GameStop to Host Metal Gear Solid 4 Launch Events Nationwide

GameStop Corp. (NYSE:GME), today announced that it will host events on Wednesday, June 11, 2008, at approximately 1,500 of its U.S. GameStop stores for the launch of Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots by Konami. These events will include trivia contests, a Metal Gear "Big Boss" costume contest and an exclusive sneak-peek of the game leading up to the 12:01 a.m. Thursday release.

Most participating GameStop locations will begin their events after 10:00 p.m. local time; however, customers are encouraged to contact their local store to confirm the exact time of the event.

To participate, visit a GameStop store for details. To find a local store, log on to GameStop.com, and search using the 'Store Locator.'

About GameStop Corp.

Headquartered in Grapevine, TX, GameStop Corp. is the world's largest video game and entertainment software retailer. The company operates 5,453 retail stores in 16 countries worldwide. The company also operates two e-commerce sites, GameStop.com and EBgames.com, and publishes Game Informer(R) magazine, a leading multi-platform video game publication. GameStop Corp. sells new and used video game software, hardware and accessories for video game systems from Sony, Nintendo, and Microsoft. In addition, the company sells PC entertainment software, related accessories and other merchandise. General information on GameStop Corp. can be obtained at the company's corporate website: http://www.gamestopcorp.com.

SOURCE: GameStop Corp.

Chris Olivera
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