Category Archives: Game News

PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series S/X Restock Update

As of December 17th, 2020 entries have closed.
Those selected will be contacted directly.
As of March 2021 the final of six rounds of a dozen or more ‘winners’ have been drawn, consoles restocked beyond this point will be available on a first come, first served basis.
Watch our social media and blog for updates!

Please Note: Entries must be submitted via the methods listed below.
Submissions in the comments section will not be counted.

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PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series S/X Preorder Details

Update: October 29th, 2020

There will be no walk-in consoles of the Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 available in our stores on launch date.
Only preorders for pick-up will be on hand.
Accessories and video games will be available according to street date as usual.
Restocks will be sent to store as they become available.

Keep an eye on our blog and social media for further news!

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Introducing the Nintendo Switch Lite

Introducing the Nintendo Switch Lite!
-Coming Sept 20th (Turquoise, Grey, Yellow)
-$259.99 CAD
-5.5 inch 720p Screen
-Not dockable/no video out
-D-Pad Upgraded
-Non-detachable Joy-Cons
-20-30% better battery life
-Not Labo Compatible
-No Rumble

E3 2019 Press Conference Schedule

E3 2019 is upon us!
Here’s when to catch this year’s press conferences:

Electronic Arts – No Traditional Conference (Streaming Throughout June 8th – 9th 2019)
Microsoft – Sunday, June 9, 3PM CST (Winnipeg), 4PM ET
Bethesda – Sunday, June 9, 7:30PM CST, 8:30PM ET
The Upload E3VR Showcase – Monday, June 10, 11AM CST, 12PM ET
PC Gaming Show – Monday, June 10, 12PM CST, 1PM ET
Ubisoft – Monday, June 10, 3PM CST, 4PM ET
Square Enix – Monday, June 10, 8PM CST, 9PM ET
Devolver Digital – Monday, June 10, 10PM CST, 11PM ET
Nintendo – Tuesday, June 11, 11AM CST, 12PM ET
Sony – MIA (Not Participating in E3 2019)

Sega Genesis Mini Coming September 19th, 2019

Sega announced they would be releasing their own Genesis Mini this September 19th.

Preorders are now closed.


New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe Available Jan. 11th 2019!

New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe for Nintendo Switch will be released on January 11th, 2019 for $79.99!

Preorders are still available!

Introducing the PlayStation Classic

“Introducing the PlayStation Classic with 20 Pre-Loaded Games”

The console will come pre-loaded with 20 classic titles, including fan-favorites such as Final Fantasy VII, Jumping Flash, Ridge Racer Type 4, Tekken 3, and Wild Arms.

Available December 3rd, 2018 for $129.99 CAD MSRP.

Preorder details will be revealed when / if we’re given the quantity to take deposits.

E3 2018 Schedule

Saturday, June 9

  • Electronic Arts: 11 AM PT / 1 PM CST (Local Time)

Sunday, June 10

  • Microsoft: 1 PM PT / 3PM CST (Local Time)
  • Bethesda: 6:30 PM PT / 8:30 PM CST (Local Time)
  • Devolver Digital: 8 PM PT / 10 PM CST (Local Time)

Monday, June 11

  • Square Enix: 10 AM PT / 12 PM CST (Local Time)
  • Ubisoft: 1 PM PT / 3 PM CST (Local Time)
  • PC Gaming Show: 3 PM PT / 5 PM CST (Local Time)
  • Sony: 6 PM PT / 8 PM CST (Local Time)

Tuesday, June 12

  • Nintendo: 9 AM PT / 11 AM CST (Local Time)

Red Dead Redemption 2 Arrives October 26th 2018

Rockstar Games has announced that Red Dead Redemption 2 will arrive on the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One on October 26th, 2018.

Preorders are available now!

Video Games Live Returns to Winnipeg!

Exciting news, Winnipeg! We have partnered with Video Games Live who will be performing your favorite video game music at the Centennial Concert Hall on March 26, 2018!

As part of this exciting partnership with us and Tommy Tallarico, you guys, our fans and customers, get a chance to enter a contest with prizes valued at over $2500!

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