Daybreak Game Company announced the acquisition of Singularity 6, the developer of the cozy MMO Palia. Singularity 6 will become a wholly owned subsidiary of Daybreak, a renowned publisher of large-scale online games.
Daybreak CEO Ji Ham expressed excitement about the acquisition, noting that Singularity 6’s expertise in creating online games complements Daybreak’s portfolio. He emphasized the potential of Palia, which has attracted over four million players, with more than 100k active daily users.
Singularity 6, founded by former Riot Games developers Anthony Leung and Aidan Karabaich, launched Palia in open beta in August 2023. The game is available on multiple platforms, including Steam, the Epic Games Store, and Nintendo Switch.
Despite its success, Singularity 6 faced challenges, laying off 49 employees in April 2024 and another 36 in May. These layoffs, representing about 40% of the workforce, occurred shortly after Palia’s launch on Steam.
Daybreak, known for titles like EverQuest and DC Universe Online, aims to support Palia’s growth. Leung highlighted the benefits of partnering with Daybreak, citing their experience in building long-lasting gaming communities.
This acquisition marks a significant step for both companies. Daybreak gains a promising title in Palia, while Singularity 6 receives the support needed to enhance and expand its game. Fans can expect continued updates and new content as the collaboration progresses.
