When did GMR magazine start and end?
GMR magazine began in February 2003 and ended with its 25th issue in February 2005. The publication lasted exactly two years before ceasing circulation.
Common questions about GMR (magazine)
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Where was GMR magazine sold and who funded it?
GMR magazine was funded entirely by Electronics Boutique and sold exclusively within the EB chain of video game stores. It was never available on newsstands and could only be obtained by walking through the doors of an EB location.
What was the unique rating system used by GMR magazine?
GMR magazine rated games on a scale of 1 to 10 with scores of 9 or 10 considered excellent and 1 to 3 deemed bad. The publication awarded the GMR Essential Selection logo to games scoring 10 and some games scoring 9, while giving a score of 0 to Postal² and Ping Pals.
Who wrote the Game Geezer editorial in GMR magazine?
The Game Geezer editorial was written by Jeff Green, a former editor-in-chief of Games for Windows: The Official Magazine and Computer Gaming World. Greg Orlando served as a fill-in writer for the column to maintain the consistent voice of the cranky old man narrator.
What happened to the GMR Chrome Heart item in Monster Hunter?
An online-only Event Quest released shortly after the PS2 game Monster Hunter allowed players to obtain the GMR Chrome Heart weapon. This item featured an embossed GMR logo and served as a rare bridge between the physical magazine and the digital gaming world.