Reports

Gaming M&A and financings in 2024 saw a robust year, with $27.3B in disclosed deal value across over 967 transactions, a 39% increase in disclosed value compared to 2023. Public markets showed signs of recovery with the Drake Star Gaming Index growing 10.4% for the year. The Drake Star Global Gaming Report 2024 analyzes Gaming and Esports dealmaking in 2024 and the last quarter of the year and outlines what to expect for the coming year and beyond. Full report here.  Highlights include:  M&A activity in 2024 experienced a 21% increase in deal volume over 2023, with 198 announced deals and $10.5B in disclosed value. As predicted, several high-profile M&A deals emerged from private equity firms, including EQT’s $2.8B acquisition of Keywords and CVC’s $1.1B purchase of Jagex. Other major transactions included Playtika’s acquisition of SuperPlay for up to $1.95B and […]

In the fourth quarter of 2024, Modern Times Group generated revenue of $155 million. Snowprint made its first organic contribution to MTG's performance in Q4 2024, following its acquisition in October 2023. Modern Times Group recorded a 7% year-over-year growth in net sales, reaching $155 million, driven by 9% organic growth and a 6% increase in constant currencies, according to the firm's Q4 2024 financial results. User acquisition spending in Q4 amounted to $62, representing 40% of revenues, up from 38% in the previous year.  The tax expense amounted to -$8 million, leading to a total net income of -$22 million. Cash flow from operations was $30 million, and cash and cash equivalents at the period's end stood at approximately $324 million. Steady revenue growth in FY 2024 For the full year of 2024, MTG recorded a 3% YoY increase in net sales, […]

Take-Two Interactive released its report for the third quarter of fiscal 2025, which spanned from October 1 to December 31, 2024. Here's what it revealed. ▫️Take-Two reported net revenue of $1.36 billion, which is 1% lower than the previous year. ▫️Almost all revenue came from digital game sales—96% or $1.31 billion. ▫️The leading platform for Take-Two remained mobile, accounting for 54% of revenue. Console games contributed 37%, while PC and other platforms made up 9%. ▫️The total net bookings for the quarter rose by 3% to $1.37 billion. ▫️Losses couldn't be avoided. During the quarter, Take-Two lost $125.2 million, a 36.6% increase compared to the previous year. ▫️Overall, the company is pleased with the quarterly results. Although the mobile division led by Zynga earned less than expected (mainly due to a downturn in the hyper-casual games segment), overall operational metrics […]

Casual Games Report 2024: Following 5 Routes to SuccessAppMagic's much-anticipated 2024 report is now live.This year, we’re diving into key trends across 5 genres in Tier-1 West: Match-3 with Complex Meta, Merge-2 with Complex Meta, Match 3D, Sort Puzzle, and Casual Casino 🎮 Inside, we’re answering big questions like:— What are today’s hottest genres, and how can you spot the next big one?— Why does market structure matter more than genre growth?— How are UA challenges reshaping monetization strategies?But most importantly, the report highlights that even during the most challenging times, there are opportunities to thrive across genres of all sizes, complexity, and competitiveness.Enjoy the read!

2024 was a banner year for the mobile market, with a whopping 4.2 trillion hours spent on Apps and $150 billion in user spend.As the frontrunner in mobile market intelligence, Sensor Tower is excited to unveil our most comprehensive report yet. Packed with key insights to elevate your digital strategy, this report uncovers the trends, tactics, and campaigns that defined the year.Here's a sneak peek at what you’ll discover in the Report:📲 Connecting Mobile to In-Person: App categories that bridge digital and real-world experiences—like outdoor health & fitness, grocery, and dining—are thriving amid digital fatigue.🎮 Mobile Gaming Bounces Back: Gaming spending surged to $81 billion (+4% YoY), driven by Strategy, Puzzle, and Action games.🌍 Competition Goes Global: The e-commerce landscape heats up as Chinese giants Temu and SHEIN expand their reach.📹 Video Dominates Spending: Streaming and Social Media apps see […]