Azra Games Welcomes Kris Davis as Chief Business Officer
On April 7, Azra Games, a U.S.-based game development studio, announced the appointment of Kris Davis as its new Chief Business Officer. Davis, who previously held high-profile roles including co-head of mobile at Sony and COO at Capcom Mobile’s Beeline Interactive, will enhance Azra’s operational efforts as the company gears up for its mobile RPG, Project Legends, expected to launch in October 2025.
Yasmina Kazitani Named Co-President of Blockchain Game Alliance
On March 28, the Blockchain Game Alliance appointed Yasmina Kazitani as co-president, a position she will share with Sebastien Borget. Kazitani has been an active board member of the BGA since 2023, contributing her insights to the organization’s strategic direction.
Ultra Expands Leadership Team with New COO
On March 26, Ultra, a Web3 gaming platform, announced Maxime van Steenberghe as its new Chief Operating Officer. This strategic move aligns with the company’s growth initiatives, which began with the appointment of CEO Gus van Rijckevorsel in December 2024. Additionally, in January 2025, Ultra brought Adrien Moser on board as head of acquisitions. Maxime joins from Circle Strategy, a consulting firm founded by Gus.
Metaborah Appoints Co-CEOs for Strategic Growth
On March 25, Kakao Games’ blockchain gaming subsidiary, Metaborah, announced the appointment of Lim Young-jun and Choi Se-hoon as co-CEOs. Lim, who has been with Kakao Games since 2021, will concentrate on in-house development and business growth, while Choi, who has a long history with Kakao including his role as CFO, will manage the overall operations of Metaborah.
CCP Games Strengthens Economic Leadership
On March 6, CCP Games appointed Stefán Þórarinsson as its new head of economy. Bringing a wealth of macroeconomic knowledge from his previous role at the Central Bank of Iceland, Stefán aims to enhance the in-game economy of EVE Frontier. He takes over from Dr. Eyjólfur Guðmundsson, the former lead economist, and will implement updates to better analyze the game’s economy, focusing on aspects like monetary policy, trade dynamics, and player decision-making.
Farcade Welcomes Sam Steffanina as CMO
On February 27, Farcade, a web3 AI-driven user-generated content gaming platform, appointed Sam “Inevitable” Steffanina as its new Chief Marketing Officer. An influential figure in the industry, Steffanina is also involved with the Wolves DAO and hosts the popular Gamified podcast. He expressed confidence in Farcade’s potential to become a significant player in the gaming landscape.
Mark Long Takes the Helm at Unio
On January 30, Unio announced the appointment of Mark Long, the former CEO of Neon Machine, as its new CEO. Unio, known for its Unioverse franchise, is pioneering a “franchise as a service” model in gaming. Long emphasized the company’s innovative offerings and the potential of its Unio coin to facilitate transactions and governance within the gaming ecosystem.
Fernando Vasconez Joins Saga Origins as Head of Gaming Investments
On January 17, Saga Origins announced Fernando Vasconez as the new head of gaming investments and partnerships. Vasconez brings extensive experience from his previous role as Senior Director of Business Development at Samsung, along with a strong background in mobile gaming and technology.
Metacade Expands Advisory Team with Blockchain Expert
On December 5, Metacade, a web3 game developer, announced the addition of blockchain expert Anndy Lian to its advisory team. Lian has previously held advisory roles in government relations and as head of partnerships at Bybit, as well as serving on Hyundai DAC’s advisory board. He remarked on the transformative potential of gaming within the crypto space, aligning with Metacade’s innovative vision.
Nyan Heroes Team Expands with Strategic Hires
On October 3, 9 Lives Interactive bolstered its team in preparation for the launch of Nyan Heroes by making three key hires: Justin Randall, Esteban Barten, and Asimakis Reppas. Each brings significant experience from major gaming companies which will be invaluable as the team develops an immersive shooter experience.
Earn Alliance Appoints Jeff Drobick as COO
On September 4, Earn Alliance, a web3 game discovery platform, named Jeff Drobick as its new Chief Operating Officer. Drobick, formerly president and CEO of Tapjoy, will leverage his extensive background in gaming engagement services to help scale Earn Alliance’s operations.
Blackmouth Games Appoints Sergio Reyes as CEO
On September 2, Blackmouth Games announced the promotion of former CSO Sergio Reyes to the role of CEO. Reyes, who has a rich history in gaming and esports, will lead the company while previous CEO Joaquin Valverde transitions to an executive founder position.
Random Games Hires Star Citizen Co-Founder as CCO
On July 19, Random Games welcomed Eric Peterson, co-founder of Star Citizen, as the new Chief Creative Officer. Peterson will oversee the creative direction of the Unioverse platform, drawing from his extensive experience in game development.
Helika Expands Leadership Team
On July 9, Helika, a web3 gaming analytics startup, filled three critical positions with experienced professionals from various gaming backgrounds, enhancing its capabilities in product management, engineering, and regional operations.
Nexon Appoints Dominic Jang as CBDO
On July 1, Nexon announced the appointment of Dominic Jang as Chief Business Development Officer. Jang previously led business development at Oasys and expressed excitement about joining Nexon, noting the team’s impressive capabilities and potential for collaboration.
Animoca Brands Hires Olivia Song for Mocaverse
On May 15, Animoca Brands announced Olivia Song as the new head of business development for Mocaverse. Song joined Animoca after a successful tenure at Avalanche Korea.
Yuga Labs Appoints New Head of Gaming Business Development
On February 20, Yuga Labs hired George Yousling as the new head of gaming business development, shortly before acquiring the NFT collection Moonbirds. Yousling previously held a similar position at Polygon.
Kensuke Amo Becomes COO at Animoca Brands Japan
On February 1, Animoca Brands Japan appointed Kensuke Amo as Chief Operating Officer. Amo has a distinguished background in NFTs and the metaverse, having previously established successful initiatives at Coincheck.
Horizon Blockchain Games Appoints Greg Canessa as President and COO
On January 26, Greg Canessa, known for his work in game development at Xbox Live Arcade, took on the roles of president and COO at Horizon Blockchain Games. His leadership will guide the company as it innovates in the blockchain gaming space.
Sky Mavis Appoints Ellen Gormley as CFO
On January 17, Sky Mavis, the developer behind Axie Infinity, announced Ellen Gormley as its first Chief Financial Officer. Gormley brings over two decades of financial leadership experience to shape the company’s financial strategy.
Taehoon Kim Steps Down as CEO of nWay
On December 7, nWay co-founder Taehoon Kim announced he would step down as CEO after 12 years, transitioning to an advisory role at Animoca Brands. He expressed confidence in the company’s leadership team.
Carlos Rodríguez Joins Farcana as Advisor
On November 30, Farcana, based in Dubai, announced Carlos Rodríguez as an active advisor and board member. Rodríguez is the founder of G2 Esports, one of the largest global esports teams.
Justin Edwards Becomes Head of Gaming at Telos
On November 28, the Telos blockchain appointed Justin Edwards as its new Head of Gaming. Edwards will drive the expansion of Telos’ gaming ecosystem, focusing on innovative integrations with web3 technology.
Nicola Sebastiani Appointed as Chief Content Officer at The Sandbox
On October 17, The Sandbox announced the hiring of Nicola Sebastiani as Chief Content Officer. Sebastiani will oversee game publishing and production for The Sandbox, working with numerous partners to enhance the platform.
Azra Games Hires Justin Jones as VP of Product Design
On September 19, Azra Games appointed Justin Jones as VP of Product Design for Project Legends. With 15 years of experience in game design, Jones will bring his expertise to the RPG development team.
Decentralised Gaming Ventures Strengthens Team for Southeast Asia
On September 6, Decentralised Gaming Ventures, a Singapore-based web3 venture builder, announced two strategic hires to enhance its gaming expansion in Southeast Asia. Joseph Young will serve as Chief Investment Officer, while Alvyn Ng will take on the role of Senior Marketing Manager.
WAGMI Games Expands Team for Mobile Game Development
On August 3, WAGMI Games revealed the addition of Esteban Gil and Brent Pease to its team, aimed at enhancing the development of their mobile tower defense game, WAGMI Defense.
Blockchain Game Alliance Elects New Board Members
On July 20, the Blockchain Game Alliance announced the election of six new board members, reflecting the growing diversity and expertise within the organization.
MYSTiC Games Appoints New CMO
On July 19, MYSTiC Games announced the hiring of Vishal Pandey as its Chief Marketing Officer. Pandey aims to bridge the gap between Web2 and Web3 gaming, focusing on player ownership.
Pixelcraft Hires Andy Tudor as Game Director
On July 14, Pixelcraft, the studio behind Gotchiverse, appointed Andy Tudor as its new game director. Tudor’s extensive experience in the gaming industry will guide the development of future titles.
Goals Expands Board with Industry Veterans
On July 7, the soccer game developer Goals announced the addition of two experienced board members, enhancing its strategic direction with their insights from leading gaming companies.
Atif Khan Joins Thirdweb as VP of Gaming
On June 20, Thirdweb appointed Atif Khan, formerly COO of Stardust, as its new VP of Gaming. This role will involve leading a new division focused on supporting game developers.
Roboto Games Welcomes Philip La as Director of Product
On May 4, Roboto Games announced the hiring of Philip La, who previously worked on Axie Infinity and Pokémon GO, as its new director of product.
Yuga Labs Names New CTO
On April 28, Yuga Labs appointed Mike Seavers as its new Chief Technology Officer. Seavers, a former executive at Epic Games and Riot Games, will be instrumental in advancing the company’s technological initiatives.
AlterVerse Inc Hires Game Designer Rafal Nowocien
On April 24, AlterVerse Inc announced the hiring of Rafal Nowocien, a seasoned game designer with experience on numerous titles, to enhance its MMOG development.
Sky Mavis’ Philip La Announces Departure
On April 12, Philip La, the vice president of products at Sky Mavis, announced his departure from the company, thanking the community for their support during his tenure.
Yuga Labs Welcomes New CEO Daniel Alegre
On April 3, Yuga Labs confirmed Daniel Alegre as its new CEO, who emphasized the transformative potential of web3 technology in the gaming industry as he steps into his new role.
