Michael Metzger: Takeover of EA "Could Also Inspire Other PE Firms to Pursue Major Acquisitions in the Gaming Sector"
In light of the Drake Star Global Gaming Report Q3 2025, Michael Metzger, Managing Partner, offers additional insights into the EA takeover and its implications for the games industry, investment sectors, growing market segments, and the stock market.
Global technology investment bank Drake Star has released its latest Global Gaming Report Q3 2025 (GamesMarkt reported). According to the report, the third quarter of 2025 was a landmark quarter for gaming mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Activity reached an annual high, driven by EA's $55 billion acquisition. Private financing also picked up for the first time in six quarters, and top Western gaming stocks performed well. We spoke to Michael Metzger, Managing Partner at Drake Star, about the EA takeover and its implications for the games industry, investment sectors, growing market segments and the stock market.