Electronic Arts (EA) paid Chief Executive Officer Andrew Wilson $38.7 million in total compensation for fiscal 2026, an increase of nearly $8 million from the previous year's $30.5 million, according to the company's filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
The disclosure comes months after the gaming company restructured its Battlefield Studios, laying off employees across four development teams as part of organisational changes announced in March 2026.
According to the SEC filing, Wilson's compensation package reflected salary, stock awards, cash incentives and other benefits tied to company performance during the financial year.
CEO pay rises to $38.7 million
The regulatory filing shows Wilson's compensation increased significantly compared with the previous fiscal year.
His FY2026 package comprised:
- Base salary: $1.3 million
- Stock awards: More than $28 million
- Cash bonus: $6.5 million
- Additional benefits: Personal security services and private jet travel
The total compensation increased by approximately $8 million from $30.5 million reported for fiscal 2025.
Other executives also received multi-million-dollar compensation
Wilson was not the only senior executive to receive substantial compensation during the year. According to the SEC filing:
- Laura Miele, President of EA Entertainment, received $13.7 million
- Stuart Canfield, Chief Financial Officer, received $11.3 million
- Jacob Schatz, General Counsel, received $8.4 million
- Mala Singh, Chief Human Resources Officer, received $8.3 million
The company's Board attributed executive compensation to business performance, including milestones achieved for Battlefield 6, stronger-than-expected performance from EA Sports FC and FC Mobile, and player acquisition exceeding expectations in early access for Skate.
The filing also referenced the company's implementation of a bold generative AI strategy, including partnerships and investment in the technology.
Layoffs affected Battlefield Studios
In March 2026, EA announced layoffs across all four studios that make up Battlefield Studios:
- DICE
- Criterion Games
- Ripple Effect Studios
- Motive Studio
The company did not disclose the number of employees affected.
According to the report cited by VP Esports, various sources estimated the layoffs involved around 300 employees, although no official figure has been confirmed by EA.
The company described the changes as "selective changes within the Battlefield organisation to better align teams around what matters most to the community."
Company prepares to become private
The compensation disclosure may be one of the last detailed executive pay reports available publicly.
According to VP Esports, the proposed $55 billion acquisition of Electronic Arts by a consortium of investors led by the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) has received approval from the European Union, with final approval expected on 30 July.
If the transaction is completed as planned, EA will become a privately held company and will no longer be required to publish annual SEC proxy filings containing detailed executive compensation information.
The latest filing provides a snapshot of executive remuneration during a year marked by product launches, AI investment and workforce restructuring. It also highlights how publicly listed companies continue to disclose executive compensation alongside broader business developments, including organisational changes affecting employees.