The $55 billion bid by PIF, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners to acquire Electronic Arts has been successful, as the consortium officially closed the deal today.
Announced in September 2025, the deal saw opposition from multiple sides, but it has been finalized, making the publishing giant behind the EA Sports brand a fully private company.
The announcement was made in a press release shared by EA itself.
The press release includes a statement by CEO Andrew Wilson, who unsurprisingly sounds optimistic.
“This moment recognizes the extraordinary people whose creativity, ambition and passion have made EA one of the world’s leading interactive entertainment companies
We’re entering this next chapter from a position of strength with partners who share our vision and ambition. Together, we’ll invest boldly, accelerate innovation, and build the next generation of games and experiences for the hundreds of millions of players and fans who inspire us every day.”
We also hear from Turqi Alnowaiser, Deputy Governor and Head of International Investments at PIF, the Public Investment Fund that has been at the forefront of colonizing the gaming industry for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
“Having been a minority investor in the company for more than five years, we have a deep understanding of EA’s unique platform, massive global sports and gaming franchises, and iconic IP
Entertainment and sports are key areas of strategic focus for PIF, and are among the fastest growing and evolving sectors around the world. Together, the Consortium is uniquely positioned to be a long-term partner to EA’s management team in driving sustained growth and innovation for EA and the industry.”
We also hear from Egon Durban, CEO and Managing Partner of Silver Lake.
“EA’s franchises are some of the most beloved in entertainment, combining exceptional creative talent with a relentless focus on players. As long-term investors in technology, we admire how EA’s innovation fuels imagination and human connection.
We’re proud to join with PIF and Affinity Partners to invest heavily in EA’s growth, including what AI can do to enhance game development and player experience, and excited to partner with Andrew and the EA team as they raise the bar for fans everywhere.”
Lastly, we get a comment from Affinity Partner CEO (and Donald Trump’s son-in-law, in case you’re wondering because the name rings a bell) Jared Kushner:
“EA has created stories, characters, and communities that have become part of everyday life for hundreds of millions of people.
We’re excited to support the company as it continues to reach new audiences, inspire the next generation of creators, and expand the ways people around the world connect through play.”
Wilson also sent a message to all Electronic Arts Employees, providing some rather vague color on what lies ahead. You can read it below in its entirety.
“Every meaningful chapter in EA’s history has begun with a simple belief: that the future can be bigger, bolder and more creative than the present.
More than forty years ago, Electronic Arts was founded on the idea that interactive entertainment could redefine the way people experienced stories, competition, creativity and connection. At a time when the possibilities of technology were only beginning to unfold, a small group of creators set out to challenge convention, push the boundaries of imagination, and create entirely new ways for people to experience entertainment.
We’ve never let go of that idea. The world, meanwhile, has transformed in ways few could have imagined. The way people play, create, connect, compete, and share experiences has continually evolved, and so have we. Along the way, we’ve celebrated spectacular successes, faced significant challenges, and returned every day with the same passion and drive to create amazing games for our players.
Today, as we begin our next chapter as a private company, the determination to keep learning and innovating remains one of our greatest strengths.
We’re entering one of the most exciting and transformative moments our industry has ever seen. Around the world, fans choose interactive entertainment as their first and favorite way to experience community, culture, and shared fandom. Our games have become meaningful spaces where people build friendships, compete, express themselves, and create together.
Every era of innovation expands what’s possible. New technologies open new doors, but it is the creativity, ingenuity and courage of our teams that transform possibilities into unforgettable experiences. At EA, we’ve always believed our greatest opportunity is to create what others haven’t yet imagined. This is the spirit that has guided us for more than four decades, and it will continue to shape our future.
Leading this next phase requires bold creativity and exceptional execution. We have a deeply experienced leadership team across the company, and as our opportunities continue to expand, I’m excited to partner with Cam Weber as President and Chief Studios Officer, and David Tinson as President and Chief Operating Officer.
Cam and David have helped lead EA through some of our most transformative moments. Together, they bring experience, humility, and deep commitment to our teams and players. They know what makes EA special, and together we’ll continue building the world’s greatest games, communities, and creative culture.
Our mission remains unchanged: To Inspire the World to Play.
As we begin this next chapter, I’m more optimistic than ever about what we’ll create together. The opportunities ahead are extraordinary, and they’ll be brought to life by our creativity, our ambition, and our belief in what’s possible.
Thank you for everything you’ve done to bring us to this moment, and for everything we’ll create together in the years ahead. The future of entertainment is still being written, and I couldn’t be more excited to write that next chapter together.”
