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Raport z Przeglądu Skróconego Śródrocznego Sprawozdania Finansowego: PCF Group S.A. H1 2025

The independent auditor’s review of the condensed interim financial statements for PCF Group S.A. covers the first half of the 2025 fiscal year, specifically the period from January 1 to June 30, 2025. The review encompasses the statement of financial position, the statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income, the statement of changes in equity, and the statement of cash flows. Conducted by Grant Thornton Polska in accordance with International Standard on Review Engagements 2410, the assessment concludes that no material modifications are required for the financial statements to comply with International Accounting Standard 34 regarding interim financial reporting. While the auditor issued an unmodified conclusion, the findings highlight significant areas of financial uncertainty related to the company’s development pipeline and tax assets. A primary concern involves a valuation test for a cash-generating unit valued at 133.68 million PLN, which consists of capitalized development costs for a new game intended for self-publishing. The auditor notes substantial uncertainty regarding the cash flow projections for this project, particularly concerning potential deviations in sales volume following the game’s planned early access release. Further financial risk is identified regarding the realization of deferred tax assets totaling 52.66 million PLN. This uncertainty stems from the company’s current five-year tax result forecasts, which account for the inability to execute the corporate strategy in its previous form. These findings suggest a transitional or challenging period for the studio as it navigates shifts in its business model and the commercial performance of its internal development projects within the Polish and global gaming markets.

Grant ThorntonSept 2025

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Raport z Przeglądu Skróconego Śródrocznego Skonsolidowanego Sprawozdania Finansowego: 2025

The independent auditor’s review of the interim consolidated financial statements for PCF Group S.A. covers the first half of the 2025 fiscal year, ending June 30, 2025. Conducted by Grant Thornton Polska, the review evaluates the financial position, results, and cash flows of the Warsaw-based capital group. The assessment was performed in accordance with International Accounting Standard 34 and National Review Standard 2410, focusing on analytical procedures and inquiries rather than a full-scale audit. The findings indicate that the financial statements are prepared in all material respects according to established European Commission regulations. However, the analysis highlights two critical areas of financial uncertainty that do not modify the auditor’s final conclusion but warrant significant attention. First, there is a noted risk regarding the impairment testing of a cash-generating unit valued at 101.05 million PLN. This unit consists of capitalized development costs for a new game intended for self-publishing. The auditor emphasizes uncertainty regarding the underlying cash flow projections, specifically the potential for actual sales figures to deviate from forecasts following the game’s early access launch. Second, the review identifies uncertainty regarding the realization of deferred tax assets totaling 53.54 million PLN. This concern stems from the group’s current five-year tax result forecasts, which reflect an inability to execute the corporate strategy in its previous form. These points underscore a transitional or challenging period for the group’s development and publishing model. The review concludes that while the financial reporting is compliant, the group faces specific risks related to the commercial performance of its intellectual property and the long-term viability of its tax assets under a shifting strategic framework.

Grant ThorntonSept 2025

Skonsolidowany Raport Kwartalny za Trzeci Kwartał 2025 Roku

PCF Group experienced a period of significant financial and strategic transition during the first nine months of 2025. While consolidated revenues grew by 15.3% year-on-year to 152.1 million PLN, primarily driven by development fees from external partners, the Group recorded a substantial net loss of approximately 117 million PLN. This downturn was largely precipitated by 131.3 million PLN in non-cash impairment write-offs following the suspension of several internal projects and the underperformance of new releases. Total assets and equity saw marked declines as the Group navigated liquidity challenges resulting from a failed funding round in late 2024. The Group’s strategic pivot involves a move away from self-publishing and VR ventures toward a stable "work-for-hire" model for AAA and compact-AAA titles. High-profile collaborations with Sony, Microsoft, and Krafton, including work on Project Maverick (Gears of War: E-Day), now form the core of the business. This shift follows the termination of Project Gemini and Project Madness after a settlement with Square Enix, as well as the suspension of Project Bifrost due to financing constraints. Furthermore, the disappointing Early Access launch of Lost Rift (Project Victoria) led to a 92 million PLN write-down, representing 85% of the project's asset value. To stabilize its financial position, management implemented significant cost-cutting measures, including the layoff of over 110 employees and the phasing out of its VR publishing arm. Capital was bolstered through the issuance of 6.67 million Series H shares, raising approximately 20 million PLN. Despite a decrease in cash reserves to 35.1 million PLN by the end of September, the Group maintains a going-concern assumption for the upcoming year, supported by positive operating cash flow and a renewed focus on high-budget external development contracts.

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People Can Fly GroupSept 2025

PlayWay S.A. Articles of Association Amendment (August 2025)

The corporate governance structure of PlayWay S.A. underwent a formal adjustment following a resolution passed by the Management Board on August 29, 2025. This action primarily concerns an increase in the company’s share capital through the utilization of authorized capital. A critical component of this financial restructuring is the total exclusion of preemptive rights for existing shareholders, allowing the company to issue new shares directly to targeted investors or through specific capital-raising mechanisms. The revised Article 6 of the Articles of Association establishes the new share capital at 666,600.00 PLN. This capital is divided into 6,666,000 ordinary bearer shares, each maintaining a nominal value of 0.10 PLN. The issuance is categorized into ten distinct series, ranging from Series A through Series J. While the earlier series represent the bulk of the equity—specifically Series A and B at 1,500,000 shares each—the most recent Series J consists of 66,000 shares, representing the incremental growth resulting from this specific board resolution. Beyond the capital increase, the resolution mandates the dematerialization of the newly issued shares to ensure compliance with modern trading standards on the Polish capital market. This administrative shift aligns the company’s legal framework with its current financial status, providing a clear breakdown of the share series distribution. The scope of these changes is limited to the internal legal statutes of PlayWay S.A., a major player in the Polish game development and publishing sector, reflecting its ongoing strategy for capital management and corporate expansion in the mid-2025 period.

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PlayWayAug 2025

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Raport Bieżący Nr 35/ 2025

The notification serves to inform stakeholders of a revised disclosure concerning the ownership of a substantial share package in PCF Group S.A. issued under Article 70 (1) of the Public Offering Act of 29 July 2005. The correction, received on 29 August 2025, updates the filing previously submitted by Nationale‑Nederlanden Otwarty Fundusz Emerytalny, reflecting adjustments to both the percentage of capital held and the total number of voting rights attributable to the fund. The amendment follows the earlier current report numbered 33/2025 dated 28 August 2025, indicating that the board of PCF Group S.A., headquartered in Warsaw, continues to monitor and report changes in significant shareholdings in compliance with regulatory requirements. The corrected notice is attached as an annex to the present filing, providing the detailed figures of the revised stake. The scope of the disclosure is confined to the Polish market, specifically the corporate governance of PCF Group S.A., and pertains to the period up to the end of August 2025. No statistical analysis or broader industry comparison is presented; the focus remains on the legal and procedural aspects of the shareholding update. The board’s communication underscores its commitment to transparency and adherence to statutory obligations regarding the reporting of significant equity positions.

PCF GroupAug 2025

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Raport Bieżący ESPI Nr 12/2025

PlayWay S.A. has initiated a formal increase in share capital through the issuance of Series J ordinary bearer shares, a move executed by the Management Board under the authority of the company’s authorized capital provisions. This corporate action, finalized on August 29, 2025, serves as the primary mechanism for settling the 2024 fiscal year requirements of the Incentive Program for Management Board members. The issuance involves the creation of 66,000 new shares with a nominal value of 0.10 PLN each, resulting in a total capital increase of 6,600 PLN. The scope of this issuance is strictly limited to a private subscription directed toward a single individual, Krzysztof Kostowski, the President of the Management Board. Because the offer is restricted to one person, it does not constitute a public offering under European Union regulations, thereby exempting the company from the requirement to publish a formal prospectus. The issue price for these shares has been set at their nominal value of 0.10 PLN per share, in accordance with the specific terms established by the General Meeting of Shareholders in previous resolutions regarding the incentive scheme. This capital adjustment also necessitates a formal amendment to the company’s articles of association and the subsequent dematerialization of the new shares. The decision was made with the prior consent of the Supervisory Board, which approved the exclusion of pre-emptive rights for existing shareholders to facilitate the targeted issuance. This strategic move aligns the company’s executive compensation structure with its long-term incentive goals while maintaining compliance with the Polish Commercial Companies Code and market transparency requirements.

PlayWayAug 2025

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Uchwała Zarządu PlayWay: Protokół Zwyczajnego Walnego Zgromadzenia

This resolution from the Management Board of PlayWay S.A., dated August 29, 2025, formalizes a capital increase within the framework of authorized capital. The primary objective is the issuance of 66,000 Series J ordinary bearer shares to fulfill the company’s Incentive Program for Management Board members. This specific issuance is directed exclusively to Krzysztof Kostowski, the President of the Management Board, following the Supervisory Board's confirmation that the necessary performance criteria for the 2024 financial year were met. The capital increase raises the company’s share capital from 660,000.00 PLN to 666,600.00 PLN. Each Series J share has a nominal value and an issue price of 0.10 PLN, to be covered entirely by cash contributions. To facilitate this targeted issuance, the resolution explicitly excludes the pre-emptive rights of existing shareholders. Furthermore, the Board resolved to dematerialize these new shares and seek their admission to trading on the regulated market of the Warsaw Stock Exchange (GPW). The scope of the document covers corporate governance actions within the Polish gaming industry for the 2024-2025 period. The methodology follows legal requirements under the Polish Commercial Companies Code, specifically utilizing authorizations granted by the General Meeting in June 2024. The resolution concludes with a formal amendment to Paragraph 6 of the Company’s Articles of Association to reflect the new total of 6,666,000 shares. The decision was passed unanimously by the Management Board and recorded by a notary in Warsaw.

PlayWayAug 2025

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Zawiadomienie w Sprawie Stanu Posiadania Znacznego Pakietu Akcji: PCF Group S.A.

The filing serves to disclose a significant shareholding position held by Nationale‑Nederlanden Otwarty Fundusz Emerytalny in PCF Group S.A. and to report the impact of a statutory capital increase on that position. The notification, submitted by the authorized representative Aneta Stadnik, records that the pension fund owned 1 838 082 ordinary bearer shares, which before the change represented 5.11427 % of the company’s share capital and voting rights. On 22 August 2025 the Warsaw District Court entered an amendment to PCF Group’s articles of association, raising the authorized capital from PLN 718 805,42 to PLN 852 205,42 through the issuance of 6 670 000 new series H bearer shares with a nominal value of PLN 0,02 each. Because the pension fund did not acquire any of the newly issued shares, its absolute share count remained unchanged, while its relative ownership fell to 4.31371 % of both capital and voting power after the increase. The notification distinguishes between the pre‑change and post‑change holdings, confirming that the fund’s direct position stayed at 1 838 082 shares and that no privileged voting shares were held. The filing complies with Article 69 of the Polish Offer Act, indicating that the aggregate holding after the event does not trigger additional reporting obligations under Article 69b. The scope is limited to the Polish jurisdiction, covering a single corporate entity and a single institutional investor, with the relevant event dated August 2025. No survey or sampling methodology is involved, as the information derives from statutory court registration and the fund’s own records.

PCF GroupAug 2025

Raport Bieżący Nr 32/2025

The report announces the successful completion of the private subscription for a new issue of series H common bearer shares of PCF Group S.A., confirming that all 6 670 000 shares with a nominal value of 0,02 zł each were fully subscribed and paid for. The subscription was conducted between 6 and 11 August 2025, with the subscription agreements finalized on 14 August 2025, and the total consideration amounted to 20 010 000 zł, based on an issue price of 3,00 zł per share. Sixteen qualified investors participated in the offering, each entering into a subscription contract for the full allotment of shares. The process was executed as a private subscription under Article 56 of the Polish Public Offering Act and the Commercial Companies Code, and therefore did not require a prospectus. No allocation reductions were applied, and the shares were issued against cash contributions only; no non‑cash consideration, set‑off of receivables, or sub‑issuance arrangements were involved. The scope of the offering is limited to investors residing in the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, and qualified institutional buyers under U.S. Rule 144A, explicitly excluding distribution in the United States, Canada, Australia, Japan, South Africa and other jurisdictions where the securities would be unlawful without registration. The report complies with EU Regulation 596/2014 on market abuse and the EU Prospectus Regulation, and it emphasizes that the information is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or promotional material. Cost details for the issuance have not yet been finalized; the company will disclose the total and per‑share expenses in a subsequent report after receiving and approving the relevant invoices. The overall conclusion is that the subscription was fully executed on schedule, with the capital raised now available for the company’s use, while all regulatory and disclosure obligations have been satisfied.

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PCF GroupAug 2025

Half-Year Report of 11 Bit Studios S.A. for the Six Months Ended 30 June 2025

11 bit studios S.A. achieved a significant financial turnaround in the first half of 2025, reporting a net profit of PLN 8.48 million compared to a net loss in the same period of 2024. Revenue grew by 86% year-over-year to reach PLN 57.24 million, a surge primarily driven by the successful June launch of *The Alters* and recurring income from Microsoft Game Pass for *Frostpunk 2*. The United States remains the company’s most critical market, accounting for 78% of total revenue, while Steam serves as the primary distribution channel, representing over half of all sales. The company’s balance sheet remains stable with total assets of PLN 265.6 million, though cash reserves decreased to PLN 51.9 million due to heavy investment in intangible assets and property. Operating expenses rose to PLN 40.3 million, characterized by a fourfold increase in depreciation following the release of major titles. Notably, the company reduced the estimated cost of its 2021–2025 Incentive Scheme to zero, as it no longer expects to meet the ambitious five-year financial targets of PLN 656 million in revenue and PLN 328 million in pre-tax profit. Strategically, the studio is transitioning to a three-pillar model focused on internal IP development, long-term "platform games," and third-party publishing. Current development efforts are centered on the September 2025 console release of *Frostpunk 2*, the Early Access launch of *Moonlighter 2*, and the production of *Frostpunk 1886* using Unreal Engine 5. While the global gaming market shows growth potential, the company continues to manage risks related to unpredictable consumer demand, platform holder dependencies, and the competitive landscape for specialized development talent in Poland.

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11 bit studiosAug 2025

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Raport Bieżący Nr 34/2025: Zawiadomienie w sprawie stanu posiadania znacznego pakietu akcji PCF Group S.A.

The filing serves as a statutory disclosure of a change in the ownership of a significant share package in PCF Group S.A., complying with Article 70 (1) of the Polish Public Offering Act of 29 July 2005. It records that on 28 August 2025 the board of PCF Group, headquartered in Warsaw, received a formal notice from Krafton Inc. submitted under Article 69 of the same legislation, indicating an alteration in Krafton’s equity stake and corresponding voting power within the company. The core information conveyed is the receipt of Krafton Inc.’s notification, which signals a material shift in the composition of PCF Group’s capital and the total number of votes attached to the share package. While the exact percentage of shares or voting rights affected is not detailed in the excerpt, the attachment to the current report is intended to provide the full content of the notice for regulatory review and market transparency. The scope of the disclosure is confined to the Polish capital market, specifically addressing a public limited company listed on an organized trading system. The temporal focus is the single event dated 28 August 2025, with no broader historical or forward‑looking analysis. As a regulatory filing, the methodology consists solely of the mandatory submission of the notice by the shareholder, without the use of surveys, sampling, or statistical analysis. The report fulfills the legal requirement to inform investors and authorities of any change that could influence control or voting dynamics in PCF Group S.A.

PCF GroupAug 2025

Current Report No. 33/2025

The board of PCF Group S.A., headquartered in Warsaw, issued a formal notice on 28 August 2025 indicating that Nationale‑Nederlanden Otwarty Fundusz Emerytalny submitted a filing under Article 69 of the Polish Public Offering Act, which triggers the reporting requirements of Article 70 (1). The filing concerns a change in the pension fund’s ownership stake and the corresponding voting rights within the company’s share capital, signifying the acquisition of a significant shareholding package. The notification serves to comply with statutory disclosure obligations for public companies in Poland, ensuring transparency of substantial equity movements that may affect corporate control or influence. By attaching the fund’s declaration to the current report, PCF Group S.A. provides regulators and market participants with timely information on the altered composition of its shareholder base. The scope of the disclosure is confined to the Polish market, covering a single listed entity and a single institutional investor, with the relevant time frame limited to the date of receipt, 28 August 2025. No quantitative figures regarding the size of the shareholding or voting power are disclosed in the excerpt, and the methodology relies exclusively on statutory filing procedures rather than survey or analytical data collection. Overall, the filing underscores the regulatory framework governing significant shareholdings in Polish public companies and demonstrates PCF Group S.A.’s adherence to mandatory reporting standards.

PCF GroupAug 2025

Raport Bieżący Nr 31/2025

On 26 August 2025, PCF Group S.A., a publicly listed company headquartered in Warsaw, received a formal notification from shareholder Krzysztof Dolas concerning a substantial alteration in his equity position. The filing, made under Article 69 of the Polish Public Offering Act of 29 July 2005, signals a change in both the proportion of capital held and the aggregate voting rights attributable to his holdings. The notification is attached to the current report filed in compliance with Article 70 (1) of the same legislation, which mandates disclosure of significant share blocks for transparency in organized markets. The core purpose of the filing is to inform the market and regulatory authorities of the revised shareholding structure, thereby ensuring that all participants have up‑to‑date information on ownership concentration within PCF Group S.A. The disclosure reflects the legal requirement that any shareholder whose stake reaches a threshold defined by the Act must promptly report the change, facilitating monitoring of potential influence over corporate governance and voting outcomes. The scope of the notification is confined to the Polish jurisdiction, covering the period immediately preceding the filing date. No statistical data beyond the filing date and legal references are provided, and the submission does not involve a broader survey or sampling methodology. The communication fulfills statutory obligations, reinforcing market integrity by making the significant share block publicly known.

PCF GroupAug 2025

Current Report No. 30/2025: Notice of Exceeding a Significant Shareholding Threshold

The report serves to inform stakeholders that a significant shareholding threshold has been crossed under Article 70 (1) of the Polish Public Offering Act, triggering a mandatory disclosure. On 25 August 2025 the board of PCF Group S.A., headquartered in Warsaw, received a notification that Mr Sebastian Wojciechowski’s holdings now exceed the regulatory limit following a capital increase. The capital increase, registered on 22 August 2025 in the National Court Register, involved the issuance of 6 670 000 newly created ordinary bearer shares (Series H). This raised the total voting rights at the general meeting from 35 940 271 to 42 610 271 votes. Mr Wojciechowski subscribed to 1 540 667 of the new shares, representing approximately 3.62 % of the post‑increase share capital and granting him an equal share of voting rights. Despite the additional shares, the relative proportion of Mr Wojciechowski’s voting power declined from roughly 41.71 % to 38.79 % of the total votes, a reduction of about 2.91  percentage points. The notification, attached to the report, complies with the statutory requirement to disclose any change that results in a shareholder holding more than 5 % of voting rights, although the current holding remains below that threshold. The disclosure pertains exclusively to PCF Group S.A. in Poland and covers events occurring in August 2025. It is based on official registry entries and the legal framework governing public offerings, without reliance on external surveys or sampling.

PCF GroupAug 2025

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Zawiadomienie na podstawie art. 69 ust. 1 lub 2 oraz art. 69a ust. 1 lub 3 ustawy o ofercie

The filing serves to inform the market regulator that a shareholder’s holding in PCF Group S.A. has crossed a statutory threshold for significant blocks of shares under Polish public‑offer law. Sebastian Wojciechowski, acting as a natural person, reported his direct ownership before and after a capital increase registered in the National Court Register on 22 August 2025. Prior to the change he held 14 989 480 ordinary shares, representing 41.71 % of the company’s capital and voting rights. The capital raise added 6 670 000 newly issued bearer shares (Series H), increasing the total voting pool to 42 610 271 votes. Wojciechowski acquired 1 540 667 of the new shares, raising his absolute vote count to the same number but reducing his relative influence to approximately 38.79 % of total votes, a decline of about 2.91 percentage points. Consequently, his post‑increase holding amounts to 16 530 147 shares, still wholly ordinary and non‑preferred, and the overall share percentage in the capital falls to 38.79 %. The notification complies with Articles 69 and 69a of the 2005 Public Offer Act, citing the registration of the capital increase as the triggering event. It covers a single Polish listed entity, with data drawn directly from the KRS filing and the shareholder’s own declaration, reflecting a precise snapshot of ownership structure as of late August 2025.

PCF GroupAug 2025

Raport Bieżący Nr 29/2025

The report announces the registration of a capital increase for PCF Group S.A. and the corresponding amendment to its articles of association. On 22 August 2025 the Warsaw District Court entered a change that raised the authorized share capital from 718 805,42 zł to 852 205,42 zł through the issuance of 6 670 000 newly created ordinary bearer shares of series H, each with a nominal value of 0,02 zł. After the registration the total number of voting shares stands at 42 610 271, distributed across seven series (A, B, D, E, F, G, H) with detailed counts for each series provided in the filing. The remaining amount of target capital yet to be subscribed is 82 241,62 zł. The scope of the filing is limited to Poland, specifically the corporate registry of the Warsaw court, and it pertains to the company’s equity structure as of the reporting date. No public offering is being made in the United States, Canada, Australia, Japan, South Africa or other jurisdictions where distribution would be unlawful. The capital increase is conducted under the EU Prospectus Regulation exemption for qualified investors in the European Economic Area and, where applicable, professional investors in the United Kingdom. Regulatory compliance is emphasized through references to the Polish Public Offering Act, EU Market Abuse Regulation (Regulation 596/2014), and the Prospectus Regulation (EU 2017/1129). The report clarifies that the new shares are not registered under U.S. securities law, are not subject to SEC review, and may only be offered in offshore transactions or under other registration exemptions. No prospectus is required, and the information is presented solely for informational purposes, with explicit warnings that it does not constitute an offer, solicitation, or investment recommendation.

PCF GroupAug 2025

IGG Inc. 2025 Interim Report

IGG Inc. maintained a stable financial trajectory during the first half of 2025, reporting interim revenue of HK$2.72 billion and a profit of HK$320 million. While flagship title *Lords Mobile* remains the primary revenue driver at 42% of total turnover (HK$1.15 billion), the period was defined by a strategic shift toward the APP Business. This segment grew 30% year-on-year to HK$530 million, now contributing nearly 20% of total revenue and reaching 73 million monthly active users. Geographically, the Group’s core strength remains in Asia and Europe, which together account for 77% of total revenue. The Group’s balance sheet remains robust, characterized by a strong liquidity position with HK$2.50 billion in cash and a reduced gearing ratio of 25.6%. Gross margins improved to 83%, supported by a significant decrease in channel costs, which offset rising promotion and advertising expenses. Despite a HK$19.7 million net loss across financial assets and joint ventures, the Group demonstrated a commitment to shareholder returns by declaring dividends and share buy-backs totaling approximately 61% of the period’s profit. This includes a combined interim and special dividend of HK13.9 cents per share, a marked increase over the previous year. Corporate governance and capital management activities included the execution of share buy-backs totaling 9.3 million shares and the granting of 6.87 million new awarded shares to support personnel retention. To navigate regulatory restrictions on foreign ownership in China’s online gaming sector, the Group continues to utilize structured contracts with PRC-based entities. While these entities contribute only 3.27% of total revenue, they ensure compliance with local regulations while allowing for full financial consolidation. Looking forward, the Group is optimizing its portfolio through the potential disposal of non-core assets, such as a historical complex in Italy, to focus on its primary mobile internet and gaming interests.

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IGGAug 2025