GameStop to Test Digital Game Downloads In Early 2010

Bertrand Vasquez | Nov 13, 2009 | Comments 0

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GameStop revealed at the BMO Capital Management Digital Entertainment conference that in early 2010 the company will start testing a new system that will allow users to digitally purchase and download game updates and/or add-ons rather than games. According to GameStop Chief Operating Officer Paul Raines, the reason is because “a large market for full game downloads is not imminent, (but) the add-on downloadable market will grow.”

GameStop expressed that the new program will work in conjunction with online gaming services such as Microsoft’s Xbox Live and the PlayStation Network [PSN].

Since they will be focusing on add-ons rather than games, the success of the program is already being questioned. I guess it’s safe to say that only time will tell how successful it is. Let us know your opinion in the comments below.

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About the Author: With a deep passion for all things technology-related, Bertrand is especially interested in up-and-coming technologies and gadgets. Often breaking tech news on Erictric, Bertrand spends the lot of his time scouring the web for breaking news. When not reporting, Bertrand can be found creating masterful dishes in his kitchen. Bertrand also has a profound interest in art and architecture.

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