GRAPEVINE, Texas -- Apr. 24, 2008 -- GameStop Corp., today announced that it will host events on Monday, April 28, 2008, at over 3,500 of its U.S. GameStop stores for the launch of Grand Theft Auto IV by Rockstar Games. These events celebrate one of the most highly anticipated games of 2008 and will include trivia contests, Grand Theft Auto character look-a-like contests and giveaways leading up to the 12:01 a.m. Tuesday release.

Most participating GameStop locations will begin their events after 9:00 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 5,264 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.