Supercell boss: 'We need to take bigger risks'
Published: 6/23/2025

Supercell's CEO, Ilkka Paananen, emphasizes the need for the mobile gaming industry to take bigger risks and innovate to create new game experiences. Despite the success of games like Clash of Clans, there's a push for new concepts to capture players' attention amid increasing competition from social media and streaming services. However, challenges such as rising development costs and the risk of high-profile failures pose obstacles to industry evolution. Paananen highlights Supercell's focus on long-lasting game experiences and the company's commitment to empowering teams for innovative game development.