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Paradox Interactive Gets New Boss After Fredrik Wester Steps Down

Paradox Interactive appoints Mattias Lilja as new CEO after Fredrik Wester steps down for second time.

Nov 12, 2026

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Paradox Interactive Gets New Boss After Fredrik Wester Steps Down

Paradox Interactive appoints Mattias Lilja as new CEO after Fredrik Wester steps down for second time.

In brief

Paradox Interactive appoints Mattias Lilja as new CEO after Fredrik Wester steps down for second time. Paradox Interactive's deputy CEO Mattias Lilja will become the company's new boss in January following Fredrik Wester's second departure. Originally reported by PC Gamer.

Paradox Interactive Leadership Change

Paradox Interactive is getting a new boss as Fredrik Wester steps down for the second time.

Fredrik Wester Steps Down Again

Fredrik Wester has stepped down as CEO for the second time after a previous departure.

Mattias Lilja Takes Over

Mattias Lilja

Deputy CEO Mattias Lilja will become the new CEO in January.

Company Background

Paradox Interactive is a Swedish video game developer known for strategy games.

Previous Leadership

Fredrik Wester previously served as CEO before stepping down in 2025.

Company Impact

Company Impact

The leadership change affects Paradox Interactive's strategy and game development timeline.

Timeline of Events

Fredrik Wester stepped down in 2025, then returned briefly before stepping down again in 2026.

New Leadership Plan

Mattias Lilja's leadership will focus on expanding Paradox Interactive's game portfolio.

Industry Context

The gaming industry is experiencing significant executive turnover in 2026.

Company Strategy

Paradox Interactive aims to increase its presence in the strategy gaming market.

Future Plans

The company plans to release new strategy games in 2027 and 2028.

Executive Background

Mattias Lilja has worked at Paradox Interactive for over 10 years.

Company Response

Paradox Interactive has not commented on the leadership change yet.

What Happens Next

Mattias Lilja will take over as CEO in January 2027, leading the company through its next phase.

The bottom line

Paradox Interactive's deputy CEO Mattias Lilja will become the company's new boss in January following Fredrik Wester's second departure.

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