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Ilkka Paananen

04/03/25

@ a16z speedrun

When forming new game teams, we look for individuals who can achieve a lot with very few resources, embodying the entrepreneurial spirit.

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CEO of Supercell on the Harsh Truth About Game Development

@ a16z speedrun

CEO of Supercell on the Harsh Truth About Game Development

04/03/25

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