Begbies Traynor appointed as Scottish games retailer goes under

The Ayrshire-based chain operated eight stores and an online outlet led by Robert Lindsay and was a regular presence at UK retail events and has collected several industry awards for Best Independent Retailer (including this year).

Company boss Robert Lindsay said the news probably doesn’t come as a surprise because “the whole physical games market has been in decline for a while now and our business costs have risen significantly over the last 18 months. But it is heartbreaking nonetheless.”

A statement on the firm’s website said: “Goodbye and thanks for the good times.

“Unfortunately Games Centre has ceased trading. We would like to thank all our customers both instore and online for your support over the last 25 years.

“We would like to say a special thank-you the people of Ayrshire for having us as part of your community.

“For further information please contact Begbies Traynor on +44 (0)141 222 2230.”