Posted 9/27/2023, 10:18:16 PM

PlayStation Boss Jim Ryan Retiring After Nearly 30 Years at Sony

PlayStation boss Jim Ryan is retiring in March 2023 after nearly 30 years at Sony.
Ryan became president and CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment in 2019.
Ryan said it's been difficult to reconcile living in Europe while working in North America.
Hiroki Totoki will become interim CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment starting April 2023.
Yoshida said Ryan's retirement leaves an important decision regarding succession given the significance of the gaming business.

eurogamer.net

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