EA (Electronic Arts) is a leading publisher of video games, known for game franchises such as FIFA, Madden NFL, The Sims, Battlefield and Need for Speed. They are headquartered in California, USA and have global partnerships with major gaming studios.
- Founded in 1982 by Trip Hawkins.
- In 1991 they went public.
- In 1994 they acquired a 20% stake in UK based developer Criterion Games.
- In 2004 they acquired a 19.9% stake in Ubi Soft.
- In 2012 they acquired Pop Cap Games.
- In 2019 they acquired Respawn Entertainment.
- Over the years the company has seen various developments, such as the release of the popular FIFA and Madden NFL series, and various controversies surrounding in-game purchases and loot boxes.
Activision Blizzard is a video game holding company known for publishing popular franchises such as Call of Duty, World of Warcraft, and Overwatch.
Ubisoft is a major video game publisher and developer with franchises such as Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six.
Take-Two Interactive is the parent company of 2K Games and Rockstar Games, known for Grand Theft Auto, Red Dead, and NBA 2K.
FIFA is a popular video game series that simulates association football. The game is known for its realistic ball physics and a wide range of licensed teams and players.
Madden NFL is a popular American football video game series. The game features realistic gameplay mechanics and has licensing agreements with the National Football League (NFL) and its teams.
The Sims is a life simulation video game series. The game lets players create and control their own virtual people and customizing their homes, jobs, relationships, and more.
Battlefield is a first-person shooter video game series set in various historical periods and modern-day conflicts. The game is known for its large multiplayer battles and destructible environments.
Need for Speed is a racing video game series that features a variety of cars and racing styles, such as street racing, drifting, and police chases.
EA stands for Electronic Arts.
Some of EA's most popular games include FIFA, Madden NFL, The Sims, Battlefield, and Need for Speed.
Most EA games are available on major gaming platforms such as PC, PlayStation, and Xbox. Some games may have exclusive deals with certain platforms.
EA has been criticized for implementing microtransactions, such as loot boxes, in their games, leading to accusations of a 'pay-to-win' model and encouraging gambling among players.
EA has several upcoming releases planned for 2021 and beyond, such as FIFA 22, Madden NFL 22, and Battlefield 2042. The company has shown a continued commitment to its franchises and partnerships, and ongoing efforts to improve player experiences.
