Episode 233 - Is GameStop Taking Advantage of Gamers?

Send us Fan Mail In this episode... --> Xbox's new CEO Asha Sharma claims the company is bouncing back from an all-time low, but is there any reason to believe her? Despite boasting improved public sentiment and a return to growth, Sharma offered no supporting figures, while layoffs continue and uncertainty surrounds the company's future.  --> Would you pay $1,400 for a used PS5 Pro? GameStop has reportedly raised prices on pre-owned consoles to $500 above retail, with third-party resellers following suit. High demand ahead of GTA 6 and ongoing component shortages may be driving the price surge. --> What could possibly go wrong when Sega launches an official Sonic the Hedgehog Discord server? Within hours of opening, the server attracted over 50,000 users and was flooded with spam and inappropriate comments, forcing moderators to lock chats and impose strict restrictions. Because apparently, Sonic fans can't be trusted to behave themselves. --> Also: Top 3 New Releases, Very Important Poll Help support ShrfSnax (a.k.a. Brandon) in his fight against cancer:  https://gofund.me/5d7c63a15 Visit our NEW merch store at gamers-week-podcast-shop.fourthwall.com We love our sponsors! Please help us support those who support us! - Check out the Retro Game Club Podcast at linktr.ee/retrogameclub - Connect with CafeBTW at youtube.com/@LoveRetroBTW - Get creative with Pixel Pond production company at pixelpondllc.com - Visit Absolutely the Best Podcast: A Work in Progress at linktr.ee/absolutelythebest Check out The Pixels! - https://the-pixels.com **Use this link to get a $20 credit when you upgrade to a paid podcast hosting plan on Buzzsprout! buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1884378 **Get 15% off gaming chairs at blacklyte.com/Gamersweekpodcast using code GWP26! Hosts: retrogamebrews, donniegretro, wrytersview Opening theme: "Gamers Week Theme" by Akseli Takanen Patron theme: "Chiptune Boss" by donniegretro Closing theme: "Gamers Week Full-Length Theme" by Akseli Takanen Support the show