GameStop’s Trade Anything Day returns — and it’s wilder than ever.
🎮 What Even Is Trade Anything Day?
Every so often, GameStop brings back one of the most unpredictable promotions in gaming retail: Trade Anything Day — an event where customers can bring in almost anything in exchange for store credit.
Old tech?
Board games?
Random household objects?
A toaster?
A box of cables from 2009?
You name it, someone probably brought it.
In the video, we take a look at some of the craziest trades people attempted this year and break down exactly how GameStop determines what they will and won’t accept.
🤣 The Wildest Items People Tried to Trade
This year’s event did not disappoint. Some of the standout “What were they thinking?” items included:
Retro electronics from the early 90s
Half-working consoles
Obscure accessories nobody has seen in decades
Random household objects (seriously… someone brought kitchenware)
Plushies, DVDs, controllers, and even collectibles mixed in a single bag
It truly was peak Trade Anything Day energy.
💵 So… What Does GameStop Actually Accept?
Surprisingly, more than you’d think — as long as the item has some resale or refurb potential.
GameStop staff check:
Condition
Current inventory
Demand
Whether they can refurb, resell, or upcycle it
The video goes into detail on what got approved, what didn’t, and what surprised even the employees.
💡 Tips to Maximize Your Trade-In Value
Want to make the most out of the event next time? A few pro tips:
✔ Bring items with perceived resale value
Game consoles, games, accessories, and retro items perform best.
✔ Clean your items first
Dust and grime can get something rejected on sight.
✔ Bring power cables and controllers
Complete items = better value.
✔ Don’t be afraid to try
GameStop will reject some things…
…but people still walked out with credit for items you wouldn’t believe.
🎥 Watch the Full Breakdown
The full video explores the funniest trades, biggest surprises, and how people got the most credit — plus what you can do next time to maximize your trade-in haul.
If you’re into:
🎮 gaming deals
💾 retro game hunting
💸 maximizing store credit
👀 or just watching chaos unfold at retail
…this event is absolutely worth checking out.
🔗 Final Thoughts
GameStop’s Trade Anything Day continues to be one of the strangest — and most entertaining — promos in gaming retail. Every event feels like a mix between a garage sale, a treasure hunt, and a comedy show.
If you’ve ever wondered, “Would they take THIS?” — chances are, someone already tried.