Why the enormous Saudi-led deal to acquire EA matters, whether you play games or not
1. EA is being acquired for $55bn in a leveraged buyout. 2. The deal includes Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund and other investors. 3. EA will be burdened with $20bn in debt post-acquisition. 4. Concerns arise over Saudi involvement and potential company downsizing. 5. CEO Andrew Wilson expresses optimism despite challenges ahead.