Sim specialist Dovetail Games has appointed Gemma Brown (right) and Rob O’Farrell (far right) as co-CEOs. 

Both are veterans of the company, having worked at the firm for 12 and 11 years respectively. Brown was previously chief operating officer, while O'Farrell held the role of chief development officer. 

"It is a true honour for us to take on the leadership of Dovetail Games together," Brown and O'Farrell wrote in a joint statement. 

"We deeply believe in the unique model of our studio, which places the gaming community at the heart of everything we do. This close relationship with our players inspires us every day to push the boundaries of creativity and innovation. We are also immensely proud to work alongside the talented teams at Dovetail Games, whose dedication and passion for their craft make the studio a key player in the video game industry. We are excited to continue building this promising future together." ​

Geoffroy Sardin, the deputy CEO of Dovetail parent company PullUp Entertainment, added: "The appointment of Gemma and Rob is a pivotal moment for Dovetail Games and reflects PullUp Entertainment’s commitment to promoting exceptional internal talent. Their combined expertise and deep knowledge of the industry will be major assets for the studio’s future." ​