Sony names two PlayStation CEOs to replace Jim Ryan

Sony Interactive Entertainment has named Hermen Hulst and Hideaki Nishino as the new joint CEOs of the PlayStation business, succeeding Jim Ryan from June 1, 2024.

Hulst, who was previously head of PlayStation Studios and Guerrilla Games, will become CEO of the new Studio Business Group, responsible for all PlayStation game content, as well as bringing its franchises to new mediums such as film and television.

Nishino, who was previously SVP of SIE’s Platform Experience Group, will be appointed CEO of SIE’s Platform Business Group, which will see him continue to be responsible for technology, products, services, and platform experience, as well as third party publisher and developer relations and commercial operations, including sales and marketing of hardware, services, and peripherals.

Hiroki Totoki, who has been serving as interim CEO of SIE since Jim Ryan’s departure, will serve as Chairman of SIE in addition to his role as President, COO and CFO of Sony Group Corporation. Nishino and Hulst will report to Totoki and intend to collaborate closely, Sony said.

“Sony Interactive Entertainment is a dynamic and growing business that delivers incredible entertainment experiences through the connection of content and technology,” said interim CEO Totoki.

“These two leaders will have clear responsibilities and will manage strategic direction to ensure the focus remains on deepening engagement with existing PlayStation users and expanding experiences to new audiences.”

Nishino commented: “We will continue to connect players and creators through world-class products, services, and technology. We always strive to grow our community even bigger with innovation in every area at Sony Interactive Entertainment.

“I am honored to be appointed such an important role alongside Hermen. By working more closely together, we will be positioned to build incredible experiences for an ever-expanding audience now and in the future.”

Hulst added: “I am thrilled to lead the studio business group and