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March 9-13, 2026
Moscone CenterSan Francisco, CA

Speakers

Heikki JoasGame DesignerMetacore

Heikki Joas is a Game Designer at Metacore, currently working in new games development. With over a decade of experience in the games industry, Heikki has previously taken on roles such as Game Lead, Mobile Product Manager, and Monetization Designer at companies including Paradox Interactive and Madfinger Games. His expertise lies at the intersection of design and economics – Heikki specializes in game monetization, economy design, and aligning gameplay with sustainable business models.

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