Insomniac Games Founder Leaves; Three Veteran Co-Studio Heads Appointed

Ted Price Steps Down as Insomniac Games Head After 30-Year Tenure

Ted Price, the founder and long-standing leader of Insomniac Games, has officially announced his departure from the studio following an impressive 30-year career. Under Price’s stewardship, Insomniac has delivered a plethora of beloved titles, ranging from classic games like Spyro and Ratchet & Clank to critically acclaimed modern hits such as Marvel’s Spider-Man.

In a heartfelt blog post published today, Price revealed that he will retire from the gaming industry in March. He elaborated on his decision to step back, stating that he made the choice in 2024 to “step aside and let others pave the way for our team.”

“During the past year, I had the opportunity to work with the senior leadership team at Insomniac to create a succession plan that I know will provide the continuity, stability and strong leadership necessary to deliver more of what our fans cherish over the next several decades,”said Price in a blog post. “I believe strongly that for us to continue our success, we need leaders at the top who are intimately familiar with how we do things, leaders who have helped build our culture and our processes, and who have earned people’s trust.”

New Leadership Team Takes the Helm

Taking over the reins will be three established figures within the studio: Chad Dezern, Ryan Schneider, and Jen Huang. Price praised the trio, stating, “For many years, Chad, Jen, and Ryan have been instrumental in making Insomniac what we are today. I’ve seen each lead major initiatives here that have positively changed Insomniac’s trajectory. They have consistently demonstrated the kind of collaboration and transparency that’s integral to our culture.”

Looking Ahead: Exciting Projects on the Horizon

Insomniac is in the midst of developing Marvel’s Wolverine for the PlayStation 5. This upcoming title will serve as a standalone entry within the same universe as the studio’s immensely popular Spider-Man series, promising to deliver yet another thrilling experience to fans.

As Insomniac transitions to this new chapter, the studio’s commitment to excellence and innovation in game development remains unwavering.

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