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Current Report No. 4/2025: Change in Depreciation Method for Frostpunk 2 Game

The Management Board of 11 bit studios has implemented a strategic shift in the accounting treatment for its major release, Frostpunk 2, transitioning from a straight-line depreciation model to a declining balance method. This adjustment, finalized during the preparation of the 2024 financial statements in consultation with the company’s auditor, applies specifically to the PC version of the title following its launch on September 20, 2024. The new methodology extends the amortization period to seven years, departing from the previously utilized five-year straight-line framework. This accounting change significantly impacts the company's reported financial results for the 2024 fiscal year. Under the new declining balance approach, the amortization charge for Frostpunk 2 totals PLN 12,521,440. In contrast, the previous straight-line method would have resulted in a substantially lower charge of PLN 3,130,360 for the same period. By front-loading the depreciation expenses, the company aligns its financial reporting more closely with the typical revenue lifecycle of premium game releases, where the highest volume of sales and consumption generally occurs shortly after launch. The scope of this decision is centered on the intangible assets of the Warsaw-based developer and reflects a specific valuation strategy for its primary intellectual property within the global PC gaming market. This technical adjustment serves as a critical update for investors regarding the company’s internal valuation of its assets and the resulting impact on comprehensive income. The move underscores a more aggressive recognition of costs in the initial months of the game's lifecycle, providing a more conservative representation of the asset's book value over its projected seven-year lifespan.

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11 bit studiosApr 2025

Legal

Current Report No. 2/2025: Publishing Agreement Signed with The Outer Zone

11 bit studios has formally expanded its publishing portfolio through a strategic agreement with the Danish developer The Outer Zone. This partnership centers on the upcoming release of Death Howl, a deck-building title set within a Stone Age-inspired Norse kingdom. The narrative follows a protagonist named Ro on a quest through a mythological landscape, blending tactical card-based mechanics with a somber, character-driven story. This addition aligns with the publisher's established reputation for supporting titles that feature mature themes and distinct artistic directions. The project is currently scheduled for a 2025 launch, with the initial release targeting the PC platform. By securing these publishing rights, the Warsaw-based company continues to strengthen its presence in the independent development scene, acting as a bridge for international studios to reach global audiences. The agreement represents a significant commitment to the title's commercial lifecycle, covering the distribution and promotional efforts necessary to bring the Danish studio's debut or sophomore efforts to market. This disclosure, issued in early 2025, serves as a formal notification of inside information under European market abuse regulations. It highlights the ongoing trend of Central European publishers seeking high-quality, niche genre projects from Nordic developers to diversify their release calendars. The scope of the announcement is focused specifically on the contractual relationship and the immediate production timeline for the game, signaling a clear milestone in the publisher's mid-term growth strategy for the fiscal year.

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11 bit studiosJan 2025

Report

The Big Game Engine Report of 2025

The Big Game Engine Report 2025 examines the shifting landscape of game development technology, focusing on the transition from proprietary in-house tools to third-party public engines. The analysis covers over 13,000 games released on Steam, tracking market share trends from 2012 through 2024 with projections reaching 2030. Findings are based on proprietary estimations and tagging methodologies that categorize engines into three tiers: dominant public engines (Unity and Unreal), smaller public engines (Godot, GameMaker, RPG Maker), and custom in-house engines used by major AAA studios. The central thesis posits that the era of dominant in-house engines is ending as major studios increasingly adopt Unreal Engine 5 to reduce maintenance costs and access a broader talent pool. While custom engines powered over 70% of Steam releases in 2012, they accounted for only 13% of releases in 2024. In terms of commercial performance, custom engines still represent 42% of units sold, but this is the first time they have fallen below the 50% threshold. Unreal Engine has capitalized on this shift, particularly in the AAA space, while Unity remains the leader in sheer volume, powering 51% of all 2024 releases. The data highlights a clear correlation between game size and engine choice. Unity dominates the "Tiny" and "Small" categories (under 100k units), whereas custom engines and Unreal Engine control the "Large" segment (over 1M units). Emerging trends show Godot as the fastest-growing smaller engine, driving over two-thirds of the growth in its tier since 2020. Looking forward, the industry expects a continued migration toward Unreal Engine 5, with Unity projected to face increasing pressure from open-source alternatives like Godot in the indie sector while struggling to gain further ground in the high-end AAA market.

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Video Game InsightsJan 2025

Report

PC/Console Gaming Index: A Look at the Top Games, Publishers, and Platforms in 2025 So Far

The 2025 PC and console landscape is dominated by Steam, which recorded 450 million downloads and is projected to achieve a record $12 billion in premium revenue, reflecting a 15 percent year‑to‑date increase. PlayStation and Xbox follow with 376 million and 283 million downloads respectively, underscoring Steam’s clear lead in both user acquisition and monetisation. Across the combined market, action titles command the highest demand at 262 million downloads, while shooters and role‑playing games attract 189 million and 131 million downloads, indicating a strong preference for high‑intensity, narrative‑driven experiences among gamers. Premium revenue accounts for the majority of earnings on the leading platforms, with Steam generating 79 percent of its income from premium sales and PlayStation reaching 83 percent, highlighting the continued viability of upfront purchase models despite the growth of free‑to‑play alternatives. The data suggest that while free‑to‑play titles remain a significant segment, the premium‑heavy ecosystem retains a decisive advantage in revenue generation. Overall, the findings illustrate a globally integrated market in 2025 where PC distribution via Steam outpaces console rivals, genre preferences skew toward action‑oriented titles, and premium monetisation continues to dominate the financial structure of the industry.

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Sensor TowerJan 2025

Report

Starfield: How It Achieved 10M Players

The marketing and commercial performance of Bethesda’s *Starfield* reflects a strategic evolution in digital promotion, transitioning from traditional trailer-based campaigns to a diversified, multi-channel approach. By prioritizing platforms like TikTok, Twitch, and Instagram during the 2023 pre-order phase, the campaign successfully built massive momentum, culminating in the title reaching the top of Steam’s Wishlist and securing over 300,000 followers prior to launch. A critical component of this success was the integration with Microsoft’s ecosystem, specifically leveraging "Day One on Game Pass" messaging and Bing’s AI search capabilities to maximize visibility and accessibility across the Xbox and PC markets. Upon release, the title became the largest launch in Bethesda’s history, surpassing 10 million players despite a highly competitive landscape featuring major RPG rivals. This achievement was supported by a substantial $21.2 million advertising investment, which ranked second in the RPG category for the year. A significant portion of this budget—over one-third—was allocated to Over-the-Top (OTT) advertising, signaling a shift toward high-impact streaming services. While the game achieved a favorable critical reception with a Metacritic score of 84, user sentiment remained polarized across Steam and Game Pass, and initial Twitch viewership saw a steady decline following the early-access period. The broader industry context for these findings is supported by digital marketing intelligence that tracks competitor spending, creative messaging, and regional targeting. By analyzing spend patterns across social and digital platforms, the data illustrates how major publishers are increasingly moving away from centralized video platforms toward fragmented, high-engagement social media and streaming services to capture audience attention in a crowded marketplace. This analysis covers the primary 2021 to 2023 launch window, focusing on the global RPG segment and the shifting dynamics of digital ad distribution.

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Sensor TowerJan 2025

Report

State of Gaming & Influencer Marketing 2025

The global gaming industry has entered a period of stabilization, with 2024 revenues reaching $187.7 billion and a projected player base of 4 billion by 2027. While mobile gaming remains the dominant sector, accounting for nearly half of all revenue at $92.6 billion, the market is undergoing a structural shift. PC gaming has emerged as a primary growth driver, evidenced by Steam’s record $10.8 billion revenue in 2024 and a historic surge in indie game sales, which surpassed AA and AAA titles for the first time. This evolution is supported by a transition toward hybrid monetization, cross-platform experiences, and a hardware market projected to reach $120 billion by 2028. Influencer marketing has become an indispensable pillar of this ecosystem, with spending expected to hit $32.55 billion by 2025. The landscape is moving away from raw traffic metrics toward "influence quality," where authentic storytelling and niche engagement take precedence over total follower counts. Nano-influencers, particularly on platforms like TikTok and Twitch, are achieving engagement rates exceeding 10%, significantly outperforming larger creators. While Instagram remains the preferred platform for 90% of brand partnerships, the rise of AI-driven optimization and virtual influencers is reshaping how content is produced and consumed across YouTube and emerging platforms like Kick. Successful game launches now rely on sophisticated, multi-platform influencer funnels that utilize early access marathons and Twitch Drops to convert awareness into long-term community advocacy. As social commerce expands globally, particularly following its success in Asian markets, the industry is prioritizing long-term strategic planning over short-term user acquisition. The integration of AI tools, augmented reality, and direct-shopping features indicates a future where gaming and creator content are inextricably linked, requiring brands to adopt agile, data-driven strategies to maintain loyalty in an increasingly fragmented global market.

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AAA AgencyJan 2025

Report

The State of AAA Game Advertising

The 2023 AAA gaming landscape was characterized by a massive surge in advertising investment, with major launches accounting for 50% of top ad spend compared to just 20% the previous year. This $600 million US PC and console market remains anchored by YouTube, though media mixes are rapidly diversifying into Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, and Over-the-Top (OTT) platforms. Industry leaders Activision Blizzard and Microsoft dominated the year’s expenditures, driven by high-profile releases such as Hogwarts Legacy and Diablo IV. These titles utilized distinct strategies, with Hogwarts Legacy leading in total spend while Diablo IV leveraged high-volume video content and platform-exclusive branding to generate $666 million in sales within five days. Marketing tactics for top-tier titles increasingly favor short-form video content and strategic brand partnerships. Starfield achieved significant commercial success by positioning itself as a high-quality Bethesda legacy title through 15-second ads and collaborations with mainstream retailers like Target. In contrast, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III pivoted toward esports influencers and condensed campaign cycles to maintain its position as the year’s second best-selling title despite declining critical reception. These shifts indicate a broader trend where publishers prioritize transmedia synergy and existing intellectual property, as seen in the Fallout franchise’s sixfold download surge following its television adaptation. While massive budgets and cross-platform collaborations like Fortnite’s various IP integrations define the high end of the market, 2023 also highlighted the power of organic growth. Titles such as Baldur’s Gate 3 and Lethal Company demonstrated that high-quality gameplay and viral community engagement can secure massive player bases with minimal traditional advertising. Ultimately, the industry is bifurcating between aggressive, live-service monetization supported by heavy OTT and social media spend, and community-driven successes that rely on word-of-mouth and critical acclaim rather than traditional marketing blitzes.

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Sensor TowerJan 2025

Report

Top Game Creators Academy: Tokyo Game Show 2025 Exhibition

Top Game Creators Academy (TGCA) is being introduced to the public for the first time at the Tokyo Game Show 2025, where it will occupy Hall 10’s organizer’s corner. The initiative, run by the Computer Entertainment Association in partnership with the Agency for Cultural Affairs and the Japan Arts & Culture Promotion Agency, aims to accelerate the development of next‑generation game creators by pairing them with active industry advisors and providing exposure through domestic and international events. The exhibition showcases ten emerging developers, each presenting a work‑in‑progress title ranging from an online cooperative 3D jump‑action (IN HARNESS) to a 2D puzzle platformer (Out of Skull), a collaborative “game‑making relay” (カラクリリレー!), a first‑person horror action (Ghost in the brain), a formula‑driven shooter (CYBER JANITOR), a rhythm‑action experience (OVER BEATS MYSELF), an exploratory RPG (Recover from Ruin), a 2D stealth‑action novel (Near The Sun), and a competitive typing‑board hybrid (NyctoType). All projects remain under development and may evolve before final release. The program, launched in April 2025, is structured as a two‑year pipeline in which creators receive ongoing mentorship and are encouraged to gather visitor impressions as direct feedback for iterative improvement. Although no quantitative metrics are provided, the breadth of genres and innovative mechanics underscores TGCA’s commitment to diversifying Japan’s game development talent pool and facilitating global market entry. The announcement concludes with a call for attendees to submit their reactions, positioning audience interaction as a core component of the creators’ growth trajectory.

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CESA – Computer Entertainment Supplier's AssociationJan 2025

Report

PC & Console Year in Review 2025

Alinea Analytics provides a comprehensive review of the PC and console gaming market for 2025, offering data-driven insights into player behavior, revenue trends, and regional growth. The analysis highlights a year defined by the continued rise of indie and "Triple-I" titles, which accounted for over 25% of Steam’s revenue. Major success stories like RimWorld’s Odyssey DLC, which earned $10 million to date, and the rapid development of viral hits like RV There Yet? underscore a market where high return on investment is increasingly decoupled from massive studio sizes. Geographically, the report identifies China as a dominant force, ranking as the top market for Steam and the fifth for PlayStation. This surge is attributed to the momentum of titles like Black Myth: Wukong, with Chinese players making up a significant percentage of the audience for games such as Escape from Duckov and Monster Hunter Wilds. In Europe, the Swedish development scene saw a massive year, capturing significant market share through titles like R.E.P.O. and Split Fiction. Technical and genre trends show Unreal Engine maintaining its position as the industry standard for AA and AAA development, while Unity remains the backbone for indie successes. Co-op games emerged as a primary revenue driver, representing 11 of the top 20 highest-grossing titles. While adventure and RPGs remain popular, "cute" and "realistic" tags saw the highest year-over-year revenue growth. The data also notes a shift in marketing dynamics: while wishlist campaigns are now standard—requiring nearly 200,000 wishlists to break the top 200 most-anticipated list—conversion rates have declined, placing greater emphasis on post-launch player reception and "shadow drops" for viral success.

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Alinea AnalyticsJan 2025

Report

The State of AAA Game Advertising: A Look Back on the Biggest Launches and Trends of the Past Year

The 2023 PC and console gaming landscape was defined by a strategic pivot toward new title launches, which commanded 50% of top advertising expenditures compared to only 20% the previous year. While established live-service giants like Fortnite maintained the highest individual ad spend at $57 million, new AAA releases such as Hogwarts Legacy and Diablo IV dominated the market through concentrated, multi-platform campaigns. Marketing budgets increasingly diversified across a broader media mix; although YouTube remained the primary channel with 35% of spend, platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Over-the-Top services captured significant market share by utilizing short-form video content to drive engagement. Success in the AAA sector relied on distinct promotional philosophies tailored to specific business models. Diablo IV leveraged a live-service framework and extensive open betas to generate $666 million in five days, while Starfield utilized its inclusion in Xbox Game Pass to balance traditional sales with subscription-based accessibility. Marketing tactics for these titles ranged from long-term anticipation building to high-frequency social media accolades. Conversely, franchises facing critical headwinds, such as Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III, shifted their focus from celebrity-driven advertisements to influencer-led content and innovative cross-media partnerships with film and music icons to sustain momentum despite declining initial sales. The industry also witnessed the growing power of transmedia synergy and organic virality. The Fallout television series demonstrated the potential of cross-media adaptations by triggering a sixfold increase in mobile downloads and renewed interest in the legacy franchise. Similarly, Honkai: Star Rail illustrated how mobile-first spending can successfully drive multi-platform engagement. However, the emergence of titles like Lethal Company and PalWorld proved that traditional high-budget marketing is not the only path to success, as viral gameplay and creator-driven interest can achieve millions of sales with minimal advertising investment. This evolution highlights a market where massive corporate spending and organic digital trends coexist as primary drivers of commercial performance.

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Sensor TowerJan 2025

Report

2025 eSports Player Rankings: By Game and Earnings in Korea

South Korea’s professional gaming landscape is characterized by a title-centered evaluation system where prize earnings are highly concentrated among elite players. Analysis of the country’s top eSports competitors across five major PC-based titles—League of Legends, StarCraft II, Valorant, Overwatch 2, and PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds (PUBG)—reveals significant disparities in cumulative wealth based on the longevity and global scale of each game’s competitive scene. League of Legends remains a dominant sector, with Lee Sang-hyeok (Faker) leading all players with approximately $1.88 million in prize money as of July 2025. This exceeds the top earners in other disciplines, such as Cho Sung-choo (Maru) in StarCraft II, who earned $1.39 million, and Park Jung-young (Loki) in PUBG, who secured $1.25 million. In contrast, newer or more recently transitioned titles like Overwatch 2 and Valorant show lower cumulative earnings, with top players Choi Tae-min (MER1T) and Kim Jong-min (Lakia) earning $375,450 and $164,980 respectively. The data, sourced from eSports Earnings and compiled by the Korea Creative Content Agency, utilizes a longitudinal methodology tracking performance from as early as 2010 through mid-2025. While the rankings for League of Legends, StarCraft II, and Valorant reflect 2025 figures, the data for Overwatch 2 and PUBG is current through late 2024. This segmentation highlights a fragmented domestic performance structure where success is measured by game-specific milestones rather than a unified national ranking. The findings underscore a mature market where established titles continue to provide the highest financial returns for top-tier professional talent.

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KOCCA – Korea Creative Content AgencyJan 2025

Financial

NEOWIZ Q3 2024 Earnings Results Presentation

The report presents NEOWIZ’s financial performance for the third quarter of 2024, emphasizing revenue composition, expense trends, and strategic initiatives. Overall revenue reached KRW 93.1 billion, marking a 20.7 % year‑over‑year decline yet a 7.0 % quarter‑over‑quarter increase. PC/Console sales fell sharply, down 33.1 % YoY to KRW 36.9 billion, while mobile revenue grew 19.7 % QoQ to KRW 45.7 billion, driven by seasonal events and the launch of “The Legend of Heroes: Gagharv Trilogy.” Non‑gaming income contributed KRW 10.6 billion, up 11.7 % YoY but down 9.2 % QoQ due to reduced advertising earnings from subsidiary TNK FACTORY. Operating expenses totaled KRW 86.7 billion, a 10.9 % YoY reduction but a 5.4 % rise QoQ. Labor costs fell modestly, whereas variable costs rose 14.3 % QoQ because of higher platform commissions on new mobile titles, and marketing outlays increased 26.0 % QoQ to support the trilogy launch. The company recorded an operating profit of KRW 6.5 billion but posted a net loss of KRW 1.4 billion, reflecting elevated financial expenses and a modest decline in other income. Geographically, revenue was split roughly 40 % domestic and 60 % international, with the strongest contributions from Asian and European markets. The quarter’s financial statements cover the period ending November 2024 and are prepared under consolidated K‑IFRS standards. A notable strategic development was the signing of a global publishing agreement with Polish studio Zakazane, aimed at expanding NEOWIZ’s PC/Console portfolio and strengthening narrative‑driven IP. The data set draws from internal accounting records and reflects the company’s consolidated financial position, assets, liabilities, and equity as of the reporting date.

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NeowizNov 2024

Report

Gaming Industry Report: Q3 2024

• 2024 market size: $188bn (+2.1% YoY) Total gamers in 2024 by region (millions): • Public markets: leading public gaming ETFs up 22- • 36% YTD (vs S&P 500 = 21%) Middle East & Africa Venture funding in Q3‘ 24: $517m across 92 deals 559 (funding +1% QoQ, number of deals -14% QoQ) (16%) • Epic sidesteps Apple in the EU, sues Google Europe (454 3,422m • Discord launches Activities ...

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KonvoyOct 2024

Legal

Raport Sprzedażowy Gry „Frostpunk 2”

The commercial performance of Frostpunk 2 reached a significant financial milestone within its first few days of release, with total sales exceeding 350,000 units by the morning of September 23, 2024. This rapid market adoption ensured that the estimated total revenues generated by the title have already surpassed the cumulative costs incurred for both production and marketing. Consequently, the project achieved a break-even point almost immediately following its global launch, marking a successful initial deployment for the developer. The financial assessment of this performance incorporates several distinct revenue streams beyond direct consumer sales. These figures include deferred payments resulting from a licensing agreement with Microsoft to provide the title via the Game Pass subscription service. Furthermore, the revenue calculations account for the Deluxe edition of the game, though a portion of those specific earnings related to future downloadable content will be formally recognized only upon the release of those expansions. This data reflects the global performance of the title across all digital distribution platforms during its launch window in September 2024. By achieving profitability so quickly, the title demonstrates strong brand equity and effective pre-launch marketing strategies. The results underscore the commercial viability of the survival-city builder genre and establish a solid financial foundation for the continued support and expansion of the franchise through its planned post-launch roadmap.

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11 bit studiosSept 2024

Report

Console/PC Games Investment Report September 2024

The analysis presents a comprehensive review of investment and merger‑and‑acquisition activity within the console and PC video‑game sector for the 2023 fiscal year, positioning 2023 as an outlier driven primarily by Microsoft’s $68.7 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard. Total deal value reached $69.5 billion across 200 transactions, a 612 % increase in value yet a 25 % decline in transaction count compared with 2022, and twice the combined value of the preceding five‑year period (2018‑2022). Investment volume fell to $627.8 million across 161 deals, while M&A volume surged to $68.8 billion in 39 deals, accounting for more than 99 % of North American M&A value. IPO activity contracted sharply, with six offerings generating $46 million in market capitalisation, down 85 % from the prior year. Geographically, North America and Europe dominated private investment, contributing $184.7 million (29 % of volume) and $358.8 million (57 % of volume) respectively, while Australia and New Zealand saw limited activity aside from a government grant program. Investors favored micro‑studios (median six employees), whereas acquirers targeted slightly larger teams (median 39 employees). Blockchain‑related deals comprised 15 % of investment value but only 13 % of transaction count, highlighted by Mythic Protocol’s $6.5 million seed round. Methodologically, the review counts only closed transactions, excluding announced deals, and treats SPAC proceeds as the investment amount rather than post‑transaction valuation. Data are drawn from a proprietary, sixteen‑year‑old database that tracks Western‑focused game‑industry deals across development, publishing, and technology, ensuring consistency and comparability across quarters. The findings underscore a market concentrated around a few mega‑deals, with modest activity elsewhere and a clear shift toward larger, strategic acquisitions.

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DDMSept 2024

Financial

Console/PC Games Investment Report 2024

Investment activity within the console and PC gaming sectors throughout 2023 reveals a strategic focus on early-stage developers, artificial intelligence integration, and blockchain-enabled platforms. Venture capital firms and strategic corporate investors prioritized studios capable of delivering high-fidelity experiences or innovative user-generated content tools. Andreessen Horowitz emerged as a leading contributor, deploying $82 million across various rounds, highlighted by a $55 million Series A investment in The Believer Company. This trend underscores a broader industry movement toward backing unproven but high-potential studios during their foundational stages. The funding landscape also highlights the significant role of strategic industry players like KRAFTON and specialized funds such as Makers Fund. KRAFTON’s involvement included a notable $30.7 million post-IPO equity injection into People Can Fly, while Makers Fund distributed $22.5 million across multiple early-stage ventures including Noodle Cat Games and World Makers. These investments suggest a dual interest in established mid-tier developers and lean, agile startups focusing on niche PC markets. Blockchain and Web3 gaming remained a resilient segment for capital allocation, particularly through investors like Merit Circle and Polygon. These firms concentrated on seed-stage rounds for developers such as Farcana, which secured $10 million, and Delabs Games. The data indicates that while the broader market faced economic headwinds, specialized sectors involving AI-driven development and decentralized gaming infrastructure continued to attract tens of millions of dollars in capital. Overall, the 2023 investment cycle was defined by a preference for Series A and Seed rounds, signaling a long-term bet on the next generation of console and PC intellectual property.

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DDMSept 2024

Report

Global Games Market Report 2024

The global games market is entering a period of measured expansion, with total revenue projected to reach $187.7 billion in 2024, representing a 2.1% year-on-year increase. This growth is supported by a global player base that has expanded to 3.42 billion individuals. While mobile gaming maintains its position as the primary revenue contributor at $92.6 billion, the PC segment currently serves as the fastest-growing sector. Conversely, console revenues face a minor contraction of 1.0% in the short term, though the broader market is expected to maintain a 3.1% compound annual growth rate through 2027, ultimately reaching a valuation of $213.3 billion. Industry dynamics are currently defined by significant consolidation and a focus on risk mitigation. As development costs rise and market saturation intensifies, studios are increasingly prioritizing established intellectual property and transmedia strategies over the development of new, high-risk AAA titles. This shift is accompanied by a strategic emphasis on cross-platform accessibility and the integration of user-generated content to sustain player engagement. Furthermore, the industry is navigating a plateau in global playtime since 2021, necessitating a greater reliance on data-driven discounting and live-service optimization to maintain retention. Looking ahead, the market is heavily influenced by the gaming habits of Gen Alpha and Gen Z, whose high participation rates are shaping long-term development priorities. Emerging markets continue to serve as vital growth engines, while the integration of generative AI and the evolution of VR represent critical technological frontiers. To remain competitive, developers and publishers are increasingly leveraging sophisticated market forecasting and audience profiling to refine monetization strategies and navigate the complexities of a maturing, cross-platform ecosystem.

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NewzooAug 2024

Legal

Ustalenie Daty Premiery Gry „Creatures of Ava” na 7 Sierpnia 2024 Roku

The management of 11 bit studios S.A. has officially scheduled the global release of Creatures of Ava for August 7, 2024. This launch targets both PC users and owners of the Xbox Series X/S console. The title represents a collaborative publishing effort, as the game was developed by the Spanish studios Inverge and Chibig. This announcement serves as a formal regulatory disclosure regarding confidential information under European market abuse regulations, signaling a finalized production and marketing timeline for the upcoming title. The distribution strategy for the game focuses on a digital-first approach across major global gaming marketplaces. Availability is confirmed for Steam, the Epic Games Store, GOG, and the Xbox Store. Furthermore, the release includes a day-one launch on subscription services, specifically PC Game Pass and Xbox Game Pass for consoles. This move indicates a strategic effort to maximize immediate player accessibility and reach a broad audience across the Microsoft ecosystem and various PC storefronts simultaneously. The scope of this announcement is global in nature, though it originates from the company’s headquarters in Warsaw. By securing a mid-summer release date and multi-platform availability, the publisher aims to establish a strong market presence for the new intellectual property. The involvement of two distinct development studios and the commitment to major subscription platforms suggest a significant scale for the project within the publisher's current portfolio for the 2024 fiscal year.

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11 bit studiosJun 2024

Legal

Change of Release Date of Game "Frostpunk 2" to September 20, 2024

The management board of 11 bit studios has officially rescheduled the global PC launch of Frostpunk 2 to September 20, 2024. This strategic postponement from the previously announced timeline is intended to provide additional development time for further refinement. By prioritizing game polish, the studio aims to maximize the title's commercial performance and long-term sales potential upon release. This decision reflects a commitment to quality control as a primary driver for market success in the competitive survival-city builder genre. The scope of this release covers a worldwide digital distribution strategy across major PC platforms, including Steam, GOG, and the Epic Games Store. Furthermore, the title will be available on Microsoft’s PC Game Pass service starting on day one. While the immediate focus remains on the Windows platform, the studio has confirmed future availability for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles, including integration with the Xbox Game Pass ecosystem. Financial details for the launch indicate a tiered pricing structure designed for global markets. The standard edition is set at 44.99 USD/EUR or 159.99 PLN, while the Deluxe Edition is priced at 74.99 USD/EUR or 259.99 PLN. This regulatory announcement, issued from Warsaw, serves as a formal update to the company's release roadmap and underscores the studio's tactical approach to managing high-profile intellectual properties within the global gaming industry.

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11 bit studiosJun 2024

Legal

Zmiana Daty Premiery Gry „INDIKA” na 2 Maja 2024 Roku

The management of 11 bit studios S.A. has officially rescheduled the global release date for the narrative-driven adventure title Indika to May 2, 2024. This update specifically concerns the digital PC version of the game, which will be distributed through major international storefronts including Steam and GOG. While the PC launch is prioritized for the beginning of the month, the console versions for Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5 are slated for release later in May 2024. Developed by the Kazakhstan-based studio Odd Meter and published by 11 bit studios, Indika is set in an alternative version of 19th-century Russia. The project is characterized by its heavy emphasis on storytelling and atmospheric world-building. Beyond its commercial objectives, the title carries a social impact component, as a portion of the revenue generated from sales will be allocated to support children who have been affected by the ongoing war in Ukraine. This strategic timing adjustment follows previous communications regarding the game's launch window and reflects the publisher's coordination of a multi-platform rollout within the second quarter of 2024. The announcement serves as a formal disclosure of inside information under European market abuse regulations, ensuring transparency for stakeholders regarding the company’s publishing pipeline and anticipated revenue streams for the current fiscal period.

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11 bit studiosApr 2024