How to buy Gamestop shares in 2025
GameStop ($GME) is a global retailer that specialises in physical and digital video games, gaming consoles and related accessories.👉 Read on to learn about Gamestop and how to buy $GME shares in a few easy steps.
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How to buy Gamestop stock in 5 steps
When investing in shares - whether GME or otherwise - it’s important to consider your financial position, investing goals and risk tolerance. Before making any investment decision, it’s wise to consider your current circumstances and consult with a financial planner or advisor. If you decide that investing in Gamestop is right for you, then consider the following steps.
1. Open an investing account
To buy Gamestop stock in Australia, you’ll need to sign up to an investing platform with access to the U.S. share market. Stake offers seamless access to 12,000+ stocks and ETFs across the U.S. and Australian markets, including GME.
2. Fund your account
Once you’ve opened an account, you’ll need to deposit funds to allow you to buy GME shares. With Stake, you can deposit via bank transfer, debit/credit card, Apple Pay or Google Pay.
3. Search for Gamestop or GME
Find your prospective investment by searching the name or ticker symbol of the company. If you’re using Stake, you can easily search on our web trading platform or the Stake app.
4. Place an order for GME shares
The next step is to place an order for the number of Gamestop shares you’d like to buy. Be sure to check the market is open and ensure the order type and volume align with your investment plan.
5. Monitor your investment
Once your order executes, you should keep an eye on the company’s performance and monitor the performance of your portfolio. Check regularly to ensure your investment is aligned with your financial goals.
Gamestop company overview
GameStop is a U.S.-based Fortune 500 company and the world’s largest video game retailer headquartered in Grapevine, Texas. The company operates more than 5,700 stores globally, offering customers a wide range of video games, consoles, gaming accessories and digital products. The company is also known for its buy-sell-trade program, which allows gamers to trade in their old consoles and games for cash or in-store credit, enhancing its appeal to cost-conscious gamers. Over the years, GameStop has expanded its product offering to include collectibles, trading cards and figurines.
Gamestop share price performance
The Gamestop share price was US$23.32 (-1.37%) as of market close.
Key metrics for Gamestop
Get a breakdown of Gamestop’s financial metrics.
Latest market close | US$23.32 |
Market capitalisation | US$10.28B |
PE Ratio | 49.83 |
Earnings per share | US$0.46 |
Day change | -1.37% |
52-week high | US$35.81 |
52-week low | US$18.73 |
Data updated as of June 18, 2025.
What is the Gamestop price target?
The average price target for GME is US$13.5 across 1 combined analyst ratings.
The suggestion is to BUY with 0% of analysts suggesting to buy, 0% suggest hold and 100% suggest sell.
Analyst ratings and price targets are provided for informational purposes by our market data partner, Benzinga, and do not constitute a recommendation to make an investment decision. Future forecasts are not a reliable indicator of future performance.

How to sell Gamestop shares?
The process of selling Gamestop shares on Stake is similar to purchasing them. If you already own GME shares on the platform and looking to sell, follow these steps:
- Open Stake, head to your Holdings and find Gamestop
- Select Sell
- Choose the order type, number of shares/dollar value and the desired price (if applicable)
- Review your Sell order
- Follow the prompts to submit your order
Watch this video to see just how simple it is to buy and sell shares on Stake.
Is it a good time to buy Gamestop shares?
Like any investment, Gamestop may be a suitable option for some, but not for others. It’s important to understand that investing in any financial instrument comes with a certain level of risk.
You should always conduct your own research and consider your personal financial circumstances before buying $GME shares. When researching, consider the company’s financial health, future prospects, current market conditions and whether or not it aligns with your investment strategy.
What are some similar stocks to GME?
Best Buy Co., Inc. ($BBY): A leading U.S. electronics retailer that offers a wide selection of gaming products, computers and home electronics. It shares similar consumer segments with GameStop. Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. ($TTWO): A major publisher of video games, including popular titles like Grand Theft Auto. Although more focused on game production, it is in the same gaming ecosystem as GameStop. Electronic Arts Inc. ($EA): A prominent video game company that develops and publishes games for consoles, mobile and PC. It complements GameStop's focus on gaming with its digital offerings.
What are some ETFs that hold GME?
SPDR S&P Retail ETF ($XRT) This ETF tracks the performance of the retail sector in the U.S. and includes companies like GameStop, Amazon and Best Buy.
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Gamestop Common Questions
- Sign up to Stake on desktop or via the Stake app
- Activate Stake wall-st
- Deposit funds via bank transfer, credit/debit card, Apple Pay/Google Pay or PayTo
- Place a buy order for Gamestop
- Monitor your investment
Fractional shares allow U.S. investors to purchase a portion of a share in lieu of an entire stock. This can be advantageous for some investors who seek to hold a company in their portfolio but don’t want to pay for a full share.
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