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It's no secret that we're big fans of almost-former Sony Worldwide Studios head Phil Harrison. In fact, he, J Allard, Peter Moore and Reggie make up our video game exec dream team, a crusading force that we imagine takes to the streets at night to bludgeon criminals to death with their no-nonsense quotes and fierce scowls.
When we heard that Harrison was going the way of Moore and Allard, fleeing from his job to parts unknown, we were genuinely concerned. So concerned, in fact, that Luke made up a missing person flyer and like clockwork Harrison was spotted... by Harrison.
From: Phil Harrison To: Brian CrecenteHey Brian,
Hope all is well - I missed you at GDC, sorry our paths didn't manage to cross.
As I wind things down here at SCE this week, I wanted to reach out and say "thank you" for what has been a fun and entertaining few years skirmishing along either side of the PlayStation story.
While the vast majority of your posts have been bang on target; many made me laugh out loud, some have made me want to throw things around the office and some have just been, er, wrong. But the one thing they all share in common is that they've been written with absolute passion for games and commitment to your readers and for that I salute you.
I'm sure our paths will cross again but for now I look forward to my new adventure with great excitement and a life where my used chewing gum has less significance.
BTW, important fact checker: As anyone who really knows me is aware, I'm 6'7" not 6'6'...(cue smutty headline about the extra inch making all the difference)
Also, where the hell did you get that picture from? Seems like I have a mouth full of food...
Take care and best wishes,
Phil
P.S. I guess the Reggie, Peter, Phil group hug will have to wait a while...
From: Brian Crecente To: Phil HarrisonHey Phil,
I really appreciate the email and the kind words. We really did mean we it when we said we would miss you. Sony needs more people like you not less. Not only did you do a good job of running Worldwide Studios, but you helped personalize a company that I think some felt was starting to turn its back on gamers. Of course, we all know it wasn't, but it was good to have you out there dealing with the issues and answering questions without trying to spin them.
Feel free to drop us a line when you're ready to say where you're headed.
Brian
p.s. Can I post this email? I think our readers would LOVE it.
It's worth noting that Harrison OKed me posting his email only after I agreed to post my suck-upish reply to him as well. Dammit. At least I know we only have to wait until Monday to find out where he's landed.
