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Paradox boss Frederik Wester stepping down after several tumultuous years for the Cities Skylines and Stellaris publisher

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Paradox boss Frederik Wester stepping down after several tumultuous years for the Cities Skylines and Stellaris publisher

Paradox Interactive's Frederik Wester has announced he's stepping down from the role of CEO after a combined decade and a half leading the company. The news follows several tumultuous years for the publisher best known for grand strategy games including Stellaris, Europa Universalis, and Crusader Kings 3.

In a statement announcing the change in leadership, Paradox said Wester had "decided to step down as CEO to continue focusing on the company's long-term development as a member of the Board." Paradox's current deputy CEO, Mattias Lilja, will take over Wester's role from 4th January 2027. Wester is to remain in the position until then in order "to ensure an orderly transition".

"I'm truly grateful to all our engaged players and talented colleagues who contribute to outstanding gaming experiences every day," Wester said of his decision. "They are the ones who made these years amazing. My plan was never to be CEO for life. The goal was to build the foundation before passing the baton on for the next chapter in the company's journey. Since I returned as CEO, we've streamlined our strategy, rebuilt our pipeline and developed our commercial offering. Mattias has had a central role in laying this foundation, and now is the right time to hand over. Given his experience and vision, he is exceptionally well positioned to take the company to its next level."

Wester has twice served as Paradox CEO since joining the company in 2003. His first stint ran from 2009 to 2018, after which he became Paradox's executive chairman of the board.


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