Gaming Industry Roundup: December 2025

The gaming industry has seen several significant appointments in recent times. Crytek has appointed Hannes Seifert as its new co-CEO, effective January 1, 2026. Seifert brings nearly four decades of experience to the role, having previously worked at Rockstar Vienna, Deep Silver, and IO Interactive. He will focus on game production and publishing, while Crytek's founder and CEO Avni Yerli will continue to oversee the company's strategic direction. Other notable appointments include Tim Cain's return to Obsidian, John Getze joining Azra Games as VP of user acquisition, and Sheloman Byrd and Leo Olebe becoming strategic advisors at Afrime Studios.