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Still have my old Blockbuster card at home somewhere
anyone else miss going in Blockbuster, Hollywood videos etc .....?
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I miss that time period..
The last Blockbuster video store in Australia is closing its doors, leaving only one remaining in the world.
March 7, 2019 — 6.51am
Lyn and John Borszeky are closing the last blockbuster store in Australia. CREDIT:AAP
The store in the Perth suburb of Morley, owned by Lyn and John Borszeky, will cease trading at the end of this month, leaving the store in Bend, Oregon as the sole survivor of the franchise.
Back in January Lyn Borszeky was still positive she could stand strong in the face of the digital revolution.
“We have a great location and we’ve got a good landlord who has been very supportive as well," she told WAtoday back then.
“We’ve still got the customer support. We have good loyal customers and we’ve picked up a lot of customers from other stores that have closed.
“A lot just love movies and want to talk about them but there are a lot of people too that really just want to keep a small business going.”
But last week, as the closing down sale signs went up, customers began expressing their sadness, Ms Borszeky said.
She said the writing had been on the wall for a long time amid the rise of streaming services such as Netflix.
Ms Borszeky said she felt sorry for film lovers who had no or poor internet connections, and seniors who found the new technology too complicated.
"We put in a pretty good effort to be the last one in Australia, I suppose, but it was going to happen eventually and now is the time," Ms Borszeky said.
Sentimental cinephiles can get their hands on Blockbuster signs in the closing down sale, which starts on March 8.
The last remaining Blockbuster in Bend, Oregan is embracing its fame by selling shirts and other memorabilia.
Hamish Hastie, AAP
The last Blockbuster video store in Australia is closing its doors, leaving only one remaining in the world.
March 7, 2019 — 6.51am
Lyn and John Borszeky are closing the last blockbuster store in Australia. CREDIT:AAP
The store in the Perth suburb of Morley, owned by Lyn and John Borszeky, will cease trading at the end of this month, leaving the store in Bend, Oregon as the sole survivor of the franchise.
Back in January Lyn Borszeky was still positive she could stand strong in the face of the digital revolution.
“We have a great location and we’ve got a good landlord who has been very supportive as well," she told WAtoday back then.
“We’ve still got the customer support. We have good loyal customers and we’ve picked up a lot of customers from other stores that have closed.
“A lot just love movies and want to talk about them but there are a lot of people too that really just want to keep a small business going.”
But last week, as the closing down sale signs went up, customers began expressing their sadness, Ms Borszeky said.
She said the writing had been on the wall for a long time amid the rise of streaming services such as Netflix.
Ms Borszeky said she felt sorry for film lovers who had no or poor internet connections, and seniors who found the new technology too complicated.
"We put in a pretty good effort to be the last one in Australia, I suppose, but it was going to happen eventually and now is the time," Ms Borszeky said.
Sentimental cinephiles can get their hands on Blockbuster signs in the closing down sale, which starts on March 8.
The last remaining Blockbuster in Bend, Oregan is embracing its fame by selling shirts and other memorabilia.
Hamish Hastie, AAP
I miss renting games.
I didn't realize playing tons and tons of videogames was a hobby until I couldn't just go in and pick one off the shelf. Even back in snes days I'd of course play what was big but then I'd beat those and I'd just cop a random title off the shelf, something I didn't know about or hadn't played. Sometimes the game was piff, other times it was trash.
I didn't realize playing tons and tons of videogames was a hobby until I couldn't just go in and pick one off the shelf. Even back in snes days I'd of course play what was big but then I'd beat those and I'd just cop a random title off the shelf, something I didn't know about or hadn't played. Sometimes the game was piff, other times it was trash.
WaveCapsByOscorp™
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Somewhat. It was a thing. Like an activity...
I really miss seeing those fine azz Blockbuster chicks wearing them Tight khakis with that BOOTY!!
Thread gets made every year
where the 2-2-/rona version at?
I do miss renting games, but I was horrible at returning anything on time. I'm just so lazy, and I wind up paying for it :/
GoAggieGo.
getting blitzed.
I miss my dad taking my sister and myself to the local blockbuster to get a movie, and me getting a SNES game or 64 game. It would suck going and them not having what I wanted. Used to get the Donkey Kong games, and then convince my pop to buy the game when he got paid in 2 weeks 
darealvelle
Real Talk
That horror movie section at Blockbuster had me shook every time as a kid. I am hinting at a VHS cover relating to a clown on it and another with a eyeball with a bee inside of it.
Hell nah! Everytime I went they aint ever have the games I wanted! nikkas checking shyt out to never be seen again.
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When this thread was upped i thought it was gonna have this article in it:
The last Blockbuster in the world will soon be available to rent on Airbnb — for just $4 a night
The last Blockbuster in the world will soon be available to rent on Airbnb — for just $4 a night
Years ago, people often spent so much time browsing the shelves at the local Blockbuster it may have felt like they lived there. Now, some special fans of the once-mighty chain actually can — for a night.
Sandi Harding, the store manager of the last Blockbuster in the world, will soon allow stays at the Bend, Oregon, establishment through Airbnb, according to a company press release on Tuesday.
But, there's a catch.
Only residents of Deschutes County, where the Blockbuster is located, are permitted to request to book a stay at the store. The store is also only available for a limited time — for three individual, one-night reservations on September 18, 19 and 20. Booking requests are open to residents of the county starting August 17.
Harding is allowing county residents to stay the night at the store to thank them for their support during "these uncertain times," the release said.
"In appreciation for all that the local community has recently done to support the last-of-its-kind during these uncertain times, this end of summer sleepover will offer movie lovers in Deschutes County the chance for a 90s-themed stay to relive the bygone Friday night tradition just as we remember it," the release explained.
Up to four people are allowed to stay in the store, according to the listing on Airbnb.
Harding, who has kept the establishment running since 2004, will ensure guests have a movie-filled stay, according to the release. "Sandi will be your Airbnb host and will stock the shelves with all the movies your heart could desire before handing over the keys," the release said.
In photos released by Airbnb, the accommodations mimic a '90s living room and appear to be situated right in the middle of the store. The setup features a bean bag chair and a geometric bedspread, among other nostalgic accents.
The longtime manager is listing the location for only $4 a night, plus taxes and fees — just one penny more than the price of a movie rental, according to the release.
The last Blockbuster on Earth is transformed into a 90s living room. Airbnb
The release instructed prospective renters to note the host rules that are in adherence with local guidelines amid the coronavirus pandemic. In addition to being county residents, those who request a stay must also come from the same household "to minimize risk." Guests are also told they should adhere to the company's safety guidelines in regards to wearing face masks and practicing social distancing in public.
"This private sleepover has been planned with safety in mind, and guests can rest assured knowing that the store will be cleaned and prepared in accordance with CDC guidelines and consistent with the Airbnb enhanced cleaning protocol," the release emphasized.
For those who aren't able to nab a stay at Blockbuster, customers can take a look at the living room space for a limited time during store hours "after the final guests check out," according to the release.
The Bend, Oregon, store became the last Blockbuster location on the planet last spring, after a location in Australia closed.
Blockbuster was once the biggest video rental chain in the U.S., with almost 9,000 stores worldwide. At one time, it is estimated a new store opened every 17 hours. But with the arrival of Netflix, Blockbuster stores began disappearing. After bankruptcy in 2010, Blockbuster shuttered almost all of its stores.
Friday night was LITTY lit! Packed place and we would hit it up early Friday before the traffic hit hard and everything was rented out for the weekend. All the rent two get one free deals Hollywood has over blockbuster 
the rent to buy options when you got a cold ass game you didn’t want to let go of
Renting entire systems to test drive before actually getting moms to shell out the dough
the rent to buy options when you got a cold ass game you didn’t want to let go of
Renting entire systems to test drive before actually getting moms to shell out the dough
GoAggieGo.
getting blitzed.
Going up to the front counter after seeing your game wasn’t on the stand, hoping that the game you wanted had just been returnedHell nah! Everytime I went they aint ever have the games I wanted! nikkas checking shyt out to never be seen again.
Hoshi_Toshi
Superstar
I remember my dad took us to movie gallery and I got sonic 3 on sega genesis 
got home and it was the wrong game in the case
Dad said he wasn’t going back to return it until the next day.
My sister was
the rest of the night because I was miserable
Good times breh.
got home and it was the wrong game in the case
Dad said he wasn’t going back to return it until the next day.
My sister was
the rest of the night because I was miserableGood times breh.