GameStop gets into the Android tablet game

It was only a matter of time before GameStop got into the tablet gaming market. They’re already taking iPad and iPod trade-ins, which signals a start to their platform expansion. There were also rumors that they’d release their own gaming-centric Android tablet. While that could still happen at some point, they’ve gotten a head start by offering a number of existing Android tablets — pre-loaded with seven games. If you check out their website you’ll see a number of tablets, and there are a few high-end ones among them. The most attractive is the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1. Verizon and T-Mobile both offer this, but the tablet itself costs $650 and requires a two-year commitment to a costly data plan. The GameStop version, which obviously does not include cellular connection, costs just $500. They also have the Asus Eee Pad, another Android tablet that has gotten positive reviews. You can also bundle the tablets with a controller, making for an even more compelling gaming experience. Here’s what you’ll get in terms of the free games: Dead Space, Madden NFL, Monster Madness, Sonic CD, Re-Load, Riptide GP and Cordy. The tablets aren’t available at every GameStop store. From what I’m told it’s only the highest-volume stores. But if you go to that website link you can order one online, or you can find a store that carries them. Via BGR.

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