The reasoning EA reportedly gave was a “realignment” rather than any connection to their $55 billion buyout, but specifics haven’t been disclosed. Even with a record-breaking launch—over 7 million copies sold in the first three days and 26 million total players including free-to-play modes—the post-launch content hasn’t entirely met player expectations, which might factor into this internal restructuring.
This situation highlights a harsh reality in AAA development: even massive sales and accolades don’t always guarantee job security when studios are balancing budgets, post-launch support, and future projects. It’s also a reminder that large-scale games like Battlefield 6 are massive team efforts, and restructuring can ripple across multiple studios simultaneously.