CTM Group Acquires Entertainment Assets from NAMCO USA

ZCG-Backed CTM Group Acquires Family Entertainment Assets from Theisen Vending Inc.

November 8, 2021

Media & Entertainment

CTM Group Inc., a Z Capital Group-backed platform, acquired the family entertainment assets of Theisen Vending Inc., a portfolio of approximately 2,000 pieces of equipment operating across more than 180 locations in the United States and Puerto Rico. The acquisition expands CTM's installed base and footprint at high-traffic venues and supports its ongoing digital- and data-driven transformation to improve consumer experience and venue profitability.

Accel Entertainment Acquires Tom's Amusement Company, Inc.

June 10, 2020

Media & Entertainment

Accel Entertainment, Inc. has agreed to acquire Tom's Amusement Company, Inc., a Georgia-based coin-operated amusement machine (COAM) master licensee, expanding Accel's operations into the Southeastern United States. The deal adds 11 Georgia COAM Class B locations (65 terminals) to Accel's portfolio and is expected to close pending regulatory approvals from the Georgia Lottery Corporation.

United Gaming Acquires Assets of Elite Amusement, Inc.

December 15, 2020

Media & Entertainment

United Gaming LLC, the largest operator of coin-operated amusement machines (COAMs) in Georgia, acquired the assets and team of Elite Amusement, Inc. The transaction was announced alongside a new $250 million senior secured multi-draw credit facility to support United Gaming's consolidation and expansion plans.

Sony Acquires 2.5% Stake in Bandai Namco Holdings

July 31, 2025

Media & Entertainment

Sony Group Corporation agreed to buy 16 million shares of Bandai Namco Holdings for about ¥68 billion (roughly $430 million), taking a 2.5% stake in the company. The investment formalizes a strategic alliance to expand global fan communities and develop IP-driven experiences across gaming, anime and music.

MRI Software Acquires CTM Software

February 7, 2019

Software

MRI Software LLC has acquired CTM Software, a Colorado-based provider of SaaS transaction management, document workflow and electronic signature solutions for residential real estate agents. The acquisition gives MRI an entry point into the U.S. residential agent market and adds CTM’s workflow, document management and e-signature capabilities to MRI’s global real estate software platform; MRI is supported by private equity sponsors GI Partners and TA Associates.

GENDA Inc. Acquires Player One Amusement Group

July 15, 2025

Media & Entertainment

Tokyo-based entertainment operator GENDA Inc. has acquired Player One Amusement Group, a North American provider of amusement gaming equipment and outsourced operations, from private equity firm OpenGate Capital. The deal advances GENDA's roll-up strategy to expand its footprint and sales volume across North America.