Supercell

Supercell Oy is a Finnish mobile game development company headquartered in Helsinki, founded on May 14, 2010, by Ilkka Paananen and Mikko Kodisoja. The company gained international acclaim with the release of games such as Hay Day, Clash of Clans, Boom Beach, Clash Royale, and Brawl Stars. These titles have been praised for their engaging gameplay and have amassed substantial player bases worldwide. Supercell’s business model focuses on free-to-play games that generate revenue through in-game microtransactions, emphasizing the creation of games that remain popular for years. This approach has led to remarkable financial achievements, with Clash of Clans alone generating over $10 billion in revenue since its launch. In 2016, Supercell’s success attracted the attention of Chinese technology giant Tencent, which acquired an 81.4% stake in the company, valuing it at €8.4 billion. Despite this acquisition, Supercell has maintained its operational independence, continuing to develop and support its games with a focus on quality and player satisfaction. The company’s unique organizational structure, consisting of small, autonomous teams known as ‘cells,’ fosters a culture of innovation and agility, enabling Supercell to adapt swiftly to the dynamic mobile gaming market. This structure has been instrumental in the company’s ability to produce and sustain successful games that resonate with players globally.