GameSquare Holdings Reports Third Quarter 2023 Results
- 58% year-over-year increase in third-quarter revenue
- Accelerating sales growth expected in the fourth quarter and 2024
- Significant revenue synergies and cost savings from acquisitions
- Net loss of $5.1 million for the third quarter
- Net loss of $13.5 million for the nine months ending September 30, 2023
Third quarter revenue increased
GameSquare expects accelerating sales growth in the fourth quarter and in 2024
TORONTO, ON / ACCESSWIRE / November 15, 2023 / GameSquare Holdings, Inc. ("GameSquare", or the "Company") (NASDAQ:GAME)(TSXV:GAME) today announced financial results for the three and nine-months ended September 30, 2023.
"2023 is shaping up to be a transformative year for GameSquare with the completion of the Engine Gaming acquisition in April, and the planned acquisition of FaZe Clan that was announced in October. Acquisitions are an important component of our strategic growth plan and support our efforts to quickly reach scale and drive profitability, while simultaneously creating a modern, end-to-end platform to connect global brands with gaming and youth audiences. We are also experiencing strong organic growth as record third quarter sales increased
"I am pleased with the progress we are making integrating the Engine Gaming acquisition. Since the acquisition closed, we have removed
"We are also benefiting from significant revenue synergies as we offer more services to more customers. A great example is the growth we are experiencing in performance marketing activations as we combine the science of Engine Gaming's technology assets with GameSquare's creative agencies. Performance marketing initiatives alone are expected to produce
"As we look to the seasonally strong fourth quarter, and into 2024, I am extremely excited by the direction we are headed and the opportunities we have to create significant value for our shareholders. While the economic environment has remained difficult throughout 2023, we believe we are well positioned to navigate any near-term challenges because of the strong platform we have assembled and the value we provide brands," concluded Mr. Kenna.
Definitive Agreement to Acquire FaZe Holdings Inc. ("FaZe Clan")
On October 20, 2023, GameSquare and FaZe Clan announced that the two companies have entered into a definitive agreement pursuant to which GameSquare will acquire FaZe Clan in an arm's length all-stock transaction. The acquisition brings together two complementary businesses to create one of the world's leading content, media and entertainment companies focused on gaming, esports, and youth culture. The combined company will be powered by a progressive end-to-end platform of leading media and agency organizations, gaming and esport teams, creative services, and technology capabilities. Combined, FaZe Clan and GameSquare generated annual revenue of approximately
Definitive Agreement to Sell GameSquare's Non-Core Radio Assets
On November 9, 2023, GameSquare and its Frankly Media LLC subsidiary ("Frankly") entered into a definitive agreement with SoCast, Inc. ("SoCast") for SoCast's acquisition of Frankly's radio business assets. Frankly provides an online content management platform and related content services for approximately 700+ radio stations. In exchange for the Frankly technology platform and customer accounts, SoCast has agreed to pay Frankly US
Three months ending September 30, 2023, compared to September 30, 2022
- Revenue of
$16.0 million , compared to$10.1 million - Gross margin of
$4.4 million , compared to$3.6 million - Net loss of
$5.1 million , compared to a net loss of$4.2 million - Adjusted EBITDA loss of
$3.6 million , compared to a loss of$3.2 million
Nine months ending September 30, 2023, compared to September 30, 2022
- Revenue of
$35.2 million , compared to$21.8 million - Gross margin of
$10.4 million , compared to$8.2 million - Net loss of
$13.5 million , compared to a net loss of$10.7 million - Adjusted EBITDA loss of
$10.0 million , compared to a loss of$7.3 million
Three months ending, September 30, 2023, compared to Proforma March 31, 2023 (Includes the results of Engine for the three months ending March 31, 2023)
- Revenue of
$16.0 million , compared to$13.7 million - Gross margin of
$4.4 million , compared to$4.2 million - Net loss of
$5.1 million , compared to a net loss of$12.3 million - Adjusted EBITDA loss of
$3.6 million , compared to a loss of$5.1 million
Conference Call Details
In lieu of a traditional conference call, GameSquare is bringing Wall Street to Gen Z by hosting its third quarter 2023 earnings call on Twitch. The first-ever public company earnings livestream on Twitch will be hosted by GameSquare CEO Justin Kenna, who will be joined by the Company's Chief Innovation Officer and global gaming superstar Tyler "Ninja" Blevins. Shareholders, investors, fans and media are encouraged to join via https://twitch.tv/Ninja on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at 5:00 pm ET.
Date: Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Time: 5:00 pm ET
Livestream: https://twitch.tv/Ninja
Corporate Contact
Lou Schwartz, President
Phone: (216) 464-6400
Email: ir@gamesquare.com
Investor Relations
Andrew Berger
Phone: (216) 464-6400
Email: ir@gamesquare.com
Media Relations
Chelsey Northern / The Untold
Phone: (254) 855-4028
Email: pr@gamesquare.com
About GameSquare Holdings, Inc.
GameSquare Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:GAME)(TSXV:GAME) is a vertically integrated, digital media, entertainment and technology company that connects global brands with gaming and youth culture audiences. GameSquare's end-to-end platform includes GCN, a digital media company focused on gaming and esports audiences, Cut+Sew (Zoned), a gaming and lifestyle marketing agency, USA, Code Red Esports Ltd., a UK based esports talent agency, Complexity Gaming, a leading esports organization, Fourth Frame Studios, a creative production studio, Mission Supply, a merchandise and consumer products business, Frankly Media, programmatic advertising, Stream Hatchet, live streaming analytics, and Sideqik a social influencer marketing platform. www.gamesquare.com.
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GameSquare Holdings Inc. Third Quarter Financial Results
Unaudited Condensed Interim Consolidated Statements of Financial Position
| September 30, 2023 | December 31, 2022 | |||||||
| $ | $ | |||||||
ASSETS | ||||||||
Current | ||||||||
Cash | 2,447,065 | 977,413 | ||||||
Restricted cash | 47,465 | - | ||||||
Accounts and other receivables | 14,891,959 | 8,331,120 | ||||||
Government remittances | 1,215,221 | - | ||||||
Prepaid expenses and other current assets | 1,356,907 | 788,227 | ||||||
| 19,958,617 | 10,096,760 | |||||||
Non-Current | ||||||||
Investment at FVTPL | 3,188,749 | - | ||||||
Property and equipment | 2,613,896 | 3,001,883 | ||||||
Goodwill | 25,600,499 | - | ||||||
Intangible assets | 20,523,724 | 4,609,837 | ||||||
Right-of-use assets | 2,102,857 | 2,385,330 | ||||||
| 54,029,725 | 9,997,050 | |||||||
| 73,988,342 | 20,093,810 | |||||||
| September 30, 2023 | December 31, 2022 | |||||||
| $ | $ | |||||||
LIABILITIES | ||||||||
Current | ||||||||
Accounts payable | 20,219,131 | 4,848,854 | ||||||
Accrued liabilities | 5,867,495 | 3,180,208 | ||||||
Consideration payable | - | 260,000 | ||||||
Players liability account | 47,465 | - | ||||||
Deferred revenue | 2,292,168 | 1,092,982 | ||||||
Lease liabilities, current | 736,933 | 336,229 | ||||||
Credit facility payable | - | 802,328 | ||||||
Line of credit | 1,036,516 | - | ||||||
Warrant liability | 136,711 | - | ||||||
Convertible debt, current | 5,095,175 | - | ||||||
Arbitration reserve | 517,875 | - | ||||||
| 35,949,469 | 10,520,601 | |||||||
Convertible debt, non-current | 1,500,844 | - | ||||||
Lease liabilities, non-current | 2,089,699 | 2,362,448 | ||||||
Deferred tax liability | 50,117 | 55,096 | ||||||
| 3,640,660 | 2,417,544 | |||||||
| 39,590,129 | 12,938,145 | |||||||
SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY (DEFICIENCY) | ||||||||
Share capital | 84,115,256 | 43,375,158 | ||||||
Contributed surplus | 4,902,435 | 3,296,668 | ||||||
Warrants | 30,000 | 1,925,238 | ||||||
Contingently issuable shares | - | 131,184 | ||||||
Accumulated other comprehensive (loss) income | (168,366 | ) | (269,053 | ) | ||||
Deficit | (54,481,112 | ) | (41,303,530 | ) | ||||
| 34,398,213 | 7,155,665 | |||||||
| 73,988,342 | 20,093,810 | |||||||
Unaudited Condensed Interim Consolidated Statements of Income (loss)
and Comprehensive Income (loss)
| For the three months ended | For the nine months ended | |||||||||||||||
| September 30, 2023 | September 30, 2022 | September 30, 2023 | September 30, 2022 | |||||||||||||
CONTINUING OPERATIONS | $ | $ | $ | $ | ||||||||||||
REVENUE | ||||||||||||||||
Revenue | 16,045,049 | 10,133,280 | 35,234,572 | 21,829,246 | ||||||||||||
Cost of sales | 11,641,387 | 6,547,235 | 24,833,233 | 13,580,839 | ||||||||||||
Gross profit | 4,403,662 | 3,586,045 | 10,401,339 | 8,248,407 | ||||||||||||
EXPENSES | ||||||||||||||||
Salaries, consulting and management fees | 4,911,533 | 2,413,028 | 13,434,380 | 7,442,140 | ||||||||||||
Player compensation | 578,034 | 426,705 | 1,604,832 | 1,315,745 | ||||||||||||
Professional fees | 529,007 | 437,672 | 957,057 | 1,425,585 | ||||||||||||
Advertising and promotion | 212,961 | 2,780,025 | 864,617 | 3,239,090 | ||||||||||||
Office and general | 1,351,182 | 790,666 | 3,222,909 | 2,172,181 | ||||||||||||
Technology expenses | 155,798 | - | 314,712 | - | ||||||||||||
Amortization and depreciation | 1,023,849 | 669,490 | 2,650,013 | 2,030,108 | ||||||||||||
Share-based payments | 405,907 | 265,105 | 1,288,292 | 1,206,332 | ||||||||||||
Interest expense | 265,350 | 55,373 | 528,016 | 270,185 | ||||||||||||
(Gain) loss on foreign exchange | 223,820 | (20,695 | ) | 2,202 | (66,675 | ) | ||||||||||
Change in provision for reclamation deposit | - | 15,403 | - | 15,403 | ||||||||||||
Transaction costs | 688,935 | - | 2,186,916 | - | ||||||||||||
Arbitration settlement reserve | (212,234 | ) | - | (951,878 | ) | - | ||||||||||
Restructuring costs | 92,334 | - | 386,620 | - | ||||||||||||
Legal settlement | 3,381 | - | 187,105 | - | ||||||||||||
Change in fair value of warrant liability | (133,216 | ) | - | (1,844,094 | ) | - | ||||||||||
Change in fair value of convertible debt | (86,127 | ) | - | (541,136 | ) | - | ||||||||||
| 10,010,514 | 7,832,772 | 24,290,563 | 19,050,094 | |||||||||||||
Net loss for the period before discontinued operations and taxes | (5,606,852 | ) | (4,246,727 | ) | (13,889,224 | ) | (10,801,687 | ) | ||||||||
Income tax recovery | 11,469 | 17,770 | 16,496 | 54,276 | ||||||||||||
Net loss for the period before discontinued operations | (5,595,383 | ) | (4,228,957 | ) | (13,872,728 | ) | (10,747,411 | ) | ||||||||
DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS | ||||||||||||||||
Gain on disposition of assets available for sale | - | 46,915 | - | 46,915 | ||||||||||||
Gain (loss) from discontinued operations | 534,288 | - | 358,194 | - | ||||||||||||
Net loss for the period from discontinued operations | 534,288 | 46,915 | 358,194 | 46,915 | ||||||||||||
Net loss for the period | (5,061,095 | ) | (4,182,042 | ) | (13,514,534 | ) | (10,700,496 | ) | ||||||||
Other comprehensive loss | ||||||||||||||||
Items that will subsequently be reclassified to operations: | ||||||||||||||||
Foreign currency translation | 212,040 | (372,085 | ) | 100,687 | (507,302 | ) | ||||||||||
Total comprehensive loss for the period | (4,849,055 | ) | (4,554,127 | ) | (13,413,847 | ) | (11,207,798 | ) | ||||||||
(Loss) profit for the period attributable to: | ||||||||||||||||
Owners of the parent | (5,061,095 | ) | (4,182,042 | ) | (13,514,534 | ) | (10,714,214 | ) | ||||||||
Non-controlling interest | - | - | - | 13,718 | ||||||||||||
| (5,061,095 | ) | (4,182,042 | ) | (13,514,534 | ) | (10,700,496 | ) | |||||||||
Basic and diluted net loss per share - continuing operations | (0.43 | ) | (0.75 | ) | (1.32 | ) | (2.04 | ) | ||||||||
Basic and diluted net loss per share - discontinued operations | 0.04 | 0.01 | 0.03 | 0.01 | ||||||||||||
Basic and diluted net loss per share | (0.39 | ) | (0.74 | ) | (1.29 | ) | (2.03 | ) | ||||||||
Weighted average number of common shares outstanding - basic and diluted | 12,925,828 | 5,626,966 | 10,510,845 | 5,268,210 | ||||||||||||
Adjusted EBITDA Loss Reconciliation
We believe Adjusted EBITDA is a useful measure to assess the performance of the Company as it provides more meaningful operating results by excluding the effects of expenses that are not reflective of our underlying business performance and other one-time or non-recurring expenses. We define "Adjusted EBITDA" as EBITDA adjusted to exclude extraordinary items, non-recurring items and, other non-cash items, including, but not limited to (i) share based compensation expense, (ii) non-recurring arbitration settlement costs (iii) intangible and goodwill impairments and loss on disposal of assets (iv) loss from discontinued operations (v) transaction costs related to merger and acquisition activities, (vi) change in fair values on warrants and convertible debt and (vii) restructuring costs.
Reconciliation of Non-IFRS Measures
A reconciliation of EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA to the most directly comparable measure determined under IFRS is set out below for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023 and 2022.
| For the three months ended | For the three months ended | For the nine months ended | For the nine months ended | |||||||||||||
| September 30, 2023 | September 30, 2022 | September 30, 2023 | September 30, 2022 | |||||||||||||
Net income (loss) | (5,061,095 | ) | (4,182,042 | ) | (13,514,534 | ) | (10,700,496 | ) | ||||||||
Interest expense | 265,350 | 55,373 | 528,016 | 270,185 | ||||||||||||
Income tax recovery | (11,469 | ) | (17,770 | ) | (16,496 | ) | (54,276 | ) | ||||||||
Amortization and depreciation | 1,023,849 | 669,490 | 2,650,013 | 2,030,108 | ||||||||||||
Share-based payments | 405,907 | 265,105 | 1,288,292 | 1,206,332 | ||||||||||||
Change in provision for reclamation deposit | - | 15,403 | - | 15,403 | ||||||||||||
Transaction costs | 688,935 | - | 2,186,916 | - | ||||||||||||
Arbitration settlement reserve | (212,234 | ) | - | (951,878 | ) | - | ||||||||||
Restructuring costs | 92,334 | - | 386,620 | - | ||||||||||||
Legal settlement | 3,381 | - | 187,105 | - | ||||||||||||
Change in fair value of warrant liability | (133,216 | ) | - | (1,844,094 | ) | - | ||||||||||
Change in fair value of convertible debt | (86,127 | ) | - | (541,136 | ) | - | ||||||||||
Gain on disposition of assets available for sale | - | (46,915 | ) | - | (46,915 | ) | ||||||||||
(Gain) loss from discontinued operations | (534,288 | ) | - | (358,194 | ) | - | ||||||||||
Adjusted EBITDA | (3,558,673 | ) | (3,241,356 | ) | (9,999,370 | ) | (7,279,659 | ) | ||||||||
SOURCE: GameSquare Holdings, Inc.
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