By Sagar V. Mankar 
Ted Price, the founder and former president of Insomniac Games, is set to be honored with induction into the DICE Hall of Fame next month. This recognition comes shortly after Price announced his retirement, marking the end of a remarkable 30-year journey with the studio he established in 1994.
Under Price’s leadership, Insomniac Games has developed iconic franchises, including Spyro the Dragon, Ratchet & Clank, and Marvel’s Spider-Man. The studio has shipped 35 games and grown to nearly 450 employees. Insomniac’s legacy was further solidified when Sony acquired the company in 2019.
The Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences (AIAS), which hosts the DICE Awards, highlighted Price’s influence not just in gaming but also in broader societal contexts. He played a crucial role in the Supreme Court case Brown v. Entertainment Merchants Association, which struck down laws restricting the sale of violent video games to minors. Additionally, Price supported initiatives promoting STEM education and social justice through charity work at Insomniac and Sony.
Reflecting on his retirement, Price expressed confidence in Insomniac’s future. Leadership will transition to Ryan Schneider, Jen Huang, and Chad Dezern, who will serve as co-heads of the company. Price described Insomniac as being in one of its “strongest positions” as it continues to work on the highly anticipated Marvel’s Wolverine.
The DICE Hall of Fame has previously honored luminaries like Ed Boon (Mortal Kombat), Hideo Kojima (Metal Gear Solid), and Koji Kondo (The Legend of Zelda).
This year’s ceremony will take place during the 28th annual DICE Awards on February 13 at the Aria Resort in Las Vegas.
Sources: AIAS Official