In what many would consider a surprise move Phil Harrison will resign from SCE Worldwide Studios this coming Friday, February 29th. Harrison has played a 'strategic' role in the launch of most if not all of the PlayStation systems. Kazuo Hirai who is President and Group CEO of Sony's Computer Entertainment division will take over Harrison's current responsibilities in addition to his own, sounds like a lot of jobs.

"As one of the founding members of SCE, Phil played a key role in the development and growth of the PlayStation business and our industry," said Kazuo Hirai. "It is sad to see him departing from SCE, but I wish to express my gratitude for his many invaluable contributions and also wish Phil the very best of luck in his future endeavors."

"The past 15 years at Sony Computer Entertainment has been the defining journey of my life so far," said Phil Harrison. "I am grateful to all the PlayStation family for their incredible support, guidance and friendship. It has been a privilege to serve as part of the team and be inspired by them on a daily basis. I am so proud of everything PlayStation has achieved and will continue to support its future in every way I can."