Bring the Bizarre, Get Store Credit: GameStop's Unusual Trade-In Offer

In a move to attract more customers to its stores, GameStop is launching a unique promotion called "Trade Anything Day" on December 6, 2025. For this one-day event, the retailer is allowing customers to bring in almost any physical item and receive store credit in return.

Unlike traditional trade-in programs that focus on games, consoles, and accessories, this promotion encourages fans to show up with unusual or unexpected items, as long as they meet the promotional rules. However, GameStop has outlined a strict list of exclusions, including hazardous materials, liquids, lithium-ion battery items, weapons, alcohol, drugs, computers, TVs, jewelry, and currency.

The "Trade Anything Day" event is part of GameStop's ongoing efforts to experiment with new ways to drive foot traffic and boost trade-ins at its stores. The promotion comes after years of criticism about the retailer's regular trade-in values, which have often been the subject of jokes and complaints.

While GameStop hasn't announced a fixed credit amount for the event, the store credit received will depend on the item, its condition, and the store's evaluation. Customers will be able to make multiple trade-ins during the event, provided each item follows the safety rules and fits inside a 20x20x20 box.