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GameStop Closing Locations in the United States

Author : Finn Jan 24,2025

GameStop Closing Locations in the United States

GameStop's Silent Store Closures Spark Concern

The video game retailer GameStop is quietly shuttering numerous US stores, leaving both customers and employees reeling. This wave of closures, largely unannounced by the company, represents a significant blow to the once-dominant brick-and-mortar giant. Social media platforms are buzzing with reports from affected customers and employees, painting a concerning picture of the company's future.

GameStop, a name synonymous with video games for over 44 years (originally Babbage's), once boasted over 6,000 locations globally and $9 billion in annual sales (2015). However, the shift to digital game distribution has significantly impacted its profitability. By February 2024, ScrapeHero data indicated a nearly one-third reduction in GameStop's physical footprint, with approximately 3,000 stores remaining in the US.

Following a December 2024 SEC filing hinting at further closures, anecdotal evidence from customers and employees on platforms like Twitter and Reddit has flooded in. Disappointed customers lament the loss of convenient, often affordable, local options. Meanwhile, employees express concerns about increasingly unrealistic performance targets amidst the ongoing store closures. One Canadian employee cited "ridiculous goals" imposed by upper management as they evaluate store viability.

The Continuing Decline of GameStop

The recent store closures are merely the latest chapter in GameStop's ongoing struggle. A March 2024 Reuters report predicted a grim outlook, highlighting a 287-store closure in the preceding year, following a nearly 20% revenue drop ($432 million) in the fourth quarter of 2023 compared to 2022.

Numerous attempts to revitalize GameStop have been made over the years, including diversifying into merchandise, phone trade-ins, and collectible card grading. The company also received a temporary boost in 2021 from the Reddit-fueled investor frenzy, a phenomenon documented in productions like Netflix's "Eat the Rich: The GameStop Saga" and the film "Dumb Money." However, these efforts have yet to stem the tide of declining sales and store closures. The silent closures signal a potentially critical juncture for the iconic retailer.

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