# Game Informer

> Leading video game magazine offering news, reviews, and features across all platforms. (iPhone/iPad app by Sunrise Publications, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/game-informer/id526096699 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Sunrise Publications, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/526096702)
- Category: News, Magazines & Newspapers
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 2.25/5 from 241 App Store ratings · 143 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 14 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2012-05-31
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/game-informer/id526096699/reviews.md

## What is Game Informer?

Welcome to Game Informer, the world’s largest computer and video game magazine! 

A 30-year veteran to publishing, Game Informer Magazine continues to shape the video game industry by expanding perspectives and providing in-depth knowledge and insight into the games market. We deliver news, previews, reviews, and features on computer, mobile, social, and console video games including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PSVR2, PSVR, Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, PC, Stadia, and iOS.

Now available on your iPhone* and iPad**, Game Informer Magazine is the industry's leading magazine and is the 3rd largest overall consumer magazine in the United States. You can buy individual issues or subscribe, all within the app.

Visit FAQ page at https://www.gameinformer.com/maghelp

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New Purchase Options:

Individual issues: $3.99
Annual subscription: $14.99

• Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase
• Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period
• Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal
• Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase
• Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable

Your personal information is collected and handled according to the Game Informer Privacy Policy and can be found at https://www.gameinformer.com/privacy. The California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 (“CCPA”) provides certain rights to residents of California and can be found at https://www.gameinformer.com/californiaprivacy. CCPA defines sale broadly and California residents may opt out of the “sale” of their personal information as outlined at https://www.gameinformer.com/privacy/donotsell.

Link to terms of use:
https://www.gameinformer.com/iosterms

Link to privacy policy:
https://www.gameinformer.com/privacy

## Key features

- In-depth game news
- Previews and reviews
- Features on gaming industry
- Coverage of multiple platforms
- Individual issue purchases
- Subscription options

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 12 Months of Game Informer, Auto-Renewing | $14.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| December 2012 - issue 236 | $4.99 | one-time |
| January 2013 – Issue 237 | $4.99 | one-time |
| May 2013 - Issue 241 | $4.99 | one-time |
| June 2013 – Issue 242 | $4.99 | one-time |
| April 2014 - Issue 252 | $4.99 | one-time |
| September 2015 - Issue 269 | $4.99 | one-time |
| September 2016 - Issue 281 | $4.99 | one-time |
| December 2016 - Issue 284 | $4.99 | one-time |
| August 2018 - Issue 304 | $4.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Game Informer?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🚀 Convenient digital format
- 📚 Insightful and helpful content
- 👍 Useful video previews
- 🔍 Current trends in gaming

**Cons**

- 🐛 Constant crashes and freezes
- 🤯 Confusing and frustrating navigation
- 💸 Forced to pay for old issues
- 🔌 Unreliable downloads and syncing
- 🤖 Poorly designed and outdated interface

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Login issues and subscription not recognized
- Inability to download or access purchased issues
- Frequent crashes and app instability
- Slow and unreliable performance

**Most requested features**

- PDF version for easier reading
- Ability to easily exit and switch between issues
- Seamless integration with GameStop account
- Offline reading mode

## Recent user reviews (10 of 143)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/game-informer/id526096699/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Wont even load a login page, in its mini browser, update the URL, team

*2024-11-13, version 3.6.7*

This is dumb, the app wont even let you log in, stays spinning on the my acct page

### 1/5 — Poorly disguised Native Advertising

*2024-10-21*

Uninstalled as soon as I read the Concord “article” praising it & calling it a good game. When GameStop’s game magazine spends more time hyping up AAAA slop that is so universally hated that it goes offline in 2 weeks, you know that this magazine isn’t here to talk about good games. It’s clearly just poorly disguised Native Advertising that GameStop wants to hype up to drive preorders. Sadly I only found a few pages talking about actual good indies as most of the page space is dedicated to advertising AAA/AAAA titles from major publishers. 
In addition, the last article from September 2024’s issue was an interview with Eli Roth for the awful Borderlands movie. In that article, he admits he hadn’t played video games since the 70s, got the big actors to perform in it because they owed him favors & hyped up the props more than the actual script (since he probably knew it was just a Guardians of the Galaxy ripoff). It’s clear that this “magazine” has more in common with GameStop’s catalog rather than actual journalism. Don’t bother reading it!

### 5/5 — RIP

*2024-08-07*

I’m sad to see you guys go. I had fond memories of reading Game Informer as a child and getting hyped for whatever was coming next from your magazine. Just know that I’ve always been a fan and I’ll never forget you

### 1/5 — PDF version

*2024-07-22, version 3.6.7*

Why can’t I just view a pdf view of themmagazine on the iPad?! I don’t want stupid mobile webpage view.

### 4/5 — Current trends in the gaming world

*2024-07-16, version 3.6.7*

I was especially pleased with the feature that allows users to view video game reviews directly within the application. This makes it easier to get a more comprehensive understanding of a game's features and helps users make an informed decision before purchasing it.

### 1/5 — Horrid

*2024-06-19, version 3.6.7*

Wouldn’t recommend could not use and I was trying to get it running for over an hour just going to wait for the physical copy ( if they even come…)

### 1/5 — Absolutely impossible to use

*2024-05-29, version 3.6.7*

I signed up for a subscription to the magazine a YEAR ago and have never succesfully been able to link my sunscription account to my gameinformer.com account to access this stupid app.  The “gameinformer.com/activate” link takes me to a page that just asks me to buy another subscription, and when you call the number or send an email, they just tell you to try that link again, over and over.  What a miserable experience.

### 1/5 — Horrible interface!

*2024-04-21, version 3.6.6*

How is this app this bad?! Did they just have some low level manager diy the app? I’m not technical at all and I think I could probably come up with a better interface and better functioning app after a few hrs on YouTube. There is no menu to speak of and no way to exit an issue once your in it. On top of that, the subscription pricing and model is terrible. Why would you have to pay for older issues? It’s not like there’s any value to them. If you sign up for Marvel, DC etc., you have access to tons of archived content and those actually add value. An old virtual issue of Game Informer is essentially worthless, other than for nostalgia’s sake or checking out some old gaming art. Why would it not just be included with the subscription? Even if you own a physical copy of that issue, there’s no way to import it. Terrible app overall!

### 1/5 — Turn A Page

*2024-04-13, version 3.6.5*

How the heck do you turn the page on this usless app?

### 1/5 — Bruh

*2024-04-09, version 3.6.5*

Tells me it’s unable to find a subscription linked to my account and redirects me to their website where I’ve already created an account. On the website I’m able to read the newest mag through the browser but if I try to see a archived mag it tells me to subscribe

## Frequently asked questions about Game Informer

### What is Game Informer?

Game Informer is the world's largest computer and video game magazine, offering 30 years of experience in providing in-depth knowledge and insight into the games market. It delivers news, previews, reviews, and features on a wide range of gaming platforms.

### What kind of games does Game Informer cover?

The magazine covers computer, mobile, social, and console video games. This includes major platforms like PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PSVR2, PSVR, Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, PC, Stadia, and iOS.

### How much does Game Informer cost?

You can purchase individual issues for $3.99 or subscribe annually for $14.99. Payment is handled through your iTunes Account, and subscription details, including renewal management, can be found in your Account Settings.

### Is Game Informer available on my device?

Yes, Game Informer Magazine is available on your iPhone and iPad. The app allows you to access the digital version of the magazine directly on your Apple mobile devices.

### Can I manage my subscription?

Yes, subscriptions can be managed by the user. Auto-renewal can be turned off by going to your Account Settings after purchase. You will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.6.7 — 2024-05-22

Minor bug fixes and improvements.

### 3.6.6 — 2024-04-16

Minor fixes and improvements.

### 3.6.5 — 2023-05-14

Minor fixes and improvements.

### 3.6.4 — 2022-09-09

Minor bug fixes.

### 3.6.3 — 2022-07-07

Minor bug fixes.

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