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GAME’s death signals video game retail’s end, and bids farewell to one of the happiest times of my life
The closure of the final three GAME stores in the UK marks the effective end of physical video game retail in the country. The author reflects on their time working at a Gamestation store in the mid-2000s, highlighting the community and camaraderie that has been lost with the shift to digital sales and online gaming.
Sony is Seemingly Testing Dynamic Pricing On The PlayStation Store
Sony is reportedly testing dynamic pricing on the PlayStation 5 PlayStation Store, with some users receiving personalized discounts of up to 17.6% on over 100 games. This A/B testing, which has been ongoing for at least three months across nearly 70 regions excluding the US and Japan, includes both first-party and third-party titles.
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.
Resident Evil Requiem Features Former Hollywood CG Artists, Producer Says
Resident Evil Requiem has reportedly sold out at major Japanese retailers including Yodobashi, Bic Camera, Yamada Denki, and Amazon Japan for the Nintendo Switch 2. This indicates a strong consumer demand for Capcom's latest title on the platform.
