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22/01/2025 5:25 PM
Released a couple of months ago. Dragon Age: VelgardA game that inevitably generated a lot of controversy at launch due to avatar customization decisions, which were perceived as forced inclusion by users. Despite this, sales seem to be favorable for startups and active players BiowareBut it seems that this was a peak that did not last long and it has fallen sharply at this point.
Electronic Arts (EA) Citing its poor performance, it cut its financial estimates for the current fiscal year EA Sports FC 25 And less than expected interest in the aforementioned Western RPG that generated so much controversy in October. According to the company, both headlines significantly impacted its revenue expectations.
In a recent report, E.A said it expected “mid-digit growth” in live service net bookings for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025. However, it now expects a “mid-digit decline”, noting that “most of the shortfall” comes from “slowing momentum”. EA Sports FC 25 After launching in September.
On the other hand, Dragon Age: VelgardIt managed to engage about 1.5 million players during the quarter, a figure EA describes as “about 50% lower than expected.” That performance, along with sports gaming numbers, led the company to revise its expected net bookings to a range of $7-$7.15 billion for the fiscal year, forecasting revenue of $2.21 billion for the third quarter of the year.
Andrew Wilson, CEO of EArevealed that, although both titles did not meet expectations, the company remains confident in its long-term strategy. The company expects to return to growth in the fiscal year 2026With the continuous development of its extensive portfolio of games and experiences.
It’s added value that they plan to launch the next title from their makers It takes two And something from the universe Marvel.
Through: Eurogamer
