Sony appoints Hideaki Nishino as president and CEO ushering in a new era for PlayStation

Sony Interactive Entertainment has appointed Hideaki Nishino as its new president and CEO, effective from Tuesday, April 1st 2025.

Nishino has been at the PlayStation company since 2000. In June 2024, he was promoted from SVP of the platform experience group to CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment’s platform business group. 

He oversees technology, products, services, platform experience, third-party relations, and commercial operations. Hermen Hulst, who is currently CEO of the studio business group, will report to Nishino. 

Sony also said that effective from April 1st, Hiroki Totoki will step down as Sony Interactive Entertainment chairman to become president and CEO of Sony Group Corporation. Lin Tao will leave her role as SVP of finance at SIE to become Sony Group’s CFO, with her successor to be announced later.

A new chapter 

“I am truly honoured to take the helm at Sony Interactive Entertainment," said Hideaki Nishino. “Technology and creativity are two of our biggest strengths as we continue to focus on developing experiences that deliver entertainment for everyone."

“We will continue to grow the PlayStation community in new ways, such as IP expansion, while also delivering the best in technology innovation. I want to thank Hermen for his expertise and leadership as he continues his role as CEO, of studio business group. I am deeply grateful for the PlayStation community and their continued support and I am very excited for what the future holds." 

Sony Group Corporation chairman and SIE president, COO, and CFO Hiroki Totoki added: “It has been a pleasure working more closely with Hermen and Nishino and gaining insight into the ever-changing, fast-paced world of Sony Interactive Entertainment."

“As we hand the baton to Nishino and this exceptional leadership team, I am confident that SIE will reach new heights in the days ahead. After 30 years of delivering exceptional entertainment worldwide, this marks an exciting new chapter for SIE, highlighting its commitment to fostering creativity and building meaningful connections for millions of players." 

“I am delighted to welcome Lin as my successor as CFO of Sony Group Corporation. Lin has been instrumental to our success at SIE, leading the Finance, Corporate Development and Strategy functions, and I look forward to working closely with her at Sony Group Corporation."