Recent rumors in the gaming industry suggest a significant deal that could transform one of its giants. Electronic Arts (EA) may become a private company again, with reports from The Wall Street Journal indicating deep negotiations for a $50 billion acquisition that could reshape EA's global standing.

Key players in the negotiations include Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) and Silver Lake Partners. Sources claim that an official announcement regarding the deal could come soon, possibly within the next week. EA's market value was estimated at around $43 billion before the negotiations, but it is now expected to rise to $50 billion.

Saudi Arabia previously acquired about 10% of EA's shares in 2023, while Silver Lake has not held shares in EA but has invested in Unity, the game engine used by EA for some titles. If finalized, this deal would set a record for the largest leveraged buyout in history (excluding inflation), surpassing the $32 billion acquisition of TXU in 2007. Following the news, EA's stock value has increased by approximately 15%.

As of now, EA, the Saudi Public Investment Fund, and Silver Lake have not officially commented on the report, but the gaming industry's attention is focused on this potential acquisition, which could dramatically alter EA's future.