Retail Giant Closes Hundreds of Stores Nationwide, Affecting Lehigh Valley
A significant reduction in GameStop’s presence is impacting retail locations across the nation, including the Lehigh Valley. Recently, a GameStop store located at 3087 William Penn Highway in Palmer Township, Northampton County, closed its doors. This outlet was part of the William Penn Plaza, and despite inquiries, GameStop representatives did not comment on the reasoning behind this closure.
Nationwide Store Closures
This shutdown is part of a broader trend as GameStop aims to streamline operations by closing hundreds of stores nationwide. Estimates suggest that over 470 locations have shut down recently, as reported by various news sources such as FOXBusiness and the New York Post.
Regional Store Closures
- 210 N. West End Blvd., Richland Township, Bucks County
- 4611 Perkiomen Ave., Exeter Township, Berks County
- 1241 Blakeslee Blvd. Drive East Suite 7, Mahoning Township, Carbon County
- 892 W. Street Road, Warminster Township, Bucks County
- 1165 State Hill Road Suite 770, Wyomissing, Berks County
GameStop’s Declining Presence
GameStop’s store count has been steadily decreasing. In February 2025, the retailer reported 3,200 stores worldwide, including over 2,300 in the United States. This marks a significant drop from more than 4,100 global locations in February 2024.
Furthermore, GameStop anticipates further closures in upcoming months, indicating ongoing challenges in its business model. Financial results indicate a decrease in revenue, with net sales recorded at $821 million for the third quarter of 2025, down from $860.3 million during the same period the previous year.
Current Lehigh Valley Locations
Although some GameStop stores have closed, several remain operational in the Lehigh Valley, including:
- Airport Center Drive, Hanover Township
- Nazareth Road, Lower Nazareth Township
- MacArthur Road, Whitehall Township
- Mill Creek Road, Lower Macungie Township
- Lehigh Valley Mall, Whitehall
In recent years, several other Lehigh Valley locations have ceased operations, including stores in Bethlehem Square and Crest Plaza. The future of brick-and-mortar gaming retailers, including GameStop, remains uncertain as they adapt to changing consumer preferences and digital competition.
