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Nintendo has opened its own shop at the heart of the UK’s busiest High Street. The Nintendo shop at John Lewis Oxford Street is part of the retailer’s 4m revamp of its Children’s department. It opened this week, stocking games and hardware for DS, Wii and 3DS, with Gem handling …
Read More »Batman Xbox bundles available now
Two new Batman-themed Xbox 360 bundles are now available from Gem Distribution – the first of several new SKUs due this Christmas. The distributor is working with leading third-party publishers, such as Warner Bros Interactive Entertainment, to bolster its Xbox offering in the run-up to the holidays. And these bundles …
Read More »Gem commences social media push
Leading UK distributor Gem has officially launched new services on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. It intends to use these new channels to connect with customers, as well as highlight new promotions and market data. The decision to launch onto these platforms has been in discussion for some time but, as …
Read More »Roccat signs with Gem for UK distribution
Renowned PC peripheral firm Roccat has signed with Gem in the UK. The first product to launch under the partnership is the Isku Illuminated Gaming Keyboard with Talk Technology. It is due to arrive next month and boasts a range of modes and updates designed for PC gaming. Roccat is …
Read More »MCV Jobs Weekly: THQ hiring Analyst, Le Duc joins Gem, Namco promotes Bradley
In MCV’s latest rundown of the industry’s hottest vacancies and latest personnel news, THQ is seeking an analyst and Gem has hired a new PR and marketing manager. THQ HIRING EUROPEAN ANALYST Homefront and uDraw publisher THQ is looking for a European market analyst to join its UK team. The …
Read More »Gem Distribution teams up with Logic3
Peripherals firm Logic3 has established a new partnership with Gem Distribution. The deal will see the former’s products – including the i-Station, Screen Beat and Top Drive – made available through a wide range of UK retailers. We are thrilled with the opportunity to represent the Logic3 brand as they continue …
Read More »Gem recruits leisure vendor manager
Gem Distribution has appointed Lee Shuffield as vendor manager for leisure. Shuffield boasts more than 20 years of sales, account management and licensing experience, having working at games firms such as Playlogic, Ghostlight, Empire Interactive and Venom. In his new role, he will manage Gem’s relationships with a variety of …
Read More »Gem launches new Nintendo site
A new Gem microsite dedicated to Nintendo products is due to go live this month. The distributor is launching its online service on March 25th – just in time for the UK debut of the 3DS. The site will serve as a one-stop shop for retailers and provide them with …
Read More »Gem growth continues
UK distributor Gem has filled another key position as Philip Munro joins its ranks. Munro has been named as business development manager for non-home entertainment categories. His appointment is the latest part of Gem’s new vision, as the firm vies to expand its operations and seize a larger share of …
Read More »New vision for Gem as Croft joins team
Gem wants to move into new areas of games, and claim more business from its rivals in 2011. And it’s hired former GAME man Alex Croft to help make that happen. Croft, who left the retailer in the summer, strengthens the distributor’s exec team as group strategic development director. He …
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