"Former PlayStation Executive Issues Dire Warning to Game Industry"

Former PlayStation boss Shawn Layden has expressed concerns about the game industry, including studio consolidation, rising development costs, and the need for game preservation. Layden warns that consolidation can hinder creativity and worries about the impact of acquisitions on independent studios. He also questions the industry's focus on existing genres and emphasizes the importance of preserving gaming history for future generations. Layden urges the industry to invest in protecting and making older games accessible, as it is culturally significant and helps guide the future of the medium.