BlackMill Games and FOCUS ENTERTAINMENT are delighted to announce the agreement to acquire M2Hs majority share in WW1 Game Series B.V. by Focus Entertainment.
Jos Hoebe, the founder and creative director of BlackMill Games, will own the remaining 33,33% share and continue working on the studio. The studio will continue solely as BlackMill Games B.V.
WW1 Game Series, which is located in the Netherlands, has surpassed expectations for the sixth time in a row.
Isonzo, the third game in the WW1 Game Series, will be set on the Italian Front. Players will witness 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 new opportunity for new recruits and returning veterans!
This acquisition is a major addition to Focus Entertainment''s portfolio and its federation of talents. It has already shown strong DNA and identity and has proven to be an expert in providing immersive, authentic, and realistic multiplayer FPS experiences, according to Christophe Nobileau, the CEO of Focus Entertainment. We are looking forward to working with Jos and his team to continue developing new unique experiences.
Im confident and excited for Isonzo''s arrival, combined with Focus Entertainment, a larger and more experienced partner, to support the WW1 Games series in full swing. According to Jos Hoebe, the CEO of BlackMill Games, we expect that the games industry to gain the series'' most recognition. We have experienced the same dedication and desire over Verdun and Tannenberg in the past ten years, but we have increased to new heights.
It''s an exciting time with this acquisition, the Isonzo launch, and the opportunity to begin full focus on M2H, according to Matt Hergaarden of M2H. We know that the WW1 Game Series is in the capable hands of Jos and Focus Entertainment, and we believe that together they can make it larger than ever. We will make sure to hand over our knowledge and expertise in the coming year so that there is a smooth transition. We are looking forward to seeing where the new owners will present the WW
