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Dean Takahashi

Dean Takahashi

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Editorial Director, GamesBeat/VentureBeat; long‑time industry reporter on games, chips, and hardware.

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Xbox Shifts: New Leaders Asha Sharma, Matt Booty Take Helm
Social•Feb 20, 2026

Xbox Shifts: New Leaders Asha Sharma, Matt Booty Take Helm

Anyone have some good expert commentary on the departure of Phil Spencer and Sarah Bond, with a new era starting for Asha Sharma and Matt Booty. What's it all mean? What were Phil and Sarah's accomplishments? What has the era been like and what is the one we're are heading into?

By Dean Takahashi
Patrick Söderlund Named Nexon Executive Chairman for Growth
Social•Feb 20, 2026

Patrick Söderlund Named Nexon Executive Chairman for Growth

Nexon said it has appointed Patrick Söderlund as executive chairman of the company. Throughout his career, Söderlund has demonstrated the type of hands-on strategic and creative leadership that is needed to transform Nexon. In this newly created role, he takes...

By Dean Takahashi
Star Trek Online Celebrates 16 Years with Major Update
Social•Feb 18, 2026

Star Trek Online Celebrates 16 Years with Major Update

Star Trek Online gets an update on its 16th anniversary. Our interview with the exec producer. https://t.co/0Lg3tamCs7

By Dean Takahashi
Key Trends Shaping Gaming's Future From Ball's Deck
Social•Feb 18, 2026

Key Trends Shaping Gaming's Future From Ball's Deck

My take on Matthew Ball's slide deck on the state of gaming. On GB Max. https://t.co/anknONm1u2

By Dean Takahashi
Creative Writing Insights From Clair Obscur’s Lead Author
Social•Feb 14, 2026

Creative Writing Insights From Clair Obscur’s Lead Author

This was a very interesting session on creativity for writers at the Dice Summit from the lead writer of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. I also interviewed Jennifer Svedberg-Yen on video after one of the game's wins at the Dice Awards....

By Dean Takahashi
ARC Raiders Shatters Records, Validates Nexon's Global Strategy
Social•Feb 12, 2026

ARC Raiders Shatters Records, Validates Nexon's Global Strategy

Junghun Lee, CEO of Nexon, said in an earnings release, “ARC Raiders, the biggest new game launch in Nexon’s history, is still growing and sustaining engagement 15 weeks after the October launch. The game has exceeded our most optimistic projections,...

By Dean Takahashi
Vince Zampella: Humble Leader Who Credits His Team
Social•Feb 11, 2026

Vince Zampella: Humble Leader Who Credits His Team

Ted Price on Vince Zampella: He was the face of a franchise while always giving credit to the team and being down to earth. He serves as a great example to all of us.

By Dean Takahashi
Vince Zampella Inspired Teams to Raise the Bar
Social•Feb 11, 2026

Vince Zampella Inspired Teams to Raise the Bar

Phol Spencer at the Dice Summit’s tribute to Vince Zampella: He was always able to work with a team to set the bar higher.

By Dean Takahashi