GRAPEVINE, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 19, 2006--GameStop Corp. (NYSE:GME)(NYSE:GME.B), the world's largest video game retailer and Do Something, the national youth action champion, today announced an innovative grant program to engage young members of the community in programs of service and leadership. The grants provide individuals under the age of 25 with the opportunity to create community service projects based on local needs and issues.

"Our partnership is a unique effort to advance volunteerism and actively support the often unique perspectives that young people can bring to addressing issues in their own community," indicated R. Richard Fontaine, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of GameStop Corp.

The grants of $500 each will be competitively awarded to legal residents of the United States and Canada. To learn more about the program visit www.DoSomething.org or www.GameStop.com.

"Young people possess the energy, creativity and motivation to rock the world. The grants from GameStop will help them do it!" says Nancy Lublin, CEO of Do Something, Inc.

GameStop's alliance with Do Something is the newest component of the company's nationwide commitment of promoting community engagement, leadership and achievement among young people.

About GameStop Corp.

Headquartered in Grapevine, TX, GameStop Corp. (NYSE:GME)(NYSE:GME.B) is the world's largest video game and entertainment software retailer. The company operates 4,490 retail stores across the United States and in fourteen countries worldwide. The company also owns two e-commerce sites, GameStop.com and EBgames.com, and Game Informer(R) magazine, a leading video and computer game publication. GameStop Corp. sells the most popular new software, hardware and game accessories for the PC and next generation video game systems from Sony, Nintendo, and Microsoft. In addition, the company sells computer and video game magazines and strategy guides, action figures, and other related merchandise. General information on GameStop Corp. can be obtained at the company's corporate website: http://www.gamestop.com/investor-relations/.

About Do Something!

Do Something is a not-for-profit 501 (c)(3) that inspires, supports and celebrates young people changing our world. When kids are active citizens, they develop lifelong leadership skills and character. General information on Do Something can be obtained at the company's website: http://www.dosomething.org.

    CONTACT: Media Contact
             Chris Olivera
             Director, Public & Media Relations
             GameStop Corp.
             (817) 424-2130
             or
             James Porter
             Public Relations
             Do Something, Inc
             (212) 254-2390 x.221

    SOURCE: GameStop Corp.