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Sumo sells Secret Mode to Emona Capital
AppWizard
March 3, 2025

Sumo sells Secret Mode to Emona Capital

UK-based gaming company Sumo Group has divested its publishing label, Secret Mode, to Emona Capital, with the leadership team continuing to guide the label's creative direction. The financial details of the transaction are undisclosed, and Secret Mode will remain an independent publisher. Ed Blincoe and James Schall expressed enthusiasm about the partnership and the opportunity to focus on indie game publishing. Emona Capital's managing partner, Dominik Dolenec, noted the potential for supporting Secret Mode's mission in the independent games sector. Secret Mode was founded in 2020 by Sumo Group, which is shifting towards a work-for-hire business model.
Sumo Group refocuses on work-for-hire development
AppWizard
February 4, 2025

Sumo Group refocuses on work-for-hire development

UK-based gaming company Sumo Group is shifting its focus towards the work-for-hire segment, which CEO Carl Cavers believes is crucial for long-term stability. He acknowledged that this decision will impact studios and employees but did not specify potential layoffs or the number of affected staff. Cavers emphasized the company's commitment to minimizing adverse effects on its workforce and supporting those impacted with transparency and care. Sumo Group aims to enhance its reputation as a premium development partner and leverage its expertise to create outstanding games for clients. The company previously laid off 15 percent of its staff in June 2024 and spun out Timbre Games into an independent developer in September 2024.
One day after trumpeting its big Summer Game Fest reveals, Sumo Group is laying off 15% of its workers and closing Timbre Games
AppWizard
June 12, 2024

One day after trumpeting its big Summer Game Fest reveals, Sumo Group is laying off 15% of its workers and closing Timbre Games

Sumo Group has announced layoffs of up to 15% of its workforce in order to secure the future of the business. This decision comes after showcasing multiple games at Summer Game Fest events and aims to reshape operations to navigate future challenges. The closure of development studio Timbre Games, founded by Sumo Group in July 2021, may result from these layoffs.
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