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Planet Zoo maker Frontier Developments' adjusted operating profit jumps 62 percent
Frontier Developments, known for Planet Zoo and Planet Coaster, reported a record-breaking fiscal year 2026 with adjusted operating profit jumping 62 percent to £21.4 million. Revenue grew 16 percent to £104.8 million, driven by Jurassic World Evolution 3 and its Planet series. The company also announced leadership transitions, with Jo Cooke stepping into the CEO role, and a new agreement with Disney to develop and publish a game based on its IP.
Frontier Developments FY26 adjusted operating profit jumps 62% to £21.4m
Frontier Developments reported record financial results for FY26, with adjusted operating profit jumping 62% to £21.4 million. The company attributes this growth to strong trading, disciplined cost control, and higher tax credits, driven by titles like Jurassic World Evolution 3 and the Planet Coaster and Planet Zoo franchises. Leadership changes were also announced, including the appointment of Dan Lazarides as chief marketing officer and David Braben's move to a non-executive director role.
Planet Coaster Dev Announces New Game With Disney, And That’s Very Exciting
Frontier Developments, known for creative management sims like Planet Coaster, has announced a new game deal with Disney, which it will fully fund and publish. The collaboration aims to connect players with Disney's iconic intellectual property, sparking excitement about potential theme park simulation titles. This move aligns with Disney's strategy to expand its presence in the video game market.
Jobs roundup: August 2026 | Frontier Developments appoints Dan Lazarides as CMO
Several key figures have moved into new roles within the gaming industry. Dan Lazarides is the new Chief Marketing Officer at Frontier Developments, while Tracey Thompson returns to Bethesda as VP of Communications. Maddie Richter joins Nintendo of America as Social Media Marketing Manager, and Steffen Holm and Chris Kruger join Roblox to support AI tool development.
Jobs roundup: August 2026 | Tim Coombs rejoins Amazon as head of brand marketing for Luna
This article rounds up various industry hires and transitions in August 2026. Notable appointments include Tim Coombs rejoining Amazon as head of brand marketing for Luna, Dan Lazarides becoming Chief Marketing Officer at Frontier Developments, and Tracey Thompson returning to Bethesda as VP of Communications. Several other individuals have also moved into new roles across companies like Blizzard Entertainment, Netflix Games, and Riot Games.
Jobs roundup: August 2026 | Paramount Games appoints Nate Nanzer as EVP, head of commercial & marketing
This article rounds up recent appointments and transitions within the gaming industry. Notable moves include Nate Nanzer joining Paramount Games, Julia Gutnik heading media at Amazon Gaming, and Tracey Thompson returning to Bethesda as VP of communications. Several other companies like Epic Games, Studio MDHR, Games Workshop, and Blizzard Entertainment also saw new hires or promotions.
Frontier Developments reports record profits in FY26 turnaround
Frontier Developments reported record profits for fiscal year 2026, with operating profit jumping 44% to £19 million and revenue reaching £104.8 million. This turnaround is attributed to a strategic focus on creative management simulation games, which now constitute 90% of the studio's revenue, with titles like Planet Zoo and Jurassic World Evolution 3 driving performance. The company anticipates continued success in FY27 with new releases and a positive start driven by Jurassic World Evolution 3's launch on Xbox Game Pass.
