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GameStop Closes Retail Storefronts And Moves To Digital Processing Of Orders

During the week of March 16, GameStop made the decision to keep retail stores open during the coronavirus outbreak, even in states that required all non-essential businesses to close their doors. Its internal memo to workers instructed managers to inform any question authorities that GameStop views itself as "essential retail."GameStop has decided to reverse that decision and announced that it will close its retail storefronts, go entirely digital on orders, and will offer curbside pick-up at stores and delivery options."We have been steadfast in our adherence to CDC-guided safety and

Weekend PC Download Deals for Mar. 20: Free Tomb Raider on Steam

These are difficult times that we're living in and one of the ways that people are coping is through video games. PC gaming retailers, along with game developers from around the world, are hoping to lessen the pain by offering significant discounts on some of the best PC games. Steam, specifically, is offering some high-level discounts on a number of games. We touched on this earlier today, but Square Enix is offering free copies of Tomb Raider and Lara Croft and the Temple of Osiris on Steam. We don't know

Pixar’s Onward Releases On Digital Today, Disney Plus Soon

Pixar's Onward is joining the growing list of movies to get early digital releases. Just two weeks after its theatrical debut, Onward is set to release digitally today, March 20 at 5 PM PT / 8 PM ET for $20. The wonderful adventure film will also land on Disney Plus on April 3, so subscribers only have to wait two more weeks before they can start streaming the latest Pixar movie.Onward director Dan Scanlon and producer Kori Rae released a statement announcing the decision. "While we're looking forward to audiences

Amazon’s Animal Crossing And Doom Eternal Deliveries Could Be Delayed

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic may cause some disruptions in Amazon's shipments of Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Doom Eternal. Customers who have pre-ordered either title through the online retailer have been receiving emails notifying them that there may be a delay in their delivery, as the company will "temporarily" be prioritizing shipping out household and medical items."As COVID-19 has spread, we've recently seen an increase in people shopping online which has had an impact on how we serve our customers," Amazon said in a statement shared with GameSpot. "So in

Animal Crossing And Doom Eternal Deliveries From Amazon Could Be Delayed

The ongoing COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic may cause some disruptions in Amazon's shipments of Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Doom Eternal, the retailer has confirmed. Customers who have pre-ordered either title through the online retailer have been receiving emails notifying them that there may be a delay in their delivery, as the company will "temporarily" be prioritizing shipping out household and medical items."As COVID-19 has spread, we've recently seen an increase in people shopping online which has had an impact on how we serve our customers," Amazon said in a statement

GameStop Will Keep Stores Open, Even If It Defies State Government Orders

GameStop has issued a memo to its stores instructing them to remain open during the coronavirus outbreak, even if that policy defies state orders. According to the note, if authorities attempt to shut down the games retailer by deeming them "non-essential," managers are to respond that the company views it as "essential retail." The instructions included a flyer to hand to law enforcement in case the need arises.Vice reports that the memo was verified by five employees. The retail chain's reasoning is that video games are especially helpful during this

GameStop Says It’s “Essential Retail,” Won’t Close Stores Amid State Government Recommendations

GameStop has issued a memo to its stores instructing them to remain open during the coronavirus outbreak, even if that policy defies state orders. According to the note, if authorities attempt to shut down the games retailer by deeming them "non-essential," managers are to respond that the company views it as "essential retail." The instructions included a flyer to hand to law enforcement in case the need arises.Vice reports that the memo was verified by five employees. The retail chain's reasoning is that video games are especially helpful during this

Final Fantasy 7 Remake may not reach buyers by release date

You may need to pick up an extra digital copy of Final Fantasy 7 Remake if you want to play it by the time it comes out on April 10. If your'e gearing up to play Final Fantasy 7 Remake when it launches on April 10, you may want to consider pre-ordering a digital copy to save yourself some potential heartbreak. Square Enix took to Twitter to post an official notice that there is an "increasingly likely" shortage for the physical version of Final Fantasy 7 Remake that may very

Animal Crossing: New Horizons Pre-Order Guide: $50 On Amazon, Pre-Order Bonuses, And More

This week, Animal Crossing fans finally get the island getaway they've been waiting for when Animal Crossing: New Horizons releases on Nintendo Switch this Friday, March 20. Best of all, Amazon recently discounted Animal Crossing: New Horizons to $49.94, the cheapest we've seen it so far. New Horizons is the first mainline entry in the series since 2012's Animal Crossing: New Leaf, so it's easy to see why fans are so excited. The Switch entry is making some big changes, including the ability to mold your island village however you

Animal Crossing: New Horizons Pre-Order Guide: Best Discount, Remaining Bonuses, And More

This week, Animal Crossing fans finally get the island getaway they've been waiting for when Animal Crossing: New Horizons releases on Nintendo Switch tomorrow, March 20. Best of all, Ebay recently discounted Animal Crossing: New Horizons to $51 in a rare online deal, if you prefer to buy a physical copy. New Horizons is the first mainline entry in the series since 2012's Animal Crossing: New Leaf, so it's easy to see why fans are so excited. The Switch entry is making some big changes, including the ability to mold