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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.
PS3, Xbox 360 and Nintendo Wii U consoles are officially 'retro' says retailer
US retailer GameStop has officially declared the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and Wii U as retro consoles. This classification is part of a promotion for a retro trade-in bonus offer. The article notes that the PlayStation 3 is 20 years old this year, while the Xbox 360 is even older, making them two generations behind current hardware.
GameStop Officially Classifies PS3, Xbox 360, and Wii U as Retro Consoles - GameHaunt
GameStop has officially classified the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and Nintendo Wii U as retro consoles as of February. This change expands their retro hardware category and offers customers a 10% trade-in bonus on these systems until March 21, provided the consoles power on. The retailer now treats these machines similarly to older consoles like the PlayStation 2, with limited stock and fluctuating prices based on rarity.
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Game developers are reacting to Valve's statements regarding profit margins on Steam. Additionally, GameStop has announced the release date for its fourth-quarter and fiscal year 2025 financial results.
GameStop declares Nintendo Wii U as a retro console, trade-in bonus offer announced
GameStop has officially declared the Nintendo Wii U, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360 as retro consoles. The retailer announced this change alongside a new trade-in bonus offer for these older systems.
King Dedede & Tank Star Amiibo Preorders Are Live, and ... | TAG
Preorders are now live for the King Dedede & Tank Star Amiibo figures, priced at $55, available at Amazon, Best Buy, and GameStop. The article also covers Nintendo's destruction mechanics in Donkey Kong Bananza, new features in Harvest Moon: Echoes of Teradea, the StarCraft Tabletop Miniatures Game release, Solasta 2 early access, PS5 deals, Pokémon Pokopia's innovative approach, free Steam games, March PlayStation Plus additions, the playable Star Wars: First Assault, Pragmata's demo success, and Bungie's Marathon extraction shooter.
Resident Evil Requiem is Still Almost Entirely Sold Out Online, With Physical Copies Only Available at Select Retailers - IGN
Physical copies of Resident Evil Requiem are nearly sold out online across all platforms in the US, with limited stock remaining at select retailers like Amazon for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2. Digital preorders are widely available, and the PC version has discounts on third-party sites. The game, developed by Capcom, released on February 27 for PS5, Xbox, Switch 2, and PC.
US Gamers Are Spending Way Less Than They Used To On Physical Games
US spending on physical video games saw an 11% decline from 2024 to 2025, reaching an all-time low of $1.5 billion in 2025. While this trend reflects the rise of digital distribution and subscription services like PlayStation Plus Catalog and Xbox Game Pass, the launch of the Nintendo Switch 2 is noted to have helped stabilize numbers. Analysts suggest a potential resurgence of physical media could occur as older technologies gain popularity.
The Best Nintendo Switch Deals This Week (March 3, 2026)
This week's Nintendo Switch deals include discounts on numerous games, accessories, and consoles, with many savings available through Woot's ongoing event. Notable game deals feature first-party titles like Pokemon Legends: Z-A and third-party releases such as Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles. Accessory bundles and console price cuts on the Switch Lite and refurbished OLED model are also available.
Pre-orders live for Dinkum's physical Switch release
Pre-orders are now open for the physical Nintendo Switch edition of Dinkum, a life simulation game developed by James Bendon. The physical release is scheduled for January 30, 2026, with North American pre-orders at GameStop offering exclusive Day-1 bonuses including a keyring and a costume set. Purchases from other retailers will still include the costume set.
