Electronic Arts (EA)

Extracted Attributes

• CEO

  Andrew Wilson

• Name

  Electronic Arts Inc. (EA)

• Type

  American video game company

• Founded

  1982-05

• Founder

  Trip Hawkins

• Headquarters

  209 Redwood Shores Parkway, Redwood City, California, 94065, United States

• Key Franchises/IP

  Army of Two, Battlefield, Command & Conquer, Dragon Age, Dead Space, Mass Effect, Medal of Honor, Need for Speed, Plants vs. Zombies, The Sims, Skate, SSX, Star Wars, College Football, FC, FIFA, Madden NFL, NASCAR, NBA Live, NHL, PGA, UFC, WRC, Apex Legends, Titanfall, F1

• Number of Employees

  14,500

• Current Ownership Status

  Public (NASDAQ: EA)

• PC Distribution Platform

  EA App

• Fiscal Year 2016 GAAP Net Revenue

  $4.4 billion

• Fiscal Year 2025 GAAP Net Revenue

  $7.5 billion

• Future Ownership Status (post-LBO)

  Private

Timeline

• Electronic Arts Inc. (EA) was founded by Trip Hawkins. (Source: Summary, Wikipedia)

  1982-05

• EA published 'Skate or Die!', marking a shift towards internal game development after primarily publishing external titles. (Source: Wikipedia)

  1987

• Distinctive Software was acquired and became EA Canada, marking a significant step in EA's transition to internal game studios. (Source: Summary, Wikipedia)

  1991

• EA began distributing its PC titles through its self-developed platform, the EA App, a direct competitor to other digital distribution platforms. (Source: Summary, Wikipedia)

  2022

• EA announced plans for a leveraged buyout, agreeing to be acquired by a consortium including the Saudi Public Investment Fund, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners for $55 billion. (Source: Summary, Related Documents, Wikipedia, Web Search)

  2025-09

• Scheduled Q2 FY26 earnings release, which will be a press release without a conference call or webcast due to the pending acquisition. (Source: Web Search)

  2025-10-28

• Expected closing date for the leveraged buyout, pending regulatory approval and shareholder agreement. If completed, it would be the largest leveraged buyout to date. (Source: Summary, Wikipedia)

  2026-06

Electronic Arts

Electronic Arts Inc. (EA) is an American video game company headquartered in Redwood City, California. Founded in May 1982 by former Apple employee Trip Hawkins, the company was a pioneer of the early home computer game industry and promoted the designers and programmers responsible for its games as "software artists". EA published numerous games and some productivity software for personal computers, all of which were developed by external individuals or groups until 1987's Skate or Die! The company shifted toward internal game studios, often through acquisitions, such as Distinctive Software becoming EA Canada in 1991. Into the 21st century, EA develops and publishes games of established franchises, including Army of Two, Battlefield, Command & Conquer, Dragon Age, Dead Space, Mass Effect, Medal of Honor, Need for Speed, Plants vs. Zombies, The Sims, Skate, SSX, and Star Wars, as well as the EA Sports titles College Football, FC, FIFA, Madden NFL, NASCAR, NBA Live, NHL, PGA, UFC, and WRC. Since 2022, their desktop titles appear on the self-developed EA App, an online gaming digital distribution platform for PCs and a direct competitor to Valve's Steam and Epic Games' Store. EA also owns and operates major gaming studios such as BioWare, Criterion Games, DICE, Motive Studio, and Respawn Entertainment. EA announced plans for a leveraged buyout and will become privately owned by the Saudi Arabia Public Investment Fund, Silver Lake and Affinity Partners for $55 billion in September 2025, including $20 billion in debt equity. If completed, it would be the largest leveraged buyout to date. The deal is expected to close by June 2026, pending regulatory approval and shareholder agreement.

Web Search Results

• Electronic Arts Inc Company Profile - GlobalData

  Electronic Arts Inc (EA) is a provider of gaming software. It develops, markets, publishes and distributes digital video games for electronic consoles and video game systems. Its video game software and content can be used on gaming consoles such as Microsoft Xbox, Apple App Store, Google Play store, Sony PlayStation, Pogo and Nintendo WiiU. EA also develops gaming software for use on mobile devices, tablets, PCs and the internet. The company markets its games under its own brand names such as [...] | Key Parameters | Electronic Arts Inc | Microsoft Corp | Sony Group Corp | Nintendo Co Ltd | Activision Blizzard Inc | --- --- --- | | Headquarters | United States of America | United States of America | Japan | Japan | United States of America | | City | Redwood City | Redmond | Minato-Ku | Kyoto-Shi | Santa Monica | | State/Province | California | Washington | Tokyo | Kyoto | California | | No. of Employees | 14,500 | 228,000 | 112,300 | 8,205 | 13,000 | [...] Battlefield, The Sims and Apex Legends. It also markets through licensed brand such as FIFA, Madden NFL, UFC and Star Wars. It operates across Europe, Asia and North America. EA is headquartered in Redwood City, California, the US.

• EA Announces Agreement to be Acquired by PIF, Silver Lake ...

  REDWOOD CITY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) (“EA” or the “Company”), a global leader in interactive entertainment, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by an investor consortium (“the Consortium”) comprised of PIF, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners in an all-cash transaction that values EA at an enterprise value of approximately $55 billion. The transaction positions EA to accelerate innovation and growth to build the [...] As a result of this announcement, for its Q2 FY26 earnings release scheduled for October 28, 2025, EA will release financial and operational results through a press release and will not hold a conference call or webcast. About Electronic Arts Electronic Arts (NASDAQ: EA) is a global leader in digital interactive entertainment. The Company develops and delivers games, content and online services for Internet-connected consoles, mobile devices and personal computers. [...] In fiscal year 2025, EA posted GAAP net revenue of approximately $7.5 billion. Headquartered in Redwood City, California, EA is recognized for a portfolio of critically acclaimed, high-quality brands such as EA SPORTS FC™, Battlefield™, Apex Legends™, The Sims™, EA SPORTS™ Madden NFL, EA SPORTS™ College Football, Need for Speed™, Dragon Age™, Titanfall™, Plants vs. Zombies™ and EA SPORTS F1®. More information about EA is available at www.ea.com/news.

• Electronic Arts Inc. (EA) Company Profile & Facts - Yahoo Finance

  Electronic Arts Inc. develops, markets, publishes, and delivers games, content, and services for game consoles, PCs, and mobile phones worldwide. It develops and publishes games and services across various genres, such as sports, racing, first-person shooter, action, role-playing, and simulation; and live services offerings, including extra content and subscription offerings through its global football and American football franchises, such as EA SPORTS College Football and EA SPORTS Madden [...] NFL, as well as based on its IP comprising The Sims, Apex Legends, and Battlefield. The company markets and sells its games and services through digital distribution and retail channels; and directly to mass market retailers, specialty stores, and distribution arrangements. Electronic Arts Inc. was incorporated in 1982 and is headquartered in Redwood City, California. [...] ### Electronic Arts Inc. 209 Redwood Shores Parkway Redwood City, CA 94065 United States 650 628 1500 Sector:Communication Services Industry:Electronic Gaming & Multimedia Full Time Employees:14,500 ### Description

• About EA

  # Company Information ## We Exist to Inspire the World to Play Join Us Investors Press Ownership Public Global Headquarters Redwood City, California Background Electronic Arts Inc. is a leading global interactive entertainment software company. EA delivers games, content and online services for Internet-connected consoles, personal computers, mobile phones and tablets. What We Do [...] In fiscal year 2016, EA posted GAAP net revenue of $4.4 billion. Headquartered in Redwood City, California, EA is recognized for a portfolio of critically acclaimed, high-quality blockbuster brands such as The Sims™, Madden NFL, EA SPORTS™ FIFA, Battlefield™, Dragon Age™ and Plants vs. Zombies™. Address Electronic Arts Inc. 209 Redwood Shores Parkway Redwood City, CA 94065 Consumer Purchases

• About EA - Electronic Arts

  We develop and deliver games, content and online services for Internet-connected consoles, mobile devices and personal computers. Headquartered in Redwood City, California, we are recognized for a portfolio of critically acclaimed, high-quality brands such as EA SPORTS FC™, Battlefield™, Apex Legends™, The Sims™, EA SPORTS™ Madden NFL, Need for Speed™, Titanfall™, Plants vs. Zombies™ and EA SPORTS F1®. ## Our Products ## Our People [...] Creating next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans requires people with a shared passion and unique perspectives. That's why we nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do. At Electronic Arts, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen. [...] Accessibility Press Investors # ## ## About EA EA is a global leader in digital interactive entertainment. We are focused on building games and experiences that grow the global online communities around our key franchises and intellectual property, while deepening engagement through interactive storytelling.