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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.
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Paradox Interactive’s chief executive Frederik Wester announced he will step down after roughly fifteen years at the helm of the grand‑strategy publisher. In a company statement, Wester said he will remain on the board to focus on Paradox’s long‑term development, while ensuring an orderly transition. Deputy CEO Mattias Lilja is slated to assume the CEO role on 4 January 2027. The change follows several tumultuous years for the studio behind titles such as Stellaris, Europa Universalis and Crusader Kings III.
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