraid to `haggle`you do the same with gutted new copies. I always make sure that i can return a gutted copy the same as a used one, since it is opened... ;)
Their arguments I always counter with: "will you let me return an opened game even if I'm swearing that I never removed the disc from the pakage?" and "No, thats not something different!"... So, either I get return possible marked or I don't buy... :cheesygri

[La Fleur]

Although I agree, I also think that an $11 TIV for Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2 is a far greater insult.

But that was for Wii wasn't it? The Wii version is the worst, did not get good reviews for being gimped, and I think the market for it is not there, compared to the other consoles . . . realistically all versions could suffer due to MUA coming out in a crowded holiday season.

But, ratchet? That's a game that'll easily have a long shelf life and the kind of game many people would pick up used over the holiday since it's a top notch single player experience that can be enjoyed for a few weeks over Christmas. Basically, it's Sony's Mario at the moment. To me, that's a missed business opportunity on their part, since for those who may have already finished it, they'll probably hold on to it for that price, rather than impulsively trading it in for Tony Hawk Ride or COD or whatever. That game will inevitably be traded elsewhere.

[grappos13]

^ anyone know exactly how the band hero export works? like if i were to get a band hero and export it... am i the only one that can export it from that band hero game? only 1 time use export? unlike rock band 1 were u can rent the disc only and just export?

just wondering because i like to have all of the rhythm games, but i dont want to use up like $65 credit for band hero if everything but 3 song is exportable.. its like rockband 1 for me... thats the only current rhythm game i dont have the actual disc because i exported it

[TheGamer2400]

Although I agree, I also think that an $11 TIV for Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2 is a far greater insult.

Are you joking? Wow, the game came out like 2 months ago. EB really needs to stop low balling consumers with these ridiculous TIV lately or else people will look elsewhere to trade their games.

[Psubs]

Are you joking? Wow, the game came out like 2 months ago. EB really needs to stop low balling consumers with these ridiculous TIV lately or else people will look elsewhere to trade their games.

I traded mine in for a Trade 2 + $. Would never give up on $11.

I think they offered the trade + $ to improve the bump up to $25 from $23.33 but had to drop a lot of TIV's but will keep them above $8 for the savy trader.

[grappos13]

^ damn i woulda took a MUA2 for the $25 credit u got for it as well!

[ChopSuey]

^ anyone know exactly how the band hero export works? like if i were to get a band hero and export it... am i the only one that can export it from that band hero game? only 1 time use export? unlike rock band 1 were u can rent the disc only and just export?

just wondering because i like to have all of the rhythm games, but i dont want to use up like $65 credit for band hero if everything but 3 song is exportable.. its like rockband 1 for me... thats the only current rhythm game i dont have the actual disc because i exported it

To export the Band Hero tracks, you need to input a unique ID code and then it will take you to the download screen to pay and download the tracks. Once you export the tracks, no one else can use the same code.

A lot of people actually rented a copy of Band Hero when it was released just to use the export code.

[grappos13]

To export the Band Hero tracks, you need to input a unique ID code and then it will take you to the download screen to pay and download the tracks. Once you export the tracks, no one else can use the same code.

A lot of people actually rented a copy of Band Hero when it was released just to use the export code.

so u dont need the CD at all?

[Psubs]

^ damn i woulda took a MUA2 for the $25 credit u got for it as well!

Really I should've focused more time in finishing it during the week and Game Guaranteed that sucka. Though, playing as Venom was sooooooooooo fun!!! :twisted:

[grappos13]

Really I should've focused more time in finishing it during the week and Game Guaranteed that sucka. Though, playing as Venom was sooooooooooo fun!!! :twisted:

ya i only did one side during that gaming guarantee and then brought it back... wanted to pick it up again cheap and off u would have been!

although rogers site says they r giving $40 TIV for it...

[ChopSuey]

so u dont need the CD at all?

Don't even need the disc, just need the code and that's it. Just go into GH 5, enter the code, and download the tracks. :)

[arty316]

so u dont need the CD at all?

Nope. You just need an unused unique ID number from the Band Hero game manual. But I think you would need Guitar Hero 5 though as it is the only game you can import the song tracks too but I might be mistaken.

Here is my experience. In my guitar hero 5 went to import songs option. Chose Band Hero, entered unique ID number (gotten from friend) and paid licensing fee 400 MS points. 2 gigs later, all available tracks (61 of 65) imported to GH5. My friend did opposite with Band Hero.

[kindred_99]

Exactly, esp. with PS3 discs (scratchproof), return after a few days if you don`t like it or exchange if defect (30 days).
For keepers on X360 I ususally get the "Insurance" after deciding to keep them, since I got little kids around...
If you`re not afraid to `haggle`you do the same with gutted new copies. I always make sure that i can return a gutted copy the same as a used one, since it is opened... ;)
Their arguments I always counter with: "will you let me return an opened game even if I'm swearing that I never removed the disc from the pakage?" and "No, thats not something different!"... So, either I get return possible marked or I don't buy... :cheesygri

Are you saying that you will buy a used game for $5 less than new and then pay $3 for insurance on it? You may as well just buy the new one. The defect rate on new games is almost zero. Maybe the kids potentially scratching them makes the warranty make sense but its ridiculous to think that EB is charging $5 less for (some) used games then selling you a warranty for $3, for a net savings of $2. It may add up over time but that seems like such a scam.

[madara]

i believe he is talking about insurance on the XBOX games, not PS3 ones.

[arty316]

Are you saying that you will buy a used game for $5 less than new and then pay $3 for insurance on it? You may as well just buy the new one. The defect rate on new games is almost zero. Maybe the kids potentially scratching them makes the warranty make sense but its ridiculous to think that EB is charging $5 less for (some) used games then selling you a warranty for $3, for a net savings of $2. It may add up over time but that seems like such a scam.

Actually, I think it becomes a wash. Because if this person is going to buy the warranty, the person will buy it for the new game as well.

[Psubs]

Actually, I think it becomes a wash. Because if this person is going to buy the warranty, the person will buy it for the new game as well.
Ya, because you can exchange the used game it it's not working. If it works, and no smudges or scratches, then it's fine. Only get the warranty if you have kiddies or stupid roomates, siblings or yourself that may spill shiiz or step on the disc.


ya i only did one side during that gaming guarantee and then brought it back... wanted to pick it up again cheap and off u would have been!

although rogers site says they r giving $40 TIV for it...

Oh, I had the Wii version. I doubt it would be that high for mine. :(

[kindred_99]

Even with new games, the warranty is a waste of money. The defect rates are so low that its just a cash grab. I'm guessing that most of us on here buy a lot of games (and keep a good number of them). How many people here have had a legit defect on a new game? Unless its a major manufacturer's problem (that is usually fixed with a patch) it rarely happens. Instead of squeezing another few bucks from you by selling an extended warranty on used games, they should reward you for buying their 1000% marked up used games with more than a 30 day warranty, which is far less than the manufacturer's new warranty.

[La Fleur]

Even with new games, the warranty is a waste of money. The defect rates are so low that its just a cash grab. I'm guessing that most of us on here buy a lot of games (and keep a good number of them). How many people here have had a legit defect on a new game? Unless its a major manufacturer's problem (that is usually fixed with a patch) it rarely happens. Instead of squeezing another few bucks from you by selling an extended warranty on used games, they should reward you for buying their 1000% marked up used games with more than a 30 day warranty, which is far less than the manufacturer's new warranty.

Agreed. Lots of ppl get the guarantee from what I've observed. Many people forget or can't be bothered with an edge card. In the end they pay marginally less for a used copy than they would new and there's no sure thing that it won't be scratched or well worn. If it is, the warranty is pretty much useless since all it does is get you the same game again, and beyond that the discs hold up well enough that a year won't mean squat. When you break down the mechanics of what they do at the till, it's no more a scam then people finding cheap games for trade fodder/building credit. Both parties look at the other as cheap/weasely methods, when in reality it's just a matter of taking advantage of a set of consistently present cicrumstances:
we prey on EB's need for constant flow of used games/pre-order incentives from publishers, while EB preys on the consumers need to buy cheaper games/insecurities over a product's shelf life/durability. I don't know if we could have one without the other . . .

[zoro69]

they should reward you for buying their 1000% marked up used games with more than a 30 day warranty, which is far less than the manufacturer's new warranty.


just have to read up the thread of people bragging of playing then returning both new and used games to see why that will never happen...

Its no different then extended warranties on all manner of things. They can keep prices down by having a % of the customer voluntarily pay more. At least they dont give a hard sell on it.

Even toyrus has signs plastered all over the game section now offerring "protection" for 3.99, which the staff usually offer on the transaction.

low margin product atract that type of thing

'would rather loose out on $10 or so dollars so I don't have to meet up with people and deal with people backing out etc."

$2 to mail them...

[TheGamer2400]

Even with new games, the warranty is a waste of money. The defect rates are so low that its just a cash grab. I'm guessing that most of us on here buy a lot of games (and keep a good number of them). How many people here have had a legit defect on a new game? Unless its a major manufacturer's problem (that is usually fixed with a patch) it rarely happens. Instead of squeezing another few bucks from you by selling an extended warranty on used games, they should reward you for buying their 1000% marked up used games with more than a 30 day warranty, which is far less than the manufacturer's new warranty.

Agreed. Paying extra money for it is just a big waste.

[TheGamer2400]

To export the Band Hero tracks, you need to input a unique ID code and then it will take you to the download screen to pay and download the tracks. Once you export the tracks, no one else can use the same code.

A lot of people actually rented a copy of Band Hero when it was released just to use the export code.

I would have done the same thing.

[kindred_99]

I get what some are saying but for games that are $5 less than new they should give you the extended warranty as a thanks for paying basically the new price for a used game. To me is seems like gouging. Their margins might be low on the new games but certainly not on the used ones. They don't need the extra money to keep the prices low on used games as they are generally not low. As for new games, anything defective either goes back to the manufacturer, or in most cases the company gets a certain percentage back (3-5% of everything they buy from say Activision or Microsoft in the form of a credit on their account) instead of returns so the extra few dollars you give them is pure profit. Their tails are covered on new defects from the manufacturer.

[GVRtrader]

Exactly, esp. with PS3 discs (scratchproof), return after a few days if you don`t like it or exchange if defect (30 days).
For keepers on X360 I ususally get the "Insurance" after deciding to keep them, since I got little kids around...
If you`re not afraid to `haggle`you do the same with gutted new copies. I always make sure that i can return a gutted copy the same as a used one, since it is opened... ;)
Their arguments I always counter with: "will you let me return an opened game even if I'm swearing that I never removed the disc from the pakage?" and "No, thats not something different!"... So, either I get return possible marked or I don't buy... :cheesygri

I thought EB didn't allow returns on used games just exchange or have they changed their policy? The cost of the used game is still going to be more expensive than trading for a game unless you return it through GG and then use that credit to buy it used. Personally i keep my collection new and use used games as trading tards but thats just me.

Band Hero track list is pretty cheap and you don't need anything but the code (code is located in the back of the manual but if you look back 2 weeks of posts... someone already went to a few BBV/RP/EB to obtain a ton of free codes... illegally). The cost of the code is about the same as renting the game so you might as well just buy it and not risk the code being used.;)

[kindred_99]

I'm like you GVR, I buy the ones I want to keep new or buy/trade with people online and only buy used from stores as turds or whatever to trade in.

For those saying that you can exchange used games at EB if you don't like them, unless there has been some kind of change or its YMMV whenever I have bought used at EB they slap that annoying sticker sealing the game so you can't play it and return it. Some locations use a clear sticker, others now have their custom black sticker with their logo and info on it. I think they could gain some goodwill by allowing 1 exchange on used games, effectively a free rental so people that are unsure about buying a used game can at least try it out. If they exchange (for another used game of the same price of course) that would be a final sale. I realize that their policies are meant to make as much profit on every transaction as possible, but if you give people a little bit of slack it can pay dividends in the long run.

[mahjongmaniac]

Guess its different here in GVR... for FS you HAVE to go find an Ent. rep and have them do the trade in for you on a computer there.

as i said in the prev. post, the CSRs do tell you that trades "must" be done at the ent. dept., but as you can prbly tell, it can be done at any other till (basically any till that can make a purchase can also do trade transactions)

i think there was only that one time that a CSR did it for me elsewhere (outside of the ent. dept)... maybe it had sth to do w/ near-closing time

[La Fleur]

BBV

Wii Fit Plus - 7.50

Have yet to hear or see anything indicating an upcoming sale at BBV. They seem to really be pushing merch. this year, as there are lots of movie tie-ins, apparel, accessories, toys, etc. Games continue to drop in price there, but no sales on the horizon. I don't know if the min 10 tiv will be back . . . I have to sort through piles of NHL 2k7s and Fantastic Fours and Dark Sectors to find the games I'm looking for.:twisted:

[andsoitgoes]

BBV:

* Batman: AA (360) - $20
* Left for Dead 1 (360) - $5 (seriously...)
* Metroid Prime Corruption (Wii) - $4
* Lego Indy (360) - $2
* Kung Fu Panda (360) - $2
* Beautiful Katamari (360) - $3

Best Buy:

* Batman: AA (360) - $20
* Left for Dead 1 (360) - $8
* Metroid Prime Corruption (Wii) - $8
* Lego Indy (360) - $1
* Kung Fu Panda (360) - $1.50
* Beautiful Katamari (360) - $3


So much for trying to get trades for Left for Dead 2. Damn.

[La Fleur]

BBV:

* Batman: AA (360) - $20
* Left for Dead 1 (360) - $5 (seriously...)
* Metroid Prime Corruption (Wii) - $4
* Lego Indy (360) - $2
* Kung Fu Panda (360) - $2
* Beautiful Katamari (360) - $3

Best Buy:

* Batman: AA (360) - $20
* Left for Dead 1 (360) - $8
* Metroid Prime Corruption (Wii) - $8
* Lego Indy (360) - $1
* Kung Fu Panda (360) - $1.50
* Beautiful Katamari (360) - $3


So much for trying to get trades for Left for Dead 2. Damn.

Wow . . . the first Left 4 Dead is definitely worth a solid 10-15 at least. And I guess Batman will never go up due to its original low price. Left 4 Dead and Metroid might work at FS . . . if not, try picking up some turds at RP and then go to another to pick up Left 4 Dead 2. Metroid will work for RP's T3. I got Left 4 Dead 2 today and enjoy it so far . . . keeps reminding me of the movie Zombieland.

[Haz]

Wow . . . the first Left 4 Dead is definitely worth a solid 10-15 at least. And I guess Batman will never go up due to its original low price. Left 4 Dead and Metroid might work at FS . . . if not, try picking up some turds at RP and then go to another to pick up Left 4 Dead 2. Metroid will work for RP's T3. I got Left 4 Dead 2 today and enjoy it so far . . . keeps reminding me of the movie Zombieland.The first L4D is already $15 used at FS (http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/proddetail.asp?logon=&langid=EN&sku_id=0665000FS10118315&catid=27612) so no way you'll get much for it.

[Nathematics]

The first L4D is already $15 used at FS (http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/proddetail.asp?logon=&langid=EN&sku_id=0665000FS10118315&catid=27612) so no way you'll get much for it.


I was about to pull the trigger on this this afternoon too, and there were 2 in stock... basically as I was thinking it over, it went OOS. :mad:

I called around to find what other places were selling it for used, and was surprised that BBV was selling it for $24.99 still. I'm even more surprised now that I see that they are offering $5 for it as a TIV!

[the_fm]

The first L4D is already $15 used at FS (http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/proddetail.asp?logon=&langid=EN&sku_id=0665000FS10118315&catid=27612) so no way you'll get much for it.

well, you are getting 12 something at EB. i did a trade yesterday afternoon

[Wick98]

EB Games Trade-in Values as of 8pm EST Today, Nov. 18:

Devil May Cry 4 PS3 - $14.50
H.A.W.X. 360 - $8.50
Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars DS - $14

[belowzeros]

The first L4D is already $15 used at FS (http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/proddetail.asp?logon=&langid=EN&sku_id=0665000FS10118315&catid=27612) so no way you'll get much for it.


more fun imho on the PC anyway but that's a nice price. to me it's better not just for the servers but i's one of those shooters that just feels a lot better with a mouse and keyboard. maybe it suffers from the port to console prob.

[balonis]

Is anyone able to update to the new ps3 firmware 3.10?
I think the servers are down!!!!!!!!

[LIVE DEREK]

Be careful of updates. I try to never get them the first day or two. They often "brick" consoles.

Is anyone able to update to the new ps3 firmware 3.10?
I think the servers are down!!!!!!!!

[LIVE DEREK]

Well this is completely off topic but Assassin's Creed named an achievement after our favorite person. I guess that it is in his memory.

The Achievement is called: Kleptomaniac

That is worth the price of admission alone.

[Aznkid2000]

where can i get these for most credit

Xbox 360
Too Human
Star Wars Force Unleashed
Gundam Dynasty

Ps3
Prototype
Need for speed Shift
Socom Navy Seal Confrontation

PSP
Socom Tactical Strike

[mahjongmaniac]

After thinking about it for a while... maybe EB decided to stop stocking their used game shelves and hopes people will help them clear out some stock. I mean seriously all the EB i have been to have a LARGE supply of used game (tho mostly tard titles)... they need to find a way to get rid of this stock so might as well hope people think those are new titles/titles they never seen and buy them.:cheesygri

yeah... and they have to give you a big thx for all ^that supply of turds :lol:


I also agree that i don't know why people would save $5 to get used games. I mean if you are planning on trading them, then sure might as well save that $5 but if you want to add it to your collection, the extra $5 (or even $10) for new is worth it as you get a mint condition disc (odds of you getting a mint used disc is pretty low, i say probably 1/20 or so from my experience buying @ RP).

you'd be surprised... i've bought used games at BBV/RP that were mint or next-to-mint condition

you forgot that there are RFDers who trade in mint condition games every now and then =D... not to mention those copies of games that don't get rented v. often (or at all), and then RP would convert them to PPed sale


as for EBG PPed copies, i'm not too sure as i rarely buy used there, but seeing that you're the customer, i'm sure you can ask to look at used copies and choose the best out of the bunch of discs

[GVRtrader]

yeah... and they have to give you a big thx for all ^that supply of turds :lol:

you'd be surprised... i've bought used games at BBV/RP that were mint or next-to-mint condition

you forgot that there are RFDers who trade in mint condition games every now and then =D... not to mention those copies of games that don't get rented v. often (or at all), and then RP would convert them to PPed sale


as for EBG PPed copies, i'm not too sure as i rarely buy used there, but seeing that you're the customer, i'm sure you can ask to look at used copies and choose the best out of the bunch of discs

Maybe more people in GTA trades to RP or something because i haven't gotten too many mint condition games @ RP (1/20 roughly as i stated). BBV on the other hand i get a mint one about 1/5... EB is completely random but they let you pick from quite a few disc so the ratio has to be better than RP tho still generally not mint. Maybe i'm just picky with my condition of "mint".

As for EB's tards... i think i gave them their entire supply of Tiger Woods 09 (wii) and NFS: Carbon (360).:cheesygri Both were $10 new so made a great T3 tard title since you don't need to worry about anything except getting rid of all the stickers and both held $8/9.75 respectively for well over a month until a random Sat. price drop (seems like Sat = big drop day while other days = minor adjustments).

[mahjongmaniac]

Oh, I had the Wii version. I doubt it would be that high for mine. :(

fortunately for you, apparently RP gives the same TIV regardless of platform

as long as they advertise the new release game as a most-wanted title, it's pretty much guaranteed that all the next-gen platforms (PS3/360/Wii) will give same TIV

call to double check...

[GVRtrader]

fortunately for you, apparently RP gives the same TIV regardless of platform

as long as they advertise the new release game as a most-wanted title, it's pretty much guaranteed that all the next-gen platforms (PS3/360/Wii) will give same TIV

call to double check...

Not always the case as MUA2 (wii) is not included in their most wanted title unlike PS3/360. They generally do include all 3 but not always. Of course they forget a lot of stuff so its quite possible that it should be there. Only way to find out = phone or visit a store.

http://rogersvideo.ca/games/gamestradein_most_wanted.asp

[Flipmars]

EB yesterday

X360
Fear (the first one) 6ish $
Far Cry 2 7ish $

Wii
MOH Heroes 2 9$

[kings5504]

TIV's from last night, Nov. 18

EB:

LittleBigPlanet: GOTY edition (PS3) - $14.75
Brutal Legend (360) - $30.00

BBV:

LittleBigPlanet: GOTY edition (PS3) - $30.00
Brutal Legend (360) - $30.00
Rock Band: Metal Track Pack (360) - $6.00

[AndrewKS]

Can someone tell me the trade in values for:

Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots (PS3)
The Godfather Game (X360)
Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare

And is it still possible to trade in two games over 8$ and get Assassins Creed 2 for $20?

Many Thanks, KS

[grappos13]

Can someone tell me the trade in values for:

Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots (PS3)
The Godfather Game (X360)
Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare

And is it still possible to trade in two games over 8$ and get Assassins Creed 2 for $20?

Many Thanks, KS

as values change daily.. i suggest u go to ebgames.ca and get the numbers for local EB Games near u and call and ask for the trade in values..

[PR0BLEMZ]

Does anyone know if I can do the trade 3 get 1 free for Final Fantasy XIII ?

[Nathematics]

Can someone tell me the trade in values for:

Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots (PS3)
The Godfather Game (X360)
Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare

And is it still possible to trade in two games over 8$ and get Assassins Creed 2 for $20?

Many Thanks, KS



As of 10-14 days ago, both MGS4 and CoD4 would have >$8 value, so those would work for your trade-in for Assassins Creed 2.

I don't really understand why an RFD'er would ever do the trade-2 +$20 deal though, as there are used games that can be bought for ~$10 that would qualify as your 3rd game to get a New Release for free. The last game I used in a situation like this was Excitebots: Trick Racing (Wii)... $12.50 at Rogers Plus right now, with their 50% off used Wii games sale.

But again as grappos was saying, don't take my word for the TIVs.. just call and politely ask if they have time to check a few for you. I almost never get turned down when I do that.

[Captain Snazzypants]

As of 10-14 days ago, both MGS4 and CoD4 would have >$8 value, so those would work for your trade-in for Assassins Creed 2.

10-14 days can be a long time for TIVs in the precarious world of game trading. COD4 is well over $8 but MGS4 has been on the bubble for some time...

I don't really understand why an RFD'er would ever do the trade-2 +$20 deal though, as there are used games that can be bought for ~$10 that would qualify as your 3rd game to get a New Release for free. The last game I used in a situation like this was Excitebots: Trick Racing (Wii)... $12.50 at Rogers Plus right now, with their 50% off used Wii games sale.

Depending on stock, it is not always that easy to find a qualifying 3rd title for significantly less than $20 out of pocket, or in EB credit. Your $12.50 + tax used copy of Excite Bots may not be complete or in good enough condition to qualify - then what? Time is money to a certain extent.

T2 + $9.99-$19.99 is reasonable. T1 + $49.99 is not.

[Nathematics]

Depending on stock, it is not always that easy to find a qualifying 3rd title for significantly less than $20 out of pocket, or in EB credit. Your $12.50 + tax used copy of Excite Bots may not be complete or in good enough condition to qualify - then what? Time is money to a certain extent.

T2 + $9.99-$19.99 is reasonable. T1 + $49.99 is not.


That is very true... there have been lots of times where I've excitedly found games at BBV that I knew technically would qualify, only to ask to see the disc / manual to be disappointed. As of yet I haven't ever had an issue with a Rogers Plus game not being complete, but of course I'm sure its hit / miss. But either way the lesson to be learned is to politely ask the store CSR to open it up so you can see the disc / manual before you get stuck with a copy!

[grappos13]

As of 10-14 days ago, both MGS4 and CoD4 would have >$8 value, so those would work for your trade-in for Assassins Creed 2.

I don't really understand why an RFD'er would ever do the trade-2 +$20 deal though, as there are used games that can be bought for ~$10 that would qualify as your 3rd game to get a New Release for free. The last game I used in a situation like this was Excitebots: Trick Racing (Wii)... $12.50 at Rogers Plus right now, with their 50% off used Wii games sale.

But again as grappos was saying, don't take my word for the TIVs.. just call and politely ask if they have time to check a few for you. I almost never get turned down when I do that.

reason why ppl do trade 2 + 19.99 is because, if the game is 69.99, u essentially get $25 TIV each for the 2 games.. instead of 23.33 each for them if they were in a trade 3... so if all ur doing is using credit and such.. then the trade 2 + 19.99 gets u an extra 1.67 x 2 in credit..

[Nathematics]

reason why ppl do trade 2 + 19.99 is because, if the game is 69.99, u essentially get $25 TIV each for the 2 games.. instead of 23.33 each for them if they were in a trade 3... so if all ur doing is using credit and such.. then the trade 2 + 19.99 gets u an extra 1.67 x 2 in credit..


That makes sense as well.. but you are still only better off (from a bottom-line) if you had that 19.99 in EB credit already... I guess I forgot that a lot of people around here have *some* credit at just about every store that sells games, just for situations like this :)

[Captain Snazzypants]

That makes sense as well.. but you are still only better off (from a bottom-line) if you had that 19.99 in EB credit already... I guess I forgot that a lot of people around here have *some* credit at just about every store that sells games, just for situations like this :)

GG credit.

Some people like to take advantage of the GG titles and keep the credit on their card to top off future T2 efforts like this. Especially now that the days of $40 TIVs at EB seem to be a thing of the past...

[Psubs]

fortunately for you, apparently RP gives the same TIV regardless of platform

as long as they advertise the new release game as a most-wanted title, it's pretty much guaranteed that all the next-gen platforms (PS3/360/Wii) will give same TIV

call to double check...Good to know.

Not always the case as MUA2 (wii) is not included in their most wanted title unlike PS3/360. They generally do include all 3 but not always. Of course they forget a lot of stuff so its quite possible that it should be there. Only way to find out = phone or visit a store.

http://rogersvideo.ca/games/gamestradein_most_wanted.aspActually, I think I recall seeing that and thinking, dang, they don't want my version.

That makes sense as well.. but you are still only better off (from a bottom-line) if you had that 19.99 in EB credit already... I guess I forgot that a lot of people around here have *some* credit at just about every store that sells games, just for situations like this :)

FO SHO YO!!!

[sg2386]

Traded in some games that were laying around,

As of Nov. 19:

EB

- Terminator Salvation (PS3) - $23.33
- LittleBigPlanet (not GOTY) (PS3) - $14.75
- Watchmen: The End is Nigh: Complete Experience (PS3) - $5.00
- Fallout 3 (not GOTY) (PS3) - $23.33
- Lair (PS3) - $2.75
- Godfather 2 (PS3) - $23.33
- Bourne Conspiracy (PS3) - $2.50
- Dead Space (PS3) - $7.00
- Condemned 2: Bloodshot (PS3) - $3.50

[grappos13]

^ guess u did a trade 3 with terminator, fallout 3 and godfather 2... as they were bumped up to 23.33!

[sg2386]

^ guess u did a trade 3 with terminator, fallout 3 and godfather 2... as they were bumped up to 23.33!

Yea, used the 3 to get Left 4 Dead 2 for 360.

[minuterice]

Any one know some tics for Mario and sonic winter olypics wii?

[Captain Snazzypants]

Traded in some games that were laying around,

As of Nov. 19:

EB

- Terminator Salvation (PS3) - $23.33
- LittleBigPlanet (not GOTY) (PS3) - $14.75
- Watchmen: The End is Nigh: Complete Experience (PS3) - $5.00
- Fallout 3 (not GOTY) (PS3) - $23.33
- Lair (PS3) - $2.75
- Godfather 2 (PS3) - $23.33
- Bourne Conspiracy (PS3) - $2.50
- Dead Space (PS3) - $7.00
- Condemned 2: Bloodshot (PS3) - $3.50

LBP is still 800 points on Goozex (1000 for GOTY) and in demand. $14 is criminal...
Lair is also 400 points

While on the subject of Goozex - they have a new promo running where new games get a 200 point bonus if traded within 30 days of release. Got 1200 points for Tekken 6

[boondock]

Just wondering if anyone knows if Ninja Blade and H.A.W.X is still over 8 dollars. BBV has both for 14.99, I checked Tivs.ca and NB is 12 dollars and Hawx is 9.50 dollars. I don't want to assume that EB would tank thoses values so soon but they've been notorious lately for doing it.

Just checked out a earlier post that had the tiv for h.a.w.x (8.50), better trade it in fast.

[alwaysbuylow]

Any one know some tics for Mario and sonic winter olypics wii?

The tiv for it is $25 in both FS and BB.

[Captain Snazzypants]

Just wondering if anyone knows if Ninja Blade and H.A.W.X is still over 8 dollars. BBV has both for 14.99, I checked Tivs.ca and NB is 12 dollars and Hawx is 9.50 dollars. I don't want to assume that EB would tank thoses values so soon but they've been notorious lately for doing it.

Just checked out a earlier post that had the tiv for h.a.w.x (8.50), better trade it in fast.

Why not just call and ask? Takes less time than posting here, but you should come back and let us know what you find out, of course! :twisted:

[GVRtrader]

Why not just call and ask? Takes less time than posting here, but you should come back and let us know what you find out, of course! :twisted:

Its because anyone who makes those posts are too lazy to find the values themselves and prefer an older TIV that (at best) is 1 day old and could've changed already.

Anyways, M&S Winter was $25 @ EB as well but that value was a week ago and EB's TIV changes fairly daily.

[zoro69]

LBP is still 800 points on Goozex (1000 for GOTY) and in demand. $14 is criminal...
Lair is also 400 points

While on the subject of Goozex - they have a new promo running where new games get a 200 point bonus if traded within 30 days of release. Got 1200 points for Tekken 6

Yes, and free movie trade requests until Jan something


Geez I hope that guy didnt really give eb those ones for $2-$3. could have had war more, instant interac payment offering them here if didn't want to use goozex..

[sg2386]

Yes, and free movie trade requests until Jan something


Geez I hope that guy didnt really give eb those ones for $2-$3. could have had war more, instant interac payment offering them here if didn't want to use goozex..

I took all those games in and asked for the values, i only traded in 3 for get 1 free (Fallout 3, Godfather 2, and Terminator). Took the others back, found them way too low. Might as well just put them in my closet.

[minuterice]

The tiv for it is $25 in both FS and BB.

thanks very much.
eb games
mario and sonic winter olypics 25
rogers plus
mario and sonic winter olypics 17.50

[minuterice]

Its because anyone who makes those posts are too lazy to find the values themselves and prefer an older TIV that (at best) is 1 day old and could've changed already.

Anyways, M&S Winter was $25 @ EB as well but that value was a week ago and EB's TIV changes fairly daily.

thanks for the reply. is it just me or is mario and sonic olympic winter games not on tivs? you guys saved me a bit of a drive, and i tried eb and rogers after i posted

[jEnkinsX]

Ok last time I checked The Legend of Zelda : Twilight Princess is still $37 @ Futureshop. I have 2 on hold for me. Futureshop accepts no manuals right? I have 17.99 credit @ FS already. If I trade 2 LoZ:TP, thats 74. I can buy Modern Warfare 2 and God of War Collection (well I have to add some money ~$20)

[grappos13]

Ok last time I checked The Legend of Zelda : Twilight Princess is still $37 @ Futureshop. I have 2 on hold for me. Futureshop accepts no manuals right? I have 17.99 credit @ FS already. If I trade 2 LoZ:TP, thats 74. I can buy Modern Warfare 2 and God of War Collection (well I have to add some money ~$20)

lol... i take it ur finding them mad cheap eh?

why use up 67 FS credit for MW2.. thats terrible.. u can use up much less... get wanted ps3 and 360 used from EB for 13.49 each and trade into rogers for MW2... heck u can get wanted from FS for 17.99 New after PM with BB.. meaning ur only spending $36+tax FS credit instead of $60+tax FS credit if u take the wanteds and go to RP to trade them in...

also, dont forgot to try and pm Dell.ca at futureshop to get god of war collection for 34.49!

for a guy that seems to do this non stop jenkinsx... u seem to dont know the basic stuff sometimes lol... u seem to spend too much for trade 3s and such lol

[jEnkinsX]

lol... i take it ur finding them mad cheap eh?

why use up 67 FS credit for MW2.. thats terrible.. u can use up much less... get wanted ps3 and 360 used from EB for 13.49 each and trade into rogers for MW2... heck u can get wanted from FS for 17.99 New after PM with BB.. meaning ur only spending $36+tax FS credit instead of $60+tax FS credit if u take the wanteds and go to RP to trade them in...

also, dont forgot to try and pm Dell.ca at futureshop to get god of war collection for 34.49!

for a guy that seems to do this non stop jenkinsx... u seem to dont know the basic stuff sometimes lol... u seem to spend too much for trade 3s and such lol

I'm still trying to get the hang of it :( Noob alert lol.. That is true. I guess sometimes I don't think about other possible scenarios haha. That is true! Thanks AGAIn! you save me from spending $20 bucks. *high five*

I think sometimes thinking about the distance of driving around to get a good deal kills it for me so I just want to go to one store and do it all even if i have to spend a lil money..

Oh and as for getting it cheap, its still from BBV for 4.99 USED. So if i went thru with what I was planning i would've spent:

- 9.99 + tax : Rise of the Argo trade for 17.99
- 4.99 x 2 + tax : LoZ:TP trade for 37x2
Then MW2 59.99 + 39.99 + tax = 112.98
112.98 - 17.99 - 74 = 20.99

So total money spent 20.99+9.99+4.99+4.99 + tax = $46.28 for 112.98 value. To me thats good.. but Grappos' idea is WAYYY better lol

THANKS ALOT!

[GVRtrader]

lol... i take it ur finding them mad cheap eh?

He's probably hunting BBV like i told him earlier (4.99 @ BBV). I cleared them out in GVR and seems like he's doing the same in GTA. FS accepts game without manuals but sometime BBV games come with rental case, which FS isn't suppose to accept.

[grappos13]

He's probably hunting BBV like i told him earlier (4.99 @ BBV). I cleared them out in GVR and seems like he's doing the same in GTA. FS accepts game without manuals but sometime BBV games come with rental case, which FS isn't suppose to accept.

ya.. i seriously have never checked a BBV for used games since basically the buy 2 get 1 free in august lol...

[boondock]

Its because anyone who makes those posts are too lazy to find the values themselves and prefer an older TIV that (at best) is 1 day old and could've changed already.


Halo 3- 16.00
H.A.W.X- 8.50

Just called and thats what they told me...so there you go, not to lazy to call and post..thanks Captain Snazzypants:cheesygri

[PR0BLEMZ]

anyone know if I can do trade 3 get 1 free for Final Fantasy XIII ?

[balonis]

damn newbs

[parapudaw]

uncharted 2
BBV - $25
EB - $35

[Acid_]

damn newbs

damn trolls

[TheHeeyyy]

damn trolls

+1

[balonis]

-1

+1

[TOPDAWG]

Is rogers ever going to be added to the site?

[TheHeeyyy]

Is rogers ever going to be added to the site?

Neksus has been very busy the last few weeks, so he hasn't had time to update the main page. However, he does have listings for Rogers Plus TIVs in the site's database. You can see them by registering on the site:
http://www.tivs.ca/account/register/

[jEnkinsX]

He's probably hunting BBV like i told him earlier (4.99 @ BBV). I cleared them out in GVR and seems like he's doing the same in GTA. FS accepts game without manuals but sometime BBV games come with rental case, which FS isn't suppose to accept.

Yeah! The one I found had everything! Original case and FRE/ENG manual! :D but...

just got back...

Legend of Zelda Twilight Prince @ FS = 15.50 :( So broken DOWN!!!!
Used this + 17.99 GC i had for = Wanted 360 and a $20 PSN card
Paid like 6 bucks

Went to EB, GG'ed my last AC2.. CSR was like "I almost feel bad for you, returning AC2 and getting WANTED?" So I just said I collect them. I got $55 back.

Went to RP, Traded Wanted PS3/360 for MW2

Grappos & GVRTrader, Did i do good?

[Psubs]

Yeah! The one I found had everything! Original case and FRE/ENG manual! :D but...

just got back...

Legend of Zelda Twilight Prince @ FS = 15.50 :( So broken DOWN!!!!
Used this + 17.99 GC i had for = Wanted 360 and a $20 PSN card
Paid like 6 bucks

Went to EB, GG'ed my last AC2.. CSR was like "I almost feel bad for you, returning AC2 and getting WANTED?" So I just said I collect them. I got $55 back.

Went to RP, Traded Wanted PS3/360 for MW2

Grappos & GVRTrader, Did i do good?

We should start a section called Game Trading 101. Enrollment is free. Teachers can hand out homework assignments and we can grade them on maximization of time money and quality of games traded and acquired.

[jEnkinsX]

We should start a section called Game Trading 101. Enrollment is free. Teachers can hand out homework assignments and we can grade them on maximization of time money and quality of games traded and acquired.

LOL.. i think we know who the principal and vice principals are

[TheHeeyyy]

Here are the TIVs today for Fight Night Round 4 (PS3):

EBGames: $11
Blockbuster: $14
Rogers Plus: $16.75
Futureshop: $21
BestBuy: $27.25

[Nothing_man13]

Neksus has been very busy the last few weeks, so he hasn't had time to update the main page. However, he does have listings for Rogers Plus TIVs in the site's database. You can see them by registering on the site:
http://www.tivs.ca/account/register/

How do I get to the section that lists RP TIVs? I registered

[sg2386]

Here are the TIVs today for Fight Night Round 4 (PS3):

EBGames: $11
Blockbuster: $14
Rogers Plus: $16.75
Futureshop: $21
BestBuy: $27.25

I would have thought FS and BB TIV's would be the same.

EB really is tanking with the TIV's of games. I guess the only point to trade in with them is with Trade 3 get it free.

[TheHeeyyy]

How do I get to the section that lists RP TIVs? I registered

You have to click on the games you want to see the Rogers Plus TIV for.

[Gibber]

As of today, x360 at EB
L4D still $12.75
Fifa10 $35

[belowzeros]

one of gamestop US's Black Friday deals...

Xbox 360 Elite w/ Lego Batman, Pure, & Choice of Call of Duty 4 OR Spider-Man: Web of Shadows - $299


tough call on that one =p

[Haz]

one of gamestop US's Black Friday deals...

Xbox 360 Elite w/ Lego Batman, Pure, & Choice of Call of Duty 4 OR Spider-Man: Web of Shadows - $299


tough call on that one =pPeople buying an Elite for kids may opt for Spider-Man: WoS. Not a horrible game. (http://www.gamerankings.com/xbox360/945883-spider-man-web-of-shadows/index.html)

[belowzeros]

People buying an Elite for kids may opt for Spider-Man: WoS. Not a horrible game. (http://www.gamerankings.com/xbox360/945883-spider-man-web-of-shadows/index.html)


ah ya that's very true about the kids...but I won't give you spiderman, that's a horribad game :D

[Acid_]

damn trolls

+1

-1

LOL balonis

[the_fm]

People buying an Elite for kids may opt for Spider-Man: WoS. Not a horrible game. (http://www.gamerankings.com/xbox360/945883-spider-man-web-of-shadows/index.html)

it's not a horrible game but there's gameplay problems with the game. the framerate drops a lot too especially during the last act. almost unplayable

buyers beware!

[Haz]

ah ya that's very true about the kids...but I won't give you spiderman, that's a horribad game :DWhat? Not even good enough for people who are AWs?

it's not a horrible game but there's gameplay problems with the game. the framerate drops a lot too especially during the last act. almost unplayable

buyers beware!I buddy of mine play it through several times and loved it. Then again, he's a hardcore Spidey fan that if you put poop in tinfoil and paint a Spidey logo on it, he'd eat it thinking it was great chocolate.

[Bwadd]

November 19th:

Spyborgs - Wii - $8.50
H.A.W.X - 360 - $8.50
Far Cry 2 - PS3 - $8.50

Traded T3G1F - COD MW2 - PS3

[Captain Snazzypants]

Halo 3- 16.00
H.A.W.X- 8.50

Just called and thats what they told me...so there you go, not to lazy to call and post..thanks Captain Snazzypants:cheesygri

At your service :cheesygri
Thanks for posting your findings...

[GVRtrader]

Yeah! The one I found had everything! Original case and FRE/ENG manual! :D but...

just got back...

Legend of Zelda Twilight Prince @ FS = 15.50 :( So broken DOWN!!!!
Used this + 17.99 GC i had for = Wanted 360 and a $20 PSN card
Paid like 6 bucks

Went to EB, GG'ed my last AC2.. CSR was like "I almost feel bad for you, returning AC2 and getting WANTED?" So I just said I collect them. I got $55 back.

Went to RP, Traded Wanted PS3/360 for MW2

Grappos & GVRTrader, Did i do good?

Did you try BB before trading it in? BB and FS often have different TIVs (tho there are no Zelda left in GVR so i haven't traded that in for a while...).

[boondock]

At your service :cheesygri
Thanks for posting your findings...

No problem. Traded the 2 at EB today for GoW collection and it only cost me 3.39 for some reason. The CSR called another store and wondered why I would have to pay another 20 dollars if the game is 39.99 and bumping the games up would essentially pay for the game, so he only charged me for the warrenty. Good luck if anyone else can get this deal on the game.

[grappos13]

No problem. Traded the 2 at EB today for GoW collection and it only cost me 3.39 for some reason. The CSR called another store and wondered why I would have to pay another 20 dollars if the game is 39.99 and bumping the games up would essentially pay for the game, so he only charged me for the warrenty. Good luck if anyone else can get this deal on the game.

warranty for a ps3 game? shame on you!

[boondock]

warranty for a ps3 game? shame on you!

I know, I don't usually get them but he went out of his way to only charge me for the warrenty, so I felt compelled to pay something for the game..lol..the two games only cost me 25 dollars (Both from BBV, Halo 3-10 dollars, H.a.w.x- 15 dollars), so in the end everything cost 30 dollars, still 10-15 dollars savings w/ warrenty..not bad.

My PS3 slim has only had problems with both of the Uncharted games. Both frozed, the 1st Uncharted when I loaded the game up, and Uncharted 2 close to the end of the game. I rented the first one, so it wasn't a problem to switch it up but I bought the other one and I just ended up selling it because I couldn't bother with it. So Im just going to rent both of them to finish them.

[Acid_]

I know, I don't usually get them but he went out of his way to only charge me for the warrenty, so I felt compelled to pay something for the game..lol..the two games only cost me 25 dollars (Both from BBV, Halo 3-10 dollars, H.a.w.x- 15 dollars), so in the end everything cost 30 dollars, still 10-15 dollars savings w/ warrenty..not bad.

My PS3 slim has only had problems with both of the Uncharted games. Both frozed, the 1st Uncharted when I loaded the game up, and Uncharted 2 close to the end of the game. I rented the first one, so it wasn't a problem to switch it up but I bought the other one and I just ended up selling it because I couldn't bother with it. So Im just going to rent both of them to finish them.

Yeah that's understandable. If you felt like being really cheap you could go back to another clerk or EB and return the warranty. I know it's only $3 but it is RFD so I thought I'd mention it.

[Acid_]

lol... i take it ur finding them mad cheap eh?

why use up 67 FS credit for MW2.. thats terrible.. u can use up much less... get wanted ps3 and 360 used from EB for 13.49 each and trade into rogers for MW2... heck u can get wanted from FS for 17.99 New after PM with BB.. meaning ur only spending $36+tax FS credit instead of $60+tax FS credit if u take the wanteds and go to RP to trade them in...



Man that recipe is better than a batch of chocolate chip cookies. it worked for me for Assassin's Creed 2. Thanks grappos.

I also tried to trade a Bioshock PS3 with no instructions at one Rogers and they wouldn't take it so it's very YMMV on the no instructions thing. I even pointed out to them that they deducted $3 and change at another Rogers and took a game without a manual, but still, no go.

[djblue]

Hey could someone tell me about 4 games to get a BB to trade at eb for 2/20$ that most blockbusters have in stock for cheap


Thanks

[twentyone11]

Just picked up 2 games at EB for 25$ each to get MW2 at RP this afternoon, not much of a discount but 10 bucks isn't bad.

EB has a lotta nasty stickers on their cases though and when I ripped em off they left some residue on the case only, will RP care much bout that?

edit:

TIVS from EBGames:

Lego Batman 360 - $4.50
Pure 360 - $7.00

[balonis]

http://img188.imageshack.us/i/doesithoard.jpg/

[arty316]

TIV Best Buy today

Wii Petz Sports 6.00
DS Petz Dogz 2 3.60
PSP Go Sudoku 3.60
PSP Chessmaster Art of Learning 1.20


These are all 0.98 at Walmart (see other thread). Really not worth the time and effort but thought people would like to know.

[grappos13]

http://img188.imageshack.us/i/doesithoard.jpg/

lol... as usual, posting the hoarding but not helping anyone...

TIV Best Buy today

Wii Petz Sports 6.00
DS Petz Dogz 2 3.60
PSP Go Sudoku 3.60
PSP Chessmaster Art of Learning 1.20


These are all 0.98 at Walmart (see other thread). Really not worth the time and effort but thought people would like to know.

interesting.. i got a sudoku yesterday but decided i dont want it.. maybe if im at a BB that does trade ins, ill trade it for 3.60

[balonis]

lol... as usual, posting the hoarding but not helping anyone...


lol nah,
kelpto pm'd me that. if anyone can guess who he is amongst us he'll apparently give u a free game lol

[jEnkinsX]

Did you try BB before trading it in? BB and FS often have different TIVs (tho there are no Zelda left in GVR so i haven't traded that in for a while...).

I didn't want to get greedy. And it's too far apart to go back and forth. So I just took what I can get at FS. In the end I still got my mw2 so I'm happy

[sonicmonkey]

TIV

EB
Killzone 2: $14.25
Ratchet and Clank Crack in Time $23

FS
Ratchet and Clank Crack in Time $40

[Bedlam]

TIVs at BB as of 20-Nov-09:

(Wii) Mario and Sonic at the Olympics - $25.00
(Wii) The Bigs 2 - $10.00
(Wii) Trauma Center: Second Opinion - $8.00
(PS3) Sonic Unleashed - ~$8.00 [Can't remember exact price on this one, but its below $9 now]
(Xbox360)Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2010 - $30.00

Thanks to everyone who contributes, it reallly helped me out. I'm a bit sad that Trauma Center went down though, it's actually a pretty good game. Oh well.

[Super strokey]

TIV

EB
Killzone 2: $14.25
Ratchet and Clank Crack in Time $23

FS
Ratchet and Clank Crack in Time $40

Killzone is 14 bucks? How does it sell for now? If its cheap ill go and get it again.

[boondock]

Killzone is 14 bucks? How does it sell for now? If its cheap ill go and get it again.

I was at EB today and they are selling it used for 39.99, don't know new.

[kindred_99]

This is EB we're talking about. Just because their TIV dropped it doesn't mean they're selling it for any cheaper than when it was first released.

[La Fleur]

TIV

EB
Killzone 2: $14.25
Ratchet and Clank Crack in Time $23

FS
Ratchet and Clank Crack in Time $40

EB FTW!

Some more longstanding champs of FS lore have joined the Hall of Turd now:

Force Unleashed 360 - 7.75
Gears 1 - sub 9 (close to 8)
Gears 2 - 8
Bigs 2 Wii - sub 9
FEAR 2 ps3 - 4 or 5

Force was good for a long time . . . back when it was 22.80 it was the easiest way of transferring BBV/EB credit to FS (when it sold for 19.99) due to the sheer amount of copies kicking around

Gears 1 had a nice long run at 13.20 for a game of its age (could be had for 9.99 at BBV), but sadly both Gears games did not stick around long enough to be useful for FS trade in promos

Gears 2 collector's edition is 18 at FS though, which is pretty good compared to most other places

I think the Bigs games have tanked, definitely for Wii, not sure about the other consoles.

FEAR 2 PS3 finally bit the bullet, after its 360 companion tanked not too long ago.

[Robeaucop]

At Ebgames Jonquière QC


2 days ago


COD 5 World at War PS3 ( 20.00 $ )
Batman Arkham Asylum PS3 ( 22.00 $ )


I bought Ratchet & Clank: A Crack In Time used for around 7 bucks with my EB Edge and I don't regret it, Ratchet is still a cool game !!

[La Fleur]

Also, for those interested, BBV now sells products online. Like EB's, it should help to gauge what the used titles would cost (just new on BBV.ca) and trade in for.

[Freckle Daddy]

I bought Ratchet & Clank: A Crack In Time used for around 7 bucks with my EB Edge and I don't regret it, Ratchet is still a cool game !!

Wait isn't A crack in time the new game? You bought it for $7? Maybe my reading comprehension is off today....

[arty316]

At Ebgames Jonquière QC


2 days ago


COD 5 World at War PS3 ( 20.00 $ )
Batman Arkham Asylum PS3 ( 22.00 $ )


I bought Ratchet & Clank: A Crack In Time used for around 7 bucks with my EB Edge and I don't regret it, Ratchet is still a cool game !!

I guess it was 54.99 used and you used straight credit to buy it?

54.99 - 10% = 49.49
49.49 - 20 - 22 = 7.49

That would be a bit cheaper than the trade 2 promo:
59.99 - 25 - 25 = 9.99 to pay.

[belowzeros]

Wait isn't A crack in time the new game? You bought it for $7? Maybe my reading comprehension is off today....


no you are right...he must mean the first or second in the trilogy or he's talking about the end result of some dance he did with his edge credit.

[neksus]

How do I get to the section that lists RP TIVs? I registered

You can also view RP values by adding games to your collection and viewing your collection.

[kzboi]

All DS at EB

kirby canvas - $5
Mario vs Donkey 2 - $8
Pokemon Pearl - $10.75

[cle18]

Wii bigs 2 fs: $7.xx, eb: $2.xx

[the_fm]

You can get $70 for those two game at Rogers. Enough to buy the game + membership and u can get the game new.

there's no Rogers in Quebec

[minuterice]

I was at eb today and wanted was 19.99 for xbox used. I got them to scan it. How is everyone reporting it as 13 or whatever.

[belowzeros]

I was at eb today and wanted was 19.99 for xbox used. I got them to scan it. How is everyone reporting it as 13 or whatever.


was the sticker on it yellow or white? White is new and that's the price for new. $13.50 is the price after 14.98 for used - 1.49 edge discount.

[Captain Snazzypants]

EB FTW!

Some more longstanding champs of FS lore have joined the Hall of Turd now:

Force Unleashed 360 - 7.75
Gears 1 - sub 9 (close to 8)
Gears 2 - 8
Bigs 2 Wii - sub 9
FEAR 2 ps3 - 4 or 5

FEAR 2 PS3 finally bit the bullet, after its 360 companion tanked not too long ago.

It's $14.99 used at EB now so no wonder. It still qualifies for Rogers' T3G1F for another week though, as does SWFU. Even better, Gears 2 qualifies for their T2G1F which means it has a $35 TIV if you get one of the more expensive games :twisted:

They ain't turds, they're my brothers.... ;)

[minuterice]

was the sticker on it yellow or white? White is new and that's the price for new. $13.50 is the price after 14.98 for used - 1.49 edge discount.
Ya I'll try again. It was yellow but I think the guy scanned barcode so maybe that was the new price, he
said it just went down today. Anyways
thanks for the reply.

[jEnkinsX]

Ya I'll try again. It was yellow but I think the guy scanned barcode so maybe that was the new price, he
said it just went down today. Anyways
thanks for the reply.

Oh man! If the price went up today then I got really lucky last night. Its a good thing I decided to do it last night! Another close call! Last time I had a close call was during BB T4G2F/T3G1F. I was tired that day but decided to do the trades. The next day, GH3 didn't work no more along with 3-4 more others that I traded in! I checked @ Square One today and they were stickered @ 34.99? Some prices are messed up.. Ive seen Motorstorm for 14.99 @ Shopper's World.. but at the same store, some copies were stickered @ 19.99. Weird.. I dunno is it possible that used games prices go up too? I also remember MUA PS3 was 54.99 used then it went to 39.99 not its 49.99 :( I want MUA1 and MUA2 to add to my collection. I'll wait :D

[GVRtrader]

Oh man! If the price went up today then I got really lucky last night. Its a good thing I decided to do it last night! Another close call! Last time I had a close call was during BB T4G2F/T3G1F. I was tired that day but decided to do the trades. The next day, GH3 didn't work no more along with 3-4 more others that I traded in! I checked @ Square One today and they were stickered @ 34.99? Some prices are messed up.. Ive seen Motorstorm for 14.99 @ Shopper's World.. but at the same store, some copies were stickered @ 19.99. Weird.. I dunno is it possible that used games prices go up too? I also remember MUA PS3 was 54.99 used then it went to 39.99 not its 49.99 :( I want MUA1 and MUA2 to add to my collection. I'll wait :D

BB always tag games wrong... actually every location tags it wrong or forgets to tag a title or 2. If you want correct prices, just find a time when its not busy and go over to CS/cashier and get them to scan it for you.

MUA1 for PS3 looks pretty rare so the longer you wait, the more likely you need to buy used. MUA2 was on T3G1F... but i think its off the list this month. If you goto a store that still uses last month's title, it may still be in their system or you might be able to exchange one of your T3 titles for it (huge YMMV) but its worth a try i guess as it was on their T3 last month.

[GVRtrader]

I was at eb today and wanted was 19.99 for xbox used. I got them to scan it. How is everyone reporting it as 13 or whatever.

Its 14.99 used, i grabbed a few copies today for both consoles. You get it for 13.50 if you have edge discount ($5/year membership). The membership gives 10% off all used game for 1 year.

Games with white tags are new, games with yellow stickers are used. If you are buying to trade in, also check to make sure the manual is there. They keep all manual in the box so if it isn't there, then you get no manual. No need to open to check as you can shake it or just look through the case to see if there are manuals inside (or shake it to see if there are any sound).

[GVRtrader]

Killzone is 14 bucks? How does it sell for now? If its cheap ill go and get it again.

You can get it for $21 used @ RP right now (discount already applied).

[cashinstinct]

Its 14.99 used, i grabbed a few copies today for both consoles. You get it for 13.50 if you have edge discount ($5/year membership). The membership gives 10% off all used game for 1 year.

To trade at Bestbuy?

[GVRtrader]

To trade at Bestbuy?

No BB probably has no TIV (its selling for 19.99 new, think i saw it for 31.99 used tho lol). It works for RP T2G1F (tho if the condition is bad, you're be charged $3.50 or 10%).

[cashinstinct]

No BB probably has no TIV (its selling for 19.99 new, think i saw it for 31.99 used tho lol). It works for RP T2G1F (tho if the condition is bad, you're be charged $3.50 or 10%).

Thanks for your answer! I did not take attention to Rogers because I cannot take advantage of Rogers promo (not selling games/ trade-in in Quebec). If you want Wanted games, I suppose there is tons of them in Quebec! :lol:

[Freckle Daddy]

Oh man! If the price went up today then I got really lucky last night. Its a good thing I decided to do it last night! Another close call! Last time I had a close call was during BB T4G2F/T3G1F. I was tired that day but decided to do the trades. The next day, GH3 didn't work no more along with 3-4 more others that I traded in! I checked @ Square One today and they were stickered @ 34.99? Some prices are messed up.. Ive seen Motorstorm for 14.99 @ Shopper's World.. but at the same store, some copies were stickered @ 19.99. Weird.. I dunno is it possible that used games prices go up too? I also remember MUA PS3 was 54.99 used then it went to 39.99 not its 49.99 :( I want MUA1 and MUA2 to add to my collection. I'll wait :D

Keep an eye on BBV. I snagged a PS3 copy of MUA two weeks ago for 5 bucks.

[jEnkinsX]

BB always tag games wrong... actually every location tags it wrong or forgets to tag a title or 2. If you want correct prices, just find a time when its not busy and go over to CS/cashier and get them to scan it for you.

MUA1 for PS3 looks pretty rare so the longer you wait, the more likely you need to buy used. MUA2 was on T3G1F... but i think its off the list this month. If you goto a store that still uses last month's title, it may still be in their system or you might be able to exchange one of your T3 titles for it (huge YMMV) but its worth a try i guess as it was on their T3 last month.

Their November ePlus Magazine shows the T3 titles. Its Lego Indy, Lego Rock Band, NSMB, DA:O, L4D2 but @ the bottom it says "More Trade 3 & Get it Free Titles" then a picture of NFS SHIFT, NHL10 and MUA2 :D

Keep an eye on BBV. I snagged a PS3 copy of MUA two weeks ago for 5 bucks.

I heard about that. I just called and Mississauga/Brampton area doesn't have it :(

[mahjongmaniac]

reason why ppl do trade 2 + 19.99 is because, if the game is 69.99, u essentially get $25 TIV each for the 2 games.. instead of 23.33 each for them if they were in a trade 3... so if all ur doing is using credit and such.. then the trade 2 + 19.99 gets u an extra 1.67 x 2 in credit..

i've no clue why anyone would think in ^that way... the TIV bump up to $25 is nice, but what matters most is how much came out of your pocket to pay for the 2 games as trade fodder

it makes no diff. to me if you do T3GIF for a Wii game worth $60 (TIV bump up to $20 ea.) or a PS3/360 game worth $70 (TIV bump up to $23.33 ea.) when in the end, the $ you end up paying for your 2 trade fodder games is, for e.g., $20 + tax


EDIT: that said, i can see where the diff. comes in if you do T3GIF and have full intentions of returning for full MSRP credit (even if the game PO is not a listed GG title)... lots of you have been doing that

[jEnkinsX]

I called around to see where I can trade my Beatles Rock Band so I can get God of War Collection.

EB $30
RP $35
BBV $30

I dunno if I should drive a far distance to trade it @ EB for $30 and pay 9.99 using credit. OR save the distance and trade for $35 then pay $10 cash :S

[grappos13]

damn sometimes goozex sucks.. put in to get eternal sonata ps3 last night for 500 points.. said i can instant get it.. found a match.. guess the guy cancelled or something, and now im back in 5th spot? boourns to that..

[cashinstinct]

As of Nov 21 2009:

FS: (Did not trade in)
Go! Sudoku PSP - $2.00
Chessmaster Xi PSP - $1.20
Petz Dogs 2 DS - $3.60
Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 PS3 - $27.60
Assassin's Creed 2 PS3 - $40.00

EB: (Did not trade in)
Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 PS3 - $40.00


Microplay:
Go! Sudoku PSP - $4.50
Chessmaster Xi PSP - $3.00
Petz Dogs 2 DS - $3.00
Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 PS3 - $30 (did not trade in)

[mahjongmaniac]

why use up 67 FS credit for MW2.. thats terrible.. u can use up much less... get wanted ps3 and 360 used from EB for 13.49 each and trade into rogers for MW2... heck u can get wanted from FS for 17.99 New after PM with BB.. meaning ur only spending $36+tax FS credit instead of $60+tax FS credit if u take the wanteds and go to RP to trade them in...


keep in mind that trading in same title on diff. platforms seems to be a YMMV, b/c some CSRs consider that as duplicates and refuse...

[mahjongmaniac]

I buddy of mine play it through several times and loved it. Then again, he's a hardcore Spidey fan that if you put poop in tinfoil and paint a Spidey logo on it, he'd eat it thinking it was great chocolate.

^LOL :lol:

:twisted:

[Nathematics]

well a couple of cheapo Wii games have dropped below $8 at EB

EB Games
November 21

Wii
Excite Bots: 7.25
Spyborgs: 7.75

Xbox360
Saints Row 2: 8.25

[grazor]

Thanks for the SR2 TIV. I think I will trade it in tomorrow.

I checked a few TIVs at EB earlier today.
All 360
Hawx $8
Ninja Blade $5.25
Race Pro $5.00

[ESO]

EB GAMES Sat. Nov. 21

Wii Sports Resort = $14.75

[La Fleur]

Only 27.60 for MW2 seems awfully low by FS's standards. I'm surprised Saints 2 is still above 8, as most of the other AA titles from last fall, like Dead Space and Mirror's Edge, dropped already.

A little off-topic, but has anyone picked up Tony Hawk Ride? I've seen a couple in stores, but the product has been poorly promoted. I havent seen any commercials, not to mention the bad timing on Activision's part to release it in November with the other heavy hitters. The reviews on it are terrible so far and I think a lot of people want it to fail since they are sick of Activision milking the peripheral front.

[the_fm]

wait for it to drop in price. it's almost guarantee as the game is a big flop like most of all knew already

[La Fleur]

wait for it to drop in price. it's almost guarantee as the game is a big flop like most of all knew already

The next Rock Revolution perhaps?:D

At least Americans can use it as a shield/melee weapon while fending off the hoards next weekend at the Black Friday sales.

[mczout]

Traded in Smackdown Vs Raw 2010. Values I got were:

Best Buy - $35
EB - $38.25

Took the higher value obviously.

[AmazingYen]

Rogers Video

Wii Fit (game only) $14.75

(regular not the plus version)

[maxpowers]

BBV TIVs today

PS3 MW2 - $27 - wtf?
Killzone - $22
LBP - $15
Infamous- $24

By the way while there I picked up Ratchet & Clank ToD for $9.99 used

[zoro69]

A little off-topic, but has anyone picked up Tony Hawk Ride? I've seen a couple in stores, but the product has been poorly promoted. I havent seen any commercials, not to mention the bad timing on Activision's part to release it in November with the other heavy hitters. The reviews on it are terrible so far and I think a lot of people want it to fail since they are sick of Activision milking the peripheral front.

lol, when i was game guaranteeing my AC2 Eb staff were telling someone how they tell everyone buying it they should buy 2 good games instead (lol, they have huge pile of them at the front of store). When i picked up ac2 the manager was telling someone how he heard someone smashed their plasma doing an ollie(?) playing it

[alwaysbuylow]

BB TIVs:
Mario Strikers Charged Wii $14.75
Ghostbusters Wii $15
Excite Bots Wii $18

FS TIVs:
Mario Strikers Charged Wii $10.25
Ghostbusters Wii $15
Excite Bots Wii $18

[ricenice]

I called around to see where I can trade my Beatles Rock Band so I can get God of War Collection.

EB $30
RP $35
BBV $30

I dunno if I should drive a far distance to trade it @ EB for $30 and pay 9.99 using credit. OR save the distance and trade for $35 then pay $10 cash :S

Trade it at RV.

RB: Beatles -35
GOW:C 40

If you do it in the same transaction you pay 4.99+ tax and you get 6 points

[mikka1989]

that tony hawk skateboard is garbage, i tried it instore demo, don't even bother with that crap! plus you can smash your tv :o

[kwest]

EB Games
Guitar Hero 3 - Wii = $2.75

[mahjongmaniac]

wait for it to drop in price. it's almost guarantee as the game is a big flop like most of all knew already

the size of that TH:R CE is like the size of B:AA CE (if not bigger)

let it sit for a while, they'll realize it's taking up too much space (like Halo 3 Leg. Ed. :D) and then we'll eventually see a price drop =D

[mikka1989]

has anyone traded in regular version of FALLOUT 3 recently to rogers plus? im wondering if its 40 tiv or it has to be the GOTY version?

[kings5504]

EB TIV, Sat. 11/21

Band Hero (360) - $35.00

[GVRtrader]

has anyone traded in regular version of FALLOUT 3 recently to rogers plus? im wondering if its 40 tiv or it has to be the GOTY version?

Regular edition shouldn't be $40 anymore... i think it dropped below $40 a while ago but you could always call to double check. The GOTY edition is the only version guaranteed to be $40 (although they do say its subject to change without notice...). If you call in the morning, they generally respond fast (no customers at that time).

Today TIV
TC: New Blood (EB: 3, FS: 7, BB: 7), grabbed it on clearance for $5 bucks (new) and since i was making some rounds, i figured i'll use it as a TIV checker...

Other TIVs today (all RP unless otherwise stated)
NHL 2k10 (wii): 35 (1 pt not most wanted!)
Mario Party 8 (wii): 35 (2 pt)
Super SB Brawl (wii): 35 (2 pt)
Beetles RB (wii, PS3, 360): 35 (2 pt)
Mario & Sonic Winter O: 35 (1 pt, note you buy this for 17.50 @ RP but GVR has no stock cause uhh... well you figure it out:D)

FS TIVs
Mario Party 8 - 30
Beetles (wii) - 30 (BB 32)

And of course additional note is RP TIVs include tax if you purchase the same amount (or greater) at trade in. Trade in count as credit so you get points even if its free (unlike 20 pt coupon where if the item becomes free, you get no pts).

[La Fleur]

Regular edition shouldn't be $40 anymore... i think it dropped below $40 a while ago but you could always call to double check. The GOTY edition is the only version guaranteed to be $40 (although they do say its subject to change without notice...). If you call in the morning, they generally respond fast (no customers at that time).

Today TIV
TC: New Blood (EB: 3, FS: 7, BB: 7), grabbed it on clearance for $5 bucks (new) and since i was making some rounds, i figured i'll use it as a TIV checker...

Other TIVs today (all RP unless otherwise stated)
NHL 2k10 (wii): 35 (1 pt not most wanted!)
Mario Party 8 (wii): 35 (2 pt)
Super SB Brawl (wii): 35 (2 pt)
Beetles RB (wii, PS3, 360): 35 (2 pt)
Mario & Sonic Winter O: 35 (1 pt, note you buy this for 17.50 @ RP but GVR has no stock cause uhh... well you figure it out:D)

FS TIVs
Mario Party 8 - 30
Beetles (wii) - 30 (BB 32)

And of course additional note is RP TIVs include tax if you purchase the same amount (or greater) at trade in. Trade in count as credit so you get points even if its free (unlike 20 pt coupon where if the item becomes free, you get no pts).


Ah, Trauma Center has tanked now?! That was another legendary turd. Thankfully, I've got Second Opinion to use at RP. RIP Trauma twins:cheesygri

[TheHeeyyy]

Regular edition shouldn't be $40 anymore... i think it dropped below $40 a while ago but you could always call to double check. The GOTY edition is the only version guaranteed to be $40 (although they do say its subject to change without notice...). If you call in the morning, they generally respond fast (no customers at that time).

Today TIV
TC: New Blood (EB: 3, FS: 7, BB: 7), grabbed it on clearance for $5 bucks (new) and since i was making some rounds, i figured i'll use it as a TIV checker...

Other TIVs today (all RP unless otherwise stated)
NHL 2k10 (wii): 35 (1 pt not most wanted!)
Mario Party 8 (wii): 35 (2 pt)
Super SB Brawl (wii): 35 (2 pt)
Beetles RB (wii, PS3, 360): 35 (2 pt)
Mario & Sonic Winter O: 35 (1 pt, note you buy this for 17.50 @ RP but GVR has no stock cause uhh... well you figure it out:D)

FS TIVs
Mario Party 8 - 30
Beetles (wii) - 30 (BB 32)

And of course additional note is RP TIVs include tax if you purchase the same amount (or greater) at trade in. Trade in count as credit so you get points even if its free (unlike 20 pt coupon where if the item becomes free, you get no pts).

What the...how did you get $30 for Mario Party 8 at Futureshop? I traded-it in for $22.50 a couple of weeks ago.

[Phantom]

TIV:

Best Buy
Dancing With the Stars - We Dance (Wii) - $8.00

[mng09]

RP TIV:
Madden 10 (PS3): $35
Guitar Hero 5 (PS3): $35

[jEnkinsX]

EB TIV
Halo 3 (9.99 @ BBV) 16.xx
Mass Effect (9.99 @ BBV) 8.x5

BB TIV
Beatles Rock band - $33.00
Halo 3 - $8.xx
Mass Effect - $3.xx

Did trade 2 + 9.99 for Ratchet and Clank. The CSR @ Bramalea was being difficult. I dunno if he remembers me from Wed when I gg'ed AC2 and bought Wanted. I asked about their November promotion and he said I can only do it for games within the week of release. So I thought it changed. So I stood there and read the banner.. it says Sept to Nov releases! So I line up again and argued about what I read and asked him to call another location. So finally he caved.. I said I want Indiana jones 2 (gift for my nephew) which was 49.99 so since my trades get bumped to 25 each. I shouldn't pay for anything. He argues saying I can't use that for the promo it has to be a minimum of 59.99. SO I said, LOOK CLOSELY AND IT SHOWS GOD OF WAR COLLECTION which you guys are selling for 39.99! (at this point I was really fraustrated @ this idiot) and I called another location and was told I can do it for Lego Indy 2! He wont budge, so I said fine just give me Ratchet and Clank.

I walked out with Ratchet with the intention of returning it on friday for either Lego Indy 2 (Im actually buying it for my cousin who is giving it to my nephew, I told him I know a way I can get it for cheap) or PO for Darksiders.

EDIT:
Come to think of it, I shoulda just kept the 2 360 games I traded in and just bought another +8 TIV and PO'ed Darksiders. BAH! I wasn't thinking right. It's done now.. I'll just look for more Halo3 and Mass Effect. *Facepalm*

[amuseddaysleeper]

anyone know the trade in value for MLB 09 (PS3)?

[Dalius]

Anyone know the TIV of New Super Mario Bros Wii? I got bored of mine, and I'd much rather have God of War Collection :D

[grappos13]

anyone know the trade in value for MLB 09 (PS3)?

looks like its only around 10-12 dollars... although i might be interested in buying it off u :D

[amuseddaysleeper]

looks like its only around 10-12 dollars... although i might be interested in buying it off u :D

It's actually my friends, and I'm sure he's willing to part with it for cheap I'm sure.

I will PM ya if he ends up parting with it man.

[baconape]

EB TIV


EDIT:
Come to think of it, I shoulda just kept the 2 360 games I traded in and just bought another +8 TIV and PO'ed Darksiders. BAH! I wasn't thinking right. It's done now.. I'll just look for more Halo3 and Mass Effect. *Facepalm*

i cannot find a copy of halo 3 at any of my bbv's - i traded it in a while back and wanna get it again

[jEnkinsX]

i cannot find a copy of halo 3 at any of my bbv's - i traded it in a while back and wanna get it again

I called Brampton and Mississauga location and there's at least 4

[00christopherzh00]

Wii - Warioware Smoothmove

EB - $22.50

[jEnkinsX]

Wii - Warioware Smoothmove

EB - $22.50

Damn! Really?! I'm going for a hunt tomorrow. hehe just kidding...

[GVRtrader]

TIV update...

Tried to trade my last 2 copies of Mario & Sonic Winter O @ RP today and the TIV dropped to 17.75 (guess i reported it too early and someone caught on lol).

Anyways if you bought that title @ RP, its still profitable as both BB and FS gives $25 for it. Not sure about EB (traded it in right away as i have too much EB credit already so i didn't even go there to check)... my guess is its no higher than $25 @ EB too.

Wii Fit also trades for 14.75 as of today (you can buy it for $10... not much of a saving but the best part about it is you can use it as a filler with Batman to trade in $35 turds).

[GVRtrader]

What the...how did you get $30 for Mario Party 8 at Futureshop? I traded-it in for $22.50 a couple of weeks ago.

It scanned for that price unless i messed it up with BB TIV. I'll need to double check when i get home to see if it was FS or BB. The TIV for that and Super SmashBro Brawl were different for both location (same with Beetles). Same goes for Mario Galaxy ($30 at one location and uhhh... think it was $10 @ the other... can't remember which was where tho, need to check at home since i didn't trade in either today... there are none in GVR left heh).

[GVRtrader]

anyone know the trade in value for MLB 09 (PS3)?

BB adjusted their used price to 34.99 (from 64.99 when new was 39.99) so i expect it to now be fairly low in terms of TIV. Last Sunday it was 27.xx.

Edit (too lazy to quote sorry). New Super Mario Bro trades for $40 @ RP so if you are a member, you can just swap it in @ RP for GoW: Collection (straight trade as tax is included).

[United11]

Anyone know some good games to use to do credit transfers from Bestbuy to BBV.

Wanna pick up a few used blu-rays (2 for $30), and only have credit at BB right now.

[Psubs]

Anyone know some good games to use to do credit transfers from Bestbuy to BBV.

Wanna pick up a few used blu-rays (2 for $30), and only have credit at BB right now.

Trade your gc in BST.

[United11]

Trade your gc in BST.

I would, but I would probably lose some credit on the deal....looking more for a way to get close to dollar for dollar

[mahjongmaniac]

Regular edition shouldn't be $40 anymore... i think it dropped below $40 a while ago but you could always call to double check. The GOTY edition is the only version guaranteed to be $40 (although they do say its subject to change without notice...). If you call in the morning, they generally respond fast (no customers at that time).

wasn't that long ago... IIRC, last mth FO3 was indicated in the Oct. trade pamphlet as one of the most-wanted titles... it didn't indicate if it was GOTY ed. but i believe you could assume it was the reg. ed.

this time around, they specify GOTY

And of course additional note is RP TIVs include tax if you purchase the same amount (or greater) at trade in. Trade in count as credit so you get points even if its free (unlike 20 pt coupon where if the item becomes free, you get no pts).

ideally you would want to redeem 20 SR pts for $10 off to which the game price isn't free, and then you should still get pts for the purchase

[balonis]

u'll have to do a bit of work. get 2 games from best buy to trade in to rogers for assassins or modern. then take that to blockbuster and u'll get $42 for either one

Anyone know some good games to use to do credit transfers from Bestbuy to BBV.

Wanna pick up a few used blu-rays (2 for $30), and only have credit at BB right now.

[grappos13]

I would, but I would probably lose some credit on the deal....looking more for a way to get close to dollar for dollar

ill do a straight trade with u.. u give me BB and ill give u BBV.. i have like 70ish in BBV...message me if u want to do that..

[GVRtrader]

Anyone know some good games to use to do credit transfers from Bestbuy to BBV.

Wanna pick up a few used blu-rays (2 for $30), and only have credit at BB right now.

You could check Fifa 09, i think it was reported having 20+ TIV (at least its still that on TIVs.ca but reported a month ago so it might have changed). Good idea to just check the website and phone in for some titles. Of course a good alternative is just to trade with a known game trader in the forum as you know those credits would be legit.

Edit: Forgot to mention, you could also buy cheap blue-ray @ BB and trade them in for at least $10 @ BBV (promo ends Nov. 29).

[the_fm]

Damn! Really?! I'm going for a hunt tomorrow. hehe just kidding...

the game is quite rare. EBs are selling the used copy for $50 :lol:

[GVRtrader]

the game is quite rare. EBs are selling the used copy for $50 :lol:

Not all that rare @ RP... i saw at least 10 copies (all of GVR). You can probably x100 in GTA lol.

[United11]

u'll have to do a bit of work. get 2 games from best buy to trade in to rogers for assassins or modern. then take that to blockbuster and u'll get $42 for either one

That's a good idea, but my worry is that Bestbuy puts a black line through the barcode on used games, so will this be a problem for BBV.....i think the option of getting cheap BluRays for $10 and trading for credit might be the best bet.

I would lose out on the taxes for these, which isn't so bad.

Does BBV allow you to trade and then buy on the same transaction - eliminating the tax on your purchase like at Rogers?

[GVRtrader]

That's a good idea, but my worry is that Bestbuy puts a black line through the barcode on used games, so will this be a problem for BBV.....i think the option of getting cheap BluRays for $10 and trading for credit might be the best bet.

I would lose out on the taxes for these, which isn't so bad.

Does BBV allow you to trade and then buy on the same transaction - eliminating the tax on your purchase like at Rogers?

BBV (as far as i know) does not subtract from sub total so it doesn't matter rather or not you do it on the same transaction.

BB games have a line on it but you can remove the line (as well as most marker marks) using alcohol wipes (can buy a pack of 100 @ SDM for $2.49, these are actually used to clean a spot for shots but you can actually use them to clean sharpie marks). Note some BB rep writes the line on the plastic (easy to remove) but some do it ON THE PAPER INSIDE, its hard to remove that. So your call rather or not you want to go that route. Also some reps @ BBV will type it in even if they can't scan it... again YMMV.

I keep a box of wipes in my car for titles with huge markings but im way too lazy to remove minor marking and RP/BBV doesn't seem to care (some BB rep do).

[grappos13]

That's a good idea, but my worry is that Bestbuy puts a black line through the barcode on used games, so will this be a problem for BBV.....i think the option of getting cheap BluRays for $10 and trading for credit might be the best bet.

I would lose out on the taxes for these, which isn't so bad.

Does BBV allow you to trade and then buy on the same transaction - eliminating the tax on your purchase like at Rogers?

just trade with me lol.. im willign to do 1 for 1 ur BB for my BBV :D

[ntan]

First off, I'm noob so take it easy.

I read a couple of pages and just to make sure for the Rogers trade in 2 for MW2.

I bring in two non-duplicate games from the list:
http://www.rogersplus.ca/games/gamestradein_eligible_titles.asp
in original box and instruction manual

and I can get the game?

[ntan]

I'm noob with TIVS so please don't flame :)

So from my understanding of reading a couple pages of TIVs, to take advantage of the rogers plus trade in 2 used games for MW2 or AC2

You can trade in ANY 2 non-duplicate games with original case and instruction manuals from this list:
http://www.rogersplus.ca/games/gamestradein_eligible_titles.asp

and that's it?

[GVRtrader]

just trade with me lol.. im willign to do 1 for 1 ur BB for my BBV :D

Haha, ya keep pushing it. Honestly tho, if you can get Grap to meet you when you're not busy, its actually a better deal since you don't lose out on the tax and he has such a good RFD rep that he wouldn't ruin it for a bit of credit.:cheesygri Plus his credit wouldn't be CC fraud as he trades sooo much, those credits has to be from TIs and not CC lol.

[Wick98]

the game is quite rare. EBs are selling the used copy for $50 :lol:

I found a copy of Warioware: Smooth Moves for $9.99 (used) at BBV, but it didn't have a manual. I figured it would qualify, but I'm sure they wouldn't have accepted it as an 'incomplete' game.

[GVRtrader]

I found a copy of Warioware: Smooth Moves for $9.99 (used) at BBV, but it didn't have a manual. I figured it would qualify, but I'm sure they wouldn't have accepted it as an 'incomplete' game.

If you have a good rep, they won't even care. Some rep will deduct X amount off the title where X is whatever the feel like. Generally the amount is about 10% of the game TIV but there's no actual rule, depends completely on rep. Some will just deduct a fix # like 2 bucks, 3.50, etc.

[grappos13]

^ every EB ive been to, all u need for straight credit is the disc... lots of times ive traded in disc only if it was just for straight credit to EB and not a promo so i could keep the case.. sometimes i also give them the manual and cover and just keep a blank case myself.. i even tell them "ya i wanted to keep the case but here is everything that comes with it"...

only need the manual and case for when ur doing promos.. atleast thats how its always been here..

[GVRtrader]

^ every EB ive been to, all u need for straight credit is the disc... lots of times ive traded in disc only if it was just for straight credit to EB and not a promo so i could keep the case.. sometimes i also give them the manual and cover and just keep a blank case myself.. i even tell them "ya i wanted to keep the case but here is everything that comes with it"...

only need the manual and case for when ur doing promos.. atleast thats how its always been here..

Thats generally the case but i had reps say stuff like i'll let it go this time but next time i'll charge X, or they will just say i'll charge X cause its missing a book or need resurfacing. Again depends completely on the rep as they seem to have more power than say BB/FS and don't have standard deductions like RP.

[whoa-albert]

Just did the "Trade 3, Get it for Free" deal at EB Games.

EB Games - 11/17/09

Resident Evil 4: Wii Edition (Wii) - $8
Star Wars: Force Unleashed (Wii) - $8
Tales of Symphonia: Dawn of the New World (Wii) - $9

Got Forza. =)
Sorry, I got this one mixed up. TIVs.ca has Force Unleashed for $9 which is correct, but ToS: DotNW should be $8.

[jEnkinsX]

^ every EB ive been to, all u need for straight credit is the disc... lots of times ive traded in disc only if it was just for straight credit to EB and not a promo so i could keep the case.. sometimes i also give them the manual and cover and just keep a blank case myself.. i even tell them "ya i wanted to keep the case but here is everything that comes with it"...

only need the manual and case for when ur doing promos.. atleast thats how its always been here..

Hmm.. that's a good idea! Save good cases for promo trades.. Maybe I should start doing that.. but switch the EB cases with cases I want to keep.. the yellow/white sticker and/or residue sucks :( Today, im in the hunt for another Halo3/Mass Effect combo and if I can get smooth moves, I'll do a T3 for Darksiders.

[Flipmars]

hey guys, do any of you know what possibly good game coming out soon is available for T3?

it seems that there is not a ton of really good games coming out like in the last few weeks

Darksider seems ``okay`` but I'm not too sure.

Is Saboteur even on their book, never seen anyone confirm a T3 on this title.

Maybe February titles like Bioshock2 or maybe even Heavy Rain?

so if someone who went recently could maybe list what they saw on the T3 poster it would be appreciated ;)

Thanks!

[La Fleur]

hey guys, do any of you know what possibly good game coming out soon is available for T3?

it seems that there is not a ton of really good games coming out like in the last few weeks

Darksider seems ``okay`` but I'm not too sure.

Is Saboteur even on their book, never seen anyone confirm a T3 on this title.

Maybe February titles like Bioshock2 or maybe even Heavy Rain?

so if someone who went recently could maybe list what they saw on the T3 poster it would be appreciated ;)

Thanks!

There's not a lot of big games coming out in December in the first place. Saboteur, Avatar, Rogue Warrior and a couple other games, but nothing huge.
That being said, EB has T3's up for a bunch of 2010 titles already, including Bioshock 2, Splinter Cell Conviction, among others. You can just put it towards Darksiders when you go there, since it's a game guarantee and then switch it to whatever you like after picking up and trading in. EB's big list of T3 titles should change next month to reflect early 2010 titles.

[La Fleur]

Off topic, but for you goozexers out there, where do you find the best deal on lettermail bubblers or other envelopes you use to send games out? I've seen Staples sells a giant 100+ pack online for around $90, but that's a big investment up front, although being better priced per bubble mailer. Otherwise, I've found when in a jam I end up doling out 70 cents per, which is a little too pricey. Lowest I've got one was for 35 cents. Usually get them at Staples or Shoppers. Recommendations? I'd probably just go for the Staples online only if I could find a Staples coupon, but that thread is crazy.

[balonis]

dollar store
3/$1

Off topic, but for you goozexers out there, where do you find the best deal on lettermail bubblers or other envelopes you use to send games out? I've seen Staples sells a giant 100+ pack online for around $90, but that's a big investment up front, although being better priced per bubble mailer. Otherwise, I've found when in a jam I end up doling out 70 cents per, which is a little too pricey. Lowest I've got one was for 35 cents. Usually get them at Staples or Shoppers. Recommendations? I'd probably just go for the Staples online only if I could find a Staples coupon, but that thread is crazy.

[Captain Snazzypants]

dollar store
3/$1

Yup - I get my 3-packs for $1 at Dollarama (get the size 00 ones)

[grappos13]

Off topic, but for you goozexers out there, where do you find the best deal on lettermail bubblers or other envelopes you use to send games out? I've seen Staples sells a giant 100+ pack online for around $90, but that's a big investment up front, although being better priced per bubble mailer. Otherwise, I've found when in a jam I end up doling out 70 cents per, which is a little too pricey. Lowest I've got one was for 35 cents. Usually get them at Staples or Shoppers. Recommendations? I'd probably just go for the Staples online only if I could find a Staples coupon, but that thread is crazy.

i have never bought one.. i just reuse all the ones from games ppl send me from goozex or ebay...

im still mad that i was suppose to get eternal sonata and then it moved me into 5th place for some reason.. terrible!

and now i forgot to take off soul calibur 4 premium edition and now its being sent to me... i know its one of u !!!!

[La Fleur]

Alright, thanks guys. Looks like around 35 cents is the best unless I buy it in bulk. I'll hit up the dollar store and then see if I can nab some Staples coupons and buy some in bulk for the long term. With C-mas coming up, I'll probably Goozex a bunch of games out as demand will be up.

[rviebrock]

Future shop TIV today:

PSP: Go! Sudoku $2.00 ($0.98 purchased from WM) (traded in 2)
DS: My Healthy Cooking Coach $10.00 ($0.98 purchased from WM) this obviously qualifies for T3.

EB trade values were $2 and $3 ish.

Not bad deal spend $3 at WM and come out with $14 at FS

[zoro69]

Off topic, but for you goozexers out there, where do you find the best deal on lettermail bubblers or other envelopes you use to send games out? I've seen Staples sells a giant 100+ pack online for around $90, but that's a big investment up front, although being better priced per bubble mailer. Otherwise, I've found when in a jam I end up doling out 70 cents per, which is a little too pricey. Lowest I've got one was for 35 cents. Usually get them at Staples or Shoppers. Recommendations? I'd probably just go for the Staples online only if I could find a Staples coupon, but that thread is crazy.

If you want quantity then uline.ca -by the case only (250 for $43+shipping, the closer to toronto the better, $16 for me in E ON). Walmart has them in 5 or 6 packs, should be well under .70 each.

I get games from people on goozex that just used regular envelopes, always arrive fine

There are piles on ebay, if you go through them you can find total cost similar to uline

A game will not fit in size 00, they fit in 0 (tight)

I dont know why so many on goozex use the canada post brand poly envelopes with what they charge

[Captain Snazzypants]

If you want quantity then uline.ca -by the case only (250 for $43+shipping, the closer to toronto the better, $16 for me in E ON). Walmart has them in 5 or 6 packs, should be well under .70 each.

I get games from people on goozex that just used regular envelopes, always arrive fine

There are piles on ebay, if you go through them you can find total cost similar to uline

A game will not fit in size 00, they fit in 0 (tight)

I dont know why so many on goozex use the canada post brand poly envelopes with what they charge

The ones I get at Dollarama say #0 and #00 on the back - not sure why. They can be a bit tight, but it's the only size that provides a good snug fit. Wouldn't work for non-standard cases like CE, LE games, etc.

250 at a time is pretty hardcore - I'm sure that's a no-brainer for some on here, but I am pretty happy with 3 packs for now. :twisted:

[La Fleur]

If you want quantity then uline.ca -by the case only (250 for $43+shipping, the closer to toronto the better, $16 for me in E ON). Walmart has them in 5 or 6 packs, should be well under .70 each.

I get games from people on goozex that just used regular envelopes, always arrive fine

There are piles on ebay, if you go through them you can find total cost similar to uline

A game will not fit in size 00, they fit in 0 (tight)

I dont know why so many on goozex use the canada post brand poly envelopes with what they charge

Whenever I've used regular envelopes with a bit of padding, like bubble wrap, I find the buyers complain about the condition of the package, like it's arts and crafts time. A lot of buyers complain about trivial things like stickers on the game case cover (i.e. EB), rogers video rings on inside of disk, bad packaging, etc and in some cases this affects your feedback score. I personally could care less how it arrives as long as it does and the game disc is not majorly damaged.

That uline.ca sounds good. Cheaper than Staples. I;ll have to check shipping costs. I think Staples is free after a certain price (50-ish) and it's next day delivery, which is pretty nice.

[zoro69]

Service is exceptional from uline, its a big favorite with ebayers. They were shipping tons of stuff from chicago to canada before they opened the warehouse here

Should have mentioned with goozex, any uni students on here can use it FREE now until Jan something (saves the $1 per request). Still remain completely baffled by the trading in obsession here with many of the reported trades no deal at all.

staples is "free" shipping...but uline would be cheaper in total cost for most items, as long as you buy quantity

[grazor]

Ace Combat 6 (360) no longer qualifies for the T3 promo at EB :(.

TIV $7.25

[jrm904]

EB

PS3
X-Men Origins: Wolverine- 13.25
Street Fighter 4- 13.25
Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2- 16.50 <--- :eek:

decided to hold onto all of them for now

[Captain Snazzypants]

Whenever I've used regular envelopes with a bit of padding, like bubble wrap, I find the buyers complain about the condition of the package, like it's arts and crafts time. A lot of buyers complain about trivial things like stickers on the game case cover (i.e. EB), rogers video rings on inside of disk, bad packaging, etc and in some cases this affects your feedback score. I personally could care less how it arrives as long as it does and the game disc is not majorly damaged.

That uline.ca sounds good. Cheaper than Staples. I;ll have to check shipping costs. I think Staples is free after a certain price (50-ish) and it's next day delivery, which is pretty nice.

One of the golden rules on Goozex is that you should reach out to the person you are matched with and ask them to make sure everything is in great condition, since you're "a Collector" or "it's for a friend" (assuming you care about this title).

By doing so, you let them know you expect it to be in good shape and you give them an easy out in case it's not. Unless they use tracking (and few do) the Offerer is putting their neck out when they ship their games. If it doesn't arrive, they lose everything - if the game is unplayable, they get not only a negative feedback that could dissuade others from trading with them, but they lose the trade points as well in the dispute.

This has worked well for me, and I have had the same "template question" come my way a number of times also.

[BUFFAR]

I think this PS3 trade in is pretty hot if you guys don't have a backward compatible phat PS3. What do you guys think?

Trade phat ps3 + 1 game + $149.99 = Brand new 250GB PS3 Slim

http://www.gamestop.ca/gs/specialty/tradeins/

[Captain Snazzypants]

i have never bought one.. i just reuse all the ones from games ppl send me from goozex or ebay...

im still mad that i was suppose to get eternal sonata and then it moved me into 5th place for some reason.. terrible!

and now i forgot to take off soul calibur 4 premium edition and now its being sent to me... i know its one of u !!!!

Goozex is slow, but you have to watch out for what you ahve on your list. Been there, done that - and no, it wasn't me (wish it was!!)

Future shop TIV today:

PSP: Go! Sudoku $2.00 ($0.98 purchased from WM) (traded in 2)
DS: My Healthy Cooking Coach $10.00 ($0.98 purchased from WM) this obviously qualifies for T3.

EB trade values were $2 and $3 ish.
Not bad deal spend $3 at WM and come out with $14 at FS

That's an incredible profit margin. Too bad it wasn't bigger stakes :D

[zoro69]

i think this ps3 trade in is pretty hot if you guys don't have a backward compatible phat ps3. What do you guys think?

Trade phat ps3 + 1 game = brand new 250gb ps3 slim

http://www.gamestop.ca/gs/specialty/tradeins/

and $150!!

[BUFFAR]

and $150!!

Oops forgot about that but still really good. You get an extra 170gb of hdd and a new console with a new warranty. :razz:

[FlyingSoLow]

I think this PS3 trade in is pretty hot if you guys don't have a backward compatible phat PS3. What do you guys think?

Trade phat ps3 + 1 game + $149.99 = Brand new 250GB PS3 Slim

http://www.gamestop.ca/gs/specialty/tradeins/

But I only have a 40GB... :(

[jEnkinsX]

But I only have a 40GB... :(

I know me too! I was able to switch ratchet and clank for mw2. I did halo 3 and mass effect which are both 9.99 @ bbv + 14.99 credit. Sold it to a friend for $60! Gonna use that $60 as start up fund for anymore buying/trading that I'm goin to do

[TheGamer2400]

EB

PS3
X-Men Origins: Wolverine- 13.25
Street Fighter 4- 13.25
Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2- 16.50 <--- :eek:

decided to hold onto all of them for now

Yeah, ridiculous they're offering that low for Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 especially when it came out like 2 months ago.

[BUFFAR]

360 - Spiderwick Chronicles - $2.75

[GVRtrader]

I think this PS3 trade in is pretty hot if you guys don't have a backward compatible phat PS3. What do you guys think?

Trade phat ps3 + 1 game + $149.99 = Brand new 250GB PS3 Slim

http://www.gamestop.ca/gs/specialty/tradeins/

Its a decent deal i guess if you want a 250GB slim PS3 and have an older model. Basically you are getting about $180 TIV for the console towards a new 250GB console. That said, with some of the deals that have been going on for PS3, its really not all that hot as you could always keep the old PS3 as a BR player.

You can, for example, still get a new PS3 for 299.99 @ RP and get 2x 49.99 used game for free. Pick up say 2x Fifa 10 and you get back $80 of credit making the console cost about $220 + tax. If you use that deal to do calculations, then you really just save $70 + tax (and less HD space) in exchange for a BR player and a game. I guess it all depends on how much value you have for a old PS3.

Personally i prefer my first gen 60GB (with 500GB, very easy to swap HD on first gen... didn't look at slim swapping but i doubt its hard) PS3 and i use my slims (from last month's EB deal) just for BR and sometime Local Borderland/MW2.

[maxpowers]

PS3 MW2 $40 tiv at EB today

[grazor]

I did a T3 at EB using the following games

360
Saints Row 2 - 8.25
HAWX - 8
Left 4 Dead - not sure but qualified

I decided to preorder Darksiders since it appears to be interesting and it's also a gaming guarantee :).

One thing to note is that if you are doing a T3, the game sells for $59.99 not $69.99.

[jEnkinsX]

59.99 eh? Hmm ok I guess I don't have a choice tomorrow but get that. Thansk for the info!

[GVRtrader]

I did a T3 at EB using the following games

360
Saints Row 2 - 8.25
HAWX - 8
Left 4 Dead - not sure but qualified

I decided to preorder Darksiders since it appears to be interesting and it's also a gaming guarantee :).

One thing to note is that if you are doing a T3, the game sells for $59.99 not $69.99.

Talk about huge dives on HAWX... wonder how low the PS3 one is now. Can't believe i traded so many in for 30.25 last month (PS3 since it was most wanted) but now it (might) be on the verge of not working for T3.

Seems like you're probably looking at an average cost of about $45/game @ EB (not counting credit methods to lower the cost). Might as well just wait for BB/FS/RP to do promo for games you want.:cheesygri

[Obsidian11]

EBGames:

360:
Halo 3 16.50 (or close to..)
Call of Duty: World at War 16.50

PS3:
Vakyria Chronicles 14.50

Wii:
Super Paper Mario 10.00

PSP:
Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII 9.00
DJ Max Fever 4.75

[cashinstinct]

One thing to note is that if you are doing a T3, the game sells for $59.99 not $69.99.

So moving an existing $69.99 pre-order to Darksiders seems a better idea... you would get your $10 back immediately?

[GVRtrader]

So moving an existing $69.99 pre-order to Darksiders seems a better idea... you would get your $10 back immediately?

If you do a trade in, you will no longer get the difference for the game regardless of the value. There are exceptions to this but generally speaking, the reps will NOT give you the difference. I only found 1 store to be an exception to this rule for MW2 (64.99 vs 69.99 on PO) in all of GVR (could just be bad luck with rep at every other location but i somehow doubt that).

The T3G1F promo just means a free game and not a set value of $70. It runs upto $70 for LE if the rep allows it (quite a few GoW3 UE PO using T3G1F, which gives me 69.99 towards the final price).

I was actually quite shocked that last time they didn't drop AC2 to 59.99 (Walmart sells it for 57.xx for reference) and still sold it for 69.99. Same with MW2 and 64.99 (vs 59.99 everywhere else).

[Wick98]

So moving an existing $69.99 pre-order to Darksiders seems a better idea... you would get your $10 back immediately?

That's what happened when I moved a $69.99 pre-order to God of War 3. The CSR put $10 on my Edge card.

Question:

Did Darksiders' price just change recently? I pre-ordered it last week, using their trade 2 promotion. I traded 2 games and paid an extra $19.99. If it's $59.99, I should have only had to pay $9.99, right?

[jEnkinsX]

That's what happened when I moved a $69.99 pre-order to God of War 3. The CSR put $10 on my Edge card.

Question:

Did Darksiders' price just change recently? I pre-ordered it last week, using their trade 2 promotion. I traded 2 games and paid an extra $19.99. If it's $59.99, I should have only had to pay $9.99, right?

How were you able to do that? I thought T2 + 19.99 was only for titles released in September to November. I tried doing this yesterday for Darksiders, but no budge.

[United11]

just trade with me lol.. im willign to do 1 for 1 ur BB for my BBV :D

Yeah, that's probably the best way to do it. I sent you a PM.

[Wick98]

How were you able to do that? I thought T2 + 19.99 was only for titles released in September to November. I tried doing this yesterday for Darksiders, but no budge.

I posted asking what my best option was since I only had 2 trade-in games and someone told me that the trade 2 promo works from September-November (inclusive, meaning it still works during November.) I went to the store and asked how their trade 2 promo worked and they allowed me to do it without any problems. This was on the 18th.

On my receipt it shows that I traded 2 games in for $50.00 credit and had to pay $22.72 extra, with taxes. So, I guess I can take it back and get the extra $10 refunded?

[GVRtrader]

How were you able to do that? I thought T2 + 19.99 was only for titles released in September to November. I tried doing this yesterday for Darksiders, but no budge.

Some reps will allow you to use current promo for PO, which means they ignore the date Sept - Nov and allow you (in the month of Nov) to PO any game in their system using T2 + x. You can even get GoW3 that way (2 + 9.99). My question is will anything happen if the game changes value in the future.

That said, still pretty hard to find EB tradable titles for <$15 each (not impossible but the list is much shorter than it used to be). Kinda a pain too now as my friends are asking me to PO GoW3... but i don't want to waste my time finding EB games>.>

[mahjongmaniac]

^ every EB ive been to, all u need for straight credit is the disc... lots of times ive traded in disc only if it was just for straight credit to EB and not a promo so i could keep the case.. sometimes i also give them the manual and cover and just keep a blank case myself.. i even tell them "ya i wanted to keep the case but here is everything that comes with it"...

only need the manual and case for when ur doing promos.. atleast thats how its always been here..
Thats generally the case but i had reps say stuff like i'll let it go this time but next time i'll charge X, or they will just say i'll charge X cause its missing a book or need resurfacing. Again depends completely on the rep as they seem to have more power than say BB/FS and don't have standard deductions like RP.

i don't go to EBG to trade just for straight credit often, but the last few times i have, they made sure it was complete, ... otherwise i'd imagine they would've deducted TIV

---------

There's not a lot of big games coming out in December in the first place. Saboteur, Avatar, Rogue Warrior and a couple other games, but nothing huge.
That being said, EB has T3's up for a bunch of 2010 titles already, including Bioshock 2, Splinter Cell Conviction, among others. You can just put it towards Darksiders when you go there, since it's a game guarantee and then switch it to whatever you like after picking up and trading in. EB's big list of T3 titles should change next month to reflect early 2010 titles.

TC's SC:C has been on the T3GIF list since the last batch of T3GIF titles like NFS:U, DA:O, U2:AT, etc.

Bioshock 2 is new though... can't recall i've seen others on the list

[xbox-er]

Midnight Club Los Angeles - $7.75
GTA IV ( 360 ) - $6.50
Rockband 2 ( 360 ) - $20
Rainbow Six Vegas 2 ( 360 ) - $8.50
Metal Gear Solid IV - Qualified ( cannot remember )

Banjo Kazooie Nuts and Bolts - ( 360 ) - $5

I wish I could remember the price for the 10 or so that did not qualify.

Traded a 40GB PS3 for $110 as well ( I had reasons )

[La Fleur]

Midnight Club Los Angeles - $7.75
GTA IV ( 360 ) - $6.50
Rockband 2 ( 360 ) - $20
Rainbow Six Vegas 2 ( 360 ) - $8.50
Metal Gear Solid IV - Qualified ( cannot remember )

Banjo Kazooie Nuts and Bolts - ( 360 ) - $5

I wish I could remember the price for the 10 or so that did not qualify.

Traded a 40GB PS3 for $110 as well ( I had reasons )

Was Midnight Club for PS3 then? I wonder now much EB sell Banjo for . . . kind of surprised it dropped to 5, since last I checked it was selling for $35 used at EB.

I agree with the others here . . . too many dropping tivs, both on old and new games, that the thought hardly crosses my mind to do any trading there. Same with FS lately too. Here are some FS updates on games that did qualify recently for T3 there, but no longer work:

Riddick 360 - 7.75
Pure ps3 - 7.75

And Best Buy is also following suit on the older titles:

FEAR 2 ps3 - 8
HAWX 360 - 8
QofSolace 360 - 8
Rise of Argo ps3 - 5.25

Thankfully, all of these games still have some use at other places, but long gone are the days of multiple options. It will be interesting what December holds for trades. Most of the useful titles have tanked and the ones that remain useful at RP, won't likely work for next month's list, unless they decided not to change the eligible titles much. This literally leaves a handful of titles that could work next month, since I don't see to many more price drops on games. Of course, a really good pre-Christmas or boxing week sale could shake things up easily and prove me wrong.

[xbox-er]

Midnight Club Los Angeles - $7.75
GTA IV ( 360 ) - $6.50
Rockband 2 ( 360 ) - $20
Rainbow Six Vegas 2 ( 360 ) - $8.50
Metal Gear Solid IV - Qualified ( cannot remember )

Banjo Kazooie Nuts and Bolts - ( 360 ) - $5

I wish I could remember the price for the 10 or so that did not qualify.

Traded a 40GB PS3 for $110 as well ( I had reasons )

Opps,
Midnight Club Los Angeles was 360 as well.

[smuPoker]

RP:

Borderlands (360) - $40
Street Fighter 4 (PS3) - $8.25

EB:

Borderlands (360) - $32.25
Street Fighter 4 (PS3) - $13.75

[mikka1989]

tiv for fifa 10 at bestbuy is 35

[Flipmars]

EB

X360
Mass Effect 8,75$
Far Cry 2, 7,25$

DS
Pokemon Diamond: over 8$

Wii
MOH: Heroes 2 9$

Preorderer Darksider... Thinking about switching it to Saboteur but IDK (since Darksiders is only a 59,99$ value for GG).

[rahul1190]

Does anyone recall the TIV of Batman:AA for the 360?

[Aeleus]

Hey are there any games out there that work for EBs T3 for $19.99 deal? i need one more to get forza 3 and currently am using Halo 3 (TIV of 16.50 =D) Also if anyone has one that i can buy for $15 in the markham area that would be great too

[jEnkinsX]

EB TIV
Halo 3 16.xx
QoS PS3 14.xx
NFS : UC 9.xx

Traded it for GT5 PO since it was 69.99. I might switch to Darksiders later on.. but we'll see... :D

[jEnkinsX]

Hey are there any games out there that work for EBs T3 for $19.99 deal? i need one more to get forza 3 and currently am using Halo 3 (TIV of 16.50 =D) Also if anyone has one that i can buy for $15 in the markham area that would be great too

Look for this @ BBV - CALL AROUND :

Wii - Warioware Smooth Moves - 4.99
Wii - The Legend of Zelda : Twilight Princess - 4.99
PS3 - Uncharted : Drakes Fortune - 9.99
PS3 - Heavenly Sword - 9.99
360 - Mass Effect - 9.99
PS3 - *MAYBE* Marvel Ultimate Alliance - 4.99

I think all this qualify..

[chris01]

Traded in Gears of War 2 today at FutureShop for $23. Pretty good because I was expecting around $8 according to tivs.ca (www.tivs.ca).

[La Fleur]

Traded in Gears of War 2 today at FutureShop for $23. Pretty good because I was expecting around $8 according to tivs.ca (www.tivs.ca).

Wha? That's strange. I went to trade it the other day and I was quoted $8 for regular and $18 for limited edition. I'd glady trade my limited edition for $23 (what I paid for it at EB), since it's incomplete.

Did you use it for a trade promo or straight up cred?

[Captain Snazzypants]

RP:

Borderlands (360) - $40
Street Fighter 4 (PS3) - $8.25

EB:

Borderlands (360) - $32.25
Street Fighter 4 (PS3) - $13.75

There is no middle ground at Rogers Plus and their TIVs. I'm not sure if they have anything at all in the $10-$35 range once you get past their Most Wanted list...


tiv for fifa 10 at bestbuy is 35

Fifa 10 will get you $40 TIV at Rogers. If you get another used game at the same time as your trade-in, you can save the tax as well. That means you could get Uncharted 2, Tekken 6 or any other recent $49.99 used game for $35 all-in, and still have $5 left over, but only till the end of the month when that TIV slips and the 30% off promo expires.

EB

X360
Mass Effect 8,75$
Far Cry 2, 7,25$

DS
Pokemon Diamond: over 8$

Wii
MOH: Heroes 2 9$


When did Mass Effect come back from the TIV grave? :twisted:

Look for this @ BBV - CALL AROUND :

Wii - Warioware Smooth Moves - 4.99
Wii - The Legend of Zelda : Twilight Princess - 4.99
PS3 - Uncharted : Drakes Fortune - 9.99
PS3 - Heavenly Sword - 9.99
360 - Mass Effect - 9.99
PS3 - *MAYBE* Marvel Ultimate Alliance - 4.99

I think all this qualify..

Holy hell man. I haven't seen those prices in my local BBVs. I tried to get Mortal Kombat vs DC the other day when it was said to be $14.99 but it rang up at $29.99 as stickered. Your BBVs are on crack, man... :D Wish mine would be...

[r_pnoyflip_d]

How come when i got the ZELDA game scanned, it scanned at $49.99.
But you guys are saying its $4.99 used at BBV.
is it by location???

[Aeleus]

Lol Zelda:TP for 4.99? can u confirm that at any BBV location? they seem to be $40 in my area lol

[r_pnoyflip_d]

At my area, when the guy scanned it, it rang at $49.99. There were two of them too. I thought i hit a jackpot but :(

[jEnkinsX]

holy hell man. I haven't seen those prices in my local bbvs. I tried to get mortal kombat vs dc the other day when it was said to be $14.99 but it rang up at $29.99 as stickered. Your bbvs are on crack, man... :d wish mine would be...

these are used games sorry for the misunderstanding

and SMOOTH MOVES is 9.99 another mistake on my part.

I loved it when Twilight Princess was Most Wanted @ EB. Found 1 and it had a white case.. no cover/manual.. got $37 for it.. now i think its < $16. someone reported smooth moves is 22 something i just forgot where.

[chris01]

Wha? That's strange. I went to trade it the other day and I was quoted $8 for regular and $18 for limited edition. I'd glady trade my limited edition for $23 (what I paid for it at EB), since it's incomplete.

Did you use it for a trade promo or straight up cred?

I got store credit. And it wasn't even the limited edition, just the regular version. Initially, he quoted $18 but ended up giving $22.80.

[Captain Snazzypants]

these are used games sorry for the misunderstanding

and SMOOTH MOVES is 9.99 another mistake on my part.

I loved it when Twilight Princess was Most Wanted @ EB. Found 1 and it had a white case.. no cover/manual.. got $37 for it.. now i think its < $16. someone reported smooth moves is 22 something i just forgot where.

I was looking at used games too...

[jEnkinsX]

I was looking at used games too...

Really? I called and asked about some of those games.. and prices are right.. i dunno why urs is differnt :S And some of em are almost impossible to find :(

[olp79]

Lol Zelda:TP for 4.99? can u confirm that at any BBV location? they seem to be $40 in my area lol

At my area, when the guy scanned it, it rang at $49.99. There were two of them too. I thought i hit a jackpot but :(

I picked up a used Zelda:TP for $4.99 a few weeks ago from BBV. I'm in the Hamilton area.

[jEnkinsX]

I picked up a used Zelda:TP for $4.99 a few weeks ago from BBV. I'm in the Hamilton area.

Phew! I thought ppl will start posting that I'm a liar. See! It wasn't just me :D

[grappos13]

i been hearing about twilight princess being 4.99 used at BBV for the last 6+months i believe...easily since early summer

[mahjongmaniac]

Whenever I've used regular envelopes with a bit of padding, like bubble wrap, I find the buyers complain about the condition of the package, like it's arts and crafts time. A lot of buyers complain about trivial things like stickers on the game case cover (i.e. EB), rogers video rings on inside of disk, bad packaging, etc and in some cases this affects your feedback score. I personally could care less how it arrives as long as it does and the game disc is not majorly damaged.


heh, some of us are picky about case condition, and a lot of other stuff... we like keeping games in pristine condition :D

[mahjongmaniac]

If you do a trade in, you will no longer get the difference for the game regardless of the value. There are exceptions to this but generally speaking, the reps will NOT give you the difference. I only found 1 store to be an exception to this rule for MW2 (64.99 vs 69.99 on PO) in all of GVR (could just be bad luck with rep at every other location but i somehow doubt that).

they're prbly trying to crack down on ppl who are abusing trade promos

technically speaking for T3GIF, there should be no $ back if MSRP changes

[La Fleur]

heh, some of us are picky about case condition, and a lot of other stuff... we like keeping games in pristine condition :D

Absolutely, me too. But, when trading on a site like Goozex, you can't expect perfection. Most times I'll make a point to remove sticker residue, polish the games, take them to BBV or somewhere else and get them cleaned up. However, I can't always do this within the 3 day timeframe of shipping, so I try my best. Also, considering the # of mint games (some brand new)I've sent out (many) to the ratio of tips I've got (1), I think the buyers sometimes expect way too much from the sellers. Bottom line, is there's no middle ground for the collector's and bargain hunters (some of us are both), so things can get dicey if you're just trying to offload a game and someone else is hoping it'll be the next piece in their collection. Oh well, it's still a great site and they should really give us some bonuses (trade credits) for all the free advertising we give them:razz:

[Parth]

When did Mass Effect come back from the TIV grave? :twisted:
Since the beginning of November :P. It was on the MW list.

[mahjongmaniac]

There is no middle ground at Rogers Plus and their TIVs. I'm not sure if they have anything at all in the $10-$35 range once you get past their Most Wanted list...

anything b/t $20-30, i'm not so sure, but i can tell you there are games worth $10-20 in TIV

exact titles i can't recall, but a couple mths ago when i was calling around for TIV quotes, i remember a PSP and DS game that had $10+ TIV

but yeah, generally speaking, if it's not a game on their most-wanted list, the game is worth next to nothing (i.e. better off trading elsewhere or not trading at all)

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How come when i got the ZELDA game scanned, it scanned at $49.99.
But you guys are saying its $4.99 used at BBV.
is it by location???

$5 used, but $50 new

[GVRtrader]

anything b/t $20-30, i'm not so sure, but i can tell you there are games worth $10-20 in TIV

exact titles i can't recall, but a couple mths ago when i was calling around for TIV quotes, i remember a PSP and DS game that had $10+ TIV

but yeah, generally speaking, if it's not a game on their most-wanted list, the game is worth next to nothing (i.e. better off trading elsewhere or not trading at all)

Sample title of $10-20...

Wii Fit (regular) 14.75
Mario & Sonic Winter O - 17.75

As for games $20-30... i can't think of any example off the top of my head... actually i can't think of any between $20 - 34.99.

[GVRtrader]

these are used games sorry for the misunderstanding

and SMOOTH MOVES is 9.99 another mistake on my part.

I loved it when Twilight Princess was Most Wanted @ EB. Found 1 and it had a white case.. no cover/manual.. got $37 for it.. now i think its < $16. someone reported smooth moves is 22 something i just forgot where.

It was reported @ EB games a few days ago. But remember EB TIVs drop daily so it might or might not have dropped.

[GVRtrader]

does anyone recall the tiv of batman:aa for the 360?

20 @ fs/bb

[grappos13]

tiv of batman is still $35 at RP for mint...its in their flyer..

[themackdad]

EB Games
-Far Cry 2 ps3 - 8$
-Ghostbusters ps3 - 12.50$

Best Buy
-NBA Live 10 ps3 - 40$

[maxtrix]

Just called for trade-in value of Mortal Kombat vs DC Universe (360) at EB Games, he gave me a value of $7...

anyone else trade this in recently?

[SigBro]

TIV's for November 25th:

Wario Ware: Smooth Moves (Wii) - $22.25
Far Cry 2 (PS3) - $8.25

[Acid_]

TIV's for November 25th:

Wario Ware: Smooth Moves (Wii) - $22.25
Far Cry 2 (PS3) - $8.25

Is this at EB Games the place to trade and save?

[jEnkinsX]

TIV's for November 25th:

Wario Ware: Smooth Moves (Wii) - $22.25
Far Cry 2 (PS3) - $8.25
I gotta look for that warioware game. Damn. 22.25! That's amazing.

[Captain Snazzypants]

Just called for trade-in value of Mortal Kombat vs DC Universe (360) at EB Games, he gave me a value of $7...

anyone else trade this in recently?

Yeah, at Rogers Plus where it counts for $35 TIV as a qualifying T2G1F title - LINKY (http://www.rogersplus.ca/games/gamestradein_eligible_titles.asp)
I'd say you're better off going there... :D

Is this at EB Games the place to trade and save?

Do I detect a hint of sarcasm? lol

[Mollo]

ebgames
Naruto: Broken Bond (X360) = $7.25 :cry:

[SigBro]

Is this at EB Games the place to trade and save?

My bad. It is in fact, "Trade and Save at EB Games"

[arty316]

TIV Best Buy today:

Xbox 360 Blazing Angels $3.58
Xbox 360 Project Gotham Racing 4 $8.40
PS3 Fairytale Fights $30

Not too bad. Picked up Blazing Angels for $2 at a local store a while back.
PGR4 came with my xbox live subscription package (live, chatpad, headset, PGR4) when it was on sale and Fairytale fights also bought at a local video store. Turns out nobody rented it in the 2 weeks it has been out so the owner asked me if I wanted it for $10 since I curiously picked up the case. I know it already received 1 price drop at EB from 59.99 to 39.99 and I would expect this to be bargain bin within the month so I flipped it to BB asap.

Plus, I was lucky enough to have a CSR who actually added the taxes to my total credit.

[Avenger]

Futureshop - Super Mario Galaxy - $14.25
Rogers took it for $28.50!

[Bedlam]

Hi everyone,

Not quite sure why my first post hasn't made it onto the forum, but here goes another shot.

Futureshop TIV as of 25-Nov-09:

[WII] $13.00 - Quantum of Solace
[WII] $8.00 - The Bigs 2
[360] $8.00 - Dynasty Warriors; Gundam

To my surprise, it was a bit of different story for Best Buy:

[WII] $8.00 - Quantum of Solace
[WII] $10.00 - The Bigs 2
[360] $15.00 - Dynasty Warriors; Gundam

Weird:confused:...but I hope this helps.

Oh, and PS3 version of Sonic:Unleashed is no longer above $9

Edit: These TIV's are in Alberta, i guess it might be different for other provinces and such.

[jEnkinsX]

BBV is selling:

Rainbow Six Vegas 1 & 2 Used for 9.99

Is that a good deal? I found 1 & 2 @ 2 different location which were very far apart LOL. I will try and look to see if its still there tomorrow. So if I get Shaun Snowboard for 9.99 NEW and RV2 9.99 used.. any other used game I can get for Rogers T3? I want Dragon Age/Shift

[Captain Snazzypants]

Futureshop - Super Mario Galaxy - $14.25
Rogers took it for $28.50!

Rogers Plus gave you $28.50 for Super Mario Galaxy? Wow - confirmation that there are still some high TIV games beyond their Most Wanted list. Probably ones like this that were recently on the MW list but just came off...

[Bwadd]

Picked up @ BBV

Shawn White - 360 -$7.99
Ninja Blade - 360 - $9.99
Devil May Cry 4 - 360 - $9.99

T3G1F @ RP for Uncharted 2:lol:

[jEnkinsX]

Picked up @ BBV

Shawn White - 360 -$7.99
Ninja Blade - 360 - $9.99
Devil May Cry 4 - 360 - $9.99

T3G1F @ RP for Uncharted 2:lol:

what? DMC4 was priced 14.99 :( oh well

[La Fleur]

Hi everyone,

Not quite sure why my first post hasn't made it onto the forum, but here goes another shot.

Futureshop TIV as of 25-Nov-09:

[WII] $13.00 - Quantum of Solace
[WII] $8.00 - The Bigs 2
[360] $8.00 - Dynasty Warriors; Gundam

To my surprise, it was a bit of different story for Best Buy:

[WII] $8.00 - Quantum of Solace
[WII] $10.00 - The Bigs 2
[360] $15.00 - Dynasty Warriors; Gundam

Weird:confused:...but I hope this helps.

Oh, and PS3 version of Sonic:Unleashed is no longer above $9

Edit: These TIV's are in Alberta, i guess it might be different for other provinces and such.


Definitely helps. Thanks for the post. I had been wondering the tiv of Gundam. There are certainly enough differences between BB and FS tivs, so it's good to have people always checking.

[moonrider77]

Posted on the other thread, Today,

Terminator: Salvation (PS3)

FS: 18.00
BB: 22.50
EB: 23.50

[hotjoint]

From my experience, EB gives the worst TIV. I never buy or trade anything to EB, they're such a rip off. Hopefully they are seeing a decrease in buyers/sellers because places like BB, BBV and RP are giving better rates.

[Vinman]

From my experience, EB gives the worst TIV. I never buy or trade anything to EB, they're such a rip off.

Agreed, but watch out - the EB Police Force will soon descend on you with the usual "let your wallet do the talking" and "stop whining" canned responses. :lol:

I went into EB looking to do a T2+$19 deal for Dragon Age, but I cant even count how many $7.50 games I had, and the only ones that qualified as $8+ I could easily sell on eBay and just buy DA up front. I even told the CSR that their TIVs were out of whack and they'd probably lose me as a customer, and he just sheepishly huddled behind his old CRT monitor.

[renegadeavenger]

Anyone know by any chance how much

UEFA Euro 2008 - Ps3 is still worth?

[GVRtrader]

Anyone know by any chance how much

UEFA Euro 2008 - Ps3 is still worth?

< $9 everywhere and does not work for any promotions (except TMGM but thats not a current promotion). With EB's recent price drop, i wouldn't be surprised if it was < $3 now too (it was >$3 the last TMGM, ~$5 i believe). Basically you might as well keep it.

[GVRtrader]

Rogers Plus gave you $28.50 for Super Mario Galaxy? Wow - confirmation that there are still some high TIV games beyond their Most Wanted list. Probably ones like this that were recently on the MW list but just came off...

There are high TIV beyond the most wanted list but i never had one @ $28.50 (or any games between $20 - 34.99). I traded all the MG to BB/FS at the start of the month when they were $30 @ both location, then it dropped to < $30 at one (guessing its FS now) and stayed @ $30 at the other for a while (till i was done with it at least, not sure what the TIV is now).

Perfect example is Mario & Sonic Winter O, which was $35 for a while after their promo ended (last month $35) but recently dropped to 17.75. Basically most wanted guarantees the game TIV for the month (or so it seems) but ones not on the list isn't guarantee (good thing BB/FS gave $25 for it so i still came out ahead with the 2 i kept overnight).

Forgot to post this yesterday night...

MLB The Show 09 (PS3) - 27.25 @ BB (didn't check FS, was the same last week). Its selling for only 34.99 used so i expect it to change soon. If anyone wants it for 34.99, i traded a brand new copy to Cambie location (never even entered my PS3, i was using it as a TIV checker but when offered 27.25 i figure i better trade it since i saw another new copy @ RP for 17.50). The game only left the case for BB to check each time i checked TIVs lol.

[Avenger]

There are high TIV beyond the most wanted list but i never had one @ $28.50 (or any games between $20 - 34.99). I traded all the MG to BB/FS at the start of the month when they were $30 @ both location, then it dropped to < $30 at one (guessing its FS now) and stayed @ $30 at the other for a while (till i was done with it at least, not sure what the TIV is now).

Perfect example is Mario & Sonic Winter O, which was $35 for a while after their promo ended (last month $35) but recently dropped to 17.75. Basically most wanted guarantees the game TIV for the month (or so it seems) but ones not on the list isn't guarantee (good thing BB/FS gave $25 for it so i still came out ahead with the 2 i kept overnight).


Them giving me that for SMG made no sense - I only paid $20+tax for it on their used rack with the current promo! I didn't ask questions :)

[vic1632]

traded these in at RP tonight:


Wii Fit (game only) $14.75

Wii Play $13.75

[hotjoint]

Agreed, but watch out - the EB Police Force will soon descend on you with the usual "let your wallet do the talking" and "stop whining" canned responses. :lol:

I went into EB looking to do a T2+$19 deal for Dragon Age, but I cant even count how many $7.50 games I had, and the only ones that qualified as $8+ I could easily sell on eBay and just buy DA up front. I even told the CSR that their TIVs were out of whack and they'd probably lose me as a customer, and he just sheepishly huddled behind his old CRT monitor.

haha damn that sucks. Oh well, nothing you can do except go elsewhere and try to see if another place has a better promotion or let EB rape you :o

[Vinman]

haha damn that sucks. Oh well, nothing you can do except go elsewhere and try to see if another place has a better promotion or let EB rape you :o

I plan on just listing them on eBay and buying DA from FS for $39. EB can go pound salt.

[rudyjuly2]

Brought NCAA 10 Football for the PS3 into BBV to trade and the trade-in value was $24 at lunch today. I kept the game since that's too low. The FS trade value has to be wrong at less than $5 as well.

[antsmarchin]

FS (Yonge&Dundas)
Supersmash Bros (Wii) - 10.25
BOO!

[rfd_112233]

I even told the CSR that their TIVs were out of whack and they'd probably lose me as a customer, and he just sheepishly huddled behind his old CRT monitor.

And you would expect him to do what? Call HQ and tell them they're about to lose a customer if we don't take his turds and give him a brand new game?

It's funny how everyone is quick to take advantage of EB T3 promos when they can buy/dump games for $30, but as soon as it becomes more difficult to take advantage of it, everyone screams bloody murder like EB owes them something. Where people get this sense of entitlement is beyond me...

[MK-com]

EB:
Fairytale Fights (360) - $17.25

[Captain Snazzypants]

FS (Yonge&Dundas)
Supersmash Bros (Wii) - 10.25
BOO!

Rogers Plus will give you $35 credit, which you can use instantly to get any $49.99 PS3 or 360 used game (30% off and no tax if it's the same transaction). I'd say that beats $10 at Future Fail !!!

And you would expect him to do what? Call HQ and tell them they're about to lose a customer if we don't take his turds and give him a brand new game?

It's funny how everyone is quick to take advantage of EB T3 promos when they can buy/dump games for $30, but as soon as it becomes more difficult to take advantage of it, everyone screams bloody murder like EB owes them something. Where people get this sense of entitlement is beyond me...

Amen. It's a free market and we as consumers have plenty of options...

[TT shopper]

As of Monday, BBV is taking Watchmen - Game + BD(PS3) for $30, on the promo list ($30 for PS3 games). They took both Game and BD.

[boondock]

EB:
Fairytale Fights (360) - $17.25

You might get 30 dollars at BBV, I got 35 for it a month or two ago.

[arty316]

EB:
Fairytale Fights (360) - $17.25

It was $30 yesterday at BB.

[arty316]

You might get 30 dollars at BBV, I got 35 for it a month or two ago.

Fairytale fights was released this month, so it probably wasn't a month or two ago.

[eladmk]

I actually went to a store called "Just Games" at Agincourt Mall in Scarborough to trade in the following games, they have a promotion now for every game traded in you get 25% more TIV.

I traded in

Fear 2 (PS3) - got from RP for around 12
Bioshock (Xbox360) - got from RP for 10
Nascar Kart Racing (Wii) - got for RP for 15
Guiness Book of Records (Wii) - got from Staples for 10
Rygar (Wii) - got from EB games for 5

I got a total store credit of $52.50 which I was surprised!

EB will probably get me around $25 or less for those games. (Fear 2 = 6, Bioshock = 4, guiness = 3, Nascar probably $10, Rygar = 3.

[La Fleur]

Brought NCAA 10 Football for the PS3 into BBV to trade and the trade-in value was $24 at lunch today. I kept the game since that's too low. The FS trade value has to be wrong at less than $5 as well.

Really? Game sells for $60 used at BBV. Perhaps they realize Canadians aren't really into the NCAA as much as Americans?

[La Fleur]

EB:
Fairytale Fights (360) - $17.25

Fairytale Fights had horrible advertising, so I see this game quietly dropping in value quick. Came out bad time of year too.

[balonis]

WTF?
i hope u played the games first and not just buy the games with the intent to just trade in...


I actually went to a store called "Just Games" at Agincourt Mall in Scarborough to trade in the following games, they have a promotion now for every game traded in you get 25% more TIV.

I traded in

Fear 2 (PS3) - got from RP for around 12
Bioshock (Xbox360) - got from RP for 10
Nascar Kart Racing (Wii) - got for RP for 15
Guiness Book of Records (Wii) - got from Staples for 10
Rygar (Wii) - got from EB games for 5

I got a total store credit of $52.50 which I was surprised!

EB will probably get me around $25 or less for those games. (Fear 2 = 6, Bioshock = 4, guiness = 3, Nascar probably $10, Rygar = 3.

[grappos13]

WTF?
i hope u played the games first and not just buy the games with the intent to just trade in...

nope... he wanted to make that 50 cents! lol

[GVRtrader]

nope... he wanted to make that 50 cents! lol

Thats great if you are starting out trading.:cheesygri I think my first T3G1F, i only saved like $10 or $15 off retail.:o

BTW for Super Smash, BB offered 30 like 2 weeks ago while FS offered 10.xx (i guess its 10.75, i just remembered it as 10). If you didn't trade it in yet and prefer BB/FS credit, might want to check BB.;)

[minuterice]

Ps3 and xbox 360 terminator salvation is 18 at futureshop

[Aznkid2000]

BB TIV
360
Too Human 8.00 or 8.50
Gundam Dynasty 15
Star Wars 8.00 or 8.50

Ps3
Socom Conformation 3.xx

[AmazingYen]

Futureshop - Super Mario Galaxy - $14.25
Rogers took it for $28.50!


Did they mark down for scratches??? I traded this in the night before and it was $35. ..... I was at Rogers today and asked the guy to check and he said it was still $35.

Also traded the following

Mario Kart - $40
Super Smash Bros. Brawl - $35
Beatles Wii - $35
Madden Wii - $35

[boondock]

Fairytale fights was released this month, so it probably wasn't a month or two ago.

No it wasn't because I pre-ordered it for my wife and she beat it and got rid of it like a month ago. So thats how I know its atleast a month or two old.

Cheers

[jEnkinsX]

Ps3 and xbox 360 terminator salvation is 18 at futureshop

LOL really? I just say this @ RP for 14.99 - 50% off. I was there tonight to trade in RV2 (9.99) Shaun (9.99) and FEAR2 (14.99) for NFS Shift. Ill probably wont open this. Im going to wait until December T3 list comes out. Hopefully I can exchange it lol

[minuterice]

LOL really? I just say this @ RP for 14.99 - 50% off. I was there tonight to trade in RV2 (9.99) Shaun (9.99) and FEAR2 (14.99) for NFS Shift. Ill probably wont open this. Im going to wait until December T3 list comes out. Hopefully I can exchange it lol

Ya 15+tax gets you 36 at future shop.

[TT shopper]

Posted on the other thread, Today,

Terminator: Salvation (PS3)

FS: 18.00
BB: 22.50
EB: 23.50

Ya 15+tax gets you 36 at future shop.

Ps3 and xbox 360 terminator salvation is 18 at futureshop

As of 2 min ago, EB quoted it worths only 6.50, and they are selling for $15.

[MK-com]

You might get 30 dollars at BBV, I got 35 for it a month or two ago.

Couldn't have been a month or two ago; Fairytale came out on October 27... unless you mean exactly one month. :)

But yeah, it had a $30-ish trade in at EB a couple of weeks ago. The guy on the phone said that it's because they recently dropped the price on a new game to $40.

[grappos13]

LOL really? I just say this @ RP for 14.99 - 50% off. I was there tonight to trade in RV2 (9.99) Shaun (9.99) and FEAR2 (14.99) for NFS Shift. Ill probably wont open this. Im going to wait until December T3 list comes out. Hopefully I can exchange it lol

is this even that great of a deal? spent $35... when starting tomorrow the game is 39.99 at FS and BB....

[Captain Snazzypants]

Did they mark down for scratches??? I traded this in the night before and it was $35. ..... I was at Rogers today and asked the guy to check and he said it was still $35.

Also traded the following

Mario Kart - $40
Super Smash Bros. Brawl - $35
Beatles Wii - $35
Madden Wii - $35

Yeah, me too. TIVs I got today

RP
$35 for Super Mario Galaxy today too
$35 for COD5 (360)

FS
$40 for Madden 10 Wii
$37 for Tiger 10 Wii
$10 for Bigs2 PS3
$14.xx for Super Mario Galaxy
$17.xx (IIRC) for COD5 (360)

[jEnkinsX]

is this even that great of a deal? spent $35... when starting tomorrow the game is 39.99 at FS and BB....

It's not I know.. I'm going to try selling this one again :(

[Captain Snazzypants]

is this even that great of a deal? spent $35... when starting tomorrow the game is 39.99 at FS and BB....

These sales are killing my attempts to resell some of the games I've gotten through the various promos. There's Black Friday looming in the States, juicy deals up here as well. Thank God for the rest of the world via eBay. :D

[La Fleur]

These sales are killing my attempts to resell some of the games I've gotten through the various promos. There's Black Friday looming in the States, juicy deals up here as well. Thank God for the rest of the world via eBay. :D

Haha, yea it was like that last yr too. Trade promos kind of get outdone by sales around the holidays making them less lucrative and kicking yourself for going through all the hassle to find trade titles. Ah well, all apart of the game!

[ricenice]

Ps3 and xbox 360 terminator salvation is 18 at futureshop

BB - 22.50 for PS3 and 18 for 360

[Wick98]

I did a T3 at EB using the following games

360
Saints Row 2 - 8.25
HAWX - 8
Left 4 Dead - not sure but qualified

I decided to preorder Darksiders since it appears to be interesting and it's also a gaming guarantee :).

One thing to note is that if you are doing a T3, the game sells for $59.99 not $69.99.

Has it been confirmed that it's going to be $59.99? As I mentioned before, I pre-ordered it on the 18th and had to pay $69.99 (trade 2 + $19.99 promo, where the two trades combine for $50 credit.)

I called the store I pre-ordered it at, to ask what it'd be selling for. The rep said he couldn't find it, or something like that, but that he assumed it'd be $69.99.

I'm just curious where you heard that because I'd like to get my $10 is that's the case.

[grazor]

Has it been confirmed that it's going to be $59.99? As I mentioned before, I pre-ordered it on the 18th and had to pay $69.99 (trade 2 + $19.99 promo, where the two trades combine for $50 credit.)

I called the store I pre-ordered it at, to ask what it'd be selling for. The rep said he couldn't find it, or something like that, but that he assumed it'd be $69.99.

I'm just curious where you heard that because I'd like to get my $10 is that's the case.

Yeah before I preordered it, the girl said it sells for 59.99 instead of 69.99. When I checked my receipt, it showed up as $59.99.

[hotjoint]

whats this 30% off at RP about? I know they have 50% off some new games but I havent seen this 30% being advertised anywhere? do you have to mention it to the csr to get the 30% off and is it on everything, new or used?

[NoName #1]

whats this 30% off at RP about? I know they have 50% off some new games but I havent seen this 30% being advertised anywhere? do you have to mention it to the csr to get the 30% off and is it on everything, new or used?

30% off used xbox360 and PS3 games as well as 50% off used Wii and PS2 games.

I actually picked up Ratchet and Clank this afternoon and asked to make sure that I got the 30% off and the CSR had not heard of it. She asked where I heard they were 30% off so I pointed to the giant sign that said PS3 and Xbox 360 games 30% off that was hanging on the wall by the games. It is almost the very end of Nov. and this is the first time she has heard of the promo. I like my Rogers they are usually very good but this surprised me.

[jEnkinsX]

BB - 22.50 for PS3 and 18 for 360

I never learn.. I should take the rule "Buy now, Think later" Rule by heart. 22.50! :?!?

[disaster master z]

Did anybody find out the current value of Mass Effect and/or The Wheelman at EBGames ???

[grappos13]

fyi for ppl trying to flip wheelman or bourne conspiracy... TIV at BBV is only 7.50 and 5.00 respectively :/

[the_fm]

Did anybody find out the current value of Mass Effect and/or The Wheelman at EBGames ???

pick up the phone and call? otherwise, take a look at the most recent update for both games

[sh0ck_smu]

BBV

Borderlands - $34
NHL 10 - $24
Infamous - $24

The CSR that I spoke to over the phone at Rogers didn't want to give me the values over the phone... I pressed for more but she just said: "You'll have to come in the store"

[disaster master z]

pick up the phone and call? otherwise, take a look at the most recent update for both games

The CSR said they can't check over the phone and the most recent updates are months old

[arty316]

Did anybody find out the current value of Mass Effect and/or The Wheelman at EBGames ???

Wheelman is 12.25 EB TIV today.

[grappos13]

The CSR said they can't check over the phone and the most recent updates are months old

call different stores until u find a store that will give u the TIVs over the phone.. do it for us so we can know!

[the_fm]

The CSR said they can't check over the phone and the most recent updates are months old

months old? :lol:
dude, the oldest update from those 2 is barely 10 days ago

[boondock]

Couldn't have been a month or two ago; Fairytale came out on October 27... unless you mean exactly one month. :)

But yeah, it had a $30-ish trade in at EB a couple of weeks ago. The guy on the phone said that it's because they recently dropped the price on a new game to $40.

Yeah that sounds about right, I thought it was earlier but it I must've gotten rid of it earlier this month, seemed longer...:)

[Vinman]

dude, the oldest update from those 2 is barely 10 days ago

But in "EB Time" that is months.

[La Fleur]

BBV

Borderlands - $34
NHL 10 - $24
Infamous - $24

The CSR that I spoke to over the phone at Rogers didn't want to give me the values over the phone... I pressed for more but she just said: "You'll have to come in the store"

What craptacular tivs for BBV. Infamous is somewhat understandable, although they sell it for $59 still. I think NHL 10 might be due to volume. I've seen dozens of NHLs at my local BBV. But Borderlands only $34? That game is challenging to find in the first place. Still sold out at Best Buy new. Only a couple used at EB. What happened to the good ol' days when BBV offered $42 for new releases? Or $49 for brand new releases! (Wolfenstein, Ghostbusters) Perhaps, the value is low because it sold for $40 at Walmart.

I'm curious what the highest tiv at BBV is now. I need some credit there, just in case they have an upcoming sale. Any ideas? Borderlands is off my list now. If anyone happens to pop in a BBV, check out Forza 3, Fallout GOTY, WWE 2010, Fifa 10, COD 2 and Ass 2. I'll call/drop my local BBV later today for some of these.

[grappos13]

ok i called for everyone..

wheelman ps3 - 8.25
wheelman 360 - 12.25 or 75
mass effect 360 - 8.75

have fun hoarders!...time to turn 30+tax FS credit into $70+tax EB credit lol

[La Fleur]

fyi for ppl trying to flip wheelman or bourne conspiracy... TIV at BBV is only 7.50 and 5.00 respectively :/

This is not surprising. Values were likely low prior to this sale. There are many more Bournes and Wheelmans than Rock Revo and Quake Wars at most BBV's I've been to (ymmv), so this is probably a volume thing. Although, both of those games do sell for a higher price than their respective tivs indicate, but BBV must know the games don't move well. Same reason why sports games tank quickly (i.e. NHL 10).

[jEnkinsX]

ok i called for everyone..

wheelman ps3 - 8.25
wheelman 360 - 12.25 or 75
mass effect 360 - 8.75

have fun hoarders!...time to turn 30+tax FS credit into $70+tax EB credit lol

omg! That's a win! I'll use my T4G2F credit to Darksiders PO. Thanks Grappos

[BUFFAR]

ok i called for everyone..

wheelman ps3 - 8.25
wheelman 360 - 12.25 or 75
mass effect 360 - 8.75

have fun hoarders!...time to turn 30+tax FS credit into $70+tax EB credit lol

Sweet, thanks! I want Darksiders also. lol


Actually, just trade 2 and pay $9.99. Much easier. lol

[TT shopper]

can anyone in GVR find Mass effect? did a search online, they have no stock. :cry:

[balonis]

lol what a day of hoarding...
anticipating the next gaming guarantee at eb.
pretty much cleaned out all bb and fs of their used Wheelmans lol

[BUFFAR]

Just got my pre-order of Darksiders. :)

Traded in Mass Effect + Wheelman + $9.99 = roughly $30 tax in with pm and so on...:D

[TheHeeyyy]

Here are today's TIVs for Terminator Salvation (no change from yesterday I believe):

Futureshop (PS3/360): $18
Best Buy (360): $18

[jEnkinsX]

bah! I hate work lol.. i checked online stock @ Heartland and Brampton its gone.. oh well.. I was willing to spend all my T4G2F credit for EB T3 titles.. 3 to 4 PO's of Darksiders sounds good. oh well.. next time haha

[adeel]

ok i called for everyone..

wheelman ps3 - 8.25
wheelman 360 - 12.25 or 75
mass effect 360 - 8.75

have fun hoarders!...time to turn 30+tax FS credit into $70+tax EB credit lol

Which EB did you call? I went to Markville EB and they said mass effect was $3 normal, and that GOTY had no value in the system. I feel cheated! I also called STC EB and they wouldnt give me TIV over the phone!!!

Anyone think Mass Effect will stay above 8 for tomorrow as well?

[belowzeros]

Which EB did you call? I went to Markville EB and they said mass effect was $3 normal, and that GOTY had no value in the system. I feel cheated! I also called STC EB and they wouldnt give me TIV over the phone!!!

Anyone think Mass Effect will stay above 8 for tomorrow as well?



eew hope not, Buffar a few posts above just traded it and that would defintely mean different provinces have different values. or did they already adjust to the Friday flyers maybe...

[the_fm]

Which EB did you call? I went to Markville EB and they said mass effect was $3 normal, and that GOTY had no value in the system. I feel cheated! I also called STC EB and they wouldnt give me TIV over the phone!!!

Anyone think Mass Effect will stay above 8 for tomorrow as well?

could be the french version?

[adeel]

could be the french version?

I didnt mention the french version and I certainly down own a french version...

[grappos13]

Sweet, thanks! I want Darksiders also. lol


Actually, just trade 2 and pay $9.99. Much easier. lol

yup.. did a pre-order for darksiders...each game bumped to $25

lol what a day of hoarding...
anticipating the next gaming guarantee at eb.
pretty much cleaned out all bb and fs of their used Wheelmans lol

yup obviously ud be out hoarding everything lol...

anyway.. the next gaming guarantee that i know of is Darksiders.. its in their holiday guide as a gaming guarantee...and considering u cna do trade 2 + 9.99.. pay the 9.99 later... u can clean up on more EB credit lol...ie get $25 TIV for mass effect and wheelman...which r max $10 at FS..

Which EB did you call? I went to Markville EB and they said mass effect was $3 normal, and that GOTY had no value in the system. I feel cheated! I also called STC EB and they wouldnt give me TIV over the phone!!!

Anyone think Mass Effect will stay above 8 for tomorrow as well?

i dont call markville for over the phone..they dont do it... i called another one that time in the morning and i did my trade 2 + 9.99 for darksiders at markville.. went fine...just to make sure i even went inthere without the games to check and they were the same values i posted in the morning...then went to my car to get the games.. gotta do some more pre-orders tonite at another eb just incase the value goes down tomorrow..

[adeel]

yup.. did a pre-order for darksiders...each game bumped to $25



yup obviously ud be out hoarding everything lol...

anyway.. the next gaming guarantee that i know of is Darksiders.. its in their holiday guide as a gaming guarantee...and considering u cna do trade 2 + 9.99.. pay the 9.99 later... u can clean up on more EB credit lol...ie get $25 TIV for mass effect and wheelman...which r max $10 at FS..



i dont call markville for over the phone..they dont do it... i called another one that time in the morning and i did my trade 2 + 9.99 for darksiders at markville.. went fine...just to make sure i even went inthere without the games to check and they were the same values i posted in the morning...then went to my car to get the games.. gotta do some more pre-orders tonite at another eb just incase the value goes down tomorrow..

Are you planning to go back to Markville again 2nite? If you do and it works would you mind posting. Then I will rush out and trade in Mass effect and Wheelman for something ASAP.

[jEnkinsX]

yup.. did a pre-order for darksiders...each game bumped to $25


What do you actually say for that? If I say "Can I PO Darkisders by doing T2 + 19.99" they'll probably point @ the November promo. COz if its written somewhere, I won't even bother going to Futureshop for Mass Effect

I got an email from Gamestop regarding T3G God of War 3 Free.

Im headed out.. And what im planning on doing is :

Buy Terminator @ RP -> Trade to FS -> Buy 3xMass Effect (some cash involved) -> Go to BB -> Buy 3xWheelman 360 & 3xWheelman PS3 (all credit, Im just wondering if they'd let me PM 3 of each lol) -> Go to 3 Different EBs -> PO Darksiders -> GG all of em

So I guess its more like transferring credit from BB-EB for more.

[adeel]

What do you actually say for that? If I say "Can I PO Darkisders by doing T2 + 19.99" they'll probably point @ the November promo

I got an email from Gamestop regarding T3G God of War 3 Free.

Im headed out.. And what im planning on doing is :

Buy Terminator @ RP -> Trade to FS -> Buy 3xMass Effect (some cash involved) -> Go to BB -> Buy 3xWheelman 360 & 3xWheelman PS3 (all credit, Im just wondering if they'd let me PM 3 of each lol) -> Go to 3 Different EBs -> PO Darksiders -> GG all of em

So I guess its more like transferring credit from BB-EB for more.

Which EBs are you planning to go to? I have 3x mass effect i need to get rid of!

[jEnkinsX]

Which EBs are you planning to go to? I have 3x mass effect i need to get rid of!

Lol I'm going to Bramalea EB and GS and EB @ Shopper's World

[zoro69]

Just got my pre-order of Darksiders. :)

Traded in Mass Effect + Wheelman + $9.99 = roughly $30 tax in with pm and so on...:D

weird, darksiders 360 is going for $70 at eb here today.

[GVRtrader]

I can confirm the TIVs for the 3 games (wheelman both console and mass effect). Did 3x TI (@ 3 stores including the legendary lougheed) today instead of sleeping during my break (which was my plan...). Wonder how much longer i can last without sleep.:cheesygri

Terminator Salv TIV @ BB (PS3) - 22.xx, 360 - 18.xx

[Nero25]

Hello im just wondering how much would i get for trading in uncharted 2, assassin creed 2 and demom souls to bestbuy?

thanks to the person who answers

[deviouSx3]

I can confirm the TIVs for the 3 games (wheelman both console and mass effect). Did 3x TI (@ 3 stores including the legendary lougheed) today instead of sleeping during my break (which was my plan...). Wonder how much longer i can last without sleep.:cheesygri

Terminator Salv TIV @ BB (PS3) - 22.xx, 360 - 18.xx

just got back from BB Terminator is $14 on xbox
and they wouldn't do the trade cause they had too many copies =/
so need to find a different blockbuster now

[GVRtrader]

just got back from BB Terminator is $14 on xbox
and they wouldn't do the trade cause they had too many copies =/
so need to find a different blockbuster now

Best Buy not BBV (blockbuster video). I traded in quite a few copy today @ 18 so unless they just changed it... it should be 18 and 22 (add possible decimals, im too sleepy for details).

[jEnkinsX]

I'm on the road right now. So far i went to one RP and got 2xterminator salvations ps3 for 7.50 each. Went to fs and traded for 18. And found 2x360 copies of wheelman and 2xmass effect. 4.99 each. I'm going to BB next to PM 2xwheelmans Ps3. If they don't have it. I'll keep my FS purchases sealed and return em tomorrow if it doesn't work out.

[La Fleur]

ok i called for everyone..

wheelman ps3 - 8.25
wheelman 360 - 12.25 or 75
mass effect 360 - 8.75

have fun hoarders!...time to turn 30+tax FS credit into $70+tax EB credit lol

You know those signs that say "Don't feed the animals" . . . you were the kid who always brought bread to the zoo weren't you:razz:

[belowzeros]

where is the trade 2 + 9.99 coming from? for some reason 3 EBs don't know about it...


any ad or something somewhere?

[BUFFAR]

where is the trade 2 + 9.99 coming from? for some reason 3 EBs don't know about it...


any ad or something somewhere?

Hmmm weird cos when I trade my 2 games, they bumped both to $25.00. Then he asked me if I would like to make the full payment and I said sure. Then he said I owe him $9.99 + tax since Darksiders will only be $59.99 on release. Dam, I hope I dont get screw over this. :evil:

[deviouSx3]

Best Buy not BBV (blockbuster video). I traded in quite a few copy today @ 18 so unless they just changed it... it should be 18 and 22 (add possible decimals, im too sleepy for details).

oh thats my mistake..
Just got back from BBV Terminator Salvation $14 (Xbox 360)

Bought a new copy of Heavenly Sword for $30 using the credit. Been waiting forever for this game to drop in price and this was good enough for me :cheesygri

[abc688]

Wolfenstein for PS3 at EB is now $20.50 TIV :(
and its TIV at blockbuster is $24

[synthtrance]

Wolfenstein for PS3 at EB is now $20.50 TIV :(
and its TIV at blockbuster is $24

not suprising considering it's $30 new at BB.

[TheHeeyyy]

Shame I can't take part in these Gaming Guarantees as much as everyone else can. I'm barred from trading-in games at my two closest EBGames (some of you may remember all the BS that happened during summer), and I'm pretty convinced the other one I've been going to has become suspicious of me. I was able to return Halo 3 ODST there fine, but with Uncharted 2 they only let me use the credit towards another game. I find-it odd that my relatively few trade-ins got a lot of attention towards me, yet other people here can do 10 Gaming Guarantees and still stay out of their radar. Oh well.

[chadley]

I was going to trade in Fallout 3 GOTY (PS3) at BB but they were only going to give me $8.00 credit! I told the CSR you got to be kidding. He agreed but said he couldn't do anything.

No worries though - went to RP and got $40 for it. :D

[jEnkinsX]

EDIT : So after reading my initial post, it didn't make any sense LOL let me re-write

So my trip was a fail. Funny thing was when I went to RP, the other CSR looked at the CSR im talking to and said "He's buying 2 copies of Terminator?!" lol.

Anyways, I went to Futureshop, traded 1xTerminator in for $18. Found Mass Effect x 2 and Wheelman 360 x 2 for 4.99 each. So yay.

I go to Bestbuy, CSR said that they should have 2 Wheelman PS3s. He goes to the back and comes back saying he "CAN'T FIND" it.. So i'm guessing they are hiding stock due to the amount of people PMing it.

So I'm like fine. SO I go to the mall with a Gamestop and EB Games. I called GS beforehand and asked if they would do T2+19.99 for a Pre Order. CSR said yes so I went there and it went through fine.

I go to EB and they won't let me do. After looking through a binder he said "There's nothing here about it". But he also told me that he doesn't really care about T3s. He'll allow any PO for a T3. So I guess I can go to him if ever I need to do a PO not on the eligible list.

So now, I have 1xTerminator, 1xWheelman 360, 1xMass Effect. I'm pretty sure TIVs will drop tomorrow coz when I went to EB, they had a STACK of wheelman already priced @ 34.99 and ready to sell. I'll try calling tomorrow, if the TIVs are the same *crosses fingers* I will go back to the same GS and I will ask my cousin to do a T2 and show them my receipt to show that they let me do it the night before.

I have a GT5 PO (which I will try and switch to GoW:UE) and Darksiders PO now. But GT5 can be switched to Darksiders if needed close to release date (If i need credit)

Now what to do with these 3 games :( I just realized. Grappos13 posted the the 360 Wheelman is $12.25 and Mass Effect is on their Most Wanted list. How likely is it that a TIV will drop from $12.xx to < $8 in a day? Mass Effect TIV probably won't change till end of the month?

[jEnkinsX]

WTH? According to TIVs, Terminator Salvation is :
$23.50 11/19/2009

@ EB today, they quoted me $6.xx :S I was gonna do a T3 instead. Ugh!

[TheHeeyyy]

WTH? According to TIVs, Terminator Salvation is :
$23.50 11/19/2009

@ EB today, they quoted me $6.xx :S I was gonna do a T3 instead. Ugh!

That TIV listing is outdated. It's been around $6 since the Rogers Plus price cut went into effect. You could've traded-in the extra Terminator at Best Buy for $18(360) or $22(PS3).

[belowzeros]

Shame I can't take part in these Gaming Guarantees as much as everyone else can. I'm barred from trading-in games at my two closest EBGames (some of you may remember all the BS that happened during summer), and I'm pretty convinced the other one I've been going to has become suspicious of me. I was able to return Halo 3 ODST there fine, but with Uncharted 2 they only let me use the credit towards another game. I find-it odd that my relatively few trade-ins got a lot of attention towards me, yet other people here can do 10 Gaming Guarantees and still stay out of their radar. Oh well.


maybe those EBs have low profitability or some such...such a shame you get the stink eye at the new one.


I went into mine close to closing and the place was packed with employees and customers. I whip out my wheelmen and ME and the whole place errupts in LOLs. So there is this hip deep stack of ME, Wheelman 360 and PS3...you'd think a massive shipment just arrived.

the guys were cool tho, they even talked me out of darkstriders into a 69.99 game, they know all the tricks lol. nice guys


oh if there is some prob with the mass effect barcode it might be the old packaging. The new Platinum Hits box is the one Future Shop is clearing out and that one works fine.

[jEnkinsX]

I see that RV2 360 is on EB's Most Wanted list. Anyone know the TIV? TIVS.ca shows 8.50 Can anyone confirm? Since Im stuck with these 3 games. I can trade in Terminator @ BB. Buy RV2 360 and trade it in with Wheelman and Mass Effect. And that's IF TIVS dont drop :(

[La Fleur]

I see that RV2 360 is on EB's Most Wanted list. Anyone know the TIV? TIVS.ca shows 8.50 Can anyone confirm? Since Im stuck with these 3 games. I can trade in Terminator @ BB. Buy RV2 360 and trade it in with Wheelman and Mass Effect. And that's IF TIVS dont drop :(

Rainbow has had a surprisingly long shelf life. I'd say it's still good. The game never really goes on sale and is still around $20-25 at most stores, though I've seen it cheaper. You should be good.

[La Fleur]

Future Shop

360

Prototype - 16.50
Halo 3 - 10
Halo Wars - in the mid teens (don't remember exact #)
Dirt - 5
Ninja Gaiden - 7.75 (I may have posted this already)
Left 4 Dead - 10
Left 4 Dead 2 - 25:( (due to the sale?)

Also, I noticed some new prices on new games which should tell you a thing or 2 about what their tiv is likely to be. These were in the bargain bins for 19.99 and under:

Battlestations Pacific (already!)
Damnation

Best Buy

Metroid 3 - 8

[kzboi]

EDIT : So after reading my initial post, it didn't make any sense LOL let me re-write

So my trip was a fail. Funny thing was when I went to RP, the other CSR looked at the CSR im talking to and said "He's buying 2 copies of Terminator?!" lol.

Anyways, I went to Futureshop, traded 1xTerminator in for $18. Found Mass Effect x 2 and Wheelman 360 x 2 for 4.99 each. So yay.

I go to Bestbuy, CSR said that they should have 2 Wheelman PS3s. He goes to the back and comes back saying he "CAN'T FIND" it.. So i'm guessing they are hiding stock due to the amount of people PMing it.

So I'm like fine. SO I go to the mall with a Gamestop and EB Games. I called GS beforehand and asked if they would do T2+19.99 for a Pre Order. CSR said yes so I went there and it went through fine.

I go to EB and they won't let me do. After looking through a binder he said "There's nothing here about it". But he also told me that he doesn't really care about T3s. He'll allow any PO for a T3. So I guess I can go to him if ever I need to do a PO not on the eligible list.

So now, I have 1xTerminator, 1xWheelman 360, 1xMass Effect. I'm pretty sure TIVs will drop tomorrow coz when I went to EB, they had a STACK of wheelman already priced @ 34.99 and ready to sell. I'll try calling tomorrow, if the TIVs are the same *crosses fingers* I will go back to the same GS and I will ask my cousin to do a T2 and show them my receipt to show that they let me do it the night before.

I have a GT5 PO (which I will try and switch to GoW:UE) and Darksiders PO now. But GT5 can be switched to Darksiders if needed close to release date (If i need credit)

Now what to do with these 3 games :( I just realized. Grappos13 posted the the 360 Wheelman is $12.25 and Mass Effect is on their Most Wanted list. How likely is it that a TIV will drop from $12.xx to < $8 in a day? Mass Effect TIV probably won't change till end of the month?

what city are you in??

[kings5504]

TIV for Nov. 27:

Band Hero (360)
- BBV $27.50
- EB $35

[Matryx]

I see that RV2 360 is on EB's Most Wanted list. Anyone know the TIV? TIVS.ca shows 8.50 Can anyone confirm? Since Im stuck with these 3 games. I can trade in Terminator @ BB. Buy RV2 360 and trade it in with Wheelman and Mass Effect. And that's IF TIVS dont drop :(

Don't bother with RV2 I called EB in the morning and asked if it qualified for the T3 promo and both the X360 and PS3 don't. You can try again tomorrow though.

[kindred_99]

I was at a BB today and decided to look through their used games for the odd turd. I didn't find anything but noticed that the used stuff is really overpriced. In many cases they were selling the used for more than they themselves were selling new copies for. I suppose they'll sell some stock during the holidays, though I'm sure a lot of people won't even realize that they're buying used games (the stickers, displays, etc are pretty subtle) but unless they maintain it over the long haul I can't see it being successful.

[GVRtrader]

So now, I have 1xTerminator, 1xWheelman 360, 1xMass Effect. I'm pretty sure TIVs will drop tomorrow coz when I went to EB, they had a STACK of wheelman already priced @ 34.99 and ready to sell. I'll try calling tomorrow, if the TIVs are the same *crosses fingers* I will go back to the same GS and I will ask my cousin to do a T2 and show them my receipt to show that they let me do it the night before.

Now what to do with these 3 games :( I just realized. Grappos13 posted the the 360 Wheelman is $12.25 and Mass Effect is on their Most Wanted list. How likely is it that a TIV will drop from $12.xx to < $8 in a day? Mass Effect TIV probably won't change till end of the month?

It all depends on rep... yesterday's receipt may help but may not. From my experience, Sat. is their big drop date and if EB HQ acts like they have recently, you probably will see both games drop below $8. Of course they might just let this one fly if they think they can sell all these copies.

Wheelman 360 is 12.25, PS3 is 8.25... ME was 8.75 i believe but not 100% sure (its 8 something but today = im really off so my numbers could be way off... ~37 hrs without sleep lol). if you look at last 3 week as a trend, then you'll see a ton of drops on sat. Also a lot of solid tards died on sat... including NFS: Carbon (360) and Tiger Woods 09 (wii)... i traded those on friday and did a check sat to see a drop both time so i witness those (tho i check those every day before i went out).:cheesygri

Most wanted does not guarantee > 8 for the entire month... perfect examples (using oct. list) = Logan Shadow was below $8 the entire month. Pure (360) also dropped below $8 in the middle of the month. It just seems to mean the game are less likely to drop (maybe only drop on sat? I can't pinpoint when exactly Pure dropped below $8 lol) or they just really want some stock of the game so they advertise it to hope customers will trade it in.

[GVRtrader]

I was at a BB today and decided to look through their used games for the odd turd. I didn't find anything but noticed that the used stuff is really overpriced. In many cases they were selling the used for more than they themselves were selling new copies for. I suppose they'll sell some stock during the holidays, though I'm sure a lot of people won't even realize that they're buying used games (the stickers, displays, etc are pretty subtle) but unless they maintain it over the long haul I can't see it being successful.

I wouldn't recommend buying ANY used game @ BB for a few reasons...

#1 Their price is pretty horrible right now (as you stated some new games cost less than used) and EB generally even has better prices (don't even need to mention RP/BBV)

#2 They don't require manual in trade in nor deduct values for missing manuals (most rep don't anyways). That means you're more likely to find games without manuals.

#3 A lot of reps don't even examine the disc... which makes BB the perfect place to dump disc that no one else will accept. That means you're more likely to get a bad disc. Not to mention, they seal the games so you really can't examine the disc before you buy it. At all other locations, you can ask to examine the disc first... not sure if you can @ BB as they need to unseal then reseal it (seems like a hassle but maybe someone knows this answer?).

#4 The most important reason for me and i guess a few others... games you buy @ BB are pretty much final sales. You can't trade them to other locations easily as BB draws a big line over the SKUs (the SKU will no longer scan if the CSR did it right). That means a lot of rep (who don't manually punch in the title/numbers) will NOT accept the game. Think of it as GH3 with "Not for Resale" @ the SKU spot as its virtually the samething. If the rep wrote the line on the plastic, then its possible to remove but if they wrote it on the cardboard, you won't be able to remove it without damaging the SKU (it varies as some rep writes on the plastic while other takes the cover out to write on that... seems like 50/50 to me but thats just what i observed).

[grappos13]

where is the trade 2 + 9.99 coming from? for some reason 3 EBs don't know about it...


any ad or something somewhere?

there is an ad...but its different.. like... the first EB i went to (markville) took ME and wheelman 360 and bumped to $25 each and i paid the last $10 from credit... that was fine...second EB i went to later on the night before closing was elgin mills and 404...manager was even there, he knows me well...he was shocked that all i have left on pre-order there was MAG lol... then i brought those same 2 in and he told me that i was like the 8th person to bring those in today lol...he asked me where i got them from... told him that FS has it 9.99...and he was like "ok"...and he even showed me on the add for sept - november that u can do trade 2 + 19.99 for 69.99 games or 9.99 for 59.99....he even told me about how GRAW2 is 0.98 at walmart bins and trades in for $10 lol..

went to my third and last EB at woodbine and hwy 7..right before closing... and an ambulance was outside.. i thought maybe some sort of ruckus went on with ppl fighting for gaming deals or something lol...turns out that just the guy and his partner who were in the ambulance stopped off to look for some games ROFL...

anyway... the girl didnt know about how to do it for darksiders and said its only for releases in sept - november.... whereas the other two stores did it before I DID the pre-order in november... instead of sept - november releases.. but stores i did it at were with the manager...anyway so at this store i got borderlands with a trade 2 + 19.99... but im gonna return that and put the money onto darksiders...

so i used 3 x mass effect and 2 x 360 wheelman and 1 x ps3 wheelman... i didnt want to use that ps3 wheelman as i actually want one for my collection... will try to go out and see if i can find one tomorrow...

but ya.. those 3 are all im doing for this deal.. else if i really wanted to.. i coulda easily took 10+ mass effect platinum hits from FS at warden and hwy 7 and got them all for 9.99 as the one guy there told the cashiers to give it to us at that price..

i do have a bunch of bourne conspiracy tho lol.. mostly ps3.. couldnt find any 360 really.. so if anyone wants to trade like 2 ps3 copies for 2 360 copies so that we each have 2 games out of 3 needed for rogers trade 3, id be down...

[GVRtrader]

i do have a bunch of bourne conspiracy tho lol.. mostly ps3.. couldnt find any 360 really.. so if anyone wants to trade like 2 ps3 copies for 2 360 copies so that we each have 2 games out of 3 needed for rogers trade 3, id be down...

If you're in GVR, i would instantly do that trade... i have the opposite luck. I stopped buying 360 ones already... Also need more C&C...

[kala]

there is an ad...but its different.. like... the first EB i went to (markville) took ME and wheelman 360 and bumped to $25 each and i paid the last $10 from credit... that was fine...second EB i went to later on the night before closing was elgin mills and 404...manager was even there, he knows me well...he was shocked that all i have left on pre-order there was MAG lol... then i brought those same 2 in and he told me that i was like the 8th person to bring those in today lol...he asked me where i got them from... told him that FS has it 9.99...and he was like "ok"...and he even showed me on the add for sept - november that u can do trade 2 + 19.99 for 69.99 games or 9.99 for 59.99....he even told me about how GRAW2 is 0.98 at walmart bins and trades in for $10 lol..

went to my third and last EB at woodbine and hwy 7..right before closing... and an ambulance was outside.. i thought maybe some sort of ruckus went on with ppl fighting for gaming deals or something lol...turns out that just the guy and his partner who were in the ambulance stopped off to look for some games ROFL...

anyway... the girl didnt know about how to do it for darksiders and said its only for releases in sept - november.... whereas the other two stores did it before I DID the pre-order in november... instead of sept - november releases.. but stores i did it at were with the manager...anyway so at this store i got borderlands with a trade 2 + 19.99... but im gonna return that and put the money onto darksiders...

so i used 3 x mass effect and 2 x 360 wheelman and 1 x ps3 wheelman... i didnt want to use that ps3 wheelman as i actually want one for my collection... will try to go out and see if i can find one tomorrow...

but ya.. those 3 are all im doing for this deal.. else if i really wanted to.. i coulda easily took 10+ mass effect platinum hits from FS at warden and hwy 7 and got them all for 9.99 as the one guy there told the cashiers to give it to us at that price..

i do have a bunch of bourne conspiracy tho lol.. mostly ps3.. couldnt find any 360 really.. so if anyone wants to trade like 2 ps3 copies for 2 360 copies so that we each have 2 games out of 3 needed for rogers trade 3, id be down...

Wait...GRAW2 trades in at $10? Is this correct? I'm going to look for BC tomorrow and if I happen find 360 copies, I'll keep that in mind :)

[GVRtrader]

Wait...GRAW2 trades in at $10? Is this correct? I'm going to look for BC tomorrow and if I happen find 360 copies, I'll keep that in mind :)

BC Walmarts has none unless you're going farther than Surrey. They only games left = Petz Sports (at least that i noticed) and i went to every Walmart on my trips. I didn't bother getting anything but GRAW2 tho i didn't know it was > 8 TIV (i figure it was a great xmas gift for real lol).

[kala]

Btw, for the T3G1 free at RP, do I have to get a game? I mean I already have the games on their list that I actually like, except one. So, can I just get a $70 credit on my account instead? Also, does EBGames accept two of the same games that are on two different consoles?

Thanks!!

[GVRtrader]

Btw, for the T3G1 free at RP, do I have to get a game? I mean I already have the games on their list that I actually like, except one. So, can I just get a $70 credit on my account instead? Also, does EBGames accept two of the same games that are on two different consoles?

Thanks!!

You have to pick a game and you have to pick it from a small list of games (recent releases). You cannot get $70 on account unless you abuse the system and i'm not going to state how exactly to do this.

EB accepts same game from 2 different consoles... or even 3 consoles. E.g. you could do T3G1F there with Madden 10 for Wii, PS3, and 360 (of course you wouldn't do that, just an example).

[neksus]

Fear 2 (PS3) - got from RP for around 12
Bioshock (Xbox360) - got from RP for 10
Nascar Kart Racing (Wii) - got for RP for 15
Guiness Book of Records (Wii) - got from Staples for 10
Rygar (Wii) - got from EB games for 5

I got a total store credit of $52.50 which I was surprised!


I find it funny that you "broke even". :lol:

[grappos13]

I find it funny that you "broke even". :lol:

wtf u talking about neksus? he gained 50 cents!!!

[neksus]

The CSR said they can't check over the phone and the most recent updates are months old

The last update before the day you posted this garbage was the day before (the 26th) for Mass Effect.

[grappos13]

The last update before the day you posted this garbage was the day before (the 26th) for Mass Effect.

gotta hate ppl like that that dont even bother to check... i was feeling nice yesterday and called for the values and posted it first on here for the hoarders

[synthtrance]

Since others have stated EB drops TIVs on Sat. based on past history, does it make any sense to go in when the store opens>?
How likely will the tivs stay/change throughout the day

[grappos13]

Since others have stated EB drops TIVs on Sat. based on past history, does it make any sense to go in when the store opens>?
How likely will the tivs stay/change throughout the day

EB games, as far as i know, do NOT change values during the day... they happen overnight.. so if u find a value this morning..it will be the same until closing today...so its basically 100% that it will not change today...so call and find out the values of the games u want to trade in and then do the trade in..

man i need sleep lol... that 2.5 hrs of sleep on my couch wasnt enuff lol...

[synthtrance]

i do have a bunch of bourne conspiracy tho lol.. mostly ps3.. couldnt find any 360 really.. so if anyone wants to trade like 2 ps3 copies for 2 360 copies so that we each have 2 games out of 3 needed for rogers trade 3, id be down...

if you're still looking for 360 BC, there was a few left at the kennedy FS.
As for the 3rd game, I assume you're covered but several copies of C&C still left at WM that I was visiting, let me know if you need them.

[synthtrance]

EB games, as far as i know, do NOT change values during the day... they happen overnight.. so if u find a value this morning..it will be the same until closing today...so its basically 100% that it will not change today...so call and find out the values of the games u want to trade in and then do the trade in..

man i need sleep lol... that 2.5 hrs of sleep on my couch wasnt enuff lol...

thx for teh confirmation, will make the call then :D

[grappos13]

if you're still looking for 360 BC, there was a few left at the kennedy FS.
As for the 3rd game, I assume you're covered but several copies of C&C still left at WM that I was visiting, let me know if you need them.

heh.. my mom already left for my grandparents.. shoulda went down.. that FS is on the way lol... oh well..

nah im not covered for the 3rd game... but im having second thoughts just because with the current toys r us deal, u can basically pm and get NFS shift, brutal legend, nhl 10, dragon age, etc.. for $30 from there anyway... and thats like half of the trade 3 deal games anyway lol...and if ur gonna spend 9.99 on each one, not worth it... i guess only for racking up rogers points...

[synthtrance]

heh.. my mom already left for my grandparents.. shoulda went down.. that FS is on the way lol... oh well..

nah im not covered for the 3rd game... but im having second thoughts just because with the current toys r us deal, u can basically pm and get NFS shift, brutal legend, nhl 10, dragon age, etc.. for $30 from there anyway... and thats like half of the trade 3 deal games anyway lol...and if ur gonna spend 9.99 on each one, not worth it... i guess only for racking up rogers points...

well ppl have been posting that TRU are now forcing people to pick between PM or the discount so is that still a sure thing?
It's only because TRU has so few locations, and I think the markham TRU was confirmed to be denying these sorts of double-matching.
Of course if you know of a special TRU then that certainly changes things.;)

[jEnkinsX]

#2 They don't require manual in trade in nor deduct values for missing manuals (most rep don't anyways). That means you're more likely to find games without manuals.

The FS CSR yesterday told me that, the company that deals with FS trade ins, have, i guess, saved versions of manuals and covers ready for print at any time. So when they ship it out, if it needs manuals, they'll print it as needed. I was surprised to find 2xME and 2xWheelman with manuals yesterday considering I headed out pretty late

1ST POST ON THE 1000th PAGE!!!!!
Yeah! Thanks for neksus and chickenwing

[grappos13]

well ppl have been posting that TRU are now forcing people to pick between PM or the discount so is that still a sure thing?
It's only because TRU has so few locations, and I think the markham TRU was confirmed to be denying these sorts of double-matching.
Of course if you know of a special TRU then that certainly changes things.;)

i actually forgot / didnt even try the markville TRU...i did the toys r us pricematch at FS at warden and hwy 7.. one guy is mad chill there.. let me get mass effect platinum for the 9.99...then let me take the $20 off the toys r us sale when i bought the mass effects and bourne conspiracys...

u can try today.. but they might be denying it now... FS at markham rd and 14th would only do the deal for god of war collection to match TRU... i was the first to ask them about this price match..at like 2pm yesterday... she said that they will only pricematch whatever is the same price as FS.. so i just grabbed god of war collection and did it..

[synthtrance]

I called into a EB and wheelman and mass effect, both 360, haven't changed in price yet.

Now I'm goning to assume this is standard across all stores?

[Captain Snazzypants]

2nd post! <pops champagne>
Best thread of all time? Thanks again to Chickenwing for kicking this off, neksus for doing his best to keep track of this mess, and to all those contributing.

I'm starting to tear up, so....just...look away... :o

[grappos13]

The FS CSR yesterday told me that, the company that deals with FS trade ins, have, i guess, saved versions of manuals and covers ready for print at any time. So when they ship it out, if it needs manuals, they'll print it as needed. I was surprised to find 2xME and 2xWheelman with manuals yesterday considering I headed out pretty late

1ST POST ON THE 1000th PAGE!!!!!

ya.. especially since ur in the balonis area...atleast from what i can tell lol...

i didnt even know that wheelman and ME was 4.99 used lol :( but i doubt the 2 markham locations had any yesterday

[grappos13]

I called into a EB and wheelman and mass effect, both 360, haven't changed in price yet.

Now I'm goning to assume this is standard across all stores?

ya it will be...nice for more hoarding for ppl lol...

ps3 might have changed since it was already at like 8.25 or 8.75... so it might be gone.. i actually need to find a copy for my collection..

[synthtrance]

i actually forgot / didnt even try the markville TRU...i did the toys r us pricematch at FS at warden and hwy 7.. one guy is mad chill there.. let me get mass effect platinum for the 9.99...then let me take the $20 off the toys r us sale when i bought the mass effects and bourne conspiracys...

u can try today.. but they might be denying it now... FS at markham rd and 14th would only do the deal for god of war collection to match TRU... i was the first to ask them about this price match..at like 2pm yesterday... she said that they will only pricematch whatever is the same price as FS.. so i just grabbed god of war collection and did it..

good to know, thx.
As an aside, I assumed mass effect platinum would scain in 9.99? If not, then that's probably why |i saw so many of them.

[jEnkinsX]

I called into a EB and wheelman and mass effect, both 360, haven't changed in price yet.
Now I'm goning to assume this is standard across all stores?
No WAY! You've got to be kidding me?!

... the girl didnt know about how to do it for darksiders and said its only for releases in sept - november.... whereas the other two stores did it before I DID the pre-order in november... instead of sept - november releases.. but stores i did it at were with the manager...anyway so at this store i got borderlands with a trade 2 + 19.99... but im gonna return that and put the money onto darksiders...

How can you do that? Won't they tell you "oh you need to pick another sept to nov release?" I want to do that since synthtrance said values haven't changed

2nd post! <pops champagne>
Best thread of all time? Thanks again to Chickenwing for kicking this off, neksus for doing his best to keep track of this mess, and to all those contributing.

I'm starting to tear up, so....just...look away... :o

Ohhh too slow lol

[synthtrance]

ya it will be...nice for more hoarding for ppl lol...

ps3 might have changed since it was already at like 8.25 or 8.75... so it might be gone.. i actually need to find a copy for my collection..

haha here's a thought, buy the ps3 wheelman from your favourite EB, they're barely used/lnib and you'll be doing them a favour :D

[Apex Streaker]

EB yesterday:

Band Hero 360 - $35.00
Uncharted 2 PS3- $31.00 (which surprised me because it dropped from $35.00)

[jEnkinsX]

I asked my sister to call. I was scared LOL :o

Rainbow Six Vegas 2 360 - 8.50
Wheelman 360 - 12.25
Mass Effect 360 - 8.75

Gonna trade in Terminator @ BB get RV2 - T3 + 20 for God of War 3 UE :D

[grappos13]

question of opinion for ppl that use goozex and such...

what do u think is better in your own opinions...trading a game in at EB for $40 credit...or trading it in to goozex for 1000+200 points for new release?

also.. there r some other good ways u can get a nice amount of goozex points... if u take advantage of the TRU pricematch with FS or vice versa.. u can get dragon age or left 4 dead 2 for 29.99 + tax...trading this at goozex will get u 1200 for each game (if u trade within 30 days of release.. so dragon age is getting close)... would work out to about $90 for 3600 points.. pretty good as i paid about 90 for 3500 and that was a big sale in the summer...so im thinking this is a good way to use up some left over BB or FS credit.. turn $34 FS/BB credit into 1200 goozex points.. not a terrible idea...any thoughts? hope i didnt give some ppl's secret out!

[jEnkinsX]

how much the GRAW2 @ Walmart? 0.98 cents?

[grappos13]

how much the GRAW2 @ Walmart? 0.98 cents?

ya if u can find it.. but i doubt u will be able to now.. been at that price for a while i think

[La Fleur]

question of opinion for ppl that use goozex and such...

what do u think is better in your own opinions...trading a game in at EB for $40 credit...or trading it in to goozex for 1000+200 points for new release?

also.. there r some other good ways u can get a nice amount of goozex points... if u take advantage of the TRU pricematch with FS or vice versa.. u can get dragon age or left 4 dead 2 for 29.99 + tax...trading this at goozex will get u 1200 for each game (if u trade within 30 days of release.. so dragon age is getting close)... would work out to about $90 for 3600 points.. pretty good as i paid about 90 for 3500 and that was a big sale in the summer...so im thinking this is a good way to use up some left over BB or FS credit.. turn $34 FS/BB credit into 1200 goozex points.. not a terrible idea...any thoughts? hope i didnt give some ppl's secret out!

As per previous discussion with others here, Goozex is a double-edged sword, since the points are guaranteed, but relegated to being re-instated in the system by buying more games.

Their current promo is excellent and I've found myself getting rid of some of the new games I picked up recently, since I've now got duplicates from the deals this weekend. Those extra 200 points are nice and guaranteed, since the games are all instant trades.

Another secret for you: Send them out as disc only or disc and manual. The demand is there now, while it won't be so much in the future. This way you can save a mint condition box for trading in at RP, etc and use an old one or a random dvd case for the goozex trade.

Only catch is you can send out one game at a time and it's only good for within 30 days of its release. I don't think people are buying up games for this purpose, since you can't really milk it. Nevertheless, take advantage of it ASAP. Literally half of the bonus titles dissappeared the other day, since they were games that came out on the 27th (forza, DJ hero, ratchet, tekken). Hopefully they continue to add new titles throughout December, otherwise the promo could fizzle out quickly.