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Ainsworth Game Technology reported a 25% revenue increase for the first half of 2025, yet underlying profits slipped due to margin pressures from tariffs and product mix shifts. The launch of the A-Star Raptor dual screen cabinet bolstered Asia Pacific sales, while challenges persist in Latin America and online segments.

PlaySide Studios has raised $6.6 million through a share placement to bolster its balance sheet ahead of the launch of its new original game, MOUSE, P.I. For Hire. The capital raise includes director participation and an upcoming Share Purchase Plan for existing shareholders.

PlaySide Studios has released its unaudited FY25 results, showing revenues just below guidance and an EBITDA loss within expectations amid restructuring. The company remains optimistic about revenue growth and cost savings in FY26, pending the launch of its new title.

PlaySide Studios’ upcoming game MOUSE – P.I. For Hire has crossed the 1 million wishlist mark on Steam, signaling strong anticipation ahead of its 2025 release. Featuring acclaimed actor Troy Baker, the title is shaping up as a key revenue driver for the company.

PlaySide Studios and Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment have announced a premium real-time strategy PC game, Game of Thrones, War for Westeros, set for global release in 2026. The game invites players to command iconic factions in the battle for the Iron Throne.

Streamplay Studio Limited has voluntarily suspended its shares on the ASX pending a significant announcement about a new gaming platform agreement, signaling a potentially pivotal development for the company.

Aristocrat Leisure reported solid half-year results with a 5.6% rise in normalised net profit after tax and before amortisation to $733 million, underpinned by growth across its gaming and interactive segments. The company also declared an unfranked interim dividend of 44 cents per share.

PlaySide Studios announces the resignation of co-founder and Creative Director Gerry Sakkas, who will also leave the board. The company will not replace his role following a recent restructure, while Sakkas commits to a significant share escrow.

Streamplay Studio Limited reported a remarkable 827% increase in customer receipts for Q3 2025, driven by the full integration of Noodlecake Studios. With a robust cash balance of A$7.7 million and no debt, the company is well-positioned to accelerate growth across cloud gaming, game publishing, and emerging markets.

Fatfish Group reported a 20% increase in cash receipts to A$0.76 million for Q4 2024, driven by advances in its AI gaming subsidiary, but rising operating expenses led to a net cash outflow of A$0.37 million.

iCandy Interactive reports a remarkable 105% increase in net cash flow for Q4 2024 despite a 22% drop in cash receipts, driven by strategic expansions and operational efficiencies amid ongoing legal disputes.

PlaySide Studios reports a 21% revenue decline in 1HFY25 and revises full-year guidance downward, citing slower Work for Hire contracts and underperforming original IP sales. Despite short-term challenges, the company remains bullish on upcoming game launches.