Electronic Arts announces completion of acquisition by PIF, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners

The acquisition of Electronic Arts by an investor consortium comprised of PIF, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners, first announced in September 2025, has successfully closed, the companies announced.

“This moment recognizes the extraordinary people whose creativity, ambition and passion have made [Electronic Arts] one of the world’s leading interactive entertainment companies,” said Electronic Arts chairman and CEO Andrew Wilson in a press release. “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.”

PIF Deputy Governor and Head of International Investments Turqi Alnowaiser added, “Having been a minority investor in the company for more than five years, we have a deep understanding of [Electronic Arts’] unique platform, massive global sports and gaming franchises, and iconic [intellectual property]. 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 [Electronic Arts’] management team in driving sustained growth and innovation for [Electronic Arts] and the industry.”

Silver Lake CEO and managing partner Egon Durban said, “[Electronic Arts’] 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 [Electronic Arts’] innovation fuels imagination and human connection. We’re proud to join with PIF and Affinity Partners to invest heavily in [[Electronic Arts’] growth, including what AI can do to enhance game development and player experience, and excited to partner with Andrew and the [Electronic Arts] team as they raise the bar for fans everywhere.”

Affinity Partners CEO Jared Kushner said, “[Electronic Arts] 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.”