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This week we talk to Neil Tait from Glasgow’s G Force games and repairs store FROM THE FRONTLINE


TOP 10 PRE-ORDERS


LITTLEBIGPLANET 2 PS3 Sony


2. Dead Space 2: Limited Edition PS3........................................................................................ EA


3. DC Universe Online PS3................................................................................... Sony


4. Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception PS3................................................................................... Sony


5. Killzone 3 PS3................................................................................... Sony


6. Dragon Age II – Signature Edition 360........................................................................................ EA


7. Mass Effect 2 PS3........................................................................................ EA


8. Dead Space 2 360........................................................................................ EA


9. Dragon Age II – Signature Edition PS3........................................................................................ EA


10. Marvel vs Capcom 3 PS3........................................................................... Capcom


Week ending: January 14th Source: SHOPTO.NET


IN STORE N/A TOP 10 PRE-ORDERS


LITTLEBIGPLANET 2 PS3 Sony


2. Dead Space 2: Collector’s Edition PS3........................................................................................ EA


3. Test Drive Unlimited 2 360............................................................ Namco Bandai


4. Dead Space 2: Limited Edition PS3........................................................................................ EA


5. Dead Space 2 360........................................................................................ EA


6. The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings PC............................................................... Namco Bandai


7. Shogun 2: Total War – Limited Edition PC...................................................................................... Sega


8. Killzone 3 PS3................................................................................... Sony


9. Test Drive Unlimited 2 PS3............................................................ Namco Bandai


10. DC Universe Online PS3................................................................................... Sony


Week ending: January 14th Source: AMAZON.CO.UK


40 January 21st 2011 MARGIN MAKER GAMECOM 777 PC HEADSET


PLANTRONICS’ premium PC headset features 7.1 Dolby surround sound. The device comes with a plug-and-play USB sound card that delivers an ‘eight- channel audio experience’. It also features a noise- cancelling microphone ideal for online gamers.


This automatically blocks out loud sounds to allow players to hear team- mates easier. GameCom 777 retails for £79.99. It boasts a lightweight frame, in-line volume controls and can also be used for listening to music. It is also compatible


with a range of internet voice services such as Skype and Google Voice. “We’ve reunited with Dolby to bring players a more convincing gaming experience,” said Plantronics’ EMEA marketing manager Stuart Bradshaw. www.plantronics.com


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£39.93 £36.85 £39.99 £39.99


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The Sims 3 Xbox 360, EA


Michael Jackson: Experience Wii, Ubisoft


Fallout: New Vegas Xbox 360, Bethesda


Gran Turismo 5 PS3, Sony


What do you offer? New and used games, console repairs and also some import product where possible.


What will be this year’s best-sellers? With Dead Space 2coming out soon that’s a game we’ll be concentrating on. I’m also looking forward to the Nintendo 3DS – I think that’s going to be a very popular new machine.


What impact has the VAT rise had on you?


Obviously it’s having some impact on profitability so we’re trying to offset this. We’re now stocking a range of smartphone accessories. As a small chain we are always tweaking our product range to suit the market. You’re not going to survive as an indie by selling console games – you need a lot of strings to your bow.


Want to feature your store in MCV? Please contact dominic.sacco@intentmedia.co.uk or call 01992 535 646. PRICE CHECK: WOLVERHAMPTON


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