Former Sony exec joins Tencent Eurogamer.net If you click on a link and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. Read our editorial policy. Former Sony exec joins Tencent "I am excited to be working with them as interactive entertainment drives technology and innovation." News by Liv Ngan Reporter Intern Published on 21 Sep 2022 22 comments Shawn Layden, best known for his time in senior positions within Sony, joined Tencent Games last month, it has emerged. First spotted in an update made on Layden's LinkedIn profile, Layden has since confirmed the move in statements posted to social media. The position of strategic advisor at Tencent is listed under Layden's experience, beginning in August 2022. Watch on YouTube Eurogamer Newscast: Were Nintendo Direct and PlayStation State of Play a disappointment? Layden posted separate statements on Twitter and LinkedIn addressing the rumours that arose from his LinkedIn profile. "Looks like LinkedIn leapt the species wall," he wrote on Twitter, going on to confirm his role as a strategic advisor. Looks like LinkedIn leapt the species wall and the news is here. Nevertheless, quick update to say I've joined Tencent as a strategic advisor and am excited to be working with them as interactive entertainment drives technology and innovation.?‍? #tencent #videogames- shawn layden (@ShawnLayden) September 20, 2022 To see this content please enable targeting cookies. Manage cookie settings The statement posted on LinkedIn echoed similar sentiments to had been posted on Twitter. "I hope to advise, assist, and support the team at Tencent," Layden shared. Layden left Sony in 2019 after 32 years with the company, and is widely remembered as one of the faces of PlayStation. Tencent meanwhile has recently been increasing its stakes in multiple studios such as Ubisoft and FromSoftware. Become a Eurogamer subscriber and get your first month for £1 Get your first month for £1 (normally £3.99) when you buy a Standard Eurogamer subscription. Enjoy ad-free browsing, merch discounts, our monthly letter from the editor, and show your support with a supporter-exclusive comment flair! Support us View supporter archive More News Atari will hold RollerCoaster Tycoon rights for another decade Ups and downs. 7 Lady Dimitrescu will be a tad smaller in Resident Evil Village's Mercenaries DLC Level the playing field. 1 Overwatch 2 suffers another DDoS attack and character roster bugs Mei Mei. 7 Nintendo Switch firmware update lets you take screenshots in the Switch Online app The app on your console, not your phone. 7 Latest Articles Genshin Impact Path of Gleaming Jade dates, login event rewards Including other anniversary rewards and how to claim them. Atari will hold RollerCoaster Tycoon rights for another decade Ups and downs. 7 Jelly Deals Logitech's G Pro X gaming headset is its lowest-ever price during Amazon's Early Access sale Prime Members can get it for just £52. Jelly Deals Save over £500 off the retail price on this beefy ASUS TUF Dash gaming laptop from Amazon Under £1080 for an RTX 3070 laptop. Supporters Only Premium only Off Topic: Take a minute to appreciate Cookin' with Coolio's incredible scallops recipe. What a great book. Premium only Off Topic: Reading City of Glass in comic form "Where exactly am I going?" Premium only Off Topic: Il Buco is a transporting film about a really big hole Underlands. Off-Topic Netflix handled Sandman brilliantly It was Dreamy. 9 Buy things with globes on them And other lovely Eurogamer merch in our official store! Explore our store