hhgregg, a major appliance and electronic retailer in the Southeast US, has announced today its entrance into the gaming retail industry.  The retailer will be selling video game bundles with popular games and various other accessories in each of its 109 locations across its nine-state network, beginning on November 28, 2008.

 “As hhgregg continues its disciplined growth, we are committed to continually assessing our product offerings to best meet the needs of our customers,” said hhgregg Chairman and CEO, Jerry Throgmartin. “We are pleased to now offer our loyal patrons some of the most popular merchandise in the gaming market today. hhgregg will provide our customers with a convenient, one-stop gaming solution, packaging gaming consoles with its respective games, controllers and other accessories. This customer-friendly gaming package will make a great gift for the upcoming holiday season.”

hhgregg’s initial assortment of gaming inventory will include Xbox 360 Arcade, Xbox 360 Pro,  PS3 and Nintendo Wii. In addition, hhgregg will offer top gaming accessories for these platforms, including “Guitar Hero” and Wii accessories. The company will also be carrying hand-held gaming devices, such as the DS and PSP.

hhgregg will be conducting its industry-leading training program with its sales staff to ensure they are properly educated on all gaming products.