Since 1994, PlayStation's five consoles have changed video game history.- Store success - The PlayStation 2 is the top-selling console in the history of video games, with more than 160 million units sold.

With over 4,000 games made for the PS2, many of which would go on to become established franchises still in production, it's no wonder the console would manage such a feat of over 160 million units sold.

Shuhei Yoshida, who became a recognizable face for PlayStation fans during his 31-year tenure, will be retiring early next year.The Latest Tech News, Delivered to Your Inbox

Long-time PlayStation executive Shuhei Yoshida, lovingly known as Shu, has announced his departure from Sony after 31 years of service. Although understandable, the announcement came as a bit of a surprise and in a rather unconventional way: an interview with the PS Blog.