EA Gets Acquired in a $55 Billion Deal—The Biggest Power-Up in Gaming History

“Game Over? More like Level Up! EA Just Got Acquired in a $55 Billion Power Play”

COLOMBO (News 1st); Electronic Arts (EA), the powerhouse behind franchises like FIFA, Madden NFL, and Battlefield, is about to hit a new high score.

The gaming giant announced today (29) that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by an investor consortium led by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners in an all-cash deal valued at a jaw-dropping $55 billion—the largest all-cash sponsor take-private deal in history.

Under the terms of the agreement, the consortium will acquire 100% of EA, with PIF rolling over its existing 9.9% stake. EA shareholders will receive $210 per share in cash, representing a 25% premium over EA’s unaffected share price of $168.32 as of September 25, 2025, and even topping its all-time high of $179.01 from August 14, 2025.

This acquisition isn’t just about money—it’s about power moves in the gaming and entertainment space.  With PIF’s deep roots in global gaming and esports, Silver Lake’s tech investment pedigree, and Affinity Partners’ strategic capital, EA is poised to accelerate innovation, expand globally, and blur the lines between physical and digital entertainment.

“Our creative and passionate teams at EA have delivered extraordinary experiences for hundreds of millions of fans, built some of the world’s most iconic IP, and created significant value for our business. This moment is a powerful recognition of their remarkable work,” said Andrew Wilson, Chairman & CEO of Electronic Arts. “Looking ahead, we will continue to push the boundaries of entertainment, sports, and technology, unlocking new opportunities. Together with our partners, we will create transformative experiences to inspire generations to come. I am more energized than ever about the future we are building.”

The transaction will be funded by a combination of cash from each of PIF, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners as well as roll-over of PIF’s existing stake in EA, constituting an equity investment of approximately $36 billion, and $20 billion of debt financing fully and solely committed by JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., $18 billion of which is expected to be funded at close. Each of PIF, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners plan to fund the equity component of the financing entirely from capital under their respective control.

EA will remain headquartered in Redwood City, California.