Electronic Arts (EA)

Company ID: 186 | CIK: 0000712515
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Human capital disclosures. Workforce totals and demographics are point-in-time. Flow metrics use the year-to-date period for 10-Q and full year for 10-K. Workforce actions (RIFs, restructurings, acquisition-related changes) are listed in the table at the bottom.

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Workforce Actions

Period EndTypeStatusAffected% WorkforceAnnouncedExpected CompletionGeographySegment / FunctionChargeSourceNote
2026-03-31restructuringin_progressUSD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / no-ai-xblr
2026-03-28acquisition_additioncompletedUSD 17 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		One acquisition completed during fiscal year 2026, described as not material; $17 million net of cash acquired shown in investing activities. Headcount added is not disclosed.
2025-12-31restructuringin_progressUSD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2025-09-30restructuringin_progressUSD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2025-06-30acquisition_additioncompletedUSD 17 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Completed one acquisition not material to financial statements; headcount not disclosed.
2025-06-30restructuringin_progressUSD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2025-03-31restructuringcompleted2023-11-012025-03-31GlobalPortfolio rationalization, real estate and headcountUSD 62 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		FY2025 charges to operations of $62M ($57M office space reductions, $5M licensor commitments); cumulative net charges of $123M since inception through 2025-03-31; actions substantially completed by fiscal year-end with no additional charges expected. Employees affected not disclosed.
2025-03-31plant_closurecompleted2023-11-012025-03-31GlobalReal estate / office spaceUSD 57 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		FY2025 office space reduction charges of $57M relate to impairments of right-of-use assets and associated property for certain operating leases; part of the $62M FY2025 program total (do not add to program total). Headcount impact not separately quantified.
2025-03-31restructuringcompleted2024-04-012025-03-31GlobalVariousUSD 123 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		2024 Restructuring Plan focused on portfolio rationalization, licensor commitments, real estate, and headcount. Actions substantially completed by March 31, 2025. Net charges incurred since inception were $123 million. No specific employee count disclosed.
2025-03-31restructuringcompleted2024-01-012025-03-31GlobalVariousUSD 123 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		2024 Restructuring Plan focused on portfolio alignment, licensor commitments, real estate, and headcount. Actions substantially completed by March 31, 2025. Net charges incurred since inception through March 31, 2025 were $123 million. Employee count not explicitly disclosed.
2025-03-31restructuringin_progressUSD 57,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / no-ai-xblr
2024-12-31restructuringin_progress2024-02-012025-03-31GlobalVarious (Portfolio rationalization, real estate, headcount)USD 119 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		2024 Restructuring Plan announced in Feb 2024. Estimated total charges $125M-$165M. Incurred net charges of $119M through Dec 31, 2024. Includes office space reductions, employee severance, and licensor commitments. Employee count affected not explicitly disclosed.
2024-12-31restructuringin_progressUSD 1,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2024-12-28restructuringin_progress2024-02-012025-03-31GlobalPortfolio rationalization, real estate, headcountUSD 125 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		2024 Restructuring Plan; estimated total charges $125M–$165M including $40M–$55M for employee severance; $119M net charges incurred through 2024-12-31; no employee headcount disclosed
2024-09-30restructuringin_progress2024-022025-03-31restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		2024 Restructuring Plan approved by the Board in February 2024, covering portfolio rationalization, office space reductions, headcount reductions, and licensor commitments. Estimated total charges of $125M to $165M, of which $40M to $55M relates to employee severance and employee-related costs (no single value disclosed; range stated). Net charges of $119M incurred from inception through September 30, 2024. No number of employees affected is disclosed. Restructuring liability was $0 at September 30, 2024; actions expected to be substantially complete by March 31, 2025.
2024-09-30restructuringin_progress2024-02-012025-03-31GlobalVarious (Portfolio rationalization, office space, headcount)USD 119 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		2024 Restructuring Plan announced in Feb 2024. Estimated total charges $125M-$165M. Incurred net charges of $119M through Sept 30, 2024. Includes office space reductions, employee severance, and licensor commitments. Employee count affected not explicitly disclosed.
2024-09-30restructuringin_progressUSD 51,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2024-06-30restructuringin_progress2024-022024-12-31USD 125 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		2024 Restructuring Plan estimated total charges of $125M to $165M, including $40M-$55M for employee severance and related costs, $50M-$65M for office space reductions, and $35M-$45M for licensor commitments. Net charges of $67M incurred since inception through June 30, 2024. No employee headcount affected is disclosed.
2024-06-30restructuringin_progress2024-02-012024-12-31GlobalVarious (Portfolio rationalization, real estate, headcount)USD 67 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		2024 Restructuring Plan announced in Feb 2024. Net charges incurred through June 30, 2024 were $67 million. Total estimated charges $125-$165 million. Employee count affected not explicitly disclosed in this filing.
2024-06-30restructuringin_progressUSD 2,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2024-03-31restructuringin_progress2024-022024-12-31Company-widerestructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		2024 Restructuring Plan approved by the Board in February 2024; estimated total charges of $125 million to $165 million ($50-65M office space, $40-55M severance, $35-45M licensor commitments). Charges recorded in FY2024 under this plan: $30M licensor commitments, $29M workforce, $2M office space. No employee count disclosed; actions expected substantially complete by December 31, 2024.
2024-03-31restructuringcompleted2023-09-30Company-wideUSD 3 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		2023 Restructuring Plan (announced in fiscal 2023) was substantially complete by September 30, 2023; only FY2024 activity shown here ($3M workforce charges). Cumulative net charges of $158 million since inception through March 31, 2024; no additional charges expected under this plan.
2024-03-31restructuringin_progress2024-02-012024-12-31GlobalVariousUSD 125 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		2024 Restructuring Plan announced in Feb 2024. Estimated total charges $125M-$165M. Includes office space reductions, employee severance, and licensor commitments. Actions expected to be substantially completed by Dec 31, 2024.
2024-03-31restructuringcompleted2023-02-012023-09-30GlobalVariousUSD 158 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		2023 Restructuring Plan. Net charges incurred through March 31, 2024 were $158M. Actions substantially completed by Sept 30, 2023.
2024-03-31restructuringin_progress2024-02-012024-12-31GlobalAll functionsUSD 125 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		2024 Restructuring Plan announced Feb 2024. Estimated total charges $125M-$165M. Includes headcount reductions and real estate. Employee count not explicitly disclosed.
2024-03-31restructuringcompleted2023-02-012023-09-30GlobalAll functionsUSD 158 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		2023 Restructuring Plan. Net charges incurred through March 31, 2024 were $158M. Substantially completed by Sept 30, 2023. Employee count not explicitly disclosed.
2024-03-31restructuringin_progressUSD 62,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / no-ai-xblr
2023-12-31restructuringcompleted2023-09-30Portfolio rationalization (headcount reductions) and office space reductionsUSD 158 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		2023 Restructuring Plan announced in fiscal 2023; net charges of $158M incurred since inception through 2023-12-31, with actions substantially completed by 2023-09-30. No employee count disclosed. FY2024 YTD charges to operations were $3M (workforce); remaining liability $1M at 2023-12-31. Company does not expect additional charges under this plan.
2023-12-31restructuringcompleted2023-01-012023-09-30GlobalVariousUSD 158 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		2023 Restructuring Plan focused on prioritizing investments to growth opportunities and optimizing real estate portfolio. Actions substantially completed by September 30, 2023. No additional charges expected.
2023-12-31restructuringin_progressUSD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2023-09-30restructuringcompleted2023-032023-09-30USD 158 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		2023 Restructuring Plan: portfolio rationalization with headcount reductions plus office space reductions; no employee count disclosed. Net charges of $158M since inception include workforce ($43M FY2023 + $3M current YTD) and office space components; actions substantially completed by 2023-09-30 and no material future charges expected.
2023-09-30restructuringcompleted2023-01-012023-09-30GlobalVariousUSD 158 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		2023 Restructuring Plan focused on prioritizing investments to growth opportunities and optimizing real estate portfolio. Actions included headcount reductions and office space reductions. Substantially completed by September 30, 2023. Net charges incurred since inception were $158 million. Employee count not explicitly disclosed.
2023-09-30restructuringin_progressUSD 2,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2023-07-01restructuringin_progress2023-032023-09-30USD 158 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		2023 Restructuring Plan includes headcount reductions, portfolio rationalization, and office space reductions; $158M cumulative charges since inception through 2023-06-30; no employee count disclosed
2023-07-01restructuringin_progress2023-01-012023-09-30GlobalVarious (Headcount reductions, Office space reductions)USD 158 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		2023 Restructuring Plan focused on prioritizing investments to growth opportunities and optimizing real estate portfolio. Includes headcount reductions and office space reductions. Total charges incurred since inception through June 30, 2023 were $158 million. Actions expected to be substantially completed by September 30, 2023. Employee count not explicitly disclosed.
2023-06-30restructuringin_progressUSD 1,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2023-04-01restructuringin_progress2023-032023-09-30GlobalPortfolio rationalization and real estate (company-wide)USD 43 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		2023 Restructuring Plan approved by the Board in March 2023; headcount reductions not quantified. FY2023 charges to operations totaled $155M ($68M acquisition-related intangible impairment and other charges, $43M workforce, $44M office space reductions recorded in G&A). Estimated total program charges of $170M to $200M, including $55M to $65M of employee severance and related costs across the full program. Restructuring liability of $35M remained at fiscal year-end.
2023-04-01restructuringin_progress2023-03-312023-09-30GlobalAll functionsUSD 111 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		2023 Restructuring Plan focused on prioritizing investments to growth opportunities and optimizing real estate portfolio. Includes headcount reductions and office space reductions. Total charges incurred in FY2023 were $111 million ($68M impairment, $43M severance/employee-related). Expected to be substantially complete by September 30, 2023.
2023-03-31restructuringin_progress2023-03-312023-09-30GlobalPortfolio rationalization and real estate optimizationUSD 170 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		2023 Restructuring Plan announced in March 2023. Estimated total charges of $170 million to $200 million. Includes $66 million impairment of IP, $55-65 million for severance, $45-55 million for office space reductions, and $5-10 million other charges. Specific employee count not disclosed.
2023-03-31restructuringin_progressUSD 111,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / no-ai-xblr
2022-04-02acquisition_additioncompleted2021-04-292021-04-29GlobalMobilebusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquisition of 100% of Glu Mobile for $2.0 billion net of cash acquired; headcount added not disclosed
2022-04-02acquisition_additioncompleted2021-09-202021-09-20United KingdomMobilebusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquisition of 100% of Playdemic (Golf Clash) for $1.4 billion net of cash acquired; headcount added not disclosed
2022-04-02acquisition_additioncompleted2021-04-29GlobalMobileUSD 2,000 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquisition of Glu Mobile Inc. completed April 29, 2021. Purchase price $2.0 billion net of cash acquired. Headcount not explicitly disclosed.
2022-04-02acquisition_additioncompleted2021-09-20GlobalMobileUSD 1,400 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquisition of Playdemic Limited completed September 20, 2021. Purchase price $1.4 billion net of cash acquired. Headcount not explicitly disclosed.
2021-12-31acquisition_additioncompleted2021-04-292021-04-29GlobalMobilebusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquisition of Glu Mobile for $2.0 billion net of cash acquired; headcount added not disclosed. Replacement awards assumed for Glu employees.
2021-12-31acquisition_additioncompleted2021-09-202021-09-20United KingdomMobilebusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquisition of Playdemic for $1.4 billion net of cash acquired; headcount added not disclosed. Measurement period adjustment recorded during the quarter.
2021-12-31acquisition_additioncompleted2021-02-18United KingdomRacing GamesUSD 1,200 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquisition of Codemasters Group Holdings plc completed. Headcount not explicitly disclosed.
2021-12-31acquisition_additioncompleted2021-04-29GlobalMobile GamesUSD 2,000 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquisition of Glu Mobile Inc. completed. Headcount not explicitly disclosed.
2021-12-31acquisition_additioncompleted2021-09-20United KingdomSports and MobileUSD 1,400 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquisition of Playdemic Limited completed. Headcount not explicitly disclosed.
2021-09-30acquisition_additioncompleted2021-02-18United KingdomRacing GamesUSD 1,200 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquisition of Codemasters Group Holdings plc completed. Headcount not explicitly disclosed.
2021-09-30acquisition_additioncompleted2021-04-29GlobalMobile GamesUSD 2,000 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquisition of Glu Mobile Inc. completed. Headcount not explicitly disclosed.
2021-09-30acquisition_additioncompleted2021-09-20United KingdomSports and MobileUSD 1,400 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquisition of Playdemic Limited completed. Headcount not explicitly disclosed.
2021-07-03acquisition_additioncompleted2021-02-18United KingdomRacing games developmentUSD 1,200 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquisition of Codemasters Group Holdings plc completed Feb 18, 2021 for $1.2B net of cash. Headcount not explicitly disclosed.
2021-07-03acquisition_additioncompleted2021-04-29GlobalMobile games developmentUSD 2,000 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquisition of Glu Mobile Inc. completed Apr 29, 2021 for $2.0B net of cash. Headcount not explicitly disclosed.
2021-07-03acquisition_additionannounced2021-06-23United KingdomMobile games developmentUSD 1,400 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Pending acquisition of Playdemic Limited announced Jun 23, 2021 for $1.4B cash. Expected to close in FY2022.
2021-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted2021-02-182021-02-18United KingdomGame development and publishing (racing)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Total cash consideration of $1.2 billion, net of cash acquired; acquired headcount not disclosed. Integrated for financial reporting in Q4 FY2021
2021-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted2021-04-292021-04-29United StatesMobile games development and publishingsubsequent_events
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Subsequent event after fiscal year-end; cash consideration of approximately $2.3 billion plus assumed unvested equity awards; acquired headcount not disclosed; purchase accounting incomplete at filing
2020-12-31acquisition_additionannounced2020-12-142021-02-28United KingdomGame development and publishing (racing franchises)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		All-cash offer of 604 pence per share, equity value approx. £945 million ($1.3 billion); no headcount figure disclosed for acquired workforce.
2020-12-31acquisition_additionannounced2021-02-082021-06-30United StatesMobile games development and publishingsubsequent_events
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Subsequent-event merger agreement at $12.50/share, equity value approx. $2.4 billion; EA will assume Glu's outstanding unvested equity awards; no headcount figure disclosed.
2019-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted2018-05-032018-05-03IsraelCloud gaming technology developmentUSD 50 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquisition of cloud gaming technology assets and personnel for $50 million cash consideration; headcount added not quantified. Filer also notes one other immaterial acquisition completed during fiscal 2019 without further detail.
2019-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted2018-05-032018-05-03IsraelCloud GamingUSD 50 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Acquired cloud gaming technology assets and personnel from GameFly subsidiary. Total cash consideration $50 million. Headcount not explicitly disclosed.
2019-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted2017-12-012017-12-01United StatesGame DevelopmentUSD 273 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Acquired Respawn Entertainment. Total purchase price $273 million. Headcount not explicitly disclosed in FY2019 filing, but acquisition occurred in prior year.
2019-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted2017-12-012017-12-01GlobalResearch and DevelopmentUSD 273 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquired Respawn Entertainment, LLC. Headcount not explicitly disclosed, but personnel-related costs increased due to headcount increase from this acquisition.
2019-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted2018-05-032018-05-03IsraelResearch and DevelopmentUSD 50 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquired cloud gaming technology assets and personnel from GameFly, Inc. subsidiary.
2018-12-31acquisition_additioncompleted2018-05-03IsraelCloud GamingUSD 50 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquired cloud gaming technology assets and personnel from GameFly, Inc. subsidiary. Headcount not explicitly quantified.
2018-09-30acquisition_additioncompleted2018-05-03IsraelCloud gaming technologybusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquired cloud gaming technology assets and personnel for $50 million cash; no headcount added disclosed. Approximately $4 million in long-term equity granted post-acquisition.
2018-09-30acquisition_additioncompletedbusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		One acquisition completed during the three months ended September 30, 2018, described as not material; no headcount or other details disclosed.
2018-09-30acquisition_additioncompleted2018-05-03IsraelCloud GamingUSD 50 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquired cloud gaming technology assets and personnel from GameFly, Inc. subsidiary. Headcount not explicitly quantified.
2018-06-30acquisition_additioncompleted2018-05-03IsraelCloud gaming technology (R&D)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquisition of cloud gaming technology assets and personnel for $50 million cash; no employee count disclosed. Approximately $4 million in long-term equity (RSUs) granted post-acquisition to certain employees.
2018-06-30acquisition_additioncompleted2018-05-03IsraelCloud Gaming TechnologyUSD 50 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquired cloud gaming technology assets and personnel from GameFly, Inc. subsidiary. Specific headcount not disclosed.
2018-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted2017-12-012017-12-01United StatesGame development (Respawn Entertainment)USD 151 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquisition completed 2017-12-01 for $151M cash plus $122M fair value of contingent consideration (max $140M through end of calendar 2022); $167M in RSUs granted to Respawn employees post-acquisition. Headcount added not disclosed
2018-03-31acquisition_additioncompletedIsraelCloud gaming technologyUSD 50 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Subsequent to fiscal year ended March 31, 2018: acquired cloud gaming technology assets and personnel from a Gamefly subsidiary for ~$50M cash plus up to $4M in RSUs; personnel count not disclosed
2018-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted2017-12-012017-12-01GlobalGame DevelopmentUSD 273 (millions)Item 7: MD&A - Recent Developments
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Completed acquisition of Respawn Entertainment, LLC on December 1, 2017. Total purchase price $273 million ($151 million cash, $167 million equity awards, up to $140 million contingent consideration). Specific headcount added not disclosed.
2018-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted2017-12-012017-12-01GlobalGame DevelopmentUSD 151 (millions)MD&A - Recent Developments
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Completed acquisition of Respawn Entertainment, LLC on Dec 1, 2017. Paid $151M cash and granted $167M in RSUs. Headcount not explicitly disclosed.
2017-12-31acquisition_additioncompleted2017-12-01United StatesGame development (Respawn Entertainment, LLC)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquisition of Respawn Entertainment completed 2017-12-01; employee count added not disclosed. $167M of restricted stock granted to Respawn employees post-acquisition, vesting over four years.
2017-12-31acquisition_additioncompleted2017-12-01USD 151 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquisition of Respawn Entertainment completed Dec 1, 2017. Cash consideration $151M. Specific headcount not disclosed; equity awards granted to employees valued at $167M.
2016-03-31restructuringcompleted2011-04-012016-03-31GlobalPackaged goods businessUSD 0 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Fiscal 2011 restructuring plan focused on licensing and developer agreements. Substantially all exit activities completed by March 31, 2011. All accruals settled by March 31, 2016. No additional charges expected. Employee count not explicitly disclosed for this specific plan in current year footnote, though historical charges included employee-related expenses.
2016-03-31restructuringcompleted2009-04-012016-03-31GlobalVariousUSD 0 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Other restructurings and reorganization based on management decisions in fiscal years 2013 and 2009. Substantially all accruals settled by March 31, 2016. No additional charges expected.
2016-03-31restructuringcompleted2011-04-012016-03-31GlobalVariousUSD 0 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2011 Restructuring plan. Substantially all exit activities completed by March 31, 2011. All accruals settled by March 31, 2016. No additional charges expected.
2016-03-31restructuringcompleted2009-04-012016-03-31GlobalVariousUSD 0 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Other Restructurings and Reorganization (2009 and 2013 plans). Substantially all accruals settled by March 31, 2016. No additional charges expected.
2016-03-31restructuringin_progressUSD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2016-03-31restructuringin_progressFacility Closing [Member] / Other Restructurings And Reorganization Costs [Member]USD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2015-03-31restructuringcompleted2011-07-012015-12-31GlobalPackaged goods businessUSD 11 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Fiscal 2011 restructuring plan. $11 million cash expenditures expected through December 2015. No additional charges expected.
2015-03-31restructuringin_progress2011-04-012015-12-31GlobalPackaged goods businessUSD 11 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2011 restructuring plan. $11 million accrual as of March 31, 2015, expected to be settled by December 2015. No additional charges expected.
2015-03-31restructuringin_progress2013-04-012020-04-30GlobalOtherUSD 1 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Other restructurings and reorganization (FY2013 and FY2009 plans). $1 million accrual as of March 31, 2015, expected to be settled by April 2020. No additional charges expected.
2015-03-31restructuringin_progressUSD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2015-03-31restructuringin_progressOther Restructuring Costs [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Eleven Restructuring [Member]USD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2015-03-31restructuringin_progressOther Restructuring Costs [Member] / Other Restructurings and Reorganization [Member]USD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2015-03-31restructuringin_progressEmployee Severance [Member] / Other Restructurings And Reorganization Costs [Member]USD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2015-03-31restructuringin_progressFacility Closing [Member] / Other Restructurings And Reorganization Costs [Member]USD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2014-12-31restructuringin_progress2010-04-012015-12-31GlobalLicensing and developer agreementsUSD 25 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2011 Restructuring plan. $25 million accrual as of Dec 31, 2014 expected to be settled by Dec 2015. No additional charges expected.
2014-12-31restructuringin_progress2012-04-012020-04-30GlobalOther restructurings and reorganizationUSD 2 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Other Restructurings and Reorganization. $2 million accrual as of Dec 31, 2014 expected to be settled by April 2020. No additional charges expected.
2014-12-31restructuringin_progressUSD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2014-12-31restructuringin_progressOther Restructuring Costs [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Eleven Restructuring [Member]USD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2014-12-31restructuringin_progressOther Restructuring Costs [Member] / Other Restructurings and Reorganization [Member]USD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2014-12-31restructuringin_progressFacility Closing [Member] / Other Restructurings And Reorganization Costs [Member]USD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2014-09-30restructuringin_progress2011-01-012015-12-31GlobalPackaged goods businessUSD 15 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2011 Restructuring plan. $15M settled in cash during the six months ended Sept 30, 2014. Remaining accrual of $32M expected to be settled by Dec 2015. No additional charges expected.
2014-09-30restructuringin_progress2013-01-012020-04-30GlobalVariousUSD 0 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Other Restructurings and Reorganization (FY 2013 and 2009 plans). No charges or cash settlements in the current period. Remaining accrual of $3M expected to be settled by April 2020.
2014-09-30restructuringin_progressFacility Closing [Member] / Other Restructurings And Reorganization Costs [Member]USD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2014-09-30restructuringin_progressOther Restructuring Costs [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Eleven Restructuring [Member]USD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2014-09-30restructuringin_progressUSD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2014-06-30restructuringin_progress2010-04-012015-12-31GlobalPackaged goods businessUSD 7 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2011 Restructuring plan. $40 million accrual balance as of June 30, 2014. $7 million settled in cash during the quarter. No additional charges expected.
2014-06-30restructuringin_progress2012-04-012020-04-30GlobalVariousUSD 0 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Other Restructurings and Reorganization (FY 2013 and FY 2009 plans). $3 million accrual balance as of June 30, 2014. No charges or cash settlements in the quarter.
2014-06-30restructuringin_progressOther Restructuring Costs [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Eleven Restructuring [Member]USD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2014-06-30restructuringin_progressOther Restructuring Costs [Member] / Other Restructurings and Reorganization [Member]USD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2014-06-30restructuringin_progressFacility Closing [Member] / Other Restructurings And Reorganization Costs [Member]USD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2014-06-30restructuringin_progressUSD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2014-03-31restructuringin_progress2010-04-012016-06-30Not specifiedLicensing and developer agreements; limited workforce and facilities actionsrestructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Multi-year program announced in fiscal 2011; cumulative charges of $172 million through March 31, 2014. FY2014 activity limited to settlements of approximately $11 million in cash and a net $(1) million charge to operations; no employees-affected count disclosed for FY2014. Remaining accrual of $47 million expected to be settled by June 2016.
2014-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted2014-03-31Not specifiedNot specifiedbusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		One acquisition completed during fiscal 2014; filer states it did not have a significant impact on the financial statements. Headcount added not disclosed.
2014-03-31restructuringcompleted2013-04-012014-03-31GlobalVariousUSD 1 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Fiscal 2013 restructuring plan charges of $1 million in FY2014. Employee count not disclosed for FY2014 activity.
2014-03-31restructuringcompleted2013-04-012014-03-31GlobalVariousUSD 23 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2013 restructuring plan completed during fiscal 2013. Total charges incurred through March 31, 2014 were $23 million, consisting of $10 million employee-related expenses, $9 million license termination costs, and $4 million facility closure costs.
2014-03-31restructuringin_progressOther Restructuring Costs [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Eleven Restructuring [Member]USD -2,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2014-03-31restructuringin_progressUSD -1,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2014-03-31restructuringin_progressFacility Closing [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Thirteen Restructuring [Member]USD 1,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2013-12-31restructuringin_progress2012-04-012016-06-30GlobalVariousUSD -2 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2011 restructuring plan. Nine months ended Dec 31, 2013 charges were $(2) million. Accrual of $53 million expected to be settled by June 2016. Employee count not disclosed for current period activity.
2013-12-31restructuringcompleted2012-04-012016-08-31GlobalVariousUSD 1 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2013 restructuring plan. Three months ended Dec 31, 2013 charges were $1 million (facilities-related). Plan actions completed in FY2013; remaining accrual of $1 million for license/lease termination costs to be settled by Aug 2016. Employee count not disclosed for current period activity.
2013-12-31restructuringin_progressOther Restructuring Costs [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Eleven Restructuring [Member]USD -3,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2013-12-31restructuringin_progressFacility Closing [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Thirteen Restructuring [Member]USD 1,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2013-12-31restructuringin_progressUSD -2,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2013-12-31restructuringin_progressEmployee Severance [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Thirteen Restructuring [Member]USD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2013-12-31restructuringin_progressFacility Closing [Member] / Other Restructurings and Reorganization [Member]USD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2013-12-31restructuringin_progressOther Restructuring Costs [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Thirteen Restructuring [Member]USD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2013-09-30restructuringin_progress2010-06-302016-06-30Packaged goods business — licensing and developer agreementsUSD 172 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Cumulative charges of $172M since inception through September 30, 2013; $54M accrual remains, expected settled by June 2016, including ~$8M future interest accretion. Employee counts not disclosed; charges comprise license/developer agreement amendments, intangible impairments, and $12M employee-related costs. Announcement date approximate (fiscal year 2011).
2013-09-30restructuringcompleted2012-06-302013-03-31Company-wide — digital transformation cost alignmentUSD 23 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		All actions completed during fiscal year 2013 (prior to this quarter); $23M cumulative charges ($10M employee-related, $9M license terminations, $4M facilities). ~$2M of license/lease termination costs remain payable by August 2016. Workforce reduction counts not disclosed. Announcement date approximate (fiscal year 2013).
2013-09-30acquisition_additioncompletedbusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		One acquisition completed during the six months ended September 30, 2013; filer states it did not have a significant impact on the financial statements. Headcount added not disclosed.
2013-09-30restructuringcompleted2012-04-012013-03-31GlobalVariousUSD 23 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2013 restructuring plan to align cost structure with digital transformation. Included workforce reductions, license terminations, and facility closures. Completed in FY2013. Total charges incurred through Sept 30, 2013 were $23 million ($10M employee-related, $9M license termination, $4M facility closure).
2013-09-30restructuringin_progress2010-04-012016-06-30GlobalVariousUSD 172 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2011 restructuring plan focused on licensing and developer agreements. Included workforce reductions and facility closures through March 2011. Total charges incurred through Sept 30, 2013 were $172 million ($129M licensing/intangible impairment, $31M developer agreements, $12M employee-related). Expected total charges $180M-$185M by June 2016.
2013-09-30restructuringin_progressFacility Closing [Member] / Other Restructurings and Reorganization [Member]USD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2013-09-30restructuringin_progressUSD -1,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2013-09-30restructuringin_progressOther Restructuring Costs [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Eleven Restructuring [Member]USD -2,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2013-09-30restructuringin_progressOther Restructuring Costs [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Thirteen Restructuring [Member]USD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2013-09-30restructuringin_progressFacility Closing [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Thirteen Restructuring [Member]USD 1,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2013-09-30restructuringin_progressEmployee Severance [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Thirteen Restructuring [Member]USD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2013-06-30restructuringcompleted2012-04-012013-03-31GlobalVariousUSD 1 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2013 restructuring plan completed in FY2013. Q2 FY2014 charges of $1M recorded. Total charges since inception $22M including $10M employee-related expenses. Substantially all costs settled by March 31, 2013.
2013-06-30restructuringin_progress2010-04-012016-06-30GlobalVariousUSD 1 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2011 restructuring plan. Q2 FY2014 charges of $1M recorded. Total charges since inception $175M. Accrual of $57M expected to be settled by June 2016.
2013-06-30restructuringin_progressFacility Closing [Member] / Other Restructurings and Reorganization [Member]USD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2013-06-30restructuringin_progressUSD 1,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2013-06-30restructuringin_progressOther Restructuring Costs [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Eleven Restructuring [Member]USD 1,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2013-06-30restructuringin_progressOther Restructuring Costs [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Thirteen Restructuring [Member]USD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2013-06-30restructuringin_progressFacility Closing [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Thirteen Restructuring [Member]USD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2013-06-30restructuringin_progressEmployee Severance [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Thirteen Restructuring [Member]USD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
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2013-03-31restructuringcompleted2012-05-072013-03-31GlobalCompany-wideUSD 22 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Program to align cost structure with digital transformation; comprised $10M employee-related, $9M license termination and $3M facility closure costs. All actions completed by 2013-03-31; headcount reductions not quantified. Approximately $3M of license/lease termination costs remain payable through August 2016.
2013-03-31acquisition_additioncompletedbusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		One acquisition completed during fiscal 2013; filer states it did not have a significant impact on the financial statements. No headcount added is disclosed.
2013-03-31restructuringcompleted2012-05-072013-03-31GlobalVariousUSD 22 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Fiscal 2013 restructuring plan announced May 7, 2012. Completed as of March 31, 2013. Charges of $22 million incurred, consisting of $10 million employee-related expenses, $9 million license termination costs, and $3 million facility closure costs.
2013-03-31restructuringcompleted2012-05-072013-03-31GlobalAll LabelsUSD 22 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2013 restructuring plan to align cost structure with digital transformation. Includes workforce reduction, license terminations, and facility closures. Completed as of March 31, 2013. Employee-related expenses were $10 million.
2013-03-31restructuringin_progress2011-04-012016-06-30GlobalPackaged GoodsUSD 6 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2011 restructuring plan. Charges incurred in FY2013 were $6 million. Plan focuses on licensing and developer agreement amendments. Expected to incur cash expenditures through June 2016.
2013-03-31restructuringin_progressFacility Closing [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Thirteen Restructuring [Member]USD 3,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / no-ai-xblr
2013-03-31restructuringin_progressOther Restructuring Costs [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Thirteen Restructuring [Member]USD 9,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / no-ai-xblr
2013-03-31restructuringin_progressEmployee Severance [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Thirteen Restructuring [Member]USD 10,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / no-ai-xblr
2013-03-31restructuringin_progressFacility Closing [Member] / Other Restructurings And Reorganization Costs [Member]USD -1,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / no-ai-xblr
2013-03-31restructuringin_progressOther Restructuring Costs [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Eleven Restructuring [Member]USD 6,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / no-ai-xblr
2013-03-31restructuringin_progressUSD 27,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / no-ai-xblr
2012-12-31restructuringcompleted2012-05-072012-12-31USD 23 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Fiscal 2013 plan to align cost structure with digital transformation; included workforce reductions, license terminations, and facility closures. Charges since inception: $10M employee-related, $9M license termination, $4M facilities. All actions completed as of 2012-12-31; no employee count disclosed.
2012-12-31restructuringcompleted2012-05-072012-12-31GlobalVarious (Workforce, Facilities, Licensing)USD 23 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2013 Restructuring plan announced May 7, 2012. Actions completed as of Dec 31, 2012. Charges include $10M employee-related, $9M license termination, $4M facility closure.
2012-12-31restructuringin_progress2010-05-012016-06-30GlobalPackaged Goods BusinessUSD 27 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2011 Restructuring plan. YTD charges of $27M for nine months ended Dec 31, 2012. Includes licensing amendments and intangible asset impairments. Accrual of $64M remains.
2012-12-31restructuringin_progressOther Reorganizational Costs [Member] / Other Restructurings and Reorganization [Member]USD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2012-12-31restructuringin_progressFacility Closing [Member] / Other Restructurings and Reorganization [Member]USD -1,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2012-12-31restructuringin_progressEmployee Severance [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Eleven Restructuring [Member]USD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2012-12-31restructuringin_progressOther Reorganizational Costs [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Eleven Restructuring [Member]USD 5,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2012-12-31restructuringin_progressOther Reorganizational Costs [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Thirteen Restructuring [Member]USD 9,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2012-12-31restructuringin_progressUSD 27,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2012-12-31restructuringin_progressFacility Closing [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Thirteen Restructuring [Member]USD 4,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2012-12-31restructuringin_progressEmployee Severance [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Thirteen Restructuring [Member]USD 10,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2012-09-30restructuringin_progress2012-05-072013-03-31GlobalEnterprise-wide (cost structure aligned to digital transformation)USD 22 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Charges since inception through 2012-09-30: $11M employee-related, $9M license termination, $2M facilities. No employee count disclosed. Majority of actions completed by quarter end; ~$3M additional facility closure costs expected in quarter ended 2012-12-31. Substantially all costs settled in cash by 2013-03-31 except ~$4M license/lease termination costs settled by May 2016.
2012-09-30restructuringin_progress2016-06-30GlobalPackaged goods business (licensing and developer agreements)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Legacy plan announced in fiscal year 2011; $75M accrual remains at 2012-09-30, expected to be settled by June 2016. Cumulative charges of $171M since inception; total expected charges of $180M-$185M. No employee count disclosed; exit activities substantially completed by March 31, 2011.
2012-09-30restructuringin_progress2012-05-072016-05-31GlobalVarious (Workforce, Facilities, Licensing)USD 22 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2013 restructuring plan announced May 7, 2012. Charges incurred through Sept 30, 2012 include $11M employee-related, $9M license termination, $2M facility closure. Majority of actions completed by Sept 30, 2012. Additional $3M facility costs expected by Dec 31, 2012. Remaining costs settled by May 2016.
2012-09-30restructuringin_progress2011-01-012016-06-30GlobalPackaged Goods BusinessUSD 3 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2011 restructuring plan. Charges incurred in current period (6 months ended Sept 30, 2012) were $3M. Total charges since inception $171M. Accrual of $75M expected to be settled by June 2016.
2012-09-30restructuringin_progressEmployee Severance [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Eleven Restructuring [Member]USD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2012-09-30restructuringin_progressOther Reorganizational Costs [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Eleven Restructuring [Member]USD 3,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2012-09-30restructuringin_progressEmployee Severance [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Thirteen Restructuring [Member]USD 11,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2012-09-30restructuringin_progressFacility Closing [Member] / Other Restructurings and Reorganization [Member]USD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2012-09-30restructuringin_progressUSD 25,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2012-09-30restructuringin_progressOther Reorganizational Costs [Member] / Other Restructurings and Reorganization [Member]USD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2012-09-30restructuringin_progressOther Reorganizational Costs [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Thirteen Restructuring [Member]USD 9,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2012-09-30restructuringin_progressFacility Closing [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Thirteen Restructuring [Member]USD 2,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2012-06-30restructuringin_progress2012-05-072012-09-30GlobalEnterprise-wideUSD 33 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Plan announced 2012-05-07 to align cost structure with digital transformation: workforce reductions, license terminations, facility consolidations/closures. $26M incurred through 2012-06-30 ($16M employee-related, $9M license termination, $1M facilities). Total expected cost $31M-$35M, of which ~$22M future cash. No employee count disclosed.
2012-06-30plant_closurein_progress2012-05-072012-09-30GlobalFacilitiesUSD 7 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Facility consolidation/closure component of the fiscal 2013 restructuring plan. $1M charged in Q1 FY2013; total facilities-related cost estimated at $6M-$8M. Sub-component of the consolidated restructuring program.
2012-06-30restructuringin_progress2012-05-072012-09-30GlobalVarious (Workforce reduction, license terminations, facility closures)USD 26 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2013 Restructuring announced May 7, 2012. Charges incurred through June 30, 2012 were $26 million ($16M employee-related, $9M license termination, $1M facilities). Total expected costs $31M-$35M. Majority of actions expected to be completed by Sept 30, 2012. Employee count affected not explicitly disclosed.
2012-06-30restructuringin_progressOther Reorganizational Costs [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Eleven Restructuring [Member]USD 1,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2012-06-30restructuringin_progressUSD 27,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2012-06-30restructuringin_progressEmployee Severance [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Eleven Restructuring [Member]USD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2012-06-30restructuringin_progressOther Reorganizational Costs [Member] / Other Restructurings and Reorganization [Member]USD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2012-06-30restructuringin_progressOther Reorganizational Costs [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Thirteen Restructuring [Member]USD 9,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2012-06-30restructuringin_progressFacility Closing [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Thirteen Restructuring [Member]USD 1,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2012-06-30restructuringin_progressFacility Closing [Member] / Other Restructurings and Reorganization [Member]USD 0 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2012-06-30restructuringin_progressEmployee Severance [Member] / Fiscal Two Thousand And Thirteen Restructuring [Member]USD 16,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2012-03-31restructuringannounced2012-05-072012-09-30Not specifiedCompany-wide; aligned with digital transformationUSD 40 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Announced after fiscal year-end; approximately $40M total costs, of which about $31M cash: severance/employee costs ~$23M, license termination ~$11M, other ~$6M; all charges expected in fiscal year ending March 31, 2013; headcount reduction not quantified
2012-03-31restructuringin_progress2016-06-30Not specifiedPackaged goods business; licensing and developer agreementsUSD 16 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Fiscal 2011 plan; $16M is total restructuring and other charges recognized in fiscal 2012 across all plans (includes a $10M gain on the Chertsey facility sale); $75M accrual outstanding at fiscal year-end, expected to be settled by June 2016; cumulative charges of $168M since plan inception; employees affected not disclosed
2012-03-31plant_closurecompleted2011-08Chertsey, EnglandFacility closure under fiscal 2008 reorganizationrestructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Sale of Chertsey facility completed August 2011 for $26M with a $10M gain recognized in fiscal 2012 restructuring and other charges; associated workforce reduction not quantified
2012-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted2011-08-31United StatesCasual/social games (PopCap Games Inc.)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquired August 2011 for $732M total purchase price; headcount added not disclosed; up to $50M of long-term equity retention awards granted to PopCap employees over four years
2012-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted2012-03-31United StatesSocial games (KlickNation and three other fiscal 2012 acquisitions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		KlickNation acquired November 2011 plus three other fiscal 2012 acquisitions for approximately $55M total cash consideration; headcount added not disclosed
2012-03-31restructuringannounced2012-05-072012-09-30GlobalAll segmentsUSD 40 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Announced May 7, 2012 to align cost structure with digital transformation. Includes severance ($23M), license termination ($11M), and other costs ($6M). Majority of actions expected completed by Sept 30, 2012.
2012-03-31restructuringcompleted2011-04-032011-03-31GlobalPackaged goods businessUSD 161 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Fiscal 2011 restructuring plan focused on licensing/developer agreements. Substantially all exit activities completed by March 31, 2011.
2012-03-31restructuringin_progress2011-04-022016-06-30GlobalPackaged goods businessUSD 16 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2011 restructuring plan. $16M charges incurred in FY2012. Total expected charges $180M-$185M by June 2016. Employee count not explicitly disclosed for FY2012 activity.
2012-03-31restructuringin_progress2010-04-032013-02-28GlobalBusiness support functionsrestructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2010 restructuring plan. No additional charges expected. $1M accrual remaining as of March 31, 2012.
2012-03-31restructuringin_progress2009-04-042016-09-30GlobalWorldwide workforcerestructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2009 restructuring plan. No additional charges expected. $2M accrual remaining as of March 31, 2012.
2012-03-31restructuringannounced2012-05-072012-09-30GlobalDigital transformationUSD 40 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2013 restructuring plan announced May 7, 2012. Anticipated $40M total costs, $31M cash expenditures. Includes severance, license termination, and other costs.
2012-03-31restructuringin_progressUSD 1,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / no-ai-xblr
2011-12-31acquisition_additioncompleted2011-08-01GlobalEA Brands Segmentbusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		PopCap acquired August 2011 for $732M total purchase price; no headcount figure disclosed. Up to $50M in equity retention arrangements granted to PopCap employees over four years.
2011-12-31acquisition_additioncompleted2011-11-01GlobalEA Brands Segmentbusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		KlickNation acquired November 2011 along with three other acquisitions totaling approximately $55M cash consideration; no headcount figures disclosed.
2011-12-31restructuringin_progress2010-04-032016-06-30GlobalPackaged goods businessUSD 17 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2011 restructuring plan focused on licensing and developer agreements. $17M charge in Q3 FY2012 primarily for interest accretion. Total expected charges $180M-$185M by June 2016. Employee-related costs component is $12M total, but specific headcount affected is not disclosed in this period.
2011-12-31restructuringin_progress2009-04-042012-03-31GlobalProduct portfoliorestructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2010 restructuring plan. No additional charges expected. Accrual of $4M expected to be settled by March 2012. Original plan reduced workforce by approx 1,100 employees, but this occurred in prior periods.
2011-12-31restructuringin_progress2008-04-052016-09-30GlobalCost reductionrestructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2009 restructuring plan. No additional charges expected. Accrual of $2M expected to be settled by September 2016. Original plan reduced workforce by approx 1,100 employees, but this occurred in prior periods.
2011-12-31plant_closurecompleted2007-12-012011-08-01EnglandFacilitiesUSD -10 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Sale of facility in Chertsey, England completed in August 2011. Recognized gain of $10M. Part of Fiscal 2008 Reorganization.
2011-09-30acquisition_additioncompleted2011-08-01United StatesEA Brands SegmentUSD 732 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquired all outstanding shares for $645M cash and $87M in stock; up to $50M in equity retention awards for PopCap employees over four years. Headcount added not disclosed.
2011-09-30plant_closurecompleted2011-08-01United Kingdomrestructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Sale of Chertsey, England facility completed August 2011 for $26M; $10M gain recognized in restructuring and other charges. Employees affected not disclosed.
2011-09-30restructuringin_progress2010-04-012016-06-30GlobalLicensing and developer agreementsUSD 17 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2011 restructuring plan. Charges incurred through Sept 30, 2011 total $164M. Expected total charges $180M-$185M by June 2016. Employee-related costs component is $12M. Specific headcount affected in this period not disclosed.
2011-09-30restructuringin_progress2009-04-012013-09-30GlobalProduct portfolio and facilitiesUSD 11 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2010 restructuring plan. Charges incurred through Sept 30, 2011 total $140M. Expected total charges ~$145M by March 2012. Employee-related costs component is $62M. Specific headcount affected in this period not disclosed.
2011-09-30restructuringcompleted2008-04-012016-09-30GlobalCost reductionUSD 0 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2009 restructuring plan. Charges incurred through March 31, 2011 total $55M. No additional charges expected. Employee-related costs component is $33M. Specific headcount affected in this period not disclosed.
2011-09-30plant_closurecompleted2007-12-012011-08-01Chertsey, EnglandFacilitiesUSD -10 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Sale of facility in Chertsey, England completed in August 2011 for $26M, recognizing a gain of $10M. Included in restructuring and other charges.
2011-07-02restructuringin_progress2010-04-012016-06-30GlobalPackaged goods businessUSD 18 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2011 Restructuring: Charges incurred in Q1 FY2012 primarily due to adjustments to estimated loss for amendment of licensing agreements. Total expected charges $180M-$190M by June 2016. Employee-related costs approx $15M total.
2011-07-02restructuringin_progress2009-04-012013-09-30GlobalCorporateUSD 0 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2010 Restructuring: No charges incurred in Q1 FY2012. Accrual of $8M remains. Plan involved reduction of approx 1,100 employees.
2011-07-02restructuringcompleted2008-04-012016-09-30GlobalCorporateUSD 0 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2009 Restructuring: No charges incurred in Q1 FY2012. Accrual of $2M remains. Plan involved reduction of approx 1,100 employees.
2011-04-02restructuringcompleted2010-12-312011-03-31Not specifiedPackaged goods business — licensing and developer agreementsUSD 148 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Cumulative charges since plan inception through 2011-03-31: $104M licensing agreement amendments and intangible impairments, $31M developer agreement amendments, $13M employee-related expenses. Workforce reductions and facilities closures were a smaller component; headcount affected not disclosed. Substantially all exit activities completed by 2011-03-31; total program expected to reach $170-180M by June 2016, including ~$21M future interest accretion
2011-04-02restructuringin_progress2009-12-312012-03-31Not specifiedBusiness support functionsUSD 13 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Current-fiscal-year activity only: $13M of charges incurred in fiscal 2011 under the fiscal 2010 restructuring plan, primarily for business support function reorganization. The fiscal 2010 plan itself reduced workforce by approximately 1,100 employees in the prior fiscal year (not extracted). Less than $10M of additional charges anticipated in fiscal 2012
2011-04-02acquisition_additioncompleted2010-10-312010-10-31Not specifiedMobile games publishing (Chillingo Limited)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Chillingo Limited acquired in October 2010 for cash plus contingent consideration up to $110M through 2014-03-31; headcount added not disclosed and acquisition described as not significant to the financial statements
2011-04-02restructuringcompleted2011-02-012011-03-31WorldwidePackaged goods businessUSD 148 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2011 Restructuring Plan. Substantially all exit activities completed by March 31, 2011. Charges include $104M licensing/intangible impairment, $31M developer agreement amendments, and $13M employee-related expenses. Specific headcount reduction not disclosed, only 'workforce reductions' mentioned.
2011-04-02restructuringcompleted2010-04-012011-03-31WorldwideBusiness support functionsUSD 13 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2010 Restructuring Plan. Incurred $13M in FY2011 primarily for reorganization of business support functions. Original plan reduced workforce by ~1,100 employees in FY2010.
2011-03-31restructuringcompleted2011-02-012011-03-31GlobalPackaged goods businessUSD 148 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Plan focused on restructuring licensing and developer agreements. Included workforce reductions and facilities closures. Substantially all exit activities completed by March 31, 2011. Charges of $148 million incurred, including $13 million in employee-related expenses. Specific headcount not disclosed.
2011-03-31restructuringin_progress2010-04-012012-03-31GlobalBusiness support functionsUSD 13 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Continuation of fiscal 2010 restructuring plan. Incurred $13 million in charges during fiscal 2011 primarily for costs to assist in reorganization of business support functions. Total expected charges approx $135 million. Specific headcount for 2011 activity not disclosed.
2010-12-31restructuringin_progress2010-12-312016-06-30GlobalPackaged goods business; licensing and developer agreements, with lesser workforce reductions and facilities closuresUSD 151 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Announced during the quarter (exact date not stated); $151M incurred through 2010-12-31, including $16M employee-related; total expected $170M-$180M by June 2016; no employee count disclosed.
2010-12-31restructuringin_progress1,1002010-04-012012-03-31GlobalCorporate-wide; product portfolio narrowing, facility consolidationUSD 11 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		1,100 figure is cumulative since plan inception in fiscal 2010, majority completed by 2010-03-31; $11M additional charges in nine months ended 2010-12-31; announcement_date is approximate (plan announced in fiscal 2010).
2010-12-31acquisition_additioncompleted2010-10-01United KingdomChillingo Limited — mobile games publishingbusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		All outstanding shares of Chillingo acquired for cash in October 2010; headcount added not disclosed; announcement_date is month-level approximation.
2010-12-31restructuringin_progress2010-12-312011-03-31GlobalPackaged goods businessUSD 16 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2011 Restructuring: Workforce reductions and facilities closures. $16 million in employee-related expenses incurred through Dec 31, 2010. Substantially all exit activities completed in Q3.
2010-12-31restructuringcompleted1,1002009-04-012010-03-31GlobalGlobalUSD 62 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2010 Restructuring: Reduced workforce by approximately 1,100 employees. Majority of actions completed by March 31, 2010. $62 million in employee-related expenses incurred since inception.
2010-12-31restructuringcompleted1,1002008-04-012009-03-31GlobalGlobalUSD 33 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2009 Restructuring: Reduction in worldwide workforce of approximately 11 percent, or 1,100 employees. $33 million in employee-related expenses incurred since inception.
2010-09-30restructuringcompleted1,1002010-03-31GlobalCorporate-wideUSD 124 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Workforce cut of about 1,100 plus facility consolidations and title eliminations; most actions done by 2010-03-31. $16M accrual remains, expected settled by September 2013; $8M additional charges anticipated in H2 FY2011; total program cost projected at $135M-$140M by 2012-03-31.
2010-09-30restructuringannounced2010-10-292011-03-31GlobalPackaged goods business — licensing and development agreementsUSD 180 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Board-approved plan to restructure key licensing and development agreements; up to about $180M in H2 FY2011 costs (up to ~$166M agreement restructuring plus ~$14M other charges), mostly future cash expenditures. No employee count disclosed; announced 2010-11-02 per MD&A.
2010-09-30restructuringin_progress1,1002009-04-012012-03-31WorldwideVariousUSD 124 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2010 Restructuring: Reduced workforce by approx. 1,100 employees. Cumulative charges of $124M incurred through Sept 30, 2010. Total expected charges $135M-$140M by March 31, 2012.
2010-09-30restructuringcompleted1,1002008-04-012010-09-30WorldwideVariousUSD 55 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2009 Restructuring: Reduced workforce by approx. 1,100 employees. Cumulative charges of $55M incurred through Sept 30, 2010. No additional charges expected.
2010-09-30restructuringcompleted2007-06-012010-09-30WorldwideVariousUSD 141 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2008 Reorganization: Reorganized business into new divisions. Cumulative charges of $141M incurred through Sept 30, 2010. No additional charges expected.
2010-09-30restructuringannounced2010-11-02WorldwidePackaged Goods PortfolioUSD 180 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Announced Nov 2, 2010: Plan to restructure key licensing and development agreements. Expect to incur restructuring charges of up to approx. $180M in second half of fiscal 2011.
2010-09-30restructuringin_progressUSD 8,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2010-07-03restructuringin_progress1,1002012-03-31USD 118 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Headcount and charge are cumulative since program inception through June 30, 2010; program narrowed product portfolio, consolidated/closed facilities, eliminated titles. Majority of actions completed by March 31, 2010. $2 million charged in the quarter; $18 million accrual expected settled by September 2013; total expected charges of $135-140 million by March 31, 2012. Announcement date not stated in this filing.
2010-07-03restructuringcompleted1,10011%USD 55 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Approximately 11 percent worldwide workforce reduction plus closure of 10 facilities; charges cumulative since inception through June 30, 2010. No additional charges expected under this plan; $3 million accrual expected settled by September 2016. Announcement date not stated in this filing.
2010-07-03restructuringin_progress2009-10-012012-03-31GlobalVariousUSD 2 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2010 Restructuring plan announced in FY2010 to narrow product portfolio. Total plan cost estimated at $135M-$140M by March 2012. Q1 FY2011 charges of $2M primarily for facility closures and IT costs. No specific headcount reduction disclosed for this quarter's activity, though plan originally included reduction of approx 1,100 employees.
2010-07-03restructuringin_progress2008-10-012016-09-30GlobalVariousUSD 0 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2009 Restructuring and Fiscal 2008 Reorganization plans. No additional charges incurred in Q1 FY2011. Plans previously included workforce reductions of approx 1,100 employees (FY2009) and reorganization into new Labels (FY2008).
2010-06-30restructuringin_progressUSD 2,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2010-03-31restructuringin_progress1,2002012-03-31GlobalCompany-wide (narrowing of product portfolio across Labels)USD 116 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Fiscal 2010 plan reduced workforce by approximately 1,200 employees; $116 million of charges incurred from inception through March 31, 2010 (total FY2010 restructuring charges were $140 million including prior-plan activity). Majority of actions completed by March 31, 2010; $15-20 million of additional charges expected in fiscal 2011, with total program charges of $140-145 million expected by March 31, 2012. Announcement date not specified beyond 'fiscal year 2010'.
2010-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted2009-11-092009-11-09Global (Playfish entities in United States, United Kingdom, China and Norway)EA Interactive — Playfish (social games)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquired all outstanding shares of Playfish Limited for approximately $308 million in cash and equity, plus contingent consideration of up to $100 million (fair value $63 million at acquisition). Headcount added through the acquisition is not disclosed.
2010-03-31restructuringcompleted1,2002009-04-012010-03-31GlobalVariousUSD 116 (millions)Item 1 - Business: Significant Business Developments
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Reduced workforce by approximately 1,200 employees. Majority of actions completed by March 31, 2010. Charges incurred through March 31, 2010 were $116 million.
2010-03-31restructuringcompleted1,2002010-03-312012-03-31WorldwideVariousUSD 140 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2010 Restructuring Plan: reduced workforce by approximately 1,200 employees. Majority of actions completed by March 31, 2010. Total expected charges between $140 million and $145 million by March 31, 2012.
2010-03-31restructuringin_progressUSD 140,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / no-ai-xblr
2009-12-31restructuringin_progress1,3502010-03-31WorldwideCorporate-wide (product portfolio narrowing)USD 96 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Announced during the quarter ended December 31, 2009; exact announcement date not disclosed. Plan covers workforce reduction of approximately 1,350 employees, facility consolidations/closures, title eliminations, and IT/reorganization costs. $96M incurred through 2009-12-31 (including $63M employee-related severance); $35-40M more expected in remainder of FY2010; total program expected at $150-155M by 2012-03-31. Majority of actions expected complete by 2010-03-31.
2009-12-31acquisition_additioncompleted2009-11-09United KingdomSocial gaming (Playfish)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquisition of Playfish Limited completed 2009-11-09 for approximately $308M in cash and equity; headcount added through the acquisition is not disclosed in this filing.
2009-12-31restructuringin_progress1,3502009-12-312010-03-31GlobalVariousUSD 96 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2010 Restructuring: Plan to narrow product portfolio. Includes workforce reduction of approx 1,350 employees, facility closures, and title eliminations. $96M incurred through Dec 31, 2009 ($63M employee-related, $27M IP/other, $6M facilities). Majority of actions expected completed by March 31, 2010.
2009-12-31restructuringcompleted1,1002008-10-012016-09-30GlobalVariousUSD 55 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2009 Restructuring: Cost reduction plan including 11% workforce reduction (1,100 employees) and closure of 10 facilities. $55M incurred through Dec 31, 2009. Accrual of $6M expected settled by Sept 2016.
2009-12-31restructuringcompleted2007-10-01GlobalVariousUSD 141 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2008 Reorganization: Reorganization into new Labels. $141M incurred through Dec 31, 2009 ($12M employee-related, $83M facility closure/impairment, $46M other). No additional charges expected.
2009-12-31restructuringin_progressUSD 120,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2009-09-30restructuringin_progress1,10011%20082010-03-31WorldwideCompany-wideUSD 52 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Cost reduction plan announced in fiscal 2009: roughly 11% worldwide workforce reduction (about 1,100 employees), closure of 10 facilities, plus cuts to variable costs and capex. $52M incurred through 2009-09-30; total expected $52M-$55M by March 2010. Remaining $8M accrual expected to settle by September 2016. Announcement month not specified in filing.
2009-09-30restructuringin_progress2007-062010-03-31Worldwide (incl. Chertsey, England; Chicago, Illinois)Corporate reorganization into Labels (EA SPORTS, EA Games, EA Play, EA Interactive)USD 140 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Reorganization plan announced June 2007, Board-approved October 2007. $140M incurred through 2009-09-30 (incl. $12M employee-related, $83M facility closure, $45M other); total expected $141M-$145M by March 2010. Employee headcount affected not disclosed. $2M accrual remains, expected settled by March 2010.
2009-09-30restructuringannounced1,3002009-11-062010-03-31WorldwideCompany-wide (product portfolio narrowing; title eliminations; facility consolidation)USD 150 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Plan initiated 2009-11-06, after quarter end: reduce workforce by approximately 1,300 employees, consolidate/close facilities, eliminate certain titles, IT and reorganization costs. Total costs expected $130M-$150M, of which $80M-$90M cash; $100M-$120M expected in fiscal year ending 2010-03-31. Majority of actions expected complete by 2010-03-31.
2009-09-30restructuringin_progress1,1002008-04-012010-03-31WorldwideAll functionsUSD 52 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2009 Restructuring: reduction of worldwide workforce by approximately 11 percent, or 1,100 employees. Cumulative charges incurred through Sept 30, 2009 were $52 million. Expected total charges between $52 million and $55 million by March 2010.
2009-09-30restructuringin_progress2007-06-012010-03-31WorldwideAll functionsUSD 140 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2008 Reorganization: reorganization into new Labels. Cumulative charges incurred through Sept 30, 2009 were $140 million. Expected total charges between $141 million and $145 million by March 2010. Employee count not explicitly stated for this specific plan in the footnote, though it involved facility closures and reorganization.
2009-09-30restructuringannounced1,3002009-11-062010-03-31WorldwideAll functionsUSD 130 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2010 Restructuring: announced Nov 6, 2009. Plan to reduce workforce by approximately 1,300 employees. Anticipated total costs between $130 million and $150 million, with $100 million to $120 million expected in fiscal year 2010.
2009-09-30restructuringin_progressUSD 6,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2009-06-30restructuringin_progress1,10011%2010-03-31WorldwideCompany-wideUSD 50 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Cost reduction plan announced during fiscal 2009: ~11% workforce reduction (1,100 employees), closure of 10 facilities, plus cuts to variable costs and capex. $50M incurred through 2009-06-30 ($32M employee-related, $16M facilities, $2M asset impairments); $14M accrual outstanding. Company expects $55M-$60M total charges by March 2010, with $5M-$10M more in remainder of fiscal 2010. No new workforce-related charges in the quarter (quarter's $9M charge was facilities-related). Announcement date not specified beyond 'fiscal year 2009'.
2009-06-30restructuringin_progress2007-102010-03-31WorldwideCompany-wide (reorganization into Labels: EA SPORTS, EA Games, EA Play, EA Interactive)USD 136 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Board-approved reorganization plan (October 2007) following June 2007 announcement of new Label structure. $136M incurred through 2009-06-30 ($12M employee-related, $83M facility closures in Chertsey, England and Chicago, Illinois, $41M other including contract terminations and IT/consulting); $3M accrual outstanding. Company expects $140M-$145M total by March 2010, with $5M-$10M more in remainder of fiscal 2010. Employees affected not quantified in this filing. Quarter's $5M charge was facilities and contracted-services related.
2009-06-30restructuringin_progress2009-01-012010-03-31WorldwideAll functionsUSD 14 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2009 Restructuring: Plan includes reduction of worldwide workforce of approx 11% (1,100 employees) and closure of 10 facilities. $14M charges incurred in Q1 FY2010. Total expected charges $55M-$60M by March 2010.
2009-06-30restructuringin_progress2007-10-012010-03-31WorldwideAll functionsUSD 5 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2008 Reorganization: Consolidation of Labels. $5M charges incurred in Q1 FY2010 ($3M facilities, $2M other). Total expected charges $140M-$145M by March 2010.
2009-06-30restructuringin_progressUSD 14,000,000 (absolute)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / no-ai-xblr
2009-03-31restructuringin_progress1,10011%2009-03-312010-03-31WorldwideAll LabelsUSD 58 (millions)Item 1 Business
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Reduction of worldwide workforce by approximately 11%, or 1,100 employees. Closure of 10 facilities. Expected total cash and non-cash charges between $55 million and $60 million by March 2010.
2009-03-31restructuringin_progress1,10011%2009-03-312010-03-31WorldwideAll LabelsUSD 58 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Announced in FY2009. Includes reduction of 1,100 employees (11%), closure of 10 facilities. Expected total charges between $55M and $60M by March 2010.
2009-03-28restructuringin_progress1,10011%2010-03-31WorldwideCompany-wideUSD 41 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Cost reduction plan announced during fiscal 2009: narrowing of product portfolio, workforce reduction of approximately 11 percent (about 1,100 employees), closure of 10 facilities, and cuts to variable costs and capital expenditures. Charges incurred through March 31, 2009 were approximately $41 million ($32M employee-related, $7M facilities, $2M asset impairment); total expected cash and non-cash charges of $55-60 million by March 2010, with $15-20 million anticipated in fiscal 2010. Announcement date not specified in the filing.
2009-03-28restructuringin_progress2007-06-302010-03-31United States; United KingdomBusiness support functions; Labels reorganizationUSD 34 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Multi-year reorganization into Labels; only current fiscal year activity captured ($34 million of charges in fiscal 2009: $22M facilities-related, $12M other). Cumulative charges of approximately $131 million through March 31, 2009, with total expected charges of $135-140 million by March 2010. Includes closure of Chertsey, England and Chicago, Illinois facilities. Headcount reductions occurred primarily in prior fiscal years and are not quantified here.
2009-03-28acquisition_additioncompletedUnited States; KoreaEA Mobile; online social networking (Rupture)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Fiscal 2009 acquisitions: ThreeSF, Inc. (Rupture gamers social network) and certain Hands-On Mobile Korean mobile games assets in May 2008 for approximately $45 million total cash consideration, plus two additional acquisitions in the quarter ended December 31, 2008 for approximately $18 million. Headcount added through these acquisitions is not disclosed.
2008-12-31restructuringin_progress1,10011%WorldwideCompany-wide (all Labels and studio/publishing locations)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Announced during the quarter ended December 31, 2008 (exact date not disclosed); plan reduces worldwide workforce by approximately 11 percent (1,100 employees) and closes 12 studio and publishing locations. Charges of approximately $13M incurred through 2008-12-31 ($10M employee-related, $2M asset impairments, $1M facility closure); $4M accrual expected utilized by 2009-03-31. Expected total cash and non-cash charges of $65M-$75M by fiscal 2010, with $25M-$30M anticipated in the remainder of fiscal 2009. Estimated to reduce annual operating expense by approximately $125M in fiscal 2010 vs. fiscal 2009.
2008-12-31restructuringin_progress2007-10-01United States; United KingdomCorporate reorganization into four Labels (EA SPORTS, EA Games, EA Casual Entertainment, The Sims); two Labels consolidated during fiscal 2009restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Board approved reorganization plan in October 2007; no employee count disclosed. Charges of approximately $122M since inception through 2008-12-31, including $12M employee-related, $74M for closure of Chertsey, England and Chicago, Illinois facilities (asset impairment and lease termination), and $36M other costs. $25M charged in the nine months ended 2008-12-31. Expected total charges of $130M-$135M by fiscal 2010, with $5M-$10M more anticipated in the remainder of fiscal 2009.
2008-12-31restructuringin_progress2005-11-01Switzerland; United KingdomInternational publishing (relocation to Geneva, Switzerland headquarters)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		No employee count disclosed. Charges of approximately $38M since inception through 2008-12-31 ($22M employee-related, $9M UK facility closures, $7M other); $7M accrual expected utilized by March 2017. Approximately $2M of additional charges anticipated in the remainder of fiscal 2009; expected total of $50M-$55M by fiscal 2010, substantially all cash by 2017.
2008-12-31acquisition_additioncompletedUSD 18 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Two additional acquisitions completed during the three months ended 2008-12-31 for total cash consideration of approximately $18M including transaction costs; no headcount added disclosed. Prior in fiscal 2009: ThreeSF, Inc. and Hands-On Mobile Korean mobile games business acquired in May 2008 for approximately $45M total cash consideration; no headcount disclosed for those either.
2008-12-31restructuringin_progress1,10011%2008-12-312010-03-31WorldwideUSD 65 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2009 Restructuring: Cost-reduction plan announced in Q3 FY2009. Includes reduction of worldwide workforce by approx 11% (1,100 employees) and closure of 12 studio/publishing locations. Expected total charges $65M-$75M by FY2010.
2008-12-31restructuringin_progress2007-10-012010-03-31WorldwideUSD 130 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2008 Reorganization: Plan approved Oct 2007 to reorganize into new Labels. Includes facility closures (Chertsey, Chicago). Expected total charges $130M-$135M by FY2010. Employee count not explicitly stated for this specific program in this filing.
2008-12-31restructuringin_progress2005-11-012017-03-31InternationalPublishingUSD 50 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2006 International Publishing Reorganization: Plan announced Nov 2005 to establish HQ in Geneva. Includes relocation and UK facility closures. Expected total charges $50M-$55M by 2017. Employee count not explicitly stated for this specific program in this filing.
2008-09-30restructuringin_progress2007-10-012010-03-31United States, United KingdomCorporate and studio reorganization into four LabelsUSD 130 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Cumulative charges of ~$118M through 2008-09-30; expected total $130–135M by fiscal 2010. Employee-related expenses of $12M; no employee count disclosed. Includes closure of Chertsey, England and Chicago, Illinois facilities.
2008-09-30plant_closurecompleted2007-10-012008-06-30United KingdomStudio operations — Chertsey facility consolidated into GuildfordUSD 74 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Closure of Chertsey, England facility completed during fiscal 2008 Q4; $74M in facility exit costs including asset impairment and lease termination. No employee count disclosed.
2008-09-30restructuringin_progress2005-11-012017-03-31Switzerland, United KingdomInternational publishing — relocation to Geneva, SwitzerlandUSD 50 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Cumulative charges of ~$37M through 2008-09-30; expected total $50–55M with cash expenditures through 2017. Employee-related expenses of $21M; no employee count disclosed.
2008-09-30restructuringin_progress2007-10-012010-03-31GlobalCorporate and Business Support FunctionsUSD 23 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2008 Reorganization: Charges incurred in the six months ended Sept 30, 2008 include $16M facility-related impairment (Chertsey facility) and $5M other costs. Total program expected to incur $130M-$135M by fiscal 2010. Employee-related expenses total $12M to date.
2008-09-30restructuringin_progress2005-11-012017-03-31International (primarily UK and Switzerland)International PublishingUSD 2 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2006 International Publishing Reorganization: Charges incurred in the six months ended Sept 30, 2008 were $2M. Total program expected to incur $50M-$55M by 2017. Employee-related relocation assistance approx $30M.
2008-06-30restructuringin_progress2007-102010-03-31GlobalCorporate and business support functions; Labels reorganizationUSD 20 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Charges of $20M in the quarter, including $16M Chertsey facility write-down; $116M incurred since inception; no employee count disclosed; $30-40M more expected in fiscal 2009
2008-06-30plant_closurecompleted2007-102008-03-31Chertsey, England and Chicago, IllinoisFacilitiesUSD 74 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Facility closures within the fiscal 2008 reorganization; Chertsey closure completed in Q4 fiscal 2008; no headcount disclosed
2008-06-30restructuringin_progress2005-112017-03-31International (Geneva, Switzerland headquarters; United Kingdom)International Publishingrestructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		$9M accrual outstanding at quarter end, expected utilized by March 2017; $5-10M additional charges expected in fiscal 2009; no employee count disclosed
2008-06-30acquisition_additioncompleted2008-05-292008-05-29Seoul, KoreaMobile gamesUSD 30 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquisition of Hands-On Mobile Korea assets for $30M cash; headcount added not disclosed
2008-06-30acquisition_additioncompleted2008-05-282008-05-28San Francisco, CaliforniaOnline social networking (Rupture service)USD 15 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquisition of ThreeSF, Inc. for $15M cash; headcount added not disclosed
2008-06-30restructuringin_progress2007-06-012010-03-31GlobalCorporate / Business Support FunctionsUSD 20 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2008 Reorganization. Includes $16M facility impairment (Chertsey, England) and $4M other costs. Total program expected to incur $140M-$150M by fiscal 2010.
2008-06-30restructuringin_progress2005-11-012017-03-31United Kingdom / SwitzerlandInternational Publishingrestructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2006 International Publishing Reorganization. No specific charges incurred in Q1 FY2009, but $9M accrual remains. Total program expected to incur $50M-$55M.
2008-06-30acquisition_additioncompleted2008-05-292008-05-29KoreaMobile GamesUSD 30 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquisition of Hands-On Mobile Korea assets. Headcount not explicitly disclosed.
2008-06-30acquisition_additioncompleted2008-05-282008-05-28United StatesSocial NetworkingUSD 15 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquisition of ThreeSF, Inc. Headcount not explicitly disclosed.
2008-03-31restructuringin_progress2007-062010-03-31GlobalCorporate and business support functions; labels reorganizationUSD 97 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Charges incurred through 2008-03-31: $12M employee-related, $58M facilities (closure of Chertsey, England and Chicago, Illinois facilities, including asset impairment and lease termination), $27M other including contract terminations and IT/consulting. Board approved plan October 2007; total program expected to cost $115M-$125M by fiscal 2010. Employees affected not disclosed.
2008-03-31restructuringin_progress2005-112017-03-31International (Geneva, Switzerland headquarters; United Kingdom)International publishingUSD 6 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Current fiscal year 2008 activity only: approximately $6M of employee-related expenses. Multi-year program announced November 2005; cumulative charges of approximately $35M through 2008-03-31, with total expected of $50M-$55M. Employees affected not disclosed.
2008-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted2008-01-042008-01-04Canada, United States, AustraliaGame development studios (BioWare Corp. and Pandemic Studios, LLC)USD 682 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Aggregate purchase price of $682M including transaction costs; headcount added through the acquisition not disclosed. Value shown is purchase price, not a severance or restructuring charge.
2008-03-31acquisition_additionannounced2008-042008-06-30South KoreaMobile games business (Hands-On Mobile Inc. affiliates)USD 29 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Definitive agreements entered April 2008 to acquire Korean mobile games assets for approximately $29M in cash; expected to close in Q1 fiscal 2009. Headcount to be added not disclosed. Value shown is purchase price.
2008-03-31restructuringin_progress2007-10-012010-03-31GlobalCorporate / Global PublishingUSD 115 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Fiscal 2008 reorganization plan approved Oct 2007. Expected total cash and non-cash charges between $115 million and $125 million by fiscal 2010. Includes closure of Chertsey, England and Chicago, Illinois facilities. Employee-related costs approx $10M, facility exit costs approx $60M, other costs approx $50M.
2008-03-31restructuringin_progress2005-11-012017-03-31InternationalInternational PublishingUSD 50 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Fiscal 2006 international publishing reorganization. Expected total charges between $50 million and $55 million, substantially all cash expenditures by 2017. Includes employee relocation assistance approx $30M, facility exit costs approx $15M, other costs approx $7M.
2008-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted2008-01-042008-01-04GlobalEA GamesUSD 682 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Acquisition of VG Holding Corp (owner of BioWare and Pandemic Studios) completed Jan 4, 2008. Purchase price $682 million. Headcount not explicitly disclosed.
2008-03-31restructuringin_progress2007-10-012010-03-31GlobalVariousUSD 97 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2008 Reorganization plan approved in Oct 2007. $97M incurred through Mar 2008 ($12M employee-related, $58M facilities, $27M other). Total expected charges $115M-$125M by fiscal 2010.
2008-03-31restructuringin_progress2005-11-012017-03-31InternationalPublishingUSD 6 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2006 International Publishing Reorganization. $6M incurred in fiscal 2008 (employee-related). Total expected charges $50M-$55M by 2017.
2008-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted2008-01-042008-01-04GlobalEA Gamesbusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquisition of VG Holding Corp. (BioWare and Pandemic Studios) completed Jan 4, 2008. Headcount not explicitly disclosed.
2007-12-31restructuringin_progress2007-10-012010-03-31Global (Chertsey, England and Chicago, Illinois facility closures)Corporate / business support functions; reorganization into four Labels (EA SPORTS, EA Games, EA Casual Entertainment, The Sims)USD 90 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Board approved plan October 2007; $81M charged through 2007-12-31 ($12M employee-related, $44M facilities, $25M other). Total expected $90–110M with cash and non-cash expenditures by fiscal 2010. No employee headcount affected disclosed.
2007-12-31plant_closurein_progress2007-10-012008-03-31Chertsey, EnglandFacility closure; operations consolidating into Guildford, EnglandUSD 37 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Chertsey facility written down to estimated fair value less costs to sell; reclassified to other current assets as held for sale. Part of the fiscal 2008 reorganization program. No employee count disclosed.
2007-12-31restructuringin_progress2005-11-012017-03-31International (Geneva, Switzerland HQ; United Kingdom facility closures)International publishingUSD 50 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Announced November 2005. ~$33M incurred through 2007-12-31 ($17M employee-related, $9M UK facilities, $7M other). Total expected $50–55M, substantially all cash by 2017. No employee headcount affected disclosed.
2007-12-31acquisition_additioncompleted2007-10-012008-01-31United States and Canada (Menlo Park, Edmonton, Los Angeles, Austin, Brisbane)BioWare Corp. and Pandemic Studios (action, adventure, role-playing games)USD 620 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Merger agreement October 2007; acquisition completed January 2008 with ~$620M cash paid and ~$160M in equity-based awards to key employees. $30M loaned to VGH pre-close. No headcount added disclosed.
2007-12-31restructuringin_progress2007-06-012009-06-30GlobalCorporate / Business Support FunctionsUSD 81 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2008 Reorganization announced June 2007. $81M incurred through Dec 31, 2007. Includes $12M employee-related expenses, $44M facility closure (Chertsey, Chicago), and $25M other costs. Total expected charges $90M-$110M.
2007-12-31restructuringin_progress2005-11-012017-03-31InternationalPublishingUSD 4 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2006 International Publishing Reorganization. $4M incurred in nine months ended Dec 31, 2007 (employee-related). Total expected charges $50M-$55M.
2007-09-30restructuringin_progress2007-06-012009-09-30GlobalCorporate / Business Support FunctionsUSD 4 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Reorganization into four Labels announced June 2007; Board approved plan October 2007. $4M incurred through Sept 30, 2007 ($1M employee-related, $3M contracted services). Total expected $90–110M over 24 months, with $75–85M in fiscal 2008. No employee count disclosed. Includes facility closures in Chertsey, England and Chicago, Illinois.
2007-09-30restructuringin_progress2005-11-012017-03-31International (Geneva, Switzerland; United Kingdom)International PublishingUSD 32 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Cumulative $32M incurred through Sept 30, 2007 ($16M employee-related, $9M UK facility closures, $7M other). Total expected $50–55M. $10M accrual remaining, expected utilized by March 2017. No current-period employee count disclosed.
2007-09-30acquisition_additionannounced2007-10-012008-03-31United States; Canada; AustraliaGame Development (BioWare Corp. and Pandemic Studios)USD 625 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Definitive merger agreement entered October 2007 for up to $625M cash plus ~$160M in retention equity. No employee headcount for acquired entities disclosed. Expected to close during fiscal 2008.
2007-09-30restructuringin_progress2007-06-012007-12-31GlobalBusiness Support FunctionsUSD 4 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2008 Reorganization announced in June 2007. $4M incurred through Sept 30, 2007 ($1M employee-related, $3M other). Accrual of $2M expected to be utilized by Dec 31, 2007.
2007-09-30restructuringin_progress2005-11-012017-03-31International (UK, Switzerland)International PublishingUSD 32 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2006 International Publishing Reorganization. $32M total incurred through Sept 30, 2007. Accrual of $10M expected to be utilized by March 2017.
2007-09-30restructuringannounced2007-10-012009-03-31United States, United KingdomCorporate / Business SupportUSD 100 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2008 Reorganization plan approved in Oct 2007. Anticipated total costs $90M-$110M over 24 months. Includes closing facilities in Chertsey, England and Chicago, Illinois; relocating/eliminating positions; lease terminations; IT/consulting costs.
2007-06-30restructuringin_progress2005-11-012017-03-31International (Geneva, Switzerland HQ; United Kingdom facility closures)International PublishingUSD 2 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Fiscal 2006 International Publishing Reorganization. $2M charged in Q1 FY2008; $10M accrual remaining at quarter-end. Cumulative charges of ~$31M since inception. No employee headcount affected disclosed.
2007-06-30restructuringannounced2007-06-01GlobalEnterprise-wide — reorganization into four Labels (EA SPORTS, EA Games, EA Casual Entertainment, The Sims)MD&A
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Fiscal 2008 Reorganization announced June 2007; business restructured into four Labels with dedicated studio and publishing teams. No headcount impact or charge disclosed.
2007-06-30restructuringin_progress2005-11-012017-03-31InternationalPublishingUSD 2 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2006 International Publishing Reorganization. $2M employee-related charges incurred in Q1 FY2008. Total expected costs $50M-$55M.
2007-06-30otherannounced2007-06-01GlobalCorporateMD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Announced reorganization into four divisions (Labels): EA SPORTS, EA Games, EA Casual Entertainment, and The Sims.
2007-03-31restructuringin_progress2005-11-012017-03-31Switzerland (Geneva) and United KingdomInternational publishingUSD 15 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Fiscal 2007 activity only: $15M charge, of which $10M was employee-related, for establishing the Geneva international publishing headquarters and related relocations; cumulative program charges through March 31, 2007 were $29M and total program cost is expected to be $50M-$55M with substantially all cash outflows by 2017
2007-03-31plant_closurein_progress2005-11-012017-03-31United KingdomInternational publishing — facilitiesUSD 9 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Cumulative through March 31, 2007 (not fiscal 2007 only): closure of certain United Kingdom facilities as part of the Geneva headquarters reorganization; $8M of the $9M was incurred in fiscal 2006
2007-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted2006-07-242006-07-24United States (Fairfax, Virginia)Online games (massively multiplayer online role-playing)USD 76 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Purchase price of $76M in cash including transaction costs; acquired headcount not disclosed
2007-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted2006-10-012006-10-01SwedenGame development (DICE)USD 27 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquisition of remaining minority interest for $27M cash including transaction costs; no incremental headcount added since DICE was already consolidated
2007-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted2007-03-312007-03-31United States and GermanyOnline games and internal development studiosMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Fiscal 2007 acquisitions of SingShot Media, substantially all assets of Headgate Studios, and Phenomic Game Development; purchase prices and headcounts not disclosed
2007-03-31restructuringcompleted2006-11-012017-03-31International (Geneva, UK)International PublishingUSD 15 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Fiscal 2006 International Publishing Reorganization. $15M charge in FY2007 ($10M employee-related). Total program expected to cost $50M-$55M. Employee count not disclosed.
2007-03-31restructuringcompleted2006-10-012007-03-31GlobalWorldwide Studios / OperationsUSD 10 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Fiscal 2006 Restructuring. $10M charge in FY2006 for headcount reductions to realign resources for FY2007 product plan. All $10M paid out in cash by March 31, 2007. Employee count not disclosed.
2007-03-31restructuringin_progress2005-112017-03-31International (Switzerland, United Kingdom)International PublishingUSD 15 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2006 International Publishing Reorganization. $15 million charged in FY2007 ($10 million employee-related). Total expected cost $50-55 million by 2017.
2007-03-31restructuringcompleted2006-102007-03-31GlobalGlobalUSD 10 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2006 Restructuring. $10 million charged in FY2006 for headcount reductions. All $10 million paid out in cash by March 31, 2007.
2006-12-31restructuringin_progress2005-11-01International (Geneva, Switzerland; United Kingdom)International PublishingUSD 12 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Nine-month charge of $12M; includes employee-related, facility, and other costs. No employee count disclosed. Program announced Nov 2005 to establish international publishing HQ in Geneva.
2006-12-31restructuringcompleted2006-01-012007-03-31GlobalCorporate / Product PlanningUSD 10 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Fiscal 2006 Q4 restructuring for headcount reductions aligned to fiscal 2007 product plan; $10M pre-tax charge. No employee count disclosed. $9M paid in cash as of Dec 31, 2006; $1M accrual remaining.
2006-12-31acquisition_additioncompleted2006-07-242006-07-24Fairfax, Virginia, United StatesDevelopment and Publishing (MMORPG)USD 76 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquisition of Mythic Entertainment for $76M cash including transaction costs. No headcount added disclosed.
2006-12-31acquisition_additioncompleted2006-10-012006-10-31Stockholm, SwedenDevelopment (PC and console games)USD 27 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquisition of remaining minority interest in Digital Illusions C.E. (DICE) for $27M cash including transaction costs. No headcount added disclosed.
2006-12-31restructuringin_progress2005-11-012017-03-31International (Geneva, Switzerland; United Kingdom)PublishingUSD 2 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2006 International Publishing Reorganization. Q3 2007 charge of $2M for employee-related expenses. Total expected cost $40M-$45M by 2017.
2006-12-31restructuringin_progress2006-09-302007-03-31GlobalGlobalUSD 0 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2006 Restructuring. Announced Q4 FY2006. No new charges in Q3 FY2007. Remaining accrual $1M expected utilized by March 2007.
2006-09-30restructuringin_progress2005-11-012017-03-31International (Geneva, Switzerland; United Kingdom)International PublishingUSD 24 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		International publishing reorganization; ~$24M incurred through quarter-end, $10M accrual remaining; no employee count disclosed.
2006-09-30restructuringin_progress2006-01-012007-03-31Not specifiedCorporate / Product Plan AlignmentUSD 10 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Fiscal 2006 restructuring for headcount reductions; $9M paid, $1M accrual remaining; no employee count disclosed.
2006-09-30acquisition_additioncompleted2006-07-242006-07-24Fairfax, Virginia, United StatesDevelopment and Publishing (MMORPG)USD 76 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquisition of Mythic Entertainment for $76M; no headcount added disclosed.
2006-09-30acquisition_additionannounced2006-10-012006-10-31SwedenDevelopment (DICE)USD 24 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Post-quarter acquisition of remaining 26% minority interest in DICE for $24M; no headcount disclosed.
2006-09-30restructuringin_progress2005-11-012017-03-31International (Geneva, Switzerland; U.K.)International PublishingUSD 4 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2006 International Publishing Reorganization. Q2 2007 charges approx $4M ($2M employee-related). Total expected costs $40M-$50M by 2017.
2006-09-30restructuringin_progress2006-01-012007-03-31GlobalCorporate / Product AlignmentUSD 6 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2006 Restructuring. Q2 2007 charges approx $6M (employee-related). Total pre-tax charge was $10M for headcount reductions.
2006-09-30restructuringin_progress2002-01-012007-03-31GlobalVariousUSD 4 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2004, 2003 and 2002 Restructurings. Q2 2007 charges approx $4M ($3M other, $1M facilities). Remaining accrual $5M.
2006-06-30restructuringin_progress2005-112006-09-30Switzerland (Geneva); United KingdomInternational PublishingUSD 6 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		International publishing reorganization to Geneva HQ; $6M charged in Q1 FY2007 ($4M workforce, $2M other). Cumulative charges ~$20M since inception; $11M accrual outstanding. No employee count disclosed. Relocations expected through quarter ending 2006-09-30; accrual utilization by 2017-03.
2006-06-30acquisition_additioncompleted2006-07-242006-07-24United States (Fairfax, Virginia)Online / massively multiplayer online gamesUSD 76 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Mythic Entertainment acquired for ~$76M cash after quarter end; purchase price allocation in process. No headcount disclosed.
2006-06-30acquisition_additionannounced2006-032006-09-30SwedenStudios (Digital Illusions C.E.)USD 24 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Agreement to acquire remaining DICE shares at SEK 67.50/share (~$24M); merger expected to close in Q2 FY2007 subject to regulatory approval. No headcount disclosed.
2006-06-30restructuringin_progress2005-11-012017-03-31International (Geneva, Switzerland; United Kingdom)International PublishingUSD 6 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2006 International Publishing Reorganization. $4M for employee-related expenses, $2M other costs. Total expected costs $40M-$50M by 2017.
2006-06-30restructuringin_progress2005-12-312007-03-31GlobalCorporate / Studiosrestructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2006 Restructuring. Aligned resources with product plan and next-gen consoles. $10M total pre-tax charge recorded in Q4 FY06 consisting of one-time benefits related to headcount reductions. $8M cash paid out as of June 30, 2006. $2M accrual remaining.
2006-06-30acquisition_additioncompleted2006-07-242006-07-24Fairfax, VirginiaOnline / MMOUSD 76 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquisition of Mythic Entertainment completed July 24, 2006 for approx $76M cash. Headcount not explicitly quantified.
2006-06-30acquisition_additionannounced2006-03-012007-06-30SwedenStudiosUSD 24 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Agreement signed March 2006 to acquire remaining shares of Digital Illusions C.E. (DICE) for approx $24M. Expected to close Q2 FY07.
2006-03-31restructuringin_progress2005-112006-09-30International (Geneva, Switzerland; United Kingdom)International publishingUSD 14 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Fiscal 2006 charges of approximately $14 million: $8 million for closure of certain U.K. facilities, $3 million employee-related expenses, $3 million other costs. Program involves relocating employees to a new Geneva headquarters; expected to continue through the six months ending September 30, 2006. Employees affected not disclosed; restructuring accrual of $11 million at year-end expected to be utilized by March 2017.
2006-03-31restructuringcompleted2006-032006-03-31Not specifiedCompany-wide; resources aligned with fiscal 2007 product plan and next-generation console, online and mobile platform strategyUSD 10 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Recorded during the fourth quarter of fiscal 2006; charge consists entirely of one-time benefits related to headcount reductions. Headcount reductions occurred during the quarter; number of employees affected not disclosed. Related accrual of $3 million expected to be utilized during fiscal 2007.
2006-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted2006-02-152006-02-15Los Angeles, California, United States (global operations)Mobile/wireless games publishing (JAMDAT Mobile Inc.)USD 684 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		All outstanding shares acquired February 15, 2006 for an aggregate purchase price of $684 million including transaction costs; charge value shown is purchase price, not a severance charge. Headcount added through the acquisition not disclosed.
2006-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted2006-03-312006-03-31SwedenGame development (Digital Illusions C.E. / DICE)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		During fiscal 2006 EA acquired approximately 10 percent of DICE shares on the open market, bringing cumulative ownership to approximately 73 percent as of March 31, 2006. Headcount added not disclosed; a full merger was signed in March 2006 and expected to close in the second quarter of fiscal 2007.
2006-03-31restructuringin_progress2005-112017InternationalInternational PublishingUSD 14 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Fiscal 2006 International Publishing Reorganization. Charges of $14 million recorded in fiscal 2006. Total expected costs $40-50 million by 2017.
2006-03-31restructuringcompleted2006-012006-03-31GlobalWorldwide StudiosUSD 10 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Fiscal 2006 Restructuring. $10 million pre-tax charge for headcount reductions aligned with next-generation console strategy.
2006-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted2006-02-152006-02-15GlobalEA Mobilebusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Acquisition of JAMDAT Mobile Inc. on February 15, 2006. Merged with existing mobile business to establish EA Mobile.
2006-03-31restructuringin_progress2005-112017-03International (U.K., Switzerland)International PublishingUSD 14 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		International Publishing Reorganization announced Nov 2005. Fiscal 2006 charges of $14M ($8M facility closure, $3M employee-related, $3M other). Total expected cost $40-50M by 2017.
2006-03-31restructuringcompleted2006-Q42007-03GlobalProduct Development / Next-Gen ConsolesUSD 10 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2006 Restructuring: Aligned resources with product plan for FY2007. $10M pre-tax charge consisting entirely of one-time benefits related to headcount reductions.
2006-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted2006-02-152006-02-15GlobalMobile Gamingbusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquisition of JAMDAT Mobile Inc. completed Feb 15, 2006. Headcount not explicitly disclosed in footnote.
2005-12-31restructuringin_progress2006-09-30International (Geneva, Switzerland; United Kingdom)International PublishingUSD 55 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Total expected charge range is $55–65M; ~$15M expected in FY2006. Involves opening a Geneva facility, relocating and hiring employees, and closing certain UK facilities. No employee count disclosed. $8M charged in Q3 FY2006.
2005-12-31plant_closurein_progress2006-09-30United KingdomInternational PublishingUSD 7 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Closure of certain UK facilities; $7M charged in Q3 FY2006 as part of the international publishing reorganization. No employee count disclosed.
2005-12-31restructuringin_progress2017-03-31United KingdomInternational PublishingUSD 7 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Closure of certain UK facilities as part of international publishing reorganization. Accrual expected to be utilized by March 2017.
2005-12-31restructuringin_progress2017-03-31InternationalInternational PublishingUSD 1 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Other costs in connection with international publishing reorganization incurred during the three months ended December 31, 2005.
2005-12-31restructuringin_progress2009-01-31GlobalVariousUSD 1 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Net adjustments relating to projected future cash outlays under fiscal 2004, 2003 and 2002 restructuring plans.
2005-09-30restructuringannounced2005-11-092006-11-09Geneva, Switzerland; United KingdomInternational publishingUSD 60 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Board approved plan to establish international publishing HQ in Geneva; expected total restructuring costs of $55M–$65M, with ~$15M in remainder of fiscal 2006. No employee count disclosed.
2005-09-30restructuringin_progress2009-01-31Not specifiedFacilitiesrestructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Legacy facilities-related restructuring accrual of $8M remaining as of 2005-09-30; $25M paid to date; no employee counts disclosed.
2005-09-30restructuringannounced2005-11-092006-11-09International (UK, Switzerland)International PublishingUSD 60 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Board approved plan to establish international publishing HQ in Geneva. Anticipated total restructuring costs between $55M and $65M, primarily relocation assistance, moving expenses, and facility exit costs. Approximately $15M expected in remainder of fiscal 2006. Employee count not specified.
2005-06-30restructuringin_progress2009-01-31USD 9 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Remaining projected net cash outlay of $9 million for facilities-related restructuring accrued obligations. No specific employee count disclosed for the remaining accrual.
2005-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted2004-10-192004-10-19United KingdomGame development and middleware technology (Criterion Software Group Ltd.)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Aggregate purchase price approximately $68 million; no employee headcount added disclosed. Acquired in-process technology of $9 million expensed (not a workforce charge).
2005-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted2005-01-272005-01-27SwedenGame development (Digital Illusions C.E. — DICE)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Additional 44 percent interest acquired during fiscal 2005; no employee headcount added disclosed. DICE's 37 percent minority interest recorded as minority interest.
2005-03-31restructuringin_progress2009-01-31United StatesStudio facilities (Walnut Creek, California and Austin, Texas consolidation into Redwood City)USD 2 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Income statement shows $2 million restructuring charges in fiscal 2005; footnote attributes fiscal 2005 activity to net adjustments of approximately $2 million on the fiscal 2004 and 2003 plans (no new headcount reduction count disclosed for fiscal 2005). Remaining projected cash outlay of $10 million expected to be utilized by January 2009; ending accrual $10 million, all facilities-related.
2005-03-31restructuringcompleted1172004-10-01United StatesStudio DevelopmentUSD 2 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Workforce reductions of approximately 117 personnel in connection with closure of Walnut Creek studio and Austin studio in Q4 FY2004.
2005-03-31restructuringcompleted332003-07-01United StatesStudio DevelopmentUSD 1 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Workforce reductions of approximately 33 personnel in connection with closure of San Francisco office and Seattle studio in Q3 FY2003.
2005-03-31restructuringcompleted502003-03-01United StatesOnline ServicesUSD 2 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Workforce reductions of approximately 50 personnel in connection with consolidation of EA.com operations in Q1 FY2003.
2005-03-31restructuringcompleted1172004-12-31United StatesStudio DevelopmentUSD 2 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2004 Studio Restructuring: Workforce reductions of approximately 117 personnel in Walnut Creek, CA and Austin, TX. Charge of $2 million.
2005-03-31restructuringcompleted2004-12-31United StatesStudio DevelopmentUSD 7 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2004 Studio Restructuring: Consolidation of facilities in Walnut Creek, CA and Austin, TX. Charge of $7 million (net of sublease income).
2004-12-31acquisition_additioncompleted2004-10-192004-10-19United KingdomGame development and middlewareUSD 68 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquisition of Criterion Software Group Ltd. for $67.7M; headcount added not disclosed. Includes $9.4M in-process technology charge and $5.4M assumed stock-based compensation.
2004-12-31restructuringin_progress2009-01-31United StatesStudios and facilitiesUSD 0 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Ongoing restructuring plans from fiscal 2002–2004; $388K charged to operations in nine months ended Dec 31, 2004. Remaining accrual $8.4M, with $7.7M expected by January 2009. No employee counts disclosed for current period.
2004-12-31acquisition_additionannounced2005-01-272005-01-27SwedenGame developmentUSD 37 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquired additional 4,160,917 shares (41.2%) of Digital Illusions C.E., reaching 60.1% controlling interest; will consolidate beginning fiscal year ending March 31, 2005. Headcount added not disclosed.
2004-12-31restructuringin_progress2004-04-012009-01-01GlobalWorkforce and FacilitiesUSD 0 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Charges of $0.4 million recorded in Q3 FY2005 for ongoing fiscal 2004, 2003, and 2002 restructuring plans. Remaining cash outlay of $8.4 million expected by Jan 2009.
2004-12-31acquisition_additioncompleted2004-10-192004-10-19United KingdomResearch and DevelopmentUSD 5 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquisition of Criterion Software Group Ltd. Included $5.4 million stock-based employee compensation for assumed unvested options. Headcount not explicitly disclosed.
2004-09-30acquisition_additionannounced2004-10-192004-10-19United KingdomGame development and middlewaresubsequent_events
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Completed acquisition of Criterion Software Group Ltd. for approx. $57 million plus assumed stock options; no headcount disclosed. Anticipated pre-tax acquisition-related charges of $10-15 million in Q3 fiscal 2005.
2004-09-30restructuringin_progress2009-01-30GlobalWorkforce and FacilitiesUSD 10 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Remaining projected cash outlay of $9.6 million from fiscal 2004, 2003, and 2002 restructuring plans. $1.9 million expected in Q3/Q4 FY2005; remaining $7.7 million by Jan 30, 2009. Employee count not disclosed for remaining accrual.
2004-09-30acquisition_additionannounced2004-10-19United KingdomResearch and DevelopmentUSD 57 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquisition of Criterion Software Group Ltd. completed Oct 19, 2004 for approx $57 million. Headcount not disclosed.
2004-06-30restructuringin_progressUnited StatesStudio operations (Walnut Creek, CA and Austin, TX facilities)USD 388 (thousands)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Ongoing wind-down of fiscal 2004 studio restructuring. Workforce accrual roll-forward for Q1 FY2005: beginning $1,585K, cash utilized $1,507K, adjustment $142K, ending $220K. Total restructuring accrual ending balance $10,735K; $3.5M expected in remaining nine months of fiscal 2005, remainder by January 30, 2009. No employee count disclosed.
2004-06-30acquisition_additionannounced2004-07-27United KingdomGame development and middleware solutionssubsequent_events
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Agreement to acquire Criterion Software Group Ltd. (Canon Inc. subsidiary) for approximately $48 million plus assumed stock options and certain liabilities. Expected to close during second fiscal quarter (Q2 FY2005), subject to regulatory approvals. No headcount of acquired employees disclosed.
2004-06-30restructuringin_progress2009-01-30GlobalWorkforce and FacilitiesUSD 0 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Continued utilization of accruals from fiscal 2004, 2003, and 2002 restructuring plans. $0.4 million in net adjustments recorded. Remaining projected cash outlay of $10.7 million, with $7.2 million expected by Jan 30, 2009.
2004-06-30acquisition_additionannounced2004-07-27United KingdomResearch and DevelopmentUSD 48 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Agreement to acquire Criterion Software Group Ltd. for approx. $48 million. Expected to close in Q2 FY2005.
2004-03-31restructuringin_progress1172004-03-312004-06-30United States (Walnut Creek, California and Austin, Texas)Development and administrative departmentsUSD 9 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Consolidated program: closure of the majority of the leased Walnut Creek studio and the entire owned Austin studio to consolidate development in Redwood City. Charge of $9.2M comprises $7.0M facilities, $1.7M workforce and $0.5M non-current asset write-off. Filer states the majority of the 117 reductions are expected to be terminated in the first quarter of fiscal 2005; no specific announcement date given, so fiscal year-end used.
2004-03-31acquisition_additioncompletedUnited Kingdom and United StatesGame studiosUSD 3 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquisitions of Studio 33 (UK) Limited and NuFX, Inc. during fiscal 2004 recorded $3.0M of goodwill; no headcount added through these acquisitions is disclosed.
2004-03-31restructuringin_progress1172003-12-312005-03-31United StatesDevelopment and AdministrativeUSD 9 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Fiscal 2004 Studio Restructuring: Closed Walnut Creek and Austin facilities. Majority of 117 personnel expected to be terminated in Q1 FY2005.
2004-03-31restructuringin_progress1172003-12-312005-06-30United StatesDevelopment and AdministrativeUSD 9 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Closed majority of Walnut Creek, CA leased facility and entire Austin, TX owned facility. Workforce reduction of approx 117 personnel. Majority expected to be terminated in Q1 FY2005. Total pre-tax charge $9.2 million.
2003-12-31restructuringin_progress2006-12-31United StatesStudios and online operationsUSD 596 (thousands)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Accrued restructuring balance of $6.8M at Dec 31, 2003 expected fully utilized by Dec 31, 2006; includes $9.9M lease commitments offset by $3.9M sublease income. No employee count disclosed for current-period adjustments.
2003-12-31acquisition_additioncompleted2003-05-302003-05-30JapanElectronic Arts K.K. (formerly EA Square KK)USD 1 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquired Square's 30% interest in EA Square KK for ~$2.5M cash; excess purchase price over fair value of net tangible assets ($1.2M) allocated to goodwill. No headcount disclosed.
2003-12-31acquisition_additioncompleted2003-10-012003-10-31United KingdomStudio 33 (UK) Limitedbusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquisition of Studio 33 (UK) Limited recorded $0.9M goodwill in October 2003. No headcount disclosed.
2003-12-31restructuringin_progress2003-03-312006-12-31United StatesStudio OperationsUSD 14 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Consolidation of San Francisco and Seattle studios into Redwood City and Vancouver. Charges include $7.3M facilities, $1.5M asset write-off, $0.6M workforce reductions (Q3 FY03) and $5.1M for LA/Irvine/Las Vegas consolidation (Q4 FY03).
2003-12-31restructuringin_progress2003-03-312006-12-31United StatesOnline Services (EA.com)USD 67 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Consolidation of EA.com operations into core business. Charges include $1.8M workforce reductions, $2.3M facilities, and $62.9M asset impairment. Closure of Chicago and Charlottesville facilities.
2003-09-30restructuringin_progress2003-03-312006-12-31United StatesStudio OperationsUSD 9 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		2003 Studio Restructuring: Closed San Francisco office and Seattle studio. Charges include $7.3M for facility consolidation, $1.5M for asset impairment, and $0.6M for workforce reductions. Employee count not specified.
2003-09-30restructuringin_progress2003-06-302006-12-31United StatesStudio OperationsUSD 5 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		2003 Studio Restructuring: Consolidation of Los Angeles, Irvine, and Las Vegas studios into one major LA studio. Charges include $1.6M for facility shutdown, $2.0M for asset impairment, and $1.5M for employee severance. Employee count not specified.
2003-09-30restructuringin_progress2003-03-312006-12-31United StatesOnline OperationsUSD 67 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2003 Online Restructuring: Consolidation of EA.com business into core operations. Charges include $1.8M for workforce reductions, $2.3M for facility consolidation, and $62.9M for asset impairment. Employee count not specified.
2003-06-30restructuringin_progress2003-03-312006-12-31United StatesEA.com / OnlineUSD 2 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2003 Online Restructuring: Consolidation of EA.com into core business. Charge includes $1.8M for workforce reductions (severance, outplacement, tender offer for Class B options). Remaining accrual expected to be utilized by Dec 31, 2006.
2003-06-30restructuringin_progress2003-03-312006-12-31United StatesStudios / Core OperationsUSD 2 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Fiscal 2003 Studio Restructuring: Consolidation of LA, Irvine, and Las Vegas studios into one major LA studio. Charge includes $1.5M for employee severance related to involuntary terminations.
2003-03-31plant_closurecompleted332003-03-31United States (San Francisco, California; Seattle, Washington)EA Core — development and administrative functionsUSD 9 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Third quarter of fiscal 2003 closure of San Francisco office and Seattle studio to consolidate development in Redwood City and Vancouver; charge comprises $7.3M facilities, $1.5M asset write-off, $0.6M workforce reductions. Announcement date not stated.
2003-03-31restructuringcompleted2003-03-31United States (Los Angeles, Irvine, Las Vegas)EA Core — game development studiosUSD 5 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Fourth quarter of fiscal 2003 consolidation of three studios into one Los Angeles studio; charge includes $1.6M facility shutdown, $2.0M asset write-off, $1.5M severance. Number of employees affected not disclosed; completed by end of March 2003.
2003-03-31restructuringcompleted502003-03-31United States (Chicago, Virginia; San Diego adjustment)EA.com business segment — primarily research and developmentUSD 67 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		March 2003 consolidation of EA.com operations into core business; charge comprises $1.8M workforce reductions, $2.3M facilities/administrative, $62.9M non-current asset write-off. Approximately 50 positions terminated, mostly R&D. Announcement date not stated.
2003-03-31restructuringcompleted332003-01-012003-03-31United StatesEA CoreUSD 9 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Closure of San Francisco office and Seattle studio. Consolidation of local development efforts.
2003-03-31restructuringcompleted2003-01-012003-03-31United StatesEA CoreUSD 5 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Consolidation of Los Angeles, Irvine, and Las Vegas studios into one major game development studio in Los Angeles. Includes $1.5 million for employee severance expenses related to involuntary terminations.
2003-03-31restructuringcompleted502003-03-012003-03-31United StatesEA.comUSD 67 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Consolidation of EA.com business segment into core business. Termination of approximately 50 employees, mostly in research and development.
2003-03-31restructuringcompleted332003-03-312006-12-31United StatesEA CoreUSD 9 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Closure of San Francisco office and Seattle studio. Workforce reduction of approximately 33 personnel in development and administrative departments. Total pre-tax charges of $9.4 million.
2003-03-31restructuringcompleted2003-03-312003-03-31United StatesEA CoreUSD 5 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Consolidation of Los Angeles, Irvine, and Las Vegas studios into one major game development studio in Los Angeles. Includes $1.5 million for employee severance expenses related to involuntary terminations. Specific headcount not disclosed.
2003-03-31restructuringcompleted502003-03-312003-03-31United StatesEA.comUSD 67 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Consolidation of EA.com operations into core business. Termination of approximately 50 employees, mostly in research and development. Pre-tax charge of $67.0 million including $1.8 million for workforce reductions.
2002-12-31restructuringin_progress332002-12-312006-12-31United StatesEA Core — development and administrative departmentsUSD 9,378 (thousands)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Closed San Francisco office and Seattle studio to consolidate development in Redwood City and Vancouver. Charge includes $7,310K facilities, $1,452K asset write-off, $616K workforce. Remaining accrual $8,074K expected fully utilized by 2006-12-31.
2002-12-31restructuringin_progress2006-12-31United StatesEA.com — studios in Los Angeles, Irvine, and Las Vegassubsequent_events
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		In Q4 FY2003 the company will begin consolidating Los Angeles, Irvine, and Las Vegas studios into a centralized Los Angeles studio. No headcount or charge disclosed.
2002-12-31restructuringin_progress332002-12-312006-12-31San Francisco, California and Seattle, WashingtonEA CoreUSD 9 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Closure of San Francisco office and Seattle studio to consolidate development in Redwood City and Vancouver. Charge includes facilities consolidation, asset write-offs, and workforce reductions.
2002-12-31restructuringin_progress2001-10-012006-12-31EA.comrestructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Ongoing restructuring plan announced in Oct 2001. Initial workforce reduction of approx 270 positions. Remaining accrued balance of $905k expected to be utilized by Dec 31, 2006. No new headcount reductions disclosed in this quarter.
2002-12-31restructuringannounced2003-01-01Los Angeles, Irvine, and Las VegasEA Coresubsequent_events
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Consolidation of Los Angeles, Irvine, and Las Vegas studios into a major centralized studio in Los Angeles to maximize efficiencies.
2002-09-30restructuringin_progress2702001-10-01EA.comrestructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Announced October 2001; terminated approximately 270 positions. Restructuring accrual balance was $1,933 thousand at 2002-09-30, down from $2,888 thousand at 2002-03-31.
2002-09-30restructuringin_progress2702001-10-01EA.comUSD 1,933 (thousands)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Workforce reduction announced in Oct 2001 involving termination of approx 270 positions. Accrued balance of $1.933M as of Sept 30, 2002.
2002-06-30restructuringin_progress2702001-10EA.comrestructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Restructuring plan for EA.com announced October 2001; involved discontinuing certain product offerings and focusing on key online priorities. Workforce reduction terminated approximately 270 positions. Restructuring accrual roll-forward for the quarter: balance of $2,888 thousand at 2002-03-31, cash utilization of $737 thousand and non-cash utilization of $36 thousand during the quarter, leaving a balance of $2,115 thousand at 2002-06-30 (workforce component $180 thousand, facilities component $1,935 thousand). Original total program charge not disclosed in this filing.
2002-06-30restructuringin_progress2702001-10-01EA.comUSD 2,115 (thousands)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Workforce reduction announced in October 2001 involving termination of approximately 270 positions. Accrual balance as of June 30, 2002 was $2,115,000.
2002-03-31restructuringcompleted2702001-10-012002-03-31Primarily United StatesEA.comUSD 4 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Approximately 270 positions terminated, described as one third of EA.com's workforce; total pre-tax restructuring charge was $20.303M including $4.173M workforce reductions, $3.312M facility consolidation, and $12.818M asset write-offs
2002-03-31plant_closurecompleted2001-10-012002-03-31San Diego, CaliforniaEA.com — San Diego studiorestructuring_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		EA.com San Diego studio closed; San Francisco and Virginia facilities consolidated as part of same restructuring program
2002-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted2001-02-282001-02-28United StatesEA.com — Pogo CorporationUSD 43 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquisition completed February 28, 2001 (fiscal 2001); headcount added not disclosed. Included for context as acquisition completed during comparative period referenced in filing
2002-03-31restructuringcompleted2702001-10-01GlobalEA.comUSD 20 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Announced in October 2001. Resulted in termination of approximately 270 personnel (one third of EA.com workforce). Pre-tax charge of $20.3 million included $4.2 million for workforce reductions and $3.3 million for facility consolidation. Cash outlays of $6.8 million; non-cash charges of $13.5 million.
2002-03-31restructuringcompleted27033.33%2001-10-012002-03-31GlobalEA.comUSD 20 (millions)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Restructuring plan for EA.com announced in October 2001. Terminated approximately 270 personnel, or one third of EA.com's workforce. Pre-tax charge of $20.3 million included $4.2 million for workforce reductions, $3.3 million for facility consolidation, and $12.8 million for asset write-offs.
2001-12-31restructuringin_progress2402001-10-01EA.com (all departments)USD 3,763 (thousands)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Approximately 240 personnel terminated, about one-third of EA.com's workforce. Total restructuring and impairment charge was $14,051 thousand, comprising $3,763 thousand workforce reductions, $3,785 thousand facilities consolidation, and $6,503 thousand non-current asset write-offs. Restructuring accrual balance at quarter-end was $4,545 thousand.
2001-12-31restructuringin_progress2402001-12-31EA.comUSD 14 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Restructuring plan for EA.com to reduce workforce and consolidate facilities. Affected one-third of EA.com's workforce. Total charges of $14.051M include $3.763M for workforce reductions, $3.785M for facility consolidation, and $6.503M for asset write-offs.
2001-09-30restructuringannounced36%2001-10-232001-12-31United StatesEA.comsubsequent_events
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Workforce reduction of approximately 36% of EA.com's approximately 700 employees (implies roughly 250 positions; count not stated). Includes office consolidations and impairment charges for abandoned leaseholds and assets, amounts not yet determined.
2001-09-30restructuringannounced36%2001-10-232001-12-31GlobalEA.comsubsequent_events
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Workforce reduction of approximately 36% of EA.com's approximately 700 employees. Implies approx. 252 employees affected. Charges for abandoned leaseholds and assets yet to be determined.
2001-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted2001-02-282001-02-28United StatesEA.comUSD 43 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Pogo Corporation acquired for $43,333,000 including initial investment of $42,000,000 and redemption of preferred stock of $1,333,000. Headcount added not disclosed. Pogo contributed to EA.com segment.
2001-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted2001-02-28North AmericaEA.comUSD 43 (millions)Item 1. Business - Investments and Joint Ventures
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Acquired Pogo Corporation for $43.3 million. Pogo contributed to EA.com segment. Specific headcount not disclosed.
2001-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted2000-02-07North AmericaEA.comUSD 32 (millions)Item 1. Business - Investments and Joint Ventures
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Acquired Kesmai Corporation in Feb 2000 (prior fiscal year, but referenced in context of EA.com growth). Contributed to EA.com.
2000-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted2000-02-07United StatesEA.combusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Kesmai Corporation acquired for $22.5M cash and ~103,000 shares; headcount not disclosed
2000-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted1998-09-30United StatesEA Corebusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Westwood Studios acquired for ~$122.7M; completed September 1998 (fiscal 1999); headcount not disclosed
2000-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted1998-07-31Switzerland, AustriaEA Corebusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		ABC Software AG and GmbH acquired; completed July 1998 (fiscal 1999); headcount not disclosed
1999-12-31acquisition_additionannounced2000-02-01VirginiaOnline GamesUSD 23 (millions)subsequent_events
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquisition of Kesmai for $22.5M cash and stock. Headcount not disclosed.
1999-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted1998-09-301998-09-30United StatesGame DevelopmentUSD 42 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquisition of Westwood Studios and certain Virgin Studio assets for $122.688M cash; $41.836M expensed as acquired in-process R&D. Employee headcount not disclosed.
1999-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted1998-07-311998-07-31Switzerland, AustriaDistributionbusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquisition of ABC Software AG (Switzerland) and ABC Software GmbH (Austria) for approximately $9.466M cash net of cash acquired plus $570K other consideration. Employee headcount not disclosed.
1999-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted1998-04-301998-04-30United StatesGame DevelopmentMD&A
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquisition of Tiburon Entertainment, Inc. in April 1998; contributed to increased R&D headcount-related expenses. Employee headcount not disclosed.
1999-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted1998-06-301998-06-30United StatesGame DevelopmentUSD 2 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Two software development companies acquired in quarter ended June 30, 1998; $2.279M in-process technology charge. Employee headcount not disclosed.
1998-12-31acquisition_additioncompleted1998-09-01Irvine, CaliforniaResearch and DevelopmentUSD 122,688 (thousands)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquisition of Westwood Studios, Inc. and assets of Virgin Studio. MD&A attributes R&D expense increase to 'additional headcount related expenses' from this acquisition.
1998-12-31acquisition_additioncompleted1998-07-01Switzerland and AustriaSales & MarketingUSD 9,466 (thousands)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquisition of ABC Software AG and ABC Software GmbH. MD&A notes G&A expense increase due to 'additional offices opened in Europe, including Switzerland and Austria'.
1998-12-31acquisition_additioncompleted1998-04-01United StatesResearch and DevelopmentMD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquisition of Tiburon Entertainment, Inc. MD&A attributes R&D expense increase to 'additional headcount related expenses' from this acquisition.
1998-09-30acquisition_additioncompleted1998-07-01Switzerland and AustriaDistributionbusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquired ABC Software AG and ABC Software GmbH, independent software distributors; no employee headcount disclosed.
1998-09-30acquisition_additioncompleted1998-09-01United States (Irvine, California)Game development studiosUSD 42 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquired Westwood Studios, Inc. and certain assets of Virgin Studio for approximately $122.7M; $41.8M expensed as acquired in-process technology. No employee headcount disclosed.
1998-09-30acquisition_additioncompleted1998-09-30Irvine, CaliforniaResearch and DevelopmentUSD 122,688 (thousands)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquisition of Westwood Studios, Inc. and assets of Virgin Studio. Purchase price $122,688,000. Headcount not explicitly quantified, but R&D expenses increased due to 'additional headcount related expenses'.
1998-09-30acquisition_additioncompleted1998-07-31Switzerland and AustriaSales & MarketingUSD 9,466 (thousands)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquisition of ABC Software AG and ABC Software GmbH. Purchase price approx $9,466,000. Headcount not explicitly quantified.
1998-09-30acquisition_additioncompleted1998-04-30Research and DevelopmentMD&A
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquisition of Tiburon Entertainment, Inc. in April 1998. Headcount not explicitly quantified, but cited as cause for increased R&D headcount expenses.
1998-06-30acquisition_additioncompleted1998-05-01North AmericaSoftware DevelopmentUSD 2,279 (thousands)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Acquired two software development companies; incurred $2.3M charge for acquired in-process technology. Headcount not disclosed.
1998-06-30acquisition_additionannounced1998-07-01Switzerland and AustriaDistributionUSD 16,500 (thousands)subsequent_events
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Completed acquisition of ABC Software AG for approx $16.5M. Headcount not disclosed.
1998-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted1997-07-251997-07-25United StatesInteractive software developmentUSD 11 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Pooling-of-interests merger; ~4.1M EA shares exchanged. Merger costs of $10.792M comprised ~$2.781M transaction fees and ~$8.011M integration costs including severance, redundant facility costs and asset write-downs. Headcount added not disclosed.
1998-03-31divestiture_reductioncompleted1997-12-311997-12-31United StatesChildren's interactive titles joint venture (Creative Wonders, LLC)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Sale of 50% JV interest to Walt Disney Company for $16.75M cash; $12.625M gain recognized. Headcount removed not disclosed; month-level date only.
1998-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted1997-12-311997-12-31JapanElectronic Arts Victor, Inc. (renamed Electronic Arts, K.K.)USD 2 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Purchase of remaining 35% minority interest for ~$3.225M cash; $1.5M charge for acquired in-process technology (not severance). Headcount added not disclosed; month-level date only.
1998-03-31plant_closureannouncedPuerto RicoManufacturing (CD-ROM production)Item_1_Business
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Company stated intent to phase out Puerto Rico manufacturing operations and contract CD-ROM production to third parties; no headcount, timeline, or charge disclosed.
1998-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted1998-04-011998-04-01United StatesEntertainment software development (Tiburon Entertainment, Inc.)subsequent_events
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquisition completed after fiscal year-end but before filing date; EA held a prior minority stake. Headcount added not disclosed.
1998-03-31restructuringcompleted1997-07-25North AmericaCorporate / Maxis IntegrationUSD 10,792,000 (dollars)MD&A
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		Merger with Maxis, Inc. completed July 25, 1997. Costs included direct transaction fees and integration costs such as redundant facility costs, severance payments, equipment abandonment, and contract termination charges. Employee count not explicitly disclosed.
1998-03-31restructuringcompleted1997-07-251998-03-31GlobalVariousUSD 11 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Merger costs of $10.792 million recorded in fiscal 1998 related to the July 1997 merger with Maxis, Inc. Included severance payments, redundant facility costs, and equipment abandonment. No specific employee count disclosed.
1997-12-31acquisition_additioncompleted1997-12-011997-12-31JapanElectronic Arts Victor, Inc. (EAV)USD 2 (millions)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquired remaining 35% of EAV for ~$3.225M cash; $1.5M in-process technology charge. No headcount disclosed.
1997-12-31divestiture_reductioncompleted1997-12-011997-12-31United StatesCreative Wonders, LLC (50% JV with Walt Disney Company)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Sold 50% JV interest for $16.75M cash; $12.625M gain recognized. No headcount disclosed.
1997-09-30acquisition_additioncompleted1997-07-251997-07-25United StatesAllUSD 10,792 (thousands)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Merger completed 1997-07-25; ~4.1M EA shares exchanged for all Maxis stock, accounted for as pooling of interests. Charge of $10,792K comprised ~$2,781K direct transaction fees and ~$8,011K integration costs including severance, redundant facility costs, equipment abandonment, and contract terminations. No employee headcount added disclosed. ~$1,250K accrued for future cash expenditures as of 1997-09-30.
1997-09-30restructuringin_progress1997-07-251998-03-31United StatesAllUSD 8,011 (thousands)business_combinations_footnote
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Integration costs of $8,011K included redundant facility costs, severance payments, equipment abandonment, asset write-downs, and contract termination charges. Of total merger costs, ~$5,185K cash and ~$5,607K noncash. Company anticipates majority of remaining expenditures by end of fiscal 1998. No specific employee count disclosed.
1997-09-30restructuringin_progress1997-07-251998-03-31GlobalAll functionsUSD 11 (millions)restructuring_footnote
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Merger-related integration costs including severance payments, redundant facility costs, and contract termination charges. Employee count not disclosed.
1997-06-30acquisition_additioncompleted1997-07-251997-07-25United States (California)Interactive software development (Maxis, Inc.)subsequent_events
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Merger completed after quarter end; approximately 4.1 million EA shares exchanged, accounted for as pooling of interests. No Maxis headcount disclosed. Filing separately estimates about $2.5M direct transaction costs plus roughly $3.5M integration charge expected primarily in the quarter ending 1997-09-30; these are not labeled as severance.
1997-06-30acquisition_additionannounced1997-07-25CaliforniaInteractive Software Developmentsubsequent_events
f5-10q / Qwen3.6-27B-Q8_0		Merger with Maxis, Inc. completed July 25, 1997. Headcount not disclosed. Integration costs estimated at $3.5 million.
1997-03-31acquisition_additionannounced1997-06-041997-09-30United StatesInteractive software developmentsubsequent_events
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Definitive agreement to merge with Maxis, Inc.; approximately 4.1 million EA shares to be exchanged. No employee headcount disclosed for Maxis.
1996-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted1996-02-011996-02-28United States (Seattle, Washington)Product Developmentbusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquisition of Manley & Associates, an interactive software developer; accounted for as pooling of interests. Headcount not disclosed.
1996-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted1996-03-011996-03-31South Africa (Johannesburg)Distributionbusiness_combinations_footnote
f5-10k / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		Acquisition of Vision Software, an independent distributor of entertainment software; purchase price $500,000. Headcount not disclosed.
1996-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted1996-02-01Seattle, WashingtonInteractive software developerItem 1: Business - Acquisitions
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		In February 1996, Electronic Arts acquired Manley & Associates, an interactive software developer based in Seattle, Washington. Headcount not explicitly disclosed.
1996-03-31acquisition_additioncompleted1996-03-01Johannesburg, South AfricaDistributor of interactive softwareUSD 500,000 (actual)Item 1: Business - Acquisitions
f5-10k / Qwen3.6-27B-NVFP4-MTP-HTML		In March 1996, the Company acquired Vision Software, a distributor of interactive software based in Johannesburg, South Africa. Headcount not explicitly disclosed.
1995-12-31acquisition_additionannounced1996-01-31United States (Issaquah, Washington)Game development (independent software developer)subsequent_events
f5-10q / MiMo-V2.6-Flash-fp8-HTML		January 1996 acquisition of Manley & Associates, Inc.; approximately 60,000 shares issued, accounted for as pooling of interests. No employee count disclosed; announcement date stated only as month (1996-01).