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closed 1/23/2019 via gamesindustry.biz

Epic Games, acquired 3Lateral

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synopsis: Epic Games, a leading video game developer, has acquired 3Lateral, a Serbia-based graphics firm that has worked on many famous video games. 3Lateral develops technologies that allow digitization of human appearance and motion at unprecedented level of realism. Their services include character concept, character rigging, character modeling and more.
buyer: Epic Games
Founded in 1991, Epic Games is the creator of Fortnite, Unreal, Gears of War, Shadow Complex, and the Infinity Blade series of games. Epic's Unreal Engine technology brings high-fidelity, interactive experiences to PC, console, mobile, AR, VR and the Web. "
 target: 3Lateral
3Lateral is a Serbia-based graphics firm that has worked on many famous video games. 3Lateral develops technologies that allow digitization of human appearance and motion at unprecedented level of realism. Their services include character concept, character rigging, character modeling, and more.
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closed 8/12/2021 via BNC Analysis

Keywords Studios, acquired AMC RO STUDIO S.R.L.

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synopsis: Keywords Studios, the international technical and creative services provider to the global video games industry, has acquired the entire issued share capital of AMC, a Romania-based leading 3D art and design studio focused on the video game industry.
buyer: Keywords Studios (AIM:KWS:$451.13)
Ireland’s Keywords Studios is an international technical services provider to the global video games industry. It provides integrated art creation, software engineering, testing, localization, audio and customer care services to a blue-chip client base. "
 target: AMC RO STUDIO S.R.L.
AMC is a leading 3D art and design studio focused on the video game industry. Based in Bucharest, Romania and led by Cristina Neamtu, AMC enables its partners to realize their vision through creative 3D visual development and design across a range of game platforms.
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announced 9/23/2009 via Company Press Release

Ardites, Ltd. will be merged with Symbio,

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synopsis: Symbio Group, a leading Web and enterprise software outsourced product development company has signed a definitive agreement to merge with Ardites, a leading expert in user experience technologies.
buyer: Symbio
By leveraging its deep expertise in enterprise, embedded, mobile, Web-based and user experience driven technologies, Symbio enables its clients to focus on their core competencies while building mission-critical technologies and products to sustain, speed and secure their long-term success. "
 target: Ardites, Ltd.
Ardites is a growing technology company with specialized expertise in graphics and multimedia, user experience optimization and end-to-end service implementation.
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closed 5/17/2017 via BNC Analysis

Keywords Studios, acquired GameSim

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synopsis: Keywords Studios, the international technical services provider to the global video games industry, announced the acquisition of GameSim Inc., a specialist in outsourced engineering services and technology platforms for the video games industry and other virtual simulation applications.
buyer: Keywords Studios (AIM:KWS:$451.13)
Keywords is an international technical service provider to the global Video Game Industry. With over 1,500 games passionate employees around the world, they provide a range of translation, testing, audio, customer care and art production services to Video Game Developers and Publishers alike. "
 target: GameSim
Based in Orlando, Florida, GameSim employs over 30 software engineers and artists and has a range of cutting edge, proprietary technology platforms which are integrated with client processes to develop video games and visually simulate environments for military and urban planning applications.
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closed 1/10/2018 via PR Newswire

10th Magnitude, acquired Northwest Cadence

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synopsis: 10th Magnitude, the leading U.S. Microsoft Azure services firm, announced that it has acquired Northwest Cadence, a Microsoft consultancy providing industry leading DevOps, Analytics, and Artificial Intelligence services on the Microsoft cloud. Northwest Cadence helps software delivery teams create streamlined, scalable, and smart applications.
buyer: 10th Magnitude
10th Magnitude offers innovative, cloud-based solutions that harness the power of Microsoft Azure. The company combines elements from multiple deep cloud competencies, as well as the most efficient and innovative technology tools and platforms to help clients become more efficient. "
 target: Northwest Cadence
Northwest Cadence helps software delivery teams tap into the power of modernization, cloud integration, and data analytics to create streamlined, scalable, and smart applications. Northwest helps software delivery teams ship software that is built with solid DevOps practices and machine learning.
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closed 5/19/2009 via PR Newswire

Cigital, Inc., purchased European Operations from Security Innovation, Inc.

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synopsis: Cigital, the largest consulting firm specializing in software security and quality, announced that it has acquired the European consulting, assessment and training operations of Security Innovation. This acquisition will broaden Cigital's reach and expand its capability to support trans-Atlantic clients more completely.
buyer: Cigital, Inc.
Citigal specializes in software security and quality. For over a decade, Cigital's expert consultants have implemented programs that assure our client's software is secure and reliable while enabling them to dramatically improve how they build and deploy software. "
 seller: Security Innovation, Inc.
Security Innovation is an independent provider of secure software lifecycle management solutions to Fortune 500 companies. Global technology vendors and enterprise IT organizations rely on our security expertise, tools and training to understand and mitigate the security risks in their software.
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closed 9/26/2019 via gamesindustry.biz

Improbable, acquired The Multiplayer Guys

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synopsis: Improbable, a British games technology company, has acquired The Multiplayer Guys, a multiplayer game service company in the UK. The Multiplayer Guys help developers to implement their multiplayer experiences. They have experience with scalable server/client architecture, sync/async peer to peer and rolling out live ops on consoles, PC and mobile.
buyer: Improbable
UK's Improbable builds powerful technology to help solve complex problems and create new realities. They create next-generation gameplay through virtual worlds in gaming and entertainment. They are committed to building and supporting games that use its SpatialOS game development platform. "
 target: The Multiplayer Guys
The Multiplayer Guys is a multiplayer game service company in the UK. The Multiplayer Guys help developers to implement their multiplayer experiences. They have experience with fully scalable server/client architecture, sync/async peer to peer and rolling out live ops on consoles, PC and mobile.
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closed 12/28/2017 via BNC Analysis

Macro Games S.A., acquired Rolling Games

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synopsis: Macro Games, a Polish company that creates MMORPG games and operates gaming websites such as CSCenter.pl and MyCraft.pl, has acquired Rolling Games, a game development company in Ukraine. Rolling Games' main specialization is outsourcing game production for mobile platforms. They have worked with publishers such as Atari, Vasco Games, and EA.
buyer: Macro Games S.A. (WSE:MGS:$1.24)
Macro Games S.A. is a Polish company that operates CSCenter.pl and MyCraft.pl, gaming websites that provide the latest news, videos and live streams for the games Counter-Strike and Minecraft. The company produces games as well, mainly in the MMORPG genre using a free-to-play business model. "
 target: Rolling Games
Rolling Games is a game development company in Ukraine. The company has produced their own games, ported games, and provided outsourcing services for the video games industry. Their main specialization is outsourcing game production for mobile platforms.
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closed 11/6/2015 via PR Newswire

Synopsys, Inc., acquired Protecode

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synopsis: Synopsys, Inc., a global leader in electronic design automation and semiconductor IP, has acquired Protecode, a privately held Canadian software company that provides solutions for detecting and managing open source software and the associated license and security risks.
buyer: Synopsys, Inc. (SNPS:$3,984.22)
Synopsys, Inc. is the Silicon to Software partner for innovative companies developing the electronic products and software applications. Synopsys is a leader in electronic design automation and semiconductor IP, and in software quality and security testing with its Coverity solutions. "
 target: Protecode
Protecode Incorporated is a software company specializing in open source licensing and vulnerability management products and audit services. Protecode products help organizations implement a structured open source software adoption and management process.
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closed 10/7/2013 via BNC Analysis

Francisco Partners Management LLC, acquired Avangate B.V.

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synopsis: Francisco Partners, a global private equity firm, took a majority interest in Avangate, an agile eCommerce solutions provider trusted by Software and SaaS companies to grow their eCommerce business worldwide through any channel, any model.
buyer: Francisco Partners Management LLC
Francisco Partners is a global private equity firm that specializes in investments in technology companies. Since its launch over a decade ago, FP has raised approximately $7 billion and invested in more than 100 technology companies, making it one of the most active investors in the industry. "
 target: Avangate B.V.
Avangate B.V. provides electronic software distribution and reseller management solutions for software companies. It offers Avangate, an e-commerce, and e-marketing and channel management platform that assists software companies in selling their products online and managing a distribution network.
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closed 7/7/2021 via BusinessWire

TELUS International, acquired Playment

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synopsis: TELUS International, a Canadian digital customer experience innovator that designs, builds, and delivers next-generation solutions for global and disruptive brands, has acquired Bangalore-based Playment, a leader in data annotation and computer vision tools and services specialized in 2D and 3D image, video, and LiDAR (light detection and ranging).
buyer parent: TELUS Corporation
buyer: TELUS International
Canada-based TELUS International designs, builds, and delivers digital solutions to enhance the customer experience for global and disruptive brands. The company’s services support the full lifecycle of its clients’ digital transformation journeys and embrace next-generation digital technologies. "
 target: Playment
India-based Playment is a leader in data annotation and computer vision tools and services. The company's services include AI strategy consulting and a SaaS-based platform that transforms videos and images into high-quality annotated data to support a broad range of use cases.
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announced 12/23/2018 via BusinessWire

SolderWorks LLC, will acquire SmartSource Management

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synopsis: SolderWorks LLC announced that it has reached a definitive agreement to acquire SmartSource Management (SSM), a Denver-based technology consulting firm founded in 2006 with a strong client base in the semiconductor manufacturing and wine-making industries.
buyer: SolderWorks LLC
SolderWorks is a state-of-the-art innovation lab designed to accelerate ideas from thought to thing. SolderWorks mission is to support the next wave of innovation by providing an ecosystem where entrepreneurial visionaries, corporate labs, and industry partnerships create agile economies. "
 target: SmartSource Management
SmartSource Management (SSM) is a Denver-based technology consulting firm that specializes in delivering digital business value through process automation, system integrations, enhanced user experience applications, and commerce solutions.
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announced 11/8/2018 via Company Press Release

SquareTrade, Inc., will acquire PlumChoice, Inc.

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synopsis: SquareTrade, Inc., an Allstate Company that provides warranties and insurance coverage plans for electronics has agreed to acquire PlumChoice. PlumChoice is a leading provider of cloud and technical support services to consumers in small businesses.
buyer parent: The Allstate Corp.
buyer: SquareTrade, Inc.
SquareTrade, Inc. provides warranties and insurance coverage plans for electronics in the United States and internationally. They partnered with some of the largest, most sophisticated retailers (Amazon, Bose, Costco and Target to name a few) and are revolutionizing the global warranty industry. "
 target: PlumChoice, Inc.
PlumChoice helps cloud and Internet of Things (IoT) service providers, IoT manufacturers, cloud solution providers and distributors deploy and sell support services that drive product adoption, resulting in greater market penetration.
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closed 12/9/2020 via BusinessWire

Ripcord, Inc., acquired Engine ML

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synopsis: Ripcord, a SaaS-based, next-gen digital transformation provider that eliminates paper to empower intelligent business processes, announced the acquisition of deep learning company Engine ML. Engine ML empowers innovators by training machine learning models in a way that’s simple, fast, and painless.
buyer: Ripcord, Inc.
Ripcord is powering digital transformation through Robotic Process Automation utilizing robotics, software and AI. Ripcord’s robots automatically scan, index and categorize paper records, making them searchable and accessible in the cloud. "
 target: Engine ML
Engine ML empowers innovators by training machine learning models in a way that’s simple, fast, and painless. Data scientists and engineers use Engine ML to develop their models at scale with reproducibility.
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closed 6/13/2018 via Company Press Release

Tecnos Global Company, acquired Lirik Inc.

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synopsis: Tecnos Global Company of America, Inc., a US subsidiary of Technos Japan Ltd. acquired 95% of all shares of North American company, Lirik, Inc.. Lirik is a cloud integrator that uses mainly Salesforce and Oracle NetSuite for ERP and CRM.
buyer parent: Tecnos Japan Co., Ltd.
buyer: Tecnos Global Company
Tecnos Global Company is a hub for establishing global support for their customer and global collaboration with their business partners. They provide services such as ICT system services and big data analysis which is the core business of the company. "
 target: Lirik Inc.
Lirik Inc. is a cloud integrator that is engaged in enterprise resource planning, customer relationship management, and cloud integration. Their client group is diverse, such as: healthcare, manufacturing, and media services.
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$3.32*
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$5
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closed 1/13/2017 via Company Press Release

Microsoft Corporation, acquired Maluuba Inc.

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synopsis: Microsoft has agreed to acquire Maluuba, a Montreal-based company with one of the world’s most impressive deep learning research labs for natural language understanding. Maluuba’s expertise in deep learning and reinforcement learning for question-answering and decision-making systems will help Microsoft advance its strategy to democratize AI.
buyer: Microsoft Corporation (MSFT:$168,088.00)
Microsoft is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential. Microsoft develops, manufactures, licenses, and supports a range of software products and services for various computing devices worldwide. "
 target: Maluuba Inc.
Maluuba is a Montreal-based company with one of the world’s most impressive deep learning research labs for natural language understanding. Maluuba's vision is to advance toward a more general artificial intelligence.
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closed 9/9/2008 via BusinessWeek

ESLX merged with XtremeEDA Corporation,

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synopsis: XtremeEDA Corporation, an Ottawa-based professional services company specializing in the verification and design of ASICs and FPGAs, announced it has merged with ESLX, Inc., a US-based company offering design and educational services at the electronic system-level.
buyer: XtremeEDA Corporation
XtremeEDA is a provider of design services solutions across the full spectrum of the design cycle -- from concept of the design through to silicon. The company offers a single source solution for architectural modeling, intellectual property integration, and verification of highly complex chips. "
 target: ESLX
ESLX focuses on SystemC solutions for architectural modeling, hardware and software co-design, and realization of Behavioral and RTL designs. Our broad background in design and development of hardware and software systems brings focus to your team and gets your project and team racing to success.
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closed 6/24/2020 via Company Press Release

Evernex, acquired Technogroup IT-Service GmbH

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synopsis: 3i-backed Evernex, a global international provider of third-party maintenance (TPM) services for data centre infrastructure, announced the acquisition of Technogroup, the leading TPM player in the DACH region.
buyer parent: 3i Group Plc
buyer: Evernex
Headquartered in France, Evernex is a global, independent IT Life Services company with over 35 years of multi-vendor hardware experience. They offer end-to-end data center maintenance service that allows clients to extend the life of their IT assets. "
 target parent: Vitruvian Partners LLP
target: Technogroup IT-Service GmbH
Based in Hochheim am Main, Germany, Technogroup IT-Service GmbH provides information technology services for hardware and software in data centers. It offers repairs, support, and maintenance services as well as POS-IT-services and medical technology consulting services.
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announced 10/16/2019 via Company Press Release

Accenture, will acquire Nytec

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synopsis: Accenture, a global professional services company, has agreed to acquire Nytec Inc., an award-winning product innovation and engineering company. Nytec will become part of Accenture Industry X.0, which offers capabilities that drive the digital reinvention of industry.
buyer: Accenture (ACN:$47,949.38)
Accenture is a global professional services company, providing a range of services and solutions in strategy, consulting, digital, technology & operations. Accenture works at the intersection of business and technology to help clients improve their performance & create value for their stakeholders. "
 target: Nytec
Nytec is an integrated consulting firm that turns ideas into lifestyle technology products for tier-one global and Fortune 100 companies. Nytec’s industry-leading Client Services provide customizable talent solutions to satisfy staffing requirements, either onsite, offsite, or project-based.
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closed 6/18/2018 via BusinessWire

Digital Intelligence Systems Corporation, acquired Xtreme Consulting Group, Inc.

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synopsis: Outcome Capital, an investment firm, is pleased to announce that its client, Digital Intelligence Systems (DISYS), a global staffing and IT consulting firm, has acquired the business and assets of Xtreme Consulting Group (Xtreme), a talent and IT solutions company that provides talent resources, operational expertise and staffing solutions.
buyer: Digital Intelligence Systems Corporation
Digital Intelligence Systems, LLC (DISYS) is a global managed services and staffing firm with 33 offices worldwide specializing in Managed Staffing Services, Agile Services, Application Development Services, Business Intelligence Services, Cloud Enablement Services, and Enterprise Resource Planning."
 target: Xtreme Consulting Group, Inc.
Xtreme partners with leading consumer and technology companies to provide the talent resources, operational expertise and comprehensive staffing solutions they need to efficiently grow their businesses and accelerate success.
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closed 1/23/2019 via gamesindustry.biz

Epic Games, acquired 3Lateral

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synopsis: Epic Games, a leading video game developer, has acquired 3Lateral, a Serbia-based graphics firm that has worked on many famous video games. 3Lateral develops technologies that allow digitization of human appearance and motion at unprecedented level of realism. Their services include character concept, character rigging, character modeling and more.
buyer: Epic Games
Founded in 1991, Epic Games is the creator of Fortnite, Unreal, Gears of War, Shadow Complex, and the Infinity Blade series of games. Epic's Unreal Engine technology brings high-fidelity, interactive experiences to PC, console, mobile, AR, VR and the Web. "
 target: 3Lateral
3Lateral is a Serbia-based graphics firm that has worked on many famous video games. 3Lateral develops technologies that allow digitization of human appearance and motion at unprecedented level of realism. Their services include character concept, character rigging, character modeling, and more.
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closed 7/22/2021 via BNC Analysis

Epic Games, acquired Sketchfab

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synopsis: New York-based startup Sketchfab has been acquired by Epic Games, the company behind Fortnite and Unreal Engine. Sketchfab has been building a platform to upload, download, view, share, sell and buy 3D assets. Essentially, it is the leading repository for 3D files on the web.
buyer: Epic Games
Epic is a leading interactive entertainment company and provider of 3D engine technology. Through Unreal Engine, Epic Games Store, and Epic Online Services, Epic provides an end-to-end digital ecosystem for developers and creators to build, distribute, and operate games and other content. "
 target: Sketchfab
Sketchfab, Inc. operates a platform for publishing, discovering, and sharing three-dimensional renderings of objects and content. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in New York, New York with an additional office in Paris.
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closed 3/10/2021 via Company Press Release

Epic Games, acquired Capturing Reality

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synopsis: Capturing Reality, creator of RealityCapture, the state-of-the-art photogrammetric software for 3D scans, has been acquired by Epic Games, a leading interactive entertainment company and provider of 3D engine technology.
buyer: Epic Games
Epic is a leading interactive entertainment company and provider of 3D engine technology. Through Unreal Engine, Epic Games Store, and Epic Online Services, Epic provides an end-to-end digital ecosystem for developers and creators to build, distribute, and operate games and other content. "
 target: Capturing Reality
Capturing Reality is a software development house based in Slovakia, which develops RealityCapture. Create geo-referenced maps, orthographic projections, virtual reality scenes, movie assets, textured 3D meshes and much more from images and/or laser scans completely automatically.
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closed 3/3/2021 via BNC Analysis

Epic Games, acquired Tonic Games Group

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synopsis: Epic Games announced the acquisition of Tonic Games Group, the parent company of Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout developer Mediatonic. In addition to Mediatonic, Tonic Games Group includes publishing label The Irregular Corporation (Murder by Numbers, PC Building Simulator) and start-up studio Fortitude Games.
buyer: Epic Games
Epic is a leading interactive entertainment company and provider of 3D engine technology. Through Unreal Engine, Epic Games Store, and Epic Online Services, Epic provides an end-to-end digital ecosystem for developers and creators to build, distribute, and operate games and other content. "
 target: Tonic Games Group
Tonic Games Group is the parent company of Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout developer Mediatonic. In addition to Mediatonic, Tonic Games Group includes publishing label The Irregular Corporation (Murder by Numbers, PC Building Simulator) and start-up studio Fortitude Games.
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closed 1/7/2021 via gamesindustry.biz

Epic Games, acquired RAD Game Tools, Inc.

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synopsis: Epic Games, a leading interactive entertainment company, has acquired RAD Game Tools, a provider of video game development tools. RAD Game Tools offers a variety of programs for game developers, including the Bink video codec, Oodle data compression, and Telemetry performance visualization. They also offer tools for 3D animation and audio.
buyer: Epic Games
Epic is a leading interactive entertainment company and provider of 3D engine technology. Through Unreal Engine, Epic Games Store, and Epic Online Services, Epic provides an end-to-end digital ecosystem for developers and creators to build, distribute, and operate games and other content. "
 target: RAD Game Tools, Inc.
RAD Game Tools is a provider of video game development tools. RAD Game Tools offers a variety of programs for game developers, including the Bink video codec, Oodle data compression, and Telemetry performance visualization. They also offer tools for 3D animation and audio.
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closed 9/25/2020 via BusinessWire

Epic Games, acquired SuperAwesome

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synopsis: Epic Games has acquired UK-based SuperAwesome, a pioneer in the kidtech market. SuperAwesome gives developers the tools to create safer digital experiences for younger audiences. Together Epic Games and SuperAwesome will build a wide range of kid-safe services.
buyer: Epic Games
Epic is a leading interactive entertainment company and provider of 3D engine technology. Through Unreal Engine, Epic Games Store, and Epic Online Services, Epic provides an end-to-end digital ecosystem for developers and creators to build, distribute, and operate games and other content. "
 target: SuperAwesome
UK-based SuperAwesome is a pioneer in the kidtech market. SuperAwesome's Kids Web Services (KWS) platform is a parental consent management toolkit that makes it easier for developers to build experiences for users of all ages.
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closed 3/12/2020 via BNC Analysis

Epic Games, acquired Cubic Motion

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synopsis: Epic Games has acquired Cubic Motion, the studio whose facial animation tech has powered the likes of God of War and Marvel’s Spider-Man. Cubic Motion was founded in 2009 and has grown to become the leading provider of automated performance-driven facial animation to the global video games market.
buyer: Epic Games
Epic Games is the creator of Fortnite, Unreal, Gears of War, Shadow Complex, and the Infinity Blade series of games. Epic's Unreal Engine technology brings high-fidelity, interactive experiences to PC, console, mobile, AR, VR and the Web. "
 target: Cubic Motion
Cubic Motion was founded in 2009 and has grown to become the leading provider of automated performance-driven facial animation to the global video games market. The company has a reputation for ultra-high quality, and an extensive list of triple-A clients.
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closed 11/13/2019 via BNC Analysis

Epic Games, acquired Quixel

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synopsis: Epic Games, the creator of Fortnite, Unreal, Gears of War, Shadow Complex, and the Infinity Blade series of games, acquired Quixel, a Swedish company that created Megascans, Bridge and Mixer — a unique 3D asset library and two companion applications for 3D art creation.
buyer: Epic Games
Epic Games is the creator of Fortnite, Unreal, Gears of War, Shadow Complex, and the Infinity Blade series of games. Epic's Unreal Engine technology brings high-fidelity, interactive experiences to PC, console, mobile, AR, VR and the Web. "
 target: Quixel
Headquartered in Sweden, Quixel created Megascans, Bridge and Mixer — a unique 3D asset library and two companion applications for 3D art creation. With these products, their community of users creates amazing 3D art for videogames, movies, architecture visualization and more.
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closed 6/12/2019 via BNC Analysis

Epic Games, acquired Houseparty

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synopsis: The group video chat app Houseparty has been acquired by Epic Games, the company behind Fortnite. Houseparty lets up to eight people join a video chat together. The app, available for iOS, Android, MacOS, and as a Chrome extension, offers a social network for video chatting.
buyer: Epic Games
Founded in 1991, Epic Games is the creator of Fortnite, Unreal, Gears of War, Shadow Complex, and the Infinity Blade series of games. Epic's Unreal Engine technology brings high-fidelity, interactive experiences to PC, console, mobile, AR, VR and the Web. "
 target: Houseparty
Houseparty is a group video chat app launched in 2016. Houseparty is an app operated by San Francisco-based Life on Air Inc., which was founded by a team of Israeli entrepreneurs. The app, available for iOS, Android, MacOS, and as a Chrome extension, offers a social network for video chatting.
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closed 5/22/2019 via BNC Analysis

Epic Games, purchased Twinmotion from Abvent Group

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synopsis: Epic Games announced the acquisition of visualization tool Twinmotion. Originally developed by Abvent, Twinmotion is a visualisation toolkit used for architecture, construction, urban planning, and landscaping. With Twinmotion, users can transform their building models into a compelling real-time experience.
buyer: Epic Games
Founded in 1991, Epic Games is the creator of Fortnite, Unreal, Gears of War, Shadow Complex, and the Infinity Blade series of games. Epic's Unreal Engine technology brings high-fidelity, interactive experiences to PC, console, mobile, AR, VR and the Web. "
 seller: Abvent Group
Originally developed by Abvent, Twinmotion is a visualisation toolkit used for architecture, construction, urban planning, and landscaping. With Twinmotion, users can transform their Building Information Modelling (BIM) or Computer-aided design (CAD) model into a compelling real-time experience.
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announced 5/1/2019 via BNC Analysis

Epic Games, will acquire Psyonix Inc.

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synopsis: Epic Games, a leading video game developer, will acquire Psyonix, a critically-acclaimed video game developer. Psyonix are leading experts in Unreal Engine technology and multiplayer gaming. They are best know for their award-winning sports-action game, Rocket League. Psyonix has also worked on games such as Gears of War, Mass Effect 3, and more.
buyer: Epic Games
Founded in 1991, Epic Games is the creator of Fortnite, Unreal, Gears of War, Shadow Complex, and the Infinity Blade series of games. Epic's Unreal Engine technology brings high-fidelity, interactive experiences to PC, console, mobile, AR, VR and the Web. "
 target: Psyonix Inc.
Psyonix is a critically-acclaimed video game developer. Psyonix are leading experts in Unreal Engine technology and multiplayer gaming. They are best know for their award-winning sports-action game, Rocket League. Psyonix has also worked on games such as Gears of War, Mass Effect 3, and more.
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closed 1/23/2019 via gamesindustry.biz

Epic Games, acquired 3Lateral

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synopsis: Epic Games, a leading video game developer, has acquired 3Lateral, a Serbia-based graphics firm that has worked on many famous video games. 3Lateral develops technologies that allow digitization of human appearance and motion at unprecedented level of realism. Their services include character concept, character rigging, character modeling and more.
buyer: Epic Games
Founded in 1991, Epic Games is the creator of Fortnite, Unreal, Gears of War, Shadow Complex, and the Infinity Blade series of games. Epic's Unreal Engine technology brings high-fidelity, interactive experiences to PC, console, mobile, AR, VR and the Web. "
 target: 3Lateral
3Lateral is a Serbia-based graphics firm that has worked on many famous video games. 3Lateral develops technologies that allow digitization of human appearance and motion at unprecedented level of realism. Their services include character concept, character rigging, character modeling, and more.
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closed 12/14/2018 via BNC Analysis

Epic Games, acquired SkookumScript

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synopsis: Agog Labs, the developer of SkookumScript for Unreal Engine 4, has been acquired by Epic Games, the creator of Fortnite, Unreal, Gears of War, Shadow Complex, and the Infinity Blade series of games.
buyer: Epic Games
Founded in 1991, Epic Games is the creator of Fortnite, Unreal, Gears of War, Shadow Complex, and the Infinity Blade series of games. Epic's Unreal Engine technology brings high-fidelity, interactive experiences to PC, console, mobile, AR, VR and the Web. "
 target: SkookumScript
Agog Labs is the developer of SkookumScript, a programming language and tool suite dedicated to the creation of game-play in video games. Agog Labs is a member of VIATEC, DigiBC, the International Game Developers Association, and the BC Innovation Council Venture Acceleration Program.
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closed 10/10/2018 via BNC Analysis

Epic Games, acquired Kamu

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synopsis: “Fortnite” developer Epic Games acquired game security and player services company Kamu. Founded in 2013, Kamu is the creator of Easy Anti-Cheat, a service currently used by over 100 million PC players globally.
buyer: Epic Games
Founded in 1991, Epic Games is the creator of Fortnite, Unreal, Gears of War, Shadow Complex, and the Infinity Blade series of games. Epic's Unreal Engine technology brings high-fidelity, interactive experiences to PC, console, mobile, AR, VR and the Web. "
 target: Kamu
Founded in 2013, Kamu is the creator of Easy Anti-Cheat, a service currently used by over 100 million PC players globally. Kamu helps developers create beautiful game experiences that last by providing category defining live services in game security, gameplay analytics, and game management.
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announced 9/8/2021 via Company Press Release

Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC, will acquire Firesprite Limited

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synopsis: Sony Interactive Entertainment (“SIE”) announced that SIE has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Firesprite Games, the UK-based videogame studio with a history of developing highly-polished showpieces for cutting-edge hardware. Firesprite has a strong record of developing showcase games for PlayStation console and peripheral launches.
buyer parent: Sony Corporation
buyer: Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC
Recognized as a global leader in interactive and digital entertainment, Sony Interactive Entertainment is responsible for the PlayStation® brand and family of products and services. PlayStation has delivered innovation to the market since the launch of the original PlayStation in Japan in 1994. "
 target: Firesprite Limited
Firesprite Games is a UK-based videogame studio with a history of developing highly-polished showpieces for cutting-edge hardware. Firesprite has a strong record of developing showcase games for PlayStation console and peripheral launches, such as The Playroom (PS4) and The Playroom VR (PS VR).
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closed 9/2/2021 via gamesindustry.biz

Thunderful, acquired Stage Clear Studios

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synopsis: Thunderful Games, a Swedish games publisher, has acquired Stage Clear Studios, an indie game development studio in Spain. Stage Clear Studios develops fun and good looking games that everyone can enjoy. They also offer full game development and console porting services. Their games include The Coma: Recut, Cloudpunk, Yesterday Origins, and more.
buyer: Thunderful (OM:THUNDR:$366.75)
Based in Sweden, Thunderful AB was founded as a parent company to Gothenburg, Sweden-based game development studios Image & Form International AB and Zoink AB, two of the most successful veterans in the Swedish gaming industry. Thunderful is a veritable video-gaming powerhouse on all platforms. "
 target: Stage Clear Studios
Stage Clear Studios is an independent game development studio in Spain. Stage Clear Studios develops fun and good looking games that everyone can enjoy. They also offer full game development and console porting services. Their games include The Coma: Recut, Cloudpunk, Yesterday Origins, and more.
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$1.18
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closed 8/19/2021 via gamesindustry.biz

Saber Interactive, acquired Fractured Byte

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synopsis: Embracer Group has acquired Fractured Byte through Saber Interactive, an independent developer of interactive games and entertainment. Developer and porting specialist Fractured Byte is based in Estonia, with around 50 employees spread across its headquarters in Tallinn and three locations in Ukraine.
buyer parent: Embracer Group
buyer: Saber Interactive
Saber Interactive is an independent developer of interactive games and entertainment. Founded in 2001, Saber has grown into one of the largest and longest-standing developers of interactive games in Russia/Eastern Europe and one of the few remaining independent game studios producing AAA content. "
 target: Fractured Byte
Developer and porting specialist Fractured Byte is based in Estonia, with around 50 employees spread across its headquarters in Tallinn and three locations in Ukraine.
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closed 8/19/2021 via Company Press Release

Saber Interactive, acquired SmartPhone Labs

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synopsis: Embracer Group, through its wholly owned subsidiary Saber Interactive Inc., has acquired 100 percent of the shares in Russian-based SmartPhone Labs (”SPL”), an independent software testing and games development company for mobile, PC, consoles and VR, from its founders.
buyer parent: Embracer Group
buyer: Saber Interactive
Saber Interactive is an independent developer of interactive games and entertainment. Founded in 2001, Saber has grown into one of the largest and longest-standing developers of interactive games in Russia/Eastern Europe and one of the few remaining independent game studios producing AAA content. "
 target: SmartPhone Labs
Russia-based SmartPhone Labs (SPL) is an independent software testing and games development company for mobile, PC, consoles and VR. They focus on modern production and testing practices and have extensive experience working with Unity, custom C++ engines, VR and backend systems.
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closed 8/18/2021 via gamesindustry.biz

Dream Sports, acquired Rolocule

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synopsis: Dream Sports, a leading sports technology company in India, has acquired Rolocule Games, an award winning mobile games company in India. Rolocule develops top quality midcore games that are played & loved by millions of consumers in 110+ countries. Their titles include Flick Tennis, Dance Party, Dead Among Us, Super Badminton, and more.
buyer: Dream Sports
Dream Sports is a leading sports technology company in India. Dream Sports provides multiple avenues for fans to deeply engage with the sports they love through fantasy sports, content, commerce, experiences and events. Their Dream11 platform is India's biggest fantasy sports platform. "
 target: Rolocule
Rolocule is an award winning mobile games company in India. Rolocule develops top quality midcore games that are played & loved by millions of consumers in 110+ countries. Their titles include Flick Tennis, Dance Party, Dead Among Us, Super Badminton, and more.
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closed 8/18/2021 via gamesindustry.biz

Altor Equity Partners, acquired Raw Fury

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synopsis: Altor, a Nordic private equity fund focused on investing in medium sized companies, has acquired a majority stake in Raw Fury, an independent video game publisher in Sweden. Raw Fury specializes in publishing indie games that provide impactful and powerful experiences. Their games include Townscaper, Sable, Norco, Wolfstride, Backbone, and more.
buyer: Altor Equity Partners
Altor is a family of private equity funds focused on investing in and developing medium sized companies in the Nordics and the DACH-region. They want to create enduring values and make a real difference as a valuable partner for owners and managers in building world class companies. "
 target: Raw Fury
Raw Fury is an independent video game publisher in Sweden. Raw Fury specializes in publishing indie games that provide impactful and powerful experiences. Their games include Townscaper, Sable, Norco, Wolfstride, Backbone, GoNNER2, and more.
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closed 8/11/2021 via gamesindustry.biz

Thunderful, acquired To The Sky

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synopsis: Thunderful Group, a Swedish games publisher, has acquired To The Sky, a video game development studio in Sweden. To The Sky is a studio composed of several industry veterans and is led by Jugo Mirkovic, a former EA development director.
buyer: Thunderful (OM:THUNDR:$366.75)
Based in Sweden, Thunderful AB was founded as a parent company to Gothenburg, Sweden-based game development studios Image & Form International AB and Zoink AB, two of the most successful veterans in the Swedish gaming industry. Thunderful is a veritable video-gaming powerhouse on all platforms. "
 target: To The Sky
To The Sky is a video game development studio in Sweden. To The Sky is a studio composed of several industry veterans and is led by Jugo Mirkovic, a former EA development director.
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closed 8/5/2021 via gamesindustry.biz

Focus Home Interactive, acquired Dotemu

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synopsis: Focus Home Interactive, a video game publisher and developer in France, has acquired a 77.5% stake in Dotemu, a video game developer and publisher in France that specializes in retrogaming. The company brings back the best games from the past on the most recent platforms. Their games include Streets of Rage 4, Another World, R-Type II, and more.
buyer: Focus Home Interactive (ENXTPA:ALFOC:$201.15)
Focus Home Interactive SA is a French independent video game publisher and developer based in Paris, France. Founded in 1996, Focus has published and distributed original titles such as Sherlock Holmes, TrackMania, Runaway and sports games like Cycling Manager and Virtual Skipper. "
 target: Dotemu
Dotemu is a video game developer and publisher in France. Dotemu specializes in retrogaming. The company brings back the best games from the past on the most recent platforms. Their games include Streets of Rage 4, Another World, R-Type II, Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap, and more.
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$46*
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$17
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$7
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closed 8/2/2021 via GlobeNewswire

Nacon, acquired crea-ture Studios

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synopsis: Nacon, a French video game company, is acquiring crea-ture Studios, an independent video game studio in the Montréal area dedicated in bringing original IP’s to niche markets. They are the developer of Session, a skateboarding video game for Windows, Xbox and Playstation.
buyer: Nacon (ENXTPA:BIG:$211.35)
Nacon, formerly Bigben Interactive SA is a French video game company based in Lesquin. Established in 1981, the company designs and distributes accessories for video game consoles, and publishes and distributes video games for various platforms. "
 target: crea-ture Studios
crea-ture Studios is an independent videogame studio in the Montréal area dedicated in bringing original IP’s to niche markets. They are the developer of Session, a skateboarding video game for Windows, Xbox and Playstation.
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closed 7/30/2021 via Company Press Release

Koch Media, acquired DigixArt

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synopsis: Koch Media GmbH, a leading Austrian producer and marketer of digital entertainment products and accessories, has acquired DigixArt, a France-based game development studio. The acquisition will allow DigixArt to grow its team and continue to focus on creating innovative, narrative games.
buyer parent: Embracer Group
buyer: Koch Media
Austria-based Koch Media is a leading, independent producer and marketer of digital entertainment products and accessories. Its business areas include distribution of media products, including movies, videogames and software products, and games publishing under the Deep Silver label. "
 target: DigixArt
Based in France, Digixart is an award-winning games development studio. With experience in mobile, PC and console games development, DigixArt is the creative force behind critically acclaimed titles “Lost in Harmony”, “11-11 Memories Retold,” and “Road 96”.
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closed 7/29/2021 via Company Press Release

Animoca Brands, acquired Blowfish Studios

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synopsis: Animoca Brands, a mobile game developer in Hong Kong, has acquired Blowfish Studios, an independent game development and publishing studio in Australia. Blowfish creates best-in-class interactive experiences that focus on high-end 3D visuals and creative gameplay. Their titles include Blackwind, Base One, KungFu Kickball, and more.
buyer: Animoca Brands (ASX:AB1:$8.69)
Hong Kong-based Animoca Brands leverages gamification, blockchain, and AI technologies to develop and publish a broad portfolio of mobile products including games such as The Sandbox and Crazy Kings as well as products based on popular intellectual properties such as Garfield and Thomas & Friends. "
 target: Blowfish Studios
Blowfish Studios is an an independent game development and publishing studio in Australia. Blowfish creates best-in-class interactive experiences that focus on high-end 3D visuals and creative gameplay. Their titles include Blackwind, Base One, KungFu Kickball, and more.
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$6.63
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closed 7/22/2021 via gamesindustry.biz

Tencent Holdings Ltd., acquired Stunlock Studios

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synopsis: Tencent has announced it has taken a majority stake in Stunlock Studios. Founded in Skövde in 2010, Stunlock Studios is a Swedish game developer that has developed titles such as Bloodline Champions, Dead Island: Epidemic, and most recently Battlerite Royale.
buyer: Tencent Holdings Ltd. (SEHK:700:$78,710.17)
Tencent uses technology to enrich the lives of Internet users. Their communications and social platforms connect users to each other, as well as to digital content and services such as games, video, music and literature. Their infrastructure services create differentiated offerings. "
 target: Stunlock Studios
Founded in Skövde in 2010, Stunlock Studios is a Swedish game developer that has developed titles such as Bloodline Champions, Dead Island: Epidemic, and most recently Battlerite Royale.
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closed 7/1/2021 via Company Press Release

Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC, acquired Nixxes Software B.V.

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synopsis: Sony Interactive Entertainment (“SIE”) announced that SIE has completed the acquisition of Nixxes Software B.V., an industry-leading Dutch studio with more than 20 years of experience in game development and optimization. Based in Utrecht, Netherlands, Nixxes will join PlayStation Studios Technology, Creative & Services Group.
buyer parent: Sony Corporation
buyer: Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC
Recognized as a global leader in interactive and digital entertainment, Sony Interactive Entertainment is responsible for the PlayStation® brand and family of products and services. PlayStation has delivered innovation to the market since the launch of the original PlayStation in Japan in 1994. "
 target: Nixxes Software B.V.
Nixxes Software B.V. is an industry-leading Dutch studio with more than 20 years of experience in game development and optimization. Nixxes is regarded for their work on handling PC Ports for Crystal Dynamics, IO Interactive and Eidos Interactive.
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closed 6/30/2021 via BusinessWire

Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC, acquired Housemarque

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synopsis: Sony Interactive Entertainment, a global leader in interactive and digital entertainment, has acquired Housemarque, a video game development studio in Finland. Housemarque develops top-notch games with a focus on tight gameplay, impeccable audiovisual execution, and technical excellence. Their titles include Returnal, Nex Machina, Resogun and more.
buyer parent: Sony Corporation
buyer: Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC
Recognized as a global leader in interactive and digital entertainment, Sony Interactive Entertainment is responsible for the PlayStation® brand and family of products and services. PlayStation has delivered innovation to the market since the launch of the original PlayStation in Japan in 1994. "
 target: Housemarque
Housemarque is a video game development studio in Finland. Housemarque develops top-notch games with a focus on tight gameplay, impeccable audiovisual execution, and technical excellence. Their titles include Returnal, Nex Machina, Matterfall, Resogun, Outland, and more.
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closed 6/4/2021 via gamesindustry.biz

Facebook, acquired Unit 2 Games

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synopsis: Facebook has acquired Unit 2 Games, an award-winning 40 person independent games studio based in Leamington Spa, UK. They are the developer behind free-to-play game creation and sharing tool Crayta. They plan to integrate Crayta’s creation toolset into Facebook Gaming’s cloud platform.
buyer: Facebook (FB:$94,399.00)
Facebook is a social utility that helps people better understand the world around them. Facebook develops technologies that facilitate the spread of information through social networks allowing people to share information online the same way they do in the real world. "
 target: Unit 2 Games
Unit 2 Games is an award-winning 40 person independent games studio based in Leamington Spa, UK. They are the developer behind free-to-play game creation and sharing tool Crayta.
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closed 6/2/2021 via BusinessWire

Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc., acquired Nordeus Limited

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synopsis: Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. has acquired privately-held Nordeus, a mobile games company based in Belgrade, Serbia, best known for Top Eleven, the world’s most successful mobile soccer management game with over 240 million registered users.
buyer: Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (TTWO:$3,372.77)
Headquartered in New York City, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is a leading developer, publisher and marketer of interactive entertainment for consumers around the globe. "
 target: Nordeus Limited
Founded in 2010, Nordeus is a mobile games company based in Belgrade, Serbia, best known for Top Eleven, the world’s most successful mobile soccer management game with over 240 million registered users.
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announced 5/27/2021 via BNC Analysis

Zordix AB, will acquire Merge Games Ltd.

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synopsis: UK-based video games publisher and developer Merge Games has been acquired by Swedish company Zordix. Merge Games was founded in 2010, and has gone on to publish and distribute the likes of Darkest Dungeon, Dead Cells, Cloudpunk and Streets of Rage 4.
buyer: Zordix AB (NGM:ZORDIX B:$4.09)
Zordix is a multinational game developer & publisher with its headquarter in Umeå in northern Sweden. Zordix is divided into four main units: Zordix Racing, Dimfrost Studio, Invictus Games and Zordix Publishing. "
 target: Merge Games Ltd.
Merge Games is a games publisher, based in England, that is privately owned by Australian, Luke Keighran. Merge comprises a mixture of experienced industry veterans and enthusiastic youth - the combination makes for a strong group of people all dedicated to the business of publishing indie games.
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announced 5/20/2021 via BusinessWire

Jam City, will acquire Ludia, Inc.

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synopsis: Jam City, a leader in mobile entertainment, is to acquire Montreal-based Ludia from FremantleMedia Canada Inc. Ludia is one of Canada's leading mobile video game companies. Its portfolio includes original games based on internationally recognized brands such as Jurassic World Alive, Lovelink, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Legends and much more.
buyer: Jam City
Jam City is a leader in mobile entertainment, providing unique and deeply engaging games that appeal to broad global audiences. Jam City has studios in Los Angeles (HQ), Burbank, San Francisco, San Diego, Bogotá, Toronto, Buenos Aires, and Berlin. "
 target parent: Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA
target: Ludia, Inc.
Ludia Inc. is one of Canada's leading mobile video game companies. Its high-quality portfolio includes original games based on internationally recognized brands such as Jurassic World Alive, Warriors of Waterdeep, Lovelink, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Legends and much more.
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$175
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announced 5/19/2021 via PR Newswire

Platinum Equity, LLC, will acquire Game Taco, Inc.

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synopsis: Platinum Equity announced the signing of an agreement to acquire Game Taco, a premier skill-based mobile gaming platform that joins gamers from around the world to play and compete in tournaments for fun and cash prizes.
buyer: Platinum Equity, LLC
Platinum Equity is a global investment firm with more than $19 billion of assets under management and a portfolio of approximately 40 operating companies that serve customers around the world. Platinum Equity specializes in mergers, acquisitions, and operations—a trademarked strategy it calls M&A&O."
 target: Game Taco, Inc.
Game Taco, founded by Joshua Barrow in 2016, is an online skill-based game tournament platform. It is designed to provide a fun, friendly, and trusted destination for users to play skill-based games against opponents of similar ability for fun and cash prizes.
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closed 5/12/2021 via gamesindustry.biz

THQ Nordic AB, acquired Appeal Studios

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synopsis: Embracer Group has announced that they have acquired Appeal Studios. Appeal Studios is a premier game development studio, located in Belgium, that’s brought together a team of veteran game developers.
buyer parent: Embracer Group
buyer: THQ Nordic AB (OM:THQN B:$596.89)
Austria-based THQ Nordic acquires, develops and publishes PC and console games for the global games market. The company is a major player within game and partner publishing with an extensive catalogue of over 100 owned franchises, such as Saints Row, Dead Island, and Darksiders amongst others. "
 target: Appeal Studios
Appeal Studios is a premier game development studio, located in Belgium, that’s brought together a team of veteran game developers. They bring games to life across a wide array of gaming platforms. One of their most famous games is the 1999 cult classic, Outcast.
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Konami Corporation
Konami Corporation
Konami Corporation develops, publishes, markets, and distributes video game software products for stationary and portable consoles, as well as for use on personal computers. It operates in three segments: Digital Entertainment, Gaming & Systems, and Health & Fitness.
year
2012
rev ($mm)
$265,758.00
EBITDA ($mm)
$51,370.00
EBIT ($mm)
$41,292.00
Net Income ($mm)
$23,012.00
Employees
5362
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Ticker: SEHK:700
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Tencent Holdings Ltd.
Tencent Holdings Ltd.
Tencent Holdings Limited is an investment holding company involved in providing internet and mobile value-added services (VAS), online advertising services and e-commerce transactions services
year
2021
rev ($mm)
$78,710.17
EBITDA ($mm)
$28,011.62
EBIT ($mm)
$20,392.54
Net Income ($mm)
$27,620.00
Employees
89228
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Ticker: TSE:7974
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Nintendo
Nintendo
Nintendo Co., Ltd. is a Japanese multinational consumer electronics company headquartered in Kyoto, Japan. Nintendo is the world's largest video game company by revenue.
year
2020
rev ($mm)
$15,905.43
EBITDA ($mm)
$5,443.81
EBIT ($mm)
$5,349.32
Net Income ($mm)
$3,988.30
Employees
6200
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Ticker: NTES
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
NetEase, Inc.
NetEase, Inc.
NetEase, Inc. is a leading internet technology company in China. Dedicated to providing online services centered around content, community, communication and commerce, NetEase develops some of China’s most popular PC-client and mobile games, e-commerce businesses, advertising and e-mail services.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$10,750.03
EBITDA ($mm)
$1,998.42
EBIT ($mm)
$1,637.88
Net Income ($mm)
$1,273.77
Employees
23687
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Ticker: ATVI
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Activision Blizzard
Activision Blizzard
Activision Blizzard, Inc., a member of the S&P 500, is the world's most successful standalone interactive entertainment company. Activision Blizzard develops and publishes games based on some of the most beloved entertainment franchises, including Call of Duty, Guitar Hero, and World of Warcraft.
year
2016
rev ($mm)
$5,946.00
EBITDA ($mm)
$1,893.00
EBIT ($mm)
$1,279.00
Net Income ($mm)
$872.00
Employees
7190
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Ticker: NasdaqGS:EA
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Electronic Arts Inc.
Electronic Arts Inc.
Electronic Arts (EA) is a global leader in digital interactive entertainment. The Company develops and delivers games, content and online services for Internet-connected consoles, mobile devices and personal computers. EA has more than 300 million registered players around the world.
year
2021
rev ($mm)
$5,629.00
EBITDA ($mm)
$1,227.00
EBIT ($mm)
$1,046.00
Net Income ($mm)
$837.00
Employees
9800
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Ticker: TTWO
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc.
Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc.
Take-Two Interactive Software develops and distributes games for PCs, as well as for Sony PlayStation, Nintendo, and SEGA game consoles. The company has distribution operations in Australia, North America, Europe, Scandinavia, and the UK. Other titles include Fly!, Earthworm Jim 3-D, and Darkstone.
year
2021
rev ($mm)
$3,372.77
EBITDA ($mm)
$759.29
EBIT ($mm)
$670.74
Net Income ($mm)
$588.89
Employees
6495
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Ticker: SGAMY
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sega Sammy Holdings Inc.
Sega Sammy Holdings Inc.
The SEGA SAMMY Group is involved in a wide range of business operations, encompassing Sammy’s pachislot and pachinko machine business; entertainment contents business focused on SEGA Group’s digital game business; and resort business, which is represented by the development and operation of hotels.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$3,024.74
EBITDA ($mm)
$300.70
EBIT ($mm)
$110.24
Net Income ($mm)
$24.10
Employees
7726
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Ticker: TSE:3659
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
NEXON Co., Ltd.
NEXON Co., Ltd.
Based in Japan, NEXON Co. is a global leader in online games, with more than 100 live games operated across more than 190 countries. Nexon pioneered micro-transactions and the free-to-play business model, and is widely credited with unmatched global expertise in sophisticated live game operations.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$2,372.01
EBITDA ($mm)
$1,035.14
EBIT ($mm)
$970.78
Net Income ($mm)
$1,059.35
Employees
6441
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Ticker: KOSE:A251270
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Netmarble
Netmarble Games Corp. strives to entertain audiences of all ages, and around the world, by providing great mobile gaming experiences. Established in Korea in 2000, Netmarble is the fastest-growing mobile game company in Asia and consistently ranks as a top mobile developer and publisher worldwide.
year
2021
rev ($mm)
$2,203.86
EBITDA ($mm)
$362.94
EBIT ($mm)
$266.96
Net Income ($mm)
$275.69
Employees
779
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Ticker: ENXTPA:UBI
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Ubisoft Entertainment S.A.
Ubisoft Entertainment S.A.
Ubisoft is a leading producer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment products worldwide and has grown considerably through a strong and diversified line-up of products and partnerships.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$1,959.78
EBITDA ($mm)
($11.18)
EBIT ($mm)
$138.09
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
15913
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Ticker: OM:EMBRAC B
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Embracer Group
Embracer Group
Embracer Group is a Swedish video game holding company. Embracer Group is the parent company of THQ Nordic, Koch Media and Coffee Stain. The Group has an extensive catalogue of over 130 owned franchises, such as Saints Row, Goat Simulator, Dead Island, Darksiders, Metro, MX vs ATV, and more.
year
2021
rev ($mm)
$1,366.03
EBITDA ($mm)
$267.41
EBIT ($mm)
($54.89)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
6325
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Ticker: TSE:3632
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Gree, Inc.
Gree, Inc.
GREE develops games at its studios in Japan, North America, and South Korea, producing high-ranking titles in the app markets of each region. The company was founded in 2004.
year
2018
rev ($mm)
$703.90
EBITDA ($mm)
$97.60
EBIT ($mm)
$85.11
Net Income ($mm)
$42.53
Employees
1416
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Ticker: SEHK:777
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
NetDragon WebSoft Inc.
NetDragon WebSoft Inc.
NetDragon Websoft Inc. is a leading innovator and creative force in China's online gaming and mobile internet industries. NetDragon offers many well-known mobile Internet products and services, including 91 Assistant, HiMarket, 91 Launcher,91 Panda Reader,sj.91.com and www.hiapk.com.
year
2017
rev ($mm)
$615.68
EBITDA ($mm)
$29.42
EBIT ($mm)
($7.39)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
6446
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Ticker: NasdaqGS:BILI
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Bilibili Inc.
Bilibili Inc.
Bilibili represents the iconic brand of online entertainment with a mission to enrich the everyday life of young generations in China. Bilibili is a full-spectrum online entertainment world covering a wide array of genres and media formats, including videos, live broadcasting and mobile games.
year
2018
rev ($mm)
$537.71
EBITDA ($mm)
($23.79)
EBIT ($mm)
($72.85)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
1903
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