Larry Probst will be stepping in as Executive Chairman to help smooth the transition.

ENGADGET: Electronic Arts CEO John Riccitiello resigns, Larry Probst appointed Executive Chairman (update)

Larry Probst has been appointed executive chairman while EA searches for a new CEO.

FORBES: As Earnings Falter And SimCity Fires Burn, John Riccitiello Steps Down As EA CEO

The company has named Larry Probst as executive chairman while it searches for Riccitiello's replacement.

NPR: Electronic Arts CEO John Riccitiello Leaving