Saudi Prince Sparks Viral Buzz on Steam with “I bought EA” After $55B Acquisition
A playful moment in a historic deal has gone viral in the gaming world. Following the $55 billion acquisition of Electronic Arts (EA) by a consortium including Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners, an intriguing Steam profile caught fans’ attention. The profile, believed to belong to Prince Salman of Saudi Arabia, sported the cheeky username: “I bought EA.”
Steam Profile Sparks Buzz
The Steam account, under the name Abdullah_Al_Saud, has existed for over five years and holds games and items worth thousands of dollars, leading many gamers to speculate about its royal connection. Shortly after the EA acquisition was announced, the profile briefly changed its name to “I bought EA. ***** Next?” before settling on “I bought EA,” humorously hinting at the Public Investment Fund’s major role in the deal.
The playful move has gone viral online, fueling discussions in the gaming community about the future of EA. Some see it as a positive signal, indicating new investment for game development, while others worry about potential changes to studios and game direction under the new ownership.
Whether or not the Steam profile truly belongs to Prince Salman remains unconfirmed, but the viral moment has perfectly captured the drama and excitement surrounding one of the biggest acquisitions in gaming history.
