Limassol-based global gaming company GDEV has acquired Light Hour Games, a Cyprus-based mobile developer.
Light Hour Games was founded by seasoned devs Konstantin Mitrofanov (ex CPO at Belka Games) and Ilya Nikitin (ex Chief Project Manager at MY.GAMES). According to a press release, the new gaming studio is a full-stack studio that builds and markets mobile casual games using AI-first workflows - enabling rapid iteration without compromising high-quality execution. The goal is to build feel-good casual games that players can connect with - and to do it smarter, faster, and better using AI-first production workflows.
With just 15 people and a ton of automation under the hood, the team is already preparing a new game: a tile-match game, blending familiar gameplay with story-driven depth and emotional beats. (Soft launch is coming in October this year.)
As part of the deal, GDEV is providing full operational funding, plus access to its data, analytics and publishing muscle. In return, the team keeps full creative control and shares in the long-term success of its games.
“Light Hour Games fits our vision perfectly - lean, talented, and driven by innovation,” said Andrey Fadeev, CEO of GDEV. “We believe in backing great creators with the freedom and support they need to make something unforgettable.”
Konstantin Mitrofanov, CEO of Light Hour Games, added: “Joining GDEV gives us the best of both worlds: the resources to dream big, and the freedom to build the game we believe in. We can’t wait to share it with players.”
“Stay tuned - the first Light Hour Games project is on the horizon, and it’s looking bright,” GDEV’s press release concluded.
