FOCUS ENTERTAINMENT Announces the Acquisition of Dutch Studio WW1 Game Series B.V., Developer of the Multiplayer FPS Games VERDUN, TANNENBERG and ISONZO
12 September 2022 - 8:45AM
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Regulatory News:
FOCUS ENTERTAINMENT (FR0012419307 - ALFOC) is very
pleased to announce the agreement for the acquisition of M2H's
majority stake in WW1 Game Series B.V.
Jos Hoebe (BlackMill Games), WW1 Game Series' Founder and
Creative Director will own the remaining 33,33% stake and will
continue to run the studio. The studio will proceed solely as
BlackMill Games B.V.
Based in the Netherlands and composed of 15 passionate creators,
WW1 Game Series becomes the 6th development studio to join the
Focus group.
WW1 Game Series throws players into intense warfare inspired by
the chaos and fury of iconic battles from the First World War.
After Verdun in 2015, then Tannenberg in 2017, the
million-seller franchise will be enriched by Isonzo’s
release on September 13th, 2022, on PC and consoles.
WW1 FPS Isonzo is the third game in WW1 Game Series, this
time set on the Italian Front. Players will experience mountain
warfare during the First World War as Italy clashes with the
Austro-Hungarian Empire! A new Offensive game mode with multi-map
battles offers a novel experience for fresh recruits and returning
veterans alike!
“This acquisition constitutes a great addition to Focus
Entertainment portfolio and its federation of talents. The studio
has already shown strong DNA and identity, and has proven to be
expert on delivering immersive, authentic, and realistic
multiplayer FPS experiences with its WW1 Game Series - one of the
references of First World War shooters.” declares Christophe
Nobileau, CEO of Focus Entertainment. “We’re looking forward to
working with Jos and his team, and to continue delivering new
unique experiences.”
"I’m proud and excited for the upcoming launch of Isonzo, and by
teaming up with Focus Entertainment, which is a larger and more
experienced partner, and will help the series to reach its full
potential. WW1 Games Series will undoubtedly benefit from Focus’s
track record on FPS genre.” says Jos Hoebe, CEO of BlackMill
Games. “The fans of our games can expect the same dedication
and passion that we have delivered the past ten years with Verdun
and Tannenberg but elevated to new heights with Isonzo and this
partnership.”
"It’s an exciting time with this acquisition, the Isonzo launch
and on top of that the opportunity to begin full focus on our new
adventure with M2H.” adds Matt Hergaarden of M2H. “We know
the WW1 Game Series is in the capable hands of Jos and Focus
Entertainment and believe that together they can make the series
bigger than ever. While we’re eager to start to work on an exciting
new project, we will make sure to hand over our knowledge and
expertise in the coming year so that there is a smooth transition.
We’re looking forward to seeing where the new owners will bring the
WW1 Game Series."
This acquisition is expected to be slightly accretive in the
2022/2023 fiscal year.
About Focus Entertainment
FOCUS ENTERTAINMENT is one of Europe’s leading video game
publishers and developers. Its vocation is to support leading
international studios in the development, production monitoring,
marketing, sales and financing of their projects. As a publisher of
strong brands such as The Surge, Vampyr, and A Plague Tale:
Innocence, the Group generated revenues of €142,6 million in
2021/22. FOCUS ENTERTAINMENT generates 95% of its sales
internationally. For additional information, visit
www.focusent.com
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About WW1 Game Series and BlackMill Games
BlackMill Games brings history to life in video games. Every
project is carefully researched to provide authentic details
combined with compelling gameplay within a historical setting. Jos
Hoebe founded the WW1 Game Series with former partner M2H almost a
decade ago and officially released authentic squad -based WW1 FPS
game Verdun in 2015.
BlackMill Website https://www.blackmillgames.com/ WW1 Game
Series website: https://www.WW1GameSeries.com/
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Investor Relations Laure d’Hauteville Tél : + 33 (0) 1 55
26 85 00 Mail : IR@focusent.com
Press Relations Clémence Bigeon Tél : + 33 (0) 1 55 26 85
00 Mail : Clemence.BIGEON@focusent.com
WW1 Game Series Press Bram van Lith (Game Drive)
Public Relations WW1 Game Series E-mail:
press@ww1gameseries.com
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