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Frontier Developments Unveils New Planet Franchise and Disney Game Roadmap
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By the numbers: this timeline documents 6 events from Jan 1, 2026 to Sep 11, 2026, drawn from 3 sources.
Background
Frontier Developments, a UK-based video game developer and publisher founded in 1994, built its reputation on simulation and strategy titles, notably the Planet Coaster and Planet Zoo series, as well as Jurassic World Evolution.
In its financial results for the 12 months leading up to May 31, 2026, the company reported a 16% revenue growth to £104.8 million, driven by strong trading performance, cost controls, and successes across its core management simulation portfolio.
In June 2025, Frontier Developments reportedly established an executive board to guide the company's next stage of evolution and leadership transition.
The timeline
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Jo Cooke Steps Up as CEO
Jo Cooke allegedly transitioned from Chief Marketing Officer to Chief Executive Officer, succeeding outgoing CEO Jonny Watts.[2]
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Frontier Reports FY26 Financial Results
According to Frontier's report, the company had a 16% revenue increase to £104.8 million ($142.1 million) and an adjusted operating profit increase of 62% to £21.4 million for the fiscal year ended May 31, 2026.[2]
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Dan Lazarides Appointed CMO
Dan Lazarides reportedly officially assumed the role of Chief Marketing Officer at Frontier Developments.[2]
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Disney Collaboration Agreement Announced
Frontier announced an agreement with Disney that reportedly involves developing and publishing a new game drawing upon Disney's portfolio of intellectual property, slated for the 2030 fiscal year at the earliest.[1]
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FY 2026 Earnings Call
Frontier Developments reportedly held an earnings call to present its FY 2026 financial results.[3]
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Roadmap Revealed in Earnings Report
Frontier reportedly published its upcoming release roadmap, outlining Planet Zoo 2, Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate – Deathwatch, a new Planet franchise title for fiscal year 2028, and subsequent construction and management simulation games.[1]
What happens next
October 1, 2026: Company founder and president David Braben is reportedly scheduled to transition to a non-executive director role while retaining his presidential title and focusing on game oversight.
October 13, 2026: Planet Zoo 2 is reportedly scheduled to launch as part of Frontier's FY27 release lineup.
2028: Frontier reported that a new own-IP construction and management simulation game reportedly establishing a further Planet franchise is in full development and slated for release in the 2028 fiscal year.
2029: Frontier Developments plans to release a new Construction & Management Simulation title in fiscal year 2029, according to a revealed roadmap.
2030: A collaboration with Disney is slated for release in fiscal year 2030 at the earliest, according to the company's roadmap.
Frequently asked
What games did Frontier Developments announce on its roadmap?
Frontier announced Planet Zoo 2 (launching October 13, 2026), Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate – Deathwatch, a new entry in the Planet franchise slated for FY28, an additional CMS game for FY29, and a Disney collaboration game slated for FY30 at the earliest.
Who are the key executive leaders at Frontier Developments?
Jo Cooke serves as CEO following the departure of Jonny Watts. Dan Lazarides is the Chief Marketing Officer, and company founder David Braben transitions to a non-executive director role while keeping his presidential position.
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GenZHype. “Frontier Developments Unveils New Planet Franchise and Disney Game Roadmap.”
GenZHype, 19 September 2026,
https://genzhype.com/gaming/frontier-developments-unveils-new-planet-franchise-and-disney-game-roadmap/.