Play’n GO is reportedly preparing for a possible merger or acquisition, according to industry sources cited in media coverage. The preliminary transaction could be worth several hundred million euros, and Aristocrat is among the potential buyers identified; chief executive Johan Törnqvist declined to comment.
A potential sale could affect ownership of a supplier operating in regulated gaming markets.
Financial year ended 30 September 2025
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Light & Wonder appointed Matthieu Labbat to lead its social casino business, SciPlay. He succeeds Josh Wilson, who stepped down last month after seven years in the role. Light & Wonder said Labbat has nearly 13 years of mobile gaming experience, including more than seven years in leadership roles at Product Madness.
Light & Wonder has appointed Matthieu Labbat as chief executive of SciPlay, its social casino business. Labbat succeeds Josh Wilson, who left the SciPlay chief executive role last month after seven years in charge.
Light & Wonder reported revenue of $824m for Q3 2026, down 2% year on year, while adjusted EBITDA rose 2% to $383m. The company said iGaming revenue increased 13% to $97m, but SciPlay revenue declined 24% to $173m amid continued weakness in the social casino free-to-play market. Light & Wonder also named Matthieu Labbat chief executive of SciPlay, replacing Josh Wilson, who stepped down on 30 October.
Light & Wonder reported a 2% fall in revenue for Q3 2026. Revenue was $824m, against $841m in Q3 last year. Consolidated adjusted EBITDA rose 2% to $383m. Profitability was also higher than a year earlier.
Light & Wonder reported third-quarter net income of US$133 million, up 16.7% year on year, on revenue of US$824 million, down 2.0%. The company also appointed Matthieu Labbat chief executive of SciPlay, effective immediately; Labbat previously led Product Madness at Aristocrat Leisure.
Jefferies analyst Kai Erman said Aristocrat Leisure remains the leading slot supplier while Light & Wonder has room to grow share, in an investor note. Erman cited Aristocrat's 30% floor share and 50% handle share, and pointed to Light & Wonder's leased, charitable and international opportunities.
The European Casino Association announced a strategic supplier partnership with Aristocrat, IGT, Light & Wonder and Novomatic at its industry forum in Nova Gorica, Slovenia. The association said the initiative will support dialogue with policymakers and industry stakeholders on matters including equipment standards, security and illegal gambling. It also aims to encourage responsible practices in the licensed casino sector.