Latest Game Development News

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.

Mighty Kingdom Ltd has received $1.809 million in tax rebates, significantly enhancing its capital flexibility as it refines operations and explores future growth opportunities.

Mighty Kingdom Ltd has appointed Dylan Miklashek as Interim CEO and Duncan Gordon as Non-Executive Chair, signaling a fresh leadership approach amid a company restructuring.