A GameStop Google Search cache briefly showed an August 4 pre-order date for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake on Nintendo Switch 2, but industry insider Nate the Hate and Polygon's investigation suggest the date was pulled from another game's listing. Nintendo has not confirmed any pre-order or release details beyond a late 2026 window.
The Nintendo Switch 2 Camera, originally priced at $54.99, is now available for $9.99 at GameStop, marking an 80% discount. This significant price drop makes the camera more accessible for features like facial movement tracking in GameChat avatars, recently showcased in the Star Fox remake. Players can now consider the camera for enhanced Switch 2 experiences without the hefty price tag.
GameStop's loyalty program, Gains, might be dropping its most popular perk. Sources indicate the removal of a key benefit that made the program attractive to gamers. This change could impact customer loyalty.
GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen revealed in a conversation with Business Insider that he never felt passionate about GameStop, expressing greater interest in leading eBay. Despite his efforts, GameStop continues to struggle with a declining physical retail presence. Cohen's bid for eBay, however, faces significant financial hurdles.
GameStop has launched "Power Packs," selling randomized, PSA-graded Pokémon cards for up to $5,000. This high-stakes, low-odds gamble offers a mere 0.4% chance at a card worth over $40,000 for the top-tier "Neutronium" pack. Players can spend $5,000 on a single PSA-graded Pokémon card, with a 72% chance of getting something worth less than they paid.
GameStop has unveiled a new $5,000 "Neutronium" Power Pack for Pokémon cards, boasting potential pulls worth up to $68,000, amidst its surprising $56 billion bid to acquire eBay. This high-stakes gamble relies on the lucrative Pokémon card market, where GameStop's curated packs offer a 0.4% chance at top-tier cards. The move is part of GameStop's pivot to collectibles, aiming to fund its enormous eBay acquisition bid.
In a surprising move, renowned investor Michael Burry, known for his role in "The Big Short," has sold all his GameStop stock after years of publicly backing the company. This shift comes amidst GameStop's ongoing transformation efforts in the gaming retail sector. The decision sparks curiosity among investors and gamers alike regarding the future of the beloved game retailer.
GameStop's CEO, Ryan Cohen, left CNBC hosts speechless with his inability to explain how the $11 billion company plans to acquire the $47 billion eBay for $56 billion. The interview highlighted a glaring lack of financial strategy, sparking both amusement and concern among viewers. As the proposal faces skepticism, the implications for GameStop's shareholders and employees hang in the balance.
