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Nacon reported consolidated sales of €70.8 million for the first half of its 2023/24 financial year, a decline of 8.7 % compared with €77.5 million in the same period a year earlier. Sales fell across all segments: gaming revenue dropped 5.7 % to €44.3 million, catalogue sales fell 9.0 % to €23.1 million, back‑catalogue sales slipped 1.8 % to €21.2 million, and accessories revenue fell 12.7 % to €24.9 million. Mobile and audio sales also contracted by 21.5 %. The first quarter saw a sharper decline (9.3 %) than the second quarter (8.0 %), reflecting a high base from 2022/23 and limited new releases in the latter half of the year. Despite the downturn, Nacon highlighted a rebound in back‑catalogue sales and an upturn in accessories driven by new console installations and strong headset performance, particularly in the United States. The company’s release calendar for the third quarter includes high‑profile titles such as *Astérix & Obelix: Heroes*, *Cricket 24*, and *Robocop: Rogue City*, all of which have generated strong pre‑sales. Upcoming accessories, notably the Revolution 5 Pro controller and RIG 600 PRO headset, are expected to contribute further growth. Nacon maintains its 2023/24 guidance, projecting robust sales and operating income in the second half of the year. The company’s integrated structure—combining 16 development studios, AA publishing, and premium peripheral design—supports its strategy to capitalize on new releases and accessory demand across 100 countries.
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