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Electronic Arts (EA) has announced Star Wars Zero Company, a single-player turn-based tactics game set during the Clone Wars era, scheduled for release in 2026 on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The game is being developed by Bit Reactor in collaboration with Respawn Entertainment and Lucasfilm Games.

Players will control Hawks, a former Republic officer, leading an elite squad through tactical operations across the galaxy. The game features customizable characters, including Clone Troopers, astromechs, and Jedi, with a base-building system and intelligence-gathering mechanics. Between missions, players will develop their base and gather intel through informants to stay ahead of adversaries.

Electronic Arts (EA) has announced it will release its Q4 and fiscal year 2025 financial results on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, after market close. The company will host a conference call at 2:00 PM Pacific Time (5:00 PM Eastern Time) to discuss the quarterly and annual results, future outlook, and potential material developments.

The conference call will be accessible via dial-in numbers (Domestic: 855-761-5600; International: 646-307-1097) with Conference ID 5939891, or through audio webcast at ir.ea.com. A replay will be available until May 13, 2025, and the webcast recording will be accessible for one year.

Lowe's (LOW) has announced a groundbreaking collaboration with EA SPORTS, marking its first-ever appearance across multiple EA SPORTS gaming titles. The partnership includes integration into EA SPORTS FC™, Madden NFL, and College Football games.

The home improvement retailer will be featured through various gameplay experiences, including the Stadium Pulse placement in EA SPORTS College Football 26 and Ultimate Team™ challenges in EA SPORTS FC™ and Madden NFL. These challenges will offer rewards through the MyLowe's Rewards loyalty platform.

Additionally, Lowe's plans to launch an 'On the Road' interactive gaming experience featuring Madden NFL, which will tour across the country during the NFL season. More details about this initiative will be released in late summer.

This strategic move expands Lowe's sports marketing portfolio and aims to connect with digitally savvy audiences and future home improvers through immersive gaming experiences.

Electronic Arts (EA) has announced F1® 25, the official game of the 2025 FIA Formula One World Championship™, launching on May 30 for PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. The game features an enhanced story mode 'Braking Point' with multiple difficulty settings, and a significant overhaul of the 'My Team' mode where players can manage their F1® team.

The game leverages LIDAR technology through its EGO engine to deliver increased circuit authenticity. Players who pre-order the F1® 25 Iconic Edition, featuring Lewis Hamilton as cover star, will receive post-launch gameplay chapters inspired by the upcoming Apple Original Films' F1 movie, early access, and 2025 season liveries for F1® 24. The Standard Edition features Oscar Piastri, Carlos Sainz, and Oliver Bearman as cover drivers.

EA is offering a 15% loyalty discount for F1® 23 or F1® 24 owners, and U.S. players pre-ordering the Iconic Edition will receive a one-month F1® TV PRO subscription.

Electronic Arts (EA) and Hazelight Studios have launched Split Fiction, a new co-op adventure game priced at $49.99, now available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC platforms. The game, currently ranked as the #1 Best-Reviewed Game of 2025, has received universal acclaim with perfect scores from over 26 media outlets.

From the creators of the successful It Takes Two (which sold 23 million units worldwide), Split Fiction features two protagonists, Mio and Zoe, who must escape a machine stealing their creative ideas. The game introduces varied gameplay mechanics across sci-fi and fantasy worlds, including platforming, puzzles, and optional Side Stories.

The game supports both local and online multiplayer through Friend's Pass, allowing game owners to invite friends to play the full game for free. Notable features include full cross-play functionality across all platforms, marking a studio first for Hazelight.

Electronic Arts (EA) and Major League Soccer are partnering to present the eMLS Cup Week 2025, a three-day gaming event culminating at the Whitney Museum of American Art from March 12-14, 2025. The event features a $50,000 prize pool competition in EA SPORTS FC 25, offering two spots in the EA SPORTS FC Pro World Championship.

The event combines gaming, sports, music, and art, featuring panel discussions with industry leaders including Chad Johnson, performances by Cash Cobain & DJ Silvasoundz, and interactive gaming activations. The final event coincides with Whitney's Free Friday Nights and will be freely accessible to the public with RSVP, also streaming live on Twitch and YouTube.

EA reported GAAP net revenue of $7.6 billion for fiscal year 2024, maintaining its position as a global leader in digital interactive entertainment with popular franchises including EA SPORTS FC, Battlefield, and Apex Legends.

Electronic Arts (EA) reported Q3 FY25 financial results with net bookings of $2.215 billion and announced plans for a $1 billion accelerated share repurchase program. The company's Global Football franchise saw net bookings growth of over 70% in the last five fiscal years, while EA SPORTS FC 25's gameplay update activated over two million Ultimate Team players.

Key financial metrics include net revenue of $1.883 billion, net income of $293 million, and operating cash flow of $1.176 billion. EA repurchased 2.4 million shares for $375 million during the quarter and declared a quarterly dividend of $0.19 per share.

For FY25 outlook, EA expects net revenue between $7.250-7.400 billion, net income of $1.038-1.130 billion, and net bookings of $7.000-7.150 billion. The company expressed confidence in returning to growth in FY26, supported by strong performance across its sports titles and upcoming releases.

Electronic Arts (EA) celebrates the 25th anniversary of The Sims, marking a significant milestone for the iconic life simulation franchise that has attracted over 500 million players worldwide since its launch in 2000.

The celebration includes several key initiatives: a 25 Hour Livestream featuring celebrities like Doja Cat and Latto, a massive update for The Sims 4 adding 70+ new items, and the re-release of The Sims and The Sims 2 in a special 25th Birthday Bundle. The company also announced collaborations with Pantone® to create an official 'Plumbob Green' color, partnerships with YouTube for special content, and a curated Spotify playlist.

Additionally, EA is launching a -edition merchandise collection and bringing the MySims: Cozy Bundle to PC on March 18, 2025. The franchise continues to lead the life simulation genre, particularly among female gamers, with plans for future expansion including a movie and enhanced gameplay experiences.

Battlefield Studios has announced Battlefield Labs, the most ambitious community testing program in the franchise's history. The program aims to collaborate with players during a critical pre-alpha development phase of the next Battlefield title.

Initial testing will begin in the coming weeks with selected players on servers in Europe and North America, with plans for future expansion. Players can sign up now at battlefield.com/labs.

The development is being handled by Battlefield Studios, which includes DICE, Ripple Effect, Motive, and Criterion. The testing program will provide regular updates to the community, and player feedback will directly influence the development of the next Battlefield title and future releases.