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Owner of Fandom and GameSpot looking to buy Playstack, the publisher of BalatroVantageCo, a subsidiary of Integrated Media Company which owns Fandom and GameSpot, is looking to acquire an 84.5% stake in the publisher Playstack for £112.4 million. Playstack, known for publishing the award-winning game Balatro, is valued at £125 million. The deal is subject to shareholder approval, but Playstack's owner TruFin's board is recommending shareholders vote in favor.- Balatro publisher Playstack to be sold to GameSpot parent company for around $151 millionTruFin, the parent company of Balatro publisher Playstack, is selling its 84.5% stake in Playstack to VantageCo. VantageCo is a subsidiary of Integrated Media Company, the owner of GameSpot, for approximately $151 million.
- Business and FinancePlaystack, the owner of Balatro, has been sold to the parent company of Fandom and GameSpot. Separately, NetEase reported a 6.9% increase in games revenue for Q1, reaching $3.7 billion.
Balatro publisher Playstack could soon belong to the same private equity firm that owns Fandom and GameSpotPlaystack, the publisher behind acclaimed indie titles like Balatro, is set to be acquired by Integrated Media Company, a subsidiary of private equity firm TPG. This move would place Playstack under the same ownership umbrella as Fandom and GameSpot. Despite Playstack's reported success, its current owner, TruFin, is encouraging shareholders to approve the approximately $151 million sale, citing capital allocation strategy.
Fandom and GameSpot owner set to buy Balatro publisher PlaystackIntegrated Media Company (IMC), owner of Fandom and Gamespot, has conditionally agreed to purchase Playstack, the publisher behind games like Balatro, from its current owner TruFin for approximately £112.4 million. Playstack CEO Harvey Elliott stated that the change in ownership will not alter the company's strategy or commitment to publishing indie games. TruFin CEO James van den Bergh expressed confidence that IMC is an excellent platform for Playstack's future success.
Nintendo Download: 28th May (North America)The latest Nintendo Download update for North America features a wide array of new games for the Nintendo Switch eShop. Titles include "Mina The Hollower," "Bluey’s Quest For The Gold Pen," "eFootball Kick-Off!," and "FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH," among many others across various genres. Demos and free trials are also available for select titles.
The owners of Fandom and Gamespot want to acquire Balatro publisher PlaystackIntegrated Media Company, owner of Fandom and Gamespot, is set to acquire Balatro publisher Playstack for £112.4 million through its subsidiary VantageCo Limited. The deal, announced by Playstack owner TruFin, is pending shareholder approval. Playstack CEO Harvey Elliott stated that the company's strategy and team will remain unchanged.
Balatro Publisher Playstack Is Being Sold to the Parent Company of GameSpot and FandomPlaystack, the publisher of the hit game Balatro, is being sold to Integrated Media Company (IMC), which also owns Fandom and GameSpot. TruFin, Playstack's majority owner, announced the sale for approximately £112.4 million, with the deal valuing the company at around £125 million pending shareholder approval. Playstack's CEO stated that operations will continue as usual, with no change to the company's strategy or commitment to publishing indie games.
Balatro publisher Playstack sold to GameSpot and Fandom parent companyPlaystack, the publisher behind games like Balatro and Abiotic Factor, is being sold to Integrated Media Company (IMC), the parent company of GameSpot and Fandom. The deal, announced by Playstack's current owner TruFin, values Playstack at approximately £125 million ($169 million). IMC is an investment group focused on entertainment brands.
One Move Away is a great cosy packing game, even if it had me rage-flinging boxes into the back of a truckOne Move Away is a cozy packing puzzle game that uses its scenarios to tell the story of its nameless protagonist through life events like moving out. While the game offers satisfaction in neatly packing items, it also captures the stress of moving, leading to humorous moments of flinging boxes into trucks. The game is available on PC.
One Move Away confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2, SwitchPlaystack and Ramage Games announced that the puzzle narrative game One Move Away will be released on May 28, 2026, for both the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. The game features three interwoven storylines where players pack belongings for characters moving through different life stages.- One Move Away confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2Playstack and Ramage Games announced that the narrative puzzle game One Move Away will be released on May 28, 2026, for both Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. The game features three interwoven storylines where players pack belongings for characters moving to new chapters in their lives.
- Indie Jam Marks Fourth Edition With Malaysia’s Largest Indie Game ShowcaseThe fourth annual Indie Jam, held at Management and Science University, showcased over 60 games from 8 countries, marking Malaysia's largest indie game showcase. The event facilitated networking, mentorship, and career opportunities for emerging developers, alongside student competitions and a pitch competition for business development.
- RACCOIN: Coin Pusher Roguelike Review - Thumb CultureRACCOIN: Coin Pusher Roguelike is a strategy arcade roguelite developed by Doraccoon and published by Playstack, releasing on March 31st for PC via Steam. The game adapts the coin pushing arcade experience into a digital roguelite format.
- Super Meat Boy 3D, coin-pushing chaos and other new indie games worth checking outThis roundup highlights several new and upcoming indie games, including the precision platformer Super Meat Boy 3D, the roguelike deckbuilder Raccoin, and the eldritch horror Soulslike Tombwater. Other featured titles span genres like village building, home renovation, survival extraction, and narrative adventure, with many available on PC and consoles like PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch.
Playstack Unveils Official Gameplay Reveal Video for Mortal Shell II - GameHauntMortal Shell II is set to launch in late 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with an open beta planned for Summer 2026 on Steam. Publisher Playstack and developer Cold Symmetry revealed the soulslike action RPG's first gameplay footage at the Summer Game Fest Live Showcase 2025, showcasing its signature shell-swapping combat and grim atmosphere. The standalone sequel promises a refined experience with smoother animations and new shells, and players can sign up for the beta on the official website.- Mortal Shell II Gameplay Reveal Gets New TrailerPublisher Playstack and developer Cold Symmetry have released a new gameplay reveal trailer for Mortal Shell II, showcasing combat, bosses, and environments. The sequel to Mortal Shell will feature expanded combat, deeper weapon design, and an interconnected open world. Mortal Shell II is slated for release in 2026 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC.
Mortal Shell 2 reveals first look at gameplayPublisher Playstack and developer Cold Symmetry have revealed the first gameplay for Mortal Shell 2, a standalone sequel to their action RPG. The game will feature expanded combat, deeper weapon design, and an emphasis on free exploration within an interconnected open world. Mortal Shell 2 is set to release in 2026 for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.
Raccoin Review - Lets go gambl... wait, I've been here before....Raccoin is a roguelike deckbuilder that uses a coin pusher mechanic, developed by Doraccoon and published by Playstack. While it offers satisfying combo-building and unlockable characters, the game suffers from balancing issues and an overwhelming sound design during large combos. It is seen as another entry in the 'gambling but not really' genre popularized by Balatro, but struggles to differentiate itself.
Watch 11 minutes of Mortal Shell II gameplayCold Symmetry and Playstack have released over 11 minutes of gameplay for Mortal Shell II, showcasing three distinct character "Shells." The standalone sequel is set in a compact open world with over 60 dungeons and tasks players as the Harbinger with reclaiming stolen Ova. Mortal Shell II is slated for release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, with sign-ups available for an open beta.