Strong Performance of MOUSE P.I. For Hire Continues

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Stock Playside Studios Ltd (PLY.ASX)
Release Time 7 May 2026, 8:23 a.m.
Price Sensitive Yes
 Strong Performance of MOUSE P.I. For Hire Continues
Key Points
  • MOUSE: P.I. For Hire has sold approximately 730,000 units across all platforms since launch
  • Net Revenue to PlaySide (before royalties) of approximately US$13.0m (~A$18.1m) since launch
  • Total wishlists across all platforms have grown to 3.0m, up from 2.08m at the time of the previous market update
Full Summary

PlaySide Studios Limited (ASX: PLY) is pleased to provide an update on the continued strong performance of MOUSE: P.I. For Hire and to upgrade the Company's revenue guidance for the financial year ending 30 June 2026 (FY26). MOUSE: P.I. For Hire has sold approximately 730,000 units across all platforms since launch, with console units now making up 50% of total units sold. The game has generated estimated gross platform sales of US$21.4m (~A$29.7m) since launch, resulting in net revenue to PlaySide (before royalties) of approximately US$13.0m (~A$18.1m). Total wishlists across all platforms have grown to 3.0m, up from 2.08m at the time of the previous market update and 1.73m at launch, providing a continued strong pipeline for ongoing conversion. MOUSE holds a 'Very Positive' rating on Steam with a 94% review score, and continues to maintain near-perfect scores on the PlayStation Store and Xbox Marketplace. The Company's publishing arrangement for MOUSE: P.I. For Hire prioritises the recovery of PlaySide's milestone payments, publishing and marketing costs from initial sales, and these expenses have now been recouped. Continued strong sales performance is expected to support meaningful near-term cash inflows. Based on the current performance of MOUSE: P.I. For Hire, PlaySide now expects FY26 revenue to be in the range of A$50m to A$53m, compared to the Company's prior guidance that FY26 revenue would exceed FY25 reported revenue of A$48.7m.

Guidance

Based on the current performance of MOUSE: P.I. For Hire, PlaySide now expects FY26 revenue to be in the range of A$50m to A$53m.