Release Date: August 09, 2024

For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript.

Positive Points

• Motorsport Games Inc (NASDAQ:MSGM) successfully launched Le Mans Ultimate, which has received positive reception and created a passionate fan base.
• The company introduced a new revenue stream with the launch of a paid downloadable content (DLC) pack and a season pass, with 46% of purchases favoring the season pass.
• Revenues for the second quarter of 2024 increased by 8.2% compared to the same period in the prior year, primarily due to higher digital game sales.
• Net income for the quarter improved significantly, reaching $2.1 million compared to a net loss of $8.2 million in the prior year, driven by reduced operating expenses and gains from settlements.
• Motorsport Games Inc (NASDAQ:MSGM) has undertaken efforts to improve its balance sheet, including a $2.9 million liability reduction and raising $1 million in gross proceeds through a registered direct offering.

Negative Points

• Despite the positive developments, Motorsport Games Inc (NASDAQ:MSGM) does not have sufficient cash on hand to fund operations over the next year and requires additional funding.
• The company reported an adjusted EBITDA loss of $0.2 million for the second quarter of 2024, although this is an improvement from the previous year.
• Net cash used in operations for the first half of 2024 was approximately $1.4 million, indicating ongoing cash burn challenges.
• The company's cash and cash equivalents were only $0.5 million as of June 30, 2024, highlighting liquidity concerns.
• Motorsport Games Inc (NASDAQ:MSGM) is actively exploring strategic alternatives, including potential asset sales or licensing, to address its financial challenges.

Q & A Highlights

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Q: Can you provide more details on the performance and reception of Le Mans Ultimate since its launch? A: Stephen Hood, CEO: Le Mans Ultimate has been our primary focus, and we are pleased with its performance. Since its launch, we've released major updates, patches, and hot fixes to enhance the game. The community's positive reception is evident, with a significant uptake in our first paid downloadable content (DLC) pack. Almost half of the purchases were for the larger season pass, which exceeded our expectations and indicates a strong, passionate fan base eager for more content and features.

Q: What are the future plans for expanding Le Mans Ultimate's availability? A: Stephen Hood, CEO: We are exploring expanding the platforms for Le Mans Ultimate, including making it available on PlayStation and Xbox consoles. This decision is driven by the game's success during its early access period, which exceeded our internal objectives. We are also considering introducing a subscription service to add new features, which will be an optional revenue stream for players.

Q: How has the financial performance been for the second quarter of 2024? A: Stanley Beckley, CFO: Revenues for the quarter were $1.9 million, an 8.2% increase from the previous year, primarily due to higher digital game sales. Net income was $2.1 million, a significant improvement from a net loss of $8.2 million in the prior year. This was driven by reduced operating expenses and gains from settlement agreements. Adjusted EBITDA loss was $0.2 million, an improvement from the previous year's $2.7 million loss.

Q: What measures are being taken to address the company's liquidity challenges? A: Stanley Beckley, CFO: We are actively exploring options to address our liquidity shortfall, including potential equity and debt financing, strategic alternatives like asset sales or licensing, and further cost reduction initiatives. Our cash position as of July 31, 2024, was $1.3 million, but additional funding will be required to continue operations over the next year.

Q: Can you elaborate on the strategic alternatives being considered for the business? A: Stephen Hood, CEO: We are exploring strategic alternatives to support our product portfolio's growth and investment needs. This includes potential sales or licensing of assets and partnerships to leverage our technology and market position. Our goal is to ensure the long-term success and sustainability of our business and products.

For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript.