v2.4.0.8
Sales by Significant Product Category (Detail) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
3 Months Ended 6 Months Ended
Aug. 03, 2013
Jul. 28, 2012
Aug. 03, 2013
Jul. 28, 2012
Product Information [Line Items]        
Net sales $ 1,383.7 $ 1,550.2 $ 3,249.0 $ 3,552.4
Percent of Total 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% 100.00%
New Video Game Hardware
       
Product Information [Line Items]        
Net sales 147.8 183.3 389.6 531.8
Percent of Total 10.70% 11.80% 12.00% 15.00%
New Video Game Software
       
Product Information [Line Items]        
Net sales 429.8 473.8 1,133.0 1,204.9
Percent of Total 31.10% 30.60% 34.90% 33.90%
Pre-Owned Video Game Products
       
Product Information [Line Items]        
Net sales 528.7 562.3 1,101.3 1,181.4
Percent of Total 38.20% 36.30% 33.90% 33.30%
All Other - PC Entertainment and other Software, Accessories and Magazines
       
Product Information [Line Items]        
Net sales $ 277.4 $ 330.8 $ 625.1 $ 634.3
Percent of Total 20.00% 21.30% 19.20% 17.80%