Super Evil Megacorp has announced that Ian Fielding, formerly the studio head, has been appointed CEO. Kristian Segerstrale, who previously held the CEO position, will transition to the role of executive chair of the developer.
Ian Fielding’s Background
Fielding joined Super Evil in 2021, bringing experience from his tenure at Insomniac Games and Riot Games. At Riot, he served as senior production manager, contributing to the launch and ongoing success of Valorant. During his time as studio head at Super Evil, Fielding has played a pivotal role in the studio’s evolution from a mobile-first developer to a cross-platform game studio.
Key Contributions
Fielding also served as executive producer for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate, a project that showcased Super Evil’s commitment to cooperative gameplay and cross-platform experiences. In a recent interview with GamesIndustry.biz, Super Evil expressed its intention to continue focusing on co-op and crossplay features in future titles.
Statements from Leadership
“It’s been an honour to work closely with such a talented leader as Kristian Segerstrale, and I look forward to collaborating with him in his new role,” said Fielding. “I’m excited for the future of Super Evil as we begin to realise the long-term plans we have in motion to grow Super Evil into a top-tier independent studio with world-class talent that creates unforgettable shared gaming experiences.”
Segerstrale reflected on the company’s achievements and expressed confidence in Fielding’s leadership. “I am very proud of what we have built as a long-lasting independent games company. Our recent years’ success is largely thanks to Ian’s stewardship. We see an enormous opportunity ahead, and I believe Super Evil is set up to succeed with Ian as CEO, as the business leader helming our incredibly committed team.”
Future Outlook
Super Evil Megacorp has a strong foundation as an independent games studio and remains committed to developing innovative multiplayer experiences that resonate with gamers worldwide. This leadership transition signals the company’s ambition to expand its capabilities and deliver on its vision for the future of gaming.
Key Points:
- Ian Fielding has been appointed as the CEO of Super Evil Megacorp.
- Kristian Segerstrale transitions to the role of executive chair.
- Fielding joined Super Evil in 2021, with prior experience at Insomniac Games and Riot Games.
- As studio head, Fielding oversaw the company’s growth to a cross-platform developer.
- Fielding was executive producer for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate.
- Leadership is focused on co-op and crossplay features for future titles.
- Super Evil aims to grow into a top-tier independent studio with world-class talent.