Shuhei Yoshida, the former president of Worldwide Studios for Sony Interactive Entertainment, recently shared insights into two of the most nerve-wracking moments he experienced during his long tenure at PlayStation. In an interview with MinnMax, Yoshida revealed that the launch of the Xbox 360 a year before the PlayStation 3 was a deeply unsettling event. He noted that this timing left those waiting for Sony's console significantly delayed in experiencing the next generation of gaming.

However, the most startling moment for Yoshida came when Nintendo announced that Monster Hunter 4 would be exclusive to the Nintendo 3DS. This announcement was a massive shock to him, especially given the success of the Monster Hunter series on the PlayStation Portable (PSP), where it had two exclusive titles. The impact was further intensified when Nintendo drastically reduced the price of the 3DS by $100, making it significantly cheaper than the PlayStation Vita.

Monster Hunter 4 launched exclusively on the Nintendo 3DS in 2013, with Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate following a year later. Yoshida expressed his disbelief and concern, recalling how both the Nintendo 3DS and PlayStation Vita were initially priced at $250, but the subsequent price drop and exclusive game announcement left him stunned.

Yoshida retired from Sony in January after over thirty years with the company, during which he became a well-known and beloved figure within the PlayStation community. His departure has allowed him to share previously untold stories and insights. Additionally, Yoshida has expressed his reservations about Sony's focus on live service games and shared his thoughts on why a remake or sequel to the cult classic Bloodborne might not be in the works.