Reports indicate that the PIF now maintains a 93.4 percent ownership stake in the major video game publisher.
The acquisition marks the largest leveraged buyout—a purchase made using a significant amount of borrowed money—on record, supported by $20 billion in debt financing.
This massive financial commitment places EA in a competitive landscape where industry leaders are increasingly moving away from experimental titles.
To manage the costs of the deal, the company is expected to follow the path of rivals like Microsoft and Ubisoft by prioritizing proven, high-revenue products.
This strategic shift will likely center on EA's most famous tentpole franchises, which are the primary brands that support a company’s financial stability, such as Battlefield, The Sims, and sports series like Madden NFL.
While CEO Andrew Wilson told employees in a staff message that he is optimistic about the opportunities in this new era, the business requirements of the debt-heavy deal suggest a narrower focus on bankable, large-scale releases.