Electronic Arts has completed its $55 billion acquisition, transitioning from a publicly traded company to a private entity. The purchase was made by a consortium including Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners. The deal was announced in September of last year and approved by Electronic Arts shareholders in December 2025.

Following the completion of the transaction, Electronic Arts’ shares will no longer be traded on the public stock market. The gaming community’s reaction to this change has been largely cautious. On social media and gaming forums, several gamers have expressed concerns about the company’s future game titles and the policies of its various studios.

Some gamers have voiced specific concerns, including hopes that franchises like Dragon Age and Mass Effect would be sold to developers they consider more suitable. Others have stated they will no longer purchase games from the company. There are also worries about the future of Respawn Entertainment, with some hoping it could eventually become an independent studio, fearing that Electronic Arts will focus primarily on Battlefield and sports games.

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