💰 $74.5M+ in gaming deals, acquisitions, and studio launches this week
Covering engine acquisitions, marketplace M&A, studio expansions, and new funding rounds [Nov 2nd week, 2025], 385#
Hey Friends, Greetings from Bangalore 💗
Here’s your curated look at last week’s top deals in gaming, Top Funding & M&A Headlines.
Funding & Investments:
1. LootLocker raises $2.5M to connect complete game catalogues with player communities.
2. Chickmania secures investment from WeJoy (Singapore) to accelerate global expansion.
M&A & Strategic Deals:
3. Social First acquires GamerPay, strengthening its position in in-game item marketplaces.
4. SUD acquires the Cocos Game Engine for $72M, one of the biggest tools deals of the year.
5. NetEase sells T-Minus Zero Entertainment, signaling strategic portfolio repositioning.
New Studios & Leadership Moves:
6. Ubisoft veteran Johannes Thimme launches new studio Quality Time, focused on premium player-centric experiences.
Stay ahead. Curated weekly at iCartic.com
tCARe, CARtic P
My other post from last week:
→ IGDC review
→ Trending game review, X-Clash