American video game publisher and developer, headquartered in Redwood City, founded 1982
EA Sports FC 27 introduces The Grounds, an open-world social hub, with Mbappé on the Standard and Ultimate Covers and Jude Bellingham joining on the Ultimate Plus Edition. The game promises refined gameplay, improved AI defence, new live scenarios, and a refreshed progression system, with release set for 25 September 2026 and early access from 18 September for pre-orders.
Electronic Arts has been taken private in a $55 billion deal led by Saudi Arabia's PIF, with Silver Lake and Affinity Partners. The move delists EA from Nasdaq and adds $20 billion in debt. Analysts expect a focus on core franchises and potential cost-cutting. Regulators approved the deal, and governance implications are under scrutiny.
A look at how streaming and new platforms are reshaping the careers and memory of a BAFTA-winning director, with reflections from collaborators and a peek at archival material and upcoming releases.
Rockstar Games has opened digital-only preorders for Grand Theft Auto VI, offering a $79.99 Standard Edition and a $99.99 Ultimate Edition for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. The game has faced repeated delays, an extensive leak campaign, and accusations of union-busting after Rockstar fired more than 30 employees; a Netflix preview event and leaked clips have already circulated.
BioWare has closed and EA has cancelled early development on the next Mass Effect game while cutting about 400 jobs across the company, including roughly 50 roles at BioWare. EA has narrowed its studio focus after a $55bn takeover that left the company carrying roughly $20bn in debt, industry reporting says.