"I am thrilled to return to EA where I can bring together my professional experience with my passion for the industry," said Brown. "It's a great opportunity to join EA at this pivotal time and support the company's growth initiatives in the years ahead."

"Eric's strong financial background, broad international experience and industry knowledge makes him a perfect fit for EA," said John Riccitiello, Chief Executive Officer. "Eric is a highly-regarded CFO, and we are looking forward to having him join our team."