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The overall sentiment for The Gamesmen is overwhelmingly positive, with customers frequently highlighting the retailer's reliability and longevity in the industry. The most praised aspect is the exceptional delivery speed, with many orders arriving within 24 to 48 hours, even during peak periods like Christmas. While the vast majority of experiences are seamless, a small number of recurring concerns exist regarding internal packaging protection for fragile or collectible items.

Pros
Rapid Fulfilment: Delivery is consistently noted as being faster than expected, with numerous instances of next-day arrival for both local and interstate orders.
Extensive Product Range: Customers value the availability of hard-to-find items, retro gaming gear, and specialized collectibles that are often sold out at larger retailers.
Competitive Pricing: The store is frequently cited for having better prices than major competitors and maintaining fair pre-order pricing even when market value increases.
Effective Communication: The automated tracking system and proactive customer service team keep buyers well-informed throughout the shipping process.
Cons
Inconsistent Internal Packaging: Multiple reports indicate that fragile items or collectibles are sometimes shipped with minimal padding (such as single sheets of brown paper), leading to occasional damage.
Handling of Damaged Collectibles: A few reviewers expressed frustration that the retailer does not always consider retail packaging as part of a collectible's value when discussing returns for transit damage.
Pre-order Delays: While rare, some users experienced significant delays or cancellations on pre-ordered items due to supplier issues or stock inaccuracies.
Website Compatibility: Occasional technical issues were reported when trying to complete purchases using specific mobile devices or tablets.
Verdict

The Gamesmen is a highly reliable choice for gamers and collectors, particularly for those requiring fast turnaround times and competitive prices. While there are isolated complaints regarding the protection of mint-condition collectible packaging, the business maintains a high standard of service and remains a top-tier Australian retailer for toys and games.

5 Alan J  · Good price, Seamless transaction and quick delivery. One two three.
5 Tracy  · Excellent service very pleased with my purchase and fast delivery
5 AbiGail D.  · Great timing excellent packaging and products. Thank you so much!
5 Val  · Very happy with my purchase. Prompt delivery and great product.
5 Junz  · The delivery was so fast I chose standard on Friday and got my order Monday. I’m really happy.
5 Shahana Naera  · Fast delivery to the Gold Coast and obsessed with my bratziez
Peter
PeterNSW4 posts
  Online store

The way there online store is set up you can find what your looking for in a couple of minutes, excellent communication and you always know when the order is being sent

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Ben R.
Ben R.VIC2 posts
  Online store

So happy with my collectables! Exactly as advertised and awesome quality! Thanks guys

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BIanca
BIanca
  Online store

Laptop came so quickly and I absolutely love it. Well packaged and products in perfect boxes. Everything went so smoothly 100% would order again.

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Karen
Karen
  Verified Online store

Great packaging, item arrived before stated time. One very Happy customer

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Scott
Scott
  Online store

Great product. I pulled 2 awesome signed RC Cooper Flagg and a chrome Kon Knueppel. Well worth the money.

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Anthony
AnthonyNSW16 posts
  Verified Online store

Great store, online and physical. Great service. Timely deliveries. I highly recommend.

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Johnny P.
Johnny P.SA4 posts
  Verified Online store

Ordered these items online and the whole process was really smooth. The website was easy to navigate and checking out was straightforward. The order arrived on time, everything was in good condition and well protected in the packaging. The products were exactly as advertised on their webpage, so overall I’m very happy with my purchase and online transaction.

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Linda
LindaNSW3 posts
  Verified Online store

Easy to browse and buy, fast shipping, delivered as expected, perfect

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parradoxxian
parradoxxianWA
  Online store

Fast delivery Accurate description Happy to pull the chase from Chaos Rising

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Amelia W.
Amelia W.
  Verified Online store

Fast postage great price, the gamesmen often have the lowest prices of the Mtg bundles and commander decks, they are my go to shop for the best price deals.

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Jules
JulesNSW
  Verified Online store

Placed an order not 24 hours earlier and my package arrived almost a week earlier than expected the very next day. All the products ordered were in mint condition and I sincerely thank The Gamesmen for their punctual dispatch of my order. Was over the moon I didn't have to wait the weekend out to get my goodies! Absolute legends. Keep up the fantastic work lads! 10/10 highly recommended, I will be ordering again!

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Daivd Anderson
Daivd AndersonNSW
  Online store

I’ve ordered them before same item great product for what I need thank you very much

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Andrea walpole
Andrea walpoleQLD
  Online store

Highly recommended,delivery was great, easy to order and very affordable compared to local shops

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JoB
JoBNSW6 posts
  Online store

Absolutely Fabulous! Thank you Gamesmen Team for another brilliant game! Your service is second to none! Ordered and delivered SUPER FAST! If you need a game quick, these are your team to go to! They are the Dream Team for games, equipment and everything in the middle! Gifts sorted and even gifts for yourself too! We are old customers of the Marvellous Gamesmen and there are no words to say just how Fabulous this company is!! A++++++++++++

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Adam T.
Adam T.VIC3 posts
  Online store

The Gamesmen are my first stop shop for any pre-orders for Transformers. They are super reliable and usually the first in Aus for non-exclusive figures. The website is great, the layout and ease of purchasing is top notch. I purchased Two NFL- Transformers crossovers, Tundra Prime and KC-59.

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PFR
PFR2 posts
  Online store

I ordered a Pokemon backpack and the order was processed quickly. When there was a delivery delay by Aus Post, the Gamesmen staff followed up and the delivery was made in time for a family birthday. The office staff were helpful, proactive and friendly and the ordered item came in perfect condition. I would definitely order from this vendor again.

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Kazza60
Kazza60NSW4 posts
  Online store

Excellent to deal with product arrived in perfect condition as described prompt delivery and service highly recommended

 Follow-up  · Was packed well tracking was good

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Natasha82
Natasha82QLD
  Online store

Fast delivery awesome products I love the goblet and ducks

 Follow-up  · Awesome I love having a red wine in the goblet and I absolutely still love the ducks

Tom
Tom
  Online store

Item was in stock. They packed and shipped extremely fast

 Follow-up  · Delivery way very fast. The tracking was accurate. And the item was good quality and arrived in good packaging

In-depth reviews

Jayden
Jayden
  Verified Online store

Bought 2 items totalling $286.18 and the item arrived damaged. No packaging protection was included, only a sheet of brown paper. When I reached out to support for assistance, they wanted me to send them back, but advised if they find they were damaged when I send them back, they mention on the response that: “ If the item is deemed to be damaged… Read more

or there is no fault found, you will be required to pay the necessary postage fee in order to receive the item back. ” Well, the item is damaged? And if I send back with the same packaging I received them in, they may not provide assistance and I will need to pay further. So now I will need to pay extra to include packaging protection that should have already been used by Gamesmen to begin with? Very poor solution to a problem they caused and expect customers to run to the post office for a chance that they will not even assist anyways? Trying to save money by not using packaging protection and forcing consumers to pay on top is poor business, especially when smaller stores are able to look after customers orders much better. Will not be coming back if this is the solution.

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Helen.F
Helen.F3 posts
  Online store

Best Gaming Chair Hands Down!!!! – Oh Myyyyyyy Goddddd, so I searched everywhere for a gaming chair for my 11 year old son, who is a mad Fortnite gamer. So mad he broke his last chair, by jumping and getting cray as gamers do So I found the deadliest gaming chair at “The Gamesmen” it is the “ Playseat Puma Active Gaming Seat” . Let me tell you now!!!!! This chair is strong,… Read more

comfortable, you can go crazy on it, rock it out until your hearts content, it came in a small box, took me 5 mins to put it together as everything just clips in to place, NO TOOLS needed. I am the single Mumma that has to do every mum/dad job for my kids. This was the Holy Grail of anything I’ve ever had to do for my son. The “Gamesmen” had the cheapest price, the cheapest delivery costs and I live in the outback. And the best service. If you are looking for a strong, comfortable, light, incredible gaming chair , then the Playseat Puma Active Gaming Seat is the best of the best and let’s face it “The Gamesmen’s” service and stock list is second to none!!!!! Well done Ten Stars!!!!! I am now the coolest Mumma in Town ♥️ Cheers Everyone xo

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I.G.
I.G.VIC5 posts
  Verified Online store

Look no further!!!! This is the store to get all your gaming gear!!! – Was looking for some gaming accessories for father's day (thank you wife and son!), specifically from online stores, given the COVID situation. Gamesmen was the only store that came back with results fast and accurate. Other stores (which actually claim to be "specialists") haven't even had alternatives to what I was looking for! Paid via PayPal… Read more ·  1

on Wed and by Tuesday next week everything was delivered (from NSW to VIC) in excellent condition!!!! Only thing that was on the downside was, although I placed the order at the same time for both items, they came separate, one day apart (one on Monday and the other one on Tuesday). I understand that this is probably an issue of AusPost rather than Gamesmen and on top of that we have the COVID situation but you'd think that in this case they would've travelled and be delivered together.

In summary: Great selection of products, vast inventory, prompt service with great follow up and customer service, easy and smooth procedure throughout!

Will be definitely recommending them and will definitely buy from there again!

Thanks Gamesmen!

Recent reviews

Lion
Lion3 posts
  Online store

Excellent service. Shipped quickly on the specified date. Great tracking notifications. Good shipping prices. I would certainly return to this store. Excellent experience

VPilk
VPilkVIC
  Online store

My order arrived promptly, (less than a week) and in good condition. I was very pleased with the quality of everything I ordered. The games all look to be challenging and fun.

Natasha P.
Natasha P.
  Online store

The Gamesmen is absolutely fantastic! Ordered online and it shipped out within a day, took two to arrive! Packaged very well and was extremely happy with the product. I will definitely order from them again, maybe visit the store one of these days!

Baldwin79
Baldwin79TAS2 posts
  Online store

Bought a Jujutsu Kaisen figurine for my son’s birthday, and it was really easy to find the item I wanted, pay for it, and get it delivered. Fast and straightforward, and I’m very happy with the quality. I trust this company, so it’s always my first choice to check out.

DeniceS
DeniceSQLD2 posts
  Online store

Contacted The Gamesmen after searching unsuccessfully around my local area to purchase particular game cards. Ordered Sunday evening delivered Tuesday morning. Great online communication. Thank you.

WDW
WDW
  Online store

I have frequently bought a variety of things from the Gamesmen. The products are of good quality and their customer service is quick and efficient. They have such a diverse range of products, I will continue to shop with the Gamesmen.

darren
darrenNSW
  Online store

Order was placed late at night and the order was processed early the next morning and ready for posting that afternoon and delivered with out an issue , stock was well protected

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