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GameStop
1.6
based on 3 Reviews
About GameStop
Founded in2000 (25 yrs old)
India Employee Count51-200
Global Employee Count10k-50k
HeadquartersGrapevine, United States
Office Locations
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Websitegamestop.com
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GameStop holds the top score in the video game retailing industry. Operating under the GameStop, EB Games, and Micromania banners, it's the largest retailer of new and used games, hardware, entertainment software, and accessories. It boasts about 6,700 stores in the US, Europe, Australia, and Canada. By carrying about 4,500 items, including 1,000 new video game titles, a majority of GameStop's revenue is generated by sales of new and used video games and their software. The firm also sells downloadable add-on content from publishers. GameStop operates e-commerce websites, offers GameStop TV in many of its locations, and publishes Game Informer, a video game magazine that reaches some 5.7 million subscribers.
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GameStop Ratings
based on 3 reviews
Overall Rating
1.6/5
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Work-life balance
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Company culture
1.9
Skill development
1.6
Salary
1.4
Work satisfaction
1.1
Job security
1.1
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GameStop is rated 1.6 out of 5 stars on AmbitionBox, based on 3 company reviews.This rating reflects a below average employee experience, indicating poor satisfaction with the company’s work culture, benefits, and career growth opportunities. AmbitionBox gathers authentic employee reviews and ratings, making it a trusted platform for job seekers and employees in India.
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Highly Rated for | No highly rated category | Work-life balance Company culture Salary | Job security Skill development | Skill development Company culture Work-life balance |
Critically Rated for | Job security Promotions Work satisfaction | No critically rated category | Promotions | Promotions |
Primary Work Policy | - | Hybrid 83% employees reported | Work from office 80% employees reported | Work from office 79% employees reported |
Rating by Women Employees | - no rating available | 4.2 Good rated by 931 women | 3.7 Good rated by 444 women | 4.0 Good rated by 307 women |
Rating by Men Employees | - no rating available | 4.1 Good rated by 1.9k men | 3.9 Good rated by 3.8k men | 4.1 Good rated by 3.6k men |
Job security | 1.1 Bad | 4.1 Good | 3.9 Good | 3.6 Good |
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GameStop Salaries
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GameStop News
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Sale Super Mario Switch Games Revealed Ahead of Mar10 Day
- Nintendo announced the Super Mario game and Switch bundle promotions ahead of Mar10 Day on March 10, 2025.
- The OLED Super Mario Bros Wonder bundle includes the console, the latest Super Mario title, and three months of Nintendo Switch Online.
- Best Buy, GameStop, Target, and Walmart will offer seven Super Mario Switch games at a discounted price of $39.99, except Mario vs. Donkey Kong priced at $29.99.
- Mar10 Day special retail promotion includes the availability of Alarmo at select stores starting from March 9, 2025.
Siliconera | 5 Mar, 2025

Nintendo Alarmo Clock Heads to Best Buy, GameStop, Target, Walmart
- Nintendo has announced that the Alarmo clock will be available at Best Buy, GameStop, Target, and Walmart on March 9, 2025.
- The price of the Alarmo clock is $99.99 at Best Buy and $99.00 at Walmart.
- While Best Buy and Walmart have shared product listings for the device, Target's product page shows an 'item not available' message.
- The Nintendo Alarmo clock allows users to set different themes based on Nintendo properties and displays different scenes and characters when alarms go off.
Siliconera | 4 Mar, 2025

GameStop/Zip Partnership Lets Gamers Play Now and Pay Later
- GameStop partners with Zip to offer Buy Now, Pay Later options for gamers.
- Zip becomes the chief installment payments partner for GameStop.
- GameStop is a leader in the $100 billion video game sector.
- Pay later plans are becoming popular, serving as a tool for managing day-to-day expenses for consumers.
Pymnts | 4 Mar, 2025

Investors Push GameStop CEO To Consider $5 Billion Bitcoin Reserve Strategy
- GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen confirmed the receipt of a proposal from Strive Asset Management to adopt Bitcoin as a reserve asset.
- Strive Asset Management suggests that GameStop could leverage its $5 billion cash reserves to acquire Bitcoin and redefine its market position.
- GameStop has previously made moves into the cryptocurrency and blockchain space, including launching a self-custodial crypto wallet and an NFT marketplace.
- Investing $5 billion in Bitcoin could position GameStop as a strong player in the financial landscape, but Bitcoin has recently seen a notable drop in price.
Bitcoinist | 27 Feb, 2025

Strive CEO Advices GameStop CEO to Deploy Its $4.6B Cash Reserve Into Bitcoin
- Strive CEO Matt Cole has advised GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen to deploy the company's $4.6B cash reserve into Bitcoin.
- A letter was sent to Cohen proposing the move to strengthen and expand the recovered capital of the company.
- The letter highlights GameStop's reduced operating losses and suggests Bitcoin as an inflation hedge.
- The potential impact of a $4.6B Bitcoin purchase by GameStop on market dynamics and company stock prices remains uncertain.
Bitcoinsensus | 27 Feb, 2025

GameStop CEO Acknowledges Proposal To Convert Its $5 Billion Cash Into Bitcoin
- GameStop has acknowledged a proposal from Strive Asset Management to convert $5 billion of its cash reserves into Bitcoin.
- Strive CEO Matt Cole recommended that GameStop purchase Bitcoin and finance additional BTC purchases using market offerings.
- Cole argues that Bitcoin is a superior alternative to holding cash, serving as an inflation hedge and true store of value.
- It is unclear whether GameStop intends to follow Strive's proposal.
Zycrypto | 27 Feb, 2025

Strive CEO Proposes Bold Bitcoin(BTC) Strategy to Propel GameStop’s Growth
- Strive Asset Management CEO, Matt Cole, proposes that GameStop invest its $4.6 billion cash reserve in Bitcoin to become a market leader.
- The suggestion receives mixed reactions, with some viewing it as an opportunity to reshape traditional finance in the BTC market.
- Strive recommends GameStop close underperforming stores and focus on online operations to allocate capital for BTC purchases.
- The proposal aligns with the growing trend of corporate adoption of cryptocurrency as a reserve asset, following the examples set by companies like MicroStrategy.
TronWeekly | 26 Feb, 2025

Bitcoin Dipped to $86K Following Bybit Hack and Trump’s Tariffs
- Bitcoin (BTC) falls below $89K due to Bybit hack, ETF outflows, and market uncertainty.
- Trump's tariffs on Canada and Mexico increase pressure on global markets.
- BTC facing resistance at $90,000, with support at $86,000 and a critical level at $84,500.
- Bitcoin ETFs record the largest ever outflows, while GameStop and some states show interest in BTC.
TheNewsCrypto | 26 Feb, 2025

Bitcoin News: GameStop Mulls BTC Allocation for Corporate Treasury
- Strive Asset Management urges GameStop to allocate part of its $5 billion cash reserves to Bitcoin to hedge against inflation and drive long-term growth.
- GameStop's response to Bitcoin adoption remains uncertain as it has not yet responded to the recommendation.
- GameStop's financial position would become stronger by incorporating Bitcoin into its treasury.
- The move by GameStop could influence other corporations to consider Bitcoin as a reserve asset for their financial operations.
Crypto-News-Flash | 26 Feb, 2025

GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen Considers $4.6 Billion Bitcoin Purchase Recommendation
- GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen received a recommendation from Strive Asset Management to invest GameStop's $4.6 billion cash reserves in Bitcoin.
- Strive CEO Matt Cole suggested using new equity and convertible debt securities to fund additional Bitcoin purchases.
- This potential move follows GameStop's rise during the 2020-2021 meme stock craze that caused losses for Wall Street firms.
- Swan Bitcoin's John Haar commented that such a move would surprise traditional finance investors.
- GameStop's stock surged during the meme stock phenomenon, driven by retail investors coordinating on Reddit.
- Cole recommended a 'Leveraged Bitcoin Equity' strategy, involving raising funds to purchase more Bitcoin.
- The timing aligns with reports that GameStop was exploring investments beyond traditional financial instruments.
- Cole advised operational changes to free up capital for Bitcoin investment and transform GameStop.
- Cole suggested focusing exclusively on Bitcoin to establish GameStop as a disciplined organization.
- GameStop's potential move into Bitcoin would mark a significant shift in corporate strategy.
Blockonomi | 26 Feb, 2025

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GameStop FAQs
When was GameStop founded?
GameStop was founded in 2000. The company has been operating for 25 years.
Where is the GameStop headquarters located?
GameStop is headquartered in Grapevine.
How many employees does GameStop have in India?
GameStop currently has approximately 60+ employees in India.
What are the cons of working in GameStop?
Working at GameStop does have some drawbacks that potential employees should consider. The company is poorly rated for promotions / appraisal, job security and work satisfaction, based on 3 employee reviews on AmbitionBox.
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