Game Informer Says Goodbye to Editor-in-Chief, Andy McNamara

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Game Informer announces the departure of Editor-in-Chief Andy McNamara, who is leaving after 29 years to pursue a new opportunity in the video game industry. Andy Reiner, a veteran executive editor for 26 years, has been appointed as the new Editor-in-Chief. Under McNamara's leadership, Game Informer grew from a bi-monthly magazine with 60,000 subscribers to a leading brand with millions of subscribers. The publication also launched its online edition in 2010, now the world's number one digital magazine.

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• Andy Reiner, a seasoned editor with 26 years at Game Informer, is promoted to Editor-in-Chief.
• Game Informer has a global subscriber base of over 6 million gamers.
• The online edition launched in 2010, now ranked as the number one digital magazine globally.

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MINNEAPOLIS, June 30, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Game Informer magazine announced today that Andy McNamara, the publication’s Editor-in-Chief, is leaving the publication to pursue a new opportunity in the video games industry. Andy Reiner has been promoted to serve as the magazine’s new Editor-in-Chief effective immediately.  

Mr. McNamara has been part of the Game Informer editorial staff for more than 29 years. He is the founding member of the publication’s editorial staff, helping launch the first issue in 1991. He was named Editor-in-Chief of Game Informer in 1994 and has been instrumental in growing the publication into an iconic brand within the video game industry. Mr. McNamara also led the efforts in launching the online edition of the magazine in 2010, which today is the No. 1 digital magazine in the world.

“Andy has been with Game Informer from its humble beginnings as a bi-monthly magazine with 60,000 subscribers. Under his editorial leadership, the publication became the world’s leading source for the latest in video game news with a subscription base of millions of subscribers,” said Frank Hamlin, Chief Customer Officer for GameStop. “For nearly three decades he has built a loyal fan base by dedicating himself to providing gaming fans access to the most exclusive video gaming news, reviews, previews and podcasts across Game Informer’s digital and print editions. While we wish Andy much success in his new endeavors, he will be missed.”

Mr. McNamara stated, “I’ve had the time of my life being part of the Game Informer family for more than 29 years. I owe some of my most memorable experiences to this magazine. Countless people throughout the video game industry have inspired me, believed in me, trusted me, and ultimately fought with me to make Game Informer the best we could make it. I am most proud of that. I’m confident that legacy will continue with Andy Reiner as the new Editor-in-Chief.”

Mr. Reiner is a 26-year veteran of the magazine and most recently held the role of Executive Editor where he managed the daily creation of original content for the magazine’s print, online and digital editions, as well as coordinating the work of Game Informer’s editorial staff. Mr. Reiner is known in the video games industry with his work having appeared in hundreds of magazines and gameinformer.com. He is the host of Gamer Informer’s popular Replay show and a co-host of KFAN’s Video Games Weekly show.

About Game Informer
Game Informer Media, launched in 1991 with Game Informer magazine, a legendary product that still stands as the world’s #1 video game magazine featuring articles, news, strategy, and reviews of video games. The publication is owned and published by its parent company, GameStop, and has a global subscriber base of over 6 million gamers. The company also distributes Game Informer Digital, a publication for tablets, mobile, and browsers that is the #1 digital publication in the world, and delivers daily content on gameinformer.com. With a massive community on social media, and multiple popular video programs on YouTube including The Game Informer Show, Replay, and New Gameplay Today, Game Informer speaks to the needs of today’s gamers.

Media Contact
Joey Mooring
(817) 722-7450
joeymooring@gameinformer.com

FAQ

What is the recent change in leadership at Game Informer as of June 2020?

As of June 30, 2020, Andy McNamara has left his position as Editor-in-Chief of Game Informer, and Andy Reiner has been promoted to take on this role.

How long did Andy McNamara serve at Game Informer?

Andy McNamara served at Game Informer for over 29 years, starting from its launch in 1991.

What is the subscriber base of Game Informer?

Game Informer has a global subscriber base of over 6 million gamers.

Who is the new Editor-in-Chief of Game Informer?

Andy Reiner is the new Editor-in-Chief of Game Informer, having previously served as Executive Editor.

What notable achievement did Game Informer accomplish in 2010?

In 2010, Game Informer launched its online edition, which has since become the world's number one digital magazine.