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David Rosen, a Brooklyn-born entrepreneur who transformed a photo booth venture in Japan into Sega Enterprises, died Dec. 25 in Los Angeles at 95. Over four decades, he helped elevate arcade and home gaming, contributing to a burgeoning industry now valued at about $200 billion with iconic titles such as Sonic the Hedgehog and Streets of Rage.
David Rosen, co-founder of Sega and a pivotal figure in the arcade and home video game industry, has died at age 95. He played a key role in establishing Sega's dominance in arcades and its efforts to compete in the home console market, notably with the Master System and Mega Drive, and was instrumental in shaping the company's innovative approach and marketing strategies. Rosen's influence extended from Japan to global markets, leaving a lasting legacy in the gaming world.