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Raport Bieżący Nr 17/2016: Zawarcie Umowy Inwestycyjnej
16 Nov 20161 pages~1 min full read
PlayWay S.A. acquired a 57% controlling stake in the Katowice-based studio Rejected Games in November 2016.
The investment involved a cash contribution of 249,945 PLN in exchange for newly issued shares to fund the development of the game Mr. Prepper.
Following the capital increase, the remaining 43% equity in Rejected Games is held by partners Jacek Polaczek (17%), Maciej Latocha (13%), and Łukasz Stąporek (13%).
The partnership is structured to grant PlayWay oversight of the project lifecycle for Mr. Prepper while providing necessary financial backing.
This transaction reflects a Q4 2016 strategy by PlayWay to expand its PC gaming portfolio through targeted studio incubation and project-based financing.
PlayWay S.A. has formalized an investment agreement to acquire a majority stake in the Katowice-based development studio Rejected Games. This strategic move, finalized in November 2016, involves the investor providing a cash contribution of 249,945 PLN in exchange for newly issued shares. Following the capital increase, PlayWay holds a 57% controlling interest in the entity, while the remaining equity is distributed among three individual partners: Jacek Polaczek at 17%, and Maciej Latocha and Łukasz Stąporek at 13% each.
The primary objective of this partnership is the development of the computer game titled Mr. Prepper. This investment aligns with the broader industry trend of major publishers securing intellectual property and creative talent through the formation of subsidiary studios. By establishing a controlling stake, the investor secures oversight of the project's lifecycle while providing the necessary financial backing to bring the title to market.
This transaction represents a specific expansion of a Polish gaming portfolio during the fourth quarter of 2016. The disclosure follows standard regulatory requirements for public companies regarding confidential information and significant capital investments. The focus remains strictly on the PC gaming segment and the specific production of a single identified title, illustrating a targeted approach to studio incubation and project-based financing within the regional development ecosystem.
