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Raport Bieżący Nr 47/2025: Rozpoczęcie przez PCF Group S.A. Negocjacji w Przedmiocie Zawarcia Umowy Współpracy

PCF Group S.A. has officially entered into formal negotiations regarding a new service agreement and statement of work with a prominent, unnamed publisher. This development follows the receipt of a formal proposal on December 20, 2025, which the company analyzed before committing to the negotiation process on December 23, 2025. The potential partnership centers on the development of a new video game title, structured under a work-for-hire model where the company will act as the developer in exchange for agreed-upon compensation. The decision to pursue this collaboration aligns with the company’s long-term strategic goals, specifically the updated corporate strategy announced in January 2023. This strategy explicitly prioritizes the pursuit of high-quality work-for-hire opportunities with reputable industry partners to diversify revenue streams and leverage internal development capabilities. The terms currently under discussion are consistent with standard service agreements typical for large-scale game development projects within the global interactive entertainment industry. While the initiation of these talks marks a significant step toward securing a new project, the company emphasizes that the negotiations do not guarantee a final binding agreement. The outcome remains subject to the successful conclusion of discussions between the parties. Further updates regarding the status of the contract will be disclosed to the public once a definitive agreement is reached or if the negotiations are terminated.

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Current Report No. 46/2025: Satisfaction of the Condition Precedent in the Agreement with Square Enix Limited

PCF Group S.A. has successfully satisfied the condition precedent established in its November 2025 agreement with Square Enix Limited regarding the development of project Gemini. By delivering and receiving formal verification of the required closing kit, the company has triggered the final legal and financial provisions governing the termination of its partnership with the London-based publisher. This milestone marks the formal conclusion of the collaborative development phase for the project. The fulfillment of these conditions results in the immediate dissolution of two primary production and publishing agreements: the August 2020 contract concerning project Gemini and the February 2016 contract concerning project Madness. Both parties have committed to finalizing all outstanding financial settlements for project Gemini according to a pre-established schedule. Furthermore, the agreement includes a mutual waiver of all potential claims arising from the historical cooperation between the two entities. This development effectively concludes the formal business relationship between PCF Group and Square Enix regarding these specific titles. The resolution provides a clear path for final accounting and the cessation of contractual obligations, allowing both parties to move forward without the burden of ongoing litigation or unresolved claims related to their previous development efforts.

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PCF Group

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Consolidated Financial Results for the Nine Months Ended December 31, 2017

Consolidated financial results for mixi, Inc. cover the nine‑month period from April 1 to December 31 2017, with a forecast for the full fiscal year ending March 31 2018. Net sales declined 5.3 % to ¥135,436 million, operating income fell 15.3 % to ¥47,858 million, and profit attributable to owners of the parent dropped 35.3 % to ¥25,126 million. Comprehensive income for the period was ¥25,115 million, a 35.3 % decrease from the prior year’s ¥38,790 million. Earnings per share fell to ¥320.33 (basic) and ¥319.61 (diluted). Total assets remained stable at ¥176,315 million, while net equity rose to ¥153,791 million, giving an equity ratio of 86.9 %. The company’s dividend policy remained unchanged; no dividends were declared for the fiscal year ending March 31 2018, and a forecasted dividend of ¥64.00 million per share was announced for the second quarter. Segment analysis shows the Media Platform Business generating ¥124,559 million in net sales and a segment profit of ¥51,774 million after adjustments. The Entertainment Platform Business contributed ¥10,876 million in sales and ¥1,976 million profit. A significant impairment of ¥131 million was recorded for the Ticket Camp service, and goodwill in the Media segment was fully amortized at ¥7,597 million. Treasury share repurchases reduced treasury holdings to 229,300 shares by year‑end. Methodologically, the report follows Japanese GAAP, includes no changes in accounting policies or estimates, and relies on consolidated financial statements with a cumulative nine‑month view. The forecast for the full year projects net sales of ¥200,000 million and operating income of ¥70,000 million, representing declines of 3.5 % and 21.4 %, respectively, relative to the prior year.

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mixi

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Raport Bieżący Nr 44/2025: Zawarcie Warunkowego Porozumienia ze Spółką Square Enix Limited

PCF Group S.A. has entered into a conditional agreement with Square Enix Limited to finalize the financial settlement of the Gemini project and formally terminate existing development and publishing partnerships. This agreement marks the conclusion of two long-standing collaborations, specifically the 2020 production-publishing contract for the Gemini project and the 2016 agreement concerning the Madness project. As part of this settlement, both parties have agreed to waive all potential claims arising from their previous professional relationship. The effectiveness of this agreement is subject to a specific condition precedent involving the transfer of technical assets. PCF Group is required to deliver a comprehensive closing kit containing all development materials related to the Gemini project within 30 days of the agreement date. Square Enix Limited then has a subsequent 30-day window to verify and accept these materials. Should the publisher fail to respond or formally reject the contents of the closing kit, the agreement will expire, and the stipulated legal consequences, including the termination of the contracts and the waiver of claims, will not take effect. This development represents a strategic shift in the operational relationship between the Warsaw-based developer and the London-based publisher. By resolving these outstanding project obligations, the parties aim to clear the path for future independence or alternative partnerships. The company intends to provide further updates as the verification process for the closing kit progresses and the final status of the agreement is confirmed.

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PCF Group

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Raport Bieżący Nr 58/2023: Podjęcie Strategicznych Rozmów na Temat Projektu Gemini

The report announces that PCF Group S.A.’s board has entered strategic discussions with long‑time publisher Square Enix Limited regarding the shape of the “Project Gemini” game and the terms of cooperation for a hire‑model project to be developed in Europe. Current work on Project Gemini continues under the existing contractual framework, but board members assess a high probability that future execution of the project will not follow the present commercial terms. The negotiations have yet to determine a definitive direction or scope for potential changes in collaboration. Simultaneously, the board is conducting an impact analysis of various scenarios emerging from these talks on the Group’s development plans, aligned with the updated strategy released in the January 2023 current report. Findings on the outcomes of the Project Gemini discussions and any subsequent adjustments to development plans will be communicated in separate future current reports. The document serves as a status update on ongoing negotiations and internal strategic assessment, with no quantitative data or statistical findings presented.

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PCF Group

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Raport Bieżący Nr 2/2025: Wycofanie się PCF Group S.A. z działalności wydawniczej gier VR

PCF Group S.A. has officially announced a strategic shift away from the virtual reality (VR) gaming publishing sector. This decision follows a comprehensive internal analysis of the group’s current market position and broader industry trends. The primary catalyst for this withdrawal is a significant decline in investment from major VR platform holders, which has diminished the commercial viability and growth prospects of the VR segment. Consequently, the company will cease all business development and competency building related to VR publishing, effectively narrowing its operational focus. The transition concludes with the finalization of Project Bison, the last VR title to be published by the company. Under revised terms with its subsidiary, Incuvo S.A., the final stages of Project Bison are scheduled for completion and release in the fourth quarter of 2025. Incuvo will contribute to the remaining production budget in exchange for a capped share of future revenues generated by the game. Following this release, the company will no longer commission Incuvo for new VR development projects. Moving forward, the group will concentrate its resources exclusively on the production of AAA and compact-AAA video games for personal computers and consoles. This strategic realignment emphasizes a dual-track business model, encompassing both self-publishing initiatives and work-for-hire or co-development partnerships with external publishers. By exiting the VR market, the organization aims to streamline its operations and prioritize its core competencies in high-budget, traditional gaming platforms.

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PCF Group

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Raport Bieżący Nr 31/2024: Podjęcie Decyzji o Zawieszeniu Dalszych Prac nad Projektem Victoria

PCF Group S.A. has officially suspended all development and publishing activities related to Project Victoria, a title previously slated for an early access release in 2026. This decision follows the conclusion of a strategic review and stems directly from the company’s inability to secure the necessary capital to fund the project’s continued production and self-publishing requirements. The suspension is indefinite, as the company continues to seek external financing options that could potentially facilitate a future resumption of the project. The operational impact of this decision involves significant workforce restructuring within the dedicated development team. A portion of the staff will be placed on temporary layoff, a status that maintains the employment relationship for a legally defined period without the requirement for work or compensation, while the remainder of the team faces permanent redundancy. Furthermore, the established production and publishing schedule for the title has been formally abandoned. From a financial perspective, the company has identified the suspension as a trigger for potential impairment of capitalized development costs. In accordance with International Accounting Standard 36, management will conduct formal impairment testing based on financial data as of December 31, 2024. The results of these tests will be incorporated into the company’s annual financial statements for 2024. Future decisions regarding the project, including the possibility of permanent cancellation or eventual reactivation, remain contingent upon the success of ongoing efforts to secure adequate funding.

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PCF Group

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Current Report No. 30/2024: Decision to Reduce Development Team for Project Bifrost

PCF Group S.A. has initiated a significant restructuring of its development operations, specifically targeting the self-published title Project Bifrost. This decision follows the conclusion of a strategic review and stems from the company’s inability to secure the necessary capital to sustain the project’s original production budget and release schedule. Consequently, the previously established 2026 early access launch window is no longer viable. The restructuring involves a substantial reduction of the Project Bifrost development team, with affected personnel facing either temporary layoffs or permanent employment termination. Beyond the core project team, the company is also downsizing its publishing and support divisions to align operational capacity with its current financial resources. Furthermore, management has identified a potential impairment of capitalized expenditures related to Project Bifrost and will conduct formal impairment testing in accordance with International Accounting Standard 36, with results to be finalized during the 2024 year-end financial reporting process. Despite these internal challenges, the company is shifting its strategic focus toward its work-for-hire portfolio. Operations remain centered on ongoing collaborations with major industry partners, including Project Gemini with Square Enix, Project Maverick with Microsoft, and Project Echo with Krafton. The company continues to actively pursue new development contracts within this service-based model to stabilize its long-term financial position.

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PCF Group

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Current Report No. 20/2024: Decision to Discontinue Work on Project Red

PCF Group S.A. has officially terminated development of Project Red, a title previously intended for either external publishing or self-publishing. This strategic decision stems from the company’s inability to secure an external publishing partner and a lack of sufficient capital to sustain self-publishing efforts. Furthermore, the company has prioritized the allocation of its development resources toward a newly acquired project, designated as Project Echo, which necessitates the transfer of the team previously assigned to Project Red. The cancellation of Project Red carries significant financial implications for the company’s 2024 fiscal reporting. As of June 30, 2024, the company will record a 100% impairment charge on all capitalized expenditures related to the project. This accounting action will result in an estimated reduction of 8.85 million PLN in the company’s standalone financial results and fixed assets, while the consolidated financial results and fixed assets for the group will decrease by approximately 7.72 million PLN. These adjustments are classified as one-time, non-cash events and will not impact the company’s EBITDA. While these figures represent the current assessment of the financial impact, they remain subject to final auditor review and may be adjusted in the upcoming semi-annual financial statements. This shift in development focus reflects a broader realignment of the company’s portfolio, prioritizing projects with secured external funding over those requiring internal capital investment.

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PCF Group

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Raport Bieżący Nr 19/2024: Zawarcie Umowy Produkcyjno-Wydawniczej z Krafton Inc.

PCF Group S.A. has entered into a formal production and publishing agreement with the South Korean firm Krafton Inc. as of September 10, 2024. This partnership centers on the development of a new gameplay mode, currently identified by the codename Project Echo, intended for an existing video game title owned by Krafton. The collaboration is structured as a work-for-hire arrangement, wherein the developer provides services and production expertise in exchange for agreed-upon compensation from the publisher. The agreement functions as a master services framework, establishing the foundational legal and operational terms for the partnership. Specific project parameters, including detailed service descriptions, production timelines, and precise financial remuneration, will be defined through subsequent individual statements of work. The terms governing this engagement align with standard industry practices for international production and publishing contracts, ensuring a conventional approach to project management and intellectual property rights. This strategic move directly supports the long-term objectives outlined in the company’s updated corporate strategy from January 2023. By securing this contract, the developer continues to execute its stated goal of pursuing high-value collaborations with reputable global partners within the work-for-hire business model. This development reinforces the company’s commitment to diversifying its project portfolio while leveraging its technical capabilities to support established titles in the global gaming market.

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PCF Group

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Current Report No. 7/2024: Settlement of Bulletstorm VR Production Costs and Termination of Production-Publishing Agreement

PCF Group S.A. has finalized the financial settlement and contractual dissolution regarding the production of Bulletstorm VR. Following the game’s release on January 18, 2024, the publisher and its subsidiary, Incuvo S.A., reached an agreement to settle all remaining production milestones. As part of this financial reconciliation, PCF Group charged Incuvo 871,157.59 PLN to cover development and quality assurance costs incurred during the project’s lifecycle. The decision to terminate the production-publishing agreement, effective January 19, 2024, stems directly from the unsatisfactory commercial performance of the title upon its launch. Under the terms of this dissolution, Incuvo forfeits all rights to future royalty payments derived from the game’s sales. This restructuring effectively ends the original collaborative framework between the two entities regarding this specific intellectual property. Moving forward, PCF Group assumes full responsibility for the final product and its ongoing commercialization. While the company retains the option to utilize Incuvo’s resources for potential future development tasks, the publisher now maintains complete control over the title’s lifecycle. This shift in management strategy reflects a broader effort to mitigate the impact of the game’s poor market reception and consolidate oversight of the product’s future development and sales trajectory.

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PCF Group

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Partial Correction to FY2022 Third Quarter Consolidated Financial Results: Japanese GAAP

CyberAgent, Inc. issued a partial correction to its FY2022 third‑quarter consolidated financial results under Japanese GAAP, published on May 15 2025. The correction addresses numerical inaccuracies in the original July 27 2022 disclosure, with revised figures presented in full. Net sales for the cumulative third quarter rose 9.7 % year‑on‑year to ¥533,882 million, while operating income fell 29.1 % to ¥54,813 million and ordinary income declined 28.9 % to ¥55,180 million. Profit attributable to shareholders of parent decreased 39.8 % to ¥19,779 million, and comprehensive income attributable to shareholders fell 41.5 % to ¥29,006 million. Basic and diluted earnings per share dropped from ¥65.11/¥61.64 to ¥39.12/¥37.03, reflecting the lower earnings. Segment analysis shows media business revenue increased 36.2 % to ¥81,926 million but remained loss‑making at –¥10,315 million. Internet advertisement revenue grew 18.8 % to ¥283,878 million with a modest operating profit of ¥18,859 million. Game business sales fell 6.9 % to ¥173,551 million and operating income declined 29.4 % to ¥48,427 million. Investment development revenue dropped 45.1 % to ¥3,353 million, and other businesses saw a 23.1 % sales rise to ¥19,325 million but operating loss of –¥356 million. Total assets decreased by ¥8,804 million to ¥373,421 million, while net assets increased by ¥21,616 million to ¥215,409 million. The company maintained its FY2022 full‑year forecast of net sales ¥700,000 million and operating income ¥70,000 million. The correction does not alter the company’s dividend policy or forecast revisions.

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CyberAgent

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Quarterly Transition by Business Segment: Japan

The quarterly transition analysis for Japan’s business segments compares fiscal year 2020 to fiscal year 2021, presenting sales and operating profit figures in millions of yen. Media business sales increased from ¥57,098 m to ¥82,869 m, yet operating losses widened from –¥14.8 bn to –¥17.8 bn, reflecting a decline in operating margin from –31.4% to –15.7%. Game business sales rose sharply, reaching ¥262,751 m in FY2021 from ¥155,861 m in FY2020; operating profit grew to ¥96.7 bn, with a margin of 36.8% versus 19.7% in FY2020, driven by higher revenue in Q2 and Q3. Internet advertisement sales grew from ¥269,396 m to ¥321,313 m, with operating profit increasing to ¥23.1 bn and margin improving modestly from 6.1% to 7.2%. Investment development sales remained low, fluctuating around ¥4–5 bn, but operating profit swung dramatically from a 90.2% margin in Q1 FY2020 to –57.3% overall in FY2021, indicating volatility and significant adjustments. Other business sales increased from ¥19,599 m to ¥21,744 m, with operating profit modestly improving from ¥542 m to ¥104 bn and margin stabilizing near 2.5%. Adjustments and special incentives were recorded, with total adjustments of –¥27,481 m in FY2020 and –¥28,658 m in FY2021. Overall, the analysis covers Japan’s domestic market across five segments over two fiscal years, using quarterly sales and operating profit data to assess performance trends.

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CyberAgent

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FY2020 First Quarter Consolidated Financial Results: Japan GAAP

CyberAgent Inc. reported consolidated financial results for the first quarter of FY2020, ending September 30 2020. Net sales rose 4.4 % year‑on‑year to ¥115,681 million, driven by growth in the Internet advertising and media segments. Operating income increased 44.6 % to ¥7,733 million, and ordinary income grew 49.5 % to ¥7,724 million, reflecting higher advertising billings and a rebound in game revenue. Profit attributable to shareholders of the parent reached ¥1,456 million, an 58.9 % increase from the prior year’s ¥916 million. Total assets increased modestly to ¥226,195 million, with a slight rise in software and intangible assets. Net assets grew to ¥111,489 million, supported by gains on available‑for‑sale securities and a higher valuation difference. Shareholders’ equity remained stable at ¥74,015 million after accounting for capital surplus and retained earnings adjustments. Segment analysis shows the Internet advertising business contributed ¥67,322 million in sales with a 33.7 % operating income increase, while the media segment recorded ¥12,229 million in sales but incurred an operating loss of ¥5,050 million due to investment in AbemaTV. The game segment generated ¥35,251 million in sales with a 60.3 % operating income rise. Investment development and other businesses contributed modestly to overall results. The company maintained its FY2020 full‑year forecast unchanged, projecting net sales of ¥465,000 million and operating income of ¥28,000 million. No material changes in accounting policies or significant subsidiaries were reported for the period.

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CyberAgent

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Summary of Financial Results for Third Quarter of Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2024

KLab Inc. reported a third‑quarter operating loss of ¥1,113 million for FY2024, down 27.5% from the same period in FY2023, driven by a decline in managed titles and reduced revenue from its gaming portfolio. Revenue fell to ¥6,059 million, while cost of sales dropped 23% to ¥5,349 million due to lower licensing fees and broader cost‑control measures. Selling, general and administrative expenses decreased 15% to ¥1,823 million. The company’s operating loss widened from ¥731 million in FY2023 to ¥1,113 million, and ordinary loss increased from ¥454 million to ¥1,182 million. Net loss attributable to owners rose from ¥592 million to ¥1,757 million, with comprehensive income deteriorating to a loss of ¥1.47 billion. Total assets remained stable at ¥17.72 billion, with current assets slightly lower and non‑current assets higher due to a ¥825 million increase in software in progress. Net assets declined by ¥310 million, largely from a ¥1.77 billion drop in retained earnings; capital stock and reserves each rose by ¥723 million following the exercise of stock acquisition rights. Equity ratio held at 64.3%. The company disclosed no dividend for FY2024 and will not provide a fiscal‑year forecast due to uncertainty surrounding the global launch of EA SPORTS FC™ TACTICAL. KLab emphasized ongoing cost reductions, asset sales, and new title development to restore profitability, while maintaining liquidity through investment securities sales and institutional financing. The report covers Japan‑based operations for the first nine months of FY2024, with data presented in Japanese GAAP consolidated figures.

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KLab

Raport Bieżący Nr 47/2025: Rozpoczęcie przez PCF Group S.A. Negocjacji w Przedmiocie Zawarcia Umowy Współpracy

Current Report No. 46/2025: Satisfaction of the Condition Precedent in the Agreement with Square Enix Limited

Consolidated Financial Results for the Nine Months Ended December 31, 2017

Raport Bieżący Nr 44/2025: Zawarcie Warunkowego Porozumienia ze Spółką Square Enix Limited

Raport Bieżący Nr 58/2023: Podjęcie Strategicznych Rozmów na Temat Projektu Gemini

1Q FY2021 Presentation Material

Annual Report 2006

Raport Bieżący Nr 2/2025: Wycofanie się PCF Group S.A. z działalności wydawniczej gier VR

Raport Bieżący Nr 31/2024: Podjęcie Decyzji o Zawieszeniu Dalszych Prac nad Projektem Victoria

Current Report No. 30/2024: Decision to Reduce Development Team for Project Bifrost

Current Report No. 20/2024: Decision to Discontinue Work on Project Red

Raport Bieżący Nr 19/2024: Zawarcie Umowy Produkcyjno-Wydawniczej z Krafton Inc.

Current Report No. 7/2024: Settlement of Bulletstorm VR Production Costs and Termination of Production-Publishing Agreement

Integrated Report 2020

Partial Correction to FY2022 Third Quarter Consolidated Financial Results: Japanese GAAP

Quarterly Transition by Business Segment: Japan

FY2020 First Quarter Consolidated Financial Results: Japan GAAP

Summary of Financial Results for Third Quarter of Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2024

Integrated Report 2022

Bandai Namco Group Fact Book 2022