Entries in 'GAME Australia' (19)
MCV Pacific Wrap-Up
GAME Australia officially entered liquidation this week, while the R18+ bill passed through the Senate and Sydney hosted Game Tech.
MCV Pacific Weekly Wrap-Up
This week down under, more evidence of GAME Australia struggling comes up as it approaches its deadline to attract a buyer by next week:
'Final Clearance Sale' happening at GAME Australia
Today, a massive sale which began earlier this week on selected titles has become what the web site is calling a 'Final Clearance' sale.
Over half of GAME Australia's staff let go
The first layoffs in GAME Australia's administration process have begun, with 281 people being let go today.
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MCV Pacific Weekly Wrap-Up
This week, a move from JB HiFi to openly import games has sparked a large conversation about pricing in the ANZ region, while GAME still hunts for a buyer.
No buyer yet for GAME Australia
PriceWaterhouseCoopers, administrators for GAME Australia, today announced some interest, but no solid buyer yet for the company.
MCV Pacific Wrap-Up: GAME Australia edition
It's been a big week down under, with GAME entering into administration, so here's a breakdown of the entire saga.
First meeting with GAME Australia creditors to be held next Wednesday
PriceWaterhouseCoopers has announced via a new section on the GAME Australia web site a meeting next Wednesday with creditors.
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Australian Minister comments on GAME situation
Bill Shorten MP has expressed his concern over the potential loss of 500 jobs from GAME Australia, but says he is 'hopeful' a buyer can be found.
Diablo III stocked at some GAME Australia stores only
GAME's administration has cast a blemish on what should've been one of the most exciting days of the year for Aussie PC gamers.
GAME Australia enters administration
After a lengthy battle to secure additional backers to keep it afloat, GAME Australia has gone into administration through PwC today.
MCV Pacific Wrap-Up
In the Pacific region this week, the FIWC draws to a close, Dick Smith angers gamers with a sale and South Australia plans to alter the MA15+ rating.
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MCV Pacific Wrap-Up
The FIFA Interactive World Cup Qualifiers took place this week, the ACT begins work implementing the R18+ rating and more.
MCV Pacific Wrap-Up
Down under this week, MCV looks at grey imports, GAME Australia seeks its own investors and R18+ passes the house of reps.
GAME Australia seeking its own funding
With the UK and Spanish GAME operation looking for investors / buyers to keep the chain alive, Australia is taking similar steps.
MCV Pacific Wrap-Up
This week, GAME Australia still on solid ground, Sony interviewed on Vita launch, R18+ incoming, and a new MCV Pacific partnership.
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New GAME reward card advertising receives public complaints
GAME Australia has introduced a revamped reward card scheme which has ruffled a few feathers down under with (pictured) risque advertising.
GAME TV begins to air Battle of the Clans
The GAME and Turtle Beach Battle of the Clans competition is underway, and coverage of the events is now rolling out on GAME TV.
Pre-order incentives for Need for Speed The Run announced
GAME Australia has announced a Need For Speed: The Run MEGA BLOK with each pre-order of the game's limited edition.
