"Potentially more serious have been reports of fractures.........11 Jan 2022 17:12
The fantasy wargames maker and retailer explained this was due to foreign exchange movements and increased costs, such as special payments to staff.
"Potentially more serious have been reports of fractures between Games Workshop and its devotees, linked to the launch of a subscription-based service and the aggressive protection of its intellectual property by pursuing YouTubers who have created Warhammer-inspired animations and stories," AJ Bell analyst Russ Mould commented.
"While it is understandable that Games Workshop is protective of its IP, it needs to tread carefully. The value of the company is inextricably linked to fans' devotion to the Warhammer brand."