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EU gives antritrust approval to the Saudi-led $55 billion takeover of EA
The European Union has granted antitrust approval for the proposed $55 billion takeover of Electronic Arts by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund. While this is a significant step, the deal is not yet finalized.
Xbox adds advertisements to games in "ad-supported" streaming trial, and it sounds like there's more ads…
Microsoft is testing an ad-supported version of its Xbox game streaming service with Xbox Insiders, which will include advertisements at the start of a session. The company states that the core game experience remains unchanged after the initial ads and that this tier is optional. Microsoft aims to provide more affordable ways to play games through advertising, emphasizing that ads should not interrupt gameplay and should meet quality standards.
EA Sports FC 27 drops first gameplay video with Bellingham and a surprise cameo
EA Sports FC 27 has released its first gameplay trailer, showcasing new modes like 'The Grounds' and 'community driven' gameplay improvements. The game will launch on September 25 for multiple platforms, with early access available through the Ultimate Edition and a limited-time Ultimate Plus Edition.
EA Sports FC 27 coming to Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
Electronic Arts has officially announced EA Sports FC 27, set to release on September 25, 2026, for both Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch. The game will feature Kylian Mbappé and Jude Bellingham on its cover editions and introduces new modes like 'The Grounds' social playground, a rebuilt Career Transfer Market, and the Ultimate Team Gallery. Gameplay improvements focus on enhanced control and fluidity, with community feedback driving updates to corners, attacking awareness, and AI defending.
Saudi Arabia's $55 billion EA buyout approved by the European Commission, who say it doesn't "raise competition concerns"
The European Commission has approved Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund's $55 billion buyout of Electronic Arts, stating it raises no competition concerns within the EU. While the deal has received regulatory approval in Europe, US lawmakers have called for an investigation into potential anti-competitive practices and worker impact.
European Commission says EA's controversial $55 billion buyout "would not raise competition concerns" and…
The European Commission has approved the proposed $55 billion acquisition of Electronic Arts by a group of investors led by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund. The commission concluded that the buyout would not raise significant competition concerns, given its limited impact on the markets where the companies are active. This approval moves the deal, which would see PIF own 93.7% of EA, one step closer to completion.
EA Sale To Saudi Arabia Clears A Major Hurdle
Electronic Arts' proposed sale to an investor consortium led by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund has received approval from the European Commission, clearing a significant hurdle. While the $55 billion deal is structured as a leveraged buyout, potential cost-cutting measures like layoffs and studio closures at EA and its subsidiaries, such as BioWare, are a concern for employees.
EU approves Saudi Arabia's $55bn acquisition of EA, clearing path for largest private leveraged buyout of all time
The European Union has approved Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners' $55 billion acquisition of Electronic Arts, citing no competition concerns. This leveraged buyout is set to be the largest in history. The deal has faced criticism from human rights organizations and video game industry unions due to concerns about sportswashing and Saudi Arabia's human rights record.
Saudi Arabia's divisive EA buyout approved under EU merger rules
The European Commission has approved the acquisition of Electronic Arts by a consortium including Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund under EU merger rules. The commission found the $55 billion deal, which involves the production and distribution of video games across mobile, PC, and consoles, will not raise competition concerns due to its limited market impact. The deal has faced scrutiny over potential human rights implications and cultural washing concerns.
You only get one, permakillable Jedi Padawan in Star Wars Zero Company, but that's fine because I'm going to roll an R2-D2 deathsquad anyway
Star Wars Zero Company, a tactics RPG from Bit Reactor and Electronic Arts, features a permakillable Jedi Padawan named Tel-Rea, but allows players to field entire squads of R2-D2 units. The game will be a 30-40 hour linear experience with 12 classes, no plot branching, and no modding support. Players can choose to disable permadeath, and the game launches on August 27th.
Star Wars Zero Company is a 30-40 hour linear game with no New Game+, and I'm totally OK with this
Star Wars Zero Company is estimated to be a 30-40 hour linear experience with no New Game+ mode, a design choice the author finds acceptable. Developer Bit Reactor confirmed the game's length and linear structure, noting that some customization options will be unlockable on subsequent playthroughs, though official mod support will not be available.
EA Sports FC 27 cover features Ted Lasso easter eggs and The Grounds social spaces
EA Sports FC 27 will feature Kylian Mbappe on its cover, alongside teasers for new content including the fictional AFC Richmond team from Ted Lasso and a new social hub called 'The Grounds'. The game will also introduce 'Dynamic OVR' to reflect real-time player performance changes.
The challenges of developing the colony sim, from Dungeon Keeper to Dwarf Fortress and beyond
This article analyzes the development challenges inherent in the colony simulation genre, tracing its evolution from Dungeon Keeper to modern titles like Dwarf Fortress, RimWorld, and Maia. It highlights how simulating autonomous AI characters and managing complex interlocking systems, while ensuring effective player communication, are key difficulties developers face. The piece also touches on the genre's unique ability to generate emergent narratives through AI interactions.
EA Sports UFC 6 and Meccha Chameleon Dominated US Software Sales Charts for June
US video game software sales in June saw EA Sports UFC 6 top the charts, followed by Meccha Chameleon. Despite strong individual game sales and upcoming releases like Grand Theft Auto 6, overall spending dropped 12 percent year-on-year, with hardware sales also experiencing a significant decline.
Despite Xbox console sales doubling YoY, hardware sales across the US are down 62% | US Monthly Charts
Total video game sales in the US experienced a 20% year-on-year decline, dropping from $5.7 billion to $4.5 billion. Hardware sales saw the most significant decrease at 62%, largely due to the Nintendo Switch 2's launch the previous year. Despite this, UFC 6 debuted as the best-selling game, followed by Meccha Chameleon and 007 First Light.
Star Wars Zero Company is going all in on Clone customisation, but my favourite armour is restricted to the Deluxe…
Star Wars Zero Company developer Bit Reactor has detailed its extensive Clone Trooper customization options, including paint jobs, patterns, and helmet voice modulation. While most cosmetic options are available from the start, the classic Phase 1 ARC Trooper armor is exclusive to the Deluxe Edition's 'Grand Army of the Republic' pack. The developer confirmed there are no plans for monetization or microtransactions outside of this edition.
FC 26 Futties Team 1: All SBC, Objective, & Token Players Leaked
Leaks suggest the first FUTTIES promo team for EA Sports FC 26 will feature customizable PlayStyles and 99-rated attributes. Players like Thomas Müller and Antoine Griezmann are expected to be available through the Token system, while others such as Phil Foden and Marco Reus will be part of Squad Building Challenges and Objectives.
Relive E3’s wildest years thanks to the Video Game History Foundation
The Video Game History Foundation has released a vast archive of E3 materials, offering public access to rare footage, documents, and photographs from the event's history. This collection aims to preserve the legacy of the industry's past, including contributions from former E3 director Mary Dolaher.
Battlefield 6 PC Players With Nvidia RTX 50-Series GPUs Face Crashes on Maps With Lots of Water
Electronic Arts is investigating a GPU driver crash issue affecting Battlefield 6 players on PC who use Nvidia's RTX 50-series graphics cards with the latest drivers, particularly on maps with large bodies of water like Tsuru Reef. The company advises affected players to temporarily roll back to driver version 596.49 while a fix is developed. This issue emerged shortly after the launch of Season 4, which introduced the Tsuru Reef map focused on naval warfare.
Kylian Mbappé Announced as EA SPORTS FC 27 Ultimate Edition Cover Star | Invision Game Community
Electronic Arts has announced Kylian Mbappé as the cover star for the EA SPORTS FC 27 Ultimate Edition and EA SPORTS FC Mobile. This marks Mbappé's return to the franchise cover after four years. The cover reveal precedes the first gameplay trailer for EA SPORTS FC 27, scheduled for July 23.
