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Dave & Buster's (PLAY) awards RSUs and performance stock units to Antonio Pineiro

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Pineiro Antonio reported acquisition or exercise transactions in this Form 4 filing.

Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. reported that Antonio Pineiro, President, International, received equity awards as compensation. He was granted 28,576 restricted stock units under the 2025 Omnibus Incentive Plan, which vest in three equal installments on June 2 of 2027, 2028, and 2029. He also received 12,247 performance-based restricted stock units tied to fiscal 2026, which are deemed earned if the company achieves positive Same Store Sales for that performance period. Following these grants, he directly holds 88,508 shares of common stock.

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Insights

Routine equity awards increase executive alignment with performance goals.

The filing shows Antonio Pineiro receiving time-based and performance-based stock units as part of his compensation. The 28,576 restricted stock units vest over three years, encouraging retention and longer-term focus.

The 12,247 performance-based RSUs depend on achieving positive Same Store Sales for fiscal 2026, directly linking payout to an operating metric. Overall, these are standard incentive grants, not open-market purchases or sales, so they represent routine compensation rather than a strong trading signal.

Insider Pineiro Antonio
Role President, International
Type Security Shares Price Value
Grant/Award Performance Stock Unit 12,247 $0.00 --
Grant/Award Common Stock 28,576 $0.00 --
Holdings After Transaction: Performance Stock Unit — 12,247 shares (Direct, null); Common Stock — 88,508 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
  1. Represents restricted stock units granted to the reporting person under the Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. 2025 Omnibus Incentive Plan (the "Plan"). The restricted stock units will vest in three equal installments on each of June 2, 2027, 2028 and 2029. Represents the Target Achievable performance-based restricted stock units ("PSUs") in respect of the one-fiscal year performance period commencing on the first day of fiscal 2026 and ending on the last day of fiscal 2026. 100% of the RSUs shall be deemed earned upon the attainment of positive Same Store Sales during the Performance Period.
RSU grant 28,576 units Restricted stock units granted under 2025 Omnibus Incentive Plan
PSU grant 12,247 units Performance-based RSUs tied to fiscal 2026 Same Store Sales
Shares held after transaction 88,508 shares Common stock directly owned following the equity grants
Vesting schedule 3 equal installments RSUs vest on June 2 of 2027, 2028, and 2029
RSU grant price $0.0000 per unit Equity awards granted at no purchase price
restricted stock units financial
"Represents restricted stock units granted to the reporting person under the Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. 2025 Omnibus Incentive Plan"
Restricted stock units are a type of company reward where employees are promised shares of stock, but they only fully own these shares after meeting certain conditions, like staying with the company for a set time. They matter because they can become valuable assets and are often used to motivate employees to help the company succeed.
performance-based restricted stock units financial
"Represents the Target Achievable performance-based restricted stock units ("PSUs") in respect of the one-fiscal year performance period"
Performance-based restricted stock units are a type of employee equity award that converts into company shares only if predefined financial or operational targets are met over a set period. Think of it like a bonus check that becomes stock only when specific goals are hit; it ties pay to results, aligning managers’ incentives with shareholders. Investors care because these awards affect future share count, executive incentives, and signal how management’s success will be measured and rewarded.
Same Store Sales financial
"100% of the RSUs shall be deemed earned upon the attainment of positive Same Store Sales during the Performance Period"
Same store sales measure the change in revenue generated by stores that have been open for at least a year, comparing current sales to past periods. It helps investors see how well a business is growing from its existing locations, without the influence of new store openings or closures. This metric provides a clearer picture of ongoing performance and customer demand.
Omnibus Incentive Plan financial
"restricted stock units granted to the reporting person under the Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. 2025 Omnibus Incentive Plan"
An omnibus incentive plan is a single, flexible program a company uses to give employees and executives different types of pay tied to performance — for example stock options, restricted shares, cash bonuses and other awards — all governed by one set of rules. It matters to investors because it determines how many new shares may be created, how leaders are motivated and how much the company will spend on compensation over time; think of it as a master toolbox that affects both costs and the total share supply.
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SEC Form 4
FORM 4UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940
OMB APPROVAL
OMB Number:3235-0287
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Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).
Check this box to indicate that a transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities of the issuer that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c). See Instruction 10.
1. Name and Address of Reporting Person*
Pineiro Antonio

(Last)(First)(Middle)
1221 S. BELT LINE RD., SUITE 500

(Street)
COPPELL TEXAS 75019

(City)(State)(Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)
2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. [ PLAY ]
5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)
Director10% Owner
XOfficer (give title below)Other (specify below)
President, International
2a. Foreign Trading Symbol
3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
06/02/2026
6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)
XForm filed by One Reporting Person
Form filed by More than One Reporting Person
4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3) 2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4) 6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeVAmount(A) or (D)Price
Common Stock06/02/2026A28,576(1)A$088,508D
Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
(e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3) 2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security 3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4) 8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5) 9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4) 10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeV(A)(D)Date ExercisableExpiration DateTitleAmount or Number of Shares
Performance Stock Unit$0(2)06/02/2026A12,24706/02/2027 (2)Common Stock12,247$012,247D
Explanation of Responses:
1. Represents restricted stock units granted to the reporting person under the Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. 2025 Omnibus Incentive Plan (the "Plan"). The restricted stock units will vest in three equal installments on each of June 2, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
2. Represents the Target Achievable performance-based restricted stock units ("PSUs") in respect of the one-fiscal year performance period commencing on the first day of fiscal 2026 and ending on the last day of fiscal 2026. 100% of the RSUs shall be deemed earned upon the attainment of positive Same Store Sales during the Performance Period.
Sherri M. Smith, Attorney-in-Fact06/03/2026
** Signature of Reporting PersonDate
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* If the form is filed by more than one reporting person, see Instruction 4 (b)(v).
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* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)

FAQ

What equity awards did Antonio Pineiro receive at Dave & Buster's (PLAY)?

Antonio Pineiro received 28,576 restricted stock units and 12,247 performance-based restricted stock units. Both awards were granted under Dave & Buster's 2025 Omnibus Incentive Plan as part of his compensation as President, International, rather than through open-market share purchases.

How do Antonio Pineiro's restricted stock units at PLAY vest?

The 28,576 restricted stock units granted to Antonio Pineiro vest in three equal installments. They will vest on June 2 of 2027, 2028, and 2029, encouraging multi-year retention and alignment with Dave & Buster's ongoing business performance.

What performance condition applies to Antonio Pineiro’s PSUs at Dave & Buster's?

The 12,247 performance-based restricted stock units relate to a one-fiscal-year period covering fiscal 2026. One hundred percent of these PSUs are deemed earned if Dave & Buster's achieves positive Same Store Sales during that fiscal 2026 performance period.

What period do Antonio Pineiro’s performance stock units at PLAY cover?

The performance stock units cover a one-fiscal-year period starting on the first day of fiscal 2026 and ending on the last day of fiscal 2026. Their earning is tied specifically to Dave & Buster's Same Store Sales during that performance window.

How many Dave & Buster's shares does Antonio Pineiro hold after these grants?

After receiving the new restricted stock unit grant, Antonio Pineiro directly holds 88,508 shares of Dave & Buster's common stock. This figure reflects his post-transaction ownership as reported in the Form 4 and highlights his ongoing equity stake in the company.

Are Antonio Pineiro’s recent PLAY equity awards open-market purchases?

No, the Form 4 classifies both transactions as acquisitions through grants or awards. They are restricted stock units and performance-based restricted stock units granted at no purchase price, not open-market share purchases or sales by Antonio Pineiro.