Sony Santa Monica: Yumi Yang promoted to head of the God of War studio

Yumi Yang has not spent his entire career at Santa Monica Studio, but not far. Apart from a stay at Electronic Arts between September 2008 and April 2009, Yumi Yang had started her career in May 2001 as producer at Santa Monica Studio, a role she held for 7 years. Producer or project manager on various God of War but also on Twisted Metal: Head-On, Warhawk and PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale, she occupied the role of director of development since March 2014, which corresponds to the beginning of the development of God of War on PlayStation 4, a site traced in this long documentary.

“His prowess in project management and his meticulous supervision of the 2018 God of War helped the title fully realize its revolutionary potential. After nearly two decades and countless significant contributions to the rich heritage of Santa Monica Studio, Yumi has the undisputed respect and trust of her peers. With her vast experience and deep understanding of the studio’s creative DNA, she is perfectly positioned to lead Santa Monica Studio to a daring and exciting future.“said an SIE spokesperson contacted by the site IGN.

PlayStation does not forget to do damage to Shannon Studstill, she who contributed to the very formation of the studio and who worked there for 20 years. In addition to her crucial role on the God of War franchise, Shannon Studstill had contributed to partner projects like Journey and The Unfinished Swan, games developed at the time in partnership with the Santa Monica studio when it had a dedicated department. independent games. “All PlayStation is grateful for its many years of exemplary service and for its daring creative vision“, welcomes the press release.

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