Transformation and New Operating Model
Company initiated an ambitious 2-year transformation to refocus portfolio, implement a new operating model and rightsized organization aimed at improving long-term free cash flow and quality of releases.
Net Bookings and Guidance Beats in Q4
Q4 net bookings were EUR 415 million, which was EUR 25 million above guidance, driven by better-than-expected back-catalog performance across major franchises.
Live Games Momentum (Rainbow Six Siege)
Rainbow Six Siege showed strong reengagement: session days stable YoY, peak DAUs in March nearly 3x higher than early November, MAUs above 10 million in March and an annual audience above 30 million unique active players; Year 11 content praised by players.
Strong Performers Across Several Franchises
Division 2 net bookings more than doubled year-on-year this fiscal year; Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora delivered very strong YoY net booking growth; Crew Motorfest reached record quarterly users; For Honor net bookings grew double-digit in the quarter; Invincible net bookings up over 50% this fiscal year.
Solid Non-IFRS Profitability
Non-IFRS EBIT was EUR 1.040 billion for the year, broadly in line with the objective of around EUR 1 billion; gross margin was stable year-on-year.
Improved Balance Sheet and Liquidity
Non-IFRS net debt improved materially to EUR 187 million at end-March 2026 from EUR 885 million a year earlier; cash and cash equivalents remained around EUR 1.35 billion, providing comfortable near-term liquidity.
Cost Reductions and Headcount Rightsizing
Fixed cost base down by EUR 118 million year-on-year (approx. 8% at current FX); total accumulated fixed cost savings since FY23 nearly EUR 325 million; headcount reduced by ~1,200 to 16,590 while voluntary attrition remained low.
Reduced Cash R&D and Capitalized Investments
Total cash R&D decreased by EUR 151 million (down 12% YoY) and capitalized investments reduction of EUR 156 million, reflecting disciplined investment and a refocused roadmap.
Strategic Partnership and Vantage Studios
Creation of Vantage Studios and closing of the EUR 1.16 billion Tencent transaction strengthened the balance sheet and financial flexibility; new leadership and strategic hires added to franchise accountability.
Managed Free Cash Flow Within Guidance
Free cash flow consumption was EUR 443 million for FY26, within the updated target range of EUR 400–500 million.