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GAME to Close Last Three Standalone Stores in April

The retailer pivots to its website plus over 200 concessions after entering administration earlier this year.

Overview

  • The final high street sites are in Dudley, Lancaster and Sutton, with closures scheduled from April 2026.
  • The brand will continue trading online and through more than 200 concessions inside Sports Direct and House of Fraser.
  • The move follows a formal administration process, with administrators appointed in January after a notice of intention was filed.
  • Gift cards and eVouchers remain valid for two years from purchase and can only be used within the United Kingdom.
  • Trade data show boxed-game sales down 35% as consumers shift to downloads and subscriptions, squeezing demand for dedicated physical stores.