EA could soon become a private company. According to a report from Insider Gaming, private investors, including Silver Lake and Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, are in advanced talks to close a staggering $50 billion deal to take Electronic Arts off the stock market. The news, initially hinted at by the Wall Street Journal, suggests that one of the world's largest publishers of sports and blockbuster titles may soon be under entirely new financial management. If successful, this transaction would represent one of the most significant buyouts in gaming history.
Why does this matter to players? For one, EA owns and develops some of the most recognizable franchises in gaming. From Battlefield and The Sims to the annualized Madden series, the company's catalog touches nearly every corner of the industry. The move to private ownership could lead to greater creative freedom without shareholder pressure—but it also raises questions about how new investors might steer EA's future. As seen in the EA SPORTS FC 25 official reveal trailer, the publisher continues to dominate the sports genre, ensuring that any financial shifts will directly influence how millions of players experience yearly releases.
Forza Horizon 6 has been officially announced. During the Tokyo Game Show 2025, fans were treated to a stunning official teaser trailer confirming long-rumored details: the game will be set in Japan. Developer Playground Games has long been applauded for capturing the essence of global car culture, and Japan—with its winding mountain passes, neon-lit cityscapes, and rich automotive heritage—seems like the perfect backdrop for the next chapter in the Forza Horizon series.
When can players get behind the wheel? According to VGC's coverage, the game is slated to release sometime in 2026 for Xbox Series X|S and PC. However, PlayStation 5 owners will need to wait, as Microsoft confirmed the title will not be available on PS5 at launch. This staggered release strategy has become a recurring theme in today's console landscape, reflecting how exclusivity still plays a major role in attracting players to one ecosystem over another. As the anticipation builds, racing fans can already speculate on car rosters, festival locations, and the next wave of downloadable content that will extend the game's lifecycle well beyond launch.
Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 is making steady progress. In a recent interview covered by IGN, series director Tetsuya Nomura confirmed that the development of the third and final installment is already well underway. He explained that the project has "a lot of playable content" and is advancing smoothly, reassuring fans that the creative team is united in its mission to deliver a memorable send-off to the trilogy. While the official title of the game remains under wraps, the director stated that the name has already been chosen, hinting at an eventual reveal.
How does this follow the story so far? After Final Fantasy 7 Remake launched in 2020, Square Enix expanded the saga with Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth in 2024. Though Rebirth's sales initially fell short of expectations, the game continues to perform well, boosted by upcoming ports to Xbox and Nintendo Switch 2. For players who want a taste of the game's narrative and visuals, the Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth final trailer captures the scope of its world and story. Nomura emphasized that despite sales concerns, the trilogy closer will not be rushed or compromised. Instead, fans can expect a "proper, high-quality" conclusion worthy of the legacy of one of gaming's most beloved RPGs. As noted by RinoTheBouncer on X, speculation over the third game's title and story direction has already sparked passionate debate across the community.
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