Battlefield Mobile
Upcoming Battlefield Mobile spotted on Google Play
Currently playtesting in Indonesia and the Philippines
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Electronic Arts
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Electronic Arts (EA) is the world's leading developer and publisher of interactive entertainment software for advanced entertainment systems.
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Andrew Wilson
CEO
Petri Ikonen
Creative Director
Becky Ann Hughes
VIce President Growth
Devin Nambiar
Head of Product and Partnered Development
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Accolades
Articles featuring Electronic Arts
Best Of 2021
The Top 50 Mobile Game Makers of 2021
The movers, the shakers, and all those funky moneymakers
More To Come?
EA makes five accessibility patents free for developers
The patents are tailored to improving player accessibility within games
New Strategy
Glu Mobile CEO Nick Earl and COO Eric Ludwig leave company
Both will depart by the end of August
On The Up
EA Mobile bookings rise by 20% to $272 million in Q1
Figures include Glu Mobile but not yet Playdemic
Experienced Execs
Amber brings on former EA VP and Keywords chief Jaime Gine as CEO
"We are entering a new chapter in Amber’s evolving story"
Digital Event
Gamescom 2021 roster includes Bethesda, EA, Sega, Ubisoft and more
Taking place between August 25th and 29th, 2021
Rune For One More
RuneScape developer Jagex picks up new hires from EA, Smilegate and Ubisoft
"We’re extremely happy to be in a position where we can bring so many new and talented people…"
Pretty Nifty
Nifty Games brings on new executives from EA, Zynga and LucasArts
“This is an incredible time of growth..."
Reshuffle
Codemasters CEO Frank Sagnier will step down, four months after EA acquisition
Rashid Varachia will step down at the end of July as well
Rub Of The Green
EA acquires Golf Clash developer Playdemic for $1.4 billion
Warner Bros. agrees to part with UK-based studio
Tricky Times
EA's 2021 mobile revenue was $781 million
Total revenue rises to $5.6 billion
Strategic Deal
Electronic Arts completes acquisition of Glu Mobile for $2.1 billion
Adds 800 staff and 15 games
High Octane Action
Apex Legends Mobile soft launch now live - first images and gameplay surface
Testing in India and Philippines
Going To Battle
EA is bringing Battlefield to mobile in 2022
Developed by Industrial Toys
Apex Predator
Apex Legends Mobile entering soft launch in India and the Philippines on Android
Won't include cross-play
Better Together
Silver Rain Games secures deal with Electronic Arts
"Together we will construct an exciting universe that unlocks the power of storytelling and the brilliance that brings"
Red Carded
EA investigating allegations of staff selling FIFA UT cards
Posts on social media point claim to show employees selling cards for huge sums of money
Not So Difficult
'Dynamic Difficulty' class-action lawsuit against EA gets dropped
Publishing giant apparently showed the legal team "detailed technical information" to show this tech isn't in use
You're Out
Velan to make a dodgeball game called Knockout City for EA
Set to launch later this year
Money Money Money
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund invests $3 billion in major games companies
Split across Take-Two Interactive, Electronic Arts and Activision
Welcome To The Family
EA completes its purchase of Codemasters
The pair hope to usher in "an exciting new era for racing games"
Welcome To The Family
EA snaps up Design Home creator Glu Mobile
$2.1 billion will be exchanged for the developer
Fuse Has Been Lit
Apex Legends may see mobile soft launch in Q2 2021
Game set to roll out before end of fiscal year 2022
What A Strike!
EA working on six football mobile titles as its extends UEFA license
"Our vision is to create the most authentic, social and connected football experience by bringing our games to more devices"
Possible Deal
Codemasters execs approve EA's acquisition offer
Still needs the backing of other shareholders
Lighting The Fuse
Apex Legends accused of 'copying character design' from indie studio NOWWA
NOWWA has noted strong similarities between Apex's new legend and the main character of its upcoming title
Credits Will Do Fine
Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes made up 98% of all revenue from the last five Star Wars mobile games
Collectible RPG has generated $1.2 billion to-date
A Lot Of Loot
EA vet Moore says FIFA Ultimate Team isn't gambling, but understands scrutiny
Former exec says that his personal view is loot boxes are a "long way" from gambling
Competitive Offer
EA outbids Take-Two for Codemasters
Racing firm has accepted the bid, Grand Theft Auto giant "considering its position"
Loot Boxes
EA is facing another loot box class-action lawsuit
Publishing giant says it is "baseless"
Money Money Money
Electronic Arts brings in $1.1 billion in Q2 FY21
"Our business has grown significantly this year, and we are projecting continued expansion into FY22 and beyond"
What A Goal!
Electronic Arts is pushing its mobile division forward with FIFA at the helm
It has "six new soccer mobile games in development for new genres and new markets"
A Lot Of Loot
Netherlands Gambling Authority charges EA $5.86m over FIFA loot boxes
But the publishing giant plans to appeal the decision
Breathe It In
Apex Legends delayed on Nintendo Switch, may impact mobile
"This year has brought on unexpected new challenges"
Loot Boxes
EA faces Canadian class action lawsuit over loot boxes
Publisher facing legal action over its implementation of the business model
Ceasefire
Updated: EA pulls Plants vs. Zombies 3 from soft launch
"It’s time to pull the game back to incorporate your thoughts and reimagine a few things"
Red Carded
Update: EA removes monetisation ad from kids magazine
Encouraged the purchase of FIFA Points
Best Of 2020
The Top 50 Mobile Game Makers of 2020
Revealed: The movers, shakers, and moneymakers
#blacklivesmatter
EA, Sony, Warner Bros. and more take to social media to support #BlackLivesMatter movement
Madden 21 announcement delayed in favour of showing support
Touchdown
Update: EA secures NFL license for Madden games until May 2026
Terms of the exclusive partnership were not disclosed
Ollie Ollie
Rumour: Skate 3 could be grinding its way to mobile
As revealed by pro skater Jason Dil
"prove The Value"
EA's faith in live services rewards a nearly 200% increase in profit
Revenue rise of 11.9 per cent year-over-year
Ea Play
EA Play goes digital-only for 2020
Now part of Geoff Keighley's Summer Game Fest
More Games In 2021
Google and EA partner to bring Star Wars, FIFA and Madden NFL to Stadia
Set to launch later this year
Helping Out
EA will donate up to $2m to support coronavirus relief efforts
Publishing giant to match funds raised by staff
E3 Drama
Microsoft and Ubisoft are looking at digital events to replace E3
As are EA, Devolver and Limited Run Games
Back Of The Net
Google and Adidas partner for smart insoles that track performance in FIFA Mobile
Utilising the software goes towards FIFA Ultimate Team.
Dig It
Plants vs. Zombies 3 rises from the dead in new soft launch trailer
Ireland, Romania and the Philippines can download now
Red Card
EA issues permanent ban to FIFA pro Kurt0411
Follows initial ban in November 2019