Peter Moore’s *Game Changer* is a masterclass in storytelling and leadership, woven together with an authenticity and verve that few business memoirs ever achieve. Moore’s writing style is both crisp and evocative, pulling readers straight from the postwar streets of Liverpool into the high-voltage energy of global boardrooms. His voice is unmistakably his own—worldly, witty, and unflinchingly honest—making even the most complex business manoeuvres feel both accessible and deeply personal. It’s rare to find an author who can pivot so effortlessly between nostalgia and strategy, but Moore does it brilliantly; passages detailing his early days as a shoe salesman or his awe at first seeing Liverpool FC play are as gripping as his accounts of the console wars or the behind-the-scenes drama at EA Sports.
What truly sets Moore apart is his uncanny ability to extract wisdom from every twist of his journey. He doesn’t just recount milestones—he dissects them, reflecting on both the hard knocks and the intoxicating highs with equal candour. The chapters chronicling his leap from physical education teacher to Reebok executive, and later his bold transition into video games at age 44, are particularly compelling. Moore’s candour about his own “imperfect personal life” and the ever-present imposter syndrome adds a rare vulnerability that only deepens the reader’s respect for him. His insights into leadership—what he calls the “Power of Scouseness”—are original and full of heart, showing how authenticity and self-belief can move mountains in industries obsessed with reinvention.
Throughout the book, Moore’s clarity, creativity, and relentless drive shine through every page. Whether describing his pivotal decisions at Sega, his legendary run at Xbox and EA, or the fairytale return to lead Liverpool FC to glory, Moore never fails to give credit to the teams and mentors around him, while still making his own vision crystal clear. His narrative is packed with unforgettable moments—like selling cleats out of the trunk of a Camry or steering Liverpool through its most triumphant modern era. Moore’s contribution to sports, tech, and leadership literature is undeniable; *Game Changer* isn’t just a memoir, it’s a gift to anyone who believes in chasing dreams with grit, humour, and a refusal to play by anyone else’s rules.
ROYAL MAIL TRACKED 48 Publisher: https://www.liverpooluniversitypress.co.uk/
Published: September 28, 2025Price: £25.00Paperback: 208 pagesISBN-10: 1836245793ISBN-13: 978-1836245797Dimensions: 216 x 138 (mm)
