Electronic Arts (EA) has been acquired by a consortium of investors, including Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners, in a landmark $55 billion all-cash deal. This acquisition, the largest leveraged buyout in history, values EA at an enterprise value of $55 billion and includes the rollover of PIF's existing 9.9% stake. The deal is seen as a significant indicator of the gaming industry's value and the potential resurgence of NFT gaming. EA has previously explored NFTs, notably partnering with Nike in 2023 to integrate NFTs into its games. EA CEO Andrew Wilson has expressed optimism about the role of NFTs and blockchain technology in the future of gaming.