adminEA net bookings increased 38% year over year to $3.04 billion in the third fiscal quarter, following the launch of Battlefield 6. The publisher’s preliminary results also show that revenue edged higher, while net income fell substantially compared with the same quarter a year earlier.
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EA net bookings and Q3 financial results
The results cover the three months ending December 30, 2025. Net bookings rose much faster than revenue, while the company reported a decline in its bottom line. These measures track different aspects of performance, so they should be considered separately when assessing the quarter.
- Revenue: $1.9 billion, up 0.95% year over year
- Net income: $88 million, down 69.9% year over year
- Net bookings: $3.04 billion, up 38% year over year
For readers comparing the figures, revenue reflects recognized sales during the period, while net bookings provide another view of customer spending on EA’s products and services. The reported figures are preliminary, and net income’s sharp decline stands in contrast to the growth in bookings.
Battlefield 6 leads the quarter
Battlefield 6 was EA’s strongest-performing title in the quarter. It debuted as the best-selling game of 2025 in the US and, according to the company, set new franchise engagement records. Its launch was a key factor behind the rise in bookings.
EA Sports FC also continued to perform well. Net bookings for the franchise increased by a high single-digit percentage year over year, supported by Ultimate Team and FC Mobile. Apex Legends bookings were up by a double-digit percentage, which EA attributed to new features and in-game events.
When evaluating game-related growth, it is useful to distinguish launch-driven results from performance across an established portfolio. EA’s figures point to contributions from Battlefield 6 as well as ongoing activity in EA Sports FC and Apex Legends.
Acquisition deal and regulatory review
EA is not holding earnings calls after releasing its results and is not providing forward-looking guidance. The company previously linked this approach to a pending $55 billion acquisition by an investor consortium comprising Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners.
EA expects the transaction to close in the first quarter of fiscal 2027, subject to customary closing conditions, including required regulatory approvals. The proposed deal has also drawn scrutiny in the US. Lawmakers asked the Federal Trade Commission to review its potential effects on workers, citing concerns including EA’s influence over wages, possible layoffs, labor-market concentration, and cross-ownership.
These are concerns raised as part of the review process, not a final determination about the transaction. The deal’s timeline and outcome therefore remain dependent on regulatory consideration and other closing conditions.
What EA’s results indicate
EA’s third-quarter report combines strong bookings growth with a steep year-over-year drop in net income. Battlefield 6 was a major contributor, while EA Sports FC and Apex Legends also recorded growth in bookings. For a balanced view, monitor both measures: EA net bookings show the scale of purchasing activity, while net income indicates the company’s reported profitability for the period.
