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Industry Pioneer Glen Schofield Reflects on EA, Activision Changes

12/14/2025

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Glen Schofield, founder of Sledgehammer Games, expressed concerns about the recent acquisitions of Electronic Arts (EA) and Activision, noting a significant industry transition.
He called the moment bittersweet, reflecting on how both companies have shifted from dominant publishers and talent incubators.
Schofield thanked both companies for their impact on his career and the gaming landscape.
Despite nostalgia, he said new leadership and studios will emerge, sustaining the industry's evolution.

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Glen Schofield, founder of Sledgehammer Games, expressed concerns about the recent acquisitions of Electronic Arts (EA) and Activision, noting a significant industry transition.
He called the moment bittersweet, reflecting on how both companies have shifted from dominant publishers and talent incubators.
Schofield thanked both companies for their impact on his career and the gaming landscape.
Despite nostalgia, he said new leadership and studios will emerge, sustaining the industry's evolution.