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PlaySide Studios Reports Early Sales Estimates for New Video Game; Shares Hit 52-Week High

-- PlaySide Studios (ASX:PLY) reported estimated sales of 360,000 units for its "MOUSE: P.I. For Hire" video game across all platforms since the title's launch on April 17, according to a Monday filing with the Australian bourse.

Gross sales for the game so far are estimated at $10.4 million, while estimated net sales to PlaySide are $6.3 million, per the filing.

"Initial data indicates a highly successful launch across all major platforms, underpinned by strong critical reception and significant player interest," the company said, adding that the early sales performance will "strongly support near-term cash inflows."

Shares of PlaySide Studios were down more than 1% in recent Monday trade but earlier hit their highest since January 2025.

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