In a groundbreaking move that has sent shockwaves through the gaming industry, Electronic Arts (EA) shareholders have approved the sale of the company to a consortium led by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) for a staggering $55 billion. The deal, which still requires regulatory approval, is expected to close in the first quarter of 2027.
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The investor consortium, which also includes Silver Lake and Affinity Partners, led by Jared Kushner, will see Saudi Arabia’s PIF owning a significant 93.4 percent of EA’s shares, with Silver Lake and Affinity Partners holding the remaining 5.5 percent and 1.1 percent, respectively. The acquisition marks a significant shift in ownership and control of one of the gaming industry’s biggest players.
Public and player reactions to the news have been mixed, with some expressing concerns over the implications of a major gaming company being owned by a foreign entity, particularly one with ties to controversial figures. Others have raised questions about the potential impact on EA’s game development, monetization practices, and overall direction under new ownership.
Media outlets and industry insiders have also weighed in on the acquisition, with some praising the move as a strategic business decision that could bring new opportunities for EA, while others have raised ethical and cultural concerns about the sale to a foreign entity with a complex political background.
The sale of EA to Saudi Arabia’s PIF has raised important questions about the cultural, ethical, and business implications of such a significant acquisition in the gaming industry. From concerns about monetization practices to potential shifts in game development and accessibility, the deal is sure to have a lasting impact on the gaming landscape.
As the gaming community continues to digest this news, one thing is clear: the $55 billion sale of EA marks a major turning point in the industry, with far-reaching implications for players, developers, and stakeholders alike.
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References:
– VGChartz: Electronic Arts Shareholders Approve $55 Billion Deal – https://www.vgchartz.com/article/466622/electronic-arts-shareholders-approve-55-billion-deal/
– GamesIndustry.biz: EA shareholders back $55bn acquisition – https://www.gamesindustry.biz/ea-shareholders-back-55bn-acquisition
– Kotaku: EA Shareholders Approve Over-Inflated $55 Billion Sale To Saudi Arabia – https://kotaku.com/ea-shareholders-approve-55bn-sale-saudi-arabia-trump-2000655342
– Nintendo Wire: EA shareholders vote in favor of Saudi Arabia PIF takeover – https://nintendowire.com/news/2025/12/23/ea-shareholders-vote-in-favor-of-saudi-arabia-pif-takeover/
– PC Gamer: Electronic Arts shareholders vote overwhelmingly in favor of Saudi-led takeover – https://www.pcgamer.com/gaming-industry/electronic-arts-shareholders-vote-overwhelmingly-in-favor-of-saudi-led-takeover/
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