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EA SPORTS Madden NFL 21 Sees Strong First Week Unit Sales up Nearly 20 Percent Year-Over-Year

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REDWOOD CITY, Calif.

Madden NFL 21 is Also Being Played More in its First Week, Highlighted by More Than 17 Million Games Played in the New Mode, The Yard

With More People Playing, the Fans Have Made Their Choice as Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Have Seen an 873 Percent Increase in Games Played

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–As millions of fans across the globe are gearing up for the return of the NFL next week, EA SPORTS Madden NFL 21

is where football fans have come to play and express their excitement for the season’s start. Madden NFL 20 was a record-setting year that saw more unique players and engagement than ever before in Madden NFL franchise history. Now, Madden NFL 21 continues that momentum with sell-through up nearly 20 percent year-over-year in its first week.

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Adventure to the Edge of the Galaxy in The Sims™ 4 Star Wars™: Journey to Batuu Game Pack

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REDWOOD CITY, Calif.

For the First Time, Bring Sims to the Star Wars Galaxy for an Authentic Experience in the Hit Game’s Newest Game Pack, Available September 8 for PC and Consoles 

Watch The Sims 4 Star Wars: Journey to Batuu Trailer Here

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Today Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA), Maxis™ and Lucasfilm announced that The Sims™ 4 Star Wars™: Journey to Batuu Game Pack* is coming to PC via Origin™ and Steam, Xbox One and PlayStation®4 systems on September 8, offering players the ability to ‘play with life’ and create their own, unique Star Wars story in a galaxy far, far away.

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Jino Talens
Sr. PR Manager
jtalens@ea.com
650-628-9111

Ray Almeda
Senior Communications Specialist
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650-628-7015

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Electronic Arts and NFL Make Tuesday Nights a Must Watch With Celebrity, Athlete and Madden Competitive Player Entertainment

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REDWOOD CITY, Calif.

Largest Madden NFL Community in History Prepares for New Competitive Ecosystem, Starting September 15 on Madden NFL Twitch & YouTube

Pizza Hut Renews First-Ever Virtual Stadium Rights Deal for Madden NFL 21 Championship Series

Watch Madden NFL 21 Championship Trailer Here

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Today, Electronic Arts Inc., and the National Football League (NFL) announced a new format for the EA SPORTS Madden NFL 21 Championship Series (MCS21) complete with revamped tournament offerings, weekly sports entertainment programming and an exciting mix of celebrity, athlete and elite Madden NFL player involvement.

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Jino Talens
Sr. PR Manager
650-628-9111
jtalens@ea.com

Will Alexander
PR Manager
614-477-9728
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EA SPORTS NHL 21 Drops the Puck October 16; Hockey Legend Alex Ovechkin Revealed as Cover Athlete

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REDWOOD CITY, Calif.

All New Creative Gameplay Innovations Create Revolutionary Moments that Define the Future of the Sport; View the Official Reveal Trailer Here

NHL® 21 Will Arrive on PlayStation® 4 and Xbox One with Longtime Fans Eligible for a Veteran Bonus

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) announced today that EA SPORTS™ NHL® 21 is coming to the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One on October 16 and unveiled a first look at Stanley Cup® winner Alex Ovechkin as the game’s cover athlete, for the second time. Ovechkin has been one of the most influential and impactful players in hockey and has become something of a muse for the development team, mapping the game’s innovation against the game-changing impact he has had on the sport.

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Jino Talens
Sr. PR Manager
650-628-9111
jtalens@ea.com

Caitilin Doherty
Global PR Manager
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Rise Through the Ranks in EA SPORTS UFC 4 Now Available Worldwide on PlayStation® 4 and Xbox One

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REDWOOD CITY, Calif.

Created Fighter Puts Fans at the Center of Every Fight in the Most Authentic and Immersive MMA Experience Ever

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:EA) today launched the newest game in the UFC franchise, EA SPORTS UFC 4, that lets players shape their own UFC legacy or challenge the world in new Blitz Battles or Online World Championships to become the undisputed champion of the Octagon®. Players can jump into the game today on PlayStation®4 and Xbox One.

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Jino Talens
Sr. PR Manager
650-628-9111
jtalens@ea.com

Caitilin Doherty
Global PR Manager
778-222-4055
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EA SPORTS Unveils The Yard, A New Backyard Football-Inspired Experience Coming to Madden NFL 21

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REDWOOD CITY, Calif.

The Yard Brings Small-Sided Football, New Gameplay Mechanics, Deep Player Customization and Fresh New Gear

Download the New Madden NFL 21 Mobile App Today to Start in The Yard: Underground (Video)

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Today, EA SPORTS announced a brand-new way to play in Madden NFL 21 with The Yard – a fun, dynamic mode for players to experience backyard football with fast-paced, small-sided gameplay. In this exciting new feature, players will be able to create a custom, one-of-a-kind avatar to outfit in gear, unlike any seen in Madden NFL before; pull off game changing trick plays, such as behind the back throws and double passes; and execute wild gameplay moments to win in new field locations around the globe.

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Jino Talens
Sr. PR Manager
650-628-9111
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Will Alexander
PR Manager
614-477-9728
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Electronic Arts Reports Strong Q1 FY21 Financial Results

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REDWOOD CITY, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) today announced preliminary financial results for its first fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2020.

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For additional information, please contact:

Chris Evenden
Vice President, Investor Relations
650-628-0255
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John Reseburg
Vice President, Corporate Communications
650-628-3601
jreseburg@ea.com

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