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CeX confirms existence of first retro store in Birmingham
UK retailer CeX is planning to open its first dedicated retro gaming store in Birmingham, potentially codenamed 'ReX' or 'CeX Retro'. The existence of the store, listed on the company's website, has been confirmed as a trial for future expansion, aiming to capitalize on the retro market amidst increasing digital game sales.
CeX to open new retro stores to counter digital-only future says insider
UK retailer CeX is reportedly planning to open new stores dedicated to retro games, codenamed 'ReX' or 'CeX Retro', according to an insider. These stores would also sell imported games and potentially arcade machines and collectibles. The first 'ReX' store is slated to open in Birmingham later this year or early 2027, a move that predates Sony's announcement to stop producing physical game discs after 2027.
I've been buying Blu-rays for over 15 years, and these are my top tips for building the ultimate physical film…
This guide offers tips for building a physical Blu-ray collection, emphasizing the benefits of owning media over relying on streaming services. Key advice includes focusing on specific genres like horror and anime, researching releases for quality, pre-ordering sought-after titles, and utilizing both new and second-hand retailers like Criterion, Zavvi, and HMV.
Games Inbox: Is buying second-hand video games going to end?
Readers discuss the potential end of second-hand physical game sales due to the increasing prevalence of digital distribution. Concerns are raised about the loss of ownership and the impact on retailers like CeX. The convenience of digital is acknowledged as a major factor driving this shift, with some lamenting the decline of physical media.
End of PlayStation discs will kill off CeX and used games market claim analysts
Analysts predict the end of the second-hand games market following Sony Interactive Entertainment's decision to cease production of PlayStation game discs. Retailers like CeX, which rely heavily on physical media for trade-ins, are expected to be significantly impacted, potentially leading to their closure. This shift towards digital-only games is seen as a major threat to the multi-billion dollar used games industry.
"A hammer blow for games retail" - Experts weigh in on PlayStation's discless future, and the impact it will have on traditional game stores
Sony will cease large-scale production of new physical game discs in January 2028, a move industry experts are calling a "hammer blow" to the already struggling physical game retail market. This decision significantly impacts brick-and-mortar stores and the pre-owned games market, as physical copies lose their resale value and collectability. Experts suggest retailers will need to innovate with digital sales in-store to survive.
'We are not going to sit idly by': video game retailers react to Sony's PlayStation disc axeing…
Video game retailers are expressing strong opposition to Sony's decision to cease production of physical PlayStation game discs in 2028. Retailers like Game, Loot Box Gaming, and VGP Video Game Plus have voiced concerns about the impact on their businesses and the broader implications for game ownership and consumer choice, advocating for the coexistence of physical and digital formats.
GAME’s death signals video game retail’s end, and bids farewell to one of the happiest times of my life
The closure of the final three GAME stores in the UK marks the effective end of physical video game retail in the country. The author reflects on their time working at a Gamestation store in the mid-2000s, highlighting the community and camaraderie that has been lost with the shift to digital sales and online gaming.