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Baromètre Annuel du Jeu Vidéo en France 2017

SYNDICAT NATIONAL DU JEUVIDEO DIGIWORLD X Une vidéo Pictanovo! a production, types d'aide : dedieau jeu ide paprojet, dgdi poes ades ! a egion Hauts-de 20.00€ rprojet. A4 frane lanait te f onds regional COUV Comit de lecture 16/02/18 2E DE May fone.con 1 503/18 Comnite de lecture21/09/18 B A R O M È T R E A N N U E L D U J E U V I D É O E N F R A N C E 08<sup>LE </...

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Syndicat National du Jeu VidéoFeb 2018

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Guide RGPD pour les Développeurs de Jeux Vidéo

Le Règlement général pour la protection des données (RGPD) constitue le texte de référence en matière de protection des données personnelles au sein de l’Union Européenne. Les principaux objectifs du RGPD sont d'accroître à la fois la protection des personnes concernées par un traitement de leurs données à caractère personnel et la responsabilisation des acteurs de ce traitement.

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reTeenmeepeJan 2018

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TIGA Genre Report 2016

Breakdown of platform releases Examples from different genres TIGA represents developers, digital publishers, service companies and education providers and is the trade association for the video games industry. Our core purpose is to strengthen the games development and digital publishing sector. We achieve this by campaigning for the industry in the corridors of power, championing the industry in the media and helping our members commercially.

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TIGAJan 2016

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How to Enable Digital Growth in Europe

HOW TO Game developer studios in Europe 4 What EGDF does 5 ENABLE Number of people working in game development 7 Turnover of the national game development ecosystems 9 DIGITAL The shorter the value chain, the more growth in Europe 10 Games are the driving force of the digital revolution 11 Content drives innovation 12 GROWTH Creative E...

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European Games Developer FederationJan 2016

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Annual Report 2014: 11 bit studios S.A.

I. PISMO ZARZĄDU ........................................................................................................3 II. WYBRANE JEDNOSTKOWE DANE FINANSOWE ZAWIERAJĄCE PODSTAWOWE POZYCJE ROCZNEGO SPRAWOZDANIA FINANSOWEGO WRAZ Z DANYMI PORÓWNYWALNYMI...........4 III. SPRAWOZDANIE FINANSOWE 11 BIT STUDIOS S.A. ZA ROK 2014 ...................................5 IV. SPRAWOZDANIE ZARZĄDU Z DZIAŁALNOŚCI SPÓŁKI W ROKU 2014. ............................. 40 V.

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11 bit studios

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Zawarcie umowy produkcyjno-wydawniczej z Incuvo S.A.

The report announces that on 13 December 2021 PCF Group S.A., a Warsaw‑based company, entered into a production and publishing agreement with Incuvo S.A. of Katowice. The contract focuses on adapting a title from the People Can Fly portfolio for all major virtual‑reality platforms, including code adjustments to meet VR hardware specifications. PCF Group will finance the entire VR production through milestone payments tied to key development stages, with contract terms aligned to market standards for similar agreements. Upon completion and launch of the VR game, Incuvo will receive royalties contingent on sales revenue that covers PCF Group’s production, marketing, and distribution costs; the royalty rate depends on the defined sales thresholds. The game’s release is targeted for late 2023. No special contractual clauses or penalty provisions deviate from common practice for this type of agreement, ensuring standard industry compliance.

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PCF Group

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Raport Bieżący Nr 13/2021: Przejęcie Zespołu Deweloperskiego Phosphor Games, LLC

The report details the acquisition of Phosphor Games’ development team by People Can Fly Chicago, LLC (PCF Chicago), a subsidiary of PCF Group S.A. The transaction occurred on 23 April 2021, with the new studio commencing operations on 1 May 2021. PCF Chicago secured an eighteen‑person team, including three founding members of Phosphor Games. Employment agreements were signed under PCF Group standards, incorporating a new bonus scheme, while confidentiality, non‑solicitation, and non‑compete clauses were enforced. Separation agreements terminated prior collaborations with Phosphor Games as of 30 April 2021. Liability protection was achieved through a joint indemnity commitment by Phosphor Games’ founders, shielding PCF Chicago and related entities from third‑party claims linked to former activities, including employment and tax obligations. Additionally, PCF Chicago assumed the lease of Phosphor Games’ Chicago office to serve as its headquarters. Financing for the acquisition was sourced from a loan granted on 31 March 2021 by People Can Fly U.S., LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of PCF Group. The scope covers the United States, specifically Chicago and New York, within the video‑game development sector. The report reflects a corporate restructuring aimed at consolidating talent and assets under the PCF Group umbrella, enhancing operational efficiency and expanding its North American presence.

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PCF Group

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Summary of Main Questions and Answers at the FY2017 3Q GREE Results Briefing

The briefing clarified GREE’s strategic focus on development efficiency, content readiness, and technology evolution. Development costs are primarily driven by the time required to build a title from scratch; reusing existing game engines shortens this period, reducing expenses. At launch, titles typically have two to three months of content prepared, a volume that has increased over the past few years. GREE highlighted several engine‑based projects—Memories of the Blue, Rara‑Magi, A Farewell to Arms, and Another Eden: The Cat Who Goes Beyond Time—emphasizing ongoing engine development for future releases. Genre classification follows a broad RPG umbrella, subdivided into 2D/3D and action categories; A Farewell to Arms exemplifies a 3D action RPG. Engine longevity is monitored against market trends; outdated engines are upgraded or replaced to maintain relevance. In virtual reality, GREE pursues two initiatives: a high‑end console VR arcade game and mobile VR experiences. Advertising and media efforts concentrate on video content, a rationale behind acquiring 3Minute to build internal expertise and expand related businesses. Regarding mobile gaming’s future, the company believes that replicating console‑quality experiences on smartphones will secure long‑term growth and user loyalty, prompting continued investment in enduring content.

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GREE

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Summary of Main Supplementary Explanations Questions and Answers: FY2021 Third Quarter GREE Results Briefing

The briefing outlines GREE’s strategic outlook for the remainder of FY2021 and beyond, focusing on its core Game business, profitability trajectory, investment income sustainability, and short‑term financial expectations. GREE anticipates a medium‑to‑long‑term sales uptrend driven by the release of new game titles in FY2022 and subsequent years, while simultaneously strengthening operational capabilities for existing titles. Profitability is expected to broaden through the creation of more profitable business structures and favorable contractual terms, aligned with a strategy centered on Game engine development, intellectual property acquisition, and global expansion. Investment income derives primarily from gains on venture‑capital partnerships in Japan and overseas, as well as the consolidation of previously unconsolidated subsidiary STRIVE Inc. The company notes that short‑term returns may fluctuate due to diversified investment portfolios, but medium‑to‑long‑term sustainability is projected. Planned allocation of these gains targets reinvestment in core businesses and shareholder returns. Financially, GREE projects operating income for the fourth quarter of FY2021 at approximately ¥1.0 billion, reflecting confidence in its current revenue streams and cost management. The briefing covers Japan’s domestic market with implications for global expansion, covering the period up to FY2021 and projecting into FY2022. Methodological details are limited, but the focus remains on strategic investment, operational efficiency, and incremental revenue growth.

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GREE

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Annual Report of 11 bit studios S.A.: 2023

ANNUAL REPORT OF 11 BIT STUDIOS S.A. FOR 2023 (all amounts in PLN unless stated otherwise) DEAR SHAREHOLDERS AND INVESTORS, Please be invited to read 11 bit studios S.A.’s 2023 This past year has brought significant achievements in both sales and game production. We launched a number of major titles that had been in development for some time.

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11 bit studios

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Raport Roczny 2011: 11 bit studios

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11 bit studios

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Summary of main supplementary explanations questions and answers at the FY2026 First Quarter GREE Holdings, Inc. results briefing held on November 6, 2025

GREE Holdings’ FY2026 first‑quarter briefing clarified strategic priorities across its game, VTuber, and investment divisions. The company emphasized a shift toward an in‑house development model for console titles while still leveraging external contractors to bridge current expertise gaps. In the mobile game segment, outside‑app payment methods have been fully deployed across all major titles and are contributing positively to profitability; the VTuber platform has similarly expanded its outside‑app transactions, boosting operating margins. The firm acknowledges a structural decline in earnings from new smartphone releases but plans to sustain revenue by focusing on long‑term engagement features and continuous hit title launches, particularly within the RPG genre. Market outlooks reveal a plateau in smartphone installs but growing potential through high‑value IP and outside‑app monetization. Console gaming is viewed as a long‑term investment, with an emphasis on cultivating enduring IP series. The VTuber market is still expanding globally, especially overseas, and the company projects full‑year profitability for its VTuber production arm by FY2027 as higher‑margin merchandise and live events offset earlier talent acquisition costs. Exit strategies for the investment business have shifted from IPOs to M&A, reflecting broader market conditions. Generative AI is being integrated across game development, VTuber content creation, and digital transformation services to enhance efficiency and service quality, though its direct earnings impact remains difficult to quantify. Overall, GREE aims to strengthen core competencies, diversify revenue streams, and adapt to evolving market dynamics while pursuing sustainable growth.

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GREE

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Semi-Annual Report of 11 bit studios S.A. for H1 2018

LETTER FROM THE MANAGEMENT BOARD LETTER FROM THE MANAGEMENT BOARD Dear Shareholders and Investors Dear Shareholders and Investors It is our great pleasure to present to you the half-year report of 11 bit studios S.A. for the first half of 2018. It was a Property, plant and equipment 3.9 715,168 814,332 very important period for our Company.

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11 bit studios

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ESG Fact Sheet: FY 2023/24

Embracer Group’s FY 2023/24 ESG Fact Sheet outlines the company’s sustainability framework, titled Smarter Business, which focuses on three core pillars: Great People, Solid Work, and Our Planet. Operating across more than 40 countries with 139 internal studios, the organization aims to integrate ethical governance and long-term value creation into its global operations. The company’s sustainability strategy is supported by 16 group policies and 12 guidelines, with oversight provided by the Audit and Sustainability Committee and an internal Ambassador Group. Key performance indicators for the 2022/23 financial year highlight both progress and areas for development. Within the Great People pillar, the company reported a 26% female representation rate and an employee satisfaction score (eNPS) of +29. To foster leadership diversity, the board has committed to doubling the number of female managing directors and studio heads by 2025. Regarding environmental impact, the company has conducted a comprehensive greenhouse gas inventory, reporting total emissions of 687,102 tCO2e. The firm has aligned its climate strategy with the Paris Agreement, targeting a 45% reduction in carbon emissions by 2030 compared to a 2021/22 baseline. The company utilizes a structured methodology for tracking progress, including annual global employee surveys and standardized sustainability due diligence during acquisitions. Furthermore, the organization actively participates in industry-wide initiatives such as the UN Global Compact, Women in Games, and PlayCreateGreen. By integrating these partnerships with internal training programs on privacy and ethics, the company seeks to manage operational risks while promoting digital well-being and accessibility across its portfolio of over 900 franchises.

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Embracer Group

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Modern Slavery Statement

Everplay, a global video game developer and publisher, maintains a firm commitment to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking across its operations and supply chains. Covering the financial year ending December 31, 2025, this statement fulfills the requirements of the Modern Slavery Act 2015. The organization operates with approximately 370 employees across the UK, Ireland, Germany, the USA, and Canada, maintaining a business model that relies primarily on intellectual property and digital services rather than physical manufacturing, which inherently limits its exposure to modern slavery risks. The company’s supply chain is primarily composed of third-party development partners, royalty recipients, and external service providers for localization and quality assurance. While the overall risk profile is considered low, the organization identifies quality assurance and localization as areas requiring heightened vigilance. To mitigate these risks, Everplay mandates that all new and renewing contracts include specific clauses requiring supplier compliance with the Act, granting the company the right to terminate agreements in the event of a breach. Governance of these efforts is overseen by the Audit Committee, which reports to the Board of Directors at least twice annually. The company utilizes a multi-layered approach to risk management, incorporating internal policies, annual risk register reviews, and an external third-party whistleblowing hotline to ensure transparency and accountability. To date, these measures have proven effective, with no reported incidents of modern slavery. Everplay continues to prioritize employee and stakeholder awareness through ongoing training and the integration of anti-slavery protocols into its broader corporate governance framework.

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Everplay

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Aktualizacja strategii PCF Group S.A.

PCF Group S.A. announced on 27 September 2021 that its board adopted an updated development strategy for the company and its capital group. The update builds on a prospectus approved by the Polish Financial Supervision Authority in November 2020 and introduces three key expansion directions. First, the group plans to broaden its game portfolio by adding AA titles that can be produced more quickly and at lower budgets while maintaining quality comparable to Triple‑A releases. Second, it aims to develop AAA and AA games in new genres beyond its current focus on shooters and action titles, incorporating RPG elements. Third, the strategy includes acquiring or partnering with new production teams or companies that operate in these newly targeted segments. The overarching objective is to position the group as one of the world’s leading independent development studios, with a target of releasing at least one new title annually from 2024 onward under either publisher collaboration or self‑publishing models. The update does not alter the existing strategic goals; it confirms the continued dual model of producing multiple Triple‑A games in partnership with major global publishers while expanding self‑publishing efforts for AAA titles based on existing or newly created intellectual property. The strategy therefore seeks to diversify genre offerings, streamline production pipelines for AA titles, and strengthen the group’s global competitive standing through both external partnerships and internal publishing capabilities.

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PCF Group

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CESA Game Industry Report 2025: Launch Seminar Report

The CESA Game Industry Report 2025 Launch Seminar, held in Tokyo on February 20, 2026, served as a platform to analyze the evolving landscape of the Japanese gaming sector. The event introduced the updated 2025 industry report, which features expanded data sets and enhanced international market research to better support the global expansion of Japanese firms. The seminar aimed to address industry needs for technical knowledge sharing, talent development, and cross-sector networking among corporate and academic stakeholders. Key findings highlight a significant shift toward the integration of generative AI, with approximately half of domestic game companies now utilizing these tools within their development pipelines. While internal production workflows show high adoption rates, industry experts noted a more cautious approach regarding AI-generated content visible to end-users. Legal discussions emphasized the importance of navigating copyright frameworks, specifically distinguishing between AI learning and generation phases, while balancing innovation with intellectual property risks. Government representatives from the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and the Agency for Cultural Affairs outlined strategic support for the content industry, targeting 20 trillion yen in overseas sales by 2033. Policy initiatives focus on multi-year funding, tax incentives, and robust talent development programs to ensure long-term competitiveness. Furthermore, legal experts underscored the increasing complexity of global regulatory environments, noting that Japanese companies must proactively manage diverse international requirements regarding data privacy, monetization, and rating systems. By synthesizing perspectives from government, legal, and development sectors, the seminar emphasized that strategic investment and regulatory compliance are essential for the sustainable growth of Japan’s gaming industry in a globalized market.

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CESA – Computer Entertainment Supplier's Association

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Interim Results: H1 FY26

Frontier Developments plc reported unaudited interim results for the six months to 30 November 2025, showing a 26 % increase in revenue to £59.6 million and a 76 % rise in adjusted operating profit to £9.7 million compared with the same period in 2024. The growth was driven primarily by the launch of Jurassic World Evolution 3, which contributed 90 % of total revenue in H1 FY26 and earned nominations at the Game Awards 2025 and BAFTA Games Awards 2026. Other titles such as Planet Zoo, Planet Coaster 2 and Elite Dangerous also performed strongly, with Planet Zoo becoming the Group’s highest‑grossing individual game. Cash profitability improved markedly; adjusted operating profit, which excludes non‑cash development capitalisation and includes tax and R&D credits, grew to £9.7 million from £5.5 million year‑on‑year. IFRS operating profit rose 73 % to £7.8 million. Gross margin fell to 64 % from 70 %, reflecting higher royalty‑bearing IP revenue. The Group’s cash balance increased to £40.1 million, up 47 % from the prior year, after a £10 million share buy‑back that raised earnings per share to 21.4 p. The Board upgraded FY26 guidance, now targeting revenue of approximately £100 million and adjusted operating profit of around £11 million, citing strong seasonal sales momentum. CEO Jonny Watts stepped down on 1 January 2026, succeeded by Jo Cooke, with Watts remaining as Executive Director until 31 May 2026 to ensure a smooth transition. The Group remains debt‑free, with no significant liabilities beyond lease obligations, and maintains a robust pipeline of CMS titles slated for release in FY27–FY28.

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Frontier Developments

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FY25 H1 Results: A Strong Turnaround

Frontier Developments plc reported a robust turnaround in its first half of FY25, with revenue of £47.3 million nearly matching the prior year’s £47.7 million and an adjusted EBITDA profit of £4.4 million, a swing from a £4.9 million loss in H1 FY24. Operating profit rose to £4.5 million from a £33.3 million loss, driven by significant cost reductions following an organisational review and the closure of Frontier Foundry. Cash reserves strengthened to £27.2 million at 30 November, rising to £30.5 million by 31 December after the November launch of Planet Coaster 2. Planet Coaster 2, released on 6 November, dominated the period by contributing 22% of total revenue and selling over 400,000 base‑game units across PC, PS5, and Xbox Series platforms within two months. The game’s launch reinforced the company’s CMS strategy, supported by strong sales of existing titles such as Planet Zoo and Jurassic World Evolution 2. Elite Dangerous also saw revenue growth through new story content, while F1® Manager 2024 added a fresh title to the portfolio. Cost efficiencies were evident: adjusted operating costs fell 25% to £28.5 million, R&D expenses dropped 21% to £19.5 million, and marketing and administrative costs declined 32%. Gross profit margin improved to 70% from 69%, reflecting a favourable revenue mix. The company maintains a positive outlook for FY25, citing continued momentum from the CMS lineup and upcoming releases. Management expressed confidence in sustaining profitability and capitalising on planned content updates, while acknowledging subscription deal timing as a variable factor. Overall, the interim results demonstrate that Frontier’s strategic reset and disciplined cost management have restored profitability and positioned the firm for continued growth in the competitive video‑game market.

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Frontier Developments

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Baromètre Annuel du Jeu Vidéo en France 2017

Guide RGPD pour les Développeurs de Jeux Vidéo

TIGA Genre Report 2016

How to Enable Digital Growth in Europe

Annual Report 2014: 11 bit studios S.A.

Zawarcie umowy produkcyjno-wydawniczej z Incuvo S.A.

Raport Bieżący Nr 13/2021: Przejęcie Zespołu Deweloperskiego Phosphor Games, LLC

Summary of Main Questions and Answers at the FY2017 3Q GREE Results Briefing

Summary of Main Supplementary Explanations Questions and Answers: FY2021 Third Quarter GREE Results Briefing

Consolidated Annual Report 2016: 11 bit studios

Annual Report of 11 bit studios S.A.: 2023

Raport Roczny 2011: 11 bit studios

Summary of main supplementary explanations questions and answers at the FY2026 First Quarter GREE Holdings, Inc. results briefing held on November 6, 2025

Semi-Annual Report of 11 bit studios S.A. for H1 2018

ESG Fact Sheet: FY 2023/24

Modern Slavery Statement

Aktualizacja strategii PCF Group S.A.

CESA Game Industry Report 2025: Launch Seminar Report

Interim Results: H1 FY26

FY25 H1 Results: A Strong Turnaround