In a revealing discussion with The Game Business, Shuji Utsumi, CEO of SEGA America and SEGA Europe, along with his roles as COO and President of SEGA Corporation, shared insights that any fan of the gaming industry won’t want to miss. The extensive interview touches on everything from the evolving landscape of gaming hardware to the fierce competition posed by PC and mobile platforms. Utsumi, whose history includes launching iconic consoles like the PlayStation and the Dreamcast, expressed valid concerns about the shifting dynamics of the industry. He acknowledged Nintendo's impressive track record in delivering both groundbreaking hardware and critically acclaimed titles.
“Since I was a member of the PlayStation launch team, I have a big attachment to the console business,” he shared. “And Nintendo has been playing an amazing role… Jesus, they made a great contribution to this area. I didn’t expect Switch 1 to be that successful. Nobody did. But the big huge trend is PC, with its global market reach, and mobile, of course, which is getting better and better in terms of graphics.”