Finnish Mobile Gaming: Supercell, Rovio and New Hits — 2026-10-18
Supercell’s restructuring efforts have become a case study in turnaround strategy, while Finnish studio Redlynx faces closure. The industry braces for Pocket Gamer Connects Nordics 2026 in Helsinki, featuring over 150 speakers from major studios like Rovio and Remedy.
Finnish Mobile Gaming: Supercell, Rovio and New Hits — 2026-10-18
Top developments
Supercell Restructuring Analyzed as Turnaround Case Study
Harvard Business Review published a podcast episode on October 13, 2026, analyzing how Supercell is restructuring its company for a turnaround. The discussion focuses on what CEO Ilkka Paananen should keep and what should go from the founding model when it begins to hold the company back. This analysis comes as Supercell seeks to revitalize growth after a period of revenue decline.
Redlynx Studio Closure Marks End for Trials Creator
Finnish studio Redlynx, known for the Trials franchise, is being closed down as of October 15, 2026. Founded in 2000, the studio’s closure is reported by Helsingin Sanomat, marking a significant loss for the domestic game development scene. This event highlights the ongoing volatility in the industry despite the success of larger players.
Pocket Gamer Connects Nordics 2026 Schedule Revealed
The full 17-track conference schedule for Pocket Gamer Connects Nordics 2026 was announced in early October, ahead of the event in Helsinki. The conference will feature over 150 expert speakers from Rovio, Embark Studios, Colossal Order, Remedy Entertainment, and other key Finnish and Nordic studios. The event is scheduled for October 20-21, 2026, at Wanha Satama.
Supercell’s Clash Royale: The Grand Arena Launches on Kickstarter
Maestro Media has partnered with Supercell for a second time to launch "Clash Royale: The Grand Arena," a new tabletop game, on Kickstarter starting October 20, 2026. This collaboration follows the 2026 release of "Clash of Clans: The Board Game," signaling Supercell’s continued expansion into physical merchandise and cross-media entertainment.
Local view
Finnish media outlet Helsingin Sanomat reported on the closure of Redlynx, emphasizing the end of an era for the developer behind the globally popular Trials series. The report notes the studio's long history since its founding in 2000 and its significant contribution to Finland's gaming reputation.
Context & numbers
Supercell Financials (2025 Full Year, reported Feb 2026):
- Revenue: €2.65 billion (down 4% year-over-year).
- Operating Profit: Grew to €932 million (up 6%).
- Headcount: 890 employees globally (up 30%).
- Contribution to Finnish Economy: €220 million.
Finnish Game Industry (2024 Data):
- Total Turnover: €2.85 billion.
- Employees: 4,300 people at the end of 2024.
- Active Studios: 270 (record high).
Recent Supercell Revenue Estimates (September 2026):
- Clash of Clans: $25 million (top spot, +$1M).
- Brawl Stars: Significant drop (-$10M).
- MOCO: Decreased by $140K.
- Clash Royale, Hay Day, Boom Beach: Remained unchanged.
On the radar
- Pocket Gamer Connects Nordics 2026: Takes place October 20-21, 2026, in Helsinki. Key speakers from Rovio and Remedy will discuss new trends.
- Get Funded 2026: A free event for game startups and entrepreneurs organized by Neogames Finland will be held on November 4, 2026, at the University of Helsinki.
- Supercell Soft Launches: Mobilegamer.biz continues to track Supercell's new titles in soft launch, including real-time multiplayer projects similar to Mo.co and Squad Busters.
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