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For gamers, waiting can be the hardest part

By Derrik Lang
Published September 11, 2014 1:09pm ET
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For gamers, waiting can be the hardest part
FILE - In this June 10, 2014 file photo, people stand next to a monster character from the video game "Evolve" as they watch gamers play the video game at the Electronic Entertainment Expo, in Los Angeles. At this week's GameStop Expo, attendees could take titles like "Evolve," "Dying Light" and "Battlefield Hardline" out for a spin on the show floor of the Anaheim Convention Center. However, that's likely the last time they're able to test drive those particular games this year. That's because they're among a growing list of games initially set for release in 2014 but delayed until 2015, a trend that has many gamers feeling ticked off. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, file) | Jae C. Hong

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — When it comes to video games, are they better late than never?

At this week’s GameStop Expo, the video game retailer’s annual consumer-centric event, more than 3,000 attendees had the chance to test drive highly anticipated titles like “Evolve,” ”Dying Light” and “Battlefield Hardline” in the halls of the Anaheim Convention Center. However, it’s probably the last time this year that gamers will be able to play those particular titles.

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