Jim Ryan, who will be leaving his position as CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment after thirty years with the company, recently reflected on his career by sharing his favorite games from each generation of PlayStation. In an interview with Variety, Ryan highlighted the following titles:

• PS1 (1994): Ridge Racer – Ryan praised the game for setting the standard for the generation.
• PS2 (2001): Grand Theft Auto 3 – Ryan noted the game’s significant and lasting impact on the gaming industry.
• PS3 (2007): Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune – Ryan expressed pride that the game was developed by Naughty Dog, an in-house studio.
• PS4 (2018): Marvel’s Spider-Man – Ryan described the game as amazing and resonating well with the PlayStation community.
• PS5 (2022): God of War Ragnarok – Ryan highlighted the game’s excellence and positive critical reception.

Reflecting on his three decades in the industry, Ryan acknowledged the challenges faced by the gaming industry, including recent mass layoffs. He emphasized the need for vigilance and a lack of complacency in the dynamic industry. As he prepares to depart from Sony Interactive Entertainment, Ryan shared his gratitude for not working in a boring industry and expressed excitement about exploring new directions in his life. Ryan will be succeeded by Hiroko Totoki, the current Chief Operating Officer, in an interim capacity.

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