Metacore Games Acquires Animation Studio Piñata

Metacore Games, the developer behind Merge Mansion, has completed the acquisition of Piñata, an animation studio. The deal saw Metacore Games purchase all shares in Piñata, although the financial details of the transaction have not been disclosed. By acquiring Piñata, Metacore aims to enhance its in-house animation and storytelling capabilities, as well as its marketing operations. Founded in 2008, Piñata has collaborated with prominent gaming companies such as Zynga, Housemarque, and Supercell as a creative partner and art producer. Its portfolio includes notable games like Control, Boom Beach, and Clash of Clans. Piñata has been working with Metacore since the release of Merge Mansion in 2020. "At Metacore, our goal is to deliver entertainment through our games, marketing, and community engagement. The acquisition of Piñata not only brings animation expertise but also enhances our storytelling capabilities, both in-game and in our marketing efforts," stated Mika Tammenkoski, CEO of Metacore Games. This announcement comes on the heels of Metacore's recent unveiling of a new game development studio in Germany. Additionally, the company reported generating nearly $136 million in revenue for 2022.