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GameStop's Sudden Closure of Game Informer Draws Industry Backlash

The abrupt shutdown erases decades of gaming history and impacts countless professionals in the industry.

Overview

  • GameStop's decision to close Game Informer has left the gaming community and former staff in shock.
  • The magazine, which had been a cornerstone of video game journalism since 1991, is now completely offline.
  • Developers, journalists, and fans have shared personal tributes, highlighting the publication's significant influence.
  • The loss raises concerns about the preservation of digital media and the erasure of online archives.
  • The gaming industry faces another blow, adding to recent challenges and closures.