Simon Chang
About Simon Chang
Simon Chang serves as the Vice President for Asia Pacific at Devolver Digital, where he has worked since 2017. He has a strong background in academia and the video game industry, holding positions at Peking University and previously at Beijing University of Technology.
Work at Devolver Digital
Simon Chang has served as the Vice President for Asia Pacific at Devolver Digital since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for brand building, government relations, academic relations, industry relations, publishing, and distribution business within China and the broader Asia region. He has played a key role in establishing Devolver Digital's presence in Asia by building the company's team from the ground up. Additionally, he oversees financial and legal activities to ensure compliance with government laws in the Asia Pacific region.
Education and Expertise
Simon Chang studied at Chinese Culture University from 1985 to 1988, where he focused on Navigation. He has extensive academic experience, currently serving as an Associate Professor at Peking University in the School of Software & Microelectronics since 2007. He has taught the Game Design course for 14 years, contributing significantly to the academic field of game design.
Background
Before joining Devolver Digital, Simon Chang held various positions in academia and industry. He was a Part-time Associate Professor in the Digital Arts Department at Beijing University of Technology from 2009 to 2012. Additionally, he served as Chairman of Bele Group from 2004 to 2011, where he was involved in various leadership activities in Beijing. He founded his first video game studio in 1993, marking the start of his career in the video game industry.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Simon Chang has made significant contributions to the video game industry and academia. His role at Devolver Digital has involved building a strong team in the Asia Pacific region and ensuring the company's compliance with local laws. His long-standing teaching position at Peking University has allowed him to influence the next generation of game designers. His leadership at Bele Group and his academic roles demonstrate his commitment to both industry and education.