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Kristian Metzger has been passionate about video games since childhood. Whether as a successful esports veteran, games journalist, or game director, he has been an integral part of the games industry for more than 25 years. After spending many years as a journalist and Editor-in-Chief for leading gaming publications such as EuroGamer, he transitioned into game development and publishing.

Before founding Stratosphere Games in 2015, Kristian held leadership positions in Product Management, Communications, and Business Development at renowned companies including Splash Damage, Warchest, and Infernum. As CEO of Stratosphere Games, he has led the studio through more than a decade of successful productions, strategic partnerships, and multiple investment rounds. His vision has earned the trust of leading investors, including Skycatcher, Riot Games Investments, and 1Up Ventures.

Backed by these investments and the success of titles such as Homeworld Mobile, Stratosphere Games has grown into an internationally recognized developer of high-quality games, expanding its team to more than 35 employees.