Opera Browser Acquire Rights YoYo Games to Set-Up Gaming Division

Opera browser obtained rights of Scotland-based British company YoYo Games for $10 million to establish their gaming section on January 20^th, 2021.

Developed by Opera Software, the Opera browser has bought rights of YoYo Games. Opera, which has a user base of 80 million monthly active users (MAUs), is experiencing a year-to-year growth of 20%. This acquisition marks the formation of Opera Gaming division which will be focusing on new opportunities for Opera in the gaming industry.

YoYo Games is best known for developing the newest iteration GameMaker Studio 2, the first gaming browser in the world and one of the most popular engines to develop games. The GameMaker Studio enables developers to create 2D games on various platforms such as Android, Windows, PS4 and Xbox One. YoYo Games stated that ‘the GameMaker Studio 2 is used to teach game design to students in more than 2000 institutions.’

Launched in 2019, the Opera GX gaming browser reached 7 million monthly active users (MAUs) in December 2020, more than tripling previous year’s entries. Opera GX was created to run and stream games. The gaming browser will free-up the space on PC by limiting data used by network, RAM and CPU, to provide a better gaming experience. PC users of Opera have almost doubled since last 3 years as it has provided unique browsing experience on PC. Now, the integration between Opera GX and GameMaker Studio can be expected as both the companies have merged.

In 2018, YoYo Game tried to expand its business by introducing a game publishing division, but that division was shut down in the same year. The collaboration of these companies has assembled GameMaker, Opera GX and YoYo Games together, that will lay down a solid foundation for Opera Gaming Division.

Share this story

About the author

Shivani Latey

is a talented content writer with over three years of experience specializing in crafting informative and engaging articles and blog posts. Known for her ability to simplify complex topics, she ensures that her content is clear, accessible, and resonates with a wide range of audiences. Her strengths lie in distilling intricate concepts into digestible, well-structured pieces that maintain reader interest and drive engagement. With expertise in digital marketing and SEO, she is adept at creating content that not only informs but also enhances brand visibility and online presence. she create content for vrious industries such as Cosmetic Ingredients, Polymer and Resins, and Green Chemicals.

Driven by a passion for clarity and precision, she consistently strives to produce high-quality content that stands out in a crowded digital landscape. Her exceptional writing skills are complemented by a strong attention to detail and an innate ability to conduct thorough research, ensuring that every piece she produces is both credible and impactful. Always focused on delivering value, she takes great pride in producing content that aligns with industry trends while offering fresh perspectives that keep readers engaged and informed.

See all stories LinkedIn