• Gerry Sakkas transitions to Creative Director role
• Benn Skender appointed as new CEO
• Transition enables Gerry to focus on creative direction of major IP projects

PlaySide Studios ('PlaySide', 'the Company') has announced the appointment of Benn Skender to the role of CEO, and the transition of Gerry Sakkas to the newly created role of Creative Director. Gerry's new role will allow him to focus exclusively on spearheading the creative direction of PlaySide's major Original IP projects, which are the largest and most exciting in the Company's history. Gerry will also remain on the PlaySide Board as Executive Director. During his 14 years as CEO, Gerry has been the driving force behind PlaySide's evolution from a three-person business creating mobile games for Hollywood studios into Australia's largest video game developer and publisher, with a portfolio of more than 70 titles across mobile, PC/Console, virtual and mixed reality. Benn Skender joined PlaySide as Chief Strategy Officer in September 2022 and has since worked closely with Gerry in setting the Company's medium-term direction and communicating with investors. Benn has also developed strong working relationships with the Board and senior personnel during his tenure. The Board is pleased to announce Benn's appointment as CEO, stating that this transition is an important step for the Company as it serves the purpose of enabling Gerry to give his full attention to providing creative leadership and overseeing the delivery of several major Original IP projects. It also paves the way for PlaySide to be structurally positioned to convert success in the launch of those titles into sustainable revenue and earnings growth.