Jim Ryan bids farewell to Sony Interactive Entertainment after an illustrious 30-year journey within the company. Climbing the corporate ladder to the pinnacle, his five-year tenure as CEO concludes, with Hiroki Totoki stepping in as interim CEO until a permanent successor is appointed. In his final interview on the Official PlayStation Podcast, Ryan reflects on the platform's evolution, his career trajectory, and his perspective on the iconic PS3 boomerang controller. It's a conversation worth tuning in to.

End of an Era


Jim Ryan.

Jim Ryan bids farewell to Sony Interactive Entertainment after an illustrious 30-year journey within the company. Climbing the corporate ladder to the pinnacle, his five-year tenure as CEO concludes, with Hiroki Totoki stepping in as interim CEO until a permanent successor is appointed. In his final interview on the Official PlayStation Podcast, Ryan reflects on the platform's evolution, his career trajectory, and his perspective on the iconic PS3 boomerang controller. It's a conversation worth tuning in to.

Of particular interest are Ryan's reflections on PlayStation's current standing as he departs. Expressing pride in the accomplishments with PS5 thus far, he asserts, "I'd say that right now, we're at the top of our game." He lauds PS5's trajectory to become the most successful console in PlayStation history across various metrics, attributing this success to the exceptional gaming experiences curated by PS Studios.

Ryan elaborates on the prolific output and exceptional quality of PS Studios' endeavors on PS5. He highlights the unprecedented number of games published on PS5, emphasizing the studio investments and acquisitions that will fuel future growth. With confidence, he asserts that PlayStation is poised for a bright future.

Additionally, Ryan underscores his satisfaction in leaving behind a robust leadership team of exceptional individuals, signaling his confidence in the continuity of PlayStation's success under their stewardship. As he departs, Ryan entrusts PlayStation to capable hands, paving the way for continued innovation and success.