There was a really amusing event at a Gamestop. A group of cosplayers decided to have a mini - convention right in front of the store. They were doing all kinds of poses and skits related to different games. The Gamestop employees were initially a bit confused but then joined in on the fun. One of the cosplayers even tried to barter with a plushie from the store using a handmade prop from the game they were cosplaying as. It was a very light - hearted and funny situation that made that day at Gamestop really memorable.
There was a time at Gamestop when a group of friends came in. One of them thought he was a real 'video game expert' and started giving the employees advice on how to better organize the store's game collection. He was going on and on about different game series and how they should be grouped. The employees were really polite but you could tell they were trying not to laugh. Eventually, the 'expert' friend realized he might be overstepping and sheepishly stopped talking.
Sure. There were investors who were long - term believers in Gamestop. They saw the company's potential in the changing gaming industry. When the short - squeeze happened, their stocks' value increased exponentially. For instance, an investor who had been holding Gamestop stock for years due to its brand value and potential in the physical and digital gaming market made a killing.
Sure. A top story could be about their digital initiatives. As the gaming industry moves more towards digital downloads, Gamestop might be making changes in this area, like offering more digital game codes in - store.
Sure. The workplace environment in some Gamestop stores was really bad. There were often old and dirty facilities. The stores were small and cramped, making it uncomfortable for both the employees and the customers. The air - conditioning sometimes didn't work well, especially during hot summers, which made it a very unpleasant place to work.
In some areas, Gamestop has been successful in partnering with local gaming communities. They sponsor local gaming tournaments which not only promotes their brand but also brings in more foot traffic to their stores. These tournaments are often well - attended by both amateur and professional gamers. By being involved in the local gaming scene, Gamestop has strengthened its brand image and increased its customer base in those areas.
One funny Gamestop story is when a customer tried to trade in an old, broken console that was held together with duct tape. The clerk's face was priceless. Another time, a group of friends came in dressed as characters from a game and started role - playing in the store, much to the amusement of other customers.
Yes. There is a funny story about a woman who was at the zoo. She saw a llama and said, 'Look at that big dog!' Her friend had to explain that it was a llama. Also, a man was trying to be cool while skating and ended up skating right into a fountain. And a group of kids were playing hide - and - seek. One kid hid in a laundry basket and when his mom found him, she accidentally threw the whole basket into the washing machine with him still in it.
Sure. There was a story about a cat that got its head stuck in a vase. It was chasing a little bug and jumped right into the vase. Its owner found it looking so silly with the vase on its head, and it took a while to get it off. It was really funny. The cat didn't seem too bothered though, just a bit confused.
Sure. There was a girl who tried to ride a bike for the first time. She was so nervous that she pedaled backwards instead of forwards. As a result, she just stayed in one place while making a lot of effort. Another story is about a grandpa who accidentally put on his glasses on top of his head and then spent half an hour looking for them.
Sure. Once, RM was doing an interview and he accidentally mispronounced a word in English in a really cute way. He immediately realized it and started laughing at himself. His self - deprecating humor made everyone in the room laugh too.