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New GameStop Sale Includes 30% Off Pre-Owned Switch 2 and PS5 Games If You Follow These Steps
GameStop has launched a new "Buy More, Save More" sale offering up to 30% off select pre-owned games. The promotion includes discounts on titles for the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5.
Save On Limited Edition PS5 Consoles, Game, And More – The Best PS5 Deals Of The Week (May 15, 2026)
This week's PlayStation 5 deals include discounts on various games like Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, Octopath Traveler 0, and Diablo 4. Limited edition PS5 bundles, such as the Ghost of Yotei Gold Limited Edition, are available for $600. Accessory deals include refurbished DualSense controllers and gaming headsets from Razer and Sony.
Nintendo pre-order updates – April 19, 2026 – Rhythm Heaven Groove and more
This article provides a comprehensive list of Nintendo products available for pre-order across various retailers in the United States, Canada, and the UK. It details release dates, editions, and participating stores for a wide range of upcoming games and amiibo.
GameStop Power Packs will launch this week
GameStop announced that its Power Packs will be launching this week. The company's digital trading card market has been in beta testing since the previous summer.
Gunzilla Games Employees Claim Unpaid Salaries as Off the Grid Studio Struggles
Gunzilla Games is facing allegations of unpaid salaries for employees, with some claims extending up to five months, despite receiving over $100 million in funding. The studio's flagship game, Off the Grid, has underperformed, contributing to financial difficulties and multiple rounds of layoffs. Employee morale is low, reflected in a Glassdoor rating of 2.4, with significant payment delays impacting Ukrainian and EU-based staff.
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A former GameStop executive, who helped develop the company's failed Steam competitor, discusses why Valve ultimately succeeded in the digital distribution market. The article explores the challenges and strategies involved in competing with Steam.
A former GameStop exec thought building its Steam competitor would be his 'forever job,' but the retailer bet the house on digital distribution being 'a passing phase'
Former GameStop executive Larry Kuperman discussed Impulse, the retailer's failed attempt to compete with Steam, during a Game Developers Conference interview. Kuperman, who later worked at Nightdive Studios, detailed the challenges of building the digital distribution platform, which was ultimately shut down in 2014. The article also touches on GameStop's recent business struggles and the broader shift towards digital game sales.
"Gabe really had a great vision": Steam became a PC gaming cornerstone because Valve built a community with "stickiness," says Nightdive chief who worked on GameStop's Steam competitor
Valve's Steam platform became a PC gaming cornerstone due to its focus on community building and accessibility for developers, according to Nightdive chief Larry Kuperman. Unlike early competitors, Steam fostered a 'sticky' ecosystem that encouraged player return and lowered the barrier to entry for indie developers, helping many stay in business.
An architect of GameStop's long-forgotten Steam competitor explains why he thinks Valve came out on top: 'What Steam did better than anybody else was to create a community'
Former Impulse storefront architect Larry Kuperman explains Valve's success with Steam, attributing it to superior community building and a more open platform for developers. He contrasts Steam's approach with early competitors like GameStop's Impulse and Paradox's GamersGate, highlighting Steam's ability to foster indie survival and facilitate the sale of third-party games.
Nightdive's Larry Kuperman retires after 25-year career in games: 'We never looked at games as products'
Larry Kuperman, Vice President of Business Development at Nightdive Studios, has announced his retirement after a 25-year career in the games industry. Kuperman, who was instrumental in Nightdive's game preservation efforts and the System Shock 2 remaster, cited personal losses and a desire to support new industry entrants as motivations for his decision. He plans to remain active with the International Game Developers Association.
April 2026: Switch 2 Drops Fortnite, GTA, Mario & Perso... | TAG
Multiple reports indicate potential price increases for the Nintendo Switch 2, with experts suggesting a price point over $450 by year's end due to rising component costs. Meanwhile, Kena: Bridge of Spirits receives a Switch 2 port that offers little improvement over previous versions. Sony is also reportedly increasing prices for the PlayStation 5 lineup, with a PS5 Pro potentially costing $900.
Buy This Amazing Borderlands 4 Art Print To Support A Veterans Charity
Gearbox Software has partnered with artist Erik Thor Sandberg and GameStop to release a Borderlands 4-themed art print, with 100% of profits benefiting the Stack Up charity, which supports veterans' mental health through gaming. The 18 x 24 prints are available for $50, with sales contributing to care packages and event travel for military personnel. Despite softer-than-expected initial sales for Borderlands 4, Take-Two Interactive believes the game will be a long-term success.
Where to Buy A PS5, PS5 Pro, Or PS Portal Before The Prices Go Up This Week
Sony is increasing the prices of the PlayStation 5, PS5 Pro, and PS Portal hardware starting April 2, 2026. Retailers like GameStop are offering trade-in deals and selling existing stock at current prices until the increase takes effect. The price hikes will affect all PS5 models, including the Slim and Pro versions, as well as the PS Portal handheld device.
GameStop (GME) Q4 2025 hardware and software sales fell from the prior year
GameStop reported a significant drop in net sales for Q4 2025 compared to the previous year. This decline occurred despite the release of the Nintendo Switch 2, indicating a challenging period for the company's hardware and software sales.
GameStop (GME) reports 66.2 million directly registered shares (DRS) as of March 18, 2026
GameStop reported 66.2 million directly registered shares as of March 18, 2026. This figure represents a decrease of 0.8 million shares compared to the figures reported in December 2025.
GameStop (GME) bought $1.7 billion in marketable securities during Q4 2025
GameStop purchased approximately $1.7 billion in marketable securities during the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2025. The company allocated nearly $2 billion towards these short-term investments within the quarter.
GameStop (GME) Collectibles revenue topped $1 billion in FY 2025
GameStop's financial year 2025 saw significant revenue generation from its Collectibles segment, which surpassed $1 billion. This category was a primary driver of the company's overall financial performance during the period.
GameStop (GME) Bitcoin holdings decreased $151 million in value during Q4 2025
GameStop's Bitcoin holdings saw a decrease in value of $151 million during the fourth quarter of 2025. CEO Ryan Cohen's timing of the company's cryptocurrency investment has negatively impacted its balance sheet.
GameStop (GME) Q4 2025 earnings results beat EPS estimates, miss revenue expectations
GameStop announced its Q4 2025 financial results, surpassing earnings per share estimates but falling short of revenue expectations. The company's stock experienced volatile trading following the release of the report.
Want to Feel Old? GameStop Says PS3 and Wii U are 'Historic Artifacts' | Console Creatures
GameStop has updated its in-store classifications, designating the Wii U, Xbox 360, and PlayStation 3 as 'Historic Artifacts' and placing them in the retro console section. This change accompanies a 10% trade-in value bump for these consoles and allows for the trade-in of defective hardware, provided it can power on.
