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GameStop Launches New Retro GameStops Across North America | Retro Gaming News 24/7 (www.retronews.com)
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GameStop Launches New Retro GameStops Across North America

GameStop, the video game retailer, has recently announced its expansion into the realm of retro gaming with the launch of new ‘Retro GameStops’ across North America. These stores are specifically designed to cater to aficionados who cherish classic games and hardware from past generations.

The initiative by GameStop aims to tap into the ever-growing market for retro gaming, offering a nostalgic experience for enthusiasts interested in titles from the last forty years of gaming history. The stores will stock a selection of consoles such as NES, SNES, Game Boy, GameCube, PlayStation, Sega Genesis, and more, providing a one-stop-shop for collectors and players alike.

*Key Points:

  • New Stores: Retro GameStops are not entirely new locations but existing ones that have been reinvigorated with a focus on retro stock.
  • Market Tapping: The move signifies the company's strategic response to the growing demand for vintage gaming experiences and products.

Is there a very particular console or game you would love to find in a Retro GameStop?

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[–] [email protected] 4 points 2 months ago (1 children)

Oh, they're gonna have cheap prices on retro games right? Right?!?

[–] [email protected] 1 points 2 months ago

Customer: brings in super rare limited edition signed copy Sintendo game

GameStop Retro: Best we can do is $0.50, but if you sell it and come back next week we'll let you buy it back for $6mil! What a steal!