Harrison himself, meanwhile, thanked the corporation. He said, "I have enjoyed the last three years at Microsoft enormously and it has been a privilege to lead and work along side the incredible talent within Microsoft Studios in Europe, including Rare, Lionhead, Lift, Soho and Press Play. I wish them and my many friends throughout the Xbox world every continued success and know that games will continue to prosper across Microsoft under Phil Spencer's leadership."
The departure marks a three year tenure with Microsoftwhen Harrison joined the corporation as VP of the Interactive Entertainment Business and EMEA head of games in March 2012. He was previously head of Sony's global network of studios before resigning from the electronics giant in 2008. In the interim, he was a partner in an investment capital firm he founded called London Venture Partners and was also previously on the board of Atari. Luke Karmali is IGN UK News Editor. You too can revel in mediocrity by following him on Twitter.