PLAYSTUDIOS, Inc. develops and publishes free-to-play mobile and social games and reports on player monetization, direct-to-consumer revenue, and conditions in the social casino and casual game markets. Its portfolio includes the Tetris mobile app, Solitaire, Spider Solitaire, Sudoku, myVEGAS Slots, myVEGAS Blackjack, myVEGAS Bingo, POP! Slots, MGM Slots Live, and myKONAMI Slots.
Company updates also cover the playAWARDS and myVIP loyalty platforms, which allow players to earn real-world rewards from hospitality, entertainment, and leisure partners. Recurring themes include sweepstakes-enabled gaming initiatives, casual puzzle development such as Tetris Block Party, cost-reduction actions, platform economics, and player events such as the myVIP World Tournament of Slots.
PLAYSTUDIOS, Inc. has completed its business combination with Acies Acquisition Corp. (Nasdaq: ACAC, MYPS, MYPSW), approved on June 17, 2021. Starting June 22, 2021, PLAYSTUDIOS’ Class A shares will trade on Nasdaq under MYPS. With $220 million in cash, the company aims to expand product development and acquire gaming firms. The loyalty program, playAWARDS, allows players to earn real-world rewards, totaling over 11 million rewards valued at nearly $500 million to date. Andrew Pascal continues as CEO, supported by a seasoned management team.
PLAYSTUDIOS and Acies Acquisition Corp. announced a merger agreement that will make PLAYSTUDIOS a publicly listed company under the ticker symbol MYPS. PLAYSTUDIOS is known for its free-to-play games and unique playAWARDS Loyalty Program, allowing players to earn real-world rewards. The merger values the company at $1.1 billion, supported by key institutional investors. The transaction is expected to close in Q2 2021, subject to shareholder approval and regulatory conditions, providing PLAYSTUDIOS with approx. $290 million in cash for growth initiatives.