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aybe not literally, but one Electronic Arts executive has hinted that at least one of the gaming behemoth's titles is headed to Facebook, further blurring the line between social-networking applications and the game industry. [1]
Electronic Arts (NSDQ: ERTS which continues to try to move its business " beyond the console is bringing Madden NFL to Facebook. A big economic shift is likely involved, since Madden NFL would presumably be ad- and virtual goods-supported on the social network. [3]
The digital business is now expected to reach at least $750 million in sales next year, up from about $575 million this year. By contrast, executives said that they are not counting on much-if any-growth in the company's traditional "packaged goods" business, which should account for about $3 billion in sales. [2]
Electronic Arts (NSDQ: ERTS which continues to try to move its business " beyond the console is bringing Madden NFL to Facebook. A big economic shift is likely involved, since Madden NFL would presumably be ad- and virtual goods-supported on the social network. [3]
The digital business is now expected to reach at least $750 million in sales next year, up from about $575 million this year. By contrast, executives said that they are not counting on much-if any-growth in the company's traditional "packaged goods" business, which should account for about $3 billion in sales. [2]