Sporty Group has announced the acquisition of Sociable Soccer, the acclaimed arcade-style football video game created by industry legend Jon Hare. This strategic partnership marks Sporty Group’s foray into the lucrative mobile and video gaming market.
Sociable Soccer, which features over 12,000 officially licensed FIFPRO players, has already found success on platforms like Steam and Nintendo Switch. With the support of Sporty Group, the fast-paced football simulation game is poised to conquer Xbox and PlayStation consoles in the near future.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Jon Hare and his talented team to the Sporty family,” said the Sporty Group CEO. “By combining our innovative vision with their game design expertise, we’re set to deliver even more thrilling experiences for gamers and Sporty users worldwide.”
The acquisition of Sociable Soccer aligns with Sporty Group’s strategic expansion into the mobile and video gaming space. As the company continues to disrupt the sports entertainment industry, this partnership promises to elevate the standard of football gaming for fans across the globe.
Sporty Group’s foray into gaming comes at a time of rapid growth in the sector, with mobile gaming alone expected to generate over $100 billion in revenue by 2023. By leveraging Sociable Soccer’s popularity and the team’s acclaimed game design capabilities, Sporty Group is poised to capitalize on this burgeoning market.
