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closed 2/1/2021 via BNC Analysis

Play Magnus AS, acquired New In Chess

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synopsis: Play Magnus Group, a Norwegian chess training platform, has acquired New In Chess, the world's leading chess magazine. New In Chess features interviews, chess training and historical articles, and game comments by the world's leading players. The company also publishes chess books about opening theory, chess history, and more.
buyer: Play Magnus AS (OB:PMG-ME:$7.90)
Headquartered in Norway, Play Magnus is a chess training platform. Magnus Trainer’s effective and engaging lessons are perfect for total beginners to intermediate players, but also includes advanced topics for experienced players and lifelong learners. "
 target: New In Chess
New In Chess is the world's leading chess magazine. New In Chess features on-the-spot tournament reports, interviews, chess training and historical articles, and game comments by the world's leading players. The company also publishes chess books about opening theory, chess history, and more.
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closed 3/4/2021 via BNC Analysis

Play Magnus AS, acquired Everyman Chess

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synopsis: Play Magnus Group, a Norwegian chess training platform, has acquired Everyman Chess, the world's leading chess book publisher. Everyman Chess publishes chess books for every level of player. Their catalog of over 400 titles includes books by chess grandmasters all over the world, including Garry Kasparov, Yasser Seirawan, and Alexei Shirov.
buyer: Play Magnus AS (OB:PMG-ME:$7.90)
Headquartered in Norway, Play Magnus is a chess training platform. Magnus Trainer’s effective and engaging lessons are perfect for total beginners to intermediate players, but also includes advanced topics for experienced players and lifelong learners. "
 target: Everyman Chess
Everyman Chess is the world's leading chess book publisher. Everyman Chess publishes chess books for every level of player. Their catalog of over 400 titles includes books by chess grandmasters all over the world, including Garry Kasparov, Yasser Seirawan, Vladimir Kramnik, and Alexei Shirov.
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closed 7/17/2019 via BusinessWire

Valnet Inc., acquired Game Rant

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synopsis: Valnet Inc., an online media publisher, has acquired GameRant.com, the popular and authoritative media outlet for video game related news, reviews, and discussion. They offer sharp analytical commentary on gaming, thoughtful reviews and fun list and countdown posts.
buyer parent: Valsoft Corp
buyer: Valnet Inc.
Valnet, a leader in Online Media Publishing, creates and distributes original content for its brands and audiences, worldwide. Valnet has acquired and developed a variety of web properties including movie and TV news website ScreenRant.com. "
 target: Game Rant
GameRant.com is a video game news site that brings readers the latest news on the hottest games available now and coming soon, plus reviews, trailers, editorial features and more. Sharp analytical commentary on gaming, thoughtful reviews and fun list and countdown posts.
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closed 7/26/2018 via GlobeNewswire

Enthusiast Gaming Inc., acquired The Escapist

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synopsis: Enthusiast Gaming, an online network of websites devoted to video gaming and Canada's largest video-gaming expo, has acquired The Escapist Magazine, a leading online magazine focused on in-depth coverage of the video game industry in addition to movies, comics, TV, and more.
buyer: Enthusiast Gaming Inc. (TSXV:EGLX:$79.55)
Enthusiast owns and operates an online network of websites devoted to video gaming and Canada's largest video-gaming expo. Between its online digital media properties, its network of partner websites, and video-gaming gaming expo, Enthusiast engages millions of video gaming enthusiasts worldwide. "
 target parent: Zelnick Media Capital
target: The Escapist
The Escapist covers digital culture with a progressive editorial style, with articles and columns by the top writers in and outside of the digital entertainment industry.
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announced 6/23/2016 via Company Press Release

Future plc, will acquire Imagine Publishing Limited

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synopsis: Future, an award-winning international media group and leading digital publisher, has agreed terms to acquire Imagine Publishing Limited, one of the UK’s fastest-growing consumer technology publishers.
buyer: Future plc (LSE:FUTR:$478.54)
Future is an award-winning international media group and leading digital publisher. They reach more than 51 million international consumers a month and create world-class content and advertising solutions online, on tablet & smartphone and in print. "
 target: Imagine Publishing Limited
Imagine publishing is one of the UK’s fastest-growing consumer technology publishers, with 20 magazines, 200 bookazines, 30 apps and 30 websites published worldwide within four key market sectors - knowledge/science, technology, photography and videogames.
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closed 6/5/2014 via BNC Analysis

Webedia SAS, acquired JeuxVideo.com

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synopsis: Webedia, the 10th largest French media company on the internet, has announced its acquisition of JeuxVideo.com from Hi-Media. JeuxVideo.com offers an online news magazine for video games, personal computers and consoles.
buyer parent: Fimalac SA
buyer: Webedia SAS
Webedia SAS operates as a website publisher. It is the 10th largest French media company on the internet. It hosts a number of websites such as PurePeople, PureTrend, Purefans, Shopoon, Dailyconso, and Onlydesign. "
 target parent: Hi-Media Group
target: JeuxVideo.com
Jeuxvideo.com offers an online news magazine for video games, personal computers and consoles. The company was incorporated in 1998 and is based in Aurillac, France.
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announced 6/2/2009 via PR Newswire

Steve Harris, will acquire Electronic Gaming Monthly

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synopsis: Steve Harris, founder of "Electronic Gaming Monthly" magazine, announced that he has entered into an agreement with Ziff Davis Media to re-acquire certain assets, including trademarks and publishing rights, with plans to re-launch EGM in the second half of 2009.
buyer: Steve Harris
Steve Harris founded Electronic Gaming Monthly in 1988. "
 target parent: Willis Stein & Partners
target: Electronic Gaming Monthly
Electronic Gaming Monthly (aka EGM) was launched in 1988 by Steve Harris to provide independent news, reviews, and other content of interest to video game enthusiasts. The magazine enjoyed rapid success that continued after Harris sold the publication to Ziff Davis in 1996.
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closed 2/3/2009 via BusinessWire

Gamefly, Inc., acquired Shacknews, Ltd.

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synopsis: GameFly.com, the leading subscription-based videogame rental company, announced that it has acquired Shacknews Ltd., the parent company of the Web’s leading independent news site, Shacknews.com, and videogames-related digital download site, FileShack.com.
buyer: Gamefly, Inc.
GameFly™ is the leading online video game rental service. eFly™ is the leading online video game rental service. With a choice of more than 6,000 titles, GameFly offers the widest selection of games for the PlayStation® 2, PlayStation® 3, Xbox™ etc.. without the hassle of due dates or late fees. "
 target: Shacknews, Ltd.
Founded in 1995 by Steve Gibson, Shacknews Ltd. has been a leader in online video game information and downloads for over a decade. Shacknews.com and FileShack.com are home to one of the largest and most active gaming communities in the world.
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closed 8/16/2006 via BusinessWire

AOL, LLC., acquired GameDAILY

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synopsis: AOL LLC announced today that it has acquired GameDaily, one of the Internet's leading independent video game publications, from Gigex, Inc. AOL's agreement with Gigex closed on August 10th, 2006. Financial terms were not disclosed.
buyer parent: Time Warner, Inc.
buyer: AOL, LLC. (AOL:$2,569.00)
AOL is a leading global Web services company with an extensive suite of brands and offerings and a substantial worldwide audience. AOL’s business spans online content, products and services that the company offers to consumers, publishers and advertisers. "
 target parent: Gigex, Inc.
target: GameDAILY
GameDaily is the Internet's leading independent video game publication, serving the mainstream gaming audience and industry decision makers. GameDaily reaches the coveted demographic of consumers ages 18 to 34.
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closed 5/12/2005 via Reuters

Future plc, acquired Echo Software and Hardware LLC

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synopsis: Magazine publisher Future Plc said it bought Cheat Planet, a U.S. computer games website, from Echo Software and Hardware LLC for $8.7 million cash.
buyer: Future plc (LSE:FUTR:$478.54)
Future plc is an international special-interest media group. Founded in 1985 with one UK magazine, today it creates over 150 special-interest publications, websites and events with strong portfolios in the computing, games, music, automotive, sports, crafts and leisure sectors. "
 target: Echo Software and Hardware LLC
Echo Software and Hardware LLC operates Cheat Planet, a U.S. computer games website.
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announced 11/13/2012 via BNC Analysis

NosJuniors.com, will acquire NumeriKids

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synopsis: NosJuniors.com, the information site for parents acquires rival NumeriKids, who publishes an online magazine about the digital environment of children for an unknown amount. Numerikids.com specializes in news and trends on the digital environment for children, whether it be video games, tablets, smartphones and dedicated application environments.
buyer: NosJuniors.com
Nos Juniors is an online magazine dedicated to parents of children aged 6-12 years. NosJuniors.com aims to answer key questions posed by parents of children between 6 and 12 years in all areas of daily life. "
 target: NumeriKids
NumeriKids operates as an internet magazine which offers information about current events and trends relating to the digital environment of children, regarding video games, tablets, smart phones, and dedicated application environments.
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closed 8/22/2018 via Company Press Release

Dexerto Limited, acquired Charlie INTEL

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synopsis: Dexerto is delighted to welcome charlieINTEL.com and fortniteINTEL.com to their fast-growing network of platforms covering esports, gaming and digital stars. charlieINTEL.com is a news site dedicated to delivering the latest news on the popular Call of Duty first-person shooter franchise.
buyer: Dexerto Limited
Dexerto is a global provider of esports and entertainment news, videos and live broadcasting. They offer an unmatched insight into the lives of professional gamers and Internet-grown celebrities, blending sports-style and lifestyle coverage. "
 target: Charlie INTEL
charlieINTEL.com is a news site dedicated to delivering the latest news on the popular Call of Duty first-person shooter franchise. charlieINTEL is one of the biggest Call of Duty fan community sites. Associated site, FortniteIntel.com, is a new site dedicated to Epic Games' Fortnite Battle Royale.
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closed 3/14/2018 via Company Press Release

Gfinity plc, acquired RealSport

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synopsis: Gfinity plc, a leading international esports entertainment group, announced that it has acquired the entire issued share capital of RealSM Limited, owner of the fan-oriented digital sports media platform, RealSport. Founded in January 2016, RealSport provides sports fans with all the latest news from across the globe.
buyer: Gfinity plc (AIM:GFIN:$5.99)
Founded in 2012, Gfinity has established itself as one of the world's leading esports companies. The London-based business enjoys strong relationships with game publishers, players and the wider esports community and has built a solid reputation for delivering high quality competitions. "
 target: RealSport
RealSport is a fan-oriented, tech-forward sports media platform with commitment to simple UI and quality and exciting original content, from Football to eSports. RealSport believes in providing the highest quality original and unique content, written by real sports fans.
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announced 1/14/2017 via BNC Analysis

Brooklyn Indie Games will be merged with Galileo Games,

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synopsis: Brooklyn Indie Games, a boutique tabletop role-playing, board, and card game publisher, is merging with Galileo Games, publisher of fiction and tabletop role-playing games. Brooklyn Indie Games has created and published Ghost Pirates, Backstory Cards, Omega Zone, and Heartcatchers.
buyer: Galileo Games
Galileo Games is a publisher of innovative role-playing games and fiction. Galileo was founded in 1996 by Brennan Taylor to publish his fantasy role-playing game The Legend of Yore. "
 target: Brooklyn Indie Games
Brooklyn Indie Games is a small game publisher and professional services provider in Brooklyn that brings independent designers and artists together to create great games.
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closed 11/18/2020 via BNC Analysis

Play Magnus AS, acquired iChess.net

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synopsis: Play Magnus Group, a Norwegian chess training platform, has acquired iChess.net, a chess content company. iChess.net publishes free and paid chess videos and articles. They have produced more than 400 chess courses with 2,000 hours of premium chess video content. They offer courses for beginners, advanced chess, attacking chess, and more.
buyer: Play Magnus AS (OB:PMG-ME:$7.90)
Headquartered in Norway, Play Magnus is a chess training platform. Magnus Trainer’s effective and engaging lessons are perfect for total beginners to intermediate players, but also includes advanced topics for experienced players and lifelong learners. "
 target: iChess.net
iChess.net is a chess content company. iChess.net publishes free and paid chess videos and articles. They have produced more than 400 chess courses with 2,000 hours of premium chess video content. They offer courses for beginners, advanced chess, attacking chess, and more.
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announced 11/13/2020 via BNC Analysis

BC Partners, will acquire Keesing Media Group B.V.

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synopsis: BC Partners, a leading UK investment firm, will acquire Keesing Media Group from Ergon Capital, a mid-market investment company. Keesing Media Group is one of the biggest publishers of puzzle magazines in Europe. From arrowwords to sudokus, and more, Keesing offers all kinds of puzzle varieties.
buyer: BC Partners
UK-based BC Partners is a leading international investment firm with over €23 billion of assets under management in private equity, private credit and real estate. BC Partners has played an active role in developing the European buy-out market for three decades. "
 target parent: Ergon Capital Partners
target: Keesing Media Group B.V.
Keesing Media Group is one of the biggest publishers of puzzle magazines in Europe. With a print run of 86 million puzzle magazines on an annual basis, Keesing has conquered the hearts of millions of puzzle fans. From arrowwords to sudokus, and more, Keesing offers all kinds of puzzle varieties.
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$355
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closed 5/31/2019 via DGAP

Keesing Media Group B.V., purchased Puzzle and Sudoku Magazine Business from Bastei Luebbe

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synopsis: Keesing Media Group, one of the biggest publishers of puzzle magazines in Europe, has acquired Bastei Lübbe AG's puzzle and Sudoku magazine business. Bastei Lübbe is a German publishing house. Their puzzle and Sudoku magazine business includes 33 puzzle magazines under the PMV brand.
buyer parent: Ergon Capital Partners
buyer: Keesing Media Group B.V.
Keesing Media Group is one of the biggest publishers of puzzle magazines in Europe. With a print run of 86 million puzzle magazines on an annual basis, Keesing has conquered the hearts of millions of puzzle fans. From arrowwords to sudokus, and more, Keesing offers all kinds of puzzle varieties. "
 seller: Bastei Luebbe (DB:BST:$77.74)
Bastei Lübbe AG's puzzle and Sudoku magazine business includes 33 puzzle magazines under the PMV brand. Bastei Lübbe is a German publishing house based in Cologne specialising in the publication of books, audio books and e-books with fiction and popular science content.
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announced 7/19/2017 via Company Press Release

Ergon Capital Partners, will acquire Keesing Media Group B.V.

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synopsis: Ergon Capital Partners, a mid-market investment company, will acquire Keesing Media Group from Telegraaf Media Groep, one of the largest media companies in the Netherlands. Keesing Media Group is one of the biggest publishers of puzzle magazines in Europe. They have a print run of 86 million puzzle magazines on an annual basis.
buyer: Ergon Capital Partners
Ergon is a mid-market investment company with ~€500 million under management backed by Groupe Bruxelles Lambert Ergon is a disciplined and discreet value investor, which provides "patient and friendly capital" to entrepreneurs and managers. "
 target parent: Telegraaf Media Groep N.V.
target: Keesing Media Group B.V.
Keesing Media Group is one of the biggest publishers of puzzle magazines in Europe. With a print run of 86 million puzzle magazines on an annual basis, Keesing has conquered the hearts of millions of puzzle fans. From arrowwords to sudokus, and more, Keesing offers all kinds of puzzle varieties.
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closed 6/21/2017 via PR Newswire

Enthusiast Gaming Inc., acquired Destructoid

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synopsis: Enthusiast Gaming Inc., the fastest growing online community of video gamers, is excited to announce that it has acquired Destructoid.com, a leading online authority for over 10 years as the alternative to mainstream gaming news sites and a sought-after destination for gamers to blog about their favorite video games.
buyer: Enthusiast Gaming Inc. (TSXV:EGLX:$79.55)
Enthusiast Gaming is the fastest growing online community of video gamers. Together with its owned digital properties and live events, it reaches over 50 million gamers monthly across 50 websites worldwide. "
 target: Destructoid
Based in San Francisco, Destructoid has been a leading online authority for over 10 years as the alternative to mainstream gaming news sites and a sought-after destination for gamers to blog about their favorite video games. They consistently attract 5 million monthly visitors.
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closed 3/31/2017 via BNC Analysis

Resero Network, acquired VideoGamer.com

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synopsis: Resero Network, the firm behind Xbox Achievements and PlayStation Trophies, announced the acquisition of VideoGamer.com, a London-based website focused on video game news, reviews, previews and videos. The website was formerly owned by Candy Banana.
buyer: Resero Network
Resero Network, the firm behind Xbox Achievements and PlayStation Trophies, is a network that offers video game reviews, trailers and interviews. They are based in London, England. "
 target parent: Candy Banana
target: VideoGamer.com
VideoGamer.com is a London-based website focused on video game news, reviews, previews and videos. They offer the best in video and written video game coverage on the internet, specializing on PS4, Xbox One, PS3, Xbox 360, Wii U and PC.
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closed 2/1/2021 via BNC Analysis

Play Magnus AS, acquired New In Chess

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synopsis: Play Magnus Group, a Norwegian chess training platform, has acquired New In Chess, the world's leading chess magazine. New In Chess features interviews, chess training and historical articles, and game comments by the world's leading players. The company also publishes chess books about opening theory, chess history, and more.
buyer: Play Magnus AS (OB:PMG-ME:$7.90)
Headquartered in Norway, Play Magnus is a chess training platform. Magnus Trainer’s effective and engaging lessons are perfect for total beginners to intermediate players, but also includes advanced topics for experienced players and lifelong learners. "
 target: New In Chess
New In Chess is the world's leading chess magazine. New In Chess features on-the-spot tournament reports, interviews, chess training and historical articles, and game comments by the world's leading players. The company also publishes chess books about opening theory, chess history, and more.
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closed 5/19/2021 via BNC Analysis

Play Magnus AS, acquired Aimchess

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synopsis: Norway-based Play Magnus Group, a global leader in the chess industry, has acquired Aimchess.com, a chess training and analytics startup. Aimchess is a fast-growing chess analytics startup in Estonia powered by AI that delivers personalized insights and training exercises based on users’ historical games.
buyer: Play Magnus AS (OB:PMG-ME:$7.90)
Headquartered in Norway, Play Magnus Group is a global leader in the chess industry focused on providing premier digital experiences for millions of chess players and students. The company offers e-learning and entertainment services via its market-leading brands. "
 target: Aimchess
Based in Estonia, Aimchess is a chess analytics startup powered by AI that delivers personalized insights and training exercises based on users’ historical games. Aimchess offers free services to all users and a monthly subscription upgrade for unlimited access to insights and training tools.
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closed 3/4/2021 via BNC Analysis

Play Magnus AS, acquired Everyman Chess

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synopsis: Play Magnus Group, a Norwegian chess training platform, has acquired Everyman Chess, the world's leading chess book publisher. Everyman Chess publishes chess books for every level of player. Their catalog of over 400 titles includes books by chess grandmasters all over the world, including Garry Kasparov, Yasser Seirawan, and Alexei Shirov.
buyer: Play Magnus AS (OB:PMG-ME:$7.90)
Headquartered in Norway, Play Magnus is a chess training platform. Magnus Trainer’s effective and engaging lessons are perfect for total beginners to intermediate players, but also includes advanced topics for experienced players and lifelong learners. "
 target: Everyman Chess
Everyman Chess is the world's leading chess book publisher. Everyman Chess publishes chess books for every level of player. Their catalog of over 400 titles includes books by chess grandmasters all over the world, including Garry Kasparov, Yasser Seirawan, Vladimir Kramnik, and Alexei Shirov.
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closed 2/1/2021 via BNC Analysis

Play Magnus AS, acquired New In Chess

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synopsis: Play Magnus Group, a Norwegian chess training platform, has acquired New In Chess, the world's leading chess magazine. New In Chess features interviews, chess training and historical articles, and game comments by the world's leading players. The company also publishes chess books about opening theory, chess history, and more.
buyer: Play Magnus AS (OB:PMG-ME:$7.90)
Headquartered in Norway, Play Magnus is a chess training platform. Magnus Trainer’s effective and engaging lessons are perfect for total beginners to intermediate players, but also includes advanced topics for experienced players and lifelong learners. "
 target: New In Chess
New In Chess is the world's leading chess magazine. New In Chess features on-the-spot tournament reports, interviews, chess training and historical articles, and game comments by the world's leading players. The company also publishes chess books about opening theory, chess history, and more.
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closed 11/18/2020 via BNC Analysis

Play Magnus AS, acquired iChess.net

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synopsis: Play Magnus Group, a Norwegian chess training platform, has acquired iChess.net, a chess content company. iChess.net publishes free and paid chess videos and articles. They have produced more than 400 chess courses with 2,000 hours of premium chess video content. They offer courses for beginners, advanced chess, attacking chess, and more.
buyer: Play Magnus AS (OB:PMG-ME:$7.90)
Headquartered in Norway, Play Magnus is a chess training platform. Magnus Trainer’s effective and engaging lessons are perfect for total beginners to intermediate players, but also includes advanced topics for experienced players and lifelong learners. "
 target: iChess.net
iChess.net is a chess content company. iChess.net publishes free and paid chess videos and articles. They have produced more than 400 chess courses with 2,000 hours of premium chess video content. They offer courses for beginners, advanced chess, attacking chess, and more.
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closed 9/4/2019 via Financial Times

Play Magnus AS, acquired Chessable

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synopsis: Play Magnus, Norway's chess training platform whose effective and engaging lessons are perfect for beginners to intermediate players and lifelong learners, has acquired Chessable, the UK-based platform that hosts chess courses pitched at levels from beginner to expert, and includes interactive demonstrations, text explanations and video tutorials.
buyer: Play Magnus AS (OB:PMG-ME:$7.90)
Headquartered in Norway, Play Magnus is a chess training platform. Magnus Trainer’s effective and engaging lessons are perfect for total beginners to intermediate players, but also includes advanced topics for experienced players and lifelong learners. "
 target: Chessable
Chessable, the UK-based platform hosts chess courses pitched at levels from beginner to expert, and includes interactive demonstrations, text explanations and video tutorials. Their user base skews towards more experienced players and includes chief executives of several European and American firms.
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closed 11/7/2018 via BNC Analysis

Discord, acquired Blitz Esports

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synopsis: Discord, a VoIP application and digital distribution platform designed for video gaming communities, has acquired Blitz Esports, one of the premier media publications in esports, specializing in educational video content for League of Legends, CS:GO and Overwatch.
buyer: Discord
Discord is a VoIP application and digital distribution platform designed for video gaming communities, that specializes in text, image, video and audio communication between users in a chat channel. Discord runs on Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, Linux, and in web browsers. "
 target: Blitz Esports
Blitz Esports is a tech and media startup focused on bridging the gap between esports fandom and personal gameplay. They are one of the premier media publications in esports, specializing in educational video content for League of Legends, CS:GO and Overwatch.
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closed 6/4/2021 via BNC Analysis

Gold Town Games AB, acquired Grand Pike

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synopsis: Gold Town Games, a game development company in Sweden, has acquired a 53.3% stake in Grand Pike, a mobile gaming studio in Sweden. Grand Pike aims to create engaging games with high player value. Their first title, Spelldust, is a wizard themed real-time strategy game that allows players to duel each other with spell cards.
buyer: Gold Town Games AB (NGM:GTG MTF:$1.89)
Gold Town Games AB is a game development company based in Skelleftea, Sweden. The company consists of a group of people with solid experience in the free-to-play format for mobile games. The company focuses on sports management games for the two largest mobile platforms iOS and Android. "
 target: Grand Pike
Grand Pike is a mobile gaming studio in Sweden. Grand Pike aims to create engaging games with high player value. Their first title, Spelldust, is a wizard themed real-time strategy game that allows players to duel each other with spell cards.
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closed 5/19/2021 via BNC Analysis

Kasedo Games, acquired Bulwark Studios

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synopsis: Kasedo Games, an indie games publisher in the UK, has acquired a majority stake in Bulwark Studios, an independent video game developer in France. Bulwark Studios specializes in developing tactical and strategic RPG games for PC and consoles. Their titles include Crowntakers and Warhammer 40,000 Mechanicus.
buyer: Kasedo Games
Kasedo Games is an indie games publisher in the UK. Kasedo Games works closely together with enthusiastic indie developers and helps them get their game in front of a global audience. Their games include Distant Kingdoms, Filament, Recipe for Disaster, Project Highrise, and more. "
 target: Bulwark Studios
Bulwark Studios is an independent video game developer in France. Bulwark Studios specializes in developing tactical and strategic RPG games for PC and consoles. Their titles include Crowntakers and Warhammer 40,000 Mechanicus.
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closed 4/14/2021 via Reuters

Nuverse (Hong Kong) Ltd, acquired C4games

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synopsis: Nuverse, a video game developer and publisher in Hong Kong, has acquried C4games, a mobile game developer in China. C4games develops high quality role-playing games (RPG) and strategy games that focus on innovation and providing players with enjoyment. Their titles include Red Alert OL, Idle Girl, and I Shall Seal the Heavens.
buyer parent: ByteDance
buyer: Nuverse (Hong Kong) Ltd
Nuverse, based in Hong Kong, is a game development and publishing company for players and developers around the world. They are dedicated to serving gamers worldwide by offering top-tier games, building a global community, and providing fun and inspiring experiences for every gamer. "
 target: C4games
C4games is a mobile game developer in China. C4games develops high quality role-playing games (RPG) and strategy games that focus on innovation and providing players with enjoyment. Their titles include Red Alert OL, Idle Girl, and I Shall Seal the Heavens.
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announced 1/7/2021 via BNC Analysis

505 Games, will acquire Infinity Plus 2

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synopsis: 505 Games, a global video game publisher, will acquire Infinity Plus 2, an Australian video game developer. Infinity Plus 2 specializes in creating puzzle and strategy games in the fantasy genre. Their titles include Puzzle Quest, Puzzle Quest: Galactrix,, Warlords, Warlords Battlecry, Gems of War, and more.
buyer parent: Digital Bros S.p.A.
buyer: 505 Games
505 Games is a global video game publisher focused on offering a broad selection of titles for players of all ages and skill levels. The company publishes and distributes retail and digital premium and free-to-play games on leading consoles, PC and handheld platforms. "
 target: Infinity Plus 2
Infinity Plus 2 is an Australian video game developer. Infinity Plus 2 specializes in creating puzzle and strategy games in the fantasy genre. Their titles include Puzzle Quest, Puzzle Quest: Galactrix,, Warlords, Warlords Battlecry, Gems of War, and more.
price ($mm)
$4.50
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announced 12/29/2020 via Company Press Release

Three Gates AB, will acquire gameXcite GmbH

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synopsis: Three Gates AB, a game development company in Sweden, will acquire gameXcite GmbH, a German video game publisher and developer that develops PC, console and mobile games. gameXcite aims to create fun and innovative online games. Their key title, Asterix & Friends, is a building strategy game with RPG elements.
buyer: Three Gates AB (NGM:GATE:$2.39)
Three Gates AB is a publicly listed game development company based on the island of Gotland, off the east coast of Sweden. Founded in 2011, Three Gates is a team of experienced professionals, all gathered in a unique location with an unwavering drive and passion for the video game sector. "
 target: gameXcite GmbH
gameXcite is a German video game publisher and developer that develops PC, console and mobile games. gameXcite aims to create fun and innovative online games. Their key title, Asterix & Friends, is a building strategy game with RPG elements.
price ($mm)
$1.04
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announced 11/18/2020 via BNC Analysis

Saber Interactive, will acquire Snapshot Games Inc.

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synopsis: Embracer Group will acquire 100 percent of the shares in Snapshot Games.  Snapshot Games will form a part of Embracer’s wholly owned subsidiary Saber Interactive. Snapshot Games, based in USA and Bulgaria, is the independent video game developer behind premium strategy title Phoenix Point.
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: Snapshot Games Inc.
Snapshot Games, based in USA and Bulgaria, is the independent video game developer behind premium strategy title Phoenix Point. The company is founded and led by industry visionary Julian Gollop, recognized as the creator of the X-COM franchise.
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announced 6/3/2019 via Company Press Release

Stillfront Group AB, will acquire KIXEYE, Inc

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synopsis: Sweden's Stillfront Group AB, a global group of gaming studios and a market leader in the free-to-play online strategy games genre, has entered into an agreement to acquire KIXEYE, Inc. a leading developer and publisher of massively multiplayer online real-time strategy games (MMORTS) for PC and mobile devices.
buyer: Stillfront Group AB (OM:SF:$448.48)
Headquartered in Sweden, Stillfront is a global group of gaming studios and a market leader in the free-to-play online strategy games genre. Their diverse and exciting game portfolio has two common themes; loyal users and long lifecycle games. "
 target: KIXEYE, Inc
KIXEYE, Inc is a leading developer and publisher of massively multiplayer online real-time strategy games (MMORTS) for PC and mobile devices with four live games. Their biggest titles are Battle Pirates, War Commander, and VEGA Conflict.
price ($mm)
$90
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closed 5/9/2019 via BNC Analysis

Scopely, acquired Digit Game Studios

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synopsis: Scopely, a global interactive entertainment company and a leading mobile games publisher, has acquired Digit Game Studios, Ireland's largest games developer, home to a talented team and the creator of free-to-play mobile strategy games. Their first game, Kings of the Realm, became a top grossing game in over 50 countries.
buyer: Scopely
Scopely is a global interactive entertainment company and a leading mobile games publisher. With a diverse portfolio of original and beloved franchises, Scopely games are created with world-class partners and provide immersive experiences for millions of casual and core gamers around the world. "
 target: Digit Game Studios
Digit Game Studios is Ireland's largest games developer, home to a talented team and the creator of free-to-play mobile strategy games. Their first game, Kings of the Realm, became a top grossing game in over 50 countries.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
$400
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
0.0x
EV / EBITDA
closed 4/10/2019 via Company Press Release

Vespa Inc, acquired Cocoon Games

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synopsis: Vespa , a strategy MMO game developer and the creator of "King's Raid", acquired Cocoon Games, the developers behind the mobile strategy game “Song of War”. Both companies are based in South Korea.
buyer: Vespa Inc (KOSDAQ:A299910:$109.59)
Vespa, Inc is a leading game developer based in Seoul, South Korea. They are the creators behind "King’s Raid", a mobile game that’s available on all app stores. "
 target: Cocoon Games
Cocoon Games is a mobile game developer based in South Korea. They are the developers behind the strategy game “Song of War”, which is available on all app stores. They are always in the process of developing new games and updating their current projects to keep up with the evolution of gamers.
price ($mm)
$7.30*
rev ($mm)
$0
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EV / rev
50.7x
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closed 9/21/2018 via GlobeNewswire

Stillfront Group AB, acquired Imperia Online JSC

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synopsis: Stillfront Group AB announces its acquisition of 100% of the shares in Imperia Online JSC, a leading game developer and publisher in Southeastern Europe with focus on long term gamer relations. Imperia Online is one of the leading game developer and publishers in Southeastern Europe with 25 released games and over 45 million users worldwide.
buyer: Stillfront Group AB (OM:SF:$448.48)
Stillfront is an independent creator, publisher and distributor of digital games – with a vision to become one of the leading indie game creators and publishers. Stillfront's games are distributed globally, with their main markets in Sweden, Germany, the United States and MENA. "
 target: Imperia Online JSC
Imperia Online is one of the leading game developer and publishers in Southeastern Europe with 25 released games and over 45 million users worldwide. The Company's flagship title is Imperia Online, a medieval Massively multiplayer online (MMO) strategy game for both browser and mobile platforms.
price ($mm)
$12
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closed 8/31/2018 via BNC Analysis

Tetragon Works merged with Brace Yourself Games,

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synopsis: Tetragon Works has merged with Brace Yourself Games, a Vancouver-based independent game studio. Tetragon Works is a small indie game development studio in Seattle WA. Tetragon Work's first game, Phantom Brigade, is a turn-based tactics video game that features giant robots.
buyer: Brace Yourself Games
Brace Yourself Games is a Vancouver-based independent game studio. Their games include Crypt of the NecroDancer, an award winning hardcore roguelike rhythm game; and Industries of Titan, a sci-fi city building strategy game. "
 target: Tetragon Works
Tetragon Works is a small indie game development studio in Seattle WA. Tetragon Work's first game, Phantom Brigade, is a turn-based tactics video game that features giant robots. The studio delivers high-quality content on a small budget through use of procedurally assisted tools and workflows.
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closed 10/5/2017 via Company Press Release

Kongregate Inc., acquired Synapse Games

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synopsis: Kongregate, the San Francisco based cross platform games publisher and developer, has acquired 100% of Synapse Games. Founded in 2008, Chicago based Synapse Games employs a team of 22 and develops free to play strategy and collectible card games.
buyer parent: Modern Times Group MTG AB
buyer: Kongregate Inc.
Kongregate is a leading mobile & PC game publisher and web gaming portal. Through their publishing program, they work closely with game developers to provide a multitude of services to help great games become even better. "
 target: Synapse Games
Synapse Games is exploding onto the mobile gaming market after over eight years experience making social games. They are a fun but fast-paced team, working on several deeply strategic multiplayer games. They push for the extra mile at all times to get as much polish into each of their games.
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closed 3/8/2017 via Company Press Release

Creative Assembly, acquired Crytek Black Sea

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synopsis: Crytek announced the sale of its Sofia, Bulgaria-based Black Sea Studio to SEGA Europe's UK-based developer, Creative Assembly. Crytek Black Sea is a video game development studio known for creating real time strategy games, as well as the MOBA game Arena of Fate. Crytek Black Sea's development team will operate as Creative Assembly Sofia.
buyer parent: Sega Sammy Holdings Inc.
buyer: Creative Assembly
Creative Assembly is the UK's largest games development studio, based in West Sussex, UK. With a heritage of award-winning AAA titles, including the multi-million selling Total War series, Creative Assembly continues to build an impressive portfolio of games and world-renowned partnerships. "
 target parent: Crytek GmbH
target: Crytek Black Sea
Crytek Black Sea is a video game development studio known for creating real time strategy games, as well as the MOBA game Arena of Fate. The studio is based in Sofia, Bulgaria and employs 60 people.
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closed 12/7/2016 via Company Press Release

THQ Nordic AB, purchased 3 Titles from Enigma Software Productions S.L.

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synopsis: THQ Nordic closed an asset purchase agreement with Enigma Software Productions S.L., and have acquired War Leaders: Clash of Nations and Legends of War. War Leaders: Clash of Nations and Legends of War are turn-based strategy video games. Enigma is a videogame production and development company based in Madrid.
buyer: THQ Nordic AB (OM:THQN B:$596.89)
Founded in 2011, the Vienna/Austria based company THQ Nordic puts great emphasis on its extensive game catalogue. The core portfolio comprises products and brands which have been acquired from various parties (THQ, Atari, and others), and further acquisitions of IPs and trademarks will follow. "
 seller: Enigma Software Productions S.L.
War Leaders: Clash of Nations is a turn-based global strategy game bundled with a real-time tactics game mode for PC. Legends of War is a turn-based strategy video game series franchise created in 2010. Enigma is a videogame production and development company based in Madrid.
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closed 10/3/2016 via BNC Analysis

Mail.Ru LLC, acquired Pixonic LLC

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synopsis: Mail.Ru, one of Russia’s top internet companies, has acquired developer Pixonic. The studio’s War Robots, a strategy game featuring legged combat vehicles for iOS and Android, is a major hit in globally.
buyer: Mail.Ru LLC (LSE:MAIL:$1,350.66)
Mail.Ru Group develops Internet communications and entertainment services in Russia and globally. Today, the company operates Russian language social networks Vkontakte (VK), Odnoklassniki (OK) and Moi Mir (My World), instant messenger services in Russia — Agent Mail.Ru and ICQ and more. "
 target: Pixonic LLC
Mobile game developer Pixonic, based in Moscow, is known for War Robots, a strategy game featuring legged combat vehicles for iOS and Android.
price ($mm)
$20
rev ($mm)
$6
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
4.8x
EV / EBITDA
announced 6/29/2012 via PR Newswire

Sony Computer Entertainment Inc., will acquire Gaikai, Inc.

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synopsis: Sony Computer Entertainment announced that it entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Gaikai Inc., the world's leading interactive cloud-based gaming company. Through the acquisition, SCE will establish a new cloud service, ensuring that it continues to provide users with truly innovative and immersive interactive entertainment experiences.
buyer parent: Sony Corporation
buyer: Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. manufactures, distributes, develop and markets the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, the PSP® handheld entertainment system, the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and the PlayStation®Vita portable entertainment system. "
 target: Gaikai, Inc.
Gaikai is a next generation video game streaming platform that utilizes cloud-based gaming technology, allowing users to play major PC and console games instantly, with one click. No download or install required. Users are presented with an offer to try the game or app before buying it.
price ($mm)
$380
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closed 8/23/2006 via BusinessWire

Electronic Arts Inc., acquired Phenomic Game Development

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synopsis: Electronic Arts Inc. announced the acquisition of Phenomic Game Development, makers of acclaimed strategy game franchises The Settlers and SpellForce. EA Phenomic, based in Ingelheim, Germany, now becomes EA's newest studio in Europe, with a creative team dedicated to developing Real Time Strategy games for the PC, console and online.
buyer: Electronic Arts Inc. (NasdaqGS:EA:$5,629.00)
Electronic Arts Inc. is a leading global interactive entertainment software company. EA develops, publishes, and distributes interactive software worldwide for video game systems, personal computers, wireless devices and the Internet. "
 target: Phenomic Game Development
Phenomic Game Development, based in Ingelheim near Frankfurt, Germany, is one of the leading European developers of entertainment software, specializing in the creation of Real Time Strategy (RTS) games.
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closed 5/3/2004 via BusinessWire

THQ, Inc., acquired Relic Entertainment

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synopsis: THQ Inc. (Nasdaq:THQI) today announced that it has completed its previously announced acquisition of leading PC development studio, Relic Entertainment.
buyer: THQ, Inc. (THQI:$830.84)
THQ Inc. is a leading worldwide developer and publisher of interactive entertainment software. The company develops its products for all popular game systems, personal computers and wireless devices. "
 target: Relic Entertainment
Relic Entertainment Inc. is a leading edge developer of electronic entertainment software. Relic's debut product Homeworld launched in 1999 to near unanimous recognition as one of the best video games of the year. It won the "Game of the Year" from PC Gamer and Computer Gaming World's "Strategy Gam
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announced 3/24/2021 via GlobeNewswire

Motorsport.com, will acquire Digital Tales USA LLC

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synopsis: Motorsport Games Inc., leading racing game developer, publisher and esports ecosystem provider of official motorsport racing series throughout the world, is to acquire Digital Tales USA LLC, the mobile game developer that creates official mobile games for the FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK).
buyer: Motorsport.com (MSGM:$19.05)
Motorsport Network is a global media company that owns and operates multiple brands that help connect millions of people who love motorsport and cars. It is the home of the largest audience of motorsport enthusiasts, and its content is present across digital, TV, OTT, print, social and live events. "
 target: Digital Tales USA LLC
Founded in 2006 and based in Milan, with offices in Rome and Miami, Digital Tales develops games, e-Learning solutions and anything in between, including edutainment, gamified training courses and VR/AR apps.
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$2.20
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