Will not been going to any game nut again. Most of their items are over priced. When asked all the stores gave different reasons. The one on Iowa told me tariffs. When asked in Topeka I was told to prevent scalping... but isn't that what a scalper does? Sell it at an up charge. Then there was the one downtown.... this kid told me tariffs and that's what we voted for and proceeded to be a child, while talking to a guy that deals with parts and supplies from overseas. I would say stay far away. The lies were unreal. Ick! What’s happening financially Tariffs are a real cost of doing business for the importer. Passing that cost on to consumers while simultaneously claiming the tariff as a tax-deductible expense can make the company appear to profit twice: once from the higher price charged to consumers, and again from the tax benefit. Technically legal? Often yes. Ethically? Questionable. 2️⃣ Why it feels unethical Consumers bear the full burden — they are paying a government-imposed cost that the company doesn’t ultimately absorb. The company profits from something it could have treated as a normal cost — they aren’t “losing” money, yet they’re charging extra for a cost they could absorb. Transparency is lacking — the consumer usually has no idea a tariff is being passed along. 3️⃣ Legal vs. ethical distinction Legal: U.S. law allows tariffs to be deducted as a business expense; passing costs to consumers is also legal. Ethical: Charging customers for a cost you don’t actually “absorb,” while benefiting from a tax break, can be seen as exploiting the system. It’s a gray area, but many would consider it unethical price gouging or opportunism, especially if the company’s margins are high and there’s no justification beyond increasing profit. 4️⃣ Real-world perspective Companies often defend it as “standard business practice” or “necessary to maintain margins.” Critics would argue that the company is profiting off a regulatory cost at the consumer’s expense. The real ethical path would be either: Absorb the tariff and adjust margins transparently, or Clearly disclose the tariff pass-through to customers.
Game Nut caters to gamers but also anyone who loves anime, books, games and so much more! We had so much fun shopping there! HUGE selection! A little something for everyone!
Game Nut is an absolute gem for anyone who loves video games, trading cards, board games, or vintage consoles. Just a short walk up the street from Marks Jewelers, this place is packed wall to wall with nostalgia and new releases alike. Whether you’re hunting down a rare N64 cartridge, the latest Pokémon packs, or just browsing for something fun, Game Nut has it all. The staff is super knowledgeable and always ready to help you track down what you’re looking for, or offer great recommendations if you’re just exploring. Their prices are fair, and they have a generous trade in policy for games, systems, and collectibles. The layout is easy to navigate, and the selection is one of the best in the region.
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