Kutaragi envisioned PS4 through PS6

As the "Father of the PlayStation," retiring Sony Computer Entertainment chairman and CEO Ken Kutaragi has already sired three gaming consoles and a handheld. But in a recent interview with EE Times, Kutaragi revealed that he also has planted the seeds for future PlayStation systems.

"As a matter of course, I have the vision of PlayStation 4, 5 and 6, which will merge into the network," Kutaragi told the site.

Kutaragi's vision isn't limited to long-term possibilities. According to the article, Kutaragi has already provided Sony with his ideas for cost reduction methods and design models for the next two years.

However, the extent of Kutaragi's vision that will be realized by Sony after he leaves is unclear. The article said Kutaragi will remain on good terms with his current employer, but that he expects his future efforts to have little to do with Sony.