Sony seems to be getting into the eSports scene themselves.
The company posted a job listing seeking a Director of Competitive Gaming
Director, Competitive Gaming
San Mateo, CACompetitive Gaming is an exciting and burgeoning space within the landscape of gaming. As one of the leaders of the gaming industry, PlayStation is focused on the eSports business both regionally and globally as a part of the strategic outlook on the future of gaming. The Director, Competitive Gaming will be a senior member of this initiative, responsible for not only assisting in the creation of the overall strategy, but heavily in its execution. This position will touch all aspects of the initiative from coordinating regional activities to assisting the activation of global sponsorships. This person will also help to build the overall infrastructure, determining and allocating resource needs, global/ regional governance, cross-functional partnership and advocacy, and being the right-hand person to the Global Vice President of Competitive Gaming with all other functions.
It is not clear if this is Sony in general or specifically the PlayStation division heading up an eSports division. The company has invested in fighting games and team based shooters before, and this seems to be a sign that they plan on continuing to do so.
What kind of eSports do you see Sony pursuing?