In this exclusive interview, newly appointed CEO Adolf Kristjansson reflects on the key highlights of the first quarter, explains the significance of acquiring the full publishing rights, and outlines the company’s top priorities for the remainder of 2025. Read the report by clicking the link below.

Starbreeze delivered a Q1 revenue above our expectations, driven primarily by a stronger-than-anticipated performance from PAYDAY 3 (“PD3”). While one-off costs weighed on the result, the adjusted figures were more in line with our estimates.

Starbreeze delivered Q1 revenues well above our expectations, driven primarily by stronger-than-anticipated performance from PAYDAY 3 (“PD3”). The game benefited from its feature as PlayStation Plus’ Game of the Month in February and the launch of the Jacket DLC.

Starbreeze will release its Q1 report next Tuesday, May 13. We expect the Q1 results to show slightly lower revenue on a year-on-year basis and a significantly reduced cost base due to lower D&A expenses.