Supercell boss: 'We need to take bigger risks'

Supercell CEO Ilkka Paananen believes the mobile gaming industry needs to embrace more risk-taking to stay competitive. According to Paananen, the sector has become too focused on "safe bets" and incremental improvements, rather than pursuing truly innovative and groundbreaking ideas. Paananen argues that the industry's tendency to play it safe has led to a lack of creativity and a proliferation of similar, derivative games. He believes that by taking on more ambitious projects and being willing to fail, companies can foster a culture of innovation and push the boundaries of what's possible in mobile gaming. Supercell itself, the creator of hit games like Clash of Clans and Clash Royale, is known for its willingness to experiment and try new approaches. Paananen suggests that this mindset has been a key driver of the company's success and he hopes to see more industry players adopt a similar risk-taking mentality in the years to come.