'Clash of Clans' Maker Supercell Invests in Crypto Gaming Startup

‘Clash of Clans’ Maker Supercell Invests in Crypto Gaming Startup

Mobile giant Games for a LivingWith the fresh injection of capital, the startup plans to expand its core team and accelerate its production plans. This comes after the launch of its GFAL token sale, which brought in $4.4 million in capital last year. According to “I’ve had the pleasure of working together with the team earlier in my career.” Supercell CEO Ilkka Paananen said, in a release. “We are excited to be part of their journey and see all the great things they’ll achieve.”Alongside Supercell, this latest round of funding saw investment from former gaming entrepreneur and video game executive Mitch Lasky, as well as the former co-managing director of esports tournament operator ESL, Heinrich Zetlmayer.“GFAL has really blossomed in the last year,” Hawkins said in a release. “I have incredible respect for Ilkka, Mitch, Heinrich, and our team, and this investment proudly gives us a clear imprimatur. We are excited about the coming year and have the resources to deliver and continue our growth.”Last year, the startup soft-launched the game Edited by Andrew Hayward