BioWare Employees Fear Studio Closure Following EA Sale

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Anxious BioWare Employees Brace for Potential Changes Amid EA Sale to Saudi-led Group

Electronic Arts (EA) is being acquired by a Saudi-led group, which includes Silver Lake and Jared Kushner’s Affinity Partners, in a deal valued at approximately $55 billion. The transaction will take EA private, with JPMorgan contributing $20 billion to manage the company’s debts. News of the sale has caused significant apprehension among employees at BioWare, the studio behind the Dragon Age and Mass Effect franchises. Staff members express concern over potential cuts and operational changes following the acquisition. The studio has already experienced a substantial team reduction, shrinking from over 200 employees to fewer than 100 by January, leading to fears of further layoffs or even a studio closure. An anonymous employee reflected on past difficulties, stating, “I’ve seen how bad things got with Dragon Age. If we thought it was going to get worse back then, you can imagine what we’re thinking now.” Another colleague confirmed they are keeping their portfolio and market contacts up-to-date for potential job hunting, noting, “It feels like it’s only a matter of time.”

BioWare’s Mass Effect Development Continues Amid EA Sale Uncertainty and Rumors of Studio Instability

Despite the pervasive uncertainty, development on a new Mass Effect title continues. An insider assured that the team remains dedicated to the project, even with fewer resources. An employee confirmed their commitment, remarking, “We’ll keep working until they tell us to stop. It’s not ideal, but as long as we’re getting paid, we won’t just up and leave.” This period of unease is compounded by the deal’s timeline, which is not expected to finalize until April 2026, leaving many BioWare employees feeling that the studio’s future is already precarious. Adding to these worries are past rumors that EA had previously considered selling BioWare. Furthermore, the recent lukewarm reception of Dragon Age: The Veilguard has intensified concerns about the stability of key franchises and the studio’s overall prospects.

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