Team | Green Leap Games

Green Leap Games

We are a team of experienced gaming industry professionals where we last 10+ years spent at King, developing major titles like Candy Crush Friends and Candy Crush Saga.

We share a unified philosophy centered on building exceptional, inclusive, and diverse teams. Our leadership experience as Agile Coaches, Managers, and Directors enables us to inspire and guide our teams effectively.

Our mission is to create a new kind of games. Games for a better tomorrow and a sustainable future, enjoyed by millions globally.

Photo: Mhairi Mcallister

Meet the Team

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Co-Founder, Tech

Markus Ridal

I have been a software developer throughout my entire career, starting in 1999. Over the years, I've explored various fields, including contracting, telecom, fintech, and online poker. Eventually, I returned to my roots in gaming, spending the last decade at King.
This journey has taught me what truly motivates me: working with people and teams, striving for excellence, and making a difference.

Teamwork has been a cornerstone of my life since my youth, inspired by great mentors in the world of sports. This experience shaped my approach to teamwork and leadership, which I now apply daily and as an agile coach.

When it comes to making a difference, I am passionate about contributing to environmental sustainability. Merging this commitment with the fun and creativity of the gaming industry is a perfect fit for me.

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Co-Founder, Tech

Fredrik Hjelm

With over two decades in the tech industry, I've worked in telecom, consulting, multiplayer game platforms, and mobile gaming, spending the last 12 years at King. I love leading teams and creating collaborative and inclusive environments.

A lifelong nature enthusiast, my concern for climate change deepened after a transformative presentation by meteorologist Martin Hedberg. This inspired me to pivot my career towards fighting climate change.

My mission is to create games for a sustainable future, using my tech skills and leadership experience to raise awareness and inspire action against climate change.

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Co-Founder, Art Director

Mattias Andersson

I have always loved to draw and being creative since I was a kid.
Since 2012 I have been working at King and been part of the Candy Crush team and seen it grow from a small team to a Billion dollar IP.

At King I had the great opportunity to work with amazing talented people and had the chance for a while to lead the artists in the Candy Crush team as an Art lead and Line manager.

Growing up in a small mountain village in the northern part of Sweden I have always loved spending time in nature and feel strongly for the climate.

I strongly believe that there is still hope for this planet and that we all can contibute for a change.

That´s why I´m so excited to being part of Green Leap Games where we want to make our players more engaged in the climate by playing our games.