Jobs Saved as Game Rescue Deal is Agreed

Jobs Saved as Game Rescue Deal is Agreed

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Business, Architecture

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The video discusses the significant changes in the video game market over the past five years, highlighting the impact of mobile gaming and the rise of games like Angry Birds. It covers the acquisition of Game by Opcapita, which aims to save jobs and stores despite the company's financial struggles. The video also addresses the challenges Game faces, including regaining publisher support and the potential for future market shifts.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant change in the video game industry is highlighted by the rise of mobile games like Angry Birds?

The decline of console gaming

The shift towards digital downloads

The impact of mobile gaming

The resurgence of arcade games

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the major actions taken by Opcapita after acquiring the game retailer?

Expanding the number of stores

Closing 277 stores

Partnering with a tech company

Launching a new gaming console

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much debt did Opcapita take on as part of the acquisition deal?

£50 million

£85 million

£100 million

£120 million

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is considered crucial for the game retailer's revival according to the new owners?

Increasing marketing budget

Getting back publisher support

Launching new game titles

Reducing product prices

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the potential risk mentioned for the game retailer's future?

Losing market leadership

Facing another financial crisis

Expanding too quickly

Over-reliance on a single product