Manchester

Manchester's 24 game stores serve the Northwest's cultural capital with distinctive Northern character. From the Northern Quarter's indie shops to Trafford Centre stores, Greater Manchester has cultivated one of UK's most vibrant gaming communities. The city's working-class roots and music heritage create a down-to-earth gaming culture that welcomes everyone. Manchester's universities bring constant new blood into competitive scenes, while established gamers maintain strong community bonds. The city's rainy weather makes gaming an ideal year-round activity, and local stores often collaborate with the city's famous pub culture for gaming-and-pints events.