The leadership situation at PlayStation is changing right now, as the early CEO of PlayStation retired a few weeks ago. PS5, Jim Ryan, And now the position is out of hand Hiroki Totoki, who is currently trying to steer the company on a viable path But it doesn’t seem to last long, its true successors RyanAnd yes, this news is being told in the plural.
According to what has been mentioned on social media, the journalist Dr Bloomberg, Jason Schreier, Ryan will be replaced by Herman Hulst (Studio CEO) and Hideki Nishino (Platform CEO)To whom to report Totoki Direct decision making. The date to start filling their posts is June 1 this year, which is in a few more weeks.
BREAKING: Sony Interactive Entertainment (PlayStation) will replace former boss Jim Ryan with two new CEOs: Hermen Hulst (studio CEO) and Hideki Nishino (platform CEO), both reporting to chairman Hiroki Totoki, the company says. Effective from June 1.
— Jason Schreier (@jasonschreier) May 13, 2024
Here is the description of the games section sony:
Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) is a division of Sony Corporation responsible for the development, production and distribution of video game related hardware, software and services. It was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in San Mateo, California, USA.
SIE is responsible for the PlayStation brand, one of the world’s most popular video game platforms. This includes the PlayStation line of consoles, such as PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and earlier versions, as well as associated accessories. In addition, SIE operates the PlayStation Network (PSN), the online network that allows gamers to access features such as online gaming, digital content downloads, video streaming, subscription services and more.
In addition to hardware and services, SIE develops and publishes a wide range of exclusive games for the PlayStation console as well as a wide range of third-party games released on the PlayStation platform. Some of SIE’s most recognizable franchises include “Uncharted,” “God of War,” “Gran Turismo,” “The Last of Us,” “Spider-Man” and more.
For now, no further details about the merger have been released, but full details are likely to emerge as the days go by next month.
Through: Twitter
Author’s Note: That change of CEO was quick, though it’s interesting that there are two people this time. Let’s hope they fill the company with good decisions and bring back those classic franchises.
