Shares of Wakefield-based Everplay Group plc — formerly called Team17 — rose as much as 4% after it said its full-year results are “expected to be materially ahead of current market expectations.”

Everplay, a developer and publisher of video games, working simulation games and children’s edutainment apps, announced results for the six months ended June 30, 2026, showing revenue down 8% to £66.9 million and adjusted profit before tax down 55% to £8.8 million.

Interim ordinary dividend will be 1.1p per share.

Everplay CEO Mikkel Weider said: “Our back catalogue posted another resilient performance in a half in which there were no major new releases, underpinning the solid foundations upon which everplay is built.

“At the same time, the teams have been laser focused on preparing for our key releases in the second half. We have entered the period with real momentum, and feel confident in materially exceeding market expectations for the full year.

“I am pleased to share that our major new releases, including Hell Let Loose: Vietnam and Wardogs, are performing well ahead of our expectations, breaking many sales and player number records.

“I am also delighted to say that we have exercised our option to increase our shareholding in Super Media Group, owners of Bulkhead – the team behind Wardogs. We have long admired this team, and we are thrilled to further strengthen our relationship and support them on their journey.

“I’d really like to thank everyone at everplay and our partners for their hard work and dedication so far this year, and welcome everyone who has joined the group, including Jon Rissik as Chief Growth Officer.

“With a strong balance sheet, resilient catalogue, growing portfolio of first-party IP and innovative third-party games, we are well positioned to deliver accelerated growth.”