Electronic Arts to Acquire Respawn Entertainment
11.13.17
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Simpson Thacher represented Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) in connection with its announced agreement to acquire Respawn Entertainment, LLC, a leading independent game development studio. The transaction is expected to close by the end of 2017 or soon thereafter, subject to the receipt of regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions.
Electronic Arts is a global leader in digital interactive entertainment. The Company develops and delivers games, content and online services for internet-connected consoles, mobile devices and personal computers.
The Simpson Thacher team includes Kirsten Jensen and Alexis Orenstein (M&A); John Torrenti (Tax); Tristan Brown and Erin Murphy (ECEB); and Marcela Robledo (Intellectual Property).