GameStop trolls Valve's Gabe Newell for his 'inability to count to three' — playful jab for never releasing a third installment for blockbuster game franchises like Half-Life, Dota, or Counter-Strike

GameStop playfully teases Valve's Gabe Newell for the lack of third installments in popular game franchises like Half-Life and Dota. The retailer's promotion, "Buy 2, Get 1 FREE on ALL pre-owned games," humorously suggests they can help Newell count to three. GameStop's jab at Newell is part of a marketing stunt, referencing the ongoing joke in the gaming community about Valve's inability to release third games in successful series. Despite the humor, the promotion offers gamers a good deal during the holiday season.