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EA Sports FC 27 Closed Beta is Live, Deep Dive Into New Feedback System Revealed
Electronic Arts has launched the closed beta for EA Sports FC 27, running from August 5th to 25th, and revealed details about its new player feedback system. The game is set to release on September 25th for multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.
Comings and Goings
Electronic Arts has appointed the head of EA Sports to oversee all of EA's operations, while Secret Mode has opened a new studio in Sheffield to support its internal game development projects.
The guy in charge of EA Sports is now in charge of EA everything
Electronic Arts CEO Andrew Wilson has appointed Cam Weber, former president of EA Sports, as the new president and chief operating officer. This leadership change follows EA's acquisition by Saudi Arabia and comes amid speculation about a greater focus on major franchises and potential layoffs due to the company's debt.
EA Sports FC 27 to bring back feature last seen in FIFA 16 says leak
A leak suggests that EA Sports FC 27 will reintroduce the PhotoFit feature, allowing players to scan their faces into the game for avatar creation, a technology last seen in FIFA 16. The feature is expected to be implemented in modes like Player Career. EA Sports FC 27 is scheduled for release on September 25, 2026, for multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
EA appoints new COO and chief studio officer after closing $55 billion acquisition
Electronic Arts has officially gone private following the completion of its $55 billion acquisition by Silver Lake, Affinity Partners, and Saudi PI. CEO Andrew Wilson announced leadership changes, appointing David Tinson as Chief Operating Officer and Cam Weber as Chief Studio Officer. The deal closed on August 4th after clearing regulatory hurdles.
Assassin's Creed Valhalla director comes back to Ubisoft to be game director for the entire brand
Eric Baptizat, known for his work as director on Assassin's Creed Valhalla and lead game designer on Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag, has returned to Ubisoft. He will now serve as the game director for the entire Assassin's Creed brand. Baptizat previously left Ubisoft in 2021 to join EA Motive, where he worked on the Dead Space remake and Battlefield 6.
"Mass Layoffs" May Follow EA Sale
Following the acquisition of Electronic Arts by a consortium including Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, Silver Lake, and Jared Kushner's Affinity Partners, discussions have turned to potential mass layoffs. The article suggests that significant workforce reductions may occur as a result of the sale.
Business and Finance
Electronic Arts has completed its $55 billion acquisition and announced senior leadership changes. Separately, David Ellison stated that Paramount is open to settling an antitrust lawsuit, and Atari's core business is also mentioned.
Saudi-acquired EA is reportedly planning to make massive cuts after taking $18 billion of debt, and we all know what…
Electronic Arts has officially gone private under the ownership of the Saudi Arabia Public Investment Fund, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners. This transition involves taking on $18 billion in debt, leading to a reported $700 million in annual cost-cutting measures, which are expected to result in significant layoffs across the company.
Electronic Arts’ $55B buyout has officially completed – and the company is already plotting layoffs
Electronic Arts has officially been acquired for $55 billion by a consortium of investment firms, primarily Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, making it a private entity. The deal, which carries $18 billion in debt, is expected to lead to significant cost-cutting measures, including mass layoffs, with reports indicating $700 million in annual savings are planned.
FC 27 The Grounds: AMPs Consumables & Permanent Masteries Explained
EA Sports FC 27's The Grounds mode introduces AMPs, consumable items that offer temporary attribute boosts and Signature PlayStyles+ for a limited number of matches. Masteries, on the other hand, provide permanent attribute increases across all builds by achieving specific in-game milestones, offering players more ways to customize their created pros.
Mass layoffs expected at EA as the now-private publisher reportedly tells its new debt masters that it's going to…
Following its $55 billion acquisition by a consortium including Saudi Arabia's Private Investment Fund, Electronic Arts is reportedly planning mass layoffs to manage significant debt. The publisher has informed debt investors of plans to cut $700 million in annual costs, including $170 million in organizational efficiencies, to service approximately $1.8 billion in annual interest payments.
EA Is Now Owned By Saudi Arabia, Layoffs Expected
Electronic Arts has reportedly been acquired by a Saudi-led group, a move that has drawn attention due to the country's human rights record. The acquisition is expected to lead to layoffs as the company addresses significant debt incurred from the deal.
EA’s Saudi takeover will be "a real waste" if it turns the publishers into a "sequel-and-mega-franchise machine", Helldivers 2 studio boss says
Shams Jorjani, CEO of Arrowhead Game Studios, expressed concern that Electronic Arts' recent $55 billion acquisition by Saudi Arabian investors could lead the publisher to focus solely on sequels and mega-franchises, potentially wasting its diverse game catalog. He hopes for continued business and creative diversity within EA, despite the consolidation and significant debt incurred by the deal, which may lead to cost-cutting measures and layoffs.
Jobs roundup: August 2026 | Frontier Developments appoints Dan Lazarides as CMO
Several key figures have moved into new roles within the gaming industry. Dan Lazarides is the new Chief Marketing Officer at Frontier Developments, while Tracey Thompson returns to Bethesda as VP of Communications. Maddie Richter joins Nintendo of America as Social Media Marketing Manager, and Steffen Holm and Chris Kruger join Roblox to support AI tool development.
Jobs roundup: August 2026 | Tim Coombs rejoins Amazon as head of brand marketing for Luna
This article rounds up various industry hires and transitions in August 2026. Notable appointments include Tim Coombs rejoining Amazon as head of brand marketing for Luna, Dan Lazarides becoming Chief Marketing Officer at Frontier Developments, and Tracey Thompson returning to Bethesda as VP of Communications. Several other individuals have also moved into new roles across companies like Blizzard Entertainment, Netflix Games, and Riot Games.
Jobs roundup: August 2026 | CodeDev Group appoints Ben Board as CEO of The Performance Guys
This article rounds up recent hires and promotions across the gaming industry. Key appointments include Ben Board as CEO of The Performance Guys, Nate Nanzer as EVP at Paramount Games, and Tracey Thompson returning to Bethesda as VP of communications. Several other companies like Epic Games, Amazon, and Microsoft also saw personnel changes.
Jobs roundup: August 2026 | Paramount Games appoints Nate Nanzer as EVP, head of commercial & marketing
This article rounds up recent appointments and transitions within the gaming industry. Notable moves include Nate Nanzer joining Paramount Games, Julia Gutnik heading media at Amazon Gaming, and Tracey Thompson returning to Bethesda as VP of communications. Several other companies like Epic Games, Studio MDHR, Games Workshop, and Blizzard Entertainment also saw new hires or promotions.
EA is now a private company, with stakeholders that include Saudi's PIF and Affinity Partners
Electronic Arts has officially become a private company following a $55 billion buyout, with stakeholders including Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund and Affinity Partners. This deal, the second largest in gaming history, has raised concerns regarding human rights and LGBTQ+ issues due to the nature of some investors. The future of EA's franchises and potential company restructuring remain uncertain.
More EA layoffs expected as Saudi Arabia buyout is completed
Electronic Arts has completed its $55 billion acquisition by an investor consortium, including Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, making it a private company. The deal, financed partly by a $20 billion loan, raises concerns about potential mass layoffs and increased microtransactions to offset the debt. The PIF now holds a majority stake, leading to discussions about potential censorship of inclusive titles like The Sims due to Saudi Arabia's human rights record.
