Who owns SCIPLAY CORPORATION?

SCIPLAY CORPORATION has been 100% owned by LIGHT & WONDER since May 2023.

At what enterprise value was SCIPLAY CORPORATION acquired in 2023?

During the acquisition of SCIPLAY CORPORATION by LIGHT & WONDER in 2023, the transaction's Enterprise Value is estimated to be in the range of $1–10bn.

What was the EV/EBITDA of SCIPLAY CORPORATION when it was acquired by LIGHT & WONDER?

The estimated EV/EBITDA multiple for SCIPLAY CORPORATION is in the range of 10x - 18x.

What was the EV/Revenue multiple of SCIPLAY CORPORATION when it was acquired by LIGHT & WONDER?

The estimated EV/Revenue multiple for SCIPLAY CORPORATION is in the range of 2x - 6x.

When was SCIPLAY CORPORATION acquired by LIGHT & WONDER?

SCIPLAY CORPORATION was acquired by LIGHT & WONDER in 2023.

What was the revenue of SCIPLAY CORPORATION at the time of the deal?

The revenue of SCIPLAY CORPORATION at the time of the deal is estimated to be in the range of $450–900M.

What was the EBITDA of SCIPLAY CORPORATION during the acquisition?

SCIPLAY CORPORATION's EBITDA is estimated to be in the range of $100–200M.

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What is the average EV/EBITDA multiple for the TMT (Tech, Media, Telecom) sector in 2026?

The average EV/EBITDA multiple for the TMT (Tech, Media, Telecom) sector in 2026 is 14.6x.

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05/2023

SCIPLAY CORPORATION acquired by LIGHT & WONDER

UNITED STATES Software / Gaming & Consumer Apps EV $1–10bn

Context

Light & Wonder has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire SciPlay Corporation. This transaction results in the full integration of SciPlay as a wholly-owned subsidiary, leading to the delisting of SciPlay from the Nasdaq Global Select Market. The acquisition is intended to streamline the organizational structure of Light & Wonder, providing the necessary operational and financial strength to accelerate the company’s cross-platform strategy. By moving to 100% ownership, the firm expects to drive improved collaboration between teams, facilitating the development and deployment of engaging games across both digital and land-based platforms. This unified approach is designed to create a more seamless and best-in-class player experience. The move represents a consolidation of high-growth digital assets into the parent platform, signaling a broader industry trend where traditional gaming giants are aggressively integrating digital and mobile gaming developers to capture higher user engagement and recurring revenue.

SCIPLAY CORPORATION, which reported an EBITDA margin of [members only] in 2022, is valued in this transaction at an EV/EBITDA multiple of 10x–18x, representing a discount to the average currently observed in the TMT (Tech, Media, Telecom) sector (14.6x).

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Target

SciPlay is a prominent developer and publisher of digital games, specifically focused on the mobile and web platforms. The company specializes in creating engaging, social casino-style gaming experiences that attract a broad, highly active user base. By leveraging data-driven design and continuous game optimization, SciPlay has cultivated a reputation for market outperformance and operational excellence in the free-to-play mobile gaming sector. The company’s core business model is built around high-retention gameplay, monetization via in-game purchases, and constant product updates that drive user engagement. Their strategic focus encompasses not only game development but also the deployment of robust backend infrastructure that supports real-time performance analytics and personalized player experiences at scale. As a specialist in the digital gaming space, SciPlay serves as a critical component in the broader entertainment landscape, providing sustainable, recurring revenue streams through their diversified portfolio of titles.

Ent. Value

$1–10bn

Equity Value

[members only]

Multiples

EV / Revenue

2x–6x

EV / EBITDA

10x–18x

EV / EBIT

10x–18x

Historical Financials (USD)

Year

Rev

EBITDA

EBIT

2022

2021

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Valuation range: EV $1–10bn

Revenue range: $450–900M

EBITDA range: $100–200M

EV/Revenue range: 2x - 6x

EV/EBITDA range: 10x - 18x

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Target: sciplay corporation

Acquirer: light & wonder