Electronic Arts CEO Andrew Wilson received a total compensation of $38,649,984 for the 2026 fiscal year, an $8 million increase from the previous year. This significant pay raise is largely attributed to the commercial success of Battlefield 6, which became the highest-selling game of 2025.
Battlefield 6 achieved remarkable sales figures, selling over seven million copies within its first three days and topping the charts for both Xbox and PC platforms. The game's launch was characterized by positive critical reviews and stable services, contributing to EA meeting its company objectives. This success has been cited as a key factor in maintaining the company's resilience in a volatile market.
However, this financial success stands in contrast to recent staffing changes within EA's Battlefield divisions. In March 2026, just five months after Battlefield 6's highly successful launch, the company initiated layoffs across its Battlefield teams, stating the need to "better align" with community priorities. The exact number of employees affected has not been disclosed.
Despite the layoffs, EA continues to support Battlefield 6 with ongoing content. The game is set to receive a collaboration with the Top Gun franchise in August as part of its Season 4 update. This update will introduce fighter jets and character skins inspired by the film, complete with voice acting.
Recent statements from Ariel Giovannetti, Seasonal and Competitive Creative Lead at Motive, Battlefield Studios, indicate a commitment to addressing player feedback. Giovannetti expressed that the development team is listening to the community and is pleased with the progress made through Season 3, aiming to demonstrate a bright future for the franchise by implementing desired changes.
This situation follows EA's acquisition in 2025 by a private investor group, including Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners, which now holds 100% ownership of the company in a $55 billion deal.