GAME has announced that it will end in-store sales of physical games and hardware, instead operating a 'pre-order only' policy for in-store stock1. This change follows the removal of trade-ins and pre-owned stock from retail stores, and the confirmation that the GAME Reward scheme will soon end.
GAME's new pre-order policy will require customers to pre-order games or purchase online for in-store pickup. This change may limit in-store availability of physical games and hardware, potentially encouraging more online sales and pre-orders. However, GAME has denied the report and stated they will continue to support the physical gaming market.