Schaaff will remain on the SNEI board of directors as an external director.

ENGADGET: Sony Network Entertainment prez Tim Schaaff retires, will remain on board of directors

The existing SNEI executive staff will manage daily operations.

ENGADGET: Sony Network Entertainment prez Tim Schaaff retires, will remain on board of directors

Effective January 1, 2013, Group Executive of Sony Corporation Andrew House will assume responsibilities for SNEI during the transition, in addition to his current role as President and Group CEO of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.(SCEI).

ENGADGET: Sony Network Entertainment prez Tim Schaaff retires, will remain on board of directors