In a new program by Yle, Suomi Pelaa explores the different aspects of Finland's games industry with spotlights on development, e-sports and streaming. The series is split into four episodes, each spanning approximately 22-minutes. In their third episode, takes a deeper look at the work that goes into our favourite titles, and how game development has changed in Finland.
For the episode, they drew inspiration from the local Suomen Pelimuseo, and sat down with key individuals such as Ilari Kuittinen (CEO at Housemarque), Sam Lake/Järvi (Creative Director at Remedy), Peter Vesterbacka (Co-Founder of Rovio), Arvi Teikari (Developer, Nolla Games) and Petri Purho (Co-Founder Nolla Games) to learn more about their individual histories, inspirations behind some of the biggest games to come from the country, and how the industry has evolved.
If you're in Finland, you can catch the full four-part series via Yle, HERE! Naturally, as it's a locally produced series, the language is in Finnish,
Translated Synopsis:
[Translated with Google Translate] Suomi Pelaa delves into game making, e-sports and Finnish gaming culture. Gaming is the world's biggest entertainment business, and we Finns do it really well - in our own way. Featuring Aleksib, Sami Järvi, also known as the face of Max Payne, streamer AndyPyro and the creators of the legendary Pro Pilkki. Tinke, Herbalisti, Paulin's game videos and Justimusen's Sami create in the world of gaming. How did the world-famous angry birds hatch from the demo scene? Why are world championships being held in the 25-year-old Pro Pilkki game? How did a funny hobby become a respected profession?
