Updated Mar 17, 2026 by PlayWay
PlayWay S.A. acquired a 51% controlling stake in Łódź-based Space Boat Studios on January 19, 2018, for a total transaction value of 510,000 PLN.
The acquisition was driven by the performance of the studio's flagship title, Out of Reach, which recorded 100,000 units sold on Steam and held a wishlist of 163,000 prospective buyers.
Space Boat Studios is currently developing a new title within the Out of Reach universe that integrates a pirate-themed setting with the Battle Royale multiplayer genre.
Following the transaction, the remaining 49% equity in Space Boat Studios is distributed among the original partners at 21%, 18%, and 10% respectively.
This investment reflects PlayWay’s corporate strategy of acquiring specialized studios that possess both proven market track records and scalable project pipelines.
PlayWay S.A. acquired a 51% controlling stake in Łódź-based Space Boat Studios on January 19, 2018, for a total transaction value of 510,000 PLN.
The acquisition was driven by the performance of the studio's flagship title, Out of Reach, which recorded 100,000 units sold on Steam and held a wishlist of 163,000 prospective buyers.
Space Boat Studios is currently developing a new title within the Out of Reach universe that integrates a pirate-themed setting with the Battle Royale multiplayer genre.
Following the transaction, the remaining 49% equity in Space Boat Studios is distributed among the original partners at 21%, 18%, and 10% respectively.
This investment reflects PlayWay’s corporate strategy of acquiring specialized studios that possess both proven market track records and scalable project pipelines.