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Midas Interactive Entertainment
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Midas Interactive Entertainment

A European video game publisher and developer known for budget-priced titles on PlayStation and PC platforms.
Action
Driving
Racing
Sports
Strategy
Founded
1999
HQ
Braintree, Essex, United Kingdom
Parent
Midas Interactive Entertainment BV (Netherlands)
Known for
Racing / Simulation / Sports
33
Games
1999–2010
Years
7
Platforms
$7.13
Ø CIB
+13%
24M change

About

Midas Interactive Entertainment specialized in budget-priced releases during the late 1990s and 2000s. The company published and developed racing simulations like Castrol Honda Superbike Racing, International Super Karts, and the Speed Machines series. They also released historical action titles such as WWII: Soldier and WWII: Battle Over the Pacific, alongside licensed sports games like Mary King's Riding Star.
Operating primarily within the European PAL television format, the publisher targeted the transition era between the original PlayStation and PlayStation 2 consoles. Partnerships with major brands and personalities defined their early catalog. For instance, Castrol Honda Superbike Racing (1999) leveraged official motorcycle licensing to deliver realistic physics on the PlayStation, while Mary King's Riding Star (2001) capitalized on the endorsement of the British Olympic equestrian to appeal to niche sports enthusiasts.
The company's output frequently utilized established historical and mythological themes to capture consumer interest. Heracles: Battle with the Gods (2000) adapted Greek mythology into an accessible platforming format. Simultaneously, the developer expanded its military-themed portfolio with WWII: Soldier (2000) and WWII: Battle Over the Pacific (2000), which offered accessible tactical and flight combat experiences. In the racing genre, the company sustained momentum by iterating on accessible driving mechanics, transitioning from International Super Karts (2000) and Speed Machines 3 (2000) to the subsequent release of Speed Machines (2002). These titles collectively established a high-volume production model that filled retail shelves during the twilight of the 32-bit console era.

Key People

Paul Share
Founder
David Banfield
Director

Company History

Former names
Midas Games

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