EBGames/FutureShop/BestBuy/TheSource - Trade-In-Values (TIV) Thread - TIVs.ca

[whoiam]

there...splinter cell conviction (360) from EB...$19.99

qualifies...there's your FS qualifer


+ 1000

[Vinman]

there...splinter cell conviction (360) from EB...$19.99

qualifies...there's your FS qualifer

But the problem is that NHL 11 isn't out until next week, which gives FS/BB a lot of time to (ahem) "adjust* the list.

[NonStopInTheMix]

there...splinter cell conviction (360) from EB...$19.99

qualifies...there GOES your FS qualifer


+ 1000

Keep talking about it and I think it'll turn into a -1000

Unless the wheels are already in motion :confused:

[yoda12320]

But the problem is that NHL 11 isn't out until next week, which gives FS/BB a lot of time to (ahem) "adjust* the list.

Yes well BBV has it right now for 30 tiv so.. hmm idk where to take it vinnyman :P.

[thelefteyeguy]

But the problem is that NHL 11 isn't out until next week, which gives FS/BB a lot of time to (ahem) "adjust* the list.

i think you get a bill right away (reciept with instore credit for NHL 11)...the thing to do is to act now :)

[Vinman]

Yes well BBV has it right now for 30 tiv so.. hmm idk where to take it vinnyman :P.

Around here, BBV credit is like Monopoly Money - there are no good games and what they have left are scratched-up, coverless, manual-less POS games that a blind man wouldn't buy. Plus, they're officially going out of business at the end of this month, so spend that $7.40 profit fast. :lol::lol:

[torontoseneca]

The only trouble with email is that people don't like to give out their email... and if they create a new one just for this, they have to log into that new email account every day just to check it. That would be annoying.

We don't really need that many people in the private "club". We just need a few serious traders to share their secrets. I wouldn't like it if it got too big because then you run a higher risk of someone ruining/exploiting it. The people who have the good info and jump through the hoops are the ones we want anyway - you know their serious. The rest can go about their business as usual. The new folks will eventually come and go and the ones that stick around will earn their spot eventually! It's not meant to be easy.

I think it's apparant that the spirit of this thread is gone. I don't see any use for this thread anymore if the serious traders are just telling people to go to tivs.ca and check there. I don't blame those serious traders, exploiting and hoarding caused this. But considering this is a TIV update thread and there have been VERY few actual updates for about 4-5 days I don't see how this forum won't just turn into a "smirk" at people looking for deals. IMHO

[Vinman]

i think you get a bill right away (reciept with instore credit for NHL 11)...the thing to do is to act now :)

Aaah, so FS did change it for this month? I know BB did, but I must have missed the FS update.

[thelefteyeguy]

Aaah, so FS did change it for this month? I know BB did, but I must have missed the FS update.

i hope someone can confirm :) with the "in-store credit" at FS...

[Vinman]

Yeah, I know BB switched to a "gift card" format so they can more easily process pre-orders, but I didn't see the same at FS.

[thelefteyeguy]

alternative...you can do some creative trading at bbv instead (like some have brought up).

ie...finding 3 turds at bbv with the $30 SC...and then going to eb and get it for basically SC.

(finding 3 turds in Toronto isnt easy by the way...elsewhere could be a lot easier ;))

anyone for $19.99 NHL 11 lol?...seems a lot of work and a hell lot of luck tho haha

[Vinman]

ie...finding 3 turds at bbv with the $30 SC...and then going to eb and get it for basically SC.

Yes, and after finding 3 complete, unscratched & qualifying turds at BBV for $30, I'll go looking for $50 bills laying on the street - easy money baybeee!!

[murdazz]

alternative...you can do some creative trading at bbv instead (like some have brought up).

ie...finding 3 turds at bbv with the $30 SC...and then going to eb and get it for basically SC.

(finding 3 turds in Toronto isnt easy by the way...elsewhere could be a lot easier ;))

anyone for $19.99 NHL 11 lol?...seems a lot of work and a hell lot of luck tho haha

you think toronto is bad, peel area is always raided out and never stocked back

[whoiam]

I think I will take on cloudy with a chance of meatballs for 19,99, get platinum and then trade it at EB cause it's a good turd for now lol

[thelefteyeguy]

like i said a few days ago...it's like turd heaven in Barrie...I didnt want to clear them out and just left it for the locals...mind you some of the trade stickers are from months ago...no one check that store.

there are some places around Toronto that still profitable

[hotjoint]

anyone for $19.99 NHL 11 lol?...seems a lot of work and a hell lot of luck tho haha

Me... I get my ea games for $20 from a friend that works for EA :razz:

and before anyone asks. No I can't get anymore. I would love to help out the GVR people with $20 hookups for EA games but he has a limit of 5 games per console and already has other friends he's hooking up as well

[Lone_Prodigy]

I totally hear you though - the bad part is that sometimes I actually answer the whisper, and then nearly instantly regret having traded something in. Then I look around and usually end up re-buying the games again anyways... Thankfully always on credit, and always for less than the equivalent TIV I received when trading in.

I'm trying to be strong now though. I'm only preordering games I want to play, although I will still admit to picking up some "turds of opportunity" if it's convenient and I can do the flip right away. And I'm also keeping the collection intact. No more trades from my real collection!

I hear you. Sometimes when I'm sleeping I'm visited by the Ghosts of Trade-ins Past, Present, and Future. "Why did you give up on me? I'm still over $8!" "Now you'll never get that last trophy." "Too bad I'm out-of-print now."

[torontoseneca]

Me... I get my ea games for $20 from a friend that works for EA :razz:

and before anyone asks. No I can't get anymore. I would love to help out the GVR people with $20 hookups for EA games but he has a limit of 5 games per console and already has other friends he's hooking up as well

Do you still get the DLC? If so, that's a great hookup.

[hotjoint]

Do you still get the DLC? If so, that's a great hookup.

Only if it's included with the game in a form of a voucher but if I have to pay for it on psn then no :(

[torontoseneca]

here's your cookie


http://img541.imageshack.us/img541/9694/chocolatechipcookiew.jpg

That's a big ass cookie!

[Super strokey]

LMAO! The funny thing is it is getting to you!
Learn from some of your fellow RFDr's and learn some politeness. I don't need to swear to get my point across, obviously you have nothing intelligent left to say. So good luck to you sir.

vinman > you

Sorry but his contribution to this forum far exceeds anything you have or will do.

[thelefteyeguy]

That's a big ass cookie!

he can share it with his EA buddy :razz:

[thelefteyeguy]

there's confusion on the FS trade in credit for NHL11...on the website it reads $70 on a gift card...

[torontoseneca]

vinman > you

Sorry but his contribution to this forum far exceeds anything you have or will do.

Umm...I never suggested I'm better or more influential than him. Doesn't excuse his conduct towards someone's opinion. I'm not against him or what he's contributed. I'm just defending my opinion and his personal attacks on me. That's all!

I've heard similar things that he wanted to say from other RFDr's but they did it politely and cordially. I never got upset over it. So I respect his opinion just not his manners. Simple.

[dtp11]

Maybe I got into trading games a little late in the game,that's fine, but It feels like there's no way noobs, like myself, can get into a PM list at this point of the game.There is. You just have to put some effort into it, that's all. Don't give up.


I think it's apparant that the spirit of this thread is gone. I don't see any use for this thread anymore if the serious traders are just telling people to go to tivs.ca and check there. I don't blame those serious traders, exploiting and hoarding caused this. But considering this is a TIV update thread and there have been VERY few actual updates for about 4-5 days I don't see how this forum won't just turn into a "smirk" at people looking for deals. IMHOThere are also noobs who ruin it for others by trying to trade in 10 copies of the same game and set off alarms. Hoarders and exploiters definitely caused this situation and it's unfortunate, but just the way it goes. It also doesn't help when noobs talk about RFD and tivs.ca to EB employees either!


Aww you know vinnyman wants a vanilla lol.:facepalm: Stop talking about it!


I didnt want to clear them out and just left it for the locals...+1 to you for leaving some for those locals, I'm sure they appreciate it. The world needs more non-hoarders like you!


vinman > you

Sorry but his contribution to this forum far exceeds anything you have or will do.-1

[murdazz]

there's confusion on the FS trade in credit for NHL11...on the website it reads $70 on a gift card...

website says

*Valid at all store locations except Calgary locations, where gift card must be used applied to the purchase of a new or used video game.



oh hdk, thanks for the report, big man

[torontoseneca]

there's confusion on the FS trade in credit for NHL11...on the website it reads $70 on a gift card...

I can't remember if it was you that put the link to FS but it looks like it all depends on how you interpret the fine print.
http://www.futureshop.ca/en-CA/category/used-games/27603.aspx


"How it works.

Bring your previously played games to any participating Future Shop location. Go to the Gaming Section in the store and one of our Entertainment associates will let you know the value of your games at the Trade-in Station.
Receive the trade-in amount in the form of a Future Shop gift card
Use your gift card to purchase anything* in the store or online at futureshop.ca.
*Valid at all store locations except Calgary locations, where gift card must be used applied to the purchase of a new or used video game."

[torontoseneca]

There is. You just have to put some effort into it, that's all. Don't give up.

There are also noobs who ruin it for others by trying to trade in 10 copies of the same game and set off alarms. Hoarders and exploiters definitely caused this situation and it's unfortunate, but just the way it goes. It also doesn't help when noobs talk about RFD and tivs.ca to EB employees either!

:facepalm: Stop talking about it!

+1 to you for leaving some for those locals, I'm sure they appreciate it. The world needs more non-hoarders like you!

-1

I agree with everything you say. It's unfortunate but you're right that's the game we're in now I guess. Noobs, like myself, just need a hand sometimes. So I thank you and guys like thelefteyeguy for it.

[torontoseneca]

So in an attempt at getting back to business: Does anyone know if:

Wii-Klonoa
Wii-MLB Power Pro 2008

are still qualifiers today? Tiv's last update was a few days ago.

[thelefteyeguy]

website says

*Valid at all store locations except Calgary locations, where gift card must be used applied to the purchase of a new or used video game.



oh hdk, thanks for the report, big man

...how would the rep know the gift card is specifically for nHL11?...can they put conditions on a gc now?

[dtp11]

So in an attempt at getting back to business: Does anyone know if:

Wii-Klonoa
Wii-MLB Power Pro 2008

are still qualifiers today? Tiv's last update was a few days ago.A few days ago is actually pretty good! This trading business is a gamble, so try your luck and report to tivs.ca your findings!

[yoda12320]

Dtp11 lol not like people already knowz lol. Its kind of hard not to :P

[dtp11]

Dtp11 lol not like people already knowz lol. Its kind of hard not to :PTrue, but it's like that guy walking into EB and talking about RFD... sure, many people know about it, but not all. The less people who know, the better. The more you talk about it, the sooner they are to put an end to it and then everyone loses.

[Wildarm]

Around here, BBV credit is like Monopoly Money - there are no good games and what they have left are scratched-up, coverless, manual-less POS games that a blind man wouldn't buy. Plus, they're officially going out of business at the end of this month, so spend that $7.40 profit fast. :lol::lol:

Vanilla MC for the win! Dumped my BBV credit the moment I saw that they tied the US stores to Canada to keep afloat.

$1B is a lot of debt to try and dig your way out of by renting videos in brick and mortar stores. Can't believe someone payed $8B for BBV not all that long ago.

[yoda12320]

True, but it's like that guy walking into EB and talking about RFD... sure, many people know about it, but not all. The less people who know, the better. The more you talk about it, the sooner they are to put an end to it and then everyone loses.

Its not like im walking into BBV and shouting this aloud lol.

[murdazz]

...how would the rep know the gift card is specifically for nHL11?...can they put conditions on a gc now?

based off of this from the website, it says its just a GC to use towards w/e


How it works.

Bring your previously played games to any participating Future Shop location. Go to the Gaming Section in the store and one of our Entertainment associates will let you know the value of your games at the Trade-in Station.

Receive the trade-in amount in the form of a Future Shop gift card

Use your gift card to purchase anything* in the store or online at futureshop.ca.

*Valid at all store locations except Calgary locations, where gift card must be used applied to the purchase of a new or used video game.
Trade in values change regularly, so see any of our gaming associates for the most recent valuation. All trade-ins must be in working condition with original case.

[TripleQ]

"How it works.

Bring your previously played games to any participating Future Shop location. Go to the Gaming Section in the store and one of our Entertainment associates will let you know the value of your games at the Trade-in Station.
Receive the trade-in amount in the form of a Future Shop gift card
Use your gift card to purchase anything* in the store or online at futureshop.ca.
*Valid at all store locations except Calgary locations, where gift card must be used applied to the purchase of a new or used video game."

That's for regular trade ins.. not T2. Unless they've changed how it works (which they haven't, as of Metroid), you will just get the game free. With the new system you don't even have to go through they whole "put on store credit, then use it and discard" process.

As for private forums - a) it will die without new blood b) how are you going to screen people anyway c) why would serious hoarders/traders want to share only with other serious traders especially if you know they are in the same geographic region as you?

Finally, I'm not convinced that tivs die because of this thread.. I'll bet it's more the activity reported by store managers.

[yoda12320]

That's for regular trade ins.. not T2. Unless they've changed how it works (which they haven't, as of Metroid), you will just get the game free. With the new system you don't even have to go through they whole "put on store credit, then use it and discard" process.

As for private forums - a) it will die without new blood b) how are you going to screen people anyway c) why would serious hoarders/traders want to share only with other serious traders especially if you know they are in the same geographic region as you?

Finally, I'm not convinced that tivs die because of this thread.. I'll bet it's more the activity reported by store managers.

ya when they start see x games comming in at x tiv they report it to HQ and then they lower it. :P

[torontoseneca]

That's for regular trade ins.. not T2. Unless they've changed how it works (which they haven't, as of Metroid), you will just get the game free. With the new system you don't even have to go through they whole "put on store credit, then use it and discard" process.

As for private forums - a) it will die without new blood b) how are you going to screen people anyway c) why would serious hoarders/traders want to share only with other serious traders especially if you know they are in the same geographic region as you?

Finally, I'm not convinced that tivs die because of this thread.. I'll bet it's more the activity reported by store managers.

I understand what you're saying but the fine print is underneath the promo. Idk, we won't be able to confirm until someone tries it out.
As for
a) true
b) Referrals might fix that
c) This is true for hoarders not for traders
Finally) I agree to a point. What kinda surprises me is that there are no known (to me anyways) insiders on our side. Guys from EB/BB/FS/BBV that give inside scoops or are "sensitive" to traders. There might be and they're just keeping a low profile.

[murdazz]

I understand what you're saying but the fine print is underneath the promo. Idk, we won't be able to confirm until someone tries it out.
As for
a) true
b) Referrals might fix that
c) This is true for hoarders not for traders
Finally) I agree to a point. What kinda surprises me is that there are no known (to me anyways) insiders on our side. Guys from EB/BB/FS/BBV that give inside scoops or are "sensitive" to traders. There might be and they're just keeping a low profile.

will let u know after work im heading to Eb pick up SCC, then flip it with mag...hopefully all goes well

[torontoseneca]

will let u know after work im heading to Eb pick up SCC, then flip it with mag...hopefully all goes well

Sorry.....SCC?

[murdazz]

Sorry.....SCC?

splinter cell conviction...19.99 and qualifies

[Smooth~]

Sorry.....SCC?

StarCraft ColouringBook

[Smooth~]

splinter cell conviction...19.99 and qualifies

Qualifies as to what? EB TIV is $7

[yoda12320]

Qualifies as to what? EB TIV is $7

NHL 11 T2GF Promo at FS.

[ecsw]

NHL 11 T2GF Promo at FS.

damn, I figured that out too and about to post it, but I a bit slow again. :o

[ecsw]

will let u know after work im heading to Eb pick up SCC, then flip it with mag...hopefully all goes well

that's pretty much the same combination I had in mind. ;)

[yoda12320]

NP and I didn't jinx, even though I don't believe in that bs lol.

[Smooth~]

NHL 11 T2GF Promo at FS.

I still think T3 @ EB is much cheaper then T2 at FS? Since you can find turds for under $40? I don't know about you guys but trying to find another turd to go with your SCC for NHL11 is gonna cost you more..

[Lone_Prodigy]

will let u know after work im heading to Eb pick up SCC, then flip it with mag...hopefully all goes well

Don't you need to wait until Tuesday?

[LordFoo]

I still think T3 @ EB is much cheaper then T2 at FS? Since you can find turds for under $40? I don't know about you guys but trying to find another turd to go with your SCC for NHL11 is gonna cost you more..

Agreed -- $25 tax free credit for >$8 turds is far better than $35 pre-tax for two expensive qualifiers (which could likely get you even more on PT at EB).

Also remember: Qualifier lists for BB/FS T2 often change over the weekend -- especially when they go on sale somewhere else.

This is one game I actually want to play -- and I don't want to fight the crowds to get a copy at BB/FS on release day.

[ecsw]

I still think T3 @ EB is much cheaper then T2 at FS? Since you can find turds for under $40? I don't know about you guys but trying to find another turd to go with your SCC for NHL11 is gonna cost you more..

dont care about the game, I can get NHL11 for $20 too, save me some hassle trading. :p

I am talking about credit transfer. If NHL11 as advertised to give out $70 GC or in store credit, then it's prefect for credit transfer.
There are 2 games in EB can make up $50 on Edge after discount. If they really give out $70 GC, we actually gain more. ;)

[Grouper]

IS there any good titles for transferring credits from EB to BBV, BB or FS ?

Used 360/PS3 Super Street Fighter 4 $29.99 less 10% --> $30 BBV
New 360 Splinter Cell Conviction $19.99 --> $30 BBV

Pay off full amount in EB Credit to avoid tax.

[Captain Snazzypants]

It is getting harder and harder to glean any useful TIV info out of this thread and others - even for us hardcore RFDers. So keep up the OT chit-chat as I doubt the EB HQers have that much time to weed through all the posts. We should also start a campaign of misinformation where we report on TIVs that are clearly (to us) inaccurate. Just got to be sure we all know 'the signal' ;)

[ecsw]

Used 360/PS3 Super Street Fighter 4 $29.99 less 10% --> $30 BBV
New 360 Splinter Cell Conviction $19.99 --> $30 BBV

Pay off full amount in EB Credit to avoid tax.

SSF4 bbv value is not on tivs. are you sure about this?
so vanilla ice cream is still a go?

[yoda12320]

SSF4 bbv value is not on tivs. are you sure about this?
so vanilla ice cream is still a go?

Yes SSF4 is on mw for 360 at 30 tiv :P.
http://www.blockbuster.ca/games/trade_save.aspx

Vanilla is so good and yummy :P.

[Grouper]

It is getting harder and harder to glean any useful TIV info out of this thread and others - even for us hardcore RFDers. So keep up the OT chit-chat as I doubt the EB HQers have that much time to weed through all the posts. We should also start a campaign of misinformation where we report on TIVs that are clearly (to us) inaccurate. Just got to be sure we all know 'the signal' ;)

I don't see the problem with the discussions as most of them are still relevant to TIVs and highly informative.

Whenever there is a cleanly laid out thread listing all the qualifiers and where to buy them, the games listed have a tendency to go on life support.

Being buried here is a defense mechanism.

[prufrock]

Hate to spoil the endless pages of twitter-talk but:

EB Games

Borderlands PS3 - $12.50 (anticipating GOTY I guess)
Top Spin 3 PS3 - $7.75
Silent Hill Origins PSP - $6.50
Obscure PSP - $6.25

I agree with TripleQ about still posting values here. There is a big difference between posting "RE4 Wii - $8;)" versus "HOLY ****! I scammed EBG by trading in 23 copies of RE4 right off their own walls! New Tapout shirt for me!"

[Longobongo]

I take you use the BBV credits for ice cream + prepaid cards right?

[murdazz]

dont care about the game, I can get NHL11 for $20 too, save me some hassle trading. :p

I am talking about credit transfer. If NHL11 as advertised to give out $70 GC or in store credit, then it's prefect for credit transfer.
There are 2 games in EB can make up $50 on Edge after discount. If they really give out $70 GC, we actually gain more. ;)

thats what im doing it for, just credit...daddy needs a new deck!

[yoda12320]

Hate to spoil the endless pages of twitter-talk but:

EB Games

Borderlands PS3 - $12.50 (anticipating GOTY I guess)
Top Spin 3 PS3 - $7.75
Silent Hill Origins PSP - $6.50
Obscure PSP - $6.25

I agree with TripleQ about still posting values here. There is a big difference between posting "RE4 Wii - $8;)" versus "HOLY ****! I scammed EBG by trading in 23 copies of RE4 right off their own walls! New Tapout shirt for me!"

Ouch 360 was 30.75 on tues, august 31st :P.

[ookiyuki]

Woo hoo~
Bought SP:C, and then flipped it to FS for NHL11

Thanks all~

[Captain Snazzypants]

I don't see the problem with the discussions as most of them are still relevant to TIVs and highly informative.
Whenever there is a cleanly laid out thread listing all the qualifiers and where to buy them, the games listed have a tendency to go on life support.
Being buried here is a defense mechanism.

That was my point, too.


Ouch 360 was 30.75 on tues, august 31st :P.

As was the PS3 version. But it is on their list of "T2-Get Any New game in Sept" list of qualifying titles...

[ELiTE KiLLaH]

As was the PS3 version. But it is on their list of "T2-Get Any New game in Sept" list of qualifying titles...

This
the list isn't all that bad if u look at the games. Sure they aren't $10 turds u can flip on the list but we've been spoiled by the rp and bbv sale lol. One good thing about the rp sale is I collected a boat load of star rewards points and 20 of those means $10 off. That's all I'm gonna say ;)

[murdazz]

Woo hoo~
Bought SP:C, and then flipped it to FS for NHL11

Thanks all~

did you get the gift card?

[yoda12320]

That was my point, too.



As was the PS3 version. But it is on their list of "T2-Get Any New game in Sept" list of qualifying titles...

Yep sucks that most of those games tivs get crushed by that crappy promo that doesn't state properly which titles lol.

[brutal]

A CSR from EB games said the NHL10 for Xbox 360 has dropped to $4.00...eeek!

[ecsw]

did you get the gift card?

+1

[ecsw]

Yes SSF4 is on mw for 360 at 30 tiv :P.
http://www.blockbuster.ca/games/trade_save.aspx

Vanilla is so good and yummy :P.

u've been thanked. :) i know what to do today. :lol:

[ecsw]

thats what im doing it for, just credit...daddy needs a new deck!

so did you get the credit from FS? $70? this would work even better than vanilla ice cream for me since I need FS credit anyway,

[grappos13]

hey all.. OT question here.. for those that have the Street Fighter IV collectors edition, on the back it says it comes with a small hint book, was that right inside of the box itself? or inside of the blu-ray or game box? i got a SFIV collectors for ps3 off of goozex and everything is in nice shape but there is no small collectors book like it says their should be... there should be DLC but i understand that its probably used so i knew that wouldnt come with it but i assumed the guide book would... thanks for the help!

[ichit4k4_set0]

Does the bigger loser still work?

[murdazz]

no i didnt go yet....still at work

[Captain Snazzypants]

Does the bigger loser still work?

Nah, man. The guy's too lazy to get off the sofa and look for a job...

[whoiam]

Nah, man. The guy's too lazy to get off the sofa and look for a job...

...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bcYppAs6ZdI&feature=related

[ichit4k4_set0]

seriously though, I always have the problem that my gf wants to try the turds lol
need to get rid of this junk if possible

[suffocate]

I may try my hand at getting NHL 11 this weekend...

going to use the website(s) as a guide, but if anyone wants to PM a n00b with an easy way to get the T2 + 19.99 (or t3 would be better) at EB I'd appreciate it.

Thanks:o

[cashinstinct]

hey all.. OT question..

We're supposed to specify when we are OT?

Better had something to my signature to avoid repeating it on each post then!!! :lol:

[cashinstinct]

I may try my hand at getting NHL 11 this weekend...

going to use the website(s) as a guide, but if anyone wants to PM a n00b with an easy way to get the T2 + 19.99 (or t3 would be better) at EB I'd appreciate it.

Thanks:o

Do you have EB credit?

T2 + $19.99 is a better deal if you have existing EB credit, because it requires you to hunt only 2 turds (game with high TIV $8_ at EB but low price elsewhere) instead of 3.

Smooth did a new post in Hot Deals with interesting info for you.

[suffocate]

Do you have EB credit?

T2 + $19.99 is a better deal if you have existing EB credit, because it requires you to hunt only 2 turds (game with high TIV $8_ at EB but low price elsewhere) instead of 3.

Smooth did a new post in Hot Deals with interesting info for you.

Yeah, I have some credit from games that I've traded in in the past (RDR for $40 and FFX for $35 etc) .

Thanks for a point in that direct, I'll have to take a look :)

[nibbler1]

I just tried updating tivs.ca with a few games ... not sure I did it right though. I find the game, click it, put the updated value/date, click through, then it just comes up with a screen saying "Suggested tiv for game(s)" (or something like that) and then doesn't let me click through again nor does the updated values show up. Help?

[shadowslaya]

What the hell is vanilla and ice cream...

[witenite]

i know theres an iphone app for tivs.ca
but is there a
blackberry app for tivs.ca???
everytime i load it with my berry its screws up the rows and columns and i cant read the website

[HeavyDutyKronos]

What the hell is vanilla and ice cream...

www.baskinrobbins.ca

[Xeerochild]

www.baskinrobbins.ca

There are only three different flavours of Vanilla though.

[coolcomputergirl]

I just tried updating tivs.ca with a few games ... not sure I did it right though. I find the game, click it, put the updated value/date, click through, then it just comes up with a screen saying "Suggested tiv for game(s)" (or something like that) and then doesn't let me click through again nor does the updated values show up. Help?

You have to add the game to your collection first. You can then update the tiv. It also takes some time for the update to show up.

[ecsw]

i know theres an iphone app for tivs.ca
but is there a
blackberry app for tivs.ca???
everytime i load it with my berry its screws up the rows and columns and i cant read the website

NO. neksus wont even try on Android, not to mention bb. :razz:

but there's a mobile tivs.ca/mobile and tivs.ca/iphone for faster mobile loading.

[witenite]

ya i know about that but it still doesnt display the values of EB,rogers, fs as rows, just winder if i can donwload another browser and it would work? miniopera?

[ulic]

EB T3

WII Wacky race $9.50
DS Curling $9.25
DS Biggest looser $10.50

Wacky is 5$ Stooples :twisted:

[khmerg]

EB T3

WII Wacky race $9.50
DS Curling $9.25
DS Biggest looser $10.50

Wacky is 5$ Stooples :twisted:

Are you sure? You didn't change the barcode to something else did you?


EB 03/09/10

Xbox 360
Halo Wars 7.50
CSI: Deadly Intent 14.50
Mass Effect (french version) 6.50
Mass Effect (english version) 10.00
Call of Duty Modern Warfare GOTY version 13.00

[dchabby]

Looks like the recent TORNADO has been downgraded to a tropical storm - $7 !!

And I want to join the big boys club - updating some TIVs at TIVS.ca now

[neksus]

I just tried updating tivs.ca with a few games ... not sure I did it right though. I find the game, click it, put the updated value/date, click through, then it just comes up with a screen saying "Suggested tiv for game(s)" (or something like that) and then doesn't let me click through again nor does the updated values show up. Help?

Updates have to be approved by an administration team to prevent incorrect data/spamming the site.


You have to add the game to your collection first. You can then update the tiv. It also takes some time for the update to show up.

If you're logged in, you should be able to click on any game, regardless of if it is (or isn't) in your collection :)


i know theres an iphone app for tivs.ca
but is there a
blackberry app for tivs.ca???
everytime i load it with my berry its screws up the rows and columns and i cant read the website


NO. neksus wont even try on Android, not to mention bb. :razz:

but there's a mobile tivs.ca/mobile and tivs.ca/iphone for faster mobile loading.

I didn't say I wouldn't try on Android, but it's not like I can just **** these things out in a matter of minutes :razz:
I have more pressing matters than dedicating a weekend (or three) to learning and developing for a new SDK.
If I did make another tivs.ca app, I'm not sure which way I'd go - ads from ~1000 users on a mobile platfrom aren't very lucrative and Canadian developers can't charge on the Android store yet.

@witenite Are you using the mobile site, iphone site, or regular site?

[witenite]

i tried on my berry and it automatically changes the format so the columns arent listed, i tried going to the mobile version, same problem, clear the cache and the history and try the normal tivs.ca and still the same problem, its frustrating cause i cant read what the values are and for what store, and i assume it just lists the eb

[iamprettycheap]

has anyone traded in the same game to the same employee on different days? I want to unload a specific game that I picked up 2 copies of but am nervous about doing it only 2 days later lol, has anyone had any problems with such a scenario? Every time I call its the same people working...

[neksus]

i tried on my berry and it automatically changes the format so the columns arent listed, i tried going to the mobile version, same problem, clear the cache and the history and try the normal tivs.ca and still the same problem, its frustrating cause i cant read what the values are and for what store, and i assume it just lists the eb

There's a link at the top of the page that puts you on the normal site. If the page still looks weirdnits because the blackberry page rendering and CSS styling is a useless piece of crap.

[ecsw]

I didn't say I wouldn't try on Android, but it's not like I can just **** these things out in a matter of minutes :razz:
I have more pressing matters than dedicating a weekend (or three) to learning and developing for a new SDK.
If I did make another tivs.ca app, I'm not sure which way I'd go - ads from ~1000 users on a mobile platfrom aren't very lucrative and Canadian developers can't charge on the Android store yet.


really? I still have hope? Yes, that's the best new other than SCC on $20 that I heard today. :)
i am about to get a ipod touch just for tivs app. :) :cry:

what? Canadian developer can't charge in Android store yet? hmmmm... I will paypal you my part whenever it's ready. :)

[ecsw]

has anyone traded in the same game to the same employee on different days? I want to unload a specific game that I picked up 2 copies of but am nervous about doing it only 2 days later lol, has anyone had any problems with such a scenario? Every time I call its the same people working...

lol. 2 days? there are ppl here with 20 copies of the same game and you are afraid of 2 copies?
u can also ask your friend to trade for you. :p CSR usually wont look up the trade history unless you look suspecious.
even if they catch you, u tell them ur brother/sister or whoever has exactly the same game. he/she saw your deal and ask you to trade it in. ;)

[Acid_]

has anyone traded in the same game to the same employee on different days? I want to unload a specific game that I picked up 2 copies of but am nervous about doing it only 2 days later lol, has anyone had any problems with such a scenario? Every time I call its the same people working...

I wouldn't do it. That's prime behavior for bannage. I'd go to a different EB.

[Acid_]

lol. 2 days? there are ppl here with 20 copies of the same game and you are afraid of 2 copies?
u can also ask your friend to trade for you. :p CSR usually wont look up the trade history unless you look suspecious.
even if they catch you, u tell them ur brother/sister or whoever has exactly the same game. he/she saw your deal and ask you to trade it in. ;)

Of course it always depends on the clerk, but people have been nabbed for this before.

[Zeeno]

Hey guys,

I have Bioshock 2 (360) and MW2 (PS3) and was about to do the T2+10 for Halo Reach @ EB, but wondered if there were any better options. Future Shop doesn't seem to have any trade deals for Reach and even if they did, TIVS.ca lists Bioshock 2 as $8 @ FS so it wouldn't qualify right? I know MW2's TIV alone is pretty good, but the T2 seems like a good chance to get something out of Bioshock 2 before it drops <$8.

I know there's some online discounts for Reach from FS & BB, but I think I might head to a midnight launch cause I'm impatient.

-Thanks

[khmerg]

has anyone traded in the same game to the same employee on different days? I want to unload a specific game that I picked up 2 copies of but am nervous about doing it only 2 days later lol, has anyone had any problems with such a scenario? Every time I call its the same people working...

All CSR's at my EB are nice people! Be nice and they'll be nice! When I bring in games that has a value of 7.75, they do it as if it was 8. So yeah!

[Vinman]

I hear you. Sometimes when I'm sleeping I'm visited by the Ghosts of Trade-ins Past, Present, and Future. "Why did you give up on me? I'm still over $8!" "Now you'll never get that last trophy." "Too bad I'm out-of-print now."

I've never felt remorse over trading games for a a console deal, but I often do when doing a T2 or T3 for a new game. Like Madden 11, I really didn't need it, as there are aspects of Madden 10 I like better and I'm not hardcore on the new version. So I could have kept 3 games, played Madden 10 for another year, and been way ahead.

Probably be the same deal for NHL 11, though I never got around to buying NHL 10.

[KrazyGuy]

has anyone traded in the same game to the same employee on different days? I want to unload a specific game that I picked up 2 copies of but am nervous about doing it only 2 days later lol, has anyone had any problems with such a scenario? Every time I call its the same people working...

If the csr is there in the morning(manager) chances are that he/she won't be there after 6. It's the mangers that are always there most of the time and you need to be cautious with them. I rather see the other 2 or 3 part-timers, then seeing the same manger everyday. It's better to be safe than sorry, because turd-trading is a life-long career.:lol::twisted: This is based on my experiences of scouting my GS. :razz:


All CSR's at my EB are nice people! Be nice and they'll be nice! When I bring in games that has a value of 7.75, they do it as if it was 8. So yeah!

Some crs are so clueless , and beyond strict when it comes to promo, sometimes even denying me on legitimate ones, because they don't know about it won't be bothered to check their memo. I'm always nice to them but some just don't deserve my kindness, because it's just a waste of time and I rather leave and get the promo somewhere else.:mad::o:twisted:

[ulic]

you talk Curling game?

it's yes, i trade 2 curling games today.


Are you sure? You didn't change the barcode to something else did you?


EB 03/09/10

Xbox 360
Halo Wars 7.50
CSI: Deadly Intent 14.50
Mass Effect (french version) 6.50
Mass Effect (english version) 10.00
Call of Duty Modern Warfare GOTY version 13.00

[hermit1988]

I do believe I should report this issue. My friend in Edmonton was going to cancel his T2 PO for Reach toward RDR. My friend did not show his receipt but only the account telephone. The CSR looked at his account and told him he did a T2. So the CSR seemed to know the two games he trade in and said he would check the real TIV for those two games. So, the system update is finished and this whole game is over? This is serious.

[CyniC-]

I do believe I should report this issue. My friend in Edmonton was going to cancel his T2 PO for Reach toward RDR. My friend did not show his receipt but only the account telephone. The CSR looked at his account and told him he did a T2. So the CSR seemed to know the two games he trade in and said he would check the real TIV for those two games. So, the system update is finished and this whole game is over? This is serious.

Same thing happened to me. First time in my turd-hunting career really. Tried swapping Halo Reach towards another $60 game and the CSR was like: let's see how you did your Halo Reach... and I was like: um that's a first... after the whole thing the CSR printed the receipt and it showed exactly what I traded in haha... that scares me but oh wells :D Time to anticipate a .fess phone call. Game switched successfully because CSR either turned a blind eye or didn't care. Note the other game was not T2+$10'able.

[hermit1988]

Same thing happened to me. First time in my turd-hunting career really. Tried swapping Halo Reach towards another $60 game and the CSR was like: let's see how you did your Halo Reach... and I was like: um that's a first... after the whole thing the CSR printed the receipt and it showed exactly what I traded in haha... that scares me but oh wells :D Time to anticipate a .fess phone call. Game switched successfully because CSR either turned a blind eye or didn't care. Note the other game was not T2+$10'able.

All the september new release are T2able. Damned, I just switched PO to dead rising 2 trying to GG it.

[belowzeros]

I do believe I should report this issue. My friend in Edmonton was going to cancel his T2 PO for Reach toward RDR. My friend did not show his receipt but only the account telephone. The CSR looked at his account and told him he did a T2. So the CSR seemed to know the two games he trade in and said he would check the real TIV for those two games. So, the system update is finished and this whole game is over? This is serious.


nothing new, they've always been able to do that.

some stores over about the last 6 months are just much more anal about redoing your transaction. and sometimes based on those criteria they'll deny the switch. i dunno why that change started but some stores will reenter the titles as a new sale.

really we can all blame hoarders for the change. they are just trying to protect margins.

[Fox]

So I finally figured out how to input the TIVs directly on TIVS.ca...

Suggestion - Add a section to the FAQ titled "How do I input trade in values?". Or perhaps it's already there, and I'm just blind today.
Suggestion 2 - After you enter the TIV, have it say something along the lines of "confirmed" rather than "Suggest New Trade In Value(s)".

Anyways, here's the games I checked today, September 3rd. All games are for the PS3 except Star Wars for the Wii, and all TIVS are from EB Games.

Uncharted = 10.50
Trivial Pursuit = 6.50
God of War Collection = 15
Alone in the Dark = 4.25
Terminator = 6.25
Dark Void = 7.50
Eat Lead = 6.50
Borderlands = 12.50
Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe = 11
LittleBigPlanet GOTY = 20
Uncharted 2 = 26.25
The Saboteur = 5.75
Prototype = 18
Brutal Legend = 5.75
Killzone 2 = 9.25
Hannah Montana = 8.75
Valkyria Chronicles = 20.25
Skate 2 = 7.00
God of War 3 = 32.25
Mirror's Edge = 4.25
Prince of Persia = 5.50
Mercenaries 2 = 2.75

Star Wars the Force Unleashed (Wii) = 6.25

[king_patrick_7]

PS3 X:men wolverine rose from the dead when I T3'd it yesterday!

[hermit1988]

nothing new, they've always been able to do that.

some stores over about the last 6 months are just much more anal about redoing your transaction. and sometimes based on those criteria they'll deny the switch. i dunno why that change started but some stores will reenter the titles as a new sale.

really we can all blame hoarders for the change. they are just trying to protect margins.

So we should say the system is updated that EB knows what game you have trade in. That means cancellation of PO or GG T2,T3 titles for EB credits approach is dead.

[belowzeros]

So we should say the system is updated that EB knows what game you have trade in. That means cancellation of PO or GG T2,T3 titles for EB credits approach is dead.


I think they have been able to tell since the beginning of this year. Well how you ordered maybe not the titles, having titles in the system could be new.

here's the catch...when you actually do get someone to change one of your orders they lose the history. history doesn't follow to a changed order (like when they make your new PO, cancel your existing and use the credit to pay the new bill, you sign the receipt). when that happens they lose your history. So yea it's pretty scary for all you dupers out there because now you are in the system. And if they are consolidating info or allowing remote access to terminals you're all done.

that is the reason they redo the transaction - so they can retain the history and track your butt. because once you get someone to change your order the old way you can do anything you want.


...fwiw some stores under certain DMs don't care. In my area Mississauga seems to be an area that cares, Etobicoke doesn't but almost all Mall stores I've come across do...I actually had an AM go into the back and grab my invoice from a year ago to make a switch.

[hermit1988]

I think they have been able to tell since the beginning of this year. Well how you ordered maybe not the titles, having titles in the system could be new.

here's the catch...when you actually do get someone to change one of your orders they lose the history. history doesn't follow to a changed order (like when they make your new PO, cancel your existing and use the credit to pay the new bill, you sign the receipt). when that happens they lose your history. So yea it's pretty scary for all you dupers out there because now you are in the system. And if they are consolidating info or allowing remote access to terminals you're all done.

that is the reason they redo the transaction - so they can retain the history and track your butt. because once you get someone to change your order the old way you can do anything you want.


...fwiw some stores under certain DMs don't care. In my area Mississauga seems to be an area that cares, Etobicoke doesn't but almost all Mall stores I've come across do...I actually had an AM go into the back and grab my invoice from a year ago to make a switch.

I have done PO cancellation for edge credits for 10 times this year and no body gave me a ever. 6 of 10 was form a direct T2 or T3 :lol: WTF

[khmerg]

you talk Curling game?

it's yes, i trade 2 curling games today.

Haha, I rushed over the phone, called EB, it's true!
Put my pants on and went over to buy one at Maxi & Cie and traded with CSI: Deadly Intent for PO on LBP2 :D T2+9.99

[NonStopInTheMix]

So we should say the system is updated that EB knows what game you have trade in. That means cancellation of PO or GG T2,T3 titles for EB credits approach is dead.

http://nomadicstate.com/store/images/large/sticker_crazy.jpg

but srsly... why is everyone so worried? :facepalm:

[belowzeros]

I have done PO cancellation for edge credits for 10 times this year and no body gave me a ever. 6 of 10 was form a direct T2 or T3 :lol: WTF


there is one store I deal with that is like that, I love it. I can do anything there I want and build credits without trying...love those guys right up to the manager.

i think calgary doesn't have a DM...you probably live down the street with smooth, lol ;)

[hermit1988]

http://nomadicstate.com/store/images/large/sticker_crazy.jpg

but srsly... why is everyone so worried? :facepalm:

Well that means it is harder to bulid credits. because no more GG for direct credits. People GG 12 copies of Titans of Clash will not happen again. :lol: lol

[Grouper]

That was my point, too.

I really need to stop posting sleep deprived. I just reread what we were saying...

[whoiam]

So I finally figured out how to input the TIVs directly on TIVS.ca...

Suggestion - Add a section to the FAQ titled "How do I input trade in values?". Or perhaps it's already there, and I'm just blind today.
Suggestion 2 - After you enter the TIV, have it say something along the lines of "confirmed" rather than "Suggest New Trade In Value(s)".

Anyways, here's the games I checked today, September 3rd. All games are for the PS3 except Star Wars for the Wii, and all TIVS are from EB Games.

Uncharted = 10.50
Trivial Pursuit = 6.50
God of War Collection = 15
Alone in the Dark = 4.25
Terminator = 6.25
Dark Void = 7.50
Eat Lead = 6.50
Borderlands = 12.50
Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe = 11
LittleBigPlanet GOTY = 20
Uncharted 2 = 26.25
The Saboteur = 5.75
Prototype = 18
Brutal Legend = 5.75
Killzone 2 = 9.25
Hannah Montana = 8.75Valkyria Chronicles = 20.25
Skate 2 = 7.00
God of War 3 = 32.25
Mirror's Edge = 4.25
Prince of Persia = 5.50
Mercenaries 2 = 2.75

Star Wars the Force Unleashed (Wii) = 6.25

it's 9,99 at my BB...Now, do I have the guts to buy it and trade it at EB?:P

[hermit1988]

it's 9,99 at my BB...Now, do I have the guts to buy it and trade it at EB?:P

EB probably change TIV tonight, they change TIV on Friday if it is a long weekend.

[KrazyGuy]

it's 9,99 at my BB...Now, do I have the guts to buy it and trade it at EB?:P

Hannah Montana
I dared myself to PM it at FS and use it tomorrow,:-0:o

[witenite]

Hahahahaha. I bought hanna montana as a gift for my niece. I tried using it about a month ago and it was DOA. Now, do i want to be a bad uncle and use it as a turd

[dchabby]

So whats everyones favourite flavour ??? Can we say VANILLA !!

Tekken 6 (360) is $10 at BBV if anyone got stuck with one and wants to dump it.

[shadowslaya]

no really...what is vanilla in the context you guys are using it in?

also I thought someone mentioned on here that Klonoa is $9.99 at BB...it's $19.99 there...

[HeavyDutyKronos]

no really...what is vanilla in the context you guys are using it in?

Just an inside joke about who can blow the most savings on ice cream on trips to turd hunt.

[aztecking]

no really...what is vanilla in the context you guys are using it in?

also I thought someone mentioned on here that Klonoa is $9.99 at BB...it's $19.99 there...

Dunno if im ruining the fun that the others are having, but im sure there talking about the prepaid mastercard u can buy at BBV with credit.

Anywho, im tempted to use my BB reward certificate for some hanna montanas lol!

[neksus]

Suggestion - Add a section to the FAQ titled "How do I input trade in values?". Or perhaps it's already there, and I'm just blind today.
Thought I put it in the FAQ, turns out it was just an old News post. I'll make a more detailed explanation and put it somewhere visible.


Suggestion 2 - After you enter the TIV, have it say something along the lines of "confirmed" rather than "Suggest New Trade In Value(s)".
Also thought I enabled this long ago, turns out it was still in a testing loop and only showed for me. Thanks for bringing this up!

[shani_d_best]

i think calgary doesn't have a DM...you probably live down the street with smooth, lol ;)

I live down the street to Smooth~ :razz:

[alv76]

is nhl 11 a
trade 2 +$20
??
thanks

[NonStopInTheMix]

Well that means it is harder to bulid credits. because no more GG for direct credits. People GG 12 copies of Titans of Clash will not happen again. :lol: lol

Clash of the Titans? you kids are to late into this GG game :lol:

Probs the only ones who are going to get caught since mass GGs are old news now.

[whoiam]

no really...what is vanilla in the context you guys are using it in?

also I thought someone mentioned on here that Klonoa is $9.99 at BB...it's $19.99 there...

YMMV. It was me

[NonStopInTheMix]

is nhl 11 a
trade 2 +$20
??
thanks

no.

[whoiam]

is nhl 11 a
trade 2 +$20
??
thanks

Yes it is

[whoiam]

no.

I got the receipt. I trades wheelman (again) and blazblue + 20$

[aztecking]

no.

Its on the website but it doesnt state any actual prices.....

TIRED OF PAYING FULL PRICE?
TRADE & SAVE ON NHL 11: Save a little, save a lot, save it all. You could get up to the full retail value of this title when you trade in 3 select games.
TRADE IN 1...SAVE A LITTLE!
TRADE IN 2...SAVE A LOT!
TRADE IN 3...SAVE IT ALL!
Offer ends September 12, 2010
:lol::lol:

[NonStopInTheMix]

I got the receipt. I trades wheelman (again) and blazblue + 20$


Its on the website but it doesnt state any actual prices.....

TIRED OF PAYING FULL PRICE?
TRADE & SAVE ON NHL 11: Save a little, save a lot, save it all. You could get up to the full retail value of this title when you trade in 3 select games.
TRADE IN 1...SAVE A LITTLE!
TRADE IN 2...SAVE A LOT!
TRADE IN 3...SAVE IT ALL!
Offer ends September 12, 2010
:lol::lol:

YMMV. to my knowledge, no official promo flyers are avail for this yet.

Probs will pop up during midnight release.

[whoiam]

YMMV. to my knowledge, no official promo flyers are avail for this yet.

Probs will pop up during midnight release.

You ask and they normally do it. They (where I am) do not refuse a trade often. They refused for castlevania and fallout: NV (for a trade 2)

[suffocate]

YMMV. to my knowledge, no official promo flyers are avail for this yet.

Probs will pop up during midnight release.

I'm pretty sure it said for any september release in the flyer... (may include exclusions, but doesn't specifically say nhl 11)

[Fox]

it's 9,99 at my BB...Now, do I have the guts to buy it and trade it at EB?:P


EB probably change TIV tonight, they change TIV on Friday if it is a long weekend.

It's been above $10 frequently. If you go to pick it up at Best Buy try haggling. I got it because the sales guy at Best Buy threw it in for free when I bought 3 other games (used ones) - he gave me a deal on those, too. Nice guy.

[belowzeros]

anyone actually buying SCC to play? >.>

[ecsw]

anyone actually buying SCC to play? >.>

I will tomorrow. :)

[.fess]

Can u trade the same game at BBV more than once in a week? I vaguely remember someone posting that you can only trade 1 title of the game, regardless of the console, per week...True or false?

[hermit1988]

Can u trade the same game at BBV more than once in a week? I vaguely remember someone posting that you can only trade 1 title of the game, regardless of the console, per week...True or false?

That is the bbv policy. I guess you can try another store.

[iamprettycheap]

anyone actually buying SCC to play? >.>

I traded it into BBV to pick up some turds today and low and behold this deal came along so I scooped it up again because I have eb credit lying around and didnt quite platinum it. Its a fun game online especially for only 20 dollars, pretty easy trophies although some are a bit of a grind. The MP is only 2 people, but there are 4 online game modes including a Co-op story which is unlike the SP story which was nice, so all in all 20 bucks is a good price to add this to the collection at imo.

[shadowslaya]

BBVs are like all cleaned out...but a great way to transfer credit...I wish this happened a last week when I actually found stuff there.

[shadowslaya]

Can u trade the same game at BBV more than once in a week? I vaguely remember someone posting that you can only trade 1 title of the game, regardless of the console, per week...True or false?

um I made a noob mistake way back by trading in two of the same games within one week and they stopped trades on my parents account so I went to a different area (Brampton to Mississauga) and made my own account so I can do trades again. I'd say if you are going to do more than one game to be careful. I called head office and they told me I could only do one game per month.

[Rakesh079]

So whats everyones favourite flavour ??? Can we say VANILLA !!

Tekken 6 (360) is $10 at BBV if anyone got stuck with one and wants to dump it.

Oh nice, good to know, can get rid of my copy. What are the chances of this going $8+ at EB considering everyone is selling it for $20 new now?

[dtp11]

Its not like im walking into BBV and shouting this aloud lol.I know, but you mentioning it here repeatedly allows more and more people to know about it and all it takes is one person to try it with a store manager and them no like it, then a call the HQ, then a store-wide email telling all stores to stop allowing this. You're increasing the chances of that happening much sooner, because it WILL happen eventually - so why speed up the process and ruin it for everyone? It already happened at .fess' store.


I take you use the BBV credits for ice cream + ********?:facepalm:


Dunno if im ruining the fun that the others are having, but im sure there talking about ***********.Yes, you did ruin it. :facepalm::facepalm:


As for private forums - a) it will die without new blood b) how are you going to screen people anyway c) why would serious hoarders/traders want to share only with other serious traders especially if you know they are in the same geographic region as you?

Finally, I'm not convinced that tivs die because of this thread.. I'll bet it's more the activity reported by store managers.
a) who says there won't be new blood? You can just replace the stagnant traders as they retire/stop contributing with new ones
b) referral system, among other things (that probably shouldn't be made public)
c) normally you share your info AFTER you've got what you need, so it shouldn't matter

As for TIVs dying because of this thread; they most certainly do. If it's not from EB monitoring this thread and flagging blatant turds that everyone is talking about, then it's people posting it to this thread, then everyone knowing about it and then the title getting so ridiculously exploited that EB changes the value.

[Feegus]

You can almost smell the paranoia and greed in here lately. What's with you guys?





...srsly

[ichit4k4_set0]

EB T3

WII Wacky race $9.50
DS Curling $9.25
DS Biggest looser $10.50

Wacky is 5$ Stooples :twisted:

Awesome....Ill see today and confirmed if it dropped.
Need to trade this with Ys Seven (anybody tried Ys Seven yet?)

[iamlilc]

Its on the website but it doesnt state any actual prices.....

TIRED OF PAYING FULL PRICE?
TRADE & SAVE ON NHL 11: Save a little, save a lot, save it all. You could get up to the full retail value of this title when you trade in 3 select games.
TRADE IN 1...SAVE A LITTLE!
TRADE IN 2...SAVE A LOT!
TRADE IN 3...SAVE IT ALL!
Offer ends September 12, 2010
:lol::lol:

Yea, it's a lame way to get you in the store I guess.

But it's basically Trade 1 = $25, Trade 2 = $50, Trade 3 = $70 off of NHL 11.

All games must be over $8 TiV of course.

[Vinman]

So we should say the system is updated that EB knows what game you have trade in. That means cancellation of PO or GG T2,T3 titles for EB credits approach is dead.

So what happens with a T3 game you go back to GG - they give you the original TIV of the 3 games?

If so, that's a major rip-off and it's actually far preferable to use cash for one GG transaction and keep transferring it to new GG's, like many customers do right now. Free rentals.

[orbitdesign]

I've never really traded anything to EB using their promos but I just finished Alan Wake and was looking to trade it in. TIVS shows it at $30. What's the best way to get the most for this? After reading all this stuff about the GG, would I be able to powertrade it for something then GG that or will they not allow the GG? Anyone know?

[HeavyDutyKronos]

So what happens with a T3 game you go back to GG - they give you the original TIV of the 3 games?

+1 ?

[dchabby]

So what happens with a T3 game you go back to GG - they give you the original TIV of the 3 games?

If so, that's a major rip-off and it's actually far preferable to use cash for one GG transaction and keep transferring it to new GG's, like many customers do right now. Free rentals.

Has anyone actually ever been told that you cant GG a game that you did a T3 for ? Or got by any other means ? I mean I dont see anything on their website, nor anything in store. GG is simply return a game that you pre-ordered within 7 days and get full price back, doesnt state anything about how you bought the game.

I think people may be a little worried about nothing but I guess we will have to wait and see.

[HeavyDutyKronos]

Has anyone actually ever been told that you cant GG a game that you did a T3 for ?

Yes. I was told this by a MOD a few weeks ago, he said it was a memo they had received from HQ. But I haven't seen anyone have any problems with COTT, K&L2 or others so far since then.

[hermit1988]

Yes. I was told this by a MOD a few weeks ago, he said it was a memo they had received from HQ. But I haven't seen anyone have any problems with COTT, K&L2 or others so far since then.

Well, the major reason is the system update. Without the update,EB csr did not even know you did a T2 or PT for GG game because it is not showing on the computer.

[Xeerochild]

Dunno if im ruining the fun that the others are having, but im sure there talking about the new flavours of vanilla ice cream sold by Baskin Robbins

http://www.wordink.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/loose-lips-sink-ships-1.jpg

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I guess gone are the days of PTing for a game then GGing it. Oh well, I had fun =/

[HeavyDutyKronos]

Well, the major reason is the system update. Without the update,EB csr did not even know you did a T2 or PT for GG game because it is not showing on the computer.

Right. So I guess the big question is, is this now in place? (if so, which region(s)? nationwide?) and are there any workarounds?

Answers/discussion about the latter are best left to PM.

[minuterice]

So we should say the system is updated that EB knows what game you have trade in. That means cancellation of PO or GG T2,T3 titles for EB credits approach is dead.

they have always been able to tell what you did to get the order, your not reporting anything new. ive had them give me a pick up receipt that showed what games i traded in months before. i remember the one receipt was trouble because it had tmnt smash up and they canceled my order to change to the ps3 version but since tmnt had a current 0 tiv it was a pain. i dont think anything is new its probably just the first time you've run into the issue.

[hermit1988]

Right. So I guess the big question is, is this now in place? (if so, which region(s)? nationwide?) and are there any workarounds?

Answers/discussion about the latter are best left to PM.

Well, like I wrote on my post yesterday, when my friend was trying to cancel his PO. CSR found he did a T2 directly from computer and seemed to know the game he trade in for. So, I consider this is a possible system update. Well, I guess we will know form the Dead rising 2 GG.

[civicb]

Guys I hv a question...
I was looking for a tivs of ps3 naruto ultimate ninja storm on tivs.ca and it shows 30.75 as of sept 1,2010...but on gamestop.ca they sell it new for 34.99 and it doesn't make any sense that it would have a tivs of 30.75 unless it had a huge price drop in a few days...
So neksus, I just want to know when someone is tring to submit a tivs for a game, do u guys just approve it like that or u would confirm it with someone else??? I guess it's hard to prevent spammers.

[iamlilc]

Well, like I wrote on my post yesterday, when my friend was trying to cancel his PO. CSR found he did a T2 directly from computer and seemed to know the game he trade in for. So, I consider this is a possible system update. Well, I guess we will know form the Dead rising 2 GG.

Canceling a PO is different then changing it to something else. I hope he wasn't trying to cancel it and get $69.99 back on a GC, cuz that's a no no.

Also, some CSR's are more lenient than others. I've had one's who wouldn't switch T2 or PT's and others who would do it no problem.

[Xeerochild]

Guys I hv a question...
I was looking for a tivs of ps3 naruto ultimate ninja storm on tivs.ca and it shows 30.75 as of sept 1,2010...but on gamestop.ca they sell it new for 34.99 and it doesn't make any sense that it would have a tivs of 30.75 unless it had a huge price drop in a few days...
So neksus, I just want to know when someone is tring to submit a tivs for a game, do u guys just approve it like that or u would confirm it with someone else??? I guess it's hard to prevent spammers.

Seems about right. Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm is a pretty rare game.
Also, BFBC2 is being sold for $35 used and they're giving $30 credit for the X360 version. It happens.

[shadowslaya]

wait...why can't you guys just GG the game at a different location? that way they can't see how you got it? Back when I was GGing CoTT I picked up a few copies in Brampton and GG'd em in Mississauga. I was talking to a csr in mississauga and he said it was fine as long as I had the receipt. I only ever GG one game at the actual location I got it from..rest goes to other EB's.

[Duuuuude]

You can almost smell the paranoia and greed in here lately. What's with you guys?





...srsly

Haha, no kidding! Greed is a good word for it. It's kinda nice to see some of the guys who shamelessly exploit EB suddenly scrambling to try and circumvent the new system that was created to reduce people like them.

Don't you guys have enough PO's and credit already?

[Vinman]

Don't you guys have enough PO's and credit already?

Agreed, and I'm amazed at the sheer number of duplicate game PO's I'm seeing on here - 10, 20, 30+ copies of the SAME game - WTF?

I may go a little zany in console trades, but I use/gift them all, and never PO more than one copy of a game title for myself.

[shadowslaya]

Don't you guys have enough PO's and credit already?

I just do it enough to get certain games that are coming out soon...lol some ppl are too hardcore here aiming for bigger things.

[Vinman]

On the other hand, EB really is the Devil.

I was in a store yesterday, buying SC: C, and a little girl came in with her Dad and plunked down 6 Wii and DS titles - all qualifiers and some serious stuff like Mario Olympics, Zelda ST DS, Princess Peach, Mario Kart DS, etc. and without blinking an eye, the CSR tells them they have $70-something in credit and the girl picks out a SINGLE PO on a new Wii game - might have been NHL 2K11, she picked off a list.

I think I was gritting my teeth at that point, and I gave the guy a look that made him keep his eyes down at the cash. I *almost* said something, but all that would do is get Mr Dumpy all angry at me and I just wasn't in the mood to face Greenpeace again for beating up a whale.

But these guys are the ultimate scam artists, ripping off a 6-7 year old girl of half her potential TIV. Un-freaking-believable.

If there is any karma, then fatboy slim will keel over from a stroke sometime this week.

[dchabby]

On the other hand, EB really is the Devil.

.

Yesterday while buying SC there was a guy ahead of me that was trading in a few games and wanted to PO a game (didnt catch which one). The guy scanned them in and the total was around $50, and i knew for sure he had at least 3 qualifiers. The csr then asked him if he wanted to pay off the rest, which he did with cash.

[HeavyDutyKronos]

Agreed, and I'm amazed at the sheer number of duplicate game PO's I'm seeing on here - 10, 20, 30+ copies of the SAME game - WTF?

WTF Vinman for DM??


On the other hand, EB really is the Devil.

But these guys are the ultimate scam artists, ripping off a 6-7 year old girl of half her potential TIV. Un-freaking-believable.

I like this Vinman better.

[CyniC-]

These are some pretty brutal EBG rip-off stories. I don't think I've seen anything like that personally. A lot of CSR's I deal with tell the customer about >$8 TIV promos and tell them how they can use their traded games better. Some even tell them not to trade in an certain title because it's awesome and EB is paying peanuts for it. YMMV I guess.

What kinda "sucks" is that EBG employees keep all the good and rare trade-in titles for themselves haha... but that's the perks of working in a sweatshop!!!!!!!!!

[witenite]

Does igor wii qualify at eb? Sorry cant get tivs workin on my bb

[darkspider]

Does igor wii qualify at eb? Sorry cant get tivs workin on my bb

No, $7.25 8/30/10.

[KrazyGuy]

On the other hand, EB really is the Devil.

I was in a store yesterday, buying SC: C, and a little girl came in with her Dad and plunked down 6 Wii and DS titles - all qualifiers and some serious stuff like Mario Olympics, Zelda ST DS, Princess Peach, Mario Kart DS, etc. and without blinking an eye, the CSR tells them they have $70-something in credit and the girl picks out a SINGLE PO on a new Wii game - might have been NHL 2K11, she picked off a list.

I think I was gritting my teeth at that point, and I gave the guy a look that made him keep his eyes down at the cash. I *almost* said something, but all that would do is get Mr Dumpy all angry at me and I just wasn't in the mood to face Greenpeace again for beating up a whale.

But these guys are the ultimate scam artists, ripping off a 6-7 year old girl of half her potential TIV. Un-freaking-believable.

If there is any karma, then fatboy slim will keel over from a stroke sometime this week.


These are some pretty brutal EBG rip-off stories. I don't think I've seen anything like that personally. A lot of CSR's I deal with tell the customer about >$8 TIV promos and tell them how they can use their traded games better. Some even tell them not to trade in an certain title because it's awesome and EB is paying peanuts for it. YMMV I guess.

What kinda "sucks" is that EBG employees keep all the good and rare trade-in titles for themselves haha... but that's the perks of working in a sweatshop!!!!!!!!!

You'll be surprised how many times GS CSRs told me the total tivs and asked what I wanted to spend it on, while I knew there were x amount of qualifiers in there. But some(rare) are really nice and honest.

[ecsw]

wait...why can't you guys just GG the game at a different location? that way they can't see how you got it? Back when I was GGing CoTT I picked up a few copies in Brampton and GG'd em in Mississauga. I was talking to a csr in mississauga and he said it was fine as long as I had the receipt. I only ever GG one game at the actual location I got it from..rest goes to other
EB's.
EB around GVR doesn't like that. Every stre has their gg quota. it's a hassle and they will call original EB u got it from to verify.

[witenite]

I think everyone has a story where a kid and parent gets ripped off by eb games so really i dont feel bad using my turds at an eb. I wonder what the ratio would be with rfd turds to eb ripping unsuspected kids and parents

[the_fm]

I think everyone has a story where a kid and parent gets ripped off by eb games so really i dont feel bad using my turds at an eb. I wonder what the ratio would be with rfd turds to eb ripping unsuspected kids and parents

crazy enough, the store where i go, i've never seen a client get ripped off. all the CSR usually tell them about trade promo (T3, T2 + xx) :cool:

[smuPoker]

I think everyone has a story where a kid and parent gets ripped off by eb games so really i dont feel bad using my turds at an eb. I wonder what the ratio would be with rfd turds to eb ripping unsuspected kids and parents

I'd guess at least 1:20. For every rfd'er who turds it up, there are at least 20 people who have no clue how the system works and will pay 59.99+tax cash for new games.

[Feegus]

My earlier comment about greed wasn't directed at people who abuse EB, it was aimed at those that are no longer interested in sharing with the community but would rather have a private club that's main purpose is excluding non-pros. Where do you think you guys learned the ropes? True RFD spirit.:rolleyes:

[HeavyDutyKronos]

My earlier comment about greed wasn't directed at people who abuse EB, it was aimed at those that are no longer interested in sharing with the community but would rather have a private club that's main purpose is excluding non-pros. Where do you think you guys learned the ropes? True RFD spirit.:rolleyes:

I think you're mistaking the motivation behind the idea. The purpose isn't to hoard good deals and exclude newcomers, it's to keep deals alive longer and protect member security by not broadcasting in a public forum that EB HQ is known to regularly monitor (or indirectly through noobs who might take printouts or walk into the store and start talking about "redflagdeals" or otherwise ruin the promotion for everyone else). It's happened several times before, as well as EB exploiting the people and information available publicly in this thread, banning people and referring directly to this thread and their alias, well intended posts sharing their trades and deals publicly are used to hunt and track them down and trace their trading activity. Ask LIVE DEREK. (Miss your O face brah ;))

[neksus]

Hey guys, just wanted to thank all the extra people that have clicked the ads in the past few days. Went from mid-to-high single digits about 4x that. The better the site does the better it will eventually do because I'll have time to not spend working on other paid work!
And I would also like to +1 HDK's post (anybody else think that's a bad acronym because of the HDKen reference?) - learning the ropes is one thing, saying you just pwned EB by trading in [insert turd] x 20 kills the deal for everybody else.

[Fox]

I don't think you need a forum that excludes any RFD members, but I do think there should be a "members only" forum that isn't visible to guests. I think that's pretty reasonable.

As for EB ripping off little kids - yes, I've seen it. On the other hand I've seen many good reps, too. The other day I was in EB and I was playing dumb about trade-ins, as I typically do. The guy took the initiative to explain T3, T2+, etc. offers to me. There are also a number of signs in the store advertising some of these offers, and I wonder why parents don't bother to ask.

There are times that I want to say something (and in the case of trade in, I have) on both this and when I'm at Best Buy and I see someone buying a Monster cable. My girlfriend stops me and basically says - " They have to make money off someone, they're not making it off you. If it wasn't for these people, you wouldn't be able to get the kind of deals that you get."

[d182]

i guess missing the recent spike in tivs isn't too bad since i'm so busy with work :)

anyway, here's what i did today:

eb

nsf shift 360 - $19!
dead rising 360 - $5.00
tornado outbreak ps3 - $0 (lmao!)
assassin's creed II discovery ds - $4.50
pgr 4 360 - $3.50
army of two 360 - $3.50

i'm surprised at nsf shift cuz i checked last nite and it was 12.50...wtf? get those in ASAP!!!!


There are times that I want to say something (and in the case of trade in, I have) on both this and when I'm at Best Buy and I see someone buying a Monster cable. My girlfriend stops me and basically says - " They have to make money off someone, they're not making it off you. If it wasn't for these people, you wouldn't be able to get the kind of deals that you get."

i always wanna jump in too :D it just seems so unethical to ridiculously overcharge for something that should cost you less than $5.
and when she says "the kind of deals that you get," we're talking about gaming deals right?
its the ppl that pay full retail price and trade in their games for terrible tivs who essentially subsidize the loss that eb takes from what we trade in :D
capitalism at its best...or worse i suppose. the informed consumer (rfders) pay as little as possible and the uninformed customer (parents/kids) pay more.
that and rfders are willing to do the dirty work - look up tivs, buy games at one place and then flip it. time = money right?
all my friends think i'm crazy for doing this stuff :S

and what happened to RP? i was looking forward to doing a t2 for nhl 10. but i guess their list is limited now? at least i managed to trade in some turds for sc2 :D
i still have credit just sitting their from trading prototype back in the winter hah
too bad i missed out on that 3/25 deal. it must've been a smoking deal :(
good on everyone who took advantage of it though.

i guess i'll be doing a t2 at fs/bb like everyone else ;)

[murdazz]

i guess missing the recent spike in tivs isn't too bad since i'm so busy with work :)

anyway, here's what i did today:

eb

nsf shift 360 - $19!


i'm surprised at nsf shift cuz i checked last nite and it was 12.50...wtf? get those in ASAP!!!!


wow............lol eb is reeeetarded at times, i wonder what the value will be when tuesday hits

[grappos13]

wow............lol eb is reeeetarded at times, i wonder what the value will be when tuesday hits

well.. who knows if that actually is gonna be on sale.. watch it just be the psp version...

[kindred_99]

The one EB i go to has a couple of really nice people working there and it really makes all the difference.

I was at this location earlier this week and a dad came in with his two young kids and a stack of games. The CSR scanned them in and told them they had ~$80 in trade value. The dad didn't care and would have taken whatever they told him. He asked for a gift card so the kids could pick out games at a later time. The CSR was nice enough to mention that they had 6 qualifiers and that they could trade towards 2 brand new games. The kids ended up thrilled that they walked out with 2 new games and the dad was left with a decent amount of credit as well. I have witnesses some horrors at EBs before, with people getting scammed left and right, but this was really nice to see.

[trackercowe]

Is going to Staples the best way to print off game covers? If so, is it easy to do, or do I need to know what type of paper to use? Also, it is $2 per cover, correct?

[cashinstinct]

Blockbuster - Sept 4
X360 - Splinter Cell Conviction $30
X360 - Fight Night Round 4 $10
PS3 - Tekken 6 - $10
PS3 - Burnout Paradise - $1
PS3 - Devil May Cry 4 - $1

$10 minimum for games selling over X $ anyone? Go to your local BBV with your turds and report back. :lol:

[oncl0ud9]

Is that for trade value or to purchase?


Blockbuster - Sept 4
X360 - Splinter Cell Conviction $30
X360 - Fight Night Round 4 $10
PS3 - Tekken 6 - $10
PS3 - Burnout Paradise - $1
PS3 - Devil May Cry 4 - $1

$10 minimum for games selling over X $ anyone? Go to your local BBV with your turds and report back. :lol:

[ecsw]

BBV
SSC $30
Resistance2 $10
Tekken 6 $10

1 vanilla ice cream. :)

[.fess]

Best ice cream evar!
http://www.haagen-dazs.com/products/product.aspx?id=104

[aztecking]

EB Games Sept 4

Qualified

PS3
NBA 2k10
Monopoly

Didnt Qualify (eventhough some are in most wanted list)
PSP
GTA: Chinatown Warz
GT
Dissidia Final Fantasy
Resistance Retribution

[SPARKYx-]

1 vanilla ice cream. :)

thats getting really annoying. + didn't someone already expose what it meant?

[yoda12320]

I know thing.. :P

[kindred_99]

the whole inside vanilla thing, lets pretend we all know something and make lame jokes about it has really gotten old
you can trade games at bbv towards a vanilla mastercard that you can then use at other places, its not exactly the riddle of the sphinx

[Smooth~]

thats getting really annoying. + didn't someone already expose what it meant?

How is it annoying when you have recently just joined?

[Xephy]

I want ice cream yum! =D

hahaha yeah. i really didn't get enough ice cream this summer.



How is it annoying when you have recently just joined?

+1

[d182]

splinter cell conviction - $30 @ bbv

if anyone's looking for a qualifer for nhl10 @ fs, bbv's selling l4d2 @ 29.99.

buy scc from eb for $20, trade in to bbv for $30, buy l4d2 for 29.99 + tax.

other fs qualifiers at bbv:

prince of persia 360 - $34.99 + tax
ufc 2010 ps3 - $34.99 + tax

[KrazyGuy]

Got denied at BBV for SCC, said there was an email saying not to take it because of GS's sale.Oh well, going to try a few more or just pawn it for at least $30 cash.:lol:

[ecsw]

Got denied at BBV for SCC, said there was an email saying not to take it because of GS's sale.Oh well, going to try a few more or just pawn it for at least $30 cash.:lol:
lol. Rfder at full force. Glad I did it this morning.:)

[dtp11]

My earlier comment about greed wasn't directed at people who abuse EB, it was aimed at those that are no longer interested in sharing with the community but would rather have a private club that's main purpose is excluding non-pros. Where do you think you guys learned the ropes? True RFD spirit.:rolleyes::arrowd::arrowd::arrowd: What HDKronos said. Also, some of us learned the ropes on our own, without RFD.

I think you're mistaking the motivation behind the idea. The purpose isn't to hoard good deals and exclude newcomers, it's to keep deals alive longer and protect member security by not broadcasting in a public forum that EB HQ is known to regularly monitor (or indirectly through noobs who might take printouts or walk into the store and start talking about "redflagdeals" or otherwise ruin the promotion for everyone else). It's happened several times before, as well as EB exploiting the people and information available publicly in this thread, banning people and referring directly to this thread and their alias, well intended posts sharing their trades and deals publicly are used to hunt and track them down and trace their trading activity. Ask LIVE DEREK. (Miss your O face brah ;))+1


And I would also like to +1 HDK's post (anybody else think that's a bad acronym because of the HDKen reference?) - learning the ropes is one thing, saying you just pwned EB by trading in [insert turd] x 20 kills the deal for everybody else.Yes, the HDK acronym throws me off every time I see it!


I don't think you need a forum that excludes any RFD members, but I do think there should be a "members only" forum that isn't visible to guests. I think that's pretty reasonable.I disagree, but I think RFD itself should be members only. But I also think there's a need for a private thread within a members only forum on tivs.ca as well.


the whole inside vanilla thing, lets pretend we all know something and make lame jokes about it has really gotten old you can trade games at *** towards a *********** that you can then use at other places, its not exactly the riddle of the sphinxIt's not a "lame joke", it's "code" so that it doesn't ruin it for everyone (sooner than it has to). It would be nice if no one even mentioned the vanilla ice cream either, since that just makes people even more curious... Starting now. :)

[yoda12320]

splinter cell conviction - $30 @ bbv

if anyone's looking for a qualifer for nhl10 @ fs, bbv's selling l4d2 @ 29.99.

buy scc from eb for $20, trade in to bbv for $30, buy l4d2 for 29.99 + tax.

other fs qualifiers at bbv:

prince of persia 360 - $34.99 + tax
ufc 2010 ps3 - $34.99 + tax

Hehe you mean NHL 11 :P.

[TripleQ]

So neksus, I just want to know when someone is tring to submit a tivs for a game, do u guys just approve it like that or u would confirm it with someone else??? I guess it's hard to prevent spammers.

I generally approved them if they seem reasonable, I don't wait to verify them. We've only had a couple of cases of obvious cases of abuse and while some false updates have slipped by, they're usually caught pretty quickly.



Got denied at BBV for SCC, said there was an email saying not to take it because of GS's sale.Oh well, going to try a few more or just pawn it for at least $30 cash.:lol:

Be careful then, I have nearly gotten banned from BBV for trying to trade in some $30 games a couple of months ago once they've been told not to take it. Only got out of it because it was still on their friggin' website. But they are keeping a pretty close eye on these sorts of things now.

[grappos13]

^ i got banned from two BBVs in one town back in like january when FS had Avatar game for 19.99 and BBV was giving $42 dollars for it... went to a town i never traded in before, set up an account and traded one for each system... then i went to the other BBV in town, and went to trade there.. but since my account wasnt set up totally yet (the regular account, not trading), he called up the other store and he asked what i did there and traded in... then he said i cant trade in the same titles in the same week... went back to that BBV like 2 months later and it said i was banned lol

edit: i find the vanilla thing pointless imo... i have not got one from BBV and dont plan to... i can always turn that BBV credit into something much better at EB and sell it off... example... that $50 of BBV credit can be used to get on average 4 qualifiers roughly (now that the 2.50 sale is done.. lets say 3 x 9.99 and 1 x 14.99)... use that for a trade 2 + 14.99 at EB for DR2..so the $50 BBV works out to be $100+tax at EB (after GG)... sell ps3 or 360 slim for around $280-290 brand new... so that $50 BBV turns into about $95 in cash with just grabbing 4 qualifiers at one store and then meeting up to sell the system.... better to get $95 in cash instead of $50 - transaction fee of vanilla!

[Xephy]

^ i got banned from two BBVs in one town back in like january when FS had Avatar game for 19.99 and BBV was giving $42 dollars for it... went to a town i never traded in before, set up an account and traded one for each system... then i went to the other BBV in town, and went to trade there.. but since my account wasnt set up totally yet (the regular account, not trading), he called up the other store and he asked what i did there and traded in... then he said i cant trade in the same titles in the same week... went back to that BBV like 2 months later and it said i was banned lol

edit: i find the vanilla thing pointless imo... i have not got one from BBV and dont plan to... i can always turn that BBV credit into something much better at EB and sell it off... example... that $50 of BBV credit can be used to get on average 4 qualifiers roughly (now that the 2.50 sale is done.. lets say 3 x 9.99 and 1 x 14.99)... use that for a trade 2 + 14.99 at EB for DR2..so the $50 BBV works out to be $100+tax at EB (after GG)... sell ps3 or 360 slim for around $280-290 brand new... so that $50 BBV turns into about $95 in cash with just grabbing 4 qualifiers at one store and then meeting up to sell the system.... better to get $95 in cash instead of $50 - transaction fee of vanilla!

LOL! Sweet trading. I guess when they called each other to ask what you were up to, they asked what game you traded in. xD I totally agree about the spending my BBV cred. I always find something I want or could trade there. Especially with the firesales in july/august. It was hard not to walk out with a stack of 2.50 stuff. xD

[yoda12320]

^ i got banned from two BBVs in one town back in like january when FS had Avatar game for 19.99 and BBV was giving $42 dollars for it... went to a town i never traded in before, set up an account and traded one for each system... then i went to the other BBV in town, and went to trade there.. but since my account wasnt set up totally yet (the regular account, not trading), he called up the other store and he asked what i did there and traded in... then he said i cant trade in the same titles in the same week... went back to that BBV like 2 months later and it said i was banned lol

edit: i find the vanilla thing pointless imo... i have not got one from BBV and dont plan to... i can always turn that BBV credit into something much better at EB and sell it off... example... that $50 of BBV credit can be used to get on average 4 qualifiers roughly (now that the 2.50 sale is done.. lets say 3 x 9.99 and 1 x 14.99)... use that for a trade 2 + 14.99 at EB for DR2..so the $50 BBV works out to be $100+tax at EB (after GG)... sell ps3 or 360 slim for around $280-290 brand new... so that $50 BBV turns into about $95 in cash with just grabbing 4 qualifiers at one store and then meeting up to sell the system.... better to get $95 in cash instead of $50 - transaction fee of vanilla!

Yep but thats alot of legwork for not alot of leg work you can get vanilla so beggers can't be choosers lol. BTW the new 360 Slim Arcades only have 3.2 GB of the 4 GB, 0.8 lost to format :*(.

[Xephy]

Yep but thats alot of legwork for not alot of leg work you can get vanilla so beggers can't be choosers lol. BTW the new 360 Slim Arcades only have 3.2 GB of the 4 GB, 0.8 lost to format :*(.

Boo to the HDD space. But Hows the finish? =D

[TripleQ]

tivs.ca suggest update confirmation screen looks good, should cut down on a lot of confusion.

[neksus]

I generally approved them if they seem reasonable, I don't wait to verify them. We've only had a couple of cases of obvious cases of abuse and while some false updates have slipped by, they're usually caught pretty quickly.

Yeah, Vinman is pretty good at pointing out the ones that slip by :razz:

[neksus]

tivs.ca suggest update confirmation screen looks good, should cut down on a lot of confusion.

Yeah, now to make the "how to submit values" post/page/faq entry and about 3-4 emails a day should stop hitting my inbox :razz:
I guess when I got that many emails about why their values weren't showing instantly I probably should have investigated the confirmation screen earlier. Oh well.

[SPARKYx-]

How is it annoying when you have recently just joined?

Last time I checked you didn't have to be a member to view this thread.

[Vinman]

BBV
SSC $30
Resistance2 $10
Tekken 6 $10

1 vanilla ice cream. :)

You guys are seriously going to bankrupt BBV a few weeks early. :lol:

[danzerino]

EB games:

MLB power pros 2008- 8.25
Bioschock 2 360- 13.50

[dchabby]

Unfortunately RFD has become somewhat of a victim of its own success.

[HeavyDutyKronos]

Unfortunately RFD has become somewhat of a victim of its own success.

Sorry was that RFD or EB's promos?

[ecsw]

You guys are seriously going to bankrupt BBV a few weeks early. :lol:

:lol: lol, just getting my tanked value back, that's all. :lol: first time I tried out the vanilla ice cream, it's not bad at all, except the extra $4.95 charge. :cry:

[ecsw]

thats getting really annoying. + didn't someone already expose what it meant?

So how's that annoy you since u don't post much? :lol: 5 post count? Wow.... U must read a lot here to understand what that means.... We should start a read count as well as contribution count.

[ecsw]

Hey guys, just wanted to thank all the extra people that have clicked the ads in the past few days. Went from mid-to-high single digits about 4x that. The better the site does the better it will eventually do because I'll have time to not spend working on other paid work!
And I would also like to +1 HDK's post (anybody else think that's a bad acronym because of the HDKen reference?) - learning the ropes is one thing, saying you just pwned EB by trading in [insert turd] x 20 kills the deal for everybody else.

:razz: that's about how much more click I did compare to when it just released. :razz:
I got a used iPod just for tiv. I will keep up the clicking for sure. :) oops, there goes another click. :lol: wait, make that 2. ;)

[neksus]

:razz: that's about how much more click I did compare to when it just released. :razz:
I got a used iPod just for tiv. I will keep up the clicking for sure. :) oops, there goes another click. :lol: wait, make that 2. ;)

Clicking in the app is pretty much useless. The clicks I've seen from admob's ads in that app have maxed out at $0.02 a click, with the majority being $0.01. Probably going to just switch them to adsense like the ones on the site, at least until Apple gets it's **** together and releases iAds in Canada (or anywhere, for that matter - they didn't really let anybody know it would be in America only on launch)

[ecsw]

Clicking in the app is pretty much useless. The clicks I've seen from admob's ads in that app have maxed out at $0.02 a click, with the majority being $0.01. Probably going to just switch them to adsense like the ones on the site, at least until Apple gets it's **** together and releases iAds in Canada (or anywhere, for that matter - they didn't really let anybody know it would be in America only on launch)

I m confused... Should I click more or shouldn't I? :confused:

[neksus]

I m confused... Should I click more or shouldn't I? :confused:

Website ads >>>>> app adds :)

[ecsw]

Website ads >>>>> app adds :)

Got it. :)

Btw, tivs is missing 2 games I saw today, both DS.
Peggle
WWF smack down 2010
Probably not much anyway.

[HeavyDutyKronos]

Did I say anything offened u before? What's with the attitude?:-0

http://www.forumspile.com/Misc-Do_not_feed_the_trolls_%282%29.jpg

[ecsw]

http://www.forumspile.com/Misc-Do_not_feed_the_trolls_%282%29.jpg

Wow. Will remebmber that.

Btw, LOndon drugs got lots of music/band games on sale. Not as attractive as all others but good for ppl who try to find some. Something like DJ hero for $50. Rock band (not 2) for $40.

[NonStopInTheMix]

http://www.forumspile.com/Misc-Do_not_feed_the_trolls_%282%29.jpg

its all about the RFD street cred... yo'.

If you dont got it, dont mess with the players on here :lol:

At least, thats how i see it...

[dtp11]

EB games:

MLB power pros 2008- 8.25
Bioschock 2 360- 13.50Even though I'm assuming this was today; as a reminder - don't forget to put the date!

Thanks :)

[NonStopInTheMix]

Even though I'm assuming this was today; as a reminder - don't forget to put the date!

Thanks :)

Dont worry, it was today ;)

[ecsw]

I forgot to mention, BFBC2 on PS3 is $25 in EB. Xbox is reported as $30? It the xbox value reliable on this?

[shadowslaya]

did some trades today at EB

RDR and Transformers...well that's still $40 cause of the MW list

All Qualified
Pokemon Pearl (DS)
Street Fighter IV (PS3)
*Lunar Knights (DS)
The World Ends With You (DS)

*ok one thing to note..lunar knights has a tiv of $7 but because pokemon pearl was like $12.xx the csr let me use it for a t3...i didnt complain I just went with it

dunno if someone posted this..I think its in the states but ya check this out: http://www.1up.com/news/buy-expanding-game-trade-in-business

[BUFFAR]

PS3
Heavenyl Sword - $7.50
Heavy Rain - $34.50
Tekken 6 - $7.00
MUA2 - $7.50

360
Viva Pinata - $2.25
Banjo Kazzo - $4.50

Wii
Cooking Mama World - $6.50
Little King Story - $7.00

[belowzeros]

thats getting really annoying. + didn't someone already expose what it meant?


How is it annoying when you have recently just joined?


wonder what he did in post #6 to get perma banned. he was just a troll in every post. sa·yo·na·ra gg.

[NonStopInTheMix]

I forgot to mention, BFBC2 on PS3 is $25 in EB. Xbox is reported as $30? It the xbox value reliable on this?

its on the most wanted flyer leaflet handout at 30 on xbox

[torontoseneca]

Qualified at EB today

Disgaea DS
Wacky Race Wii

[Luskan]

Quick question: what's the last date to change a EB T3 pre-order to another game? I have a T3 for NHL 11 but might want to switch it to MOH if the FS/BB T2 list doesn't change on Tues.

[ecsw]

PS3
MUA2 - $7.50


That's fast. O_o

[ecsw]

its on the most wanted flyer leaflet handout at 30 on xbox

But a lot of time MW list gives out same price for both consoles, isn't it? Oh well.

Any chance u can check DS WWE smack down 2010? 2008 is like $6.5, wondering if 2010 would be any better?

[Smooth~]

But a lot of time MW list gives out same price for both consoles, isn't it? Oh well.

Any chance u can check DS WWE smack down 2010? 2008 is like $6.5, wondering if 2010 would be any better?

2010 is not a qualifier

[ecsw]

2010 is not a qualifier

Thanks :)

[TripleQ]

PS3

MUA2 - $7.50



Upcoming deal of the week or did I miss it on sale somewhere?

[shani_d_best]

PS3
MUA2 - $7.50


It sure is surprising seeing big drop in 2-3 days.:-0
Has to be upcoming deal on this...:?:

[ecsw]

Did that LOSER get out out of the couch yet?

[Fox]

Thought I put it in the FAQ, turns out it was just an old News post. I'll make a more detailed explanation and put it somewhere visible.


Also thought I enabled this long ago, turns out it was still in a testing loop and only showed for me. Thanks for bringing this up!

No problem. Thanks for maintaining/improving the site!

[Captain Snazzypants]

You'll be surprised how many times GS CSRs told me the total tivs and asked what I wanted to spend it on, while I knew there were x amount of qualifiers in there. But some(rare) are really nice and honest.

I've gone into some stores and led off with a comment that I wanted to go for a certain promo, only to be given the face value total of the TIVs and not their max value. Dude was tha AM at that store and I was very unimpressed. Does everyone know if that is actually part of their training?

[Xephy]

I've gone into some stores and led off with a comment that I wanted to go for a certain promo, only to be given the face value total of the TIVs and not their max value. Dude was tha AM at that store and I was very unimpressed. Does everyone know if that is actually part of their training?

I really do wonder if that is apart of their training too. I see it happening so often, but can they all really be that evil. o_O

[Xeerochild]

PS3
MUA2 - $7.50

:(

It should rebound though, I mean, if Killzone 2 and Resistance 2 can come back from the grave...

[Vinman]

MUA2 - $7.50

Wow, this is very surprising - anyone have an update on the TIV of the 360 version? I used it on a trade a while ago, but as usual the TIVs were manually adjusted to $25.

[PS3_Devil]

Btw guys this may be a bit off topic but I think we have an official turd burgler video for all the hoarders now:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a64JEtZMVUc&feature=player_embedded

[Vinman]

Btw guys this may be a bit off topic....

I often wonder at the warped thought processes necessary to post something like this in a game deals thread. :?:

[HeavyDutyKronos]

I often wonder at the warped thought processes necessary to post something like this in a game deals thread. :?:

Personally I blame the parents.

[NonStopInTheMix]

MUA2 died a day or two after the 6000 increase kids.

But it resulted in MUA1 ps3 going back up.

[cashinstinct]

Considering there are many $10 TIV games at BBV in the past days, I am surprised that not many BBV tivs are updated on tivs.ca or here.

Personally, all my games I would want to trade and still didn't are $1 value because they are $2.50 games from BBV (did quite a cleaning recently, to have time to play NHL 11 :lol: ). I got some games left, but they are Mario games that I would never trade to BBV.

I am sure many of you have turds that you would want to unload to BBV for some vanilla.

[Vinman]

But it resulted in MUA1 ps3 going back up.

Anyone know what MUA1 PSP is worth? I saw it on the Most Wanted List, although the PSP list looks to be populated with low-TIV games like GoW, Dissidia, etc.

[IBYVNTH]

Anyone know what MUA1 PSP is worth? I saw it on the Most Wanted List, although the PSP list looks to be populated with low-TIV games like GoW, Dissidia, etc.

I traded it in a few days ago but forgot to update the site, it went for $7

[Nathematics]

Anyone know what MUA1 PSP is worth? I saw it on the Most Wanted List, although the PSP list looks to be populated with low-TIV games like GoW, Dissidia, etc.


I called an EB about 3 or 4 days ago asking about MUA2 for the PSP... at first the CSR said 7.xx, but then quickly corrected himself and said "oh wait, you said MUA2 right?" And told me it was 11.xx. So I can't tell you 100% but I'm guessing from that exchange that MUA1 for the PSP is only 7.xx. Hope that helps,

edit: nevermind, IBYVNTH beat me to it!

[punishment]

:(

It should rebound though, I mean, if Killzone 2 and Resistance 2 can come back from the grave...

yea, that one hurt. I just managed to find it for cheap and traded in MK v.s. DC with my t3 instead because I thought it'd last longer. Dammit.

[Cadiz]

just did a T2 + 14.99 for Fallout New Vegas

traded in Halo ODST (360) and Street Fighter 4 (360) for the $25 bump. not sure on the exact values but i think ODST was around 10.25 and SF4 was 9.25

[whoiam]

just did a T2 + 14.99 for Fallout New Vegas

traded in Halo ODST (360) and Street Fighter 4 (360) for the $25 bump. not sure on the exact values but i think ODST was around 10.25 and SF4 was 9.25

Lucky you are. I ask for the T2 for Fallout and they say no .Only T3 for now. F you my man . Lucky you are lol

[aztecking]

Yea its all YMMV on trades, i did T2 for LBP CE and Fallout NV CE but they CSR wouldnt let me do T2 or trade 3 for NBA 2K11. Guess since it wasnt a CE it was a no go...?:lol:

[dbdudley]

It was "turd" cleanout day here...

All EB Games, Sept. 5' 10.

360:

- Tiger Woods '09 - $3
- WWE Smackdown vs. RAW '09 - $5.25
- Ninja Gaiden II - $6
- Kameo - $2
- Guitar Hero World Tour - $6.50
- Madden 10 - $5.25
- MK vs. DCU - $9.25
- NHL 10 - $2
- Samurai Warriors 2 - $4.25
- Guitar Hero II - $3.75
- Guitar Hero III - $1.50

WII

- Trauma Centre New Blood - $7
- Wario Land Shake It and Warioware Smooth Moves qualified, but am unsure of trade values as I used them for T3 (I believe Shake It was $9.25, but not positive)

DS:
- Top Spin 3 - $2.25
- GTA: Chinatown Wars - $5.50
- Assassin's Creed: Altair's Chronicles - $4.25

[smuPoker]

Don't have exact TIVs but all the following (still) qualified today at EB:

PS3:
LittleBigPlanet: GOTY
Killzone 2
Chronicles of Riddick: AODA

360:
Beatles RB
Street Fighter 4 (which happened to scan for 9.99 used at BBV, YMMV?)
Wheelman

[neksus]

Why the cake and gameflip > tivs.ca is a lie
picture! (http://img710.imageshack.us/img710/70/gameflip.png)

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[HeavyDutyKronos]

Why the cake and gameflip > tivs.ca is a lie
picture! (http://img710.imageshack.us/img710/70/gameflip.png)

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Uh ya n, I don't think anyone takes that guy seriously lol. I wouldn't give it another thought. TIVS.CA FTW

[cashinstinct]

Keep up your great work neksus.

---
I sent you 1-2 months ago many questions and answers for the FAQ (ideas at least), would you want me to find back those and send them back all together to you?

I read you plan to rework on the FAQ, could be an occasion to give more answers on trading (not only on tivs.ca ).

[alv76]

went to eb games today sept. 5...saw a guy trading 2 360 games

call of duty: world at war- $9.00
street fighter 4- $9.25

i offered him $25.00 cash and he accepted and then turned around traded it for
halo reach +$10.00
:lol::razz::)

[TripleQ]

Why the cake and gameflip > tivs.ca is a lie
picture! (http://img710.imageshack.us/img710/70/gameflip.png)

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I don't think you need to justify anything

[trackercowe]

yea, that one hurt. I just managed to find it for cheap and traded in MK v.s. DC with my t3 instead because I thought it'd last longer. Dammit.

Since you're in Edmonton, I wold trade you a qualifier for MUA2 since I have been looking to pick it up, just not for $20.

PM if you're interested.

Oh, and Legendary (PS3) is hanging by a thread at $8 as of yesterday.

[Colossusico]

Power traded (1.5x) towards FIFA 11

Final Fantasy XIII (PS3) $30 --> $45

I am not quite sure about the next 2 cuz he didn't tell me how much it was, and its not very clear on the reciept

Demons Souls (PS3) $22? --> $33.50
FIFA World Cup (PS3) $22? --> 33.75

also, they didn't accept my ps3 official headset, with box, dock etc... b/c they dont take anymore because its unsanitary they said?

[whoiam]

Power traded (1.5x) towards FIFA 11

Final Fantasy XIII (PS3) $30 --> $45

I am not quite sure about the next 2 cuz he didn't tell me how much it was, and its not very clear on the reciept

Demons Souls (PS3) $22? --> $33.50
FIFA World Cup (PS3) $22? --> 33.75

also, they didn't accept my ps3 official headset, with box, dock etc... b/c they dont take anymore because its unsanitary they said?


Thats BS for an explanation. Like we dont take CD's cause people are toutching them so it's unsanitary too?

[grappos13]

Since you're in Edmonton, I wold trade you a qualifier for MUA2 since I have been looking to pick it up, just not for $20.
PM if you're interested.

Oh, and Legendary (PS3) is hanging by a thread at $8 as of yesterday.

but a qualifier is worth $25+tax ! :)

[Xodus22]

[/B]


Thats BS for an explanation. Like we dont take CD's cause people are toutching them so it's unsanitary too?

Actually I've heard of this argument, and not just from EB. When I bought some in-ear earphones for my iphone, they told me that the sale was final once I wore it, because it's unsanitary to accept a return afterwards. Luckily I didn't need to return them, but the reasoning was new to me at the time. I'm not sure how much legal weight it carries, but it seems like an multiple organizations are not accepting trade-ins/returns of items which go in or on your ear.

[Halfwasted]

Some Values from Sep 3:

EB:
God of War 3 $32.50

Futureshop:
Dead to Right: Retribution $25
God of War 3 $30

[Longobongo]

just to comment about the delay in gameflip.ca updates, it was due to a code change responsible for updating the database so updates couldn't occur for a few days. Its fine now but still undergoing changes.

for some reason Heavy doesn't sound to like me for whatever reason :-0

[Smooth~]

[/B]


Thats BS for an explanation. Like we dont take CD's cause people are toutching them so it's unsanitary too?

Nope its true. They will not accept used headsets and i believe its better that way. You honestly would like to purchase a used sweaty/ear fungus headset? of course its unsanitary. Its disgusting, and the fact that EB does not clean any of the refurbs

[trackercowe]

but a qualifier is worth $25+tax ! :)

In theory yes..... Jerk

Qualifiers are a dime a dozen really, plus I have too many damn pre-orders to anyway. Finding new games to trade for is becoming a pain in the ass. Since my requirements are either $69.99 games, collector's editions, or at worst I must get $23.33 out of every game. So the last few times I have gone to EB I just end up pre-ordering Fallout: New Vegas CE. No idea why, but I am getting max value ($25 each), the bonus stuff is pretty sweet, and at worst it's a gaming guarantee. But, I usually prefer to spread out my orders, but with so many EB's cracking down on trade two's, and the countless $64.99 games out there, it's making it tough to get max value out of trades.

[belowzeros]

you can mail me your qualifiers :) kind of a PIA to run them down in toronto for obvious reasons. lucky u :)

[aztecking]

EB Games Sept 5th

Dual shock 3 Controller Black (if colour even matters) 18.75$

[grappos13]

In theory yes..... Jerk

Qualifiers are a dime a dozen really, plus I have too many damn pre-orders to anyway. Finding new games to trade for is becoming a pain in the ass. Since my requirements are either $69.99 games, collector's editions, or at worst I must get $23.33 out of every game. So the last few times I have gone to EB I just end up pre-ordering Fallout: New Vegas CE. No idea why, but I am getting max value ($25 each), the bonus stuff is pretty sweet, and at worst it's a gaming guarantee. But, I usually prefer to spread out my orders, but with so many EB's cracking down on trade two's, and the countless $64.99 games out there, it's making it tough to get max value out of trades.

ya true... man i got like nothing on pre-order lol... gotta get some pre-orders down for games that i wana have for collection...

[trackercowe]

you can mail me your qualifiers :) kind of a PIA to run them down in toronto for obvious reasons. lucky u :)

Nah, I think I am good. I do have a PS3/Move bundle to pay off, but that EB is 30 minutes away!

Just never got my hands on Ultimate Alliance at Rogers for $8.33. It's worth a Beatles Rock Band, or Power Pro's (even though Power Pro's has astonishing value).

[neksus]

just to comment about the delay in gameflip.ca updates, it was due to a code change responsible for updating the database so updates couldn't occur for a few days. Its fine now but still undergoing changes.

for some reason Heavy doesn't sound to like me for whatever reason :-0

Before this last round of updates you were in the mid double digits =P

[Vinman]

So who has been brave/stupid enough to trade in NFS: Shift at EB today?

I'm actually keeping my copy, as it's a lot of fun, but I am curious to see if EB dropped TIVs to $7 like they did with SC:C.

[TripleQ]

I got a paper copy of the Rogers e-plus flyer today. Nothing about game trade ins. Only thing game related is the max $39.99 for used games.. of course my store mostly had games stickered > 39.99. Didn't try to scan anything though.

[HeavyDutyKronos]

for some reason Heavy doesn't sound to like me for whatever reason :-0

Nothing personal Longo, I just don't think your site brings anything new to the community that tivs.ca didn't do first or better. I wish you and others would put their talents and energy into helping enrich tivs.ca by submitting values and supporting it rather then set up a competing site. Plus don't make a tag saying something you made is better than something someone else made and not expect to be called out on it if it's not.

[TripleQ]

This update is dedicated to cashinstinct

BBV
360 Tekken 6 $10
360 Lego Rock Band $10
360 Fight Night Round 4 $10

PS3 Haze $1
360 Simpsons $1
360 GH World Tour $1

[La Fleur]

Anyone check Metroid Other M's trade value at BBV to see if they are honouring the 75% buyback on it?

[Xephy]

Anyone check Metroid Other M's trade value at BBV to see if they are honouring the 75% buyback on it?

They should be. I went to a BBV last night with Mafia and the promo was still in effect.

[La Fleur]

They should be. I went to a BBV last night with Mafia and the promo was still in effect.

Mafia I know for sure, but BBV has a habit of lowballing Wii games, so that's why I asked.

[4evil]

Mafia I know for sure, but BBV has a habit of lowballing Wii games, so that's why I asked.

Its metroid tho
I'll be surprised if they lowball that :-0

[MikeyPyro]

Anyone know if there are any trade-in offers for the PS Move bundle? I'd love to get it but not at 99.99 and I have some stuff I don't need.

Is there anywhere in general to see trade in offers? I checked gamestop.ca but they only mention a few, not sure if that's all of them...

[trackercowe]

Anyone know if there are any trade-in offers for the PS Move bundle? I'd love to get it but not at 99.99 and I have some stuff I don't need.

Is there anywhere in general to see trade in offers? I checked gamestop.ca but they only mention a few, not sure if that's all of them...

There should be a trade four deal for the Move Bundle. Not sure why it's not on the site, but most people have been able to make the trade (me included). I am sure most EB's will allow the trade.

[MikeyPyro]

There should be a trade four deal for the Move Bundle. Not sure why it's not on the site, but most people have been able to make the trade (me included). I am sure most EB's will allow the trade.

I assume this is trade 4 games of 8 or higher value and get the bundle for free? Also do PSP games work for these things? Or is it only wii,ps3,360...always wondered that.

[trackercowe]

I assume this is trade 4 games of 8 or higher value and get the bundle for free? Also do PSP games work for these things? Or is it only wii,ps3,360...always wondered that.

As long as they are 8 or higher PSP games should work as well.

[MikeyPyro]

Damn because I have 2 psp games that show above 8 value that I beat centuries ago and haven't touched since, that would be great to use them as part as that deal. Hopefully the EB here does that trade in offer.

Thanks for the info.

[TripleQ]

Anyone know if there are any trade-in offers for the PS Move bundle? I'd love to get it but not at 99.99 and I have some stuff I don't need.

Is there anywhere in general to see trade in offers? I checked gamestop.ca but they only mention a few, not sure if that's all of them...

http://forums.redflagdeals.com/eb-gamestop-september-promos-power-trades-gaming-guarantees-more-932576/

Most stores should have three big blue signs up with the PS3 move trade in offers on them.

[MikeyPyro]

http://forums.redflagdeals.com/eb-gamestop-september-promos-power-trades-gaming-guarantees-more-932576/

Most stores should have three big blue signs up with the PS3 move trade in offers on them.

Ahhh thanks. I plan to hit up the EB in centrepoint mall if anyone has been there. But thanks for the link.

[Fox]

Anyone know if there are any trade-in offers for the PS Move bundle? I'd love to get it but not at 99.99 and I have some stuff I don't need.

Is there anywhere in general to see trade in offers? I checked gamestop.ca but they only mention a few, not sure if that's all of them...

Trade 4 = get the move bundle. The have signs up for it at most EB Games, and I did it last week.

[MikeyPyro]

FFFFFFFFFUUUUUUUUU I got all excited to do this trade in you guys are mentioning then I remembered they are closed tomorrow right? Guess I gotta wait till Tuesday when I'll be going to pick up NHL 11 anyway.

[KrazyGuy]

Sept 5/01
GS Qualifies
Disgaea 3 (PS3 )
Riddick(PS3)
Brave (Wii)

[murdazz]

Sept 5th

FS
RDR ps3 - 40

EB
Biggest loser DS - 10.25
Brave - 9.50

[cashinstinct]

This update is dedicated to cashinstinct

Thanks a lot! ;)

[itrocks4u]

Hey,

Just wondering, BlockBuster have these two medal of honor titles for preorder:

Title: Medal Of Honor Assault 2010 Release Date: 10/12/2010 (Says Xbox 360 only)

Title: Medal Of Honor Airbourne 2 Release Date: 10/12/2010 (Says PS3 only)

Are these supposed to be the same titles? or is there actually Airbourne 2 coming as well?

Link: http://www.blockbuster.ca/games/preorder.aspx

p.s. not sure where else to post this...

[yoda12320]

Hey,

Just wondering, BlockBuster have these two medal of honor titles for preorder:

Title: Medal Of Honor Assault 2010 Release Date: 10/12/2010 (Says Xbox 360 only)

Title: Medal Of Honor Airbourne 2 Release Date: 10/12/2010 (Says PS3 only)

Are these supposed to be the same titles? or is there actually Airbourne 2 coming as well?

Link: http://www.blockbuster.ca/games/preorder.aspx

p.s. not sure where else to post this...

Just a BBV F' Up one for 360 and one for PS3 MoH.

[yoda12320]

http://www.bestbuy.ca/en-CA/product/microsoft-xbox-360-250gb-hard-drive-hpf-00002-hpf-00002/10142523.aspx?path=71f5df77391a74974279f5877139e8e 7en02

http://www.futureshop.ca/en-CA/product/microsoft-xbox-360-250gb-hard-drive-hpf-00002-hpf-00002/10142523.aspx?path=ccd425979cbaf317dc54b9335027b68 een02

Ouchies on 360 Slim Arcade 250 GB Upgrade Costs. lol Good Old Microsoft $$ :P.

Actually not bad at BB right now with PO 122.39+tax=138.30 :)

[ecsw]

Just a note that RP has skate3 for $25.
Using it to PT F1 tomorrow. :)

[yoda12320]

Just a note that RP has skate3 for $25.
Using it to PT F1 tomorrow. :)

Nice ymmv though b/c my RP has BFBC 2 360 still priced at 49.99 lol.

[itrocks4u]

Just a BBV F' Up one for 360 and one for PS3 MoH.

Thanks.

Have anyone preordered fom BBV before? Do you get them on time or are the delayed or short on stock?

[yoda12320]

Thanks.

Have anyone preordered fom BBV before? Do you get them on time or are the delayed or short on stock?

Usually they're good about getting things on time b/c they get like 10 PO's at most lol. But ya good for getting on time, hopping they do another Upgrade to LE for AC Brotherhood :P.

[the_fm]

http://www.bestbuy.ca/en-CA/product/microsoft-xbox-360-250gb-hard-drive-hpf-00002-hpf-00002/10142523.aspx?path=71f5df77391a74974279f5877139e8e 7en02

http://www.futureshop.ca/en-CA/product/microsoft-xbox-360-250gb-hard-drive-hpf-00002-hpf-00002/10142523.aspx?path=ccd425979cbaf317dc54b9335027b68 een02

Ouchies on 360 Slim Arcade 250 GB Upgrade Costs. lol Good Old Microsoft $$ :P.

Actually not bad at BB right now with PO 122.39+tax=138.30 :)

indeed. if you look at it, you are paying an extra $70 for the glossy finish and a 4gb memory card :facepalm:

[yoda12320]

indeed. if you look at it, you are paying an extra $70 for the glossy finish and a 4gb memory card :facepalm:

Hehe yep I bought one for my collection is it all good :P.

[ecsw]

Nice ymmv though b/c my RP has BFBC 2 360 still priced at 49.99 lol.
I thnk BFBC2 is also like $39 here, but skate 3 is a nice surprise. It's on EB MW list, isn't it?

It's strange MAU on tiv is a qualifier but MAU2 is not?

[yoda12320]

I thnk BFBC2 is also like $39 here, but skate 3 is a nice surprise. It's on EB MW list, isn't it?

It's strange MAU on tiv is a qualifier but MAU2 is not?

Not on MW list for Skate 3 and MAU2 isn't probably b/c they have a **** load of copies and hardly any of MAU.

[TripleQ]

I thnk BFBC2 is also like $39 here, but skate 3 is a nice surprise. It's on EB MW list, isn't it?

It's strange MAU on tiv is a qualifier but MAU2 is not?

Skate 3 was last month. Already dropped to $30 I think. You're (slightly) better off buying Singularity for $29.99 and PT it for $52.50

[the_fm]

I thnk BFBC2 is also like $39 here, but skate 3 is a nice surprise. It's on EB MW list, isn't it?

It's strange MAU on tiv is a qualifier but MAU2 is not?

MUA is a qualifier? on the 360 and PS3? time to trade my gold version in

[ecsw]

Skate 3 was last month. Already dropped to $30 I think. You're (slightly) better off buying Singularity for $29.99 and PT it for $52.50

Arhhhh, crap. Guess I will take it to FS and transfer it to FS credit. I was just trying to use off my star reward anyway.

[GVRtrader]

MUA is a qualifier? on the 360 and PS3? time to trade my gold version in

Happens a lot with RFD effect so games that aren't effected by RFD effect generally holds its value much better than those effected (i.e. anything mentioned a ton on this thread likely will see its value drop often).

[GVRtrader]

Hey,

Just wondering, BlockBuster have these two medal of honor titles for preorder:

Title: Medal Of Honor Assault 2010 Release Date: 10/12/2010 (Says Xbox 360 only)

Title: Medal Of Honor Airbourne 2 Release Date: 10/12/2010 (Says PS3 only)

Are these supposed to be the same titles? or is there actually Airbourne 2 coming as well?

Link: http://www.blockbuster.ca/games/preorder.aspx

p.s. not sure where else to post this...

Same game, different console. They make errors like this all the time. As for where to post... my guess is the ideal place would be the Video game forum instead of TIV thread.

[GVRtrader]

Arhhhh, crap. Guess I will take it to FS and transfer it to FS credit. I was just trying to use off my star reward anyway.

You can exchange it @ RP to do the PT (assuming they have Singularity as well in the same store). Note the exchange must be done in the same story unless you get a nice rep willing to remote to that system.

[ecsw]

You can exchange it @ RP to do the PT (assuming they have Singularity as well in the same store). Note the exchange must be done in the same story unless you get a nice rep willing to remote to that system.
No worry. Just need to use my star reward $20 to transfer. Most likely FS for $30 which is a good transfer for me anyway. :)

[Vinman]

MUA is a qualifier? on the 360 and PS3? time to trade my gold version in

Only on PS3 I'd imagine, but you'd have better luck selling the XB360 Gold edition on eBay, as that's the only way to get the DLC now.

[greenbelt0102]

Only on PS3 I'd imagine, but you'd have better luck selling the XB360 Gold edition on eBay, as that's the only way to get the DLC now.

MUA PS3 still under $8 as of yesterday.

[Vinman]

So that means no MUA qualifies - even the MUA PSP on the "Most Wanted" list is $7.xx, and the XB360 is like 10-cents or something. Maybe the Wii, as it qualified not long ago?

[HeavyDutyKronos]

So that means no MUA qualifies

Ha! Ultimate alliance indeed! ;)

[JimmyLeggs]

I've got:

Madden 2011 (360)
Splinter Cell Conviction (360)
Socom Confrontation
Resistance 2

to trade in. I either want to get Star Wars TFU II and MOH or get a Playstation Move. What is the best way to make the most credit with the above mentioned games if I'm buying 2 games and/or if I'm buying MOH and a Move Bundle.

[adeel]

For those in the know:

Anything good to transfer some EB credit to BB? Looking to move about $30.

Thanks!

[Avenger]

I've got:

Madden 2011 (360)
Splinter Cell Conviction (360)
Socom Confrontation
Resistance 2

to trade in. I either want to get Star Wars TFU II and MOH or get a Playstation Move. What is the best way to make the most credit with the above mentioned games if I'm buying 2 games and/or if I'm buying MOH and a Move Bundle.

The best thing to do is read tivs.ca

[Smooth~]

Sept 6th EB

XBOX Need for Speed Shift $7
PS3 Need for Speed Shift $10
PSP Need for Speed Shift $1

[Airtrack]

Sept 6th EB

XBOX Need for Speed Shift $7
PS3 Need for Speed Shift $10
PSP Need for Speed Shift $1

Nice one! They've learned from tekken =)

[cashinstinct]

Nice one! They've learned from tekken =)

Each time EB learns something, RFD should cry.

How is it nice??? :lol:

[ecsw]

MUA PS3 still under $8 as of yesterday.

That's 2. Unless someone mess up the tivs.ca value, it reads PS3 MUA as qualifier on saturday....
I read it form RSS reader and confirmed in on tivs app.

Doesn't matter to me. I traded both of my MUA2 and never had 1 anyway.

[ecsw]

Each time EB learns something, RFD should cry.

How is it nice??? :lol:

It will only get worse by the end of year when they have the new system in place. :(

[grappos13]

Nice one! They've learned from tekken =)

ya true... but if they were even smarter, they woulda made sure that once they release that a game is gonna be on sale for $10, that the TIV should change right then... because whats stopping ppl that heard about the deal to buy up the new copies when they are the current price (29.99 or whatever it is) and then use them as trade ins.. then buy them at 9.89 and return them at 29.99... i guess nothing except getting flagged :D

and adeel... need for speed shift for xbox MAY be a good transfer of 1 to 1 possibly at FS or BB.. but it hasnt been updated on TIVs.ca, but u might wanna check FS tomorrow

[slyn69]

It will only get worse by the end of year when they have the new system in place. :(

new system means new mistakes and new holes to exploit. also, i expect them to feel bulletproof/safe from the traders once the new system is in place. they will develop a false sense of security and combined with their laziness and ineptitude I expect turd flipping to not only survive, but to thrive and prosper like never before.

[ecsw]

new system means new mistakes and new holes to exploit. also, i expect them to feel bulletproof/safe from the traders once the new system is in place. they will develop a false sense of security and combined with their laziness and ineptitude I expect turd flipping to not only survive, but to thrive and prosper like never before.

I hope so. :lol: very optimistic aren't u? :)

[ELiTE KiLLaH]

I wonder what info they will use to link the stores? Phone numbers or license #? or both lol

[Vinman]

I wonder what info they will use to link the stores? Phone numbers or license #? or both lol

Driver's license definitely, and I saw this happen twice at a local EB - one guy refused and didn't get to do his trades while the other reluctantly agreed.

The only way around this new system seems to be CSR incompetence. Otherwise, EB's gonna get you.

[the_fm]

Driver's license definitely, and I saw this happen twice at a local EB - one guy refused and didn't get to do his trades while the other reluctantly agreed.

The only way around this new system seems to be CSR incompetence. Otherwise, EB's gonna get you.

so people without a driver license are safe? :razz:

[Vinman]

so people without a driver license are safe? :razz:

Nope, I guess you can't trade without an adult.

[Xodus22]

Does anyone know of of a good way currently to convert EB to BB credit? I'd like to take advantage of this BB sale, but I haven't kept up to date with TIVs lately. I remember UFC 2010 used to work well, but it doesn't seem like it does anymore.

[the_fm]

Nope, I guess you can't trade without an adult.

then it doesn't make sense. not everyone has a driver's license

[neksus]

then it doesn't make sense. not everyone has a driver's license

Legally they can't ask you for a driver's license - although they can mandate the validation of a Goverment issued photo ID. PIC number just happens to be easy.

[Setz]

then it doesn't make sense. not everyone has a driver's license

When I lived in Toronto, they took my birth certificate to do trades, and on the off occasion my healthcard. They didn't write down numbers, they just put "BC" or "HC" on the receipt. When I moved to Niagara, everyone only takes AOM, driver's license, or passport. Sounds ghetto, but I get my mom to go in with me and just sign the papers. She's privvy to all my trading escapades.

[Myv]

then it doesn't make sense. not everyone has a driver's license

They just want your ID, last 2 times I went for trade in they asked for ID (months ago), and I just showed them driver's license. They just looked at picture and name, you can probably just show them your health card or student card.

[GVRtrader]

They just want your ID, last 2 times I went for trade in they asked for ID (months ago), and I just showed them driver's license. They just looked at picture and name, you can probably just show them your health card or student card.

You got a rep who wasn't following the rules. They are suppose to write down the DL# on the trade-in slip.

[Xeerochild]

Legally they can't ask you for a driver's license - although they can mandate the validation of a Goverment issued photo ID. PIC number just happens to be easy.

Aren't you obligated not to show them your ID, but they're allowed to ask to see it?


When I lived in Toronto, they took my birth certificate to do trades, and on the off occasion my healthcard. They didn't write down numbers, they just put "BC" or "HC" on the receipt. When I moved to Niagara, everyone only takes AOM, driver's license, or passport. Sounds ghetto, but I get my mom to go in with me and just sign the papers. She's privvy to all my trading escapades.

A friend of mine took a course to do Security work and he told me that Health Cards should not be taken nor should they be asked to seen. It's a privacy issue or something to show your Health Card.

[cmr140]

i give them student id

[adeel]

and adeel... need for speed shift for xbox MAY be a good transfer of 1 to 1 possibly at FS or BB.. but it hasnt been updated on TIVs.ca, but u might wanna check FS tomorrow

Thanks...ill check that out!

[belowzeros]

I'll be really surprised if they computerize DL numbers. Some of you might think there is no difference from writing it down but I'd disagree. Even the fact that they write it down and so loosely protect it could cause them problems.

[Xodus22]

Thanks...ill check that out!

If you find the TIV at BB/FS, could you post it please? I'm interested in EB -> BB credit as well.

[Happy13178]

You got a rep who wasn't following the rules. They are suppose to write down the DL# on the trade-in slip.

On what, the receipt that they give you? Or are they entering it somewhere else and keeping a copy of it?

[adeel]

If you find the TIV at BB/FS, could you post it please? I'm interested in EB -> BB credit as well.

if and when i get around to it ill do so

[the_fm]

They just want your ID, last 2 times I went for trade in they asked for ID (months ago), and I just showed them driver's license. They just looked at picture and name, you can probably just show them your health card or student card.

i know. i've been trading for years. always using my expired student card :lol:
i was just mainly asking about how they are going to implement their new system and how they are going to cross ref between stores because using only a driver's license wouldn't make any sense whatsoever

[Vinman]

i was just mainly asking about how they are going to implement their new system and how they are going to cross ref between stores because using only a driver's license wouldn't make any sense whatsoever

For the record, I've never been asked for any ID at any EB/GS I've traded at, not even once.

But I have felt the winds of change, and I think with the new system, some form of identifiable gov't ID will be required, as per pawn shop rules/regulations. Remember, this is WHY EB instituted the new system, to properly track and deal with roving Turd Barons.

[Vinman]

I just found the pawn shop legislation:

Persons selling goods to the businesses must provide identification including a picture and signature, and for example one or more of the following:
- valid driver’s license issued by a Canadian province or territory or by a state in the United States
- passport issued by the government of origin
- Certificate of Indian Status card issued by the Government of Canada
- Certificate of Canadian Citizenship card issued by the Government of Canada
- Conditional Release card issued by Correctional Services of Canada.

[belowzeros]

Remember, this is WHY EB instituted the new system, to properly track and deal with roving Turd Barons.


deny it all you want, you are one of us now. you can't trade for 600 consoles and not be a turd baron mister :)

[Vinman]

deny it all you want, you are one of us now. you can't trade for 600 consoles and not be a turd baron mister

No way, I am welcomed with open arms at every EB and GS in town. Maybe that's because I don't rip them off (I don't trade in crap like Penguins) and actually *buy* the odd game/peripheral there. :)

[GVRtrader]

On what, the receipt that they give you? Or are they entering it somewhere else and keeping a copy of it?

The one they keep with the games and are suppose to enter into the system but they never do.

[GVRtrader]

No way, I am welcomed with open arms at every EB and GS in town. Maybe that's because I don't rip them off (I don't trade in crap like Penguins) and actually *buy* the odd game/peripheral there. :)

Welcomed with open arms doesn't mean much since im still welcomed in every EB and most rep are actually happy to see me. I don't think ripping them off is as bad as giving them 10+ games at once (i.e. giving them a ton of work to do scanning all those turds). Some people actually do have those crap games and want to get rid of them so they don't see it as strange unless they remember you trading it multiple times.:lol:

Pretty much anyone who bought a game with the intention of just flipping it can be considered a turd baron.:lol:

[GVRtrader]

If you find the TIV at BB/FS, could you post it please? I'm interested in EB -> BB credit as well.

If you find used copies, it might be close to 1:1 but the exchange is so minor that its likely not worth the gas/time. You're looking at 1:1 swap of $7 per transaction and there's no way you get away with more than 2/person/store/shift @ FS/BB (1 max if there's no line-up/not busy). Takes so many copy to even make the trip worthwhile and takes way too much time. That means to transfer $100, you'll need at least 14 transaction and likely at least driving to 7 places.

[baconape]

picked up sc con for 19
t2 plus 15 edge cred with super sf and proto both 360 in newmarket..

all moved and unpacked... isnt moving horrible..
anyone know of any jobs in the area for a class 2 licensed forklift operator?

and grappos where were you.. i was moving my couch with me father in law thinking.. "i thought he said he would help" "too busy at bbv i guess"

[cashinstinct]

Gvrtrader is back!

[HeavyDutyKronos]

Gvrtrader is back!

http://www.mckellen.com/images/0930.jpg

"And I come back to you now - at the turn of the tide."

[GVRtrader]

Gvrtrader is back!

I never really left the forum... just been too busy to post/read all the posts in this thread.:lol: Plus i got a feeling my posts were getting tracked by/followed by some people of power @ EB so i was better off not posting game related stuff for a while.

[cashinstinct]

I never really left the forum... just been too busy to post/read all the posts in this thread.:lol: Plus i got a feeling my posts were getting tracked by/followed by some people of power @ EB so i was better off not posting game related stuff for a while.
Back posting if you prefer. It is tough to quit RFD, so I am not surprised you did not really leave! :lol:

I understand you want to keep low profile by avoiding giving too much details. Many of us try not to give too much detail.

Tivs.ca or PM to people updating tivs.ca is there if you want to provide updates of tivs without giving public lists of what you trade (I am just saying, I don't follow what you do already).

[pete]

not surprising as it's still within 14 days, but:

BBV
Mafia II = $45


on another note, if you have a lot of crap left over from the $2.50 deal at BBV, microplay has a their $40.50 (min three games traded in) for NHL 11, Slapshot or whatever the Wii version is called, and Halo Reach.. I brought in some major crap (Sega Racer or something for xbox etc).. anyway surprised to see some of them had a $9 TIV.. if you get lucky with a few of them, you can easily get it up to $40.50..

the tivs went down significantly from last time I check though as things such as Beijing games are now only $3 rather than $9 (last month)

[sixteen12]

How accurate is TIV.ca? It says I can get $30 for UFC 2010, I got it with my PS3 and don't want it and $30 towards NHL11 sounds good to me.

[dtp11]

Why the cake and gameflip > tivs.ca is a lie
picture! (http://img710.imageshack.us/img710/70/gameflip.png)I'm surprised he doesn't take the values on tivs.ca and input them onto his site...


I never really left the forum... just been too busy to post/read all the posts in this thread.:lol: Plus i got a feeling my posts were getting tracked by/followed by some people of power @ EB so i was better off not posting game related stuff for a while.Congrats on your 4,000th post!

Have you at least been posting your TIVs to tivs.ca? :)

[cashinstinct]

How accurate is TIV.ca? It says I can get $30 for UFC 2010, I got it with my PS3 and don't want it and $30 towards NHL11 sounds good to me.

For the future: for whatever question, specify store and console for the game.

If you have the game already, go to the store (either BB or FS) and ask for TIV (or call, but it's not always easy for BB-FS).

Look at the last update's date to have an idea how accurate it can be... since it's more than 2 weeks ago...

I would be surprised $30 is still accurate, UFC 2010 was mass-traded to switch credit from EB to FS-BB and sales were for $39.99 new recently.

[cashinstinct]

not surprising as it's still within 14 days, but:

BBV
Mafia II = $45

BBV dropped the ball on games that are really bad, dropping TIVS before the 14 days period. Better not wait before last minute if the game is really bad.


on another note, if you have a lot of crap left over from the $2.50 deal at BBV, microplay has a their $40.50 (min three games traded in) for NHL 11, Slapshot or whatever the Wii version is called, and Halo Reach.. I brought in some major crap (Sega Racer or something for xbox etc).. anyway surprised to see some of them had a $9 TIV.. if you get lucky with a few of them, you can easily get it up to $40.50..

the tivs went down significantly from last time I check though as things such as Beijing games are now only $3 rather than $9 (last month)

Thanks for the tip. I might have to go to local Microplay with these $2.50 BBV games I bought and have never got into playing.

I am low on Microplay credit, so I might even do straight trade in, will see...

[ecsw]

Busy day everywhere. :(

FS
xbox skate 3 $35
Xbox NFS shift $8 (can't do credit transfer on this title, whoever asked before)
Xbox fairytale fight $1

BBV
PS3 K&L 2 $30
PS3 BFBC2 $30

[Xeerochild]

Busy day everywhere. :(

FS
xbox skate 3 $35
Xbox NFS shift $8 (can't do credit transfer on this title, whoever asked before)
Xbox fairytale fight $1

BBV
PS3 K&L 2 $30
PS3 BFBC2 $30

Are you certain about this? If so, very interesting.

[belowzeros]

been considering dumping my bfbc2 ps3 because I never opened it...i like that tiv too

[Xeerochild]

Are you certain about this? If so, very interesting.

been considering dumping my bfbc2 ps3 because I never opened it...i like that tiv too

Sorry, ignore my stupidity:

http://www.blockbuster.ca/games/trade_save.aspx

[JnJosh]

I get my mom to go in with me and just sign the papers. She's privvy to all my trading escapades.

hope this is a joke, but looking at the calender April is a ways away

[GVRtrader]

been considering dumping my bfbc2 ps3 because I never opened it...i like that tiv too

Its 30. Just note that i spent all the BBV credit (well almost all) as soon as i got them since compiling BBV credit right now is not a good idea (plus getting more BBV credit is so easy). EB might still be offering 25 for it (so after tax it works out to almost the same). Might be a better alternative than stacking BBV credit.

[Xeerochild]

Its 30. Just note that i spent all the BBV credit (well almost all) as soon as i got them since compiling BBV credit right now is not a good idea (plus getting more BBV credit is so easy). EB might still be offering 25 for it (so after tax it works out to almost the same). Might be a better alternative than stacking BBV credit.

But Vanilla Ice Cream is so awesome.

[GVRtrader]

Busy day everywhere. :(

FS
xbox skate 3 $35
Xbox NFS shift $8 (can't do credit transfer on this title, whoever asked before)
Xbox fairytale fight $1

BBV
PS3 K&L 2 $30
PS3 BFBC2 $30

Actually you can because used copies will likely be cheaper or same price as new so if you can find used copies, it will likely cost you anywhere between 6-8 + tax. Of course its not worth the time as i mentioned before but if its on your way and you see a copy, its ok to do i guess.

[Vinman]

But Vanilla Ice Cream is so awesome.

Enough with the vanilla VISA card jokes - we all know you can scam BBV into putting store credit on CCs.

[HeavyDutyKronos]

Enough with the vanilla VISA card jokes - we all know you can scam BBV into putting store credit on CCs.

None of us have the slightest idea what you're talking about.

[Xeerochild]

Enough with the vanilla VISA card jokes - we all know you can scam BBV into putting store credit on CCs.

Only when you stop the Turd Baron jokes.

[Vinman]

Only when you stop the Turd Baron jokes.

When I start saying that you're the "King" of "Poop" and giggling about it, then you have an apt comparison. :lol:

[Vinman]

None of us have the slightest idea what you're talking about.

You mean you didn't know you could transfer BBV store credit into easily-spendable generic VISA cards?

[HeavyDutyKronos]

You mean you didn't know you could transfer BBV store credit into easily-spendable generic VISA cards?

My knowledge of Vanilla is restricted to Ice Cream. :)

[cashinstinct]

You mean you didn't know

I did not know for the Visa part :lol:

[Xeerochild]

My knowledge of Vanilla is restricted to Ice Cream. :)

http://www.reallynatural.com/archives/ViewMedia-1.jpg

OR

https://a248.e.akamai.net/www.baskinrobbins.com/images3.5/nutrition/photo_nutrition_0649.jpg

[ecsw]

Actually you can because used copies will likely be cheaper or same price as new so if you can find used copies, it will likely cost you anywhere between 6-8 + tax. Of course its not worth the time as i mentioned before but if its on your way and you see a copy, its ok to do i guess.

Well, I think EB took out used copies like SCC until the sales is over. Only selling new one for now.
No worry about that either, I only bought 1 copy of NFS and I really like it anyway. :) just thought I. Check out the value that someone asked since I am going there for my skate3. Funny skate3 has higher value than I thought. If u need RP credit transfer to FS, this is a very good title. :lol:

[Vinman]

I did not know for the Visa part :lol:

Let me guess, BBV only sells Mastercard and you somehow think you're funny? :lol:

A prepaid CC is a prepaid CC is a prepaid CC, and they all spend the same.

[ecsw]

You mean you didn't know you could transfer BBV store credit into easily-spendable generic VISA cards?

No, 'cause it's not VISA, it's that "priceless card". :lol:

It's actually awesome, I can transfer from EB to BBV and then to FS easily than finding something transfer from EB to FS.;)

[Xeerochild]

Let me guess, BBV only sells Mastercard and you somehow think you're funny? :lol:

A prepaid CC is a prepaid CC is a prepaid CC, and they all spend the same.

No Frills, Tim Hortons, and other stores don't take VISA :cry:
Converting Turds into Ice Caps isn't an easy feat.

[Vinman]

My knowledge of Vanilla is restricted to Ice Cream. :)

http://blog.sitebrand.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/11/mastercard_vanilla_promo_small.jpg

It also comes in VISA, although not at BBV:

http://www.prepaidcreditcard.tv/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/vanilla-visa-gift-card.jpg

Jesus H, I cannot beleive RFD ******* out Smart Canucks links, so you can't even post images.

[Vinman]

No Frills, Tim Hortons, and other stores don't take VISA :cry:

That's actually a positive of a VISA card, and if you eat at Tim Hortons you have far worse problems. :lol:

[cashinstinct]

.

Not enough BBV take trade-ins in my area, so it's not like I can take advantage of this the way it deserves. No turd baron material unfortunately.

Bestbuy/FS sell iTunes gift cards, stores choose which giftcards they want to sell. Bestbuy /FS do not sell "general" gift cards for a good reason.

BBV makes their choices, and it seems like they are determined to make the wrong ones.

Who the .... goes to BBV to buy prepaid giftcards and pay really high activation fees for the privilege to do so??? (Using their $ of course)

[Vinman]

No, 'cause it's not VISA, it's that "priceless card". :cry::cry::cry:

Let me guess, BBV only sells Mastercard and you somehow think you're funny?

[ecsw]

Are you certain about this? If so, very interesting.

Yes, I went and did just that. $60 in credit. Stupid me missed the day for K&L2, or I would have save myself another $15 :(

I thought $30 is decent for BFBC2 before it goes down and never come back. I finished both xbox and PS3 on hardest setting in SP.

[Xeerochild]

Yes, I went and did just that. $60 in credit. Stupid me missed the day for K&L2, or I would have save myself another $15 :(

I thought $30 is decent for BFBC2 before it goes down and never come back. I finished both xbox and PS3 on hardest setting in SP.

BFBC2's SP was forgettable and the hardest difficulty is nothing compared to Call of Duty or Killzone 2. The online, however, so much fun. Thanks for bringing BFBC2's TIV to my attention though :)

I'll go ahead and thank your post, seems you could use some more.

[ecsw]

Let me guess, BBV only sells Mastercard and you somehow think you're funny?

Sorry, missed ur previous post. :razz:

[ecsw]

BFBC2's SP was forgettable and the hardest difficulty is nothing compared to Call of Duty or Killzone 2. The online, however, so much fun. Thanks for bringing BFBC2's TIV to my attention though :)

I'll go ahead and thank your post, seems you could use some more.

Agree on that. I finished mw2 most difficult settings too, but I found COD WAW SP is even worse than MW2. quite often I spent few hours in WAW just to pass 1 level. :facepalm:

LOL, I will thank you for thanking me, as usual. :razz:

[Xeerochild]

Agree on that. I finished mw2 most difficult settings too, but I found COD WAW SP is even worse than MW2. quite often I spent few hours in WAW just to pass 1 level. :facepalm:

LOL, I will thank you for thanking me, as usual. :razz:

For me it goes:

World at War > Killzone 2 > Call of Duty Classic > COD4 > MW2 > BFBC2

Blowtorch & Corkscrew/Heart of the Reich in WaW, killing Radec in KZ2, Lorry Escape/Pavlow's House in Classic... ugh lol. Glad I got through all of them though.

[.fess]

Blowtorch & Corkscrew/Heart of the Reich in WaW, killing Radec in KZ2, Lorry Escape/Pavlow's House in Classic... ugh lol. Glad I got through all of them though.

Spoler alert plz! I haven't played cod 4, 5, 6! :razz:

[HeavyDutyKronos]

Spoler alert plz! I haven't played cod 4, 5, 6! :razz:

You might want to get around to it, soon they'll be up to COD 99

[ecsw]

For me it goes:
World at War > Killzone 2 > Call of Duty Classic > COD4 > MW2 > BFBC2
Blowtorch & Corkscrew/Heart of the Reich in WaW, killing Radec in KZ2, Lorry Escape/Pavlow's House in Classic... ugh lol. Glad I got through all of them though.

Really want to like KZ2, but I can't get used to the control settings.
How do u like resistance2 then? I haven't open my CE yet.

[the_fm]

BFBC2's SP was forgettable and the hardest difficulty is nothing compared to Call of Duty or Killzone 2.

BC2 was making fun of MW on the hardest difficulty. i mean, the last level on the hardest difficulty :lol:

[Xeerochild]

Really want to like KZ2, but I can't get used to the control settings.
How do u like resistance2 then? I haven't open my CE yet.

Aside from the graphics, I'm not really feeling KZ2 either. Like you said, the controls are a bit funky and take some getting used to and the campaign is forgettable. Rico unnecessarily swears when it isn't required, it feels forced. I'm just going to finish Platinuming the thing and hopefully send it back before it dips in value. As for Resistance 2, the campaign is alright, but I had a lot of fun in Multiplayer. So much so that I did the 10,000 kills trophy. I'm more excited for Resistance 3 than I am KZ3.

[givememoney]

For me it goes:

World at War > Killzone 2 > Call of Duty Classic > COD4 > MW2 > BFBC2

Blowtorch & Corkscrew/Heart of the Reich in WaW, killing Radec in KZ2, Lorry Escape/Pavlow's House in Classic... ugh lol. Glad I got through all of them though.

I just finished WaW. It was a grenades/dying fest... Very hard game, even on regular setting! At least, it's a fun game with nice levels! And Nazi Zombies is a nice bonus...

[La Fleur]

Not enough BBV take trade-ins in my area, so it's not like I can take advantage of this the way it deserves. No turd baron material unfortunately.

Bestbuy/FS sell iTunes gift cards, stores choose which giftcards they want to sell. Bestbuy /FS do not sell "general" gift cards for a good reason.

BBV makes their choices, and it seems like they are determined to make the wrong ones.

Who the .... goes to BBV to buy prepaid giftcards and pay really high activation fees for the privilege to do so??? (Using their $ of course)

Exactly . . . I usually think about stuff like this first: if I were the employee, I'd be asking myself that question. "Wait, this jabroni wants to buy those stupid prepaids . . . with BBV credit?!" Although it seems like an easy way to get rid of credit rather than wait for a sale or something, I dont think my pride would let me do it. I'd have to go to another province or city and do it there, so that way I could justify never stepping foot in that store again. Just doesn't seem worth it. Only as a last ditch, if BBV were to go under the next day. Plus, activation fee = lost value. Vinman would not approve.

[Xeerochild]

I just finished WaW. It was a grenades/dying fest... Very hard game, even on regular setting! At least, it's a fun game with nice levels! And Nazi Zombies is a nice bonus...

The grenade spam was a joke, pissed me off so much. Did you beat WaW on Veteran?


Exactly . . . I usually think about stuff like this first: if I were the employee, I'd be asking myself that question. "Wait, this jabroni wants to buy those stupid prepaids . . . with BBV credit?!" Although it seems like an easy way to get rid of credit rather than wait for a sale or something, I dont think my pride would let me do it. I'd have to go to another province or city and do it there, so that way I could justify never stepping foot in that store again. Just doesn't seem worth it. Only as a last ditch, if BBV were to go under the next day. Plus, activation fee = lost value. Vinman would not approve.

Back in the day before I was old enough to get a credit card and before PSN cards were out, PP CCs were the best way to buy stuff online. Besides, the activation fee is chump change compared to what you can do with it. I notice that nowadays I don't really spend as much time calculating the small, minute figures. I just ball park everything and go from there, sure I lose credit along the way, but it doesn't really bother me anymore.

[Captain Snazzypants]

I just finished WaW. It was a grenades/dying fest... Very hard game, even on regular setting! At least, it's a fun game with nice levels! And Nazi Zombies is a nice bonus...

Nazi Zombies is the only reason to get this game, IMO...besides it's trade value ;)

[neksus]

The grenade spam was a joke, pissed me off so much. Did you beat WaW on Veteran?

I actually found the game to match my play-style...as in, the way I play naturally counter-acted the grenade spam. Sure some parts were frustrating, but it never took more than 2 or 3 tries to clear the frustrating part.

[La Fleur]

The grenade spam was a joke, pissed me off so much. Did you beat WaW on Veteran?



Back in the day before I was old enough to get a credit card and before PSN cards were out, PP CCs were the best way to buy stuff online. Besides, the activation fee is chump change compared to what you can do with it. I notice that nowadays I don't really spend as much time calculating the small, minute figures. I just ball park everything and go from there, sure I lose credit along the way, but it doesn't really bother me anymore.

I'm playing it on veteran now . . . not that difficult, but I enjoy extremely difficult games, as long as they are still enjoyable. WAW is definitely one of the more challenging of that genre of FPS, specifically due to the grenade spam, but also due to the difficulty in seeing enemies because of how well they camoflage. I find it pretty indicative of what that war must have been like, though. Just one of those games where you can't get too laid back as the AI will punish you and piss you off.

As for the CC, well, yea, it's chump change. Again, for me, pride gets in the way, so I won't really look at that as a converter method regardless if it's easy or only costs me a bit to instantly change it. I just can't see a way of justifying it. knowing there are many more ways of moving credit that cause less mental gymnastics.

[givememoney]

[QUOTE=Xeerochild;11477047]The grenade spam was a joke, pissed me off so much. Did you beat WaW on Veteran?


Only did it on Regular... COD 4 was the only one (and probably the last one) I did on Veteran. I prefer not to imagine what's the grenades spam look likes on Veteran in WaW. I kept being stuck (on object or teamates) when trying to move to escape grenades. Very frustating

[Xeerochild]

I'm playing it on veteran now . . . not that difficult, but I enjoy extremely difficult games, as long as they are still enjoyable. WAW is definitely one of the more challenging of that genre of FPS, specifically due to the grenade spam, but also due to the difficulty in seeing enemies because of how well they camoflage. I find it pretty indicative of what that war must have been like, though. Just one of those games where you can't get too laid back as the AI will punish you and piss you off.

The problem with WaW is the seemingly endless spawn of enemies. Unless you move to the next checkpoint, enemies will keep spawning. When you beat it on Veteran, let me know how those two aforementioned levels go. I wanted to hurl my controller at my TV after playing those levels.


As for the CC, well, yea, it's chump change. Again, for me, pride gets in the way, so I won't really look at that as a converter method regardless if it's easy or only costs me a bit to instantly change it. I just can't see a way of justifying it. knowing there are many more ways of moving credit that cause less mental gymnastics.

PM'd response to maintain some sort of... secrecy lol?

[grappos13]

For me it goes:

World at War > Killzone 2 > Call of Duty Classic > COD4 > MW2 > BFBC2

Blowtorch & Corkscrew/Heart of the Reich in WaW, killing Radec in KZ2, Lorry Escape/Pavlow's House in Classic... ugh lol. Glad I got through all of them though.

K&L2 > all those on extreme lol... :)


Aside from the graphics, I'm not really feeling KZ2 either. Like you said, the controls are a bit funky and take some getting used to and the campaign is forgettable. Rico unnecessarily swears when it isn't required, it feels forced. I'm just going to finish Platinuming the thing and hopefully send it back before it dips in value. As for Resistance 2, the campaign is alright, but I had a lot of fun in Multiplayer. So much so that I did the 10,000 kills trophy. I'm more excited for Resistance 3 than I am KZ3.

yes, rico does swear a little too much...but i think thats probably realistic... i know if i was in war against those helghan, id probably be saying the F word a lot.... maybe i shound like KZ2 "mark"...if you know what that means...the controls were kinda messed but since KZ2 was my first EVER console FPS, it was ok for me to get use to it....but for me, the campaign of KZ2 was REALLY good... much better than the back and forth style of MW2, better than BFBC2 and Resistance 2... i dunno, i just really liked it :)

[MrPokute]

September 3rd:

EB Games qualified for trade

Astroboy PSP
Band Hero PS3
Beatle Rock Band PS3
KungFu Panda PS3
Mortal Kombat Vs. DC Universe PS3

Got myself Front Mission Evolved and Heavy Rain, I hope the move to Armored Core like didn't kill Front mission though :)

[Xeerochild]

K&L2 > all those on extreme lol... :)

Omfg, you and your K&L2 lmao. How's Extreme coming along, I remember last I checked your PSN comment said you hated the game.

[wisc]

(BBV) - September 7th

Hasbro Family Game Night - $14
Banjo-Kazooie Nuts and Bolts - $10
Transformers War for Cybertron - $24
UFC 2010 - $14
50 Cent Blood in the Sand - $1

[Captain Snazzypants]

Metroid Prime Hunters (DS) - $5.25 at EB on Sep07 :(

[TripleQ]

(BBV) - September 7th

Hasbro Family Game Night - $14
Banjo-Kazooie Nuts and Bolts - $10
Transformers War for Cybertron - $24
UFC 2010 - $14
50 Cent Blood in the Sand - $1

What consoles please?

edit: nevermind, saw you updated them on tivs as the 360 versions

[Xephy]

K&L2 > all those on extreme lol... :)

Dude, that game is ridiculous on extreme. I totally agree with that.

I gave up on the chapter where you're running through the construction site.

[La Fleur]

Getting back to tivs just for one sec . . . today is a huge release day with games of all prices and popularity. It'll be interesting to see if BBV honours the 75% buyback on all these titles. NHL 11 seems a no-brainer. But, what about hawx 2 at 49.99? A bit cheaper than the norm . . . but will they give $37 tiv for it? Or how about Wii exclusive Batman: Brave and Bold, knowing BBV likes to lowball wii titles. Anyway, this should be our mission for the week. I'd like to try a bunch of these games, such as RUSE, Spidey, and HAWX 2, but I have no doubt in my mind these are games I'll toss aside after a week and a half, so if they all work for the 75% buyback, that'd be pretty awesome.

[Nettles]

I just purchased one of those $4.99 used titled from BBV from this thread:
http://forums.redflagdeals.com/bbv-30-50-off-pv-dvds-50-off-select-pp-games-doorcrashers-too-starts-june-28-a-905992/22/#post11089307

When I got home and checked the receipt, it showed up as $19.99 rather than $4.99....so I guess the $4.99 on used games is over? They had a lot of stuck on $19.99+ turds for new but low stock on used games.

The game was Fracture for PS3, can't return used games at BBV I think and the tiv at EB is only $5 so I guess I'm stuck with it.

[HeavyDutyKronos]

When I got home and checked the receipt, it showed up as $19.99 rather than $4.99....so I guess the $4.99 on used games is over? They had a lot of stuck on $19.99+ turds for new but low stock on used games.


You didn't notice at the time of checkout you were getting charged 4x the amount you expected?

[Nettles]

No lol...I was doing a return and also buying some blu-rays (they have Kick-A$$ pre-viewed for $13 and a lot of other good ones) so didn't notice at checkout. Shoulda checked though.

[TripleQ]

Getting back to tivs just for one sec . . . today is a huge release day with games of all prices and popularity. It'll be interesting to see if BBV honours the 75% buyback on all these titles. NHL 11 seems a no-brainer. But, what about hawx 2 at 49.99? A bit cheaper than the norm . . . but will they give $37 tiv for it? Or how about Wii exclusive Batman: Brave and Bold, knowing BBV likes to lowball wii titles. Anyway, this should be our mission for the week. I'd like to try a bunch of these games, such as RUSE, Spidey, and HAWX 2, but I have no doubt in my mind these are games I'll toss aside after a week and a half, so if they all work for the 75% buyback, that'd be pretty awesome.

Perhaps a rental would be more economical?

[Xephy]

No lol...I was doing a return and also buying some blu-rays (they have Kick-A$$ pre-viewed for $13 and a lot of other good ones) so didn't notice at checkout. Shoulda checked though.

Pretty sure you can return it? Just say you either found it somewhere cheaper or you picked up the wrong version. It may just get credited to your account. 19.99 is too much to pay for fracture.

[grappos13]

Omfg, you and your K&L2 lmao. How's Extreme coming along, I remember last I checked your PSN comment said you hated the game.


Dude, that game is ridiculous on extreme. I totally agree with that.

I gave up on the chapter where you're running through the construction site.

haha ya its pretty bad.. however.. i guess its not terrible... id did get screwed a couple times.. played waaay too many hours on that game... some guy wanted to do chapter 7 - 11 on extreme so i said ok lets do it...wasnt too too bad but then we were stuck at one part for literally like 3-4 hrs... just because it was bs for co-op... but the solo woulda been soo much easier for that part (its a part where kane and lynch r split up on coop and we both have to open a door at the same time and 3 guys come out at us each and no where to hide).... so after like 5 hrs of play, we got done ch 7-11... then i went to do extreme on my own without realizing that i couldnt combine them for the trophy...so after about 2 hrs, first 3 chapters...then i thought about it and was like frigg.... and then.. same guy who did the last bit with me, we went to do ch 1-6... took us about 4 hrs.. and guess what.. for some damn reason, only chapter 1 recognized as being beat on extreme.. the rest didnt recognize....so basically i have spent already somewhere around like 15 hrs doing extreme and i still need to do co-op with a buddy for like 3 hrs to get it... that plus 2.5 hrs on easy and some mp so far... ive put 20 hrs already into this crap game lol...

but now NHL is out and thats gonna take over for a while... and maybe ill try this spiderman game lol

[Wildarm]

TIVs @ FS Sept 7th

Wii:

Monster Hunter Tri - $20
Mario Super Sluggers - $20
Super Smash Bros Brawl - $25
Mario Party 8 - $25

Xbox 360

NHL 08 - $0.25
NHL 09 - $0.25
NHL 10 - $8

NHL ones were from a guy in front of me trading in for NHL11. Very sad ROI on expired sports games though that's not new news here.

[adeel]

TIVs @ FS Sept 7th

Wii:

Monster Hunter Tri - $20
Mario Super Sluggers - $20
Super Smash Bros Brawl - $25
Mario Party 8 - $25

Xbox 360

NHL 08 - $0.25
NHL 09 - $0.25
NHL 10 - $8

NHL ones were from a guy in front of me trading in for NHL11. Very sad ROI on expired sports games though that's not new news here.

oh sh*t for a second i thought nhl 10 was 8 at EB and I was like whaaattt but then I realized you pu FS at the top.

I'll be heading out for some trading today and will update on values when Ig e back

[Persuade]

TIV @ Best Buy

XBOX 360 - Final Fantasy XIII - $30

[vikrana2000]

Just picked up NHL 11 and a Sidney Crosby DVD for COD Modern Warfare (PS3) and Legend of Zelda Twilight Princess (Wii). Pretty good deal since I haven't touched either game in ages.

Now to pre-order or wait for a trade in deal for COD Black Ops Hardened Edition

[boondock]

EB Today:

PS3:

FN 4- $5.50
Fallout 3- $5.75
Tekken 3- $5.25
Motorstorm: PR- $5.50
Darkvoid- $5.75

360:

Gow 2- $5.75
Wet- $5.75
Beatles RB- $8.25

Wii:

Tornado Outbreak- $5.75

Already had SM:SD so I picked that up and was looking to PT on the above games on HAWX 2 and put the rest on EC but my buddy (AM at one I go to) couldn't do it and we thought that it was b/c the t3 promo was happening from the one game. He realized that if you trade in enough games to cover the trade the computer will not allow the PT. I figured that I would get a good amount of GC back but no go, we were both shocked but had a chuckle how EB is getting smarter...So the morale is to trade less and higher value games to get extra GC back if possible. I got the TIV of Beatles on the EC b/c the TIV is dropping.

Ex.. all above games example alone (w/o PT) covers the price of the game, therefore no PT added. Maybe if I traded half in two transactions (didnt care at that point). But if you trade in say RDR (TIV 40), you'd get the the ten bucks in GC back.

[Vinman]

He realized that if you trade in enough games to cover the trade the computer will not allow the PT.

Hopefully you took some games back and then used the PT, as otherwise you just gave them away to EB for free.

[nibbler1]

EB trade in value of God of War 3 drop from $32.50 to $24 from Sunday to today. So pissed off I couldn't finish the game on Sunday to trade it in. :mad:

Will have to trade it in for $30 at Blockbuster.

[boondock]

Hopefully you took some games back and then used the PT, as otherwise you just gave them away to EB for free.

No I didnt but than again I have gotten away with countless other PT and extra GC in the past, and the PT would have but I didnt care..I got most of them at blockbuster during the 50% so Im not bummed out but I got another round so I only take in a couple tomorrow..

[GVRtrader]

Well, I think EB took out used copies like SCC until the sales is over. Only selling new one for now.
No worry about that either, I only bought 1 copy of NFS and I really like it anyway. :) just thought I. Check out the value that someone asked since I am going there for my skate3. Funny skate3 has higher value than I thought. If u need RP credit transfer to FS, this is a very good title. :lol:

SCC wasn't taken out but rather just out of the system. I bought quite a few @ $16.19 (17.99 - 10%). They just removed the list from the website (but not actual stock) on Monday. I used the website as a guide to plan my route on Sat.:lol:

[La Fleur]

EB Today:

PS3:

FN 4- $5.50
Fallout 3- $5.75
Tekken 3- $5.25
Motorstorm: PR- $5.50
Darkvoid- $5.75

360:

Gow 2- $5.75
Wet- $5.75
Beatles RB- $8.25

Wii:

Tornado Outbreak- $5.75

Already had SM:SD so I picked that up and was looking to PT on the above games on HAWX 2 and put the rest on EC but my buddy (AM at one I go to) couldn't do it and we thought that it was b/c the t3 promo was happening from the one game. He realized that if you trade in enough games to cover the trade the computer will not allow the PT. I figured that I would get a good amount of GC back but no go, we were both shocked but had a chuckle how EB is getting smarter...So the morale is to trade less and higher value games to get extra GC back if possible. I got the TIV of Beatles on the EC b/c the TIV is dropping.

Ex.. all above games example alone (w/o PT) covers the price of the game, therefore no PT added. Maybe if I traded half in two transactions (didnt care at that point). But if you trade in say RDR (TIV 40), you'd get the the ten bucks in GC back.


It appears these b@stards dropped the tivs on a bunch of games just in time for the PT games coming out today. Wasn't Gears 2 like 7.50 the other day? And that drop on GOW3 sucks too. Hopefully some of the other big titles retained their tiv

[GVRtrader]

Just picked up NHL 11 and a Sidney Crosby DVD for COD Modern Warfare (PS3) and Legend of Zelda Twilight Princess (Wii). Pretty good deal since I haven't touched either game in ages.

Now to pre-order or wait for a trade in deal for COD Black Ops Hardened Edition

There won't be a trade in deal for the hardened version (except EB's 25 credit one) so if you want a trade in offer... that will likely be the only one. There will be trade in deals for the regular edition and if you get lucky, you might get a rep willing to give you the hardened version for the difference (between reg and hardened) if you did a trade in promo for the regular but that's a huge YMMV type of thing. I doubt the hardened version will actually sellout so its your choice rather or not you want to PO. PE should be beyond sold out by now but BB/FS will likely have some on release date.

[nibbler1]

It appears these b@stards dropped the tivs on a bunch of games just in time for the PT games coming out today. Wasn't Gears 2 like 7.50 the other day? And that drop on GOW3 sucks too. Hopefully some of the other big titles retained their tiv

What new Power Trades are supposed to come out today? Or do you mean Spiderman which is released today?

[Nathematics]

It appears these b@stards dropped the tivs on a bunch of games just in time for the PT games coming out today. Wasn't Gears 2 like 7.50 the other day? And that drop on GOW3 sucks too. Hopefully some of the other big titles retained their tiv


This does appear to be the case... today I checked 3 games that were qualifiers the last time they were updated on tivs.ca, and have since dropped:
Disgaea (DS) - 7
GI Joe (DS) - 7.50
Grand Theft Auto 4 (360) - 7

[Geoshadow]

This does appear to be the case... today I checked 3 games that were qualifiers the last time they were updated on tivs.ca, and have since dropped:
Disgaea (DS) - 7
GI Joe (DS) - 7.50
Grand Theft Auto 4 (360) - 7

Ackk... the sky is falling... turdageddon is nigh...

Next I bet someone is going to report that SFIV ps3/x360 is ded as a doornail then the turdtanic has really sunk (again).

[dtp11]

Enough with the ****** jokes - we all know you can scam **** into putting ******* on ***.Again, people aren't "joking", they are just using an alternate term to describe them to maintain secrecy. And what exactly do you mean by "we all"? A pretty ignorant assumption if you think everyone knows.


Let me guess, **** only sells ******** and you somehow think you're funny? :lol:
Let me guess, **** only sells ****** and you somehow think you're funny?deja-vu? :facepalm:


That's actually a positive of a VISA card, and if you eat at Tim Hortons you have far worse problems. :lol:...Speaking of people thinking they're funny...


PM'd response to maintain some sort of... secrecy lol?Thank you.


This does appear to be the case... today I checked 3 games that were qualifiers the last time they were updated on tivs.ca, and have since dropped:
Disgaea (DS) - 7
GI Joe (DS) - 7.50
Grand Theft Auto 4 (360) - 7Ouch! *approved* :(

[HeavyDutyKronos]

...Speaking of people thinking they're funny...

Burned. :lol:

[hotjoint]

this thread cracks me up

[aku]

The other day I tried to PT towards Fifa 11 with LBP GOTY+FIFA 10 and the CSR would only allow me to bump up one game, I go back today and the manager was like she was doing it wrong and needs to do it manually, except that Fifa 10 is now 14.50 TIV instead of 19-20 :/

TIVS today
PS3
LBP GOTY 19.xx
Fifa 10 14.50
Infamous 14.50 (dropped I believe)

NHL 10 360 - 2

[La Fleur]

What new Power Trades are supposed to come out today? Or do you mean Spiderman which is released today?

RUSE, Spidey, and HAWX 2 all PT's, all out today.

I was waiting for release day for these games . . . wanted to see if BBV was still doing the 75%, as it's probably the best way to move credit IF (big if) the speculation that T3 GG's will be no longer possible. But, considering all these drops in TIV, I may have to gamble and get the games now.

[TripleQ]

This does appear to be the case... today I checked 3 games that were qualifiers the last time they were updated on tivs.ca, and have since dropped:
Disgaea (DS) - 7
GI Joe (DS) - 7.50
Grand Theft Auto 4 (360) - 7

Yup, looks like EB lowered the TIVs on 6000 games today. They worked on the weekend.

SF4 360 - $7.00
Wheelman 360 - $6.25

[dtp11]

Yup, looks like EB lowered the TIVs on 6000 games today.+1... I procrastinated taking all my games in and got burned... big time.

[TripleQ]

Ackk... the sky is falling... turdageddon is nigh...

Next I bet someone is going to report that SFIV ps3/x360 is ded as a doornail then the turdtanic has really sunk (again).

Turdpocalypse.. get your end of the worlds right! And yeah I just confirmed SFIV

FS TIVs

360 Call of Duty 4 $15
360 Call of Duty 4 GOTY $8 (so I guess that's why only the original qualifies for T2 for some reason)
360 Call of Duty WaW $8

[Xephy]

Yup, looks like EB lowered the TIVs on 6000 games today. They worked on the weekend.

:lol:

[dtp11]

Turdpocalypse.. get your end of the worlds right!^^^ :) ^^^

Never fear though, the games "Gun" and "Black" for PS2 apparently now qualify according to tivs.ca! :lol:

Who submitted those? And better yet, who approved them?!

[Longobongo]

agreed, lots of drops today, was hoping to cash in on disgaea today :mad:

quick gameflip.ca news, twitter updates are down at the moment as I believe there was change in their api so any updates this month are not appearing on the site's twitter feed, will look into this

[cashinstinct]

I feel for those who had many games waiting to be traded.

Fortunately, I am really low right now in number of games and none I have are for trading purposes (3 PS3 games with low value, mostly $2.50 BBV X360 games and cannot-trade-gf-reason Wii games).

It will be really tough to find games for the PS3 Move bundle now...

[smuPoker]

Yup, looks like EB lowered the TIVs on 6000 games today. They worked on the weekend.

SF4 360 - $7.00
Wheelman 360 - $6.25

Phew, those were two of my turds I used on Sunday.

[La Fleur]

Ah shet . . . I hope they didn't drop too many values. It's like, hey school started: carpet bomb all tivs.

[ChaosKnight]

The other day I tried to PT towards Fifa 11 with LBP GOTY+FIFA 10 and the CSR would only allow me to bump up one game, I go back today and the manager was like she was doing it wrong and needs to do it manually, except that Fifa 10 is now 14.50 TIV instead of 19-20 :/

TIVS today
PS3
LBP GOTY 19.xx
Fifa 10 14.50
Infamous 14.50 (dropped I believe)

NHL 10 360 - 2

You got $.50 more than I did for inFAMOUS. Also, same as before,
Final Fantasy XIII is $30 at Gamestop as of September 7th.

[Captain Snazzypants]

+1... I procrastinated taking all my games in and got burned... big time.

I was just about to say the same thing when I looked at my stock-room-stack-o-games, but then realized I traded in over 50 games in the past few weeks towards Move console bundles (for my neighbour's starving, sickly children of course).

Can't believe I still have stacks of them sitting there...

[ecsw]

OMG. I just got 3 games over the weekend that I haven't traded. I was going to go today..... :cry:

[d182]

I just purchased one of those $4.99 used titled from BBV from this thread:
http://forums.redflagdeals.com/bbv-30-50-off-pv-dvds-50-off-select-pp-games-doorcrashers-too-starts-june-28-a-905992/22/#post11089307

When I got home and checked the receipt, it showed up as $19.99 rather than $4.99....so I guess the $4.99 on used games is over? They had a lot of stuck on $19.99+ turds for new but low stock on used games.

The game was Fracture for PS3, can't return used games at BBV I think and the tiv at EB is only $5 so I guess I'm stuck with it.

its possible to return used games at bbv (14 days i think?) - you can also exchange used games
at worst, you'll be able to get it price adjusted to 4.99 with the receipt of course

[Xeerochild]

EB 09/07/2010
[PS3] Killzone 2 $7

and I just finished it today too...

[adeel]

anyone try ODST or Mass Effect 1 today?

CSRs dont give me TIVs over the phone =(

[kindred_99]

GT5 Prologue also tanked today at EB, down to $7.

I love the way they promoted that they were increasing the 6000 games a couple of weeks back and now they quietly dropped 12000.

[belowzeros]

EB 09/07/2010
[PS3] Killzone 2 $7

and I just finished it today too...


lol figures...i was trying to finish it too

[aku]

anyone try ODST or Mass Effect 1 today?

CSRs dont give me TIVs over the phone =(

I had asked for Halo 3 tiv and CSR gave me TIVs for Halo3 and ODST

ODST was def 8+ but I don't remember exact value

[grappos13]

EB 09/07/2010
[PS3] Killzone 2 $7

and I just finished it today too...

pwned xeero :D

[TripleQ]

^^^ :) ^^^

Never fear though, the games "Gun" and "Black" for PS2 apparently now qualify according to tivs.ca! :lol:

Who submitted those? And better yet, who approved them?!

My bad.. I never had a PS2 so have no idea about those games. I thought maybe they were rare or something.

[kindred_99]

If anyone in the GTA has an extra EB qualifier to trade let me know. I have 2 of the same game and don't want to hang onto them as they're dropping TIVs like crazy.

[punishment]

Well, On some bright news today, MUA2 PS3 qualified for me today. Didn't give me a value, but it was good to go.

Mario Hoops 3 on 3 was a dismal 6.25, as was Nintendogs daschund.

[adeel]

EB - XBox 360

Mass Effect - FOrgot to grab
Mass Effect 2 - $20
COD MW2 - $18.75
Halo 3 ODST - Forgot to grab

All qualified, lucky for me!

[La Fleur]

Yep, silly sock cuckers dropped a ton of tivs by 25% . . . just checked a bunch of values and almost all are exactly down by 25% from their previous value. So, if your game is NOT on most wanted and was around $8, then you get a big ol kick to the scrosh. This possibly means WAW and Klonoa no longer qualify . . . crap, forgot to ask those ones:(

[witenite]

Eb Games
disgaea ds $ 7
Beatles:rockband $ 8.50

sad day indeed, turdpocalyse

[grappos13]

PS3 Eye Camera is still $20 TIV... at first they werent gonna let me do the powertrade as it says only ps3 controllers but then they decided to let me do it.. pretty good to get $30 TIV towards a move bundle for the camera :D

[Xephy]

haha ya its pretty bad.. however.. i guess its not terrible... id did get screwed a couple times.. played waaay too many hours on that game... some guy wanted to do chapter 7 - 11 on extreme so i said ok lets do it...wasnt too too bad but then we were stuck at one part for literally like 3-4 hrs... just because it was bs for co-op... but the solo woulda been soo much easier for that part (its a part where kane and lynch r split up on coop and we both have to open a door at the same time and 3 guys come out at us each and no where to hide).... so after like 5 hrs of play, we got done ch 7-11... then i went to do extreme on my own without realizing that i couldnt combine them for the trophy...so after about 2 hrs, first 3 chapters...then i thought about it and was like frigg.... and then.. same guy who did the last bit with me, we went to do ch 1-6... took us about 4 hrs.. and guess what.. for some damn reason, only chapter 1 recognized as being beat on extreme.. the rest didnt recognize....so basically i have spent already somewhere around like 15 hrs doing extreme and i still need to do co-op with a buddy for like 3 hrs to get it... that plus 2.5 hrs on easy and some mp so far... ive put 20 hrs already into this crap game lol...

but now NHL is out and thats gonna take over for a while... and maybe ill try this spiderman game lol

You're a trooper in my eyes. I'd be so fed up with replaying that game. Especially for 20 hours. I think i put in 5 before all 3 copies went to EB/BBV. I got stuck on the highway in SP. But after SEVERAL tries on coop, we made it passed that. I wasn't too hot for the blair witch type camera either. To me, it wasn't even worth trying to 1000. I hope you do it though. I'm rootin' for ya. :lol:


I feel for those who had many games waiting to be traded.

Fortunately, I am really low right now in number of games and none I have are for trading purposes (3 PS3 games with low value, mostly $2.50 BBV X360 games and cannot-trade-gf-reason Wii games).

It will be really tough to find games for the PS3 Move bundle now...

I know! I kind of regret not doing it yet. Now everything has gone to hell. Although I don't even care too much for move. I just opened my Wii (had it since june), so that should be good. Finally get to play some capcom vs tatsunoko.

[grappos13]

^ i remember i heard horror stories about that highway/bridge part but somehow when i was doing my solo extreme (before i found out i couldnt combine it), i got thru it all o nthe second try! the part at the bottom with the cops was harder for me lol... anyways.. im not sure how long its gonna take me to farm/boost the MP... but now that ive done soo much single player, i wanna get to boosting to get the platinum and trade it in... but no one plays this game online and it just came out lol... terrible game

[whoiam]

EB Today:

PS3:

FN 4- $5.50
Fallout 3- $5.75
Tekken 3- $5.25
Motorstorm: PR- $5.50
Darkvoid- $5.75

360:

Gow 2- $5.75
Wet- $5.75
Beatles RB- $8.25

Wii:

Tornado Outbreak- $5.75Already had SM:SD so I picked that up and was looking to PT on the above games on HAWX 2 and put the rest on EC but my buddy (AM at one I go to) couldn't do it and we thought that it was b/c the t3 promo was happening from the one game. He realized that if you trade in enough games to cover the trade the computer will not allow the PT. I figured that I would get a good amount of GC back but no go, we were both shocked but had a chuckle how EB is getting smarter...So the morale is to trade less and higher value games to get extra GC back if possible. I got the TIV of Beatles on the EC b/c the TIV is dropping.

Ex.. all above games example alone (w/o PT) covers the price of the game, therefore no PT added. Maybe if I traded half in two transactions (didnt care at that point). But if you trade in say RDR (TIV 40), you'd get the the ten bucks in GC back.

So long Tornado. You won't be missed.

[yoda12320]

You're a trooper in my eyes. I'd be so fed up with replaying that game. Especially for 20 hours. I think i put in 5 before all 3 copies went to EB/BBV. I got stuck on the highway in SP. But after SEVERAL tries on coop, we made it passed that. I wasn't too hot for the blair witch type camera either. To me, it wasn't even worth trying to 1000. I hope you do it though. I'm rootin' for ya. :lol:



I know! I kind of regret not doing it yet. Now everything has gone to hell. Although I don't even care too much for move. I just opened my Wii (had it since june), so that should be good. Finally get to play some capcom vs tatsunoko.


^ i remember i heard horror stories about that highway/bridge part but somehow when i was doing my solo extreme (before i found out i couldnt combine it), i got thru it all o nthe second try! the part at the bottom with the cops was harder for me lol... anyways.. im not sure how long its gonna take me to farm/boost the MP... but now that ive done soo much single player, i wanna get to boosting to get the platinum and trade it in... but no one plays this game online and it just came out lol... terrible game

You kind of fell asleep last night boosting GoW 2 Xephy hehe, got my LvL 100 (around 5am) wewt! Now onto more important matters hope SBK World Championship AVP and CoD 4 GotY all on 360 haven't dropped below 8.

[Xephy]

^ i remember i heard horror stories about that highway/bridge part but somehow when i was doing my solo extreme (before i found out i couldnt combine it), i got thru it all o nthe second try! the part at the bottom with the cops was harder for me lol... anyways.. im not sure how long its gonna take me to farm/boost the MP... but now that ive done soo much single player, i wanna get to boosting to get the platinum and trade it in... but no one plays this game online and it just came out lol... terrible game

What! second try. you're amazing. LOL The supercops in the construction site ended it for me. LOL. Yeah, it's going to be hard to find players. Whenever I'm at EB and somebody asks if they should buy that game, I tell them not to, cause it's terrible, and you're better off wasting your money somewhere else. So I am probably not helping. :lol:


You kind of fell asleep last night boosting GoW 2 Xephy hehe, got my LvL 100 (around 5am) wewt! Now onto more important matters hope SBK World Championship AVP and CoD 4 GotY all on 360 haven't dropped below 8.

DUDE! I know. I don't believe that happened. I was trying so hard to stay awake. But boosting for that many hours. It just put me to sleep. I was trying to nap in between points. LMAO. I was so sad cause I saw that I was still only at 86. Thought I'd get some points. HAHAHA I shouldve played another game while doing that like you were. Congrats on getting your wings. :)

[Xeerochild]

You kind of fell asleep last night boosting GoW 2 Xephy hehe, got my LvL 100 (around 5am) wewt! Now onto more important matters hope SBK World Championship AVP and CoD 4 GotY all on 360 haven't dropped below 8.

Did you get Seriously 2.0? :-0

I've almost got KZ2 Platinum'd... just gotta clean up some Single Player junk. I'm so glad I got rid of the online trophies and beating the game on Elite, everything else should be a breeze. Too bad the TIV decided to drop on me today :(

[ecsw]

Yep, silly sock cuckers dropped a ton of tivs by 25% . . . just checked a bunch of values and almost all are exactly down by 25% from their previous value. So, if your game is NOT on most wanted and was around $8, then you get a big ol kick to the scrosh. This possibly means WAW and Klonoa no longer qualify . . . crap, forgot to ask those ones:(

how about those originally on $9.25+~$10?

[adeel]

how about those originally on $9.25+~$10?

If ODST and mass effect are any indication, they kept their value.

[whoiam]

I dont like NHL 11. BBV will probably give me a good tivs on that one like madden I suppose.

[Xephy]

Did you get Seriously 2.0? :-0

I've almost got KZ2 Platinum'd... just gotta clean up some Single Player junk. I'm so glad I got rid of the online trophies and beating the game on Elite, everything else should be a breeze. Too bad the TIV decided to drop on me today :(

I'm so far away from Seriously 2.0 it's sad. Got so much more killing to do. Like 96800 more locust. :cry:

[ecsw]

If ODST and mass effect are any indication, they kept their value.

then i might still have a small chance..... but 2 of my other games were $9.25 and $9.5, i hope they still alive. :( Just give me one more day..... Only need F1 before I call it quit....

I knew I shouldn't have slept with turds in my bag. :facepalm: but yesterday the CSR in my local EB was the worse who doesn't want to take PO of anything no on the poster. :mad:

[La Fleur]

how about those originally on $9.25+~$10?

Well, a couple ones I checked were in that ball park. Mass Effect was 10.25 or 11 I think and now was around 8.5 or 9 . . . forgot to ask WAW, but that one was right on 9 before, so I'm worried it dropped. A bunch of games I was gonna PT were 7.25 or 7.5 before and they now are in the $5 range.

[yoda12320]

Did you get Seriously 2.0? :-0

I've almost got KZ2 Platinum'd... just gotta clean up some Single Player junk. I'm so glad I got rid of the online trophies and beating the game on Elite, everything else should be a breeze. Too bad the TIV decided to drop on me today :(


I'm so far away from Seriously 2.0 it's sad. Got so much more killing to do. Like 96800 more locust. :cry:

Ya gonna work on that shortly lol.

[Acid_]

GT5 Prologue also tanked today at EB, down to $7.

I love the way they promoted that they were increasing the 6000 games a couple of weeks back and now they quietly dropped 12000.

Yeah it's kind of like how candy bars only ever get bigger.

This sucks how the TIVs are tanking - let's hope there's another rise before EB updates it's computer system.

[ichit4k4_set0]

Do not qualify
Heavenly Sword 5-6$
Hulk PS3 5-6$
Contact DS 5-6$
Biggest Loser DS 7.75$

Qualify
Ys Seven 22$
Metroid Other M 30$

[dtp11]

My bad.. I never had a PS2 so have no idea about those games. I thought maybe they were rare or something.No big deal...

Black: $3.71 (US) (http://product.half.ebay.com/_W0QQtgZinfoQQprZ49351111)

Gun: $1.99 (US) (http://product.half.ebay.com/Gun-PlayStation-2-2005_W0QQtgZinfoQQprZ47650351)

:)


Biggest Loser DS 7.75$:!:

p.s. Rapala Fishing Frenzy 2009 for PS3 still qualifies at EB today.

[ecsw]

Do not qualify
Biggest Loser DS 7.75$


now that confirms it. >:( I finally found 1 yesterday for $11 and now it's dead. :cry: Good thing I got it from credit instead of real cash.....

[BUFFAR]

@ BB
PS3 - Heavy Rain - $18
360 - Splinter Cell: Conviction - $15

@ EB
PS3 - Beattles Rockband - $10
PS3 - MUA2 - $12 (Dont ask me why, it was $7.50 couple days ago. I was planning to apply the credit to a game then they told me it's $12 then I was like, I'm gonna keep that, tyvm. Lol)
PS3 - NHL10 - $2 Lol

[Xeerochild]

@ BB
PS3 - Heavy Rain - $18
360 - Splinter Cell: Conviction - $15

@ EB
PS3 - Beattles Rockband - $10
PS3 - MUA2 - $12 (Dont ask me why, it was $7.50 couple days ago. I was planning to apply the credit to a game then they told me it's $12 then I was like, I'm gonna keep that, tyvm. Lol)
PS3 - NHL10 - $2 Lol

We gain MUA2, we lose Killzone 2, Gran Turismo P, GTA IV (360)... oh man =/

[porkepik]

FS 7/9/10

X360
Splinter cell conviction: 15$
Mafia 2 :35$

Wii
EA sport active:17$

[cmr140]

now that confirms it. >:( I finally found 1 yesterday for $11 and now it's dead. :cry: Good thing I got it from credit instead of real cash.....

Man, i knew i should have traded it in on sunday, now im stuck with this turd.

[habs33]

Traded these tonight

EBGames: GRAW 2 - $2.75, Call of Duty: World at War - $7.00

Futureshop: Batman AA GOTY - $25.00, Splinter Cell Conviction - $15.00

Got the 25 + 15 above plus store credit to buy NHL 11 at FS

[ecsw]

Man, i knew i should have traded it in on sunday, now im stuck with this turd.

i know, I had it for 1 day only. :( I took it to EB right away yesterday, but the CSR doesn't wanna do T3 toward F1 because it's not on the list. That was the worse CSR in that location I usually just turn around and walk away. But I didn't have enough time to drive to another EB yesterday, so I thought 1 day won't hurt. :cry:

[porkepik]

Aaaargh not KZ2, I started it sunday after finishing Mafia 2, was thinking finishing it by the end of the week hoping it would stay afloat :(, well I guess I have more time to do that now.

[Xephy]

September 7, 2010

EB
Kingdom Hearts: Birth By Sleep PSP 13.25

[cmr140]

anybody think these turds will rise again in the near future because I dont know if I should take the loss and get rid of them, I wont be playing them for sure.

[New Tradition]

Sept 7th

Gamestop

Hannah Montana: Rock Out The Show for PSP = 6.25

Both me and the guy at the register were surprised that the thing was worth that much xD

[TripleQ]

anybody think these turds will rise again in the near future because I dont know if I should take the loss and get rid of them, I wont be playing them for sure.

Who knows, I've never seen them fluctuate so dramatically before.

[shadowslaya]

crap...I get a BBV to sell me rentals and one of em tanked...

today @ EB

Qualified
Prototype (360)
Beatles Rockband (360)

Do Not Qualify
Street Fighter IV (PS3 or 360)
value for ps3 = $6.50
value for 360 = $7.00

[Labi]

Sept 7th

Green Day Rock Band - Xbox 360
Best Buy - $15
Futureshop - $15

[ChopSuey]

Word of advice, trade in Borderlands ASAP as Borderlands GOTY Edition is coming out in October (will include all DLCs). Once the new version comes out, the TIV of the regular version will tank.

[the_fm]

Word of advice, trade in Borderlands ASAP as Borderlands GOTY Edition is coming out in October (will include all DLCs). Once the new version comes out, the TIV of the regular version will tank.

it already tanked. went from 30 to like 11

[Lone_Prodigy]

Do not qualify
Heavenly Sword 5-6$
Hulk PS3 5-6$
Contact DS 5-6$
Biggest Loser DS 7.75$

Qualify
Ys Seven 22$
Metroid Other M 30$

Biggest Loser was $13-10% at FS's Labour Day sale. Placed an ISPU but since it tanked there's no sense in picking it up.

[LegendKillaXXI]

Sept 7th
Best Buy
Splinter Cell Conviction - $15
Dragon Age: Origins (360) - $10

used both to trade for NHL 11

[ChopSuey]

it already tanked. went from 30 to like 11

I mean tank below $8. :)

[civicb]

Traded these tonight

EBGames: GRAW 2 - $2.75, Call of Duty: World at War - $7.00

Futureshop: Batman AA GOTY - $25.00, Splinter Cell Conviction - $15.00

Got the 25 + 15 above plus store credit to buy NHL 11 at FS

for World At War...was it ps3 or 360?

[NonStopInTheMix]

Looks like the turdpocalypse // turdageddon has returned

Tons of games tanked today... feel bad for the people who were just in last week when I told them to bring in their games due to the EBGames 6000 tiv "Stimulus package".

As a sidenote, some games remained above $8 surprisingly. Noticed these today:

Pokemon Pearl/Diamond DS
Darksiders 360/PS3
Assassins Greed 2 360/PS3

Though alot dropped... even MW titles?

LBP 19?! - its listed as a guaranteed 20 lol.
Uncharted 1 - 8.xx [pretty low]
InFamous - 14 [was 18.50]

etcetcetc

time to go back into retirement kids!

[ecsw]

sad day....

Wii Game Party 2 - $7

more to update, but I got to go...

[ecsw]

Looks like the turdpocalypse // turdageddon has returned

Tons of games tanked today... feel bad for the people who were just in last week when I told them to bring in their games due to the EBGames 6000 tiv "Stimulus package".

As a sidenote, some games remained above $8 surprisingly. Noticed these today:

Pokemon Pearl/Diamond DS
Darksiders 360/PS3
Assassins Greed 2 360/PS3

Though alot dropped... even MW titles?

LBP 19?! - its listed as a guaranteed 20 lol.
Uncharted 1 - 8.xx [pretty low]
InFamous - 14 [was 18.50]

etcetcetc

time to go back into retirement kids!

please ignor my pm. I got them all checked out.

[HeavyDutyKronos]

Tons of games tanked today... feel bad for the people who were just in last week when I told them to bring in their games due to the EBGames 6000 tiv "Stimulus package".

Thanks NSIM. Guess HQ felt we had been adequately stimulated. An expiry date in advance from them would have helped consumers know what they're getting into; but as usual it's clear as mud the way EB HQ likes it. Just makes me glad I made the extra effort this summer for a few last trades now that I see how much everything is drying up.

[luckiecookie]

trade in today that qualify

monopoly ps3
beatles rockband wii
naurato ps3 ($15)
LBP (Regular)

[NonStopInTheMix]

Thanks NSIM. Guess HQ felt we had been adequately stimulated. An expiry date in advance from them would have helped consumers know what they're getting into; but as usual it's clear as mud the way EB HQ likes it. Just makes me glad I made the extra effort this summer for a few last trades now that I see how much everything is drying up.

I forget where it was posted, but wasnt the 6000tiv increase on some sort of newsletter?

I know it was on the site but I think it was in a flyer as well.. and THAT apparently listed the "end date" ...lol

[witenite]

FS
I cant be for sure but from what i remember

SC:C xbox360 $13
Ea Sports Active bundle wii $17

Traded it in for Nhl 11 at FS

On a side note i saw a pile of games that people traded in for Nhl 11 and it baffles me, Tons of madden 11, red dead redemption etc etc. I feel sad for these people where just couldve sold one game for 40 on kijiji and paid the difference.

Over at Eb turpocolyse

The biggest Loser was the biggest winner for me for a while.
ironically
im the biggest loser with one of them left over,
oh well still only paid 4.95 at TRU

[pete]

Microplay:
Viking Battle of Asgard $9
Smash Court Tennis 3 $7.50 ($3.99 used EB)
Inifinite Discovery $9 ($9.99 used EB)
Sega Rally Revo $9.50 ($9.99 used EB)
Tiger Woods 09 $7.50
Samba Da Amigo $4.50
Saint's Row $3


so if you still have turds from the $2.50 bbv games go to Microplay.. shockingly some have high values of $9 (Sega Rally etc..).

All you need is $40.50 in credit there to get NHL/Slapshot or Halo Reach.

[murdazz]

boo, biggest loser of course we all know droped...was told 7.50

FS
MAG - 18
SCC - 15

[ecsw]

With 2 of my turds tanked today, I was going for T2+$19.99 toward F1, but a new CSR told me F1 is not in the system. :facepalm: have to do T2+$15 toward Fallout:new Vegas for GG instead. Oh well.

[yoda12320]

With 2 of my turds tanked today, I was going for T2+$19.99 toward F1, but a new CSR told me F1 is not in the system. :facepalm: have to do T2+$15 toward Fallout:new Vegas for GG instead. Oh well.

That BS lol, they have up for PT so just do that lol.

[whiteflag]

thinking of pt spiderman: sd with a couple games but it wont be enough. any games at eb that i could buy with a similar tiv value as price? also anyone know the tiv of spiderman: sd? bc if i do get it, it'll just be a one time playthrough and trade towards something else, maybe towards another pt title.

[ecsw]

That BS lol, they have up for PT so just do that lol.

I know. Don't want to argue with CSR since I know he is new. I thought with 2 of my games tanked today, I might as well do up one last GG and pass F1 this time.... I got GT5 PO and Thought I might just play that game instead and switch to CE using my credit.

[HeavyDutyKronos]

I know. Don't want to argue with CSR since I know he is new. I thought with 2 of my games tanked today, I might as well do up one last GG and pass F1 this time.... I got GT5 PO and Thought I might just play that game instead and switch to CE using my credit.

Congrats on post 2,000!

[ecsw]

Congrats on post 2,000!

LOl, didn't notice until u mentioned. Damn, spent too much time here. :lol:

[NonStopInTheMix]

Congrats on post 2,000!

damn i was too slow :lol:

i wonder if its humanly possible to ever catch up to MJM...

[whoiam]

I rent the new Spider-man game. Gonna give my one phrase review in a couple of hours.

[coolwarm]

Traded these tonight

EBGames: GRAW 2 - $2.75, Call of Duty: World at War - $7.00

Futureshop: Batman AA GOTY - $25.00, Splinter Cell Conviction - $15.00

Got the 25 + 15 above plus store credit to buy NHL 11 at FS

You are kidding, right?
The 2 games you traded can give you NHL 11 directly, why need store credit? Go back FS within 2 days and ask the credit back, the CSR should tell you about the t2g1 promotion...

[chaingunsofdoom]

EB values tonight:

Animal Crossing: City Folk (Wii): $19
Transformers Cybertron Adventures (Wii): $30
Lost Planet 2 (360): below $20 but above $16... sorry for lack of specifics.
FIFA WC 2010 (360): still $22.xx


I PT'd the 2 Wii games for Spider-man:SD at their inflated $64.99 price (and from the other thread, we know it will be $59.99 on Friday). Then after leaving I noticed that AC:CF did not get a PT boost after I paid the remaining $7 balance. Grr!

Oh well, my total cost for the 2 Wii games was just over $21 (got TF:CA for $9.99 in the US a month ago!). Will need to offload Spidey next week.

[murdazz]

You are kidding, right?
The 2 games you traded can give you NHL 11 directly, why need store credit? Go back FS within 2 days and ask the credit back, the CSR should tell you about the t2g1 promotion...

that how the promo works, 25+15=40, then they give 30 as store credit on the bill to do the t2g1f

[La Fleur]

Microplay:
Viking Battle of Asgard $9
Smash Court Tennis 3 $7.50 ($3.99 used EB)
Inifinite Discovery $9 ($9.99 used EB)
Sega Rally Revo $9.50 ($9.99 used EB)
Tiger Woods 09 $7.50
Samba Da Amigo $4.50
Saint's Row $3


so if you still have turds from the $2.50 bbv games go to Microplay.. shockingly some have high values of $9 (Sega Rally etc..).

All you need is $40.50 in credit there to get NHL/Slapshot or Halo Reach.

Yea, for those with an accessible MP nearby, this is a great deal to use up excess stuffing from your turdkey (it's September, I can say it). Only thing I would add to your post is YMMV . . . every MP is different and tivs fluctuate wildly based on their own stock and percieved value of it. Some don't take any old sports games other than last year and current year, while others apparently give 7.50 for smash court 3!!! Definitely have to check out their prices of used games to figure out what they might give - while some are shockingly high, still others are shockingly low. For example, when I see UC2 used for 19.99, I clearly can't expect much more than 10-15 in credit for it. Best bet is finding older games they still sell for 19.99 that can be found cheap somewhere - sadly, RP's 3 for 25 sale would have been a good source.

[ecsw]

Biggest Loser was $13-10% at FS's Labour Day sale. Placed an ISPU but since it tanked there's no sense in picking it up.

I wish I didn't pick it up and wish I didn't open it..... :mad:

[kindred_99]

Its probably a good idea to hold off on opening anything until right before you're going to trade it in, and after you have confirmation of the value. The way they change TIVs these days you're never safe.

[AmazingYen]

FS

SC:Conviction (360) - $15
R&C: Crack in Time (ps3) - $15
Sonic/sega All stars (ps3) - $8
Madden 11 (ps3) - $40

EB

Madden 11 - $28
Sonic/sega -$15.50
LBP - GOTY - $20.50

[ecsw]

Its probably a good idea to hold off on opening anything until right before you're going to trade it in, and after you have confirmation of the value. The way they change TIVs these days you're never safe.
I know, but I was about to step into my local EB to finish my last trade toward F1 and CSR refused. I know I works before I walked into EB but didn't expect that CSR on duty. I didn't have enough time to drive to a different EB where I know they would be ok with any future trade. Oh well, $12 FS credit isn't that bad anyway. :p

[kindred_99]

I know, but I was about to step into my local EB to finish my last trade toward F1 and CSR refused. I know I works before I walked into EB but didn't expect that CSR on duty. I didn't have enough time to drive to a different EB where I know they would be ok with any future trade. Oh well, $12 FS credit isn't that bad anyway. :p

That sucks. It seems that a lot of people got screwed after all the weekend price drops. I was hoping to do a T3 with a GT5 Prologue I picked up cheap on Sunday night but couldn't get to an open EB yesterday and of course GT5P dropped today. I was lucky enough to find someone to trade it for Uncharted 1 at 8:45pm tonight and raced to EB to get there before 9pm, fearing what tomorrow might bring. I got there right before they closed the doors and was lucky to be able to do it. If you have qualifiers don't wait.

[joquio]

Any chance the biggest loser's TIV will go back $8+ in the near future?

[ecsw]

GT5P was quite a bit surprised, but I guess EB just quickly drop all values by 25% to stop the bleeding. I am sure titles like GTA4 might come back once they realized.

But chance for the Loser to come back would be slim IMO.

[ELiTE KiLLaH]

Sad to see sf4 drop :(
that's one I was gonna trade yesterday but didn't make it

I always tell myself not to wait but I always forget lol. This time I got burned on sf4. But that's one game that may rise again. I hope.

[d182]

anybody think these turds will rise again in the near future because I dont know if I should take the loss and get rid of them, I wont be playing them for sure.

if its anything like last yr, tivs will be subpar until jan 2011 :(

[habs33]

for World At War...was it ps3 or 360? All for 360

[Vinman]

Wow, after hearing about the latest Turdpocalypse, I am sooooooo glad I did my two console trades for the PS3 Move Bundle and Halo Reach LE right after their big bump. I think a good portion of the games I used no longer qualify, and they weren't all turds. Stuff like GTA4, GP5, JC's Avatar, CoD 4:MW, CoD:WaW, LHP DS, KZ2, etc. have qualified for awhile, then suddenly they (along with a ton of others) jumped on the Turdtanic and ran into the EB iceberg.

[HeavyDutyKronos]

Wow, after hearing about the latest Turdpocalypse, I am sooooooo glad I did my two console trades for the PS3 Move Bundle and Halo Reach LE right after their big bump. I think a good portion of the games I used no longer qualify, and they weren't all turds. Stuff like GTA4, GP5, JC's Avatar, CoD 4:MW, CoD:WaW, LHP DS, KZ2, etc. have qualified for awhile, then suddenly they (along with a ton of others) jumped on the Turdtanic and ran into the EB iceberg.

+1 Summer madness justified.

[Captain Snazzypants]

GT5P was quite a bit surprised, but I guess EB just quickly drop all values by 25% to stop the bleeding. I am sure titles like GTA4 might come back once they realized.

But chance for the Loser to come back would be slim IMO.

Are you aware of what you just did there? :lol:

[La Fleur]

if its anything like last yr, tivs will be subpar until jan 2011 :(

Yes and no . . . a mass jump in tivs, probably you are right, but here and there, some tivs should rise from the grave, perhaps a ghastly apparition in time for Halloween or nice a yuletide turd for C-mas? My money's on a possible Killzone 2 ressurection sometime before 3 comes out, rise on GTA4, but only for PS3, and some mystery turd that'll shock us all.

Really, some dogs will probably stay down - Fable 2 and Gears 2 - just look at FEAR 2, it's not even close to 8 before its sequel comes out, so the sequel thing doesn't always guarantee it'll come back up. I find when a ton of hot, new releases come out, tivs plummet. Makes total sense. Everyone and their uncle Buck will be buying NHL this week in Canada, so the likelihood of frazzled parents and mop headed teenagers walking in with a stack of games willing to throw them into the EB chasm of doom for pennies on the dollar just to get NHL is pretty high. With Halo Reach next week, expect more of the same. Might be some minor blips on the turdar in October, but then Black Ops and MOH come out, followed by another round of madness in Nov for Gran Turismo.

But, because people will be playing all these hot games, they probably won't be trading in games as frequently, so expect some dusty, ancient titles to find new life - perhaps MGS4?

[thelefteyeguy]

EB was just gearing up stock after parents bought games for their kids during the summer...now the stock is set for the upcoming christmas rush...once jan rolls around...tivs should go back up

[ichit4k4_set0]

Man, i knew i should have traded it in on sunday, now im stuck with this turd.

same here, I was too busy on Metroid Other M. But I only paid 5$ for Biggest Loser. Ill wait, at 7.75$ it might qualify again before sinking. Who knows

[bad news beaver]

looks like god of war 3 took a hit over the weekend at EB... only got $24.25 for it

[La Fleur]

As a general note, anything priced used at 9.99 or under is gonna net you anywhere from .01 to 3 in tiv - Bionic Commando, old wrestling games, etc. Most 14.99 games range from 3.50 (FEAR 2) to 7.75 (bunch of Wii titles) with a lot in between (Fable 2 at 5.50 for example). There are always going to be exceptions to the rule, but generally this method works, if you are looking for a way to figure out what your turds are worth.

[Lone_Prodigy]

Its probably a good idea to hold off on opening anything until right before you're going to trade it in, and after you have confirmation of the value. The way they change TIVs these days you're never safe.

The garbage cans outside EB are full of shrink wrap and security seals. :lol:


Are you aware of what you just did there? :lol:

Fat chance. ;)

[dchabby]

Did a T2 + $15 today for DR2 and the CSR told we that this is one of their GG and that I can bring it back yadda...yadda.

My question is - if T2 or T3 for a game is not allowed to be combined with a GG then why would he tell me about it when I T2 for it ?

Oh and :
Prototype ps3 - $12
Beatles xbox - - $8.25

also at FS - EA active bundle $17

[chadley]

^^^ :) ^^^

Never fear though, the games "Gun" and "Black" for PS2 apparently now qualify according to tivs.ca! :lol:

Who submitted those? And better yet, who approved them?!


My bad.. I never had a PS2 so have no idea about those games. I thought maybe they were rare or something.

Did anyone ever check on these values? I find it hard to believe since Black is selling for $14.99 used.
It's one of the better games on PS2 though....still have it :).

If no one checks, I'll ask when I pick up Reach next week.

[kindred_99]

Is it actually EB's policy that you can't do a GG with a T2 or T3? I did it with Kane and Lynch 2 without a problem. You would think that if they didn't want people to do both that they wouldn't have any crossover titles to begin with.

[Lone_Prodigy]

Did anyone ever check on these values? I find it hard to believe since Black is selling for $14.99 used.
It's one of the better games on PS2 though....still have it :).

If no one checks, I'll ask when I pick up Reach next week.

What's the point? You can't use PS2 games for T2/T3 promos.

[dchabby]

Is it actually EB's policy that you can't do a GG with a T2 or T3? I did it with Kane and Lynch 2 without a problem. You would think that if they didn't want people to do both that they wouldn't have any crossover titles to begin with.

I dont think it is but I see people worried on here that when there new system is in place that you wont be able to T3 and GG anymore.

I asked the same question and I think it was HDK that said he was told straight up that it is not allowed.

[shadowslaya]

I dont think it is but I see people worried on here that when there new system is in place that you wont be able to T3 and GG anymore.

I asked the same question and I think it was HDK that said he was told straight up that it is not allowed.

lol again...how would a csr know that you did a T3 towards a GG title? does it state so on the receipt?

[grappos13]

lol again...how would a csr know that you did a T3 towards a GG title? does it state so on the receipt?

its in there system.. its always been in their system if you go to the same store.. so if they wanted to, they could look it up but there is nothing that says u cant trade 2 or 3 and do a GG...

[shadowslaya]

its in there system.. its always been in their system if you go to the same store.. so if they wanted to, they could look it up but there is nothing that says u cant trade 2 or 3 and do a GG...

Just GG the game at a different EB...I was told as long as you have the receipt you're all good.

[chadley]

What's the point? You can't use PS2 games for T2/T3 promos.

Well $12.50 for a PS2 game is pretty good....and if you can use it on a power trade even better.

I have all my T3 preorders done for the year with the exception of 1 or 2 titles.

[Smooth~]

I dont think it is but I see people worried on here that when there new system is in place that you wont be able to T3 and GG anymore.

I asked the same question and I think it was HDK that said he was told straight up that it is not allowed.

Its just a new system software has nothing to do with trade 3 or GG. Its just in place for a universal system, where as you can be in there system in any part of Canada (and yes they will be able to see if your banned from 1 store or from them entirely). Trade-in Promo is there cream of the crop its a multi-million dollar scheme that EB/GS gets every year. There practice of selling used games actually puts alot of game developers out of business because of used game sales.

And yes they can see your entire history of trades you did with that branch. With the new system they can see all your trade ins at all stores.

[shadowslaya]

lol welll thenn....time well tell then

anyway whats the tiv of NHL11...anyone know? not seeing it on tivs.ca

[La Fleur]

Their new system is no different than many systems already in place. RP can see every single transaction I've done, tons of RP points accumulated . . . hasn't changed a thing. Same with BBV. They do it in case you lose your receipt. So, there should be no reason to worry, unless you've traded in the same game multiple times at multiple stores. As for T3 GG's, too much misinformation here about it. It should remain the same as always - you get your full credit back.

[dchabby]

lol again...how would a csr know that you did a T3 towards a GG title? does it state so on the receipt?

True - but he told me about the GG while I was doing the T2 for it - so again if it wasnt allowed why would he tell me about it at the same time I was T2 ??

Anyway, just wanted to share to calm the nerves of anyone who has been worried about it.

[urir10]

I have Dragons Age awakining for the 360 but no box or manual, will they accept it?

[HeavyDutyKronos]

I have Dragons Age awakining for the 360 but no box or manual, will they accept it?

Not for the trade promo's they won't. YMMV for straight credit. PS: No manual OR case? That's ghetto brah.

[cmr140]

True - but he told me about the GG while I was doing the T2 for it - so again if it wasnt allowed why would he tell me about it at the same time I was T2 ??

Anyway, just wanted to share to calm the nerves of anyone who has been worried about it.

WHen i was doing a t3 for dr2 i was told that it was a gaming guarantee and that i can bring it back and receive full credit. So there everyone relax and just chill.

[ecsw]

Are you aware of what you just did there? :lol:

lol. didn't realize that. :lol:

[urir10]

Not for the trade promo's they won't. YMMV for straight credit. PS: No manual OR case? That's ghetto brah.

lol yeah got it from my little bro without anything, if anyone want to sell me the case i will be glad to buy

[riskman]

WHen i was doing a t3 for dr2 i was told that it was a gaming guarantee and that i can bring it back and receive full credit. So there everyone relax and just chill.

Regardless, that's just one store. I have been told that you cannot combine the two promotions by one manager at the Ironwood location in BC.

It will be interesting to see what happens during the week when the next GG game comes out.

[HeavyDutyKronos]

Regardless, that's just one store. I have been told that you cannot combine the two promotions by one manager at the Ironwood location in BC. It will be interesting to see what happens during the week when the next GG game comes out.

+1

Not all MODs read emails. Not all CSRs read them either.

A MOD told me the same based on a recent email/memo from EB HQ. I think it's BS myself as they don't advertise the magical conditions they make up for their promos anywhere, so YMMV, if someone tried denying a GG to me I'd argue and if ultimately denied try alternative resolution methods. :) But as riskman said, guess we'll all find out with Dead Rising 2.

[Smooth~]

I asked the CSR to look up my history on Kane & Lynch 2 for giggles and it popped up as 4 copies all were trade 2 + $ lol. Then i asked to go further back and show my Xbox Slim and it popped up as 12 turds lol most of which were Prototypes lol. So ya from now on I suggest people do 1 gaming guarantee a month and not to over do it cause it will bite you in the teabags haha. :twisted:

[ecsw]

Regardless, that's just one store. I have been told that you cannot combine the two promotions by one manager at the Ironwood location in BC.

It will be interesting to see what happens during the week when the next GG game comes out.

ironwood? richmond? there's another EB in Richmond I didnt know? hmmmm....

anyway, I wasn't told by anyone when I T2 toward GG for both DR2 and FO:NV. I will argue I was not informed at anyway.
Worse come to worse, there's always BBV. :lol:

[riskman]

The uncertainty is a little troubling, but there may be ways around it. I know a number of stores with CSR that are very pleasant to deal with. It might be that GGs have to be taken to different stores from the ones where they were originally picked up in order to deal with a more lenient CSR.

I'm a little nervous myself because I have one Dead Rising 2 for each console, and I know I don't want to keep both of them, if even one of them.

[La Fleur]

I asked the CSR to look up my history on Kane & Lynch 2 for giggles and it popped up as 4 copies all were trade 2 + $ lol. Then i asked to go further back and show my Xbox Slim and it popped up as 12 turds lol most of which were Prototypes lol. So ya from now on I suggest people do 1 gaming guarantee a month and not to over do it cause it will bite you in the teabags haha. :twisted:

This is just at the one location or multiple ones?

[Smooth~]

This is just at the one location or multiple ones?

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[ELiTE KiLLaH]

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That's always been the case tho. Of course one store could always see what trades u did there. The saving grace was they were limited to just that store. I think the new system will kick in sometime oct? So dr2 is one of the last gg to milk before sh*t possibly hits the fan lol

[oncl0ud9]

Whats the new system suppose to do that the old one doesn't?

[HeavyDutyKronos]

Whats the new system suppose to do that the old one doesn't?

Punish customers who get good value from their promotions quicker.

[oncl0ud9]

Do we get blacklisted for trading in Turds, is that what you mean?

[cashinstinct]

Punish customers who gets good value from their promotions quicker.

$100 question: is there a field on the computer to put the person's username on RFD? :lol:

[dchabby]

Do we get blacklisted for trading in Turds, is that what you mean?

Only if you trade them in multiple times for multiple GG's of the same game.

[dtp11]

Do we get blacklisted for trading in Turds, is that what you mean?Not blacklisted, brownlisted.

;)

[ecsw]

Whats the new system suppose to do that the old one doesn't?

the worse part IMO is the trade history across all EB stores in 1 page.

[Smooth~]

Its for Loss Prevention and Fraud.

[ecsw]

so Transformers:WFC is on MW. It should stay at $40, correct? hmmmm.... PT toward F1 2010 I guess.....

anyone know if BBV will take NHL Slapshot and give out 75%? for wii games like this taking to BBV, is accessories required? meaning, can I keep the stick and give only the game to BBV?

Damn, just notice they are also giving out $35 tiv for Forza3.... wow. maybe I should do that instead.

[Said212]

Anyone know how much heavy rain is going for at eb? :)

[La Fleur]

so Transformers:WFC is on MW. It should stay at $40, correct? hmmmm.... PT toward F1 2010 I guess.....

anyone know if BBV will take NHL Slapshot and give out 75%? for wii games like this taking to BBV, is accessories required? meaning, can I keep the stick and give only the game to BBV?

Damn, just notice they are also giving out $35 tiv for Forza3.... wow. maybe I should do that instead.

Yea, I was wondering the same myself. It's like a mini-stick peripheral, right? Speaking of tivs, we need to get some in here . . . people are going to want to know some EB values when I drop the tiv bomb of the year (century?) . . . then again, I prefer all this paranoia talk instead. Diverts attention away . . . :twisted:

[danyo]

Thinking about picking up NHL11 at EB today.
I have like 8 PS2 games lying around collecting dust, like DOA2, MGS2, GT3, etc. I'd probably trade them in if I could get a couple of bucks for each.
Anyone know if EB game still gives credit for these? TIVS doesn't have any of them updated. T_T

[ichit4k4_set0]

Thinking about picking up NHL11 at EB today.
I have like 8 PS2 games lying around collecting dust, like DOA2, MGS2, GT3, etc. I'd probably trade them in if I could get a couple of bucks for each.
Anyone know if EB game still gives credit for these? TIVS doesn't have any of them updated. T_T

They give around 50 cent for each

[Smooth~]

Thinking about picking up NHL11 at EB today.
I have like 8 PS2 games lying around collecting dust, like DOA2, MGS2, GT3, etc. I'd probably trade them in if I could get a couple of bucks for each.
Anyone know if EB game still gives credit for these? TIVS doesn't have any of them updated. T_T

Keep them for the new PSP2 hahaha JK

[Nettles]

Thinking about picking up NHL11 at EB today.
I have like 8 PS2 games lying around collecting dust, like DOA2, MGS2, GT3, etc. I'd probably trade them in if I could get a couple of bucks for each.
Anyone know if EB game still gives credit for these? TIVS doesn't have any of them updated. T_T

There's a store called We Got Games at Shopper's World in Brampton which sells a lot of old console games and they take trade ins. I'm sure they would offer more value than EB so worth giving them a call/e-mail for those games before you make a trip.

[radioheadrules]

The new EB system will royally screw up the GGs, because they'll be able to see if you did a T2/T3. So that means when you bring back the game, more than likely you won't get the full retail cost of the game credited to you.

[Xephy]

Anyone know how much heavy rain is going for at eb? :)

was 34.50 last week when I traded it in.

[danyo]

PS2 games are only worth 50cents now?
I thought I could at least get $3-$4 out of each :(

[shadowslaya]

im just gunna risk it for the biscuit on this GG stuff

Also We Got Games gives really crap tivs...like I saw a guy about to trade in his LBP GOTY and they offered him $10 credit and $7.50 cash...I can only imagine what they would give for ps2 games...$3 credit? lol

[Smooth~]

PS2 games are only worth 50cents now?
I thought I could at least get $3-$4 out of each :(

lol they sell them used for $4.99. I know my EB doesn't take any older gen games period. They also have a sale 25% off older gen games lol

[Duuuuude]

lol they sell them used for $4.99. I know my EB doesn't take any older gen games period. They also have a sale 25% off older gen games lol

Which one is your EB? Just so I know to avoid your exploit.....I mean, your territory. :razz:

[ELiTE KiLLaH]

The new EB system will royally screw up the GGs, because they'll be able to see if you did a T2/T3. So that means when you bring back the game, more than likely you won't get the full retail cost of the game credited to you.
*sigh*
this is already the case if u go back to the same store. They can already pull up all ur info for trades done in that store. The new system will just link all stores so that they can see what ur doing across all stores.

[kindred_99]

What kills me is that they refer to it as loss prevention when they are the ones that set the policies and trade in/promo offers. The only thing they are losing is some of the 1000% profit margin they are used to. While there are some nutjobs out there that trade in 30 of a certain title and are taking advantage of the system, as long as one isn't doing anything wrong and is doing legit transactions I can't imagine what grounds they have to ban someone. If they are so worried about people like that they should have a clear posting of their policies, including limits on how many games you can trade over a certain period of time, how many promos you can use and how many different locations you can visit. Randomly banning people because they did too many T3s or because they traded in multiple quantities of the same game (I'm talking a few here, not 30 or whatever) would be like McDonald's banning someone for only buying combos and not buying 'food' a la carte.

[.fess]

ironwood? richmond? there's another EB in Richmond I didnt know? hmmmm....

anyway, I wasn't told by anyone when I T2 toward GG for both DR2 and FO:NV. I will argue I was not informed at anyway.
Worse come to worse, there's always BBV. :lol:

lol, that's the best option! Cash >>> credit in my books! You can buy more things like ice cream, chupa chups, bawls, etc.

[haze0330]

Quick question guys, is it mandatory for the same person who did the t3 to return a GG game, or i can have 1 of my fd GG it for me instead?

[nufan]

anyone have any idea what Star Wars Force Unleashed PS3 could be traded for? Was in BBV and they offered $1 so didn't bother, but I guess this title is not worth anything any more. Might as well use it as a coaster over $1 :P

[Smooth~]

anyone have any idea what Star Wars Force Unleashed PS3 could be traded for? Was in BBV and they offered $1 so didn't bother, but I guess this title is not worth anything any more. Might as well use it as a coaster over $1 :P

EB is around $6-$7.50 not a Qualifier for sure

[seta]

Any idea what MW2 for PS3 is going for at Future Shop/Best Buy? EB says $18.25..

[TripleQ]

Any idea what MW2 for PS3 is going for at Future Shop/Best Buy? EB says $18.25..

www.tivs.ca

[ecsw]

Quick question guys, is it mandatory for the same person who did the t3 to return a GG game, or i can have 1 of my fd GG it for me instead?

friends are ok. but ur friends are not going to like it when they do it for you. :p
they felt that i am doing something illegal or something. :p Only did it because I helped them to trade console they wanted for cheaper than MSRP. :p

[haze0330]

friends are ok. but ur friends are not going to like it when they do it for you. :p
they felt that i am doing something illegal or something. :p Only did it because I helped them to trade console they wanted for cheaper than MSRP. :p


But the GG will be counted towards their account though rite, or whoever ordered it??

[yoda12320]

EB TIV Update 09/08/10

SBK World Championship 360 6.75 :( oh well
Call of Duty 4 GOTY 360 10 (get those in before next week sale is gonna crush tiv)
SC C 360 7 :P
CODMW 2 360 18
GoW2 360 5.75 :P

BBV TIV Update 09/08/10

SC C 360 30 :) *suck that EB*
GoW2 360 2 :P Whateva just wanted to get rid of it.
CoD MW 2 360 16 :)

= 1 Vanilla :P

All in all EB TIV Drops tivs way to much now its hard to get those t2/t3's. :)

[HeavyDutyKronos]

All in all EB TIV Drops tivs way to much now its hard to get those t2/t3's. :)

;) I think that's the idea.

[yoda12320]

;) I think that's the idea.

Vanilla is way better eh HDK :P.

[Nettles]

Tivs says that the EA Active Bundle and NFS Shift (Xbox) are $17 each at BB.

EB is selling them for $10 each so I guess you'd gain $14 minus tax if you traded them in? Doesn't seem to be worth it because I don't think BB have any decent T2 type of promos outside of NHL and Metroid.

[HeavyDutyKronos]

Tivs says that the EA Active Bundle and NFS Shift (Xbox) are $17 each at BB.

EB is selling them for $10 each so I guess you'd gain $14 minus tax if you traded them in? Doesn't seem to be worth it because I don't think BB have any decent T2 type of promos outside of NHL and Metroid.

I'd grab NHL 11 if I could find another cheap $5-10 companion for EA Active Bundle. NFS Shift isn't on 'the list'.

Can anyone suggest one?

[ecsw]

I'd grab NHL 11 if I could find another cheap $5-10 companion for EA Active Bundle. NFS Shift isn't on 'the list'.

is wii active on sale over the island?

[KINGJAMES WITNESS 23]

Went to EB couple hours ago.

Biggest Loser-$7.75

I traded it plus $2.50 for ea active bundle, then headed straight to FUTURESHOP :lol: for NHL 11.

FUTURESHOP

SCC-$15
EA active-$17

Automatic straight trade for NHL 11 :)

[ecsw]

But the GG will be counted towards their account though rite, or whoever ordered it??

whoever return it.

presale receipt before u pick up the game has your name

presale receipt after u pick up the game doesn't say who order it.

[haze0330]

whoever return it.

presale receipt before u pick up the game has your name

presale receipt after u pick up the game doesn't say who order it.


Thanks!

[ecsw]

Went to EB couple hours ago.

Biggest Loser-$7.75

I traded it plus $2.50 for ea active bundle, then headed straight to FUTURESHOP :lol: for NHL 11.

FUTURESHOP

SCC-$15
EA active-$17

Automatic straight trade for NHL 11 :)

good idea. only if I can gee EB here to sell it for $10. :mad:

[.fess]

Went to EB couple hours ago.

Biggest Loser-$7.75

I traded it plus $2.50 for ea active bundle, then headed straight to FUTURESHOP :lol: for NHL 11.

whaaaa? EB's website says that the bundle is $65, not $10!

[ecsw]

^.fess. u missed out the buzz. but please dont buy 10 copies again like last time. :p

BTW, to trade Active bundle toward FS, do u just take the game or it's the whole set?

[Super strokey]

Tiv on smg 2 at eb is 40 still

[.fess]

^.fess. u missed out the buzz. but please dont buy 10 copies again like last time. :p

BTW, to trade Active bundle toward FS, do u just take the game or it's the whole set?

I only bought 1 RE4...and traded it back immediately, which was the stupid move and led to A LOT of problems lol, including the flagged account and a DM phone call :P...the only time i bought trade fodders in multiple copies were back in May when i started the t2/t3 shenanigans (disgaea, astro boy, battle fantasia were my very first t3g1f flippers...it was a good day)

[Nettles]

Tiv of Prince of Persia Forgotten Sands on PS3 is $25 at EB (might be outdated though)...the game is going on sale at Toys R Us for $19 (currently $59) soon.

[KINGJAMES WITNESS 23]

^.fess. u missed out the buzz. but please dont buy 10 copies again like last time. :p

BTW, to trade Active bundle toward FS, do u just take the game or it's the whole set?

Your supposed to give the whole set, because when the csr checks what qualifies and what doesnt, it says "EA ACTIVE BUNDLE." ecsw, you gotta get rid of that Loser lol, unless your waiting for it to rise again, but i think it has a better chance of dropping more than rising.

[La Fleur]

Tiv of Prince of Persia Forgotten Sands on PS3 is $25 at EB (might be outdated though)...the game is going on sale at Toys R Us for $19 (currently $59) soon.

Is that in the new flyer for Friday? . . . I guess gotta get mine in ASAP . . . not playing it now, anyway.

NVM, just found it . . . thanks for the heads up Nettles. Gonna PT it toward something tomorrow.

Also, I wonder if you could buy 2 Move bundles and save $34? . . . that's not a bad saving for a first day purchase if you team up with someone.

[ecsw]

I only bought 1 RE4...and traded it back immediately, which was the stupid move and led to A LOT of problems lol, including the flagged account and a DM phone call :P...the only time i bought trade fodders in multiple copies were back in May when i started the t2/t3 shenanigans (disgaea, astro boy, battle fantasia were my very first t3g1f flippers...it was a good day)

lol. well, I thought u got multiple copies for some reason... :lol:

@KINGJAMES WITNESS 23, i know. I wanna to, but EB around me doesn't think it' on sale. I need a clear flyer copy when I go there....

[redstars]

can i do a t2+9.99 with a ps3 controller and little big planet?
thanks for the answer and sorry for my english:)

[.fess]

can i do a t2+9.99 with a ps3 controller and little big planet?
thanks for the answer and sorry for my english:)

You can only do T2 + 9.99/14.99/19.99 with 360/PS3/Wii/PSP/DS games that have TIV of $8 or higher

[oncl0ud9]

I only bought 1 RE4...and traded it back immediately, which was the stupid move and led to A LOT of problems lol, including the flagged account and a DM phone call :P...the only time i bought trade fodders in multiple copies were back in May when i started the t2/t3 shenanigans (disgaea, astro boy, battle fantasia were my very first t3g1f flippers...it was a good day)

I dont understand why a DM would call you. You are just taking advantage of an EB Games/Gamestop mess up. Its not your problem its EB Games/Gamestop. They make money from us hand and foot. **** em.

[HeavyDutyKronos]

**** em.

+1 :twisted:

[kindred_99]

I can't believe they would call you for something like that. That is so petty. Granted, you should have done the trade in at a different location but for them to not only notice but to have the nerve to call you to reprimand you when it was both their set trade and sale price is beyond obnoxious.

[Vinman]

There practice of selling used games actually puts alot of game developers out of business because of used game sales.

And if there was no avenue for consumers to sell off their old games, then consoles would go the way of the PC and everyone would own a Modded box and pirate everything.

Trust me, virtually no one is going to spend $69.99 on a non-resealable game license.

[.fess]

I dont understand why a DM would call you. You are just taking advantage of an EB Games/Gamestop mess up. Its not your problem its EB Games/Gamestop. They make money from us hand and foot. **** em.

There's nothing i can do. They make the rules...

[oncl0ud9]

And if there was no avenue for consumers to sell off their old games, then consoles would go the way of the PC and everyone would own a Modded box and pirate everything.

Trust me, virtually no one is going to spend $69.99 on a non-resealable game license.

yeah, but when you sell MW2 used for $59.99 when you can buy the new copy for $69.99 is insane. But ah well.

[dchabby]

Whoever has a "Beat Goes on" around them - they are offering $32 credit for the EA Active Bundle or $24 cash.

I PM'd 2 at BB for $3.50 each, took it to the Beat - walked out with Uncharted, Kung Fu Panda and $5 cash !!

Now please tell me those 2 games didnt get raped at EB ??? :razz:

[ecsw]

yeah, but when you sell MW2 used for $59.99 when you can buy the new copy for $69.99 is insane. But ah well.

The crazy part is, lots of ppl are willing to pay $10 cheaper for used one. I used to think $70 for a game is insane until I know how to trade. :razz:

Another thing that Sony did very wrong is the digital copy of a game costs the same as the one with hard copy. :facepalm: What were they thinking?
If digital copies are few dollars cheaper than hard copies, I am sure PSN sells would do a lot better. Just my 2 cents.

[ecsw]

Whoever has a "Beat Goes on" around them - they are offering $32 credit for the EA Active Bundle or $24 cash.

I PM'd 2 at BB for $3.50 each, took it to the Beat - walked out with Uncharted, Kung Fu Panda and $5 cash !!

Now please tell me those 2 games didnt get raped at EB ??? :razz:

there we go again. FS will take wii active out of the T2 list soon..... :facepalm:

[TripleQ]

You need the whole set.. but who in their right mind buys a used elastic and thigh band? Same people who buy used balance boards I guess :eek: Good thing they don't make a Wii Rectal Thermometer.

And yes, it should be taken off the FS list soon.. the CSR was like you're the third person on my shift to trade this one in.

[HeavyDutyKronos]

You need the whole set.. but who in their right mind buys a used elastic and thigh band? Same people who buy used balance boards I guess :eek: Good thing they don't make a Wii Rectal Thermometer.

And yes, it should be taken off the FS list soon.. the CSR was like you're the third person on my shift to trade this one in.

I'm gonna try it tomorrow. Any other qualifiers that can be had cheap that I can use with it? Wish I grabbed an extra SCC a few days ago.

[FulciKills]

Do stores like BBV/RP give a % of each rental to the game's publisher? If not, aren't rentals just as "bad" as used game sales?

[kindred_99]

I remember reading in a different thread (about movie downloads when the hurt locker producers were suing people that downloaded the movie) and someone mentioned that bbv, rp, etc pay a percentage of rental revenue to movie studios. While I'm not sure if its even true or how it works, I know that it wasn't always that way. It may have started when the studios dropped the price of movies (then in vhs) to the $20-$30 range down from the $90+ that they used to charge video stores for rental copies. They might have taken a cut in exchange for lower priced movies.

[TripleQ]

I'm gonna try it tomorrow. Any other qualifiers that can be had cheap that I can use with it? Wish I grabbed an extra SCC a few days ago.

Only easy to find things would be $24.99 games at Rogers. Or COD4 if you're willing to risk buying and returning at EB when (if) it goes on sale later this month. And who knows what version will be on sale.. new, used, GOTY, etc


Do stores like BBV/RP give a % of each rental to the game's publisher? If not, aren't rentals just as "bad" as used game sales?

Probably worse because it takes away multiple potential purchasers and then hits the used market in the end.

[omnkypnts]

Traded in today:

Playstation Eye: $20 @ EB Games

Convinced the worker it was a controller (since it is) and got a 50% trade in bump to $30 towards the Move bundle. Easy $30 off.

[dchabby]

Has anyone traded in at "The Beat Goes On" before ? I am just wondering what there system is like and if they are linked between stores ?

[GVRtrader]

Do stores like BBV/RP give a % of each rental to the game's publisher? If not, aren't rentals just as "bad" as used game sales?

No they don't get a cut so yes rentals are just as bad as used games. Main reason EA started introducing online passes (or 1-time use codes) and other games having special object/item DLC codes with the game to try to discourage used game sales and rental if you want the max experience out of a game.

Madden 11 and NHL 11 online passes are perfect examples of this (same with franchise code before, song list codes, etc).

[GVRtrader]

can i do a t2+9.99 with a ps3 controller and little big planet?
thanks for the answer and sorry for my english:)

Its YMMV... some reps allow it for any games while others stick to the list. LBP + controller (i believe) is not on the promotion list so by the book the answer would be no. Also note that the package is on sale for $50 @ RCSS so depending on the cost of the 2 games, that deal might be easier if you are looking for the games/don't have credits.

[GVRtrader]

I only bought 1 RE4...and traded it back immediately, which was the stupid move and led to A LOT of problems lol, including the flagged account and a DM phone call :P...the only time i bought trade fodders in multiple copies were back in May when i started the t2/t3 shenanigans (disgaea, astro boy, battle fantasia were my very first t3g1f flippers...it was a good day)

Same store or different store? If its a different store, there shouldn't be any problems. If its the same store then you deserve the call.:lol: EB right now is probably the most sensitive store in terms of trade in (debatable with BBV but there are ways to get around them plus they are closing down soon anyways).

[cashinstinct]

And yes, it should be taken off the FS list soon.. the CSR was like you're the third person on my shift to trade this one in.

Sometimes, I wonder about that. Many games on the list have been there for many weeks/months, they were for $10 or $20 at many times at many stores and they are still on FS list.

I was told by the FS Rep like: I don't even know why this game is on the list....

I am unsure it will drop soon.

I don't understand anything about trading used elastics, or buying this game used anyway.

[GVRtrader]

Sometimes, I wonder about that. Many games on the list have been there for many weeks/months, they were for $10 or $20 at many times at many stores and they are still on FS list.

I was told by the FS Rep like: I don't even know why this game is on the list....

I am unsure it will drop soon.

I don't understand anything about trading used elastics, or buying this game used anyway.

Same thing happens with EB even or any rep you get thats a gamer. They'll find it strange but as long as FS HQ and the person in charge of trade in isn't a gamer, this will keep happening. Sometime they just forget how long a game is out or they might not have the amount they really need (or enough to raise a flag). FS/BB has improved compared to before but there is still loophole games and likely will be for a little while longer (i doubt it'll go on forever since game trading/used game market will probably continue to decrease). Heck remember how they had games on sale with TIV higher than the price of the game new? Happened quite a few times.:lol:

[Wookie76]

Hey all, did a few trade ins today at EB:

Batman: AA (non-Goty) PS3
Need for Speed Most Wanted 360
Marvel Ultimate Alliane 2 PS3

did a trade 3 for Vanquish PS3 (game looks ill, anyone tried the PSN demo?)

plus

Assassin's Greed 2 (got this for 19.99 at walmart sale woo hoo)
Star Wars Force Unleashed Ultimate Sith Edition
Mario Strikers Charged (got this for $2.50 from BBV summer sale lol)

did another trade 3 for Force Unleashed 2 PS3

Samurai Showdown Sen 360 (8.40 tiv) (ps game is okay, but NO One is ever online, lame!)
Prototurd PS3
Dragon Age Origins PS3 (GOTY also dropping soon with all DLC included plus Awakenings, drop this turd soon lol!!!)

did another trade 3 for Enslaved: Odyssey to the West (this game from Ninja Theory, people behind Heavenly Sword looks pretty sweet)


did the trade 2 for Red Dead Redemption PS3

Need for Speed most wanted 360 and Borderlands PS3 (GOTY dropping soon so I though what the hell)

and finally traded 2 plus 50 cents for EA Active bundle Wii
Devil May Cry 4 360 (BBV sale again 2.50)
and Raiden Strikers Aces 360

[NonStopInTheMix]

it always feels so weird reading "abuse game nicknames" from people who have low post counts... :lol:

Assassin's Greed FOREVER.



anyways looks like DR2 will be an iffy GG with no mik outlines for it.

better hope your store still has those GG displays from Xeero's thread!

[yoda12320]

it always feels so weird reading "abuse game nicknames" from people who have low post counts... :lol:

Assassin's Greed FOREVER.



anyways looks like DR2 will be an iffy GG with no mik outlines for it.

better hope your store still has those GG displays from Xeero's thread!

Check, its like WTF we're only doing 1 most of us and thats the point of the GG if you don't like the game within a week return it full refund on an edge :P.

[Xeerochild]

it always feels so weird reading "abuse game nicknames" from people who have low post counts... :lol:

Assassin's Greed FOREVER.



anyways looks like DR2 will be an iffy GG with no mik outlines for it.

better hope your store still has those GG displays from Xeero's thread!

Lulz, I think both me and undacova took pictures of the DR2 boxes. I spoke with the CSR a week ago and he didn't list DR2 as a GG either which had me a little worried. Oh well, only time will tell I suppose. UFC 2010 *was* a GG, then they took it off right?

My trade-in days are coming to a close... I've mustered up enough credits to last the winter and school is starting up next week. Plus I have a nasty backlog.

[La Fleur]

You need the whole set.. but who in their right mind buys a used elastic and thigh band? Same people who buy used balance boards I guess :eek: Good thing they don't make a Wii Rectal Thermometer.

And yes, it should be taken off the FS list soon.. the CSR was like you're the third person on my shift to trade this one in.

That's where Wii Relax and the Vitality sensor come in to play - pun intended!:lol:

[Wookie76]

Hello all...I used Prototurd and Assissin's Greed in a respectful manner, I am long time lurker, been lurkin' for years lol, so thought I'd earned it...but yeah CSR was like Assissins' Creed 2 back for more hey? : )

and oh yeah, for all those hoping to go to BBV and do a quick turd turnover with Brave A warrior's tale Wii at BBV, they jacked up their price on Monday from $9.99 used to $19.99 used.
on a side note, I tried to trade a few games in at BBV and their trade in values are the shits! I can see that the end is nigh ; ) for them lol!

[La Fleur]

BBV wont die for a while. Everyone thinks they'll close up shop come Oct. 1 . . . it's gonna be a long drawn out process, like the entire series of Law and Order . . . don't you guys watch TV? It takes Judge Judy a half-hour to settle a small civil suit, this is going to take months, years maybe.

[ecsw]

Wii active is finally on sale in BC today in EB. Anyone wants to do NHL better do it quick. With many ppl PM in FS and BB, it's going to be off the list soon. FS I visited sold out of PS3 NHL already and only 1 XBOX left.

FS
Wii active bundle $17
PS3 MAG $18
Xbox SCC $15

EB
Ds biggest loser $7.75
Wii game party 2 $7

Got both NHL11 XBOX and NHL Slapshot. After 2 EB and 2 FS.

My wife is officially mad at me running around trading games. :cry:

[alv76]

Wii active is finally on sale in BC today in EB. Anyone wants to do NHL better do it quick. With many ppl PM in FS and BB, it's going to be off the list soon. FS I visited sold out of PS3 NHL already and only 1 XBOX left.

FS
Wii active bundle $17
PS3 MAG $18
Xbox SCC $15

EB
Ds biggest loser $7.75
Wii game party 2 $7

Got both NHL11 XBOX and NHL Slapshot. After 2 EB and 2 FS.

My wife is officially mad at me running around trading games. :cry:


just give her a good TONGUE LASHING (SLURP SLURP):);)

[grappos13]

Hey all, did a few trade ins today at EB:

Batman: AA (non-Goty) PS3
Need for Speed Most Wanted 360
Marvel Ultimate Alliane 2 PS3

did a trade 3 for Vanquish PS3 (game looks ill, anyone tried the PSN demo?)

plus

Assassin's Greed 2 (got this for 19.99 at walmart sale woo hoo)
Star Wars Force Unleashed Ultimate Sith Edition
Mario Strikers Charged (got this for $2.50 from BBV summer sale lol)

did another trade 3 for Force Unleashed 2 PS3

Samurai Showdown Sen 360 (8.40 tiv) (ps game is okay, but NO One is ever online, lame!)
Prototurd PS3
Dragon Age Origins PS3 (GOTY also dropping soon with all DLC included plus Awakenings, drop this turd soon lol!!!)

did another trade 3 for Enslaved: Odyssey to the West (this game from Ninja Theory, people behind Heavenly Sword looks pretty sweet)


did the trade 2 for Red Dead Redemption PS3

Need for Speed most wanted 360 and Borderlands PS3 (GOTY dropping soon so I though what the hell)

and finally traded 2 plus 50 cents for EA Active bundle Wii
Devil May Cry 4 360 (BBV sale again 2.50)
and Raiden Strikers Aces 360


question? is vanquish a september release? if so, u just needed to use batman and NFS most wanted to get it as those two titles are part of the trade 2 get any september release for free..

[trackercowe]

question? is vanquish a september release? if so, u just needed to use batman and NFS most wanted to get it as those two titles are part of the trade 2 get any september release for free..

Website says October 19. But, it has different prices for the 360, and PS3 version.

There is actually very little in terms of major releases after Halo next week. You have Dead Rising 2, which isn't looking too great. A couple sports games in F1, and FIFA, and a few mediocre titles (nothing that is $70 according to EB). Slim pickings, which is why NHL may be the best one to pick up to transfer credit.

[ecsw]

[/B]

just give her a good TONGUE LASHING (SLURP SLURP):);)

:lol: lol.

I told her I m merely trying to transfer credit from EB to FS for getting something for our daughter. :)

I also told her the joke that running around with games is better than screwing around like Mr. Woods. :lol:

[.fess]

:lol: lol.

I told her I m merely trying to transfer credit from EB to FS for getting something for our daughter. :)

I also told her the joke that running around with games is better than screwing around like Mr. Woods. :lol:

I wouldn't be playing games if i were your age lol...ruins your 'adult' status :lol: Also, i would assume that the majority of female population don't 'dig' video games.

[I_AM_CANADIAN]

Its just a new system software has nothing to do with trade 3 or GG. Its just in place for a universal system, where as you can be in there system in any part of Canada (and yes they will be able to see if your banned from 1 store or from them entirely). Trade-in Promo is there cream of the crop its a multi-million dollar scheme that EB/GS gets every year. There practice of selling used games actually puts alot of game developers out of business because of used game sales.

And yes they can see your entire history of trades you did with that branch. With the new system they can see all your trade ins at all stores.

I haven't been following this thread for a while, so I've been out of the loop, but is this system coming into effect at all stores soon?

[GVRtrader]

BBV wont die for a while. Everyone thinks they'll close up shop come Oct. 1 . . . it's gonna be a long drawn out process, like the entire series of Law and Order . . . don't you guys watch TV? It takes Judge Judy a half-hour to settle a small civil suit, this is going to take months, years maybe.

Personally i think they'll last the year but if you have 4 digit+ of credit... good idea to lower it to 3 digits or even 2 digit worth of credit. Stacking credits @ BBV seems much easier than any other location so if you can, its better to stack as you go instead of having a bunch of BBV credit. As for how long it will actually take, thats quite debatable but you're right, there's no way it will close Oct. 1 and very unlikely this calender year. Thats just my personal opinion of course and i have pretty much cleared my accounts @ BBV already (actually cleared it last month but stacked it back up and had to clear it again...).:lol: The real question is when BBV close down, will they be able to find a reason to not accept GC (seems to be mentioned a few times but i got no clue how they can get out of accepting gift cards as a form of payment).

[Airtrack]

I wouldn't be playing games if i were your age lol...ruins your 'adult' status :lol: Also, i would assume that the majority of female population don't 'dig' video games.

Hmmm I think you're gonna disturb the peace with that kind of comment :o
You think the majority of people who go to video game conventions/PAX are tweens?;)

[GVRtrader]

I haven't been following this thread for a while, so I've been out of the loop, but is this system coming into effect at all stores soon?

Yes the system will be implemented in all stores soon but hasn't been implemented yet. As for how effective it will be, i have my doubts and i'm sure many others do too. Odds are there will be loopholes in the system but this time i won't break it down in public so they won't get a chance to fix it. I will try to break it down privately tho.:lol: Hopefully they implement it before i grad so i have more time to break down their system.:lol:

[ecsw]

I wouldn't be playing games if i were your age lol...ruins your 'adult' status :lol: Also, i would assume that the majority of female population don't 'dig' video games.

:lol: what else does marry man do when he has kids who goes to bed after 9:30? U heard the joke that married man only need a pack of condom every year? :lol: don't laugh, u will understand soon. :twisted:

[GVRtrader]

Wii active is finally on sale in BC today in EB. Anyone wants to do NHL better do it quick. With many ppl PM in FS and BB, it's going to be off the list soon. FS I visited sold out of PS3 NHL already and only 1 XBOX left.

FS
Wii active bundle $17
PS3 MAG $18
Xbox SCC $15

EB
Ds biggest loser $7.75
Wii game party 2 $7

Got both NHL11 XBOX and NHL Slapshot. After 2 EB and 2 FS.

My wife is officially mad at me running around trading games. :cry:

Statements like that reminds me how lucky i am to have a GF willing to help me trade games.:lol:

Which FS did you go to because every FS i went to so far had quite a few copies of NHL 11 left for both PS3 and 360 as of this afternoon. They also won't change their list of games this week (or at least haven't in the past). I doubt they will start now and the promo ends tomorrow anyways. Even if they remove it off the list, not every rep will know about the change and continue to use the old list so at best, the deal becomes a YMMV deal.:)

[ecsw]

Statements like that reminds me how lucky i am to have a GF willing to help me trade games.:lol:
Which FS did you go to because every FS i went to so far had quite a few copies of NHL 11 left for both PS3 and 360 as of this afternoon. They also won't change their list of games this week (or at least haven't in the past). I doubt they will start now and the promo ends tomorrow anyways. Even if they remove it off the list, not every rep will know about the change and continue to use the old list so at best, the deal becomes a YMMV deal.:)
Surrey central.
:lol: guess it's time to use the credit to buy something she like. :razz:
She was excited when I took games to trade for a new dsi for our daughter. :confused:
Oh well, she will get over it. After all the PO I made and credits saved for each store, at least there won't be any credit card bill on games for a while. :lol: and it will also keep my son happy with all the new games. ;)

[whiteflag]

what's a good 2nd game and where to get it to trade with ea active at fs for nhl 11? how much?

[ecsw]

what's a good 2nd game and where to get it to trade with ea active at fs for nhl 11? how much?

$20-$25 depending on what u can find in RP. I took 1 from my library and one from SCC.

[GVRtrader]

Surrey central.
:lol: guess it's time to use the credit to buy something she like. :razz:
She was excited when I took games to trade for a new dsi for our daughter. :confused:
Oh well, she will get over it. After all the PO I made and credits saved for each store, at least there won't be any credit card bill on games for a while. :lol: and it will also keep my son happy with all the new games. ;)

I'm guessing thats a SFU effect lol. Surprising how many CS students @ SFU come here (i see the site on laptops all the time lol). They had quite a few behind the cage yesterday morning but didn't goto Surrey campus today (and thus didn't even goto Surrey) today. I figured it was one of the Surrey stores... so i guess i got to change my trip plan tomorrow (and i got class in Surrey too:cry: ). Hopefully the BB @ SC still has stock (shows in stock on website and i believe the BB stock check is accurate... the FS one @ SC isn't as i experienced that first hand earlier in the year lol).

[whiteflag]

is left for dead 2 for 35 the second cheapest game from eb that qualifies for fs t2? would rather use eb credit since i dont hav rp credits.

[boondock]

The EB webiste now has a option to check if the store near you has copies of the any given game your looking for?

Anyone else notice that?

[Vinman]

The EB webiste now has a option to check if the store near you has copies of the any given game your looking for?

Actually, they just took that option away, and added in a new (more convoluted) method of clicking on "Check Store Stock" button - talk about bad development. Before, it used to be like FS/BB/etc. where you clicked on a product and store stock showed up in a portion of the screen.

[TripleQ]

Statements like that reminds me how lucky i am to have a GF willing to help me trade games.:lol:

Which FS did you go to because every FS i went to so far had quite a few copies of NHL 11 left for both PS3 and 360 as of this afternoon. They also won't change their list of games this week (or at least haven't in the past). I doubt they will start now and the promo ends tomorrow anyways. Even if they remove it off the list, not every rep will know about the change and continue to use the old list so at best, the deal becomes a YMMV deal.:)

There have been 2 occasions that I can remember where they've changed the list midweek. It is rare though. Looks like Active is still on it today anyway. I was thinking more about if they would keep it on for Halo next week.

[chdude3]

The crazy part is, lots of ppl are willing to pay $10 cheaper for used one. I used to think $70 for a game is insane until I know how to trade. :razz: It's all in perspective, and people have a hard time rationalizing absolute versus relative value. I've seen people go nuts trying to get an item for $5 that's regularly $15 - drive a little further to a different store and do a PM, for example. But that's a $10 savings - just like getting the used game for $10 less.


I wouldn't be playing games if i were your age lol...ruins your 'adult' status :lol: Also, i would assume that the majority of female population don't 'dig' video games.My wife tolerates my hobby, thankfully. I haven't got time to run around with trades anymore so I have to slowly work away the credit I've built up. With BBV in question, Rogers seemingly pulling out, and EB's new system coming in though, the Golden Age of Turds is just about over.


Actually, they just took that option away, and added in a new (more convoluted) method of clicking on "Check Store Stock" button - talk about bad development. Before, it used to be like FS/BB/etc. where you clicked on a product and store stock showed up in a portion of the screen.Yeah I noticed that - what a stupid change! It was really nice previously, you'd just click on a game and it'd show the closest stores that have stock. It's almost like EB/Gamestop hates its customers...

[Vinman]

Yeah I noticed that - what a stupid change! It was really nice previously, you'd just click on a game and it'd show the closest stores that have stock. It's almost like EB/Gamestop hates its customers...

Actually, I think it's the web team openly declaring war on the retail stores - they're effectively hiding brick & mortar store stock, or making it more difficult and time consuming to locate, thus (they hope) driving more customers to buy online.

I'm not sure EB central, or the stores, will think this is a great idea. :lol:

BTW, anyone who wants the online stock indicator reinstated, EMAIL then now at help@gamestop.ca and help@gamestop.com

[TripleQ]

You'd think that EB of all stores would want foot traffic more than web traffic.. until you can trade in games online anyway.

It helps a bit to set a home store, but still worse than before.

[Vinman]

It helps a bit to set a home store, but still worse than before.

What's the use of a home store, as my postal code works? It does not change the product page in any way.

[suffocate]

Do you have EB credit?

T2 + $19.99 is a better deal if you have existing EB credit, because it requires you to hunt only 2 turds (game with high TIV $8_ at EB but low price elsewhere) instead of 3.

Smooth did a new post in Hot Deals with interesting info for you.


:lol: what else does marry man do when he has kids who goes to bed after 9:30? U heard the joke that married man only need a pack of condom every year? :lol: don't laugh, u will understand soon. :twisted:

Damn man, sounds like you're living my life.

My son goes to bed around 8-9 (18months and stubborn)
Wife goes to bed around 9:30 - 10 ish.

I play games until 12:30. Wash.rinse.repeat Sunday - Thusday nights.

That way games don't infringe on family life and I have time for myself that doesn't include being away from the family and drinking booze. :)

[Vinman]

U heard the joke that married man only need a pack of condom every year?

And that's just for the girlfriend.

[mahjongmaniac]

Statements like that reminds me how lucky i am to have a GF willing to help me trade games.:lol:

Which FS did you go to because every FS i went to so far had quite a few copies of NHL 11 left for both PS3 and 360 as of this afternoon. They also won't change their list of games this week (or at least haven't in the past). I doubt they will start now and the promo ends tomorrow anyways. Even if they remove it off the list, not every rep will know about the change and continue to use the old list so at best, the deal becomes a YMMV deal.:)

IME, they've always checked the online list, as it's the most updated source for info
so once the online list is updated w/ removed games, pretty much SOL

the physical copy of the game list that they rec'v prior to promo starting would indeed be the old list, so if you happen to luck out to find a CSR like that, all the better

[Ssseth]

Damn man, sounds like you're living my life.

My son goes to bed around 8-9 (18months and stubborn)
Wife goes to bed around 9:30 - 10 ish.

I play games until 12:30. Wash.rinse.repeat Sunday - Thusday nights.

That way games don't infringe on family life and I have time for myself that doesn't include being away from the family and drinking booze. :)
Wow, we could be triplets. I have the exact same pattern (except my daughter is 4 months old). :lol:

[chdude3]

Damn man, sounds like you're living my life.

My son goes to bed around 8-9 (18months and stubborn)
Wife goes to bed around 9:30 - 10 ish.

I play games until 12:30. Wash.rinse.repeat Sunday - Thusday nights.

That way games don't infringe on family life and I have time for myself that doesn't include being away from the family and drinking booze. :)I should be so lucky! I get my daughter into bed by 8:30. My wife heads to bed 10-10:30, but I'm expected to be there as well. I wish I could play from 10-midnight. :(

[La Fleur]

While we're on the subject, I wonder what time klepto tucks balonis into bed?

[Arloskay]

EB, Sep 9-2010

DS: Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days $5.25 (even though it is on the most wanted list for this month - it has actually gone down from a couple of weeks ago)

[Smooth~]

So a guy walks into EB while im there and wants to trade his games for NHL 11

PS3:
NHL 10
Fallout
NBA 08
Viking
Overlord Raising Hell
Cabela's Adventure 2009
Darksiders
Star Ocean: The Last Hope
RDR Strategy Guide
= $61.75 in Trade Value.

So I offered to buy NHL 11 with my credits if he would give me his games and his RDR guide and he smiled and said "OK Sweet"
He saved himself like $9 + Taxes. He didn't know about the T3 for NHL 11 and he had 3 qualifying games for it lol. So then in turn i traded 3 of them for the Move Bundle while the others paid off the difference lol.

NHL 10 = $2
Fallout = $5
Viking = $4.25
Overlord = $5
NBA = 0
Cabela = $9.xx
Darksider = $9.xx
Star Ocean = $12.xx
RDR guide = 0

TIV EB Sept 8
PS3
Assassin Creed 2 = $9.xx
COD MW2 = $20.25
COD MW1 = $6.xx
BFBC2 = $25
:twisted:

[Ssseth]

So a guy walks into EB while im there and wants to trade his games for NHL 11

PS3:
NHL 10
Fallout
NBA 08
Viking
Overlord Raising Hell
Cabela's Adventure 2009
Darksiders
Star Ocean: The Last Hope
RDR Strategy Guide
= $61.75 in Trade Value.

So I offered to buy NHL 11 with my credits if he would give me his games and his RDR guide and he smiled and said "OK Sweet"
He saved himself like $9 + Taxes. He didn't know about the T3 for NHL 11 and he had 3 qualifying games for it lol. So then in turn i traded 3 of them for the Move Bundle while the others paid off the difference lol.

NHL 10 = $2
Fallout = $5
Viking = $4.25
Overlord = $5
NBA = 0
Cabela = $9.xx
Darksider = $9.xx
Star Ocean = $12.xx
RDR guide = 0

TIV EB Sept 8
PS3
Assassin Creed 2 = $9.xx
COD MW2 = $20.25
COD MW1 = $6.xx
BFBC2 = $25
:twisted:
Tsk, tsk. I think I would have just told him about the promo myself since it's another gamer and not just a store you are dealing with.

[yoda12320]

Tsk, tsk. I think I would have just told him about the promo myself since it's another gamer and not just a store you are dealing with.


Then agian would be worse b/c EB would like you then :P They hate an informed costumer lol, they want those idiot's walking in and trading for trade credit for games not t2/t3s hehe. Smooth did do a little crossing over the line but hey it happens and I'd do the same b/c theres so many people looking here and tivs.ca its not hard to find tivs these days lol.

[Lone_Prodigy]

So a guy walks into EB while im there and wants to trade his games for NHL 11

So instead of EB ripping him off, you ripped him off. Smooth.

[4got10]

Tsk, tsk. I think I would have just told him about the promo myself since it's another gamer and not just a store you are dealing with.

I wonder if there was some collusion going on here. I am wondering why the CSR didn't let the guy know he could trade 2+$$ or 3 for NHL 11.

[yoda12320]

I wonder if there was some collusion going on here. I am wondering why the CSR didn't let the guy know he could trade 2+$$ or 3 for NHL 11.

Haha EB CSR's could give a f less lol. Usually only the good ones will and probably didn't see this games before smooth~ grabbed them lol.

[Smooth~]

Well he let the CSR ring em up and came out to $61 in store credit. Dude didn't have enough for NHL anyways and it didn't hurt to buy it for him. Either way its a win win situation for both of us since all he wanted to do was dump his games for NHL11 and he walked out with NHL 11.

[prince_f_swords]

FS
SC: Conviction - 15
EA Sports Active Wii - 17

Both are still working for NHL11.

[danyo]

I have Batman:AA (non GOTY) for a T2 for NHL11 promo at BB.
I need a second game to trade but I dont have one.
Should I pick up a used one from EB to use for the T2 promo?
If so, which is the cheapest that qualifies?

Promo list: http://www.bestbuy.ca/en-CA/trade-in-popup.aspx?xml=promo_1

[ecsw]

Damn man, sounds like you're living my life.
My son goes to bed around 8-9 (18months and stubborn)
Wife goes to bed around 9:30 - 10 ish.
I play games until 12:30. Wash.rinse.repeat Sunday - Thusday nights.
That way games don't infringe on family life and I have time for myself that doesn't include being away from the family and drinking booze. :)


Wow, we could be triplets. I have the exact same pattern (except my daughter is 4 months old).


I should be so lucky! I get my daughter into bed by 8:30. My wife heads to bed 10-10:30, but I'm expected to be there as well. I wish I could play from 10-midnight

Glad I am not alone.



And that's just for the girlfriend.


I know, I use that just as an "indication". :p Joke is as follow for ppl havent hear about this...

A son went with father to pharmacy and saw pack of 3 condoms. Son asked father what are those for. Father replied "Those are for High School Students". He continued "1 for Friday, 1 for Saturday and 1 for Sunday". Son was excited and pointed to the 6 pack and ask "then what are those for?". Father said "oh, those are for college students, 2 for Friday, 2 for Saturday and 2 for Sunday. Son then point at 12 pack and ask the same question. Father look at it and said sadly "Those are for married man, one for January, one for Feb....."


Damn, Multi-Quote is a waste of time. :p

[ecsw]

I have Batman:AA (non GOTY) for a T2 for NHL11 promo at BB.
I need a second game to trade but I dont have one.
Should I pick up a used one from EB to use for the T2 promo?
If so, which is the cheapest that qualifies?

Promo list: http://www.bestbuy.ca/en-CA/trade-in-popup.aspx?xml=promo_1

there are at least 2 qualifiers in EB for under $30 last time IIRC. It's only good if you have EB credit. if you have to buy with cash, RP would be a better bet.

[ecsw]

Well he let the CSR ring em up and came out to $61 in store credit. Dude didn't have enough for NHL anyways and it didn't hurt to buy it for him. Either way its a win win situation for both of us since all he wanted to do was dump his games for NHL11 and he walked out with NHL 11.

Damn, smooth, you hang out too much in that store. ;) u should have a booth outside of EB checking every customer's trade before they go in. :)

Hey, maybe we should have a booth outside every EB as "Game trading consultant". "Maximize your game trade, guarantee". Sounds like a business opportunity. :razz: lol.

[murdazz]

Damn, smooth, you hang out too much in that store. ;) u should have a booth outside of EB checking every customer's trade before they go in. :)

Hey, maybe we should have a booth outside every EB as "Game trading consultant". "Maximize your game trade, guarantee". Sounds like a business opportunity. :razz: lol.

haha +1

[danyo]

FS only has Batman:AA GOTY edition on their trade-in list, but not the regular edition.
Will they still let me trade the regular edition? I mean, it IS worth more...

[hotjoint]

LOL Smooth

[dtp11]

Actually, I think it's the web team openly declaring war on the retail stores - they're effectively hiding brick & mortar store stock, or making it more difficult and time consuming to locate, thus (they hope) driving more customers to buy online.

I'm not sure EB central, or the stores, will think this is a great idea. :lol:

BTW, anyone who wants the online stock indicator reinstated, EMAIL then now at help@gamestop.ca and help@gamestop.com+1, email feedback@gamestop.ca to complain - only takes a minute or two! Report back so I can "thank" you! :)

p.s. while you're at it, feel free to suggest that they add more games to their site! What a pain in the butt searching for a game and it's not on there! Thanks in advance as well!

[modano9]

FS only has Batman:AA GOTY edition on their trade-in list, but not the regular edition.
Will they still let me trade the regular edition? I mean, it IS worth more...

I think the GOTY has a different bar code so likely no. However if you get them to manually lookup the game you may have a chance.

[Xephy]

lol smooth. you killed it. haha

[nibbler1]

So a guy walks into EB while im there and wants to trade his games for NHL 11

PS3:
NHL 10
Fallout
NBA 08
Viking
Overlord Raising Hell
Cabela's Adventure 2009
Darksiders
Star Ocean: The Last Hope
RDR Strategy Guide
= $61.75 in Trade Value.

So I offered to buy NHL 11 with my credits if he would give me his games and his RDR guide and he smiled and said "OK Sweet"
He saved himself like $9 + Taxes. He didn't know about the T3 for NHL 11 and he had 3 qualifying games for it lol. So then in turn i traded 3 of them for the Move Bundle while the others paid off the difference lol.

NHL 10 = $2
Fallout = $5
Viking = $4.25
Overlord = $5
NBA = 0
Cabela = $9.xx
Darksider = $9.xx
Star Ocean = $12.xx
RDR guide = 0

TIV EB Sept 8
PS3
Assassin Creed 2 = $9.xx
COD MW2 = $20.25
COD MW1 = $6.xx
BFBC2 = $25
:twisted:

You can twist that however you'd like but the more honourable thing to do would have been to inform the guy that he had three qualifiers. Certainly what I would have done.

[ecsw]

FS only has Batman:AA GOTY edition on their trade-in list, but not the regular edition.
Will they still let me trade the regular edition? I mean, it IS worth more...

they might not..... but if u see nice CSR in FS, they might.
I think BB has regular edition PS3 Batman AA in their list, but Active is not.

[Xephy]

You can twist that however you'd like but the more honourable thing to do would have been to inform the guy that he had three qualifiers. Certainly what I would have done.

+1

[yoda12320]

Ya honestly i'd say f' if they can't look at tivs.ca and make up their mind from there b/c we have so many lurkers on rfd tiv thread lol.

[murdazz]

pretty lame, but what can u expect from a hoarder..

[modano9]

So a guy walks into EB while im there and wants to trade his games for NHL 11

PS3:
NHL 10
Fallout
NBA 08
Viking
Overlord Raising Hell
Cabela's Adventure 2009
Darksiders
Star Ocean: The Last Hope
RDR Strategy Guide
= $61.75 in Trade Value.

So I offered to buy NHL 11 with my credits if he would give me his games and his RDR guide and he smiled and said "OK Sweet"
He saved himself like $9 + Taxes. He didn't know about the T3 for NHL 11 and he had 3 qualifying games for it lol. So then in turn i traded 3 of them for the Move Bundle while the others paid off the difference lol.

NHL 10 = $2
Fallout = $5
Viking = $4.25
Overlord = $5
NBA = 0
Cabela = $9.xx
Darksider = $9.xx
Star Ocean = $12.xx
RDR guide = 0

TIV EB Sept 8
PS3
Assassin Creed 2 = $9.xx
COD MW2 = $20.25
COD MW1 = $6.xx
BFBC2 = $25
:twisted:

Teach a man to fish...geez:facepalm:
I've taken a few under my wing and it has paid off huge. They do all the grunt work for me.

[ecsw]

that new stock searching tool on EB website is not bad at all. it actually did a better job than before. What was the complain?

[Smooth~]

you guys are haterz lol

[Ssseth]

Well he let the CSR ring em up and came out to $61 in store credit. Dude didn't have enough for NHL anyways and it didn't hurt to buy it for him. Either way its a win win situation for both of us since all he wanted to do was dump his games for NHL11 and he walked out with NHL 11.
How old was he? Would you have done it if it was a 12 year old kid?

[yoda12320]

How old was he? Would you have done it if it was a 12 year old kid?

Hmm yes use jedi mind trick yoda would hmm :P.

[Xeerochild]

It's a dog eat dog world... or hoarder eat helpless customer world.
You didn't do those trade-ins at the same store which you bought the games from, did you? Pretty ballsy to have the guy check the TIVs on those games, then offer to buy them, then do a T3. You made about $20 credit from that stunt, not bad I suppose.

[Ssseth]

Anyway, not hating really. Just saying I wouldn't do it myself. It doesn't seem like a very honorable thing to do to a fellow gamer.

Whatever, I'll get off my soap box now. It's a turd eat turd world out there.

[Luskan]

that new stock searching tool on EB website is not bad at all. it actually did a better job than before. What was the complain?

1. extra steps
2. every game I've checked in TO say call store to check stock... :evil:

[suffocate]

It's a dog eat dog world... or hoarder eat helpless customer world.
You didn't do those trade-ins at the same store which you bought the games from, did you? Pretty ballsy to have the guy check the TIVs on those games, then offer to buy them, then do a T3. You made about $20 credit from that stunt, not bad I suppose.

Yes, dog eat dog world when push comes to shove... but it doesn't have to be that way all the time.

He comes off as a db in this because he's been more than successful in the past with his trading, to take advantage of another gamer is pretty low/lame in my opinion.

Stick it to the companies, not other gamers...

but to each their own I guess...

[Smooth~]

How old was he? Would you have done it if it was a 12 year old kid?

I dunno around mid twenties? also smelled like weed. Of course I didn't do it at that location you crazy? I did it this morning lol.

[Vinman]

that new stock searching tool on EB website is not bad at all. it actually did a better job than before. What was the complain?

That each product page no longer shows the stock at your local stores, like it did before. Previously, EB/GS showed active stock like FS and BB does, now it's nested/hidden within a specific sub-page for each and every product.

Why they did this I have no idea, and my only theory is that the online department wants more people to buy online as opposed to easily seeing the stock lists at stores.

[Rakesh079]

BBV - Sept 9

X360: Tekken 6 - $6 (really should of gotten this in sooner when it was $10...)
X360: Splinter Cell Conviction - $30
X360: BioShock 2 - $30 (surprised this is so high considering BBV has a ton of them)

I originally went in to do the T2 + $10 for COD: Black Ops, but Black Ops is in their system for $60 so just had to pay $7 and change for taxes.

[Rakesh079]

And you my friend had better hope Blockbuster does not go under before November 10th. Shareholders first, and all that. ;)

Lol yea, bit of a risk on my part, but personally don't see it happening within 2 months. We'll see though I've been wrong before lol.

[Vinman]

Due to September 30th being D-day for BBV, I would not recommend anyone hold a significant amount of BBV credit past the end of this month. If they go under, you'll just be one of a million unsecured creditors unable to make use of the "cash 'n carry" 3rd-party closeout sales.

[KrazyGuy]

That Gs csr was a ***** to not tell that dude about the 3 qualifiers, and a T3 for NHL 11. Like what I said before, they only would totaled up the tivs and wouldn't mention anything about qualifiers and trade promos.GS deserved getting our turds, because they're the real scammers, preying on people with out the knowledge of trade promos, and not informing them when they are there. Me personally, I would of told that dude about the 3 qualifiers and the T3 for NHL11, and in the process would of told a smart-ass remark to that that csr for being a *****.::lol:>:(:twisted:

[Arachknight]

I should be so lucky! I get my daughter into bed by 8:30. My wife heads to bed 10-10:30, but I'm expected to be there as well. I wish I could play from 10-midnight. :(

I start puting my daughter to bed at 7:30 (she's 3) but I wait till she's asleep before I play. Sometimes that's around 9. She already wants to 'help' me play. And now I have a 1 month old who doesn't go to bed till 9:30. I sometimes play from then till 11:00 or till I get mad and start swearing at the tv.
Sucks playing so late because almost everyone on my friends list is offline.

[yoda12320]

That Gs csr was a ***** to not tell that dude about the 3 qualifiers, and a T3 for NHL 11. Like what I said before, they only would totaled up the tivs and wouldn't mention anything about qualifiers and trade promos.GS deserved getting our turds, because they're the real scammers, preying on people with out the knowledge of trade promos, and not informing them when they are there. Me personally, I would of told that dude about the 3 qualifiers and the T3 for NHL11, and in the process would of told a smart-ass remark to that that csr for being a *****.::lol:>:(:twisted:

+1

[adeel]

I start puting my daughter to bed at 7:30 (she's 3) but I wait till she's asleep before I play. Sometimes that's around 9. She already wants to 'help' me play. And now I have a 1 month old who doesn't go to bed till 9:30. I sometimes play from then till 11:00 or till I get mad and start swearing at the tv.
Sucks playing so late because almost everyone on my friends list is offline.

LOL sounds like you need some younger online buddies

[GVRtrader]

IME, they've always checked the online list, as it's the most updated source for info
so once the online list is updated w/ removed games, pretty much SOL

the physical copy of the game list that they rec'v prior to promo starting would indeed be the old list, so if you happen to luck out to find a CSR like that, all the better

Besides Queens BB, i believe every trade in i did was matched with a paper copy instead of the online copy (as strange as that sound) @ BB. FS was about 1/2 and 1/2 since some stores didn't actually have a paper copy (or at least wasn't @ the terminal).

[GVRtrader]

FS only has Batman:AA GOTY edition on their trade-in list, but not the regular edition.
Will they still let me trade the regular edition? I mean, it IS worth more...

Nope but BB takes the regular edition as T2 and for the most part the lists are similar.

[danyo]

Traded PS3 Batman:AA (non-GOTY) + Wii Active (fresh from EB) for NHL11 at FS.

I was afraid PS3 Batman:AA wouldn't be accepted, since only the GOTY edition shows up on the games list that qualify.
The guy scanned it and it didn't show up as a qualifying game, but he pulled the game list up manually and qualified it for my trade in.

[fexhung]

Sept. 9/10

EB: Heavy Rain - $26.50

[grappos13]

Traded Batman:AA (non-GOTY) + Wii Active (fresh from EB) for NHL11 at FS.

I was afraid Batman:AA wouldn't be accepted, since only the GOTY edition shows up on the games list that qualify.
The guy scanned it and it didn't show up as a qualifying game, but he pulled the game list up manually and qualified it for my trade in.

regular edition IS on the list at FS if its for 360... the PS3 one isnt so we arent sure which you used because u havent said... btw what FS did u go to? both the markham ones they "show up" as a qualifying came, they just do it based on the list.. heck last night, they didnt even check if splinter cell and ea active were on the list at markham east but i bet thats because they had done the trade before... since all they r doing is putting the rest on a house account, they could do it for any 2 games if they wanted lol

[GVRtrader]

So a guy walks into EB while im there and wants to trade his games for NHL 11

PS3:
NHL 10
Fallout
NBA 08
Viking
Overlord Raising Hell
Cabela's Adventure 2009
Darksiders
Star Ocean: The Last Hope
RDR Strategy Guide
= $61.75 in Trade Value.

So I offered to buy NHL 11 with my credits if he would give me his games and his RDR guide and he smiled and said "OK Sweet"
He saved himself like $9 + Taxes. He didn't know about the T3 for NHL 11 and he had 3 qualifying games for it lol. So then in turn i traded 3 of them for the Move Bundle while the others paid off the difference lol.

NHL 10 = $2
Fallout = $5
Viking = $4.25
Overlord = $5
NBA = 0
Cabela = $9.xx
Darksider = $9.xx
Star Ocean = $12.xx
RDR guide = 0

TIV EB Sept 8
PS3
Assassin Creed 2 = $9.xx
COD MW2 = $20.25
COD MW1 = $6.xx
BFBC2 = $25
:twisted:

The CSR that was working there would've (at least via policy) told him about he T3 promo so really you just scammed the guy out of ~18 credits. As respect to a fellow gamer, the right thing to do would've told him about the T3 deal instead of scamming him. Don't know why you would feel good about scamming a fellow gamer and if the rep there was paying attention, they probably should've noticed what happened and banned you from the store.

[yoda12320]

Wow talk about Big Boy font on EB/GS site like it wasn't hard to read in the first place lol. http://www.gamestop.ca/Catalog/ProductDetails.aspx?Product_ID=279038 :P

[GVRtrader]

regular edition IS on the list at FS if its for 360... the PS3 one isnt so we arent sure which you used because u havent said... btw what FS did u go to? both the markham ones they "show up" as a qualifying came, they just do it based on the list.. heck last night, they didnt even check if splinter cell and ea active were on the list at markham east but i bet thats because they had done the trade before... since all they r doing is putting the rest on a house account, they could do it for any 2 games if they wanted lol

In theory ya they could do it with just about any games but if they do it with the wrong games and someone checks the records (i'm sure BB/FS will randomly check a few transaction), the rep will likely be in trouble. Of course EAA and SCC are commonly used by RFDers so by now every rep probably has either one of those games in trade combos.:lol:

[La Fleur]

I'm surprised Vinman hasn't gone apesh*t on the thread derailment going on, but I guess since he's a family man, we'll get to hear his bedtime tuck in rituals soon too. Anyway, I've been wanting to share a special tiv, but there's too much ethical posturing and daddy day care stories and not enough tivs in here. It just doesnt seem right.

While we are off-topic, the new season of Hoarders starts this week. Now that's a show with TRUE hoarders . . . I'd safely say most of us here are not mentally beleaguered like some of the people on that show, collecting little pieces of trash and obsessing over it.

[Xeerochild]

Sept. 9/10

EB: Heavy Rain - $26.50

Tanked $8 in about two days. All that PT potential wisped away.

[danyo]

regular edition IS on the list at FS if its for 360... the PS3 one isnt so we arent sure which you used because u havent said... btw what FS did u go to? both the markham ones they "show up" as a qualifying came, they just do it based on the list.. heck last night, they didnt even check if splinter cell and ea active were on the list at markham east but i bet thats because they had done the trade before... since all they r doing is putting the rest on a house account, they could do it for any 2 games if they wanted lol

I meant the PS3 version, woops!
I went to the Futureshop at Warden/Hwy7, Markham Town Centre.

[FulciKills]

That Gs csr was a ***** to not tell that dude about the 3 qualifiers, and a T3 for NHL 11. Like what I said before, they only would totaled up the tivs and wouldn't mention anything about qualifiers and trade promos.GS deserved getting our turds, because they're the real scammers, preying on people with out the knowledge of trade promos, and not informing them when they are there. Me personally, I would of told that dude about the 3 qualifiers and the T3 for NHL11, and in the process would of told a smart-ass remark to that that csr for being a *****.::lol:>:(:twisted:

I've done on average about 30 T3/T2's since January at 5 different EB's across NS and I swear to god, not once have I've been told by an EB CSR that any of my games have qualified for any promos they had. Not one time. I wouldn't call that a coincidence but more so a policy.

And for Smooth, that was a low thing to do. (Don't know why'd you brag about it) While not trying to raise flags with CSR's, I've plenty of times quietly told uninformed gamers that they can get more for their trades with T3's/PT and they're always stoked to find out about that info, since all the EB's around here won't help anyone out with the 411.

[Smooth~]

The weird thing is that I would do it again :twisted:

[suffocate]

I'm surprised Vinman hasn't gone apesh*t on the thread derailment going on, but I guess since he's a family man, we'll get to hear his bedtime tuck in rituals soon too. Anyway, I've been wanting to share a special tiv, but there's too much ethical posturing and daddy day care stories and not enough tivs in here. It just doesnt seem right.

While we are off-topic, the new season of Hoarders starts this week. Now that's a show with TRUE hoarders . . . I'd safely say most of us here are not mentally beleaguered like some of the people on that show, collecting little pieces of trash and obsessing over it.

So bring it back with some content, and bring the conversation back to topic. Otherwise, the focus has been on a slimeball braging about screwing others over.

[ecsw]

no one see my joke or is it not funny? :o

[La Fleur]

So bring it back with some content, and bring the conversation back to topic. Otherwise, the focus has been on a slimeball braging about screwing others over.

EB

Persia: Forgotten Sands - PS3 - 24.50

Expect this to drop after the Toys R Us sale

[ecsw]

EB

Persia: Forgotten Sands - PS3 - 24.50

Expect this to drop after the Toys R Us sale

that would be a good one for next week's FS trade? ;)

[La Fleur]

that would be a good one for next week's FS trade? ;)

Not likely, when everyone's gonna try and PM it with FS/BB tomorrow and it'll drop from the T2 list. That;s the hidden beauty of FS/BB doing these T2 promos on a Tuesday, gives them tons of time to adjust their list if a competitor drops the price of an eligible title.

[Smooth~]

So the rumor bird told me that once the EB system is in placed, the T3, T2, T1, etc will only be using AAA titles and no longer turds. they are slowly adding it in as we all see now with the T2 GF this month with selected titles. EB/GS may be matching Bestbuy/FS AAA trade-in's so all 3 will have identical trade-ins. EB/GS/BB/FS will all be adding TIV to their websites which may or may not destroy TIVS.ca since we all know Blockbuster will see its demise very shortly.
Just a Rumor but I can assure you that its a possibility if you think about it once TIVS are in placed all at major stores website you can say goodbye to turd trades and only AAA trades.

[suffocate]

EB

Persia: Forgotten Sands - PS3 - 24.50

Expect this to drop after the Toys R Us sale

I'd imagine that it would remain a qualifier for a while though... so if you wanted to play prior to dumping it it could be worth while.

[blainehamilton]

Just a Rumor but I can assure you that its a possibility if you think about it once TIVS are in placed all at major stores website you can say goodbye to turd trades and only AAA trades.


And hello to piracy galore.

[Xeerochild]

I'd imagine that it would remain a qualifier for a while though... so if you wanted to play prior to dumping it it could be worth while.

It's funny you say that. I always wondered if we could forecast the TIV on a game so we had an estimate of how long we had to work with it. Of course, this would have to be done via PM to avoid espionage, but it'd be interesting to see.

[La Fleur]

I'd imagine that it would remain a qualifier for a while though... so if you wanted to play prior to dumping it it could be worth while.

Absolutely . . . it'll be good for another month or 2 yet, but for PT purposes or those looking to make a quick buck, better do it ASAP . . . I can see it drop to 18 on the weekend.

[Smooth~]

yep and the fact that theres a bunch of people in Edmonton selling the USB mod chip already. I have an extra 160gb phat PS3 that just collects dust so I might try that USB and fiddle around with it, but he wants $250 for it lol

[haze0330]

I meant the PS3 version, woops!
I went to the Futureshop at Warden/Hwy7, Markham Town Centre.

Just wondering who you traded with. I had trouble trading with one of the employee there with no manuals multiple times, so frustrating.

[Vinman]

So the rumor bird told me that once the EB system is in placed, the T3, T2, T1, etc will only be using AAA titles and no longer turds.

I highly doubt that will work, as EB's entire business is built around their extensive selection of used games and their ability to create a trade-n-buy clientele. By limiting promos to only the latest, hottest games (which you could sell for far more) their stores will soon be ghost towns.

Personally speaking, if everyone is doing the same trades using the same games, I'll just cut down on POs and go to FS and do a T2 on anything I really want.

[belowzeros]

Well he let the CSR ring em up and came out to $61 in store credit. Dude didn't have enough for NHL anyways and it didn't hurt to buy it for him. Either way its a win win situation for both of us since all he wanted to do was dump his games for NHL11 and he walked out with NHL 11.


The weird thing is that I would do it again :twisted:

douche move anyway you slice it dude...you need to go to church tonight or something ;)



yep and the fact that theres a bunch of people in Edmonton selling the USB mod chip already. I have an extra 160gb phat PS3 that just collects dust so I might try that USB and fiddle around with it, but he wants $250 for it lol

fwiw you don't need to buy those usb keys. a group released a freeware version and then some other people tweaked it so it was identical to the retail one. and you can download the code now (it's named something else). they apparently did it because of the lawsuits Sony has launched in multiple countries. don't PM me for it anyone I'm not helping anyone pirate, sorry :)

[danyo]

Just wondering who you traded with. I had trouble trading with one of the employee there with no manuals multiple times, so frustrating.

I'm not sure of his name, but it was the larger guy of the two guys on the floor.
Sorry I can't be of more help.

[nibbler1]

BBV
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God of War 3 - $30 (PS3)
Super Street Fighter 4 - $30 (PS3)

As per their current promo.

[modano9]

I'm not sure of his name, but it was the larger guy of the two guys on the floor.
Sorry I can't be of more help.

The guy was more gamer like of the two guys on the floor is what you meant to say...right?
Did he look like this?
http://media.gamerevolution.com/images/misc/southpark-wow-2.jpg

[haze0330]

I'm not sure of his name, but it was the larger guy of the two guys on the floor.
Sorry I can't be of more help.


That answered the question already. Thank you.

[whiteflag]

tried to pm ea active at fs but stupid ***** csr wouldnt let me do it, bc she said on the fine print "offer may be discountinued at anytime...select titles only..." i told her that other fs pm'd and she said that their breaking the rules?! so their own rule of pricematching?

[Joe_Dirt]

tried to pm ea active at fs but stupid ***** csr wouldnt let me do it, bc she said on the fine print "offer may be discountinued at anytime...select titles only..." i told her that other fs pm'd and she said that their breaking the rules?! so their own rule of pricematching?

Went to BB today. Had no flyer but a phone number for them to call to verify stock and price which I'd done before going to BB of course. CSR got his manager to enter his password.....no hassle no questions. In and out.
$4.50 plus tax!

[Nathematics]

Whoever has a "Beat Goes on" around them - they are offering $32 credit for the EA Active Bundle or $24 cash.

I PM'd 2 at BB for $3.50 each, took it to the Beat - walked out with Uncharted, Kung Fu Panda and $5 cash !!

Now please tell me those 2 games didnt get raped at EB ??? :razz:



Hey thanks for the heads up about this! I had completely forgotten about Beat Goes On as a place to trade for actual cash.. the interesting thing that I do remember about the stores though, is that the CSRs seem to have a "range" of values they can offer for your game. Last time I was calling around about a game I was offered 20, 22, and 25 cash all on the same day at different locations!

[ecsw]

tried to pm ea active at fs but stupid ***** csr wouldnt let me do it, bc she said on the fine print "offer may be discountinued at anytime...select titles only..." i told her that other fs pm'd and she said that their breaking the rules?! so their own rule of pricematching?

I wouldnt do that if I were you. Go BB even thought they are the same company. good thing it's the last day of NHL11 trade, or you will instantly stop that FS you visited take no more trade in. :facepalm:

[Wildarm]

TIVs Sept 9th

FS:

EA Active(Wii) - $17
Monster Hunter Tri(Wii) - $20
Metroid Other M(Wii) - $21

BBV
Metroid Other M(Wii) - Not in System

EB
Metroid Other M(Wii) - $30
Red Steel 2(Wii) - $11
Guitar Hero Van Halen(Wii) - $11

DNQ:
Samba De Amigo(Wii)
Need for Speed Undercover(PS3)
Sega Tennis(PS3)

[chadley]

EB - 09/09

Halo 3 ODST - $9

This one keeps dropping...if you still have it get rid of it quick. Will be <$8 in no time.

[GQ001]

qualified as of today at EB:

Wii
Simpsons 8.25
Need for speed undercover 10.50
speed zone 10.50

ps3
guitar hero metallica 15.50
guitar hero smash hits 10.50

360
baja 1000

games that dropped from qualifying as of today at EB:

Wii
House of the dead overkill
big league sports summer 7.75

360
naruto broken bond 7.75

also:

FS:
Lego indiana jones 2 x360 $18
ea active bundle wii $17

[ecsw]

BB stop taking trade on wii Active bundle. CSR told me it's not in there system for some reason. Was going for $17 and buy POP but have to use cash instead. >:(

[HeavyDutyKronos]

BB stop taking trade on wii Active bundle. CSR told me it's not in there system for some reason. Was going for $17 and buy POP but have to use cash instead. >:(

Not on BB list, but still on the FS list and worked at FS.

[ecsw]

Not on BB list, but still on the FS list and worked at FS.

no, I wasnt trading it for NHL, only trying to get $17 GC for pure TIV then I can use it for POP $18 after PM.

[dchabby]

EB today

Kung Fu Panda $8.25
Uncharted - $9 - not 100 % sure if there are some penniers after that or not

BBV

FNR 4 $3 - got 2 ps3 copies today for $2.67 and was hoping these were at least $10

FS
FNR4 - $5

All ps3 values

[dchabby]

Hey thanks for the heads up about this! I had completely forgotten about Beat Goes On as a place to trade for actual cash.. the interesting thing that I do remember about the stores though, is that the CSRs seem to have a "range" of values they can offer for your game. Last time I was calling around about a game I was offered 20, 22, and 25 cash all on the same day at different locations!

No problem - and just a heads up, I dont think their stores are linked as I traded in another copy of the same game today at a different store and they didnt say anything. He did give me a dollar more though !!!

[minuterice]

I highly doubt that will work, as EB's entire business is built around their extensive selection of used games and their ability to create a trade-n-buy clientele. By limiting promos to only the latest, hottest games (which you could sell for far more) their stores will soon be ghost towns.

Personally speaking, if everyone is doing the same trades using the same games, I'll just cut down on POs and go to FS and do a T2 on anything I really want.

agreed. eb is built strictly on used games, no way they would hand over their edge in used games and get into bed with the same offers as future shop and best buy, bb and fs can afford to lose a little on used games cause they make it up when they sell you a tv of cables or blu rays, eb has nothing but games. there trade in would evaporate if they went to the same list as others. look at rogers plus, they are a graveyard on months when nothing good is going on.

[elty]

Do you need to trade in those accessory to FS for Wii Sports Active?

[ecsw]

Do you need to trade in those accessory to FS for Wii Sports Active?

Technically yes, according to FS.

I asked this twice in 2 different FS for both NHL and Slapshot.

The UPC on the box is different from the one on game. The one on the game don't show up in their system but the one on box does.

[whoiam]

House of the dead Overkill no longer useful for T2 and T3. Under 8$ for the rest of the month.

[dtrader69]

neksus,

i think this was said before but dont mind me saying it again.
can the site keep track of the last 5 price changes (with the date attached to them?)
so then it could chart out the trend of the game? this is useful of tracking a game rather it qualifies or not for future purchasing when turd hunting.

for example, tornado outbreak. it doesn't qualify now, but it would be awesome if we can see the trend of a game to see when it did qualify and hopes that will qualify once again.

[ELiTE KiLLaH]

If tornado outbreak qualifies again at eb.....I can't think of anything to finish off the sentence lol. But damn.

But then again gi Joe qualified and so did disgaea ds while eb had their stim pack going....

[BUFFAR]

neksus,

i think this was said before but dont mind me saying it again.
can the site keep track of the last 5 price changes (with the date attached to them?)
so then it could chart out the trend of the game? this is useful of tracking a game rather it qualifies or not for future purchasing when turd hunting.

for example, tornado outbreak. it doesn't qualify now, but it would be awesome if we can see the trend of a game to see when it did qualify and hopes that will qualify once again.

I can tell you now there wont be any future turd hunting in next gen. You should enjoy it while it's still around. ;)

[timonwong]

Sept 9, 10

EB Games:

Crackdown 2 (360) - $40
Alan Wake (360) - $30

[Vinman]

I can tell you now there wont be any future turd hunting in next gen.

Why not? Both the PS4 and XB720 will have physical media and it probably won't be until the generation after that, when some company takes the risk of going online-only.

But they had better hope bandwidth charges drop significantly, as I'm not too enthused with the prospect of downloading 16GB games (which will likely be even larger by then).

[minuterice]

I can tell you now there wont be any future turd hunting in next gen. You should enjoy it while it's still around. ;)

ya cause all systems are gonna take the same steps as the psp go right? its a ways off for download only systems. people like to collect, people like to have a library of games. i personally dont pirate games or anything because i like the physical disk with cover and book and collectors editions, make video games an intangible thing and piracy will take off worse then ever. look at music, they are still making cds even though there is no need at all. people like to collect. also bandwidth use and download time would be ridiculous.

[ChopSuey]

Why not? Both the PS4 and XB720 will have physical media and it probably won't be until the generation after that, when some company takes the risk of going online-only.

But they had better hope bandwidth charges drop significantly, as I'm not too enthused with the prospect of downloading 16GB games (which will likely be even larger by then).

Online only would be suicide and I don't see Sony or Microsoft doing this anytime in the next 5 to 10 years.

It's a pretty safe bet that the PS4 will still use blu-ray, but Microsoft is a different story. I think Microsoft may start to to use memory cards. Memory cards are harder to hack (especially if MS develop their own type of card), they can be faster than blu-ray/DVD, and they are a lot smaller and less heat would be generated (no spinning devices).

[Vinman]

Memory cards are harder to hack (especially if MS develop their own type of card), they can be faster than blu-ray/DVD, and they are a lot smaller and less heat would be generated (no spinning devices).

Not to mention the ability to make an incredibly thin and sleek game console.

[ChopSuey]

Not to mention the ability to make an incredibly thin and sleek game console.

Agreed. If MS is smart, I think this will be the way to go. 32GB or even 64GB memory cards in 3 years will be super cheap to make. Also, it will make it easier to trade games that use memory cards as people don't have to worry about scratched discs. :)

[Wildarm]

Online only would be suicide and I don't see Sony or Microsoft doing this anytime in the next 5 to 10 years.

It's a pretty safe bet that the PS4 will still use blu-ray, but Microsoft is a different story. I think Microsoft may start to to use memory cards. Memory cards are harder to hack (especially if MS develop their own type of card), they can be faster than blu-ray/DVD, and they are a lot smaller and less heat would be generated (no spinning devices).

Why would you say memory cards are harder to hack? It's the console itself that is most important. Once access to the console OS is hacked, all media types are vulnerable. The PS3 has been the only console(until recently) that has managed to keep people from pirating games. This was not due to using Blue-ray media but by keeping hackers dirty fingers off the Kernel.

[Wildarm]

Not to mention the ability to make an incredibly thin and sleek game console.

That would be Apple's new console :)

[neksus]

EB/GS/BB/FS will all be adding TIV to their websites which may or may not destroy TIVS.ca since we all know Blockbuster will see its demise very shortly.
Just a Rumor but I can assure you that its a possibility if you think about it once TIVS are in placed all at major stores website you can say goodbye to turd trades and only AAA trades.

If that happens I'll make scripts that parse and update the information daily. Those sites don't offer side-by-side comparisons.

[Lone_Prodigy]

Agreed. If MS is smart, I think this will be the way to go. 32GB or even 64GB memory cards in 3 years will be super cheap to make. Also, it will make it easier to trade games that use memory cards as people don't have to worry about scratched discs. :)

But think of the shelf space.

[Luskan]

But think of the shelf space.

I don't see them being any bigger than the current Nintendo DS cases. I do see them not being a standard size that's currently available to make them exclusive and harder to crack though.

[Captain Snazzypants]

That would be Apple's new console :)

link? I'd guess you are joking, but you never know :confused:

[Psubs]

EB Wii games

Baroque - $6.75
Brave - $9
Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2 - $10.25
Resident Evil 4 - $6
Scene It: Twilight - $5.75

[Smooth~]

Someone already selling Halo Reach Flaming Halo Reach Helmet Code for $85 lol

http://edmonton.kijiji.ca/c-buy-and-sell-video-games-consoles-XBOX-360-Halo-Reach-Flaming-Helmet-code-W0QQAdIdZ229064093

[Wildarm]

link? I'd guess you are joking, but you never know :confused:

Yes, joking. I guess you could call the iPad a game console...

[ELiTE KiLLaH]

I started my gaming life with game cartridges like nintendo, super nintendo, etc. Then cd based games came out and DVD and bluray. U think they are gonna go back to memory based media instead of disc based? Discs cost next to nothing to press. Memory based cartridges would stil be more expensive I think. Especially in higher capacities like more than 16gb

[ELiTE KiLLaH]

Someone already selling Halo Reach Flaming Halo Reach Helmet Code for $85 lol

http://edmonton.kijiji.ca/c-buy-and-sell-video-games-consoles-XBOX-360-Halo-Reach-Flaming-Helmet-code-W0QQAdIdZ229064093

I give this kijiji ad 2 lols
1st for trying to sell the code for so much
2nd for putting a complete address in the ad. Even if it's made up n fake but who knows it could be real...

[hammerhands]

U think they are gonna go back to memory based media instead of disc based? Discs cost next to nothing to press. Memory based cartridges would stil be more expensive I think. Especially in higher capacities like more than 16gb

The technology is out there for 100+ GB flash drives they are just not produced for retail sale. Do you think Microsoft and PS3 want to chance a Xbox 360 warrenty drive disater like they already had .... Moving parts = risk

[Nettles]

That would be Apple's new console :)

iPlay

[Vinman]

iPlay

More like the iPOS.

[ecsw]

More like the iPOS.

:lol: rlol

[Smooth~]

Halo Reach already on Kijiji for $150 Standard Edition lol.
And yes Play me Games has Broke Street Date $55 for standard

http://edmonton.kijiji.ca/c-buy-and-sell-video-games-consoles-XBOX-360-HALO-REACH-W0QQAdIdZ229196866

[dchabby]

Halo Reach already on Kijiji for $150 Standard Edition lol.
And yes Play me Games has Broke Street Date $55 for standard

http://edmonton.kijiji.ca/c-buy-and-sell-video-games-consoles-XBOX-360-HALO-REACH-W0QQAdIdZ229196866

Will you please stop posting your own ads here :evil:

[Smooth~]

Will you please stop posting your own ads here :evil:

Not my ads :twisted:

[lemailme]

EB Games
9/10/10

Uncharted - Qualified
GTA 4 PS3 - Qualified
Mass Effect - Qualified

Xbox 360 wired headset - $3.50

Would have done a trade 3, but didnt have manual for mass effect, so did a trade 2, had two headsets to trade in, and used remainder with credit.

[yoda12320]

EB Games
9/10/10

Uncharted - Qualified
GTA 4 PS3 - Qualified
Mass Effect - Qualified

Xbox 360 wired headset - $3.50

Would have done a trade 3, but didnt have manual for mass effect, so did a trade 2, had two headsets to trade in, and used remainder with credit.

You keeping that mass effect :) I'd be interested in it :). PM me if so plz.

[punishment]

Halo Reach already on Kijiji for $150 Standard Edition lol.
And yes Play me Games has Broke Street Date $55 for standard

http://edmonton.kijiji.ca/c-buy-and-sell-video-games-consoles-XBOX-360-HALO-REACH-W0QQAdIdZ229196866

God Play Me is terrible for that. I'm surprised they haven't gotten reported or something.l

[Smooth~]

Can you get banned for playing a retail copy early of Reach? If not I might actually just go buy it from Play me and Power trade it on tuesday lol

[Vinman]

God Play Me is terrible for that. I'm surprised they haven't gotten reported or something.l

I can't believe they're still in business, as they have consistently raped customers for insane prices on pre-release games like Rock Band, KZ2, Mass Effect 2, etc.

[belowzeros]

Can you get banned for playing a retail copy early of Reach? If not I might actually just go buy it from Play me and Power trade it on tuesday lol

nope. you don't get penalized for broken street dates.

but they are resetting credits on Tuesday.

[Smooth~]

nope. you don't get penalized for broken street dates.

but they are resetting credits on Tuesday.

Cool thx! Guess i'll grab one today.

[witenite]

Eb games

Astroboy PSP *************** 7.25**********************


yet the day before it was 8 and i called another eb games it was quoted as 8

It the same eb games stores that always give false value, try to deny PT etc etc
Pm me if you want to know location which is in the toronto area

[dtp11]

Eb games

Astroboy PSP *************** 7.25**********************


yet the day before it was 8 and i called another eb games it was quoted as 8

It the same eb games stores that always give false value, try to deny PT etc etc
Pm me if you want to know location which is in the toronto areaYou called the other EB yesterday or today and got quoted at $8?

[dealsoutlook]

if anyone wants uncharted I am selling mine for $20..check out my sig ;)

[punishment]

I can't believe they're still in business, as they have consistently raped customers for insane prices on pre-release games like Rock Band, KZ2, Mass Effect 2, etc.


Blows me away too. I heard the owners were tight with the owners of west ed, and that kept most competition out. Now there's a gamestop there. So god knows what happened.

But lately they've been fair on their prices. Nothing spectacular, but I no longer walk out of the store laughing my ass off loudly, making a scene and sorts.

[yoda12320]

FYI got banned from trading at BBV from purchasing vanillas so watch out there people there Loss Prevention program sees the writing on the wall lol. They some bs excuse about the contract, there just worried b/c of bankruptcy lol.

Also Did a T3 for NBA Elite 11

CoD MW GOTY 360 still holding at 10.
A Brave Turd Warrior Wii 9
AVP 360 - 14.25

[HeavyDutyKronos]

FYI got banned from trading at BBV from purchasing vanillas so watch out there people there Loss Prevention program sees the writing on the wall lol.

lol that will be the shortest lifetime ban ever. :lol:

[Vinman]

I am amazed that BBV allowed it in the first place.

[grappos13]

FYI got banned from trading at BBV from purchasing vanillas so watch out there people there Loss Prevention program sees the writing on the wall lol.

haha damn... aurora BBV's? ya they ban ppl easily there

[yoda12320]

lol that will be the shortest lifetime ban ever. :lol:


I am amazed that BBV allowed it in the first place.


haha damn... aurora BBV's? ya they ban ppl easily there

Ya some Head Office guy flagged it supposedly whatever lol. Makes me laugh is they put Vanilla MC's and the 75% back promo into play wtf did they expect to happen lol.

[HeavyDutyKronos]

Ya some Head Office guy flagged it supposedly whatever lol.

Strikes me as bailing water on the titanic with a spoon. With a hole in it.

Way to save Blockbuster BBV HO/LP. U r teh winz!!!

[yoda12320]

Strikes me as bailing water on the titanic with a spoon. With a hole in it.

Way to save Blockbuster BBV HO/LP. U r teh winz!!!

+1 Im just 1 of many lol.

[belowzeros]

I am amazed that BBV allowed it in the first place.

it's pretty silly to allow that payment method to start isn't it.

took them long enough to catch on...guess someone at that branch brushed up on their reading

[Vinman]

Strikes me as bailing water on the titanic with a spoon. With a hole in it.

Yeah, at this point, why even bother.

It's like a guy worrying about his hair, while dying from 50 gun shot wounds, being eaten by a shark, and with flesh-eating bacteria devouring his flesh.

[HeavyDutyKronos]

Yeah, at this point, why even bother.

It's like a guy worrying about his hair, while dying from 50 gun shot wounds, being eaten by a shark, and with flesh-eating bacteria devouring his flesh.

Hey, part to the left or to the right. It's not an easy decision.

[yoda12320]

ROFL Wonder how long the BBV funeral will be lol. Its like they've got 1 thumb stuck there ass when there trying to suck the poison out of the other lol.

[Arachknight]

Today @ EB
POP forgotten sands 360 - $23.50
Put it towards a T2 + $11.50 for dead rising with a known turd (pop got bumped to$28.50)

[PuppetYuber]

anyone know the TIV for NHL 11 at eb?

$40?

[tooviral]

these worked for me today

All EB

Xblades 360
Elderscrolls GOTY 360
RB Beatles 360
GTA 4 PS3
COD WAW DS
RidgeRacer 7 PS3

Res evil 5 360 is 7.75
RB6 Vegas is 5.75

Sorry, didn't get values as the csr changed all values manually

:)

[ecsw]

Is wii NHL Slapshot going to be on tivs.ca?
Will trade mine soon. :)

[kupopo]

Does EB ask for email address when pre-ordering? First time encountered that today, I have never been asked for such a thing before.

[HeavyDutyKronos]

Does EB ask for email address when pre-ordering? First time encountered that today, I have never been asked for such a thing before.

They're encouraging local stores to get store mailing lists to mail people promotional info etc.

[cashinstinct]

They're encouraging local stores to get store mailing lists to mail people promotional info etc.

I will give them my email that is my RFD username, just to nag?

Yeah right... :lol:

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I think it's only an excuse for EB male employees to ask emails if they happen to see a girl in the store that pre-orders something. Not able to call, they need an e-mail to try something

[kupopo]

They're encouraging local stores to get store mailing lists to mail people promotional info etc.

Ah, I see, thanks. Thought it has something to do with the 'new system''...

[La Fleur]

I will give them my email that is my RFD username, just to nag?

Yeah right... :lol:

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I think it's only an excuse for EB male employees to ask emails if they happen to see a girl in the store that pre-orders something. Not able to call, they need an e-mail to try something

Haha, reminds me of Hot Tub TimeMachine: "Are you online at all . . . how do I get a hold of you?"

[ecsw]

FYI got banned from trading at BBV from purchasing vanillas so watch out there people there Loss Prevention program sees the writing on the wall lol. They some bs excuse about the contract, there just worried b/c of bankruptcy lol.



How many scoop of vanilla did u get before the ban happened? L/M/S?
I had 1 only but is going to get 1 more soon...

Now I tried that NHL, it's really fun.... Much better than I thought... Maybe I should just keep it.....

[yoda12320]

How many scoop of vanilla did u get before the ban happened? L/M/S?
I had 1 only but is going to get 1 more soon...

Now I tried that NHL, it's really fun.... Much better than I thought... Maybe I should just keep it.....

btw you forgot xl, 2 or 3 m's lol.

[ecsw]

btw you forgot xl, 2 or 3 m's lol.

No, really? I only see 3 sizes.... A fee of $3.99, $4.99, $6.99? :razz:

[La Fleur]

You just get banned at the one BBV or all of them? I think Vinman called them up and ratted you out after saying vanilla ice cream too much. He's like the RFD version of Man Tracker.

Also, I sincerely hope you didn't think you could get away with it indefinitely, thinking BBV was gonna shut down next month. BBV Canada is going nowhere fast. Lots of people on here think they are shutting down come October . . . I think a lot of people will be surprised to see how long they last. Should have spread those vanillies out over the year. Besides, everyone knows it's too cold to eat ice cream in September:razz:

[ecsw]

You just get banned at the one BBV or all of them? I think Vinman called them up and ratted you out after saying vanilla ice cream too much. He's like the RFD version of Man Tracker.

Also, I sincerely hope you didn't think you could get away with it indefinitely, thinking BBV was gonna shut down next month. BBV Canada is going nowhere fast. Lots of people on here think they are shutting down come October . . . I think a lot of people will be surprised to see how long they last. Should have spread those vanillies out over the year. Besides, everyone knows it's too cold to eat ice cream in September:razz:

It's not. It's still hot today. Well, not sunny, but definitely hot enough for ice cream. :razz:

[yoda12320]

You just get banned at the one BBV or all of them? I think Vinman called them up and ratted you out after saying vanilla ice cream too much. He's like the RFD version of Man Tracker.

Also, I sincerely hope you didn't think you could get away with it indefinitely, thinking BBV was gonna shut down next month. BBV Canada is going nowhere fast. Lots of people on here think they are shutting down come October . . . I think a lot of people will be surprised to see how long they last. Should have spread those vanillies out over the year. Besides, everyone knows it's too cold to eat ice cream in September:razz:

No, lol it was fun well it lasted but the ship is sinking so blame the little guy lol. LOL Thats the thing September is the last month to eat ice cream lol. But honestly they made it so easy to have vanilla lol.

[La Fleur]

No, lol it was fun well it lasted but the ship is sinking so blame the little guy lol. LOL Thats the thing September is the last month to eat ice cream lol. But honestly they made it so easy to have vanilla lol.

Well, if it's only the one store, than not so bad. But, if nation-wide than not so much. How else are you gonna build credit for the actual sinking of this titanic, in your words? You'll be the little kid at the window when everyone is stocking up on firesale turds. Then you'll stop posting like Derek:twisted:

It's funny, cause those cards were there forever and only just recently did it become a hot topic. I guess you are officially the first "known" person to be banned for that specific reason.

[yoda12320]

Well, if it's only the one store, than not so bad. But, if nation-wide than not so much. How else are you gonna build credit for the actual sinking of this titanic, in your words? You'll be the little kid at the window when everyone is stocking up on firesale turds. Then you'll stop posting like Derek:twisted:

It's funny, cause those cards were there forever and only just recently did it become a hot topic. I guess you are officially the first "known" person to be banned for that specific reason.

Haha ya I'll keep posting here and titanic reference was HDK's. Yep i think people would rather have a pre-paided MC than games lol. BTW La Fleur its just a trading ban lol.

[Xephy]

Haha ya I'll keep posting here and titanic reference was HDK's. Yep i think people would rather have a pre-paided MC than games lol. BTW La Fleur its just a trading ban lol.

LOL! Yeah. There's still other people he can get to buy ice cream for him.


Also, We Got Games may have broken street date if anyone around ShoppersWorld is interested.

[GVRtrader]

FYI got banned from trading at BBV from purchasing vanillas so watch out there people there Loss Prevention program sees the writing on the wall lol. They some bs excuse about the contract, there just worried b/c of bankruptcy lol.

Also Did a T3 for NBA Elite 11

CoD MW GOTY 360 still holding at 10.
A Brave Turd Warrior Wii 9
AVP 360 - 14.25

Can't believe they would actually ban you for that. Of course BBV systems (the main server) is slow so being banned @ one location doesn't automatically mean you're banned from all locations right away. There is latency of ~2 days based on my study of account activity there. Also, since they are going BR soon, i'll reveal some info in public about their bans. Their bans are based on ID#s and in most cases do not include names. So if you goto a store that isn't aware of the ban, you could actually make a new account and have a new # that you can use to do whatever you wish. Just make sure to never hit the store you got banned at nor do transaction with any rep that might remember your original ID# or know you're banned. There are cases where LP would actually try to query you by name but based on their situation, i really doubt that'll happen unless you get multiple IDs that get banned or get caught using the new ID(s).

For the record, no i haven't been banned but this method does work as i got others who were ban to test it and they were able to trade without any issues after a BBV ban (which really seems to be the most common ban). I think i should edit this post soon just in case BBV decides to start tracking my RFD account like i suspect EB did (just a theory).:lol:

[GVRtrader]

How many scoop of vanilla did u get before the ban happened? L/M/S?
I had 1 only but is going to get 1 more soon...

Now I tried that NHL, it's really fun.... Much better than I thought... Maybe I should just keep it.....

NHL 11? I actually found it a bit too slow compared to other versions although the new features in it are much better than the difference between 10 and 09. Presentation also seems quite a bit better and CHL seems like a nice touch for GM/franchise mode (haven't really played that yet). Stick breaking doesn't seem realistic enough (namely doesn't break close to enough and if you don't take slap shots, it rarely breaks, would've liked seeing it break more blocking passes/shots or even once in a while taking a snap shot). The AI also seems worst than NHL 10 but i guess that isn't important since online is probably the key feature.:)

[ecsw]

NHL 11? I actually found it a bit too slow compared to other versions although the new features in it are much better than the difference between 10 and 09. Presentation also seems quite a bit better and CHL seems like a nice touch for GM/franchise mode (haven't really played that yet). Stick breaking doesn't seem realistic enough (namely doesn't break close to enough and if you don't take slap shots, it rarely breaks, would've liked seeing it break more blocking passes/shots or even once in a while taking a snap shot). The AI also seems worst than NHL 10 but i guess that isn't important since online is probably the key feature.:)

Thanks for the review, but I was talking about NHL Slapshot. :razz:
NHL11 can go back to FS with gift receipt. I do NHL 11 to transfer EB credit to either FS or BBV, not to keep it. ;) After all, I can get this game cheap, like many other GVR gamers do. ;)

[grappos13]

i hope the kane and lynch 2 TIV is still around $30 tomrorow at EB... hasnt been updated in 2 weeks tho lol.. but id be happy with $30 + $15 powertrade... im soo close to platinum right now! crazy lol.. cant believe i lasted this long lol

[GVRtrader]

i hope the kane and lynch 2 TIV is still around $30 tomrorow at EB... hasnt been updated in 2 weeks tho lol.. but id be happy with $30 + $15 powertrade... im soo close to platinum right now! crazy lol.. cant believe i lasted this long lol

I can't believe you played it that long... you might be one of the few that actually tried to get platinum on KL2.:lol: Think BBV still offers 30 for it (for the rest of the month) so if it dropped, thats your best alternative. Of course you could try and combine it with a T2 title and get NHL 11 or something and PT that (likely gets you close to 40 + 20 so the extra game might pay for itself).

[ichit4k4_set0]

EBGames
Ys Seven 12.50$ ( huge drop from 22$ :'( )
Metroid Other M 30$ (still)

[Xephy]

i hope the kane and lynch 2 TIV is still around $30 tomrorow at EB... hasnt been updated in 2 weeks tho lol.. but id be happy with $30 + $15 powertrade... im soo close to platinum right now! crazy lol.. cant believe i lasted this long lol

You're amazing. You can do it! HAHA. I don't think any of us thought you'd last this long either.

[neksus]

FYI got banned from trading at BBV from purchasing vanillas so watch out there people there Loss Prevention program sees the writing on the wall lol. They some bs excuse about the contract, there just worried b/c of bankruptcy lol.

If I had a business this would be a no-brainer - credit can only be used for stuff that's going to affect my bottom line. Sure you're "purchasing" stuff from us, but I'm pretty sure BBV has to fork over most of that to MC.

[Geoshadow]

Everytime I go to EB now its like taking a NHL Slapshot in the pucking face.

Sept 11 at EB
Grid X360 $6.25
G.I. Rise of Cobra X360 $6.25
G.I. Joe Rise of Cobra PS3 $7
Operation Flashpenis Dragon Rising X360 a stiff $12
God of War Collection ps3 can't remember but its over $8 still

[belowzeros]

Reach LE unboxed looks completely awesome for only +$10

[yoda12320]

If I had a business this would be a no-brainer - credit can only be used for stuff that's going to affect my bottom line. Sure you're "purchasing" stuff from us, but I'm pretty sure BBV has to fork over most of that to MC.

Ya I understand but I was only taking advantage of promos they setup lol so whateva there died by next month lol.

[ecsw]

Damn, I am with last brave and no other games to trade. :facepalm: and for some reason, few RFDer think I still have other turds, but I really don't. Anyone in GVR can have my Brave for $10 (after tax) if u have 1 or 2 titles to trade. I am getting out of EB trade for now.:lol:

PM me if u are interested. In m heading to Vancouver area today and I check my PM regularly.

[La Fleur]

Everytime I go to EB now its like taking a NHL Slapshot in the pucking face.

Sept 11 at EB
Grid X360 $6.25
G.I. Rise of Cobra X360 $6.25
G.I. Joe Rise of Cobra PS3 $7
Operation Flashpenis Dragon Rising X360 a stiff $12
God of War Collection ps3 can't remember but its over $8 still

That's one way to get banned from EB easily:-0

[whoiam]

That's one way to get banned from EB easily:-0

It's a leisure suit larry wannabe type of game?

[thillrep27]

Do ebgames in Thornhill/Vaughan do trade in's now? They didn't b4
And is there a trade 3 for NBA 2k11 promo.

[yoda12320]

Do ebgames in Thornhill/Vaughan do trade in's now? They didn't b4
And is there a trade 3 for NBA 2k11 promo.

Yep and NBA Elite 11 (69.99 which is better), I'm hopping for a PT game for NBA 2k11 40 tiv.

[chaingunsofdoom]

EB Sept 11th:
FIFA World Cup 2010 (360) - $12.xx ! WTF?
Borderlands (360) - $12.xx
Lost Planet 2 (360) - $21.50
Prince of Persia (360) - $23.50
Prototype (360) - $9.75
X-blades (360) - $9.75
Beatles Rockband (ps3) $7.75 :(
Lego Indy 2 (wii) $15

Power-traded top 2 tivs above for straight-up FIFA 11 (yeah they calculated it wrong in my favor - first time ever).

[yoda12320]

EB sept 11th:
FIFA World Cup 2010 (360) - $12.xx ! WTF?
Lost Planet 2 (360) - $21.50
Prince of Persia (360) - $23.50
Prototype 9.xx
X-blades 9.xx
Beatles Rockband (ps3) $7.75 :(
Lego2 (wii) $15

Powertaded top 2 tivs above for straight-up Fifa 11 (yeah they calculated it wrong in my favor - first time ever).

Price drop sucks.

[grappos13]

You're amazing. You can do it! HAHA. I don't think any of us thought you'd last this long either.

oh, its done lol... got the plat this morning lol.... i dunno tho.. i just got really addicted to the online lol.. just massive run and gun lol...crappy getting into a game tho and ppl always leaving so its hard to get certain trophies...and i also got lucky that my win ratio in cops and robbers was like 95% lol...had to get 20 wins for a trophy and i think i only played like 23-24 games lol....anyways...game is done and gone haha

[yoda12320]

oh, its done lol... got the plat this morning lol.... i dunno tho.. i just got really addicted to the online lol.. just massive run and gun lol...crappy getting into a game tho and ppl always leaving so its hard to get certain trophies...and i also got lucky that my win ratio in cops and robbers was like 95% lol...had to get 20 wins for a trophy and i think i only played like 23-24 games lol....anyways...game is done and gone haha

Congrats did ps3 get doggie bag dlc like 360?

[grappos13]

^ ya but i aint buying and playing that garbage lol..

[yoda12320]

^ ya but i aint buying and playing that garbage lol..

^Thats what she said lol but you did lol.

[Longobongo]

Damn, thought I could get a Halo Reach Limited Edition preorder in today but they're sold out everywhere, anybody in Mississauga have a one to transfer?

[La Fleur]

Lots of price drops this time of year, so hopefully people get lots of recent tivs. There's been a huge lull in tiv reporting since EB tanked values and it's not like everyone's posting it on tivs.ca either. Even if the game's below 8 at EB, it's still good for PTing.

[whiteflag]

Damn, I am with last brave and no other games to trade. :facepalm: and for some reason, few RFDer think I still have other turds, but I really don't. Anyone in GVR can have my Brave for $10 (after tax) if u have 1 or 2 titles to trade. I am getting out of EB trade for now.:lol:

PM me if u are interested. In m heading to Vancouver area today and I check my PM regularly.

is brave still above 8 today at eb?

[Xeerochild]

I cancelled my Legendary Edition today. Figured spending all that credit on a statue wasn't worth it in the end. On a side note, NBA Live 10 is now $24.99 USED, meaning the TIV on that thing is on the precipice of falling below $8.

[yoda12320]

I cancelled my Legendary Edition today. Figured spending all that credit on a statue wasn't worth it in the end. On a side note, NBA Live 10 is now $24.99 USED, meaning the TIV on that thing is on the precipice of falling below $8.

Ok.. Guess you're not gonna sell it now rofl :P.

[the_fm]

Damn, thought I could get a Halo Reach Limited Edition preorder in today but they're sold out everywhere, anybody in Mississauga have a one to transfer?

your best bet would be to hit WM/FS/BB/HMV on release day. they should have some spares

[Xeerochild]

Ok.. Guess you're not gonna sell it now rofl :P.

Nope lol, but I do have a fully paid off Prestige Edition for X360 PO'd though :)

[yoda12320]

Nope lol, but I do have a fully paid off Prestige Edition for X360 PO'd though :)

/wink /nudge yummy :P

[ecsw]

is brave still above 8 today at eb?

I would think it should tank on Monday or so. It was yesterday.

[dchabby]

EB Today

Brave warrior Wii $9
Beatles RB 360 - cant remember but still qualified
Kung Fu Panda ps3 - same deal but qualified


edit - wow now I am a senior member - I feel old !!

[ELiTE KiLLaH]

Beatles rockband ps3 dnq :(

[Geoshadow]

That's one way to get banned from EB easily:-0

Second way: Ask to do the Halo Reach for Uranus promo then pull out three turds that were hiding in your pants.

[Wandering Foodie]

EB:
Bayonetta PS3 for $10.50 today

[La Fleur]

Second way: Ask to do the Halo Reach for Uranus promo then pull out three turds that were hiding in your pants.

Hahah . . . this actually made me laugh at loud. Although if you're pulling galactic turds out of your pants, they're probably gonna be assteroids.

Moving on . . .

EB

Rogue Warrior 360 - 5.25 or 5.75 . . . one of the 2

This has got to be one of the worst games ever to grace the inside of my 360. Mickey Rourke sounds like he has tourettes most of the time in his voice recording . . . just a lot of random, George Carlin-esque slew of swear words, sometimes combined to make new swear words, and his jokes are as lame as the "play on turds" mnemonics that we use on these words. "Well, hello, Francis" . . . . wha? You feel bad for grappos getting trophies in KL2, hope about some symptahy for me trying to get achievements in this sight for sore turds?

[yoda12320]

Hahah . . . this actually made me laugh at loud. Although if you're pulling galactic turds out of your pants, they're probably gonna be assteroids.

Moving on . . .

EB

Rogue Warrior 360 - 5.25 or 5.75 . . . one of the 2

This has got to be one of the worst games ever to grace the inside of my 360. Mickey Rourke sounds like he has tourettes most of the time in his voice recording . . . just a lot of random, George Carlin-esque slew of swear words, sometimes combined to make new swear words, and his jokes are as lame as the "play on turds" mnemonics that we use on these words. "Well, hello, Francis" . . . . wha? You feel bad for grappos getting trophies in KL2, hope about some symptahy for me trying to get achievements in this sight for sore turds?

Actually enjoyed that more than KL2, mickey rourke swearing made it bearable lol.

[boondock]

EB Today

Beatles RB 360- $8.25 (Trade NOW or suffer next week..lol)
QoS Wii- $20 (MW List)

T2+Cash for NHL 11

Anyone in Canada get Halo yet from a Mom and Pop stores? The UK is flooded with people showing photos of getting their copies already.

[La Fleur]

Actually enjoyed that more than KL2, mickey rourke swearing made it bearable lol.

Seriously? . . . it was so bad . . . pretty easy game, the death animations were the only redeeming part. To each their own, I guess. I say chocolate, you say vanilla . . .;)

[yoda12320]

Seriously? . . . it was so bad . . . pretty easy game, the death animations were the only redeeming part. To each their own, I guess. I say chocolate, you say vanilla . . .;)

Yep lol last one that was the worst was the five kills when they were shooting on the ground lol.

[Xephy]

EB 9/11/2010

PS3
Kane and Lynch - 2.75
Conflict: Denied OPS - 5.00
White Knight Chronicles - 14.xx

360
Wet - 5.75
MUA1 - 0.75
G.I. Joe RoC - 7.00

[GVRtrader]

Lots of price drops this time of year, so hopefully people get lots of recent tivs. There's been a huge lull in tiv reporting since EB tanked values and it's not like everyone's posting it on tivs.ca either. Even if the game's below 8 at EB, it's still good for PTing.

Except you get < $12 in PT credit and in some cases that game might be worth more else where. I don't know how many people actually buy titles that they aren't sure about since everyone has a cell phone and if you're a trader, EB is probably on speed dial.:lol: Not to mention i think most on RFD try the same usual suspects so once reported, there generally isn't a point of re-reporting it (thus better to just post it @ TIVs.ca and wait for approval).

[La Fleur]

Except you get < $12 in PT credit and in some cases that game might be worth more else where. I don't know how many people actually buy titles that they aren't sure about since everyone has a cell phone and if you're a trader, EB is probably on speed dial.:lol: Not to mention i think most on RFD try the same usual suspects so once reported, there generally isn't a point of re-reporting it (thus better to just post it @ TIVs.ca and wait for approval).

Hmm, not necessarily. A game like Far Cry 2 or Kane and Lynch 1 net almost zero trade value anywhere. These and a bunch of others I'd rather PT, even if it's only an extra buck or 2, just to avoid having to use credit. If I really wanted to max my value, I'd try to bundle them in with some other games on kijiji or eBay, but really, with the time factor, IMO I dont think it's worth it. If there's a pawn shop that I think might take it for more, I'll try it, but otherwise not worth it. I know a lot of people use eBay frequently, I just don't think it's worth the time with small tiv games. I'd have to hire one of those professional eBay'ers - it's enough work checking tivs and going to stores.

As for reporting tivs, I'll update 75% of the time on tivs.ca . . . most do nowadays I think, but it's still not as much as it used to be. I don't care where people post them, as long as people are posting. Too many people forget to post a tiv unless it can be abused somewhere or works for a trade promo. Half the time new turds are found by posting a tiv randomly or some people just like the know tiv of a game that may be idling in their collection.

[Xeerochild]

EB 09/11/2010
[PS3] Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands $23.50
[PS3] Transformers: War for Cybertron $40

[X360] Transformers: War for Cybertron $40

EDIT: Forgot about Transformer.

[TripleQ]

As for reporting tivs, I'll update 75% of the time on tivs.ca . . . most do nowadays I think, but it's still not as much as it used to be. I don't care where people post them, as long as people are posting. Too many people forget to post a tiv unless it can be abused somewhere or works for a trade promo. Half the time new turds are found by posting a tiv randomly or some people just like the know tiv of a game that may be idling in their collection.

I think the updates have been growing pretty steadily, at least based on the amount I need to approve daily. Opening the updates to the public has helped a lot, there are many updates that are not posted here. I encourage everyone to subscribe to the RSS feeds.. very useful summary of all the updates.

[Longobongo]

Traded Brave today for Halo Reach, wished I did it earlier for the Limited Edition which is sold out @ my EB.

[belowzeros]

Traded Brave today for Halo Reach, wished I did it earlier for the Limited Edition which is sold out @ my EB.

yea EB isn't taking orders for LE at all anywhere. only hope there is to snag someone's who doesn't pickup in the 2 day window. it's a great package too.

[ecsw]

POP $10
Wii active sport $17

Both FS.

NHL11 trade. :razz:But won't give me gift receipt. :cry:

[ecsw]

Went to BBV in Vancouver and was told they dont take game trade because of city by-law. Really?

[Captain Snazzypants]

Yes, joking. I guess you could call the iPad a game console...

Ever since getting my iPad, I hardly ever play on my consoles. I didn't expect that to happen, but there are so many clever apps and so many that come out each day that it seems to capture my attention more. It's a totally different experience, but when you start gravitating towards one over the other, it says something...


Hmm, not necessarily. A game like Far Cry 2 or Kane and Lynch 1 net almost zero trade value anywhere. These and a bunch of others I'd rather PT, even if it's only an extra buck or 2, just to avoid having to use credit. If I really wanted to max my value, I'd try to bundle them in with some other games on kijiji or eBay, but really, with the time factor, IMO I dont think it's worth it. If there's a pawn shop that I think might take it for more, I'll try it, but otherwise not worth it. I know a lot of people use eBay frequently, I just don't think it's worth the time with small tiv games. I'd have to hire one of those professional eBay'ers - it's enough work checking tivs and going to stores.

Add Goozex to that list. There are games that would get you nothing but are still in demand at 400-500 points - enough to get you a qualifying title (or two) in return. You gotta love the Gooze... ;)

[whoiam]

I check out tivs to know how much EB gives for FF13 on ps3 and they say 30$ but the 25% more for the month is with or without the 30$? Someone know the answer?

[La Fleur]

Ever since getting my iPad, I hardly ever play on my consoles. I didn't expect that to happen, but there are so many clever apps and so many that come out each day that it seems to capture my attention more. It's a totally different experience, but when you start gravitating towards one over the other, it says something...



Add Goozex to that list. There are games that would get you nothing but are still in demand at 400-500 points - enough to get you a qualifying title (or two) in return. You gotta love the Gooze... ;)

Yea, it's the way of the world these days . . . just so many massive games, be it giant single player campaigns, competing MMOs, or the hottest new multiplayer game, that sometimes the little things get more attention. Which is why I can see LBP2 taking up so much of my time - a game full of little things. I don't have an iPad, but I do have an iPhone and I know what you mean. Really gotta wade through the piles of junk out there. At least with an app you can mess around as little or long, but once you pick up a game, there's something compelling you to finish it, for better or worse.

As for Goozex, a past version of me would have agreed. But, I have become disenchanted with their service and don't think I'll ever support them or anything similar again - just a bad experience that was never resolved. Definitely good only as a last resort for turd dumping.

[Nettles]

I wanna trade PoP and Batman AA to FS or BB but don't have the manual for Batman cos I got it from BBV. Tivs says that they still accept it, is that still true? It says that EB accepts them without a manual but not for T2 or T3s (and I'm assuming not for power trades either).

Hopefully they'll be on a future trade list at FS or BB....didn't enjoy either game, a lot of walking around and getting from check point to check point, the actual action wasn't that fun.

[ecsw]

I wanna trade PoP and Batman AA to FS or BB but don't have the manual for Batman cos I got it from BBV. Tivs says that they still accept it, is that still true? It says that EB accepts them without a manual but not for T2 or T3s (and I'm assuming not for power trades either).

Hopefully they'll be on a future trade list at FS or BB....didn't enjoy either game, a lot of walking around and getting from check point to check point, the actual action wasn't that fun.

Yes, FS BB are easy going with no manual. EB are deepening on CSR. I know some CSR in EB doesn't even look at disc, but stly do.

[Raead]

anyone know is the trade 4 for ps move offer still on?

I try to search on their ebgame.ca site and was nowhere to be found?

also is it worth it? anyone here got theirs preorder?? my frd just kept telling me is an gimick :confused:

[ecsw]

anyone know is the trade 4 for ps move offer still on?

I try to search on their ebgame.ca site and was nowhere to be found?

also is it worth it? anyone here got theirs preorder?? my frd just kept telling me is an gimick :confused:

Most of us got this pre-ordered already. Hack, I got kinect PO as well. :)

Is it worth is? Well, if u can find 4 games for it easily, why not? Especially with tiv increased for 2 weeks or so. It might not be easy now with tiv dropped.

To get the bundle later, its easily $80 or more. I had PS eye already, and was going to order control and game separately. But doing so, it would be $80+ too. Therefore, might as well trade for the bundle. ;)

Damn, I should have traded 2 bundle while RP deal was there. >:(

[whiteflag]

traded at eb

brave wii - 9
darksiders 360 - 9.xx

t2 + 9.99 for nba 2k11, thought that it wasnt t2 but asked anyways as they had a row of preorder copies i the display shelf, csr said it was. csr was doin the t2 asking manager if both games get bumped to 25 or 23.33, manager's like "they get bumped to 20", i was about to say something but csr corrected him and said 25. thanks to murdazz posting about brave. :)

btw, nba 2k11 demo out tuesday! game looks sick from the gameplay vids.

[witenite]

Put up my fifa 10 on kijiji 3 weeks ago. A guy contacted me and said he would trade it straight up for RDR. I agreed but felt bad for the kid. He took a bus in the heatwave that hit here and he was sweating but yet so excited to get fifa 10. Drove down to eb and PT for basically fifa 11 which cost me 9.99 in credit. Still feel bad for the guy

[whiteflag]

EB Today

Beatles RB 360- $8.25 (Trade NOW or suffer next week..lol)
QoS Wii- $20 (MW List)

T2+Cash for NHL 11

Anyone in Canada get Halo yet from a Mom and Pop stores? The UK is flooded with people showing photos of getting their copies already.

u should hav used QoS wii with another game from the t2 list to just t2 for nhl 11 without paying the 9.99. or pick up a cheap qualifier to use with ur beatles, like brave wii. u only got a $5 bump for QoS, basically. just givin my 2 cents...:lol:

[itrocks4u]

Put up my fifa 10 on kijiji 3 weeks ago. A guy contacted me and said he would trade it straight up for RDR. I agreed but felt bad for the kid. He took a bus in the heatwave that hit here and he was sweating but yet so excited to get fifa 10. Drove down to eb and PT for basically fifa 11 which cost me 9.99 in credit. Still feel bad for the guy

When you pick up FIFA 11, contact him and tell him you need the FIFA 10 back and then give him FIFA 11 as part of good gesture. He'd love you forever.

You're good at trading, you'll find an even better trade that way.

[chaingunsofdoom]

EB Today

Beatles RB 360- $8.25 (Trade NOW or suffer next week..lol)

Thanks for this! BBV was very nice to swap the PS3 version I bought earlier today for the 360 one, and the EB I went to (which I rarely go to) thought I was psychic for bringing in only 3 games.

[wwedx]

was just looking over what games were eligible for the trade 2 get halo reach free and splinter cell conviction is on it.
You could find this game is the B/S/T forums for pretty cheap since it was on sale at Ebgames for $20!

[ecsw]

was just looking over what games were eligible for the trade 2 get halo reach free and splinter cell conviction is on it.
You could find this game is the B/S/T forums for pretty cheap since it was on sale at Ebgames for $20!
I m sure most ppl traded scc toward NHL 11 already. After all, NHL has $10 higher value than halo. ;)

Btw, wii active is also still on the list as of today. ;)

[mp3sn]

Went to BBV in Vancouver and was told they dont take game trade because of city by-law. Really?

Yup, that is correct. BBVs in Vancouver don't do trades. If you search the store listing on bbv's website, you would see that none of them are listed as trade and save stores.

So take your trades back to surrey... :)

[nibbler1]

My 360 just died and I cannot live without my NHL 09. I'm wondering in all the "turd" searching over the past while, has anyone come across a super cheap copy of NHL 09 for PS3?

Edit: Also, any idea what EB is going for a 60 gig HD nowadays?

[mahjongmaniac]

I m sure most ppl traded scc toward NHL 11 already. After all, NHL has $10 higher value than halo. ;)

Btw, wii active is also still on the list as of today. ;)

i'm gonna bet this is gonna change come Tues. morning...

[Vinman]

As for Goozex, a past version of me would have agreed. But, I have become disenchanted with their service and don't think I'll ever support them or anything similar again - just a bad experience that was never resolved.

Are all the eBay "never received my goods" scam artists now gravitating to Goozex?

[whoiam]

My 360 just died and I cannot live without my NHL 09. I'm wondering in all the "turd" searching over the past while, has anyone come across a super cheap copy of NHL 09 for PS3?

Edit: Also, any idea what EB is going for a 60 gig HD nowadays?

4,99 at Ebay if i'm not mistaken

[nibbler1]

4,99 at Ebay if i'm not mistaken

Should have mentioned, I already for a Kinect 360 bundle PO'ed at EB. So really just looking to pick it up cheap, immediately, for just the next month. If I wait for shipping it'll be too late (and plus Ebay is a lot of effort for what I'm doing)

[HeavyDutyKronos]

Should have mentioned, I already for a Kinect 360 bundle PO'ed at EB.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wr6jp85_ky8&

My new favorite Kinect video. I see the appeal. Much cooler than I thought.

[whoiam]

Someone knows if the tivs include the 25% more values that EB gives for the months for some games? I think about trading FF13 for another game arround 40.

[Vinman]

TIVs = TIVs.

And BTW, that "big TIV bump" of "up to 25%" is long gone, but even if was still intact, the TIV = the TIV.

[TripleQ]

Someone knows if the tivs include the 25% more values that EB gives for the months for some games? I think about trading FF13 for another game arround 40.

That promo (if you could call it that) is over. There was never a bonus, the tivs were raised briefly then dropped back 2 weeks later.

[whoiam]

Thanks for the answer. I tought it last the whole month, but it 's a good thing. Some games will bump for a week or two maybe.

[Fox]

My new favorite Kinect video. I see the appeal. Much cooler than I thought.

Sarcasm?

[Captain Snazzypants]

Yea, it's the way of the world these days . . . just so many massive games, be it giant single player campaigns, competing MMOs, or the hottest new multiplayer game, that sometimes the little things get more attention. Which is why I can see LBP2 taking up so much of my time - a game full of little things. I don't have an iPad, but I do have an iPhone and I know what you mean. Really gotta wade through the piles of junk out there. At least with an app you can mess around as little or long, but once you pick up a game, there's something compelling you to finish it, for better or worse.

I can no longer imagine paying money for most of the DLC titles on PSN or XBL when you can get something similar, or better in the apps store for far less. Price drops happen for the consoles once in a while but it's yo-yo time on the apps store, and sites like appshopper.com allow you to track price changes and version updates easily. I played some RDR and MAG the other day - first time in ages - and it was jarring at first, and not nearly as much fun as I remembered. People knock it, but the iPad is wicked and only just coming into its own. Apples to watermelons, but there is only so much "fun time" in a day, especially with a wife and kids around.


As for Goozex, a past version of me would have agreed. But, I have become disenchanted with their service and don't think I'll ever support them or anything similar again - just a bad experience that was never resolved. Definitely good only as a last resort for turd dumping.


Are all the eBay "never received my goods" scam artists now gravitating to Goozex?

I have had well over 100 transactions on Goozex and never had a problem. I learned early to steer clear of the suspicious types by following a few simple rules:


always check to make sure they have a solid history
check the comments they leave for others after receiving games (you're already protected as a buyer/requester)
verify their address via Google Maps (I sometimes even use Street View to check the area)
communicate with them first if you're in doubt.
if it's a 1000 point game, consider the expense of tracking (but only then)
Works for me...

[ecsw]

Yup, that is correct. BBVs in Vancouver don't do trades. If you search the store listing on bbv's website, you would see that none of them are listed
as trade and save stores.
So take your trades back to surrey... :)

LoL. Fine, I will do that then.

[ecsw]

i'm gonna bet this is gonna change come Tues. morning...
Haha, I would guess Monday. :)

[yoda12320]

If you're gonna trade BBV be aware that bankruptcy comming rofl.

[coolcomputergirl]

anyone know is the trade 4 for ps move offer still on?

I try to search on their ebgame.ca site and was nowhere to be found?

also is it worth it? anyone here got theirs preorder?? my frd just kept telling me is an gimick :confused:

The PS3 move offer is still on. It's in the gamestop flyer. I traded for it yesterday.

[whoiam]

If you got dragon age origin, trade it now. 24,99 at EB used

[coolcomputergirl]

Console trades are back but they're nearly impossible to do with all the drops in tivs and without the Rogers or Blockbuster deals. In typical gamestop fashion, the csr I dealt with was new and didn't know about the console trades. Currently, the console trades aren't advertised anywhere whereas in July, they were in the flyer (albeit at the very bottom) and on the website. He asked me how I found out about the trade and I said that I asked a CSR at another gamestop which is partially true. Obviously, I found out here first and then checked with a CSR as well. I thought some of you might appreciate that.

Yesterday, I barely managed to trade for a 360 Slim and a Move Bundle.
The following games qualified:

DS:
CSI Deadly Intent - $8.25
Mega Man Zero Collection - $8.50

PSP:
Astroboy - $8

Wii:
Little League Baseball 2009 - $11.75
Family Fun Football - $14.75
No More Heroes 2 - $8.25
Brave: A Warrior's Tale - $9
Bleach: Shattered Blade - 10.25

XBOX 360: Rock Band Beatles - $8.25

PS3:
X-Men Origins: Wolverine - $8.75
Disgaea 3: Absence of Justice - $8.50
Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm - $15
Dirt - $10

The following games did not qualify. All the tivs have been updated on tivs.ca and are accurate within cents.

DS: Prince of Persia - The Forgotten Sands - $5.25

Wii:
Klonoa - $ 6.50
MLB Power Pros 2008 - $6.25
Defendin' d' Penguin - $7

XBOX 360:
Sonic Unleashed - $7.75

PS3:
The Chronicles of Riddick: Assault on Dark Athena - $6.50
MX vs ATV Reflex - $7.50
Virtua Tennis 2009 - $2.50

Any advice on what to do with the nonqualifiers? Should I keep them with the hope that the tivs rise again or should I just trade them now?

[yoda12320]

Console trades are back but they're nearly impossible to do with all the drops in tivs and without the Rogers or Blockbuster deals. In typical gamestop fashion, the csr I dealt with was new and didn't know about the console trades. Currently, the console trades aren't advertised anywhere whereas in July, they were in the flyer (albeit at the very bottom) and on the website. He asked me how I found out about the trade and I said that I asked a CSR at another gamestop. I thought some of you might appreciate that.

Yesterday, I barely managed to trade for a 360 Slim and a Move Bundle.
The following games qualified:

DS:
CSI Deadly Intent - $8.25
Mega Man Zero Collection - $8.50

PSP:
Astroboy - $8

Wii:
Little League Baseball 2009 - $11.75
Family Fun Football - $14.75
No More Heroes 2 - $8.25
Brave: A Warrior's Tale - $9
Bleach: Shattered Blade - 10.25

XBOX 360: Rock Band Beatles - $8.25

PS3:
X-Men Origins: Wolverine - $8.75
Disgaea 3: Absence of Justice - $8.50
Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm - $15
Dirt - $10

The following games did not qualify. All the tivs have been updated on tivs.ca and are accurate within cents.

DS: Prince of Persia - The Forgotten Sands - $5.25

Wii:
Klonoa - $ 6.50
MLB Power Pros 2008 - $6.25
Defendin' d' Penguin - $7

XBOX 360:
Sonic Unleashed - $7.75

PS3:
The Chronicles of Riddick: Assault on Dark Athena - $6.50
MX vs ATV Reflex - $7.50
Virtua Tennis 2009 - $2.50

Any advice on what to do with the nonqualifiers? Should I keep them with the hope that the tivs rise again or should I just trade them now?

Keep them most of those will probably rise agian.

[coolcomputergirl]

Keep them most of those will probably rise agian.

Ok, thanks for the advice.

[Nathematics]

Keep them most of those will probably rise agian.

I agree with keeping them but disagree with your reason why... I don't see any of those games going up in value ANY time soon... however I don't see them going down a lot either.

I'm hanging on to my similar list of games between 4-7 in the hopes that EB brings back a promo such as "Trade at least 3 games over $5 and get an EXTRA $5 on each".

[whoiam]

Ok, thanks for the advice.

I keep house of the dead overkill. He's at 7,50 right now. Hope he will rise from the dead again.

[punishment]

Has Sonic Unleashed been dead for a while? I've gotten some GREAT use out of that guy. So easy to find cheap on kijiji and at garage sales.

[ecsw]

Bad day.

Was told accessories PT toward Move controller ended.

EB
PS eye $20
Transformer WFC ps3 $40
Xbox fairytale fight $4.75
NHL11 ps3 $30
NHL Slapshot - no value. Not even with bundle box

PT T:WFC toward F1 2010

BBV
Forza 3 $18
Wii active - DO NOT TAKE (must be bundle, but do not take wii accessories)
Wii slapshot - same as wii active bundle

BTW, wii active bundle is $20 brand new in BBV. Not as hot as EB few days ago, but it is cheaper if u didn't get the deal.

[moonrider77]

Did u check how much is this one at BBV? ;)


Bad day.

Was told accessories PT toward Move controller ended.

EB
PS eye $20
Transformer WFC ps3 $40
Xbox fairytale fight $4.75
NHL11 ps3 $30
NHL Slapshot - no value. Not even with bundle box

PT T:WFC toward F1 2010

BBV
Forza 3 $18
Wii active - DO NOT TAKE (must be bundle, but do not take wii accessories)
Wii slapshot - same as wii active bundle

BTW, wii active bundle is $20 brand new in BBV. Not as hot as EB few days ago, but it is cheaper if u didn't get the deal.

[.fess]

/offtopic

Are there any other deal websites that you guys use when shopping around for the best price, or is RFD pretty much the only place?
I use shopbot, pricebat for price checks, but that's pretty much it.

BBV all PS3 except SCC:
Splinter Cell: Conviction - $30...Achievements are pain in the a$$
PoP: ~$1
Rock Band: Metal Track Pack - $1
Saboteur: $2-3

[witenite]

DAO and Bioshock 2 qualified. The rep wouldn't let me T2 for MoH, so I just put them on Dead Rising 2. He confirmed it is a Gaming Guarantee for me. 25 bucks bumped each.

:(

i tried trading 2 for MoH but that guy wouldnt let me and show me the same page that someone took a pic of, on what games could be Trade 2 +cash.

At the other Eb i deal with, they told me Dead Rising 2 ISNT a Gaming Guarantee.

[Feegus]

Console trades are back but they're nearly impossible to do with all the drops in tivs and without the Rogers or Blockbuster deals. In typical gamestop fashion, the csr I dealt with was new and didn't know about the console trades. Currently, the console trades aren't advertised anywhere whereas in July, they were in the flyer (albeit at the very bottom) and on the website. He asked me how I found out about the trade and I said that I asked a CSR at another gamestop which is partially true. Obviously, I found out here first and then checked with a CSR as well. I thought some of you might appreciate that.

Yesterday, I barely managed to trade for a 360 Slim and a Move Bundle.
The following games qualified:

DS:
CSI Deadly Intent - $8.25
Mega Man Zero Collection - $8.50

PSP:
Astroboy - $8

Wii:
Little League Baseball 2009 - $11.75
Family Fun Football - $14.75
No More Heroes 2 - $8.25
Brave: A Warrior's Tale - $9
Bleach: Shattered Blade - 10.25

XBOX 360: Rock Band Beatles - $8.25

PS3:
X-Men Origins: Wolverine - $8.75
Disgaea 3: Absence of Justice - $8.50
Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm - $15
Dirt - $10

The following games did not qualify. All the tivs have been updated on tivs.ca and are accurate within cents.

DS: Prince of Persia - The Forgotten Sands - $5.25

Wii:
Klonoa - $ 6.50
MLB Power Pros 2008 - $6.25
Defendin' d' Penguin - $7

XBOX 360:
Sonic Unleashed - $7.75

PS3:
The Chronicles of Riddick: Assault on Dark Athena - $6.50
MX vs ATV Reflex - $7.50
Virtua Tennis 2009 - $2.50

Any advice on what to do with the nonqualifiers? Should I keep them with the hope that the tivs rise again or should I just trade them now?

Thanks for the useful post! G-damn about unleashed though...I have it in my glovebox waiting to be set free but I was too slow.

[Nettles]

Anyone know any cheap qualifiers that can be picked up from BBV towards FIFA 11 excluding that list which is pretty much sold out?

And to the user who asked, I do use another site, ************************.com, it's new.

EDIT: Lol RFD censor^, I'll pm you the link if you want it.

[gheart008]

All for PS3 @ EB on 9/12/2010

Up - $8.25
NFS:Shift - $11.50
Simpsons - $9.75
Dante's Inferno - $14.00




Any advice on what to do with the nonqualifiers? Should I keep them with the hope that the tivs rise again or should I just trade them now?

Might as well keep them. I couldn't believe Up and Simpsons both went back above $8, so I got rid of them asap for a T3.

[junebug904]

EB TIV Sept 12
============

PS3- Uncharted $9.25
Wii- Big Brain $8.75
Wii- Brave $9.00 (Thanks ecsw!!)
Wii- Klonoa $7.50? (I thought the CSR said $7.50 but i notice someone else posted the TIV as $6.50? Either way, it no longer qualifies)

I tried to trade the first 3 games toward PS3 Move Bundle but was denied. I need to have 4 games over $8.00 TIV.
They can't accept 3 games over $8 TIV and $25.00 in credit.

I walked over to Best Buy (2 blks down) and bought PS3- Prince of Persia (got BB to price match Toys R us price of $19.99). Got the game for $18.99 plus tax. (BB was selling for $29.99).
Walked back to EB and traded the 4 games over $8.00 TIV. Got my pre-order of the PS3 Move Bundle :)

[mahjongmaniac]

Console trades are back but they're nearly impossible to do with all the drops in tivs and without the Rogers or Blockbuster deals.

well, there's always pawn shops, garage sales, local used game stores (like Cash converters or Microplay), and local classified ads,... that is, if you don't mind the leg-work

only problem is, none of those finds are share-able on here



Wii:
Little League Baseball 2009 - $11.75
Family Fun Football - $14.75
No More Heroes 2 - $8.25
Brave: A Warrior's Tale - $9
Bleach: Shattered Blade - 10.25

heh, as usual w/ Wii games, the least expected games that would seem to not qualify are the ones that have the higher "gem" TIVs :-0

---------


/offtopic

Are there any other deal websites that you guys use when shopping around for the best price, or is RFD pretty much the only place?
I use shopbot, pricebat for price checks, but that's pretty much it.

you forgot the most popular one that RFD uses (and is directly affil. w/): pricecanada.com

i use the combo of the 3 for price comparisons all the time, but PC.com is for the most part my fav. simply cuz it has the price history feature :)

[Captain Snazzypants]

EB TIV Sept 12
============

PS3- Uncharted $9.25
Wii- Big Brain $8.75
Wii- Brave $9.00 (Thanks ecsw!!)
Wii- Klonoa $7.50? (I thought the CSR said $7.50 but i notice someone else posted the TIV as $6.50? Either way, it no longer qualifies)

I tried to trade the first 3 games toward PS3 Move Bundle but was denied. I need to have 4 games over $8.00 TIV.
They can't accept 3 games over $8 TIV and $25.00 in credit.

I walked over to Best Buy (2 blks down) and bought PS3- Prince of Persia (got BB to price match Toys R us price of $19.99). Got the game for $18.99 plus tax. (BB was selling for $29.99).
Walked back to EB and traded the 4 games over $8.00 TIV. Got my pre-order of the PS3 Move Bundle :)

Absolutely false. You just got an idiot who cannot read either their own email or the poster that hangs above their head all day long. :evil:

I guess it worked out OK, but you were seriously inconvenienced soley due to the incompetence of one of their staff. It's little moments like this that remove any pangs of guilt I may have had for a fleeting second over trading in multiple Defendin Penguin's or WLCs recently. They really, really do deserve it sometimes... :facepalm:

[Vinman]

Might as well keep them. I couldn't believe Up and Simpsons both went back above $8, so I got rid of them asap for a T3.

Sure, for PS3, but I highly doubt the XB360 versions qualify - PS3 is always more valuable in TIV, but much, much, much harder to find cheap.

[HeavyDutyKronos]

Sure, for PS3, but I highly doubt the XB360 versions qualify - PS3 is always more valuable in TIV, but much, much, much harder to find cheap.

You get what you pay for. :lol:

[yoda12320]

You get what you pay for. :lol:

Har Har Har lol ok then.. :P

[Vinman]

You get what you pay for. :lol:

Ummm, they're the same price....

But now with all the thieves and pirates stealing all their PS3 software from here on in, I suspect that PS3 game demand will drop through the floor and TIVs will follow.

[HeavyDutyKronos]

Ummm, they're the same price....

But now with all the thieves and pirates stealing all their PS3 software from here on in, I suspect that PS3 game demand will drop through the floor and TIVs will follow.

Yep should be very easy to find PS3 games this winter.

[Vinman]

Yep should be very easy to find PS3 games this winter.

Definitely, and I remember when the XB360 Mods ramped up to full bore, smiling kids were bringing in stacks of their 360 games to "trade in"... :lol:

[trackercowe]

In other news, I have no way of paying off the 42 dollars left on the Legendary Edition besides cash. Argh :(

Amen brotha, I just found a store that would still let me trade towards the Legendary Edition. After seeing how valuable they might be I decided to go for it I was hoping somehow they would let me do a trade six, even a trade four so I could pay off most of the $150. But, they would only let me do the trade two. So now I still owe $100, and don't really have the spare credit to pay it off. Ill probably go in when it comes out and ask them to hold it for a few days to I can accumulate enough credit to pay it off.

This is exactly why I hate power trades. It makes it really hard to put together credit when you can get 1.5 the value towards any game under the right conditions.

[the_fm]

heh, as usual w/ Wii games, the least expected games that would seem to not qualify are the ones that have the higher "gem" TIVs :-0

but once they appeared on RFD, expect the games to drop.
if i didn't mention about Up and Cloudy a couple months ago, they would probably retain their high value and not be borderline games today

[fliime]

is eurocup 2009 for xbox 360 worth anything?
thanks

[disneyguru]

I doubt PS3 value would drop, not many PS3 owners will be doing the jailbreak thing. Many PS3 owners have upgraded to the lastest software version to play online with friends. Plus XB360 users have downloaded games off internet, and the tivs on XB360 and PS3 are usually the same. The future of tivs depends on the future of Blockbuster, Rogers, etc.

[dchabby]

EB TIV Sept 12
============

PS3- Uncharted $9.25
Wii- Big Brain $8.75
Wii- Brave $9.00 (Thanks ecsw!!)



why are you thanking ecsw for that game ??? he kept that one all to himself other than a few pm's he may have sent

[whoiam]

i tried trading 2 for MoH but that guy wouldnt let me and show me the same page that someone took a pic of, on what games could be Trade 2 +cash.

At the other Eb i deal with, they told me Dead Rising 2 ISNT a Gaming Guarantee.

Dumbs ahead. DR2 IS GG

About MOH for now it's only a T3. Check out in october for more details.

[ecsw]

why are you thanking ecsw for that game ??? he kept that one all to himself other than a few pm's he may have sent

'cause I sell it to her for $10 flat. :)

Lol, I kept 1 for myself after I done so many trades and whoever pm me got my answer of my advise. U made it sounded like I always keep games to myself. :facepalm: BTW, if I were to keep it to myself, I won't tell u RP has it for $5.99 used, would I?

When i got GRID in TRU for $10, I posted. When I had other games before, I posted new threads.
I am pretty sure I was the first one posted stormrise back when it was on for $10 long time ago as well as many others.

Guys, again. I m clean. I wish I can help more, but I dont have anything in my bag right now. :cry: the only turd I have is the wii active bundle which is probably worthless now anyway. :lol:

[ecsw]

EB TIV Sept 12
============
PS3- Uncharted $9.25
Wii- Big Brain $8.75
Wii- Brave $9.00 (Thanks ecsw!!)
Wii- Klonoa $7.50? (I thought the CSR said $7.50 but i notice someone else posted the TIV as $6.50? Either way, it no longer qualifies)
I tried to trade the first 3 games toward PS3 Move Bundle but was denied. I need to have 4 games over $8.00 TIV.
They can't accept 3 games over $8 TIV and $25.00 in credit.
I walked over to Best Buy (2 blks down) and bought PS3- Prince of Persia (got BB to price match Toys R us price of $19.99). Got the game for $18.99 plus tax. (BB was selling for $29.99).
Walked back to EB and traded the 4 games over $8.00 TIV. Got my pre-order of the PS3 Move Bundle :)

Glad u got what u were looking for. :) and nice to meet u. :)

[ecsw]

Did u check how much is this one at BBV? ;)

I will do that in a day or 2. :razz:

Don't want BBV tho think I m crazy with 2 new NHL games both just came out few days ago. :lol:

Not worry about EB, cause they used to me carry many games already. :lol:

[GVRtrader]

Amen brotha, I just found a store that would still let me trade towards the Legendary Edition. After seeing how valuable they might be I decided to go for it I was hoping somehow they would let me do a trade six, even a trade four so I could pay off most of the $150. But, they would only let me do the trade two. So now I still owe $100, and don't really have the spare credit to pay it off. Ill probably go in when it comes out and ask them to hold it for a few days to I can accumulate enough credit to pay it off.

This is exactly why I hate power trades. It makes it really hard to put together credit when you can get 1.5 the value towards any game under the right conditions.

Thats when you need to decide rather PT is worth it or is straight credit better. Remember all PT title can (can't think of any exception off the top of my head) also be obtained by T3 and more often than not can also be obtained via T2 +x (0-9.99) @ BB/BBV/RP/FS. A T3 @ EB actually works out to (generally) 24 - 30 credit where as a PT for the same title actually works out to 40 credits (or in some cases as high as 46.67). A T2 @ other stores generally work out to ~30-40 credit at those respective stores as well (altho their trade in values might be different than EB and in the case of BBV, it might work out to 60 credit there lol). Taking all those into consideration, from a mathematical standpoint, PT might not be as "hot" as it seems (altho i do it for some titles and i do have a ton of EB credits). Just throwing out some math since im doing macm homework (which ironically isn't dealing with numbers).:facepalm:

[GVRtrader]

I doubt PS3 value would drop, not many PS3 owners will be doing the jailbreak thing. Many PS3 owners have upgraded to the lastest software version to play online with friends. Plus XB360 users have downloaded games off internet, and the tivs on XB360 and PS3 are usually the same. The future of tivs depends on the future of Blockbuster, Rogers, etc.

With online gaming being more and more a priority for console gamers, i doubt too many will break and even if they do, they might opt for a 2nd console just to keep online gaming a possibility. Plus game prices seems to be dropping (or dropping faster/going on sale more often) thus the cost for a game actually isn't as high as it was before. Just take CoD series for example... a lot people bought a console just to play those games online... not because their computers can't handle it nor they prefer the crappy controller over mouse/kb but because everyone is playing on console online.

For anyone who reads this threads, odds are they are getting free rental of games anyways (buy + trade) or getting new games added to their collection so cheap, it might not even be worth the bandwidth.:lol:

[ecsw]

^ that, I have to agree. :) I use xbox for off-line game and ps3 for online game.
I overheard ppl in BB chatting games, one of the guy said the same thing. If I need online, I go on PS3. xbox if for my single player games.

For psjailbreak, agree on that too. I will keep my fat PS3 if I ever jailbreak and slim for my COD online. :)
But with getting games like free rental just like u said, Jailbreak is not as important for ppl like me. :lol:

[GVRtrader]

^ that, I have to agree. :) I use xbox for off-line game and ps3 for online game.
I overheard ppl in BB chatting games, one of the guy said the same thing. If I need online, I go on PS3. xbox if for my single player games.

For psjailbreak, agree on that too. I will keep my fat PS3 if I ever jailbreak and slim for my COD online. :)
But with getting games like free rental just like u said, Jailbreak is not as important for ppl like me. :lol:

Yeah PS3 is the popular choice online just because its free compared to XBOX gold. Personally i doubt i'll renew my gold membership since i only played Halo online and doubt i'll have time for that next year (namely doubt i'll play HR much). Besides Halo series, there really isn't anything on the 360 that you can play online but can't on a PS3 (even Mass Effect is going to be on the PS3 soon and that isn't all that big of an online game). I guess you could argue GeoW3 being a big online game but that remains to be seen and isn't like its coming out soon.:lol: Even more interesting is FF14 seems (by the beta test) to be geared towards the PS3 more than PC. Even if its out on PC first, seems like the general sense of the beta testers are that the PC version is more of an extended beta test for PS3 release.

My fat PS3 pretty much is an emulator/PS1/2 replacement right now since i ran out of HD space on it (well pretty much, ~10GB left on the 250GB i installed). Im using a slim with a 750GB HD so im hoping that doesn't fill up soon (lots of game data and i don't bother deleting lol... funny thing is most games i just beat but never go for 100%).

[braveblade]

Everyone mentioned Brave WII which I don't have a clue. Is there any place I can get this game? and for how much?
Thanks!

[ecsw]

Everyone mentioned Brave WII which I don't have a clue. Is there any place I can get this game? and for how much?
Thanks!
BB $10, PM for $9. RP, used $6. Don't thank me. :(

[ecsw]

Everyone mentioned Brave WII which I don't have a clue. Is there any place I can get this game? and for how much?
Thanks!

And ur user name has brave and u don't know? :)

[ecsw]

Oh, thats also only if anyone left some for u. Its most likely all gone and tiv will tank soon. Therefore, use at own risk.

Sorry can edit. RFD mobile doesn't have option to edit post.

[braveblade]

Thanks ecsw. Sold out in my city already.

[chaingunsofdoom]

Anyone know any cheap qualifiers that can be picked up from BBV towards FIFA 11 excluding that list which is pretty much sold out?

For T3, the last 3 I bought from BBV were X-Blades, Prototype, and Beatles Rockband (all for 360). They were $14.99, $9.99 and $9.99 each.

Since FIFA 11 is a powertrade @ EB, 2 POPs from TRU (or FS/BB pm) could get it for you quite easily but the cost would be quite high...

[junebug904]

why are you thanking ecsw for that game ??? he kept that one all to himself other than a few pm's he may have sent

Because he was super nice to sell me his copy of Brave for $10. He did not charge tax. He did not make any profit off it.
He helped me get the PS3 Move Bundle as i was short games.

[.fess]

1000 thanks to ecsw!

[ecsw]

Thanks ecsw. Sold out in my city already.

I would think so. Once the thread started on Friday, I knew it would be all gone the same day. Try pm in wm if u can find one.

[ecsw]

1000 thanks to ecsw!
LoL, I didn't tell about this, why thank me?

[ecsw]

Because he was super nice to sell me his copy of Brave for $10. He did not charge tax. He did not make any profit off it.
He helped me get the PS3 Move Bundle as i was short games.

:) well, it was $10.06 after pm and tax from FS. glad I can help out. :)

[.fess]

lol, cuz i heard about this Brave deal from you, not from the forum posts...

[ecsw]

lol, cuz i heard about this Brave deal from you, not from the forum posts...

Really? Since when? Don't remember pm u?

[trackercowe]

So is anyone else a bit more amped for the Legendary Edition of Reach than they were for Halo 3? Still can't believe they sold that ugly helmet for an extra $90 on top. At least with the codes, and the nice statue, there seems to be a bit of value in paying the same as you would for the console.

Looks like there is going to be a $130 edition of Tron Legacy released as well. It comes with a nice model of a light-cycle, but unlike CoD, and Reach I don't see the built in fan base shelling out $130 for Tron. But, I guess time will tell.

[yoda12320]

So is anyone else a bit more amped for the Legendary Edition of Reach than they were for Halo 3? Still can't believe they sold that ugly helmet for an extra $90 on top. At least with the codes, and the nice statue, their seems to be a bit of value in paying the same as you would for the console.

Looks like there is going to be a $130 edition of Tron Legacy released as well. It comes with a nice model of a light-cycle, but unlike CoD, and Reach I don't see the built in fan base shelling out $130 for Tron. But, I guess time will tell.

Yep can't sleep lol want it now! Getting Legendary and Console :). Ya Tron SE won't sell lol.

[Azer]

I looked over the last few pages but didn't see too much about where these eligible games can be found (Besides Brave Wii) but what are currently the cheapest eligible games for T2/T3?

[La Fleur]

I looked over the last few pages but didn't see too much about where these eligible games can be found (Besides Brave Wii) but what are currently the cheapest eligible games for T2/T3?

You're not gonna find much help in that regard in this thread. A lot of the other individual threads in the games forum should help you out. For example, someone just posted $10 for Borderlands and $15 for Left 4 Dead 2 in another thread at the Source. Those are great prices for games to play, but also good for trade. Keep an eye on those threads. The tiv thread is a big melting pot of info, so it's very difficult to sort out all the deals. A lot of it will be to do your own research too.

[yoda12320]

You're not gonna find much help in that regard in this thread. A lot of the other individual threads in the games forum should help you out. For example, someone just posted $10 for Borderlands and $15 for Left 4 Dead 2 in another thread at the Source. Those are great prices for games to play, but also good for trade. Keep an eye on those threads. The tiv thread is a big melting pot of info, so it's very difficult to sort out all the deals. A lot of it will be to do your own research too.

Hehe good luck finding copies of those now lol

[Grouper]

Hehe good luck finding copies of those now lol

This. Most stores started with 1 or sold out their copy of each game. In before the inevitable whine that someone "hoarded" the sole copy of their deal.

[mini kangaroo]

Wii EA Sports Active as of Sept 12th (Sunday) - 17 @ FS

apparently, this is a ymmv trade in? some futureshop says it's not in their system..... but i have no problem at others.... BB, same issue

[moonrider77]

Wii EA Sports Active as of Sept 12th (Sunday) - 17 @ FS

apparently, this is a ymmv trade in? some futureshop says it's not in their system..... but i have no problem at others.... BB, same issue

I had the same issue when I was trying to trade it in last night, but the CSR did a search and looked under "Sports Active", and he found it. ;)

[cashinstinct]

I had the same issue when I was trying to trade it in last night, but the CSR did a search and looked under "Sports Active", and he found it. ;)

If they only search "active", they will not find it. They have to search with "EA" to be any help (Sports Active too I assume).

It is in their system, and it specifies "bundle".

[La Fleur]

Anyone try NHL 11 at FS/BB? It was still showing as not in system at the beginning of the weekend. I have a feeling this could be 45 at some point there, or at least 40, along with Reach. FS/BB havent done a MW-type of promo where they guarantee 40-45 in a while. Now that Rogers sells everything for 40 or less used and with PT's in effect at EB, a new game for 40 will be hard to come by, but NHL and Reach are the best bets this month, especially since it's so hard to trasfer credit there and too easy at Bankruptbuster

[ecsw]

Anyone try NHL 11 at FS/BB? It was still showing as not in system at the beginning of the weekend. I have a feeling this could be 45 at some point there, or at least 40, along with Reach. FS/BB havent done a MW-type of promo where they guarantee 40-45 in a while. Now that Rogers sells everything for 40 or less used and with PT's in effect at EB, a new game for 40 will be hard to come by, but NHL and Reach are the best bets this month, especially since it's so hard to trasfer credit there and too easy at Bankruptbuster

I was there on Saturday and CSR said since they didn't remove from web, they will still do it. But it's suppose to be 3 days only. :)

Guy taking care of web must be on vacation or he is extremly nice to all RFDer. :)

[shadowslaya]

haven't been on here for like a week and stuff is already changing lol...

is it true the T4 for the Move Bundle is over?

[La Fleur]

I was there on Saturday and CSR said since they didn't remove from web, they will still do it. But it's suppose to be 3 days only. :)

Guy taking care of web must be on vacation or he is extremly nice to all RFDer. :)

Did you even read what I wrote? I'm asking if anyone has been able to get a tiv from BB/FS for NHL, not if I could do the T2 for it still. When I checked at the beginning of the weekend, the system said no value, but was wondering if maybe someone checked yesterday and they had a value for it. I award you no points, Billy.

[La Fleur]

haven't been on here for like a week and stuff is already changing lol...

is it true the T4 for the Move Bundle is over?

Absolutely not . . . Move hasn't even come out, you've got plenty of time (at least 'til the 17th, probably all month).

[ecsw]

Did you even read what I wrote? I'm asking if anyone has been able to get a tiv from BB/FS for NHL, not if I could do the T2 for it still. When I checked at the beginning of the weekend, the system said no value, but was wondering if maybe someone checked yesterday and they had a value for it. I award you no points, Billy.

oic. got too many pages opened. :p sorry, Sawyer. ;)

I got the value off EB ($30). I would imaging FS is at $30~40. I will try BBV in a few days. But if u got gift receipt (some actually gave out), then I had one returned for full $78 store credit.

Some also reported they return the game sealed with original trade receipt and got full value back. My only reason for NHL11 is credit transfer. Anything close to $40~45 FS credit and I am happy. :)

[whoiam]

oic. got too many pages opened. :p sorry, Sawyer. ;)

I got the value off EB ($30). I would imaging FS is at $30~40. I will try BBV in a few days. But if u got gift receipt (some actually gave out), then I had one returned for full $78 store credit.

Some also reported they return the game sealed with original trade receipt and got full value back. My only reason for NHL11 is credit transfer. Anything close to $40~45 FS credit and I am happy. :)

if you got 40, wait until october. New powertrades i'm sure of it!

[Acid_]

So is anyone else a bit more amped for the Legendary Edition of Reach than they were for Halo 3? Still can't believe they sold that ugly helmet for an extra $90 on top. At least with the codes, and the nice statue, there seems to be a bit of value in paying the same as you would for the console.

Looks like there is going to be a $130 edition of Tron Legacy released as well. It comes with a nice model of a light-cycle, but unlike CoD, and Reach I don't see the built in fan base shelling out $130 for Tron. But, I guess time will tell.

The Tron Evolution Limited Edition Game with the Lightcycle looks awesome. I'm tempted to get it.


http://www.gamesradar.com/xbox360/tron-evolution/news/tron-evolution-special-edition-includes-awesome-light-cycle-potential-overdraft-fees/a-2010083015275884075/g-20091214175346190098

[ecsw]

if you got 40, wait until october. New powertrades i'm sure of it!

I think it might turn into MW in EB later. But I really want FS credit instead. ;)

[La Fleur]

oic. got too many pages opened. :p sorry, Sawyer. ;)

I got the value off EB ($30). I would imaging FS is at $30~40. I will try BBV in a few days. But if u got gift receipt (some actually gave out), then I had one returned for full $78 store credit.

Some also reported they return the game sealed with original trade receipt and got full value back. My only reason for NHL11 is credit transfer. Anything close to $40~45 FS credit and I am happy. :)

Ya, that's exactly why I'm asking . . . credit transfer. Really gotta move some stuff to FS/BB and NHL and Reach are looking like my good friends right now.

[Swat]

A little off topic, but does anybody know if I can pre-order a game at one EB and pick up at another? I'm in training downtown this weekend and only a couple blocks from a different EB.

[HeavyDutyKronos]

A little off topic, but does anybody know if I can pre-order a game at one EB and pick up at another? I'm in training downtown this weekend and only a couple blocks from a different EB.

Nope.

[Smooth~]

A little off topic, but does anybody know if I can pre-order a game at one EB and pick up at another? I'm in training downtown this weekend and only a couple blocks from a different EB.

Nope. Your pre-order is from that branch and cannot be transfered as systems are not linked

[itrocks4u]

You can have more than one preorder of the same game at the same EB location though right?

[TripleQ]

Ya, that's exactly why I'm asking . . . credit transfer. Really gotta move some stuff to FS/BB and NHL and Reach are looking like my good friends right now.

Maybe you can check what the TIV of Skate 3 (360) at FS?

[HeavyDutyKronos]

You can have more than one preorder of the same game at the same EB location though right?

Duplicate PO's of the same title can raise suspicion. YMMV based on location.

[belowzeros]

You can have more than one preorder of the same game at the same EB location though right?


i've done it. i'm not too worried about it when I've used different titles for it. just tell the nosy CSR that it's for multiplayer for you and your brother and to gtfo your business =p

[yoda12320]

i've done it. i'm not too worried about it when I've used different titles for it. just tell the nosy CSR that it's for multiplayer for you and your brother and to gtfo your business =p

+1 this excuse will work till EB's Skynet launchs in November lol. "There watching us" lol.
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[ecsw]

Maybe you can check what the TIV of Skate 3 (360) at FS?

it was $35 last week or so I believe.

[witenite]

+1 this excuse will work till EB's Skynet launchs in November lol. "There watching us" lol.
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HAHAHHAAHA

Who is John Connor? Who is the choosen one to save all of turdnanity?

Eb Games
Astroboy PSP : $8 Still alive
Infamous : $14
Little Big Planet : $20.50

[Smooth~]

+1 this excuse will work till EB's Skynet launchs in November lol. "There watching us" lol.
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Haha

[LegendKillaXXI]

Microplay tivs
Metal Gear Solid Peace Walker - $15
Banjo Kazooie Nuts & Bolts - $3
Kameo - $1.50
Metal Gear Solid 4 (limited edition) - $24

[FulciKills]

Make all the jokes you want now, you won't being laughing when the new system becomes self aware.

[yoda12320]

Make all the jokes you want now, you won't being laughing when the new system becomes self aware.

I'm half joking and being half serious lol.

[TripleQ]

+1 this excuse will work till EB's Skynet launchs in November lol. "There watching us" lol.
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What do you think is more suspcious, 3 pre-orders at one store, or 3 pre-orders scattered throughout the city?

[TripleQ]

it was $35 last week or so I believe.

Thanks.. it was more of a rhetorical question though.