Hideaki Nishino and Hermen Hulst will take over as CEOs of PlayStation after Jim Ryan retires
Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) announced that Hermen Hulst and Hideaki Nishino will succeed Jim Ryan as joint CEOs of PlayStation. Starting June 1, 2024, Nishino will officially assume the role of CEO of SIE’s Platform Business Group, which includes leadership of console hardware, technology and accessories, while Hulst will be named CEO of SIE’s Studio […]
Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) announced that Hermen Hulst and Hideaki Nishino will succeed Jim Ryan as joint CEOs of PlayStation.
Starting June 1, 2024, Nishino will officially assume the role of CEO of SIE’s Platform Business Group, which includes leadership of console hardware, technology and accessories, while Hulst will be named CEO of SIE’s Studio Business Group and will oversee PlayStation first-party teams. as well as the development of PlayStation IP in television and film.
“I’m excited to lead the studio’s business group and continue to build on our success with PlayStation 5, while preparing for the future,” Hulst said in a statement (via GamesIndustry). “The gaming industry is one of the largest entertainment industries in the world and was built on the marriage of content and technology, and I look forward to continuing to push the boundaries of gaming and entertainment .”
Hulst, also known as the co-founder of Horizon Forbidden West developer Guerrilla Games, has led PlayStation Studios since 2019.
Likewise, Nishino has been with Sony since 2006, having held positions at Sony Network Entertainment, Sony Corporation, and SIE, and was previously Senior Vice President of Platform Experiences.
“We will continue to connect gamers and creators through world-class products, services and technologies,” Nishino said. “We always strive to grow our community even further through innovation in all areas at Sony Interactive Entertainment.
“I am honored to be appointed to such an important role alongside Hermen. By working more closely together, we will be able to create incredible experiences for an ever-widening audience, now and in the future. “
Former PlayStation CEO Jim Ryan officially retired in March after nearly 30 years at Sony, a few months after his official announcement. Since then, Hiroki Totoki has served as interim CEO.
Totoki will now serve as Chairman of SIE, as well as President, COO and CFO of Sony Group Corporation.
“Sony Interactive Entertainment is a dynamic and growing company that delivers incredible entertainment experiences through the connection of content and technology,” said Totoki. “These two leaders will have clear responsibilities and manage strategic direction to ensure the focus remains on deepening engagement with existing PlayStation users and expanding experiences to new audiences.”
