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GameSquare Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: GAME) regularly issues news and updates that reflect its activities across media, gaming, esports, creators, and digital assets. This news page aggregates company press releases and third-party coverage so readers can follow how GameSquare’s strategy unfolds over time.
In its recent announcements, GameSquare has highlighted several themes. The company reports on financial results and capital allocation decisions, including quarterly earnings and a board-authorized share repurchase program funded in part by its digital asset treasury strategy. Press releases have detailed multiple rounds of common stock repurchases under this authorization, along with commentary from management on balance sheet strength and capital priorities.
Operational updates feature launches and initiatives across GameSquare’s portfolio. Subsidiary Stream Hatchet has announced the launch of AI Campaign Builder, an AI-powered platform that generates complete influencer marketing strategies and campaign briefs using a proprietary dataset from the live streaming and gaming ecosystem. Other news has covered campaigns executed by Zoned, a GameSquare company, such as a Fortnite world-building collaboration with the Dallas Cowboys that brought the team’s branding into custom creative maps.
GameSquare’s news flow also includes creator-economy developments from Click Media, a GameSquare company, such as the expansion of Hungryboy hot sauce, a brand developed with YouTube collective The Boys, into grocery retail. Additional releases describe fan engagement products like the FaZe Esports Pass, a digital membership developed with Clout for FaZe Esports fans.
Investors and followers of GAME can use this page to review earnings announcements, product and platform launches, creator-commerce milestones, esports and fan engagement initiatives, treasury and capital allocation updates, and participation in investor conferences, all drawn from GameSquare’s own disclosures and related coverage.
Engine Gaming and Media (NASDAQ:GAME) announced that its shareholders approved the acquisition of GameSquare Esports Inc.. The arrangement allows Engine Gaming to acquire all common shares of GameSquare at an exchange ratio of 0.08262 Engine shares for each GameSquare share. CEO Lou Schwartz expressed confidence in the transaction's potential to create a leading gaming and media company targeting youth audiences. The acquisition is expected to close by the end of March, pending regulatory approvals.
Engine Gaming and Media announced the launch of its upgraded Insight video streaming and monetization platform through its subsidiary, Frankly Media. This platform integrates solutions for esports, gaming, and entertainment, streamlining monetization and audience engagement. Key features include ad sales, audience insights, live streaming, and performance analytics, targeting content creators to optimize revenue. Over 100 existing customers have migrated to the Insight platform, reporting positive outcomes. The launch positions Frankly to leverage the growing addressable advertising market, enhancing its competitive edge.
Engine Gaming and Media, Inc. (NASDAQ:GAME) announced shares for debt agreements amounting to US$305,137. The Company will issue 200,000 Common Shares at a price of US$1.525 each to settle debts on unsecured convertible debentures. Additionally, 100,000 Common Shares will be issued to resolve an outstanding litigation matter. Both transactions are pending acceptance by the TSX Venture Exchange. The issued Common Shares will have a hold period of over four months. Engine Gaming specializes in live streaming data, social analytics, and programmatic advertising for major video gaming and media companies.
Engine Gaming and Media, Inc. (NASDAQ:GAME) announced the release of its Video Game Streaming Trends 2022 Yearly Report, detailing the evolution of the live streaming industry over the past year.
The report reveals that live streaming grew in non-gaming categories, accounting for approximately 20% of viewership with 4.2 billion hours watched. It highlights a shift towards individual content creation, with significant increases in female creator representation.
Despite reaching 29.5 billion hours watched, the total hours declined from 2021, primarily due to Facebook Gaming. The report is essential for brands targeting the 18-35 demographic.
Engine Gaming and Media, Inc. (NASDAQ:GAME) announced on January 19, 2023, that it has regained compliance with NASDAQ's minimum bid price requirement. This compliance follows a notification received on June 23, 2022, when the company was informed it did not meet the $1.00 closing bid price for 30 consecutive business days. Engine's stock achieved the required price on January 18, 2023, allowing it to remain listed on the NASDAQ Capital Market. Engine Gaming offers analytics, influencer marketing, and programmatic advertising services primarily to the gaming industry.
Engine Gaming and Media announced a signed merger agreement with GameSquare Esports, marking a significant milestone in their strategic process. The company reported a 65% reduction in net loss to $5.4 million for Q1 2023, down from $15.2 million in the previous quarter. Their Adjusted EBITDA improved by 32% to $(2.7 million). Additionally, SaaS revenues from Influencer and Data Technology increased by 35% year-over-year. Total revenue for Q1 2023 was $10.3 million, a slight decline from $11.5 million in Q4 2022, primarily due to Google algorithm changes affecting advertising revenue.
Engine Gaming and Media (NASDAQ:GAME) announced that it will release its fiscal first-quarter 2023 earnings on January 17, 2023, before the market opens, followed by a conference call at 8:45 a.m. ET. Interested participants can dial in at 1-877-407-0784 in the U.S. or 1-201-689-8560 for international calls. The call will also be available via webcast. A playback option will be accessible through January 24, 2023. Engine offers software and services for gaming, media, and influencer marketing, generating revenue from subscriptions, managed services, and advertising.
Engine Gaming and Media, Inc. (NASDAQ:GAME) will announce its fiscal first quarter 2023 financial results on January 17, 2023, after market close. The announcement will be followed by a conference call at 4:30 p.m. ET, allowing investors to discuss the results. The conference call will be accessible through dial-in numbers and a webcast. The company is focused on providing comprehensive analytics and advertisement solutions for the gaming industry, generating revenue through various sources, including subscription fees and programmatic advertising.
GameSquare Esports and Engine Gaming have announced a definitive arrangement agreement to merge, with GameSquare shareholders owning approximately 60% and Engine Gaming shareholders owning 40% of the combined entity, which will trade under the ticker GAME. The merger aims to create a leading digital media and technology platform tailored for gaming and youth culture audiences. Expected to close in Q1 2023, the combined company's projected revenue exceeds $70 million with enhanced access to U.S. investors and an accelerated path to profitability.
Engine Gaming and Media reported a record FY 2022 revenue of $41.9 million, marking a 26% increase from $33.3 million in FY 2021. The fiscal fourth quarter revenues reached $11.5 million, up 24% sequentially. Notably, the net loss improved to $14.5 million, a reduction of $26.2 million year-over-year. The Advertising business grew by 28.6%, contributing $32.7 million to total revenue. Adjusted EBITDA showed a 23.3% sequential improvement.