Gamer Doc News: 2009

Wednesday, December 30, 2009

Gamer Doc Video Games - Making Winners in 2010

News Release
For Immediate Release

Contact:
Pat Harriman
Gamer Doc
949.370.2075
pharriman@gamerdoc.com

Gamer Doc(R) Video Games - Making Winners in 2010

Gamer Doc Has Found Successful Niche in Video Game Industry

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Dec. 30, 2009 - Gamer Doc(R), the retail video game store franchise that delivers a new and interactive customer experience, finishes the year upbeat, and is looking to forward to continuing its winning ways in 2010. "Gamer Doc has found a successful niche, and our franchisees recognize that video games are still a bright spot in retail," said Jim Belanger, president and CEO of Gamer Doc. "Cash-conscious consumers are spending money on game rentals, used games and console repairs, and Gamer Doc is the only video game retailer that offers all of those services."

Gamer Doc stores feature "Gamer Centers" for Xbox 360(R), PlayStation(R) 3, and Wii(R), making it easy for customers to find games, consoles and accessories for each platform. Customers can buy, rent, sell, play, pick-up, pre-order or trade-in a game, drop-off a disc or console for repair or their PC for a game download, sign-up for an upcoming in-store tournament, or rent the Pro Player room for a private party. Gamer Doc also sells flat-panel HD monitors and cables, and the knowledgeable staff can show customers how to hook-up their systems for optimum game play, share tips on ways to improve their game scores, and answer any questions they might have.

"Video games offer the best value for the entertainment dollar and are a great way for families to spend time together, which is why they are so popular with consumers of all ages," Belanger said. "At Gamer Doc, we make sure that our stores are the place where all players, from enthusiast to casual to novice, will keep coming back for all of their gaming needs."

Gamer Doc News RSS subscription link: http://gamerdoc.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default?alt=rss.

About Gamer Doc
Gamer Doc is an innovative franchise concept that offers the oppportunity to own, develop and operate a retail video game emporium. Launched in December 2007, Gamer Doc delivers a new and interactive experience to all customers. From dedicated gamers to Mom or Dad who want to try out a game, trade-in some old games or check out the latest consoles and titles from Microsoft(R), Nintendo(R) and Sony(R), all customers will enjoy the ultimate gaming experience. Gamer Doc offices are located in Newport Beach, Calif. For more information, please visit www.gamerdoc.com or call 888-426-5576.

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Xbox 360 is a trademark of Microsoft Corp. PlayStation is a registered trademark of Sony Corp. Wii is a registered trademark of Nintendo Corp.

Thursday, November 19, 2009

Gamer Doc Holiday Gift Guide in the News

www.redhotfranchises.com/news.php?news=433

www.thefranchisemall.com/news/articles/23449-0.htm

www.internetgamesworld.com/2009/11/18/gamer-docr-video-games-helps-fill-every-gamers-wish-list/

www.pspreviewsblog.com/58164/gamer-docr-video-games-helps-fill-every-gamers-wish-list-yahoo-finance/

Wednesday, November 18, 2009

Gamer Doc's Holiday Gift Guide

NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:
Pat Harriman
Gamer Doc
949.370.2075
pharriman@gamerdoc.com

Gamer Doc® Video Games Helps Fill Every Gamer’s Wish List

Entertainment Software Association Survey Says Video Games Top Holiday Gift Lists

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Nov. 18, 2009 – Gamer Doc®, the retail video game store franchise that delivers a new and interactive customer experience, is helping to fill every video gamer’s wish list. According to a recent poll conducted by KRC research on behalf of the ESA (Entertainment Software Association), 42% of American adults plan to give or hope to receive a computer or video game this holiday season, so Gamer Doc has put together a list of the hottest games and accessories that will be sure to make the holidays memorable.

“Video games remain the most popular form of entertainment for consumers of all ages, because they offer the best value for the dollar, and are a great way for families to spend time together,” said Jim Belanger, president of Gamer Doc. “From strategy to adventure to fitness, there is no shortage of choice when it comes to video games. There is something on our Holiday List that every gamer will enjoy, and will earn you the title of best gift giver.”

The Gamer Doc 2009 Holiday List includes the game title, console and age-appropriate rating, as well as accessories for the Xbox 360®, PlayStation® 3 and Wii® consoles, and the PSP® and NDS® hand-helds. Customers are free to take a Gamer Doc Holiday List home with them for the entire family to look at and make their selections.

“At Gamer Doc, we are here to make holiday shopping an enjoyable part of the season, and meet all of our customers’ gaming needs throughout the year,” Belanger said.

Gamer Doc News RSS subscription link: http://gamerdoc.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default?alt=rss.

About Gamer Doc
Gamer Doc is an innovative franchise concept that offers the opportunity to own, develop and operate a retail video game emporium. Launched in December 2007, Gamer Doc delivers a new and interactive experience to all customers. From dedicated gamers to Mom or Dad who want to try out a game, trade-in some old games or check out the latest titles and consoles from Microsoft®, Nintendo®, and Sony®, all customers will enjoy the ultimate gaming experience. Gamer Doc offices are located in Newport Beach, Calif. For more information, please visit www.gamerdoc.com or call 888-426-5576.

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Xbox 360 is a trademark of Microsoft Corp. PlayStation and PSP are registered trademarks of Sony Corp. Wii and NDS are registered trademarks of Nintendo Corp.

Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Raleigh Gamer Doc's Educational Initiatives

NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:
Pat Harriman
Gamer Doc
949.370.2075
pharriman@gamerdoc.com

Gamer Doc® Video Games Works With Local School to Make Learning Fun

Store Offers Educational Games, Incentives for Good Grades,
And “Read for a Wii” Contest

RALEIGH, N.C., Nov. 3, 2009 – Gamer Doc®, the retail video game store franchise that delivers a new and interactive customer experience, has launched several initiatives with Brier Creek Elementary School, designed to make learning fun. Owners Jim and Kim Hamilton have a designated Educational Games section in their store, are offering free play time incentives for good grades, and are conducting a “Read for a Wii” contest.

Kim, an educator for 20 years, said that she and her husband, Jim, created these programs because “we believe that through the use of entertaining educational video games, students can enrich critical reading and math skills, and improve test scores. Students can rent, rather than buy, games from our Educational Games section, including Brain Quest, Learn Math, Word Play and Professor Layton.“

Additional programs include opportunities for students to earn “Cool Grades” and “Pay It Forward” coupons from their teachers, which gives them the opportunity to enjoy an hour of free play in the store’s Gaming Room, and a Gamer Doc wristband. The PTA is being supported through a 10% giveback on the net proceeds from all games that are purchased by Brier Creek Elementary School parents and students between Oct. 14 – Nov.18.

“We want to provide teachers with extra tools that will spark interest in learning and encourage excellence in the classroom at all grade levels, and are very interested in working with all of our local schools to offer incentives for improving our students’ educations,” Jim said.

The Hamiltons will be hosting a PTA Family Night at their store (10251 Little Brier Creek Lane, Suite 104) on Nov. 18, from 4:00 – 9:00 p.m., with educational and other family-friendly games available for play. The name of one lucky student from those who participated in the “Read for a Wii” contest will be drawn at random at 8:30 p.m. The Wii will be donated to the winning student’s PTA.

“The introduction of these programs has been met with great enthusiasm by the children, which makes us feel that we are doing something worthwhile for the community,” Kim said.

Gamer Doc News RSS subscription link: http://gamerdoc.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default?alt=rss.

About Gamer Doc
Gamer Doc is an innovative franchise concept that offers the opportunity to own, develop and operate a retail video game emporium. Launched in December 2007, Gamer Doc delivers a new and interactive experience to all customers. From dedicated gamers to Mom or Dad who want to try out a game, trade-in some old games or check out the latest titles and consoles from Microsoft®, Nintendo®, and Sony®, all customers will enjoy the ultimate gaming experience. Gamer Doc offices are located in Newport Beach, Calif. For more information, please visit www.gamerdoc.com or call 888-426-5576.

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Wii is a registered trademark of Nintendo Corp.

Monday, October 26, 2009

Gamer Doc Crowns Oscar Gil Champion of First International Super Smash Bros. Brawl Tournament

Prizes Ranged from $2,500 to $500

(From left to right: Jordan Gee, Burlington, Ontario; Kenny Perdue, Springfield, PA; Oscar Gil, Highland Park, CA; and Ben Thompson, Raleigh, NC.)

Gamer Doc video games held its first International Super Smash Bros. Brawl Tournament on Saturday, October 24^th at the GameX convention at the Oaks, Pennsylvania Exhibits Hall. Store winners from the Burlington, Ontario; Highland Park, California; Raleigh, North Carolina; and Springfield, Pennsylvania Gamer Doc stores competed for cash prizes.

First Place – Oscar Gil - $2,500

Second Place – Kenny Perdue - $1,000

Third Place – Jordan Gee - $750

Fourth Place – Ben Thompson - $500

Thursday, October 15, 2009

Media Mentions for Gamer Doc Highland Park Store's First Anniversary

http://www.franchisekey.com/franchise-franchising/Article/ID/52/Session/1-pSpF5i47-0-IP/guidObject/014211-20091014-200823-01/First_Gamer_Doc

http://www.reuters.com/article/pressRelease/idUS110470+13-Oct-2009+PRN20091013

Tuesday, October 13, 2009

Happy Birthday Highland Park!

NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:
Pat Harriman
Gamer Doc
949.370.2075
pharriman@gamerdoc.com

First Gamer Doc™ Video Games Store in the U.S.
Marks One-Year Anniversary

“Awesome” is How Customers Describe the Highland Park, California Store

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Oct. 13, 2008 – Gamer Doc™, the retail video game store franchise that delivers a new and interactive customer experience, announces the one-year anniversary of its first store in the U.S. Jason Renfro is the owner of the Gamer Doc at 5917 N. Figueroa Street, in Highland Park, California, where his customers all use one word to describe the store: “awesome.”

“It’s been an incredible year, and I want to thank everyone in the community for their loyalty and support,” Renfro said. “My business has grown steadily over the past year, because we offer what no other video game store offers. Our customers can buy, rent, sell, trade-in and pre-order games, drop off consoles or discs for repairs, compete in tournaments, play games before they buy them, and can rent our ‘Pro Player’ room for private parties or a few hours of game play. We have worked hard on doing things that really fulfill what the name means. We are truly a Gamer ‘Doc.’ Our repair service is second to none. I feel like I’ve earned a PhD in motherboards.”

Renfro is a resident of Highland Park, and his store is in a location he specifically sought out, because he wanted to bring something new and exciting to the community that would also contribute to the local economy. The store is eco-friendly, built from 80% recycled materials, with solar panels on the roof for generating electricity, and no plastic bags are used.

Store manager Mark Ragonese attributes Gamer Doc’s success to the fact that “we interact with our customers. We’re not just trying to push sales, but enjoy the relationships we’ve developed with people, talking to them about games, finding out what they think, and how we can better meet all of their gaming needs. Gamer Doc is a great place to work, because we love what we do, and have fun with our customers.”

Check out the “Anniversary Video” from Jason’s store at http://www.gamerdoc.com.

Gamer Doc News RSS subscription link: http://gamerdoc.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default?alt=rss.

About Gamer Doc
Gamer Doc is an innovative franchise concept that offers the opportunity to own, develop and operate a retail video game emporium. Launched in December 2007, Gamer Doc delivers a new and interactive experience to all customers. From dedicated gamers to Mom or Dad who want to try out a game, trade-in some old games or check out the latest titles and consoles from Microsoft®, Nintendo®, and Sony®, all customers will enjoy the ultimate gaming experience. Gamer Doc offices are located in Newport Beach, Calif. For more information, please visit www.gamerdoc.com or call 888-426-5576.

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Xbox 360 is a trademark of Microsoft Corp. PlayStation is a registered trademark of Sony Corp. Wii is a registered trademark of Nintendo Corp.

Thursday, October 1, 2009

Gamer Doc Video Games Opens First Store in the Midwest

The announcement that David Schroeter's Gamer Doc in Grand Rapids, Michigan is our first store in the Midwest made the news ....

http://www.mlive.com/prnewswire/index.ssf?/cgi-bin/stories.pl?ACCT=MI2&STORY=/www/story/09-29-2009/0005102654&EDATE=Sep+29,+2009

http://www.reuters.com/article/pressRelease/idUS118228+29-Sep-2009+PRN20090929

http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20670001&sid=aOY_2eZsir74

http://psp2gaming.com/2009/09/gamer-doctm-video-games-now-open-in-michigan-sunheraldcom-press-release/

http://www.redorbit.com/news/entertainment/1761008/gamer_doctm_video_games_now_open_in_michigan/

Tuesday, September 29, 2009

Gamer Doc Video Games Comes to the Midwest

NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:
Pat Harriman
Gamer Doc
949.370.2075
pharriman@gamerdoc.com

Gamer Doc™ Video Games Now Open in Michigan

Grand Rapids Is Home of First Michigan Store

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Sept. 29, 2009 – Gamer Doc™, the retail video game store franchise that delivers a new and interactive customer experience, today announced the opening of its first store in Michigan, located in Grand Rapids at 5161 Northland Drive, NE. David Schroeter is the store owner.

“We are very pleased to have the opportunity to work with David and bring the Gamer Doc experience to Grand Rapids,” said Jim Belanger, president of Gamer Doc. “This is our first store in the Midwest, and we look forward to continuing to expand our footprint in Michigan and throughout the region.”

“Gamer Doc is so much more than just a video game store and I couldn’t wait to be part of it,” Schroeter said. “We are an entertainment center, where our customers can come in and pre-order, buy, sell, rent or trade-in games, and have their consoles and discs repaired. My store will be available for birthday parties and other celebrations, and we will also host tournaments where local gamers can meet and compete for great prizes.”

Gamer Doc currently has stores open in Bear, Delaware; Burlington, Ontario; Highland Park, California; Miami, Florida; Raleigh, North Carolina; and Springfield, Pennsylvania.

The store features “Gamer Centers” for Xbox® 360, Wii® and PlayStation® 3 that make it easy for customers to come in and find the consoles, games and accessories they want. Gamer Doc also sells flat-panel HD monitors and cables, and the knowledgeable staff is happy to show customers how to hook-up their systems for optimum game play.

“Our customers include young people, moms and dads, and even senior citizens, because video games are quickly becoming the most popular form of entertainment for all ages,” Schroeter said. “At Gamer Doc, we are happy to answer all of our customers’ questions, talk about their favorite games, and introduce them to new ones.”

Store hours are from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monday through Friday; from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Saturday; and from Noon to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday. The telephone number is 616-363-9901, and the website is http://www.gamerdoc.com/locations.aspx.

Gamer Doc News RSS subscription link: http://gamerdoc.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default?alt=rss.

About Gamer Doc
Gamer Doc is an innovative franchise concept that offers the opportunity to own, develop and operate a retail video game emporium. Launched in December 2007, Gamer Doc delivers a new and interactive experience to all customers. From dedicated gamers to Mom or Dad who want to try out a game, trade-in some old games or check out the latest titles and consoles from Microsoft®, Nintendo®, and Sony®, all customers will enjoy the ultimate gaming experience. Gamer Doc offices are located in Newport Beach, Calif. For more information, please visit www.gamerdoc.com or call 888-426-5576.

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Xbox 360 is a trademark of Microsoft Corp. Wii is a registered trademark of Nintendo Corp. PlayStation is a registered trademark of Sony Corp.

Friday, September 4, 2009

Gamer Doc in the News

Our announcement that the Gamer Doc in Raleigh recently opened, and that we will be open soon in Cherry Hill and Grand Rapids got some attention in the media ...

http://www.smartmoney.com/news/pr/?story=PR-20090903-001033-0900

http://www.foxbusiness.com/story/gamer-doctm-video-games-going-strong/

http://www.cnbc.com/id/32671417

http://www.cosmosgaming.com/index.php?id=3141925

http://www.internetgamesworld.com/2009/09/03/gamer-doctm-video-games-going-strong/

http://money.aol.com/article/gamer-doctm-video-games-going-strong/654356

http://www.forbes.com/feeds/prnewswire/2009/09/03/prnewswire200909030900PR_NEWS_USPR_____LA70085.html

http://www.franchising.com/pressreleases/12847/

http://www.thefranchisemall.com/news/articles/23154-0.htm

http://entrepreneur.com/PRNewswire/release/200105.html

Thursday, September 3, 2009

Gamer Doc Continues East Coast Expansion and Enters the Midwest

NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:
Pat Harriman
Gamer Doc
949.370.2075
pharriman@gamerdoc.com

Gamer Doc(TM) Video Games Going Strong

Gamer Doc Franchise Now Open in Raleigh, North Carolina;

Coming Soon to New Jersey and Michigan

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Sept. 3, 2009 - Gamer Doc(TM), the retail video game store franchise that delivers a new and interactive customer experience, is going strong in 2009. The first Gamer Doc store in Raleigh, North Carolina recently opened for business, and franchises have been sold in Cherry Hill, New Jersey and Grand Rapids, Michigan, which are scheduled to open later this fall.

"The Raleigh and Cherry Hill stores further extend our footprint on the East Coast, and the Grand Rapids store will be our first in the Midwest, which is very exciting," said Jim Belanger, president of Gamer Doc. "Despite the tough economy, our franchisees recognize that the video game industry is a bright spot in retail. Although there's been weakness in new game and console sales, cash-conscious consumers are spending money on game rentals, used games and console repairs, and Gamer Doc is the only video game retailer that offers all of those services."

In addition to the Raleigh store, there are Gamer Docs open in Bear, Delaware; Burlington, Ontario; Highland Park, California; Miami, Florida; and Springfield, Pennsylvania.

Gamer Doc features Xbox(R) 360, PlayStation(R) and Wii(R) Gamer Centers, making it easy to find games, consoles and accessories for each platform. Custsomers can buy, rent, sell, play, pick-up, pre-order or trade-in a game, or drop a disc or console off for repair. HD flat-panel monitors and cables are also available, and the knowledgeable staff is happy to show customers how to hook-up their systems, share tips on how to improve their scores, try out new games, and answer any questions they might have.

"Video games are the category leader in entertainment, because they offer the best value for the dollar, and are a great way for families to spend time together," Belanger said. "At Gamer Doc, we understand that video games are popular with consumers of all ages. We make sure that our stores are the place where all players - from hardcore to casual to novice - will keep coming back for all of their gaming needs.

Gamer Doc News RSS subscription link: http://gamerdoc.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/defalut?alt=rss.

About Gamer Doc

Gamer Doc is an innovative franchise concept that ofers the opportunity to own, develop and operate a retail video game emporium. Launched in December 2007, Gamer Doc delivers a new and interactive experience to all customers. From dedicated gamers to Mom or Dad who want to try out a game, trade-in some old games or check out the latests consoles and titles from Microsoft(R), Nintendo(R), and Sony(R), all customers will enjoy the ultimate gaming experience. Gamer Doc offices are located in Newport Beach, Calif. For more information, please visit http://www.gamerdoc.com/ or call 888-426-5576.

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Xbox 360 is a trademark of Microsoft Corp. PlayStation is a registered trademark of Sony Corp. Wii is a registered trademark of Nintendo Corp.

Monday, August 31, 2009

Franchise Update Talks to Gamer Doc President Jim Belanger About FPRs

Gamer Doc president Jim Belanger is one of the franchise executives quoted in FPRs: Not for Everybody, in the current issue of Franchise Update.

The article, written by Eddy Goldberg, provides in-depth insights into why 7 out of 10 franchisors still do not make FPRs (Financial Performance Representations).

Find out what Jim and the other executives have to say - http://www.franchise-update.com/article/855.

Thursday, June 4, 2009

Gamer Doc Halo 3 Tournament Champions in the News

Our announcement that Team Relentless won the cash grand prize of $4,000 in the Open Class International Halo 3 Tournament generated big media buzz ...

http://games.ign.com/articles/989/989414p1.html?RSSwhen2009-06-02_102700&RSSid=989414

http://haloblips.dailyradar.com/article/gamer_doc_crowns_team_relentless_champions_of_open/

http://www.cosmosgaming.com/?id=2155305

http://www.smartmoney.com/news/pr/?story=PR-20090602-001115-0901

http://www.cnbc.com/id/31062569/

http://money.aol.com/article/gamer-doctm-video-games-crowns-team/509058?icid=sphere_searchsphere_news

http://www.entrepreneur.com/PRNewswire/release/163475.html

Saturday, May 30, 2009

West Coast Rules!

Team Relentless won the Gamer Doc Halo 3 Open Class Interational Halo 3 Tournament at the Highland Park store. Grand prize is $4,000 USD.

Team Relentless (from left to right) Ricky Gonzalez - Squeeksd; George Polk - Frosty; Cory Sloss - STR8 SICK; and Jon Rawlings - Severince

Second place winners of $1,000 USD were The BK's from the Bear, Delaware Gamer Doc store, and the third place winners of $500 USD were The Sloppy Joes from the Springfield, Pennsylvania store.

Thursday, May 28, 2009

Gamer Doc's Open Class International Halo 3 Tournament Championship Round on Saturday

The Gamer Doc store champions were announced this week, creating a buzz in the media with the news that they will be competing for the $4,000 USD cash grand prize on Saturday at Noon ET. Second-place team wins $1,000 USD and $500 USD is the prize for third-place.

http://nikon.bungie.org/news.html?item=26368

http://www.cosmosgaming.com/index.php?id=27104810&tablespec=may2009

http://haloblips.dailyradar.com/story/gamer_doc_tm_video_games_announces_open_class/

http://myhalonews.com/hbo/gamer-doc-halo-3-tourney-championship/

http://www.cnbc.com/id/30960142/

http://content.usatoday.com/topics/article/Places,+Geography/Towns,+Cities,+Counties/Miami/05VV9mJ5ih1Go/1

http://www.reuters.com/article/pressRelease/idUS137484+27-May-2009+PRN20090527

Wednesday, May 27, 2009

Gamer Doc Halo 3 Store Champions to Compete on May 30 for $4,000 Cash Grand Prize

NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:
Pat Harriman
Gamer Doc
949.370.2075
pharriman@gamerdoc.com

Gamer Doc™ Video Games Announces Open Class International Halo® 3 Tournament Store Champions

Winning Teams from Bear, Burlington, Highland Park, Miami and Springfield Stores Will Compete on May 30 for the $4,000 USD Cash Grand Prize

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., May 27, 2009 – Gamer Doc™, the retail video game store franchise that delivers a new and interactive customer experience, today announced the store winners of the Open Class International Halo® 3 Tournament. The five winning teams will face off in a double-elimination tournament on Saturday, May 30 at Noon ET for the grand prize of $4,000 USD. A $1,000 USD cash prize will be awarded to the second place team, and the third place team will win $500 USD.

The winning teams are: The BK’s from Bear, Delaware; The Burlington Braves from Burlington, Ontario; Team Relentless from Highland Park, California; The Hurricanes from Miami, Florida; and The Sloppy Joes from Springfield, Pennsylvania.

“The in-store tournaments were a tremendous success, giving local gamers the opportunity to meet face-to-face and show off their skills,” said Jim Belanger, president of Gamer Doc. “The real fun will be on May 30th when Gamer Doc store champions from the U.S. and Canada compete head-to-head for the great cash prizes. We’re inviting all of the families, friends and fans of the winning teams to come out to their local Gamer Doc to cheer them on and be part of this exciting event.”

Gamer Doc News RSS subscription link: http://gamerdoc.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default?alt=rss.

About Gamer Doc
Gamer Doc is an innovative franchise concept that offers the opportunity to own, develop and operate a retail video game emporium. Launched in December 2007, Gamer Doc delivers a new and interactive experience to all customers. From dedicated gamers to Mom or Dad who want to try out a game, trade-in some old games or check out the latest titles and consoles from Microsoft®, Nintendo®, and Sony®, all customers will enjoy the ultimate gaming experience. Gamer Doc offices are located in Newport Beach, Calif. For more information, please visit http://www.gamerdoc.com/ or call 888-426-5576.

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Halo 3 is a registered trademark of Bungie Studios.

Friday, May 22, 2009

Gamer Doc in the News - Raleigh Store to Open This Summer

The announcement that the first Gamer Doc store in North Carolina will be open this summer in Raleigh is generating excitement...

http://money.aol.com/article/gamer-doctm-video-games-coming-to-north/491638?icid=sphere_searchsphere_news

http://www.cnbc.com/id/30844651/

http://triangle.bizjournals.com/triangle/prnewswire/press_releases/North_Carolina/2009/05/20/LA19977

http://triad.bizjournals.com/triad/prnewswire/press_releases/North_Carolina/2009/05/20/LA19977

http://www.bizjournals.com/charlotte/prnewswire/press_releases/North_Carolina/2009/05/20/LA19977

http://www.entrepreneur.com/PRNewswire/release/158575.html

http://www.cosmosgaming.com/?id=20153034

Wednesday, May 20, 2009

Gamer Doc Announces the Sale of First Store in North Carolina

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Contact:
Pat Harriman
Gamer Doc
949.370.2075
pharriman@gamerdoc.com

Gamer Doc™ Video Games Coming to North Carolina

City of Raleigh Will Be Location of First Store in North Carolina

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., May 20, 2009 – Gamer Doc™, the retail video game store franchise that delivers a new and interactive customer experience, today announced the sale of its first store in Raleigh, North Carolina to new owners Jim and Kim Hamilton.

“We are very pleased to announce the first Gamer Doc store in North Carolina,” said Jim Belanger, president of Gamer Doc. “This builds on the strong momentum we started the year with, when we opened three stores in the first quarter. The Raleigh store strengthens our presence on the East Coast, and we look forward to continuing to extend our footprint across the U.S. and Canada throughout the rest of the year.”

Gamer Doc currently has stores open in Bear, Delaware; Burlington, Ontario; Highland Park, California; Miami, Florida; and Springfield, Pennsylvania. The Hamiltons plan to open their store this summer.

“The response to the Gamer Doc concept and the innovative shopping experience we are bringing to retail has been tremendous,” Belanger said. “Our franchisees are very excited to be part of the video game industry, which continues to show strong growth even in this sluggish economy. Consumers continue to seek entertainment, and video games are the category leader.”

Gamer Doc features Xbox® 360, PlayStation® and Wii® Gamer Centers, making it easy to find games, consoles and accessories for each platform. Customers can buy, rent, sell, pick-up, pre-order or trade-in a game, or drop a disc or console off for repair. HD flat-panel monitors and cables are also available, and the knowledgeable staff is happy to show customers how to hook-up their systems, share tips on how to improve their scores, try out new games, and answer any questions they might have.

“Gamer Doc is more than a video game store; it is an entertainment center,” Belanger said. “We are here to make sure that shopping at Gamer Doc is an enjoyable experience that keeps our customers coming back.”

Gamer Doc News RSS subscription link: http://gamerdoc.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default?alt=rss.

About Gamer Doc
Gamer Doc is an innovative franchise concept that offers the opportunity to own, develop and operate a retail video game emporium. Launched in December 2007, Gamer Doc delivers a new and interactive experience to all customers. From dedicated gamers to Mom or Dad who want to try out a game, trade-in some old games or check out the latest titles and consoles from Microsoft®, Nintendo®, and Sony®, all customers will enjoy the ultimate gaming experience. Gamer Doc offices are located in Newport Beach, Calif. For more information, please visit http://www.gamerdoc.com/ or call 888-426-5576.

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Xbox 360 is a trademark of Microsoft Corp. PlayStation is a registered trademark of Sony Corp. Wii is a registered trademark of Nintendo Corp.