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Gamers are getting older. The average game player age is 35 (up from 33 in 2007) and the number of game players under 18 decreased from 28.2% in 2007 to 25% in 2008, while gamers 18-49 and over 50 years old increased from 47.6% to 49% and 24.2% to 26% respectively. The average age of the most frequent game purchaser crept up from 38 to 40.

The ratio of female to male players is on the rise. In 2007 38% of gamers were female versus 62% male. That's inched up to 40% female and 60% male in 2008. Women age 18 or older also represent a significantly greater portion of the game-playing population (33%) than boys age 17 or younger (18%).

The number of U.S. households with game consoles rose notably, up from 33% in 2007 to 38% in 2008.

~Matt Peckham, PC World~

Concept Store Renderings
Our new concept store now separates The ZONE from the retial space by a glass partition for privacy during parties and open play. Ultimate Game Chairs™ are installed in The ZONE and offer comfort and state-of-the-art interaction. HD LCD televisions are now wall mounted for maximum floor space. See more...

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Game On was started in Virginia Beach, VA by family members who have the passion for business and gaming. Through the development of franchising, the Game On family will share the vision, passion and drive to be the #1 gaming concept in the Universe with all those who are excited to join a fun family like culture who understands working hard and playing harder! The Game On Family has assembled a team with experience in the gaming industry and franchising. Wendy Carolino CEO/President and Co-Founder Wendy, Co-Founder of Game On, has successfully opened and managed three stores within three years. Wendy’s background is in education and technology and she is a true entrepreneur. The focus to her success has always been customer service and repeat business. Mary Johnson VP of Franchise / Area Development Mary Johnson has been our Senior Vice President of Area Development since September 17, 2008. Mary comes to us with over 16 years of franchising experience. From October 1990 through July 1996, Mrs. Johnson was an Operations Manager for a Virginia Beach owned Check Cashing Franchise. From July 1996 through December 1997, Mrs. Johnson was a Franchise Development Representative for Jackson Hewitt Tax Service. From December 1997 though December 1998, Mrs. Johnson was the Special Projects Marketing Manager for Jackson Hewitt Tax Service. From October 2000 through February 2008, Mrs. Johnson co-owned and was the lead in Operations and Franchise Development for an Area Development for Liberty Tax Service in Central Florida. During the interim period from February 2008 until September, Ms. Johnson has assisted in the formation and refinement of our systems. Gil Carolino VP of Marketing and Technology and Co-Founder Gil has over 12 years in marketing experience focused on new media and print. He was the co-founder of Coastal Computer Service in 1998 and served as the Marketing Director for five years. He left Coastal Computers in 2002 to manage the marketing group of Kane Marie Gallery, one of the Nation’s top upscale art galleries. At Kane Marie he led the internet marketing team which developed and marketed the galleries ecommerce website generating over 1.7 million dollars in just nine months. In addition he also managed the graphics department which produced national ads for publications as The Robb Report and Architectural Digest. Gil served as the President of CDC media, a web marketing development group that has developed and marketed over 100 websites including several national brands. Gil comes to us from one of the leading mobile technology franchises, Geeks On Call , of three years. At Geeks On Call he developed the franchisees intranet, GeekNet. Managing a team of 3 developers, he architected web applications that streamlined the way franchisees and the corporate office operates. At Game On, Gil will oversee Marketing and Technology. His primary goal is to develop the Game On franchisee website, Team Game On, so franchisees and Area Developers are supported 24 hours a day. He will oversee the development of marketing programs that help the franchisee thrive and keep the Game On brand a nationally visible gaming icon. Mike Becker Director of Corporate Store Operations Mike has over eight years of General Management experience including six years in the gaming industry. Mike handles day-to-day operations of corporate store locations. Mikes knowledge and experience have been instrumental in developing the operations systems for supporting our franchisees.



Our Mission
To be the #1 video gaming retailer in the Universe and provide the ultimate in customer service through honesty and integrity!

Ten Principals 1) Take ownership in all that we do 2) The right attitude is the key to success 3) Stay in the Zone, have your game on 4) Servant leadership with no exceptions 5) Maintain open lines of communication 6) Exceed all expectations 7) Success is a journey, learn every lesson 8) Rise to the occasion 9) Dream big, stay focused 10) Have fun, love what you do

This information is not intended as an offer to sell, or the solicitation of an offer to buy a franchise. It is for informational purposes only. Currently, the following states and countries regulate the offer and sale of franchises: In the U.S.: California, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington and Wisconsin. International: Australia, Brazil, Canada (Alberta and Ontario only), China, France, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Kazakhstan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Romania, Russia, Spain and Taiwan. If you are a resident of one of these states or countries, we will not offer you a franchise unless and until we have complied with applicable pre-sale registration and disclosure requirements in your jurisdiction.