The gaming landscape has witnessed a substantial change with the announcement that Electronic Arts (EA) has been acquired by a consortium led by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF), alongside Silver Lake and Affinity Partners. This development follows the regulatory approvals received in July, culminating a process that began in September 2025.

The acquisition signifies EA's transition from a publicly-traded company to a privately-held entity, with PIF holding a majority stake of 93.4%, Silver Lake owning 5.5%, and Affinity Partners possessing 1.1%. The latter, established in 2021, has notable connections, including being founded by Jared Kushner, son-in-law of former US President Donald Trump.

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  • EA is now a privately-held company, ending its tenure as a publicly-traded entity.
  • The acquisition was led by Saudi Arabia's PIF, with significant stakes also held by Silver Lake and a minor stake by Affinity Partners.
  • Silver Lake has diverse investments, including a 15% stake in the venture overseeing TikTok's US operations.
  • The acquisition marks a new era for EA, potentially influencing its game development and publishing strategies.

For more detailed insights into this significant gaming industry development, Source: Nintendo Life