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Redbox Decides to End Video Game Sales

Hmm… are movies next? I was never really into video games so this doesn’t affect me. I always rented the movies, well before streaming services came out. But my brother’s…

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Hmm... are movies next?

I was never really into video games so this doesn't affect me. I always rented the movies, well before streaming services came out. But my brother's teenage self is probably crying right about now! For some reason, I feel like this is going to be Blockbuster all over again.

It looks like the days of stopping by a Redbox kiosk and getting your favorite video game are over.  Redbox has just announced that they will no longer rent video games and will end game sales at the end of the year.  The news is bad for those that get their favorite games from Redbox, but if you're looking for a deal on the final titles that may still be in the machine, go for it.  According to Redbox, popular titles like Jedi: Fallen Order and Death Stranding will be on sale for $39.99.