Entries in 'gamestop' (243)

'One clear front runner' for GAME

'One clear front runner' for GAME

There is one clear front runner to buy GAME as part of a post-pack administration, sources close to the administrators have told MCV.

Christopher Dring
by Christopher Dring
on Mar 24th 2012 at 9:38AM in News
Stardock consumer report explains sale of Impulse

Stardock consumer report explains sale of Impulse

Developer, publisher, and former distributor Stardock has provided extensive information on their sale of PC digital games outlet Impulse.

Erik Johnson
by Erik Johnson
on Mar 23rd 2012 at 6:08AM in News
How is GameStop surviving the world that's killing GAME?

How is GameStop surviving the world that's killing GAME?

It's a question many have asked over the last 18 months - and today GameStop offered some insight.

Michael French
by Michael French
on Mar 22nd 2012 at 6:35PM in News
GameStop "focused entirely on competing digitally in the UK"

GameStop "focused entirely on competing digitally in the UK"

Speaking to investors following the publication of its most recent fiscal results, GameStop has seemingly ruled out the chance of a GAME takeover in the UK.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Mar 22nd 2012 at 4:01PM in News

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GameStop "expects to open stores opportunistically"

GameStop "expects to open stores opportunistically"

Retail giant GameStop has said it “expects to open international stores opportunistically while keeping square footage flat”.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Mar 22nd 2012 at 12:51PM in News
Who, if anyone, will buy GAME?

Who, if anyone, will buy GAME?

Leading financial and retail experts are all eyeing up a move for GAME Group. 

Christopher Dring
by Christopher Dring
on Mar 22nd 2012 at 10:12AM in News
French connection slowing GameStop GAME bid, say execs

French connection slowing GameStop GAME bid, say execs

Senior industry sources say GameStop has found another reason not to make an offer for GAME: France.

Michael French
by Michael French
on Mar 22nd 2012 at 9:41AM in News
Kongregate thriving under GameStop

Kongregate thriving under GameStop

Kongregate co-founder Jim Greer has revealed significant growth since Gamestop’s acquisition of the online gaming portal and social network back in July 2010.

Erik Johnson
by Erik Johnson
on Mar 20th 2012 at 7:17AM in News

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Indies profit from GAME shortages

Indies profit from GAME shortages

Small UK games retailers are thriving after customers flocked to them to buy Mass Effect 3.

Dominic Sacco
by Dominic Sacco
on Mar 15th 2012 at 10:52AM in News
Hilco and OpCapita linked to GAME acquisition

Hilco and OpCapita linked to GAME acquisition

As stated by MCV yesterday, the widespread belief that GameStop will swoop to acquire part or all of GAME could yet prove wide of the mark.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Mar 13th 2012 at 8:34AM in News
Is GameStop actually in a position to buy GAME?

Is GameStop actually in a position to buy GAME?

The presumption that GameStop will inevitably acquire GAME could be wide of the mark, if analyst warnings are to be believed.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Mar 12th 2012 at 2:10PM in News
Report - GAME puts itself up for sale

Report - GAME puts itself up for sale

GAME has hired Rothschild to find a buyer for the beleaguered retailer, The Sunday Times reports.

Christopher Dring
by Christopher Dring
on Mar 11th 2012 at 4:20PM in News

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D-Day looms for GAME

D-Day looms for GAME

MCV has learnt that senior members of the GAME management teams have been told to brace for the possibility of administration.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Mar 9th 2012 at 3:40PM in News
GameStop in for GAME's Iberian stores?

GameStop in for GAME's Iberian stores?

The deafening silence on GameStop’s intentions towards GAME continues, though one UK newspaper claims that an acquisition may be close.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Mar 8th 2012 at 9:06AM in News
Refurb iOS devices now in over 1,000 GameStop stores

Refurb iOS devices now in over 1,000 GameStop stores

Retailer GameStop has announced that it now offers a selection of refurbished iPad, iPhone and iPods at over 1,000 of its stores.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Mar 1st 2012 at 2:35PM in News
OPINION: What game is GameStop playing?

OPINION: What game is GameStop playing?

Speak to any analyst, and they’ll describe – whether politely or not – retail as a market in perpetual decline. The most colourful line recently: ‘dinosaurs thrashing about in the ...

Michael French
by Michael French
on Mar 1st 2012 at 11:08AM in News

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Aussie question delaying GameStop move on GAME

Aussie question delaying GameStop move on GAME

GameStop does want to buy GAME, but it doesn’t want the chain’s Oz business.

Michael French
by Michael French
on Feb 29th 2012 at 2:47PM in News
GameStop 'no comment' on GAME stores bid

GameStop 'no comment' on GAME stores bid

GameStop has issued a 'no comment' on rumours it is amongst the bidders for GAME's overseas business.

Christopher Dring
by Christopher Dring
on Feb 6th 2012 at 10:50AM in News
NI closures 'part of the plan' - GameStop

NI closures 'part of the plan' - GameStop

GameStop says the closure of its Northern Ireland stores is merely part of its already announced plan to exit the UK brick and mortar market.

Michael French
by Michael French
on Jan 24th 2012 at 12:01PM in News
GameStop closes Northern Ireland operations

GameStop closes Northern Ireland operations

Retailer GameStop has closed all three of its stores in Northern Ireland.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Jan 24th 2012 at 9:58AM in News
Ninja Gaiden 3 Collector's Edition revealed

Ninja Gaiden 3 Collector's Edition revealed

The special SKU for Tecmo Koei’s Ninja Gaiden 3 has been confirmed for the UK, although pricing is still to be announced.

Dominic Sacco
by Dominic Sacco
on Jan 13th 2012 at 10:12AM in News
Christmas sales climb 10% at GameStop

Christmas sales climb 10% at GameStop

GameStop has defied the odds by posting an impressive increase in sales of new games for the Christmas period – showing up retailers in the UK who failed to do ...

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Jan 9th 2012 at 2:05PM in News
UPDATED: EA details Mass Effect 3 pre-order goodies

UPDATED: EA details Mass Effect 3 pre-order goodies

GameStop has revealed two exclusive in-game items that will be given to all who order Mass Effect 3 from the retailer in the US.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Jan 5th 2012 at 12:15PM in News
Sales boost for GameStop UK

Sales boost for GameStop UK

US giant GameStop is already making waves in the UK with its local estore after a hugely successful day of Black Friday deals.

Christopher Dring
by Christopher Dring
on Dec 5th 2011 at 11:52AM in News
GameStop cuts Battlefield 3 to £22.97

GameStop cuts Battlefield 3 to £22.97

Having kicked off its Black Friday promotion with the now sold out Uncharted 3 for £22.97, GameStop.co.uk has now gone live with an amazing offer for EA’s Battlefield 3.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Nov 25th 2011 at 1:42PM in News