Supercell has acquired Metacore, a Helsinki and Berlin-based game company known for its mobile title Merge Mansion, for an undisclosed amount. The deal brings Metacore fully under Supercell’s ownership, transitioning the studio from an independent developer into a wholly owned subsidiary of the Finnish gaming giant.
Metacore describes its mission as entertaining hundreds of millions of people for decades, with a current focus on scaling Merge Mansion and developing new hit games. Supercell, the maker of Clash of Clans and Brawl Stars, has a long history of backing external studios through its investment arm, but this acquisition marks a direct consolidation of Metacore’s operations. The two companies already share a close relationship, as Supercell previously held a minority stake in Metacore before deciding to take full control.
The strategic rationale centers on deepening collaboration between the teams. By bringing Metacore in-house, Supercell gains direct oversight of Merge Mansion’s live operations and future pipeline, while Metacore benefits from Supercell’s established infrastructure in long-term game development and global publishing. Both companies operate in the mobile gaming space, but their portfolios are complementary, with Supercell focusing on competitive multiplayer titles and Metacore specializing in narrative-driven merge mechanics.
For Metacore, the acquisition provides financial stability and access to Supercell’s extensive data and analytics capabilities, which could accelerate the development of its upcoming projects. For Supercell, the move secures a proven hit in Merge Mansion, diversifying its revenue stream beyond its core franchises. The deal also signals Supercell’s continued appetite for acquiring studios it already knows well, rather than taking risks on unfamiliar teams.
The combined entity will now operate with Metacore retaining its brand and leadership in Helsinki and Berlin, while integrating more closely with Supercell’s broader studio network. Both companies have stated that hiring will continue at both locations, suggesting that the acquisition is intended to fuel growth rather than consolidate headcount. The immediate focus will be on sustaining Merge Mansion’s momentum and advancing Metacore’s unannounced titles, with the full weight of Supercell’s resources now behind those efforts.