PlayStation boss Andrew House is set to leave Sony at the end of 2017.
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House took control of the iconic brand in 2011, and has since helped to restore the PlayStation name to the top of its field, overseeing a number of key developments en route.
He is to be replaced by current deputy president John Kodera effective immediately, although he will remain in a new position as chairman until the end of 2017, with Sony determined to ensure there is a smooth transition.
In a statement, House explained: "I'm tremendously proud of what we've built with PlayStation and Sony Interactive Entertainment: entertaining millions globally with the best in games and creating a fully fledged digital entertainment company.
"PlayStation has been a huge part of my life for more than 20 years but with the business having achieved record-breaking success, now seemed to be the right time for me to pursue new challenges.
"I shall always treasure the friendships and people that have made SIE such a wonderful place to work. I'm also grateful to PlayStation fans and gamers around the world for their loyalty and support.
"John and the team at SIE are world-class and I know the future of PlayStation is very bright."