EA Acquired by PIF, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners in a $55 Billion Deal

Electronic Arts (EA) will officially be taken over by a consortium consisting of the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund (PIF), Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners. In an announcement shared by CEO Andrew Wilson to all employees, EA’s board of directors has approved a transaction in which shareholders will receive $210 per share in cash, valuing EA at $55 billion.

Transaction Highlights

This deal represents one of the largest investments in the interactive entertainment industry. According to the internal announcement, after thorough evaluation, the board concluded that this transaction is the best option for the company and its shareholders. All payments will be made in cash to EA shareholders.

CEO Statement

Andrew Wilson emphasized that this acquisition is a recognition of the creativity and innovation of the EA team. He stressed that EA’s mission — “Inspiring the World to Play” — remains the guiding principle, and that the company’s values and commitment to players remain unchanged. Wilson expressed enthusiasm to continue leading and working with new partners to strengthen team creativity, accelerate innovation, and pursue transformative opportunities expected to position EA as a future leader in entertainment.

“This moment is a recognition of the creativity, innovation, and passion you have… With perseverance and operational excellence, we can strengthen team creativity, accelerate innovation, and pursue transformative opportunities.”
— Andrew Wilson (statement summary)

This acquisition is considered a major strategic move for the gaming and entertainment ecosystem. The purchasing partners are noted to bring extensive experience in sports, gaming, and entertainment, as well as commitment to EA’s long-term vision. For EA, funding and support from major investors open opportunities for product expansion, IP investment, and more aggressive cross-platform initiatives.

Overview of the Parties Involved

Electronic Arts (EA) — A global player in the interactive entertainment industry; developer and publisher of games for consoles, PC, and mobile devices. In fiscal year 2025, EA recorded GAAP net revenue of approximately $7.5 billion. EA’s portfolio includes well-known IPs such as EA SPORTS FC™, Battlefield™, Apex Legends™, The Sims™, Madden NFL, Need for Speed™, Dragon Age™, and others.

Public Investment Fund (PIF) — Saudi Arabia’s national investment fund actively supporting the development of strategic sectors and economic transformation. The gaming and esports industry is a priority investment area for PIF as part of economic diversification and entertainment ecosystem development.

Silver Lake — A global technology investment firm managing over $110 billion in combined assets and committed capital. The company’s portfolio across various technology sectors demonstrates extensive experience in supporting large-scale companies.

Affinity Partners — A Miami-based investment company founded in 2021 by Jared Kushner. Affinity manages assets exceeding $5.4 billion and focuses on growth equity investments, financial services, and technology.

According to the announcement, EA’s values, mission, and commitment to players remain unchanged. However, with the financial backing and experience of the new partners, EA is projected to have greater resources to develop IP, accelerate product innovation, and explore cross-industry collaboration opportunities—especially in sports and interactive entertainment experiences.