The acceptance period for the offer commenced on September 19th, 2024 and expired on October 10th 2024. The bid was conditional on at least 90% of shareholders accepting the offer.
This condition has now been met with 95.2% of Fantasma Games shareholders agreeing to the transaction.
Shares in Fantasma Games are listed on Nasdaq First North Growth Market Sweden.
EveryMatrix is the world’s largest games aggregator via its SlotMatrix platform with more than 29,000 games across 350+ third-party studios in addition to its own in-house games development within Armadillo Studios.
The acquisition will significantly strengthen EveryMatrix’s games output with the immediate addition of many well-known slots titles that are integrated with more than 250 operators including Paddy Power, Betsson, LeoVegas, DraftKings and BetMGM to name just a few, and played by millions of players across 50 countries.
By continuing to invest in content and casino EveryMatrix further strengthens its customer offering by adding a portfolio of globally popular premium games enjoyed by next generation players, boost its direct contracts and integrations, and further strengthen one of the most profitable areas of its business.
Fantasma Games’ market distribution will also boost EveryMatrix’s presence in rapidly growing markets such as North America where it has established contracts with multiple tier-1 operators in every licensed iGaming state, and where it has ambitious plans in the coming years.
Ebbe Groes, Group CEO and Co-Founder, EveryMatrix, said: “We’re delighted to announce that this acquisition will proceed. It is another M&A deal fully funded from our own cash flow and made possible due to our rapid organic growth. We see big synergies and opportunities!"
“Fantasma’s games are recognised by the world’s largest operators and their players as among the very best both from a performance and an experience perspective. Its games production output is seriously impressive, as is their management and staff who have created a business that consistently generates remarkable financial results."
“I’d like to thank the EveryMatrix team that have worked so hard to make this possible as well as Fredrik and his team with whom we believe we can do even greater things as a combined force.”
Fredrik Johansson, CEO and Founder, Fantasma Games, said: “I’m incredibly proud of the fantastic journey we have undertaken so far with Fantasma Games. Now, as we approach the next major phase in our growth, I’m confident that EveryMatrix is the perfect partner to help us realise our long-term vision."
“We not only share a common passion for innovation, but also a deep understanding of what it takes to create gaming experiences that truly engage and entertain players in a unique way. EveryMatrix has a strong technical platform and extensive experience in fostering successful collaborations within the gaming industry, which makes us feel confident that together we can take our game development to new heights."
“Through this partnership, we see tremendous potential, not only to enhance the quality of our existing games, but also to develop new and groundbreaking game concepts that can set future standards. We look forward to building a long-term and successful collaboration where we can jointly continue to drive development forward and create added value for both players and our partners.”
EveryMatrix delivers iGaming software, solutions, content and services for casino, sports betting, payments, and affiliate management to global Tier 1 operators as well as to newer brands. The platform is highly modular, scalable, and compliant, allowing operators to choose the optimal EveryMatrix solution and combine with third-party and in-house technology and capabilities.?
EveryMatrix, that empowers clients to unleash bold ideas and deliver outstanding player experiences in regulated markets, has 1,000 employees across 13 countries and serves 300+ customers worldwide, including the regulated U.S. market.?
The company is a member of the World Lottery Association (WLA) and European Lotteries Association. In September 2023 it became the first iGaming supplier to receive WLA Safer Gambling Certification.
Source: GMB
