Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard remains uncertain, with the CMA blocking the purchase a few weeks ago.
While the Xbox company hopes for the European Commission’s approval to overcome this challenging situation, other industry players are closely monitoring the developments. However, Electronic Arts (EA) appears unfazed by the potential acquisition.
EA’s Confidence in Their Partnership with Microsoft
During a Q&A session on EA’s latest earnings call, CEO Andrew Wilson was asked about his thoughts on the possible implications of Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard for the gaming industry.
Wilson acknowledged that he often faces this question and admitted that he is uncertain about the outcome of the purchase.
Nevertheless, he expressed confidence that it would not significantly impact EA, as the company is “Microsoft’s largest partner” and the “number one publisher on its platform.”
Wilson’s faith in EA’s intellectual property library and the talent of its studios leads him to believe that the company will continue to shape the future of entertainment and remain competitive in the market, irrespective of whether the Microsoft-Activision Blizzard deal goes through.
The Future of Industry Consolidation
The CEO anticipates significant consolidation within the gaming industry in the long run and wants EA to be prepared for any potential involvement in such events.
He expressed a desire for EA to have the scale necessary to become a substantial consolidator in the space, citing the company’s valuable assets concerning the future of entertainment.
Regarding the potential Activision Blizzard acquisition by Microsoft, Wilson stated, “We feel like we have an incredible strategy and we have an incredible opportunity. We will still be the number one publisher on the Microsoft platform.”
EA’s Recent Successes
During the same earnings call, Andrew Wilson confirmed that FIFA 2023 had the most successful launch in the soccer franchise’s history. He also expressed satisfaction with the initial sales of Star Wars Jedi: Survivor.
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