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Electronic Arts has announced a major strategic shift, detailing plans to focus on fewer, larger-scale projects while reducing its overall workforce. This restructuring follows the closure of the legendary studio BioWare, which was working on early development for Mass Effect.
The company intends to prioritize its core franchises, specifically shooters and sports titles. Future plans include continued development for Battlefield and Apex Legends, with Respawn and DICE collaborating on a new project. EA Sports remains a priority, with commitments to EA Sports FC, a new American football game titled Project Gridiron, and the return of Fight Night.
Action-adventure titles like Marvel's Iron Man and the third Star Wars Jedi game will proceed, though the company will limit simultaneous large-scale development. Meanwhile, The Sims will continue, but the project known as Project Lotus has been paused, and the Skate development team is facing staff reductions to improve business sustainability.
The announcement, attributed to Cam Weber and David Tinson, acknowledges that these changes are difficult for affected employees. While the statement does not explicitly confirm the reported layoff of 400 staff members, it notes that the company is concentrating efforts to manage its business following its acquisition by Saudi Arabia.
