GameStop Begins Reopening Stores After Major Closures

GameStop announces store reopenings as it shifts focus to collectibles and stock volatility persists.

September 19, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — New York, United States — GameStop is taking steps to reverse some of its recent store closures, with the first location set to reopen in Brooklyn, Ohio. The company confirmed the news through a spokesperson, signaling a potential shift in its retail strategy.

The announcement follows GameStop’s plan to begin reopening stores on September 11, though no full list of locations has been released. As of January 27, 2026, the company operated 2,086 stores in the U.S., according to ScrapeHero data. This comes after the retailer announced plans to close several locations in an effort to streamline operations and adapt to evolving consumer behavior.

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While the exact number of stores being reopened remains unclear, GameStop has seen a growing emphasis on collectibles, which now account for nearly half of its sales. CEO Ryan Cohen recently invested $20.4 million in the company, while board member Alain Attal also purchased shares. Despite these moves, the stock has remained volatile since its 2021 surge, with shares down about 36% over the past year.

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