Yosuke Matsuda

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• Square Enix CEO reveals why Hitman's stealth assassinations needed another publisher

  According to Square Enix’s Yosuke Matsuda, “it’s not “Hitman” without IO.

• New IPs need at least three titles to be considered a success, says Square Enix boss

  Before a new IP can be deemed a success or not, the title needs at least two sequels.

• Square Enix and Eidos foster "distinct qualities" of subsidiary studios

  Square Enix Japan and its western arm are a perfect fusion, says CEO Yosuke Matsuda.

• Square Enix president Yosuke Matsuda feels the company must "reform with urgency"

  Square Enix president Yosuke Matsuda has detailed the company’s business model changes in a new interview, stating that the company must “reform with urgency.”

• Square Enix: long development periods are "dishonest" - and unprofitable

  Following a disappointing FY2013 punctuated by an “extraordinary loss“, Square Enix has announced plans to dramatically alter the way it approaches games development.

• Square Enix's new president plans 'fundamental review' of publisher's business

  Square Enix’s new president takes up his duties in June, and his first order of business will be to take a good, long look at the publisher to find out why it’s not making money – despite holding some of the most celebrated brands in the industry.