ELECTRONIC ARTS INC., 10-K filed on 5/13/2025
Annual Report
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Cover - USD ($)
$ in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
May 08, 2025
Sep. 27, 2024
Cover [Abstract]      
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Entity Registrant Name ELECTRONIC ARTS INC.    
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Entity Tax Identification Number 94-2838567    
Entity Address, Address Line One 209 Redwood Shores Parkway    
Entity Address, City or Town Redwood City    
Entity Address, State or Province CA    
Entity Address, Postal Zip Code 94065    
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Local Phone Number 628-1500    
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Trading Symbol EA    
Security Exchange Name NASDAQ    
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Entity Voluntary Filers No    
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Documents Incorporated by Reference
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Portions of the registrant’s definitive proxy statement for its 2025 Annual Meeting of Stockholders (the “2025 Proxy”) are incorporated by reference into Part III hereof. The 2025 Proxy is expected to be filed not later than 120 days after the registrant’s fiscal year end. Except with respect to information specifically incorporated by reference into this Form 10-K, the 2025 Proxy is not deemed to be filed as part hereof.
    
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Audit Information
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Audit Information [Abstract]  
Auditor Name KPMG LLP
Auditor Location Santa Clara, CA
Auditor Firm ID 185
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Consolidated Balance Sheets - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Current assets:    
Cash and cash equivalents $ 2,136 $ 2,900
Short-term investments 112 362
Receivables, net 679 565
Other current assets 349 420
Total current assets 3,276 4,247
Property and equipment, net 586 578
Goodwill 5,376 5,379
Acquisition-related intangibles, net 293 400
Deferred income taxes, net 2,420 2,380
Other assets 417 436
TOTAL ASSETS 12,368 13,420
Current liabilities:    
Accounts payable, accrued, and other current liabilities 1,359 1,276
Deferred net revenue (online-enabled games) 1,700 1,814
Senior notes, current, net 400 0
Total current liabilities 3,459 3,090
Senior notes, net 1,484 1,882
Income tax obligations 594 497
Other liabilities 445 438
Total liabilities 5,982 5,907
Commitments and contingencies (See Note 14)
Stockholders’ equity:    
Preferred stock, $0.01 par value. 10 shares authorized 0 0
Common stock, $0.01 par value. 1,000 shares authorized; 252 and 266 shares issued and outstanding, respectively 3 3
Additional paid-in capital 0 0
Retained earnings 6,470 7,582
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) (87) (72)
Total stockholders’ equity 6,386 7,513
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY $ 12,368 $ 13,420
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Consolidated Balance Sheets (Parenthetical) - $ / shares
shares in Millions
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Statement of Financial Position [Abstract]    
Preferred stock, par value (in dollars per share) $ 0.01 $ 0.01
Preferred stock, shares authorized (in shares) 10 10
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share) $ 0.01 $ 0.01
Common stock, shares authorized (in shares) 1,000 1,000
Common stock, shares outstanding (in shares) 252 266
Common stock, shares issued (in shares) 252 266
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Consolidated Statements Of Operations - USD ($)
shares in Millions, $ in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Income Statement [Abstract]      
Net revenue $ 7,463 $ 7,562 $ 7,426
Cost of revenue 1,543 1,710 1,792
Gross profit 5,920 5,852 5,634
Operating expenses:      
Research and development 2,569 2,420 2,328
Marketing and sales 962 1,019 978
General and administrative 745 691 727
Amortization and impairment of intangibles 67 142 158
Restructuring (See Note 8) 57 62 111
Total operating expenses 4,400 4,334 4,302
Operating income 1,520 1,518 1,332
Interest and other income (expense), net 85 71 (6)
Income before provision for income taxes 1,605 1,589 1,326
Provision for income taxes 484 316 524
Net income $ 1,121 $ 1,273 $ 802
Earnings per share:      
Basic (in dollars per share) $ 4.28 $ 4.71 $ 2.90
Diluted (in dollars per share) $ 4.25 $ 4.68 $ 2.88
Number of shares used in computation:      
Basic (in shares) 262 270 277
Diluted (in shares) 264 272 278
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Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income - USD ($)
$ in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]      
Net income $ 1,121 $ 1,273 $ 802
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax:      
Net gains (losses) on available-for-sale securities 0 1 2
Net gains (losses) on derivative instruments 1 (3) (34)
Foreign currency translation adjustments (16) (3) (50)
Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax (15) (5) (82)
Total comprehensive income $ 1,106 $ 1,268 $ 720
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Consolidated Statements Of Stockholders' Equity - USD ($)
shares in Thousands, $ in Millions
Total
Common Stock
Additional Paid-in Capital
Retained Earnings
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Beginning balance (in shares) at Mar. 31, 2022   280,051      
Beginning balance at Mar. 31, 2022 $ 7,625 $ 3 $ 0 $ 7,607 $ 15
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]          
Total comprehensive income (loss) 720     802 (82)
Stock-based compensation 548   548    
Issuance of common stock (in shares)   3,311      
Issuance of common stock (95)   (95)    
Repurchase and retirement of common stock (in shares)   (10,448)      
Common stock repurchases (1,295)   (453) (842)  
Cash dividends declared (210)     (210)  
Ending balance (in shares) at Mar. 31, 2023   272,914      
Ending balance at Mar. 31, 2023 7,293 $ 3 0 7,357 (67)
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]          
Total comprehensive income (loss) 1,268     1,273 (5)
Stock-based compensation 584   584    
Issuance of common stock (in shares)   3,496      
Issuance of common stock (119)   (119)    
Repurchase and retirement of common stock (in shares)   (9,995)      
Common stock repurchases (1,308)   (465) (843)  
Cash dividends declared $ (205)     (205)  
Ending balance (in shares) at Mar. 31, 2024 266,000 266,415      
Ending balance at Mar. 31, 2024 $ 7,513 $ 3 0 7,582 (72)
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]          
Total comprehensive income (loss) 1,106     1,121 (15)
Stock-based compensation 642   642    
Issuance of common stock (in shares)   3,532      
Issuance of common stock (156)   (156)    
Repurchase and retirement of common stock (in shares)   (17,632)      
Common stock repurchases (2,520)   (486) (2,034)  
Cash dividends declared $ (199)     (199)  
Ending balance (in shares) at Mar. 31, 2025 252,000 252,315      
Ending balance at Mar. 31, 2025 $ 6,386 $ 3 $ 0 $ 6,470 $ (87)
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Consolidated Statements Of Stockholders' Equity (Parenthetical) - $ / shares
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Statement of Stockholders' Equity [Abstract]      
Dividends paid (in dollars per share) $ 0.76 $ 0.76 $ 0.76
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Consolidated Statements Of Cash Flows - USD ($)
$ in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
OPERATING ACTIVITIES      
Net income $ 1,121 $ 1,273 $ 802
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:      
Depreciation, amortization, accretion and impairment 356 404 536
Stock-based compensation 642 584 548
Change in assets and liabilities:      
Receivables, net (115) 119 (34)
Other assets 40 148 (103)
Accounts payable, accrued, and other liabilities 190 (208) 144
Deferred income taxes, net (41) 82 (221)
Deferred net revenue (online-enabled games) (114) (87) (122)
Net cash provided by operating activities 2,079 2,315 1,550
INVESTING ACTIVITIES      
Capital expenditures (221) (199) (207)
Proceeds from maturities and sales of short-term investments 695 632 395
Purchase of short-term investments (437) (640) (405)
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities 37 (207) (217)
FINANCING ACTIVITIES      
Proceeds from issuance of common stock 78 77 80
Cash dividends paid (199) (205) (210)
Cash paid to taxing authorities for shares withheld from employees (234) (196) (175)
Common stock repurchases and excise taxes paid (2,508) (1,300) (1,295)
Net cash used in financing activities (2,863) (1,624) (1,600)
Effect of foreign exchange on cash and cash equivalents (17) (8) (41)
Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents (764) 476 (308)
Beginning cash and cash equivalents 2,900 2,424 2,732
Ending cash and cash equivalents 2,136 2,900 2,424
Supplemental cash flow information:      
Cash paid during the year for income taxes, net 404 300 583
Cash paid during the year for interest 56 56 56
Non-cash investing activities:      
Change in accrued capital expenditures $ 0 $ 25 $ (3)
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Description Of Business And Basis of Presentation
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]  
Description of Business and Basis of Presentation DESCRIPTION OF BUSINESS AND BASIS OF PRESENTATION
Electronic Arts is a global leader in digital interactive entertainment. We develop, market, publish and deliver games, content and services that can be experienced on game consoles, PCs, and mobile devices. We create innovative games and experiences that deliver high-quality interactive entertainment and drive engagement across our global network of hundreds of millions of players. Through our live services offerings, we offer high-quality experiences designed to provide value to players and extend and enhance gameplay. These live services include extra content, subscription offerings and other revenue generated in addition to the sale of our full games. We are focusing on building games and experiences that grow the global online communities around our key franchises; deepening engagement through connecting interactive storytelling to key intellectual property; and harnessing our communities to grow in, around, and beyond our games.

Consolidation
The accompanying Consolidated Financial Statements include the accounts of Electronic Arts Inc. and its wholly-owned subsidiaries. Intercompany balances and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.
Fiscal Year
Our fiscal year is reported on a 52- or 53-week period that ends on the Saturday nearest March 31. Our results of operations for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025 contained 52 weeks and ended on March 29, 2025. Our results of operations for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2024 and 2023, each contained 52 weeks and ended on March 30, 2024 and April 1, 2023, respectively. For simplicity of disclosure, all fiscal periods are referred to as ending on a calendar month end.
Use of Estimates
The preparation of Consolidated Financial Statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (“U.S. GAAP”) requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in our Consolidated Financial Statements and the accompanying notes. Such estimates include offering periods for deferred net revenue, sales returns and allowances, provisions for doubtful accounts, accrued liabilities, relative stand-alone selling price for identified performance obligations in our revenue transactions, losses on royalty commitments, estimates regarding the recoverability of prepaid royalties, long-lived assets, discount rates used in the measurement and recognition of lease liabilities, assets acquired and liabilities assumed in business combinations, certain estimates related to the measurement and recognition of costs resulting from our stock-based payment awards, unrecognized tax benefits, deferred income tax assets and associated valuation allowances, as well as estimates used in our goodwill, intangibles and short-term investment impairment tests. These estimates require us to make judgments, involve analysis of historical and future trends, can require extended periods of time to resolve, and are subject to change from period to period. In all cases, actual results could differ materially from our estimates.
Recently Adopted Accounting Standards
In November 2023, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) 2023-07, Segment Reporting (Topic 280): Improvements to Reportable Segment Disclosures. The amendments in this update expand annual and interim disclosure requirements for reportable segments, primarily through enhanced disclosures about significant segment expenses. We adopted ASU 2023-07 in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2025. The adoption did not have a material impact on our Consolidated Financial Statements. See Note 18 — Segment and Revenue Information to the Consolidated Financial Statements for further detail.
Recently Issued Accounting Standards
In December 2023, the FASB issued ASU 2023-09, Income Taxes (Topic 740): Improvement to Income Tax Disclosures. The amendments further enhance income tax disclosures, primarily through standardization and disaggregation of rate reconciliation categories and income taxes paid by jurisdiction. This ASU is effective for our annual report for fiscal year 2026, with early adoption permitted, and should be applied either prospectively or retrospectively. We are currently evaluating the impact of this ASU on our Consolidated Financial Statements and related disclosures.
In November 2024, the FASB issued ASU 2024-03, Income Statement - Reporting Comprehensive Income - Expense Disaggregation Disclosures (Subtopic 220-40): Disaggregation of Income Statement Expenses, which requires additional, disaggregated disclosure about certain income statement line items. This ASU is effective for our annual report for fiscal year 2028 and interim periods thereafter on a retrospective or prospective basis, with early adoption permitted. We are currently evaluating the timing of adoption and impact of this ASU on our Consolidated Financial Statements and related disclosures.
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Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Accounting Policies [Abstract]  
Summary of Significant Accounting Policies SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Cash, Cash Equivalents, and Short-Term Investments
Cash equivalents consist of highly liquid investments with insignificant interest rate risk and original or remaining maturities of three months or less at the time of purchase.
Short-term investments consist of debt securities with original or remaining maturities of greater than three months at the time of purchase and less than a year, and are accounted for as available-for-sale securities and are recorded at fair value. Cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments are available for use in current operations or other activities such as capital expenditures, business combinations and stock repurchases.
Unrealized gains and losses on our short-term investments are recorded as a component of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) in stockholders’ equity, net of tax, until either (1) the security is sold, (2) the security has matured, (3) we determine that the fair value of the security has declined below its adjusted cost basis and the decline is due to an expected credit loss, or (4) we intend to, or more likely than not would be required to, sell a security in an unrealized loss position before the recovery of its amortized cost basis. Realized gains and losses on our short-term investments are calculated based on the specific identification method and are reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) to interest and other income (expense), net. Determining whether a decline in fair value is due to an expected credit loss requires management judgment based on the specific facts and circumstances of each security. The ultimate value realized on these securities is subject to market price volatility until they are sold.
Our short-term investments are evaluated for allowances and impairment quarterly. For investments in an unrealized loss position, we consider various factors in determining whether we should recognize an allowance for expected credit losses or an impairment charge, including the credit quality of the issuer, changes to the rating of the security by rating agencies, the extent to which fair value is less than amortized cost, reason for the decline in value and potential recovery period, the financial condition and near-term prospects of the investees, our intent to sell and ability to hold the investment for a period of time sufficient to allow for any anticipated recovery in market value, and any contractual terms impacting the prepayment or settlement process, among other factors. We recognize an allowance for credit losses, up to the amount of unrealized loss when appropriate, and write down the amortized cost basis of the investment if we intend to, or it is more likely than not we will be required to, sell the investment before the recovery of its amortized cost basis. Allowances for credit losses and write-downs are recognized in our Consolidated Statements of Operations, and unrealized losses not related to credit losses are recognized in other comprehensive income (loss). Based on our evaluation, we did not recognize an allowance for credit losses, nor did we recognize any impairments, as of March 31, 2025 and 2024.
Property and Equipment, Net
Property and equipment, net, are stated at cost. Depreciation is calculated using the straight-line method over the following useful lives:
Buildings  
20 to 25 years
Computer equipment and software  
2 to 6 years
Equipment, furniture and fixtures, and other  
3 to 5 years
Leasehold improvements  
Lesser of the lease term or the estimated useful lives of the improvements, ranging from 1 to 14 years
We capitalize costs associated with internal-use software development once a project has reached the application development stage. Such capitalized costs include external direct costs utilized in developing or obtaining the software, and payroll and payroll-related expenses for employees who are directly associated with the development of the software. Capitalization of such costs begins when the preliminary project stage is complete and ceases at the point in which the project is substantially complete and is ready for its intended purpose. Once internal-use software is ready for its intended use, the assets are depreciated on a straight-line basis over each asset’s estimated useful life, which is generally three years. We also capitalize costs associated with the purchase of possessable internal-use software licenses in the period we obtain control of the licenses. The net book value of capitalized costs associated with internal-use software was $105 million and $93 million as of March 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively.
Acquisition-Related Intangibles and Other Long-Lived Assets
We recognize acquisition-related intangible assets, such as acquired developed and core technology, in connection with business combinations. We amortize the cost of acquisition-related intangible assets that have finite useful lives generally on a straight-line basis over the lesser of their estimated useful lives or the agreement terms, currently from two to seven years. We evaluate acquisition-related intangibles and other long-lived assets for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of an asset may not be recoverable. Recoverability of assets is measured by a comparison of the carrying amount of an asset to future undiscounted net cash flows expected to be generated by the asset group. This includes assumptions about future prospects for the business that the asset relates to and typically involves computations of the estimated future cash flows to be generated by these businesses. Based on these judgments and assumptions, we determine whether we need to take an impairment charge to reduce the value of the asset stated on our Consolidated Balance Sheets to reflect its estimated fair value. When we consider such assets to be impaired, the amount of impairment we recognize is measured by the amount by which the carrying amount of the asset exceeds its fair value.
Goodwill Impairment
In assessing impairment on our goodwill, we first analyze qualitative factors to determine whether it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount as a basis for determining whether it is necessary to perform a goodwill impairment test. The qualitative factors we assess include long-term prospects of our performance, share price trends and market capitalization, and Company specific events. If we conclude it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit exceeds its carrying amount, we do not need to perform an impairment test. If based on that assessment, we believe it is more likely than not that the fair value of the reporting unit is less than its carrying value we will measure goodwill for impairment by applying fair value-based tests at the reporting unit level. Reporting units are determined by the components of operating segments that constitute a business for which (1) discrete financial information is available, (2) segment management regularly reviews the operating results of that component, and (3) whether the component has dissimilar economic characteristics to other components. As of March 31, 2025, we have only one reportable segment, which represents our only operating segment.
Revenue Recognition
We derive revenue principally from sales of our games, and related extra content and services that can be experienced on game consoles, PCs, and mobile devices. Our product and service offerings include, but are not limited to, the following:
•full games with both online and offline functionality (“Games with Services”), which generally includes (1) the initial game delivered digitally or via physical disc at the time of sale and typically provide access to offline core game content (“software license”); (2) updates on a when-and-if-available basis, such as software patches or updates, and/or additional free content to be delivered in the future (“future update rights”); and (3) a hosted connection for online playability (“online hosting”);
•full games with online-only functionality which require an Internet connection to access all gameplay and functionality (“Online-Hosted Service Games”);
•extra content related to Games with Services and Online-Hosted Service Games which provides access to additional in-game content;
•subscriptions, such as EA Play and EA Play Pro, that generally offer access to a selection of full games, in-game content, online services and other benefits typically for a recurring monthly or annual fee; and
•licensing to third parties to distribute and host our games and content.
We evaluate and recognize revenue by:
•identifying the contract(s) with the customer;
•identifying the performance obligations in the contract;
•determining the transaction price;
•allocating the transaction price to performance obligations in the contract; and
•recognizing revenue as each performance obligation is satisfied through the transfer of a promised good or service to a customer (i.e., “transfer of control”).
Certain of our full game and/or extra content are sold to resellers with a contingency that the full game and/or extra content cannot be resold prior to a specific date (“Street Date Contingency”). We recognize revenue for transactions that have a Street Date Contingency when the Street Date Contingency is removed and the full game and/or extra content can be resold by the reseller. For digital full game and/or extra content downloads sold to customers, we recognize revenue when the full game and/or extra content is made available for download to the customer.
Online-Enabled Games
Games with Services. Our sales of Games with Services are evaluated to determine whether the software license, future update rights and the online hosting are distinct and separable. Sales of Games with Services are generally determined to have three distinct performance obligations: software license, future update rights, and the online hosting.
Since we do not sell the performance obligations on a stand-alone basis, we consider market conditions and other observable inputs to estimate the stand-alone selling price for each performance obligation. For Games with Services, generally 75 percent of the sales price is allocated to the software license performance obligation and recognized at a point in time when control of the license has been transferred to the customer. The remaining 25 percent is allocated to the future update rights and the online hosting performance obligations and recognized ratably as the service is provided (over the Estimated Offering Period).
Online-Hosted Service Games. Sales of our Online-Hosted Service Games are determined to have one distinct performance obligation: the online hosting. We recognize revenue from these arrangements ratably as the service is provided (over the Estimated Offering Period).
Extra Content. Revenue received from sales of downloadable content are derived primarily from the sale of virtual currencies and digital in-game content that are designed to extend and enhance players’ game experience. Sales of extra content are accounted for in a manner consistent with the treatment for our Games with Services and Online-Hosted Service Games as discussed above, depending upon whether or not the extra content has offline functionality. That is, if the extra content has offline functionality, then the extra content is accounted for similarly to Games with Services (generally determined to have three distinct performance obligations: software license, future update rights, and the online hosting). If the extra content does not have offline functionality, then the extra content is determined to have one distinct performance obligation: the online-hosted service.
Subscriptions
Sales of our subscriptions are determined to have one performance obligation: the online hosting. We recognize revenue from these arrangements ratably over the subscription term as the performance obligation is satisfied.
Licensing Revenue
We utilize third-party licensees to distribute and host our games and content in accordance with license agreements, for which the licensees typically pay us a fixed minimum guarantee and/or sales-based royalties. These arrangements typically include multiple performance obligations, such as a time-based license of software and future update rights. We recognize as revenue a portion of the minimum guarantee when we transfer control of the license of software (generally upon commercial launch) and the remaining portion ratably over the contractual term in which we provide the licensee with future update rights. Any sales-based royalties are generally recognized as the related sales occur by the licensee.
Significant Judgments around Revenue Arrangements
Identifying performance obligations. Performance obligations promised in a contract are identified based on the goods and services that will be transferred to the customer that are both capable of being distinct, (i.e., the customer can benefit from the goods or services either on its own or together with other resources that are readily available), and are distinct in the context of the contract (i.e., it is separately identifiable from other goods or services in the contract). To the extent a contract includes multiple promises, we must apply judgment to determine whether those promises are separate and distinct performance obligations. If these criteria are not met, the promises are accounted for as a combined performance obligation.
Determining the transaction price. The transaction price is determined based on the consideration that we will be entitled to receive in exchange for transferring our goods and services to the customer. Determining the transaction price often requires judgment, based on an assessment of contractual terms and business practices. It further includes review of variable consideration such as discounts, sales returns, price protection, and rebates, which is estimated at the time of the transaction. In addition, the transaction price does not include an estimate of the variable consideration related to sales-based royalties. Sales-based royalties are recognized as the sales occur.
Allocating the transaction price. Allocating the transaction price requires that we determine an estimate of the relative stand-alone selling price for each distinct performance obligation. Determining the relative stand-alone selling price is inherently subjective, especially in situations where we do not sell the performance obligation on a stand-alone basis (which occurs in the majority of our transactions). In those situations, we determine the relative stand-alone selling price based on various observable inputs using all information that is reasonably available. Examples of observable inputs and information include: historical internal pricing data, cost plus margin analysis, pre-release versus post-release costs, and pricing data from competitors to the extent the data is available. The results of our analysis resulted in a specific percentage of the transaction price being allocated to each performance obligation.
Determining the Estimated Offering Period. The offering period is the period in which we offer to provide the future update rights and/or online hosting for the game and related extra content sold. Because the offering period is not an explicitly defined period, we must make an estimate of the offering period for the service-related performance obligations (i.e., future update rights and online hosting). Determining the Estimated Offering Period is inherently subjective and is subject to regular revision. Generally, we consider the average period of time customers are online when estimating the offering period. We also consider the estimated period of time between the date a game unit is sold to a reseller and the date the reseller sells the game unit to the customer (i.e., time in channel). Based on these two factors, we then consider the method of distribution. For example, games and extra content sold at retail would have a composite offering period equal to the online gameplay period plus time in channel as opposed to digitally-distributed games and extra content which are delivered immediately via digital download and therefore, the offering period is estimated to be only the online gameplay period.
Additionally, we consider results from prior analyses, known and expected online gameplay trends, as well as disclosed service periods for competitors’ games in determining the Estimated Offering Period for future sales. We believe this provides a reasonable depiction of the transfer of future update rights and online hosting to our customers, as it is the best representation of the time period during which our games and extra content are experienced. We recognize revenue for future update rights and online hosting performance obligations ratably on a straight-line basis over this period as there is a consistent pattern of delivery for these performance obligations. Revenue for service-related performance obligations for digitally-distributed games and extra content is recognized over an estimated eight-month period beginning in the month of sale, revenue for service-related performance obligations for games and extra content sold through retail is recognized over an estimated ten-month period beginning in the month of sale, and revenue for service related performance obligations related to our PC and console free-to-play games is recognized generally over a twelve-month period beginning in the month of sale.
Principal Agent Considerations
We evaluate sales to end customers of our full games and related content via third-party storefronts, including digital storefronts such as Microsoft’s Xbox Store, Sony’s PlayStation Store, Apple App Store, and Google Play Store, in order to determine whether or not we are acting as the principal in the sale to the end customer, which we consider in determining if revenue should be reported gross or net of fees retained by the third-party storefront. An entity is the principal if it controls a good or service before it is transferred to the end customer. Key indicators that we evaluate in determining gross versus net treatment include but are not limited to the following:
•the underlying contract terms and conditions between the various parties to the transaction;
•which party is primarily responsible for fulfilling the promise to provide the specified good or service to the end customer;
•which party has discretion in establishing the price for the specified good or service; and
•which party has title risk before the specified good or service has been transferred to the end customer.
Based on an evaluation of the above indicators, except as discussed below, we have determined that generally the third party is considered the principal to end customers for the sale of our full games and related content. We therefore report revenue related to these arrangements net of the fees retained by the storefront. However, for sales arrangements via Apple App Store and Google Play Store, EA is considered the principal to the end customer and thus, we report revenue on a gross basis and mobile platform fees are reported within cost of revenue.
Payment Terms
Substantially all of our transactions have payment terms, whether customary or on an extended basis, of less than one year; therefore, we generally do not adjust the transaction price for the effects of any potential financing components that may exist.

Sales and Value-Added Taxes

Revenue is recorded net of taxes assessed by governmental authorities that are imposed at the time of the specific revenue-producing transaction between us and our customer, such as sales and value-added taxes.

Sales Returns and Price Protection Reserves

Sales returns and price protection are considered variable consideration. We reduce revenue for estimated future returns and price protection which may occur with our distributors and retailers (“channel partners”). Price protection represents our practice to provide our channel partners with a credit allowance to lower their wholesale price on a particular game unit that they have not resold to customers. The amount of the price protection for permanent markdowns is the difference between the old wholesale price and the new reduced wholesale price. Credits are also given for short-term promotions that temporarily reduce the wholesale price. In certain countries we also have a practice for allowing channel partners to return older products in the channel in exchange for a credit allowance.

When evaluating the adequacy of sales returns and price protection reserves, we analyze the following: historical credit allowances, current sell-through of our channel partners’ inventory of our products, current trends in retail and the video game industry, changes in customer demand, acceptance of our products, and other related factors. In addition, we monitor the volume of sales to our channel partners and their inventories, as substantial overstocking in the distribution channel could result in high returns or higher price protection in subsequent periods.

Taxes Collected from Customers and Remitted to Governmental Authorities
Taxes assessed by a government authority that are both imposed on and concurrent with specific revenue transactions between us and our customers are presented on a net basis in our Consolidated Statements of Operations.
Concentration of Credit Risk and Significant Customers
We extend credit to various customers. Collection of trade receivables may be affected by changes in economic or other industry conditions and may, accordingly, impact our overall credit risk. Although we generally do not require collateral, we perform ongoing credit evaluations of our customers and maintain reserves for potential credit losses. Invoices are aged based on contractual terms with our customers. The provision for doubtful accounts is recorded as a charge to general and administrative expense when a potential loss is identified. Losses are written off against the allowance when the receivable is determined to be uncollectible. At March 31, 2025, we had two customers who accounted for approximately 35 percent and 28 percent of our consolidated gross receivables, respectively. At March 31, 2024, we had two customers who accounted for approximately 32 percent and 27 percent of our consolidated gross receivables, respectively.
A majority of our sales are made via digital resellers, channel and platform partners. During the fiscal years 2025, 2024, and 2023, approximately 88 percent, 80 percent, and 81 percent, respectively, of our net revenue was derived from our top ten customers and/or platform partners.
Currently, a majority of our revenue is derived through sales of products and services playable on hardware consoles from Sony and Microsoft. For the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023, our net revenue for products and services on Sony’s PlayStation 4 and 5, and Microsoft’s Xbox One and Series X consoles (combined across all four platforms) was approximately 62 percent, 59 percent, and 58 percent, respectively. These platform partners have significant influence over the products and services that we offer on their platforms.
Short-term investments are placed with high quality financial institutions or in short-duration, investment-grade securities. We limit the amount of credit exposure in any one financial institution or type of investment instrument.
Royalties and Licenses
Royalty-based obligations with content licensors and distribution affiliates are either paid in advance and capitalized as prepaid royalties or are accrued as incurred and subsequently paid. For contracts with guaranteed minimums, these royalty-based obligations are generally expensed to cost of revenue at the greater of the contractual rate or an effective royalty rate based on the total projected net revenue. Prepayments made to thinly capitalized independent software developers and co-publishing affiliates are generally made in connection with the development of a particular product, and therefore, we are subject to development risk prior to the release of the product. Accordingly, payments that are due prior to completion of a product are generally expensed to research and development over the development period as the services are incurred. Payments due after completion of the product (primarily royalty-based in nature) are generally expensed as cost of revenue.
Our contracts with some licensors include minimum guaranteed royalty payments, which are initially recorded as an asset and as a liability at the contractual amount when no performance remains with the licensor. When performance remains with the licensor, we record guarantee payments as an asset when actually paid and as a liability when incurred, rather than recording the asset and liability upon execution of the contract.
Each quarter, we also evaluate the expected future realization of our royalty-based assets, as well as any unrecognized minimum commitments not yet paid to determine amounts we deem unlikely to be realized through future revenue. Any impairments or losses determined before the launch of a product are generally charged to research and development expense. Impairments or losses determined post-launch are charged to cost of revenue. We evaluate long-lived royalty-based assets for impairment using undiscounted cash flows when impairment indicators exist. If an impairment exists, then the related assets are written down to fair value. Unrecognized minimum royalty-based commitments are recognized when the underlying intellectual property is abandoned (i.e., the date EA commits to cease use of the IP) or the contractual rights to use the intellectual property are terminated.
Advertising Costs
We generally expense advertising costs as incurred, except for production costs associated with media campaigns, which are recognized as prepaid assets (to the extent paid in advance) and expensed at the first run of the advertisement. We are reimbursed by our vendors for certain advertising costs incurred by us that benefit our vendors. Such amounts are recognized as a reduction of marketing and sales expense if the advertising (1) is specific to the vendor, (2) represents an identifiable benefit to us, and (3) represents an incremental cost to us. For the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023, advertising expense, net of vendor reimbursements, totaled approximately $289 million, $375 million, and $348 million, respectively.
Software Development Costs
Research and development costs, which consist primarily of software development costs, are expensed as incurred. We are required to capitalize software development costs incurred for computer software to be sold, leased or otherwise marketed after technological feasibility of the software is established or for development costs that have alternative future uses. Under our current practice of developing games, the technological feasibility of the underlying software is not established until substantially all product development and testing is complete, which generally includes the development of a working model. Software development costs that have been capitalized to date have been insignificant.
Foreign Currency Translation
Generally, the functional currency for our foreign operating subsidiaries is its local currency. Assets and liabilities of foreign operations are translated into U.S. dollars using month-end exchange rates, and revenue and expenses are translated into U.S. dollars using average exchange rates. The effects of foreign currency translation adjustments are included as a component of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) in stockholders’ equity.
Foreign currency transaction gains and losses are a result of the effect of exchange rate changes on transactions denominated in currencies other than the functional currency. Net gains (losses) on foreign currency transactions of $(29) million, $(10) million, and $31 million for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023, respectively, are included in interest and other income (expense), net, in our Consolidated Statements of Operations. These net gains (losses) on foreign currency transactions are partially offset by net gains (losses) on our foreign currency forward contracts of $45 million, $12 million, and $(29) million for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023, respectively. See Note 5 for additional information on our foreign currency forward contracts.
Income Taxes
We recognize deferred tax assets and liabilities for both the expected impact of differences between the financial statement amount and the tax basis of assets and liabilities and for the expected future tax benefit to be derived from tax losses and tax credit carryforwards. We do not recognize any deferred taxes related to the U.S. taxes on foreign earnings as we recognize these taxes as a period cost.
Every quarter, we perform a realizability analysis to evaluate whether it is more likely than not that all or a portion of our deferred tax assets will not be realized. Our Swiss deferred tax asset realizability analysis relies upon future Swiss taxable income, and considers all available sources of Swiss income based on positive and negative evidence. We give more weight to evidence that can be objectively verified. However, estimating future Swiss taxable income requires judgment, specifically related to assumptions about expected growth rates of future Swiss taxable income, which are based primarily on third party market and industry growth data. Actual results that differ materially from those estimates could have a material impact on our valuation allowance assessment. Although objectively verifiable, Swiss interest rates have an impact on the valuation allowance and are based on published Swiss guidance. Any significant changes to such interest rates could result in a material impact to the valuation allowance. Switzerland has a seven-year carryforward period and does not permit the carry back of losses. Actions we take in connection with acquisitions could also impact the utilization of our Swiss deferred tax asset.

Stock Repurchases
Shares of our common stock repurchased pursuant to our repurchase program, if any, are retired. The purchase price of such repurchased shares of common stock is recorded as a reduction to additional paid-in capital. If the balance in additional paid-in capital is exhausted, the excess is recorded as a reduction to retained earnings.

Restructuring
We generally recognize employee severance costs when payments are probable and amounts are estimable or when notification occurs, depending on the region in which an employee works. Costs related to non-lease contracts without future benefit or contract termination are recognized at the earlier of the contract termination or the cease-use dates. Other exit-related costs are recognized as incurred.
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Fair Value Measurements
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]  
Fair Value Measurements FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS
There are various valuation techniques used to estimate fair value, the primary one being the price that would be received from selling an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. When determining fair value, we consider the principal or most advantageous market in which we would transact and consider assumptions that market participants would use when pricing the asset or liability. We measure certain financial and nonfinancial assets and liabilities at fair value on a recurring and nonrecurring basis.
Fair Value Hierarchy
The three levels of inputs that may be used to measure fair value are as follows:
•Level 1. Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.
•Level 2. Observable inputs other than quoted prices included within Level 1, such as quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities, quoted prices in markets with insufficient volume or infrequent transactions (less active markets), or model-derived valuations in which all significant inputs are observable or can be derived principally from or corroborated with observable market data for substantially the full term of the assets or liabilities.
•Level 3. Unobservable inputs to the valuation methodology that are significant to the measurement of the fair value of assets or liabilities.
Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis
As of March 31, 2025 and 2024, our assets and liabilities that were measured and recorded at fair value on a recurring basis were as follows (in millions):
  Fair Value Measurements at Reporting Date Using 
 
As of
March 31, 2025
Quoted Prices in
Active Markets for Identical
Financial Instruments		Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs		Significant
Unobservable
Inputs		 
 (Level 1)(Level 2)(Level 3)Balance Sheet Classification
Assets
Bank and time deposits$58 $58 $— $— Cash equivalents
Money market funds904 904 — — Cash equivalents
Available-for-sale securities:
Corporate bonds46 — 46 — Short-term investments
U.S. Treasury securities12 12 — — Short-term investments
Foreign government securities4 — 4 — Short-term investments
Asset-backed securities50 — 50 — Short-term investments
Foreign currency derivatives28 — 28 — Other current assets and other assets
Deferred compensation plan assets (a)
36 36 — — Other assets
Total assets at fair value$1,138 $1,010 $128 $— 
Liabilities
Foreign currency derivatives$26 $— $26 $— Accounts payable, accrued, and other current liabilities and other liabilities
Deferred compensation plan liabilities (a)
36 36 — — Other liabilities
Total liabilities at fair value$62 $36 $26 $— 
  Fair Value Measurements at Reporting Date Using 
 As of
March 31,
2024		Quoted Prices in
Active Markets for Identical
Financial Instruments		Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs		Significant
Unobservable
Inputs		 
 (Level 1)(Level 2)(Level 3)Balance Sheet Classification
Assets
Bank and time deposits$58 $58 $— $— Cash equivalents
Money market funds1,038 1,038 — — Cash equivalents
Available-for-sale securities:
Corporate bonds130 — 130 — Short-term investments
U.S. Treasury securities95 95 — — Short-term investments
U.S. agency securities9 — 9 — Short-term investments
Commercial paper74 — 74 — Short-term investments and cash equivalents
Foreign government securities8 — 8 — Short-term investments
Asset-backed securities41 — 41 — Short-term investments
Certificates of deposit 13 — 13 — Short-term investments
Foreign currency derivatives29 — 29 — Other current assets and other assets
Deferred compensation plan assets (a)
30 30 — — Other assets
Total assets at fair value$1,525 $1,221 $304 $— 
Liabilities
Foreign currency derivatives$20 $— $20 $— Accounts payable, accrued, and other current liabilities and other liabilities
Deferred compensation plan liabilities (a)
31 31 — — Other liabilities
Total liabilities at fair value$51 $31 $20 $— 
(a)The Deferred Compensation Plan consists of various mutual funds. See Note 15 for additional information regarding our Deferred Compensation Plan.
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Financial Instruments
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Financial Instruments [Abstract]  
Financial Instruments FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
Cash and Cash Equivalents
As of March 31, 2025 and 2024, our cash and cash equivalents were $2,136 million and $2,900 million, respectively. Cash equivalents were valued using quoted market prices or other readily available market information.
Short-Term Investments
Short-term investments consisted of the following as of March 31, 2025 and 2024 (in millions):
 
As of March 31, 2025
As of March 31, 2024
 Cost or
Amortized
Cost		Gross UnrealizedFair
Value		Cost or
Amortized
Cost		Gross UnrealizedFair
Value
 GainsLossesGainsLosses
Corporate bonds$46 $— $— $46 $130 $— $— $130 
U.S. Treasury securities12 — — 12 95 — — 95 
U.S. agency securities— — — — 9 — — 9 
Commercial paper— — — — 66 — — 66 
Foreign government securities4 — — 4 8 — — 8 
Asset-backed securities50 — — 50 41 — — 41 
Certificates of deposit— — — — 13 — — 13 
Short-term investments$112 $— $— $112 $362 $— $— $362 
The following table summarizes the amortized cost and fair value of our short-term investments, classified by stated maturity as of March 31, 2025 and 2024 (in millions):
 
As of March 31, 2025
As of March 31, 2024
 Amortized
Cost		Fair
Value		Amortized
Cost		Fair
Value
Short-term investments
Due within 1 year$46 $46 $231 $231 
Due 1 year through 5 years63 63 126 126 
Due after 5 years3 3 5 5 
Short-term investments$112 $112 $362 $362 
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Derivative Financial Instruments
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]  
Derivative Financial Instruments DERIVATIVE FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
Assets or liabilities associated with our derivative instruments and hedging activities are recorded at fair value in other current assets/other assets, or accounts payable, accrued, and other current liabilities/other liabilities, respectively, on our Consolidated Balance Sheets. As discussed below, the accounting for gains and losses resulting from changes in fair value depends on the use of the derivative instrument and whether it is designated and qualifies for hedge accounting.
We transact business in various foreign currencies and have significant international sales and expenses denominated in foreign currencies, subjecting us to foreign currency risk. We purchase foreign currency forward contracts, generally with maturities of 18 months or less, to reduce the volatility of cash flows primarily related to forecasted revenue and expenses denominated in certain foreign currencies. Our cash flow risks are primarily related to fluctuations in the Euro, British pound sterling, Canadian dollar, Swedish krona, Australian dollar, Japanese yen, Chinese yuan, South Korean won and Polish zloty. In addition, we utilize foreign currency forward contracts to mitigate foreign currency exchange risk associated with foreign-currency-denominated monetary assets and liabilities, primarily intercompany receivables and payables. The foreign currency forward contracts not designated as hedging instruments generally have a contractual term of approximately three months or less and are transacted near month-end. We do not use foreign currency forward contracts for speculative trading purposes.
Cash Flow Hedging Activities
Certain of our forward contracts are designated and qualify as cash flow hedges. To qualify for hedge accounting treatment, all hedging relationships are formally documented at the inception of the hedges and must be highly effective in offsetting changes to future cash flows on hedged transactions. The derivative assets or liabilities associated with our hedging activities are recorded at fair value in other current assets/other assets, or accounts payable, accrued, and other current liabilities/other liabilities, respectively, on our Consolidated Balance Sheets. The gains or losses resulting from changes in the fair value of these hedges are initially reported, net of tax, as a component of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) in stockholders’ equity. The gains or losses resulting from changes in the fair value of these hedges are subsequently reclassified into net revenue or research and development expenses, as appropriate, in the period when the forecasted transaction is recognized in our Consolidated Statements of Operations. In the event that the underlying forecasted transactions do not occur, or it becomes remote that they will occur within the defined hedge period, the gains or losses on the related cash flow hedges are reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) to net revenue or research and development expenses, in our Consolidated Statements of Operations.
Total gross notional amounts and fair values for currency derivatives with cash flow hedge accounting designation are as follows (in millions):
As of March 31, 2025
As of March 31, 2024
Notional AmountFair ValueNotional AmountFair Value
AssetLiabilityAssetLiability
Forward contracts to purchase$463 $4 $7 $413 $1 $4 
Forward contracts to sell$1,970 $20 $16 $2,329 $24 $11 
The effects of cash flow hedge accounting in our Consolidated Statements of Operations for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023 are as follows (in millions):
Year Ended March 31,
202520242023
Net revenueResearch and developmentNet revenueResearch and developmentNet revenueResearch and development
Total amounts presented in our Consolidated Statements of Operations in which the effects of cash flow hedges are recorded$7,463 $2,569 $7,562 $2,420 $7,426 $2,328 
Gains (losses) on foreign currency forward contracts designated as cash flow hedges$18 $(11)$56 $(8)$185 $(18)
Balance Sheet Hedging Activities
Our foreign currency forward contracts that are not designated as hedging instruments are accounted for as derivatives whereby the fair value of the contracts are reported as other current assets or accounts payable, accrued, and other current liabilities on our Consolidated Balance Sheets, and gains and losses resulting from changes in the fair value are reported in interest and other income (expense), net, in our Consolidated Statements of Operations. The gains and losses on these foreign currency forward contracts generally offset the gains and losses in the underlying foreign-currency-denominated monetary assets and liabilities, which are also reported in interest and other income (expense), net, in our Consolidated Statements of Operations.
Total gross notional amounts and fair values for currency derivatives that are not designated as hedging instruments are accounted for as follows (in millions):
As of March 31, 2025
As of March 31, 2024
Notional AmountFair ValueNotional AmountFair Value
AssetLiabilityAssetLiability
Forward contracts to purchase$511 $1 $2 $452 $— $5 
Forward contracts to sell$582 $3 $1 $419 $4 $— 
The effect of foreign currency forward contracts not designated as hedging instruments in our Consolidated Statements of Operations for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023, was as follows (in millions):
 Year Ended March 31,
 202520242023
Interest and other income (expense), net
Total amounts presented in our Consolidated Statements of Operations in which the effects of balance sheet hedges are recorded$85 $71 $(6)
Gains (losses) on foreign currency forward contracts not designated as hedging instruments$45 $12 $(29)
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Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Abstract]  
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)
The changes in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) by component, net of tax, for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023 are as follows (in millions):
Unrealized Net Gains (Losses) on Available-for-Sale SecuritiesUnrealized Net Gains (Losses) on Derivative InstrumentsForeign Currency Translation AdjustmentsTotal
Balances as of March 31, 2022$(3)$47 $(29)$15 
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications1 133 (50)84 
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)1 (167)— (166)
Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax2 (34)(50)(82)
Balances as of March 31, 2023$(1)$13 $(79)$(67)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications1 45 (3)43 
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)— (48)— (48)
Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax1 (3)(3)(5)
Balances as of March 31, 2024$— $10 $(82)$(72)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications— 8 (16)(8)
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)— (7)— (7)
Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax— 1 (16)(15)
Balances as of March 31, 2025$— $11 $(98)$(87)
The effects on net income of amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023 were as follows (in millions):
 Statement of Operations ClassificationAmount Reclassified From Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Year Ended March 31,
202520242023
(Gains) losses on available-for-sale securities:
Interest and other income (expense), net$— $— $1 
Total, net of tax— — 1 
(Gains) losses on foreign currency forward contracts designated as cash flow hedges
Net revenue(18)(56)(185)
Research and development11 8 18 
Total, net of tax(7)(48)(167)
Total net (gain) loss reclassified, net of tax$(7)$(48)$(166)
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Goodwill And Acquisition-Related Intangibles, Net
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]  
Goodwill And Acquisition-Related Intangibles, Net GOODWILL AND ACQUISITION-RELATED INTANGIBLES, NET
The changes in the carrying amount of goodwill for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025 are as follows (in millions):
As of
March 31, 2024
ActivityEffects of Foreign Currency Translation
As of
March 31, 2025
Goodwill$5,747 $— $(3)$5,744 
Accumulated impairment(368)— — (368)
Total$5,379 $— $(3)$5,376 
The changes in the carrying amount of goodwill for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2024 are as follows (in millions):
As of
March 31, 2023
ActivityEffects of Foreign Currency Translation
As of
March 31, 2024
Goodwill$5,748 $— $(1)$5,747 
Accumulated impairment(368)— — (368)
Total$5,380 $— $(1)$5,379 
Acquisition-related intangibles consisted of the following (in millions):
 
As of March 31, 2025
As of March 31, 2024
 Gross
Carrying
Amount		Accumulated
Amortization		Acquisition-
Related
Intangibles, Net		Gross
Carrying
Amount		Accumulated
Amortization		Acquisition-
Related
Intangibles, Net
Developed and core technology$933 $(790)$143 $1,025 $(821)$204 
Trade names and trademarks501 (351)150 502 (306)196 
Registered user base and other intangibles56 (56)— 56 (56)— 
Total$1,490 $(1,197)$293 $1,583 $(1,183)$400 
Amortization of intangibles, including impairments, for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023 are classified in the Consolidated Statements of Operations as follows (in millions):
 Year Ended March 31,
 202520242023
Cost of revenue$40 $76 $120 
Operating expenses67 142 158 
Restructuring— — 66 
Total$107 $218 $344 
During fiscal year 2025, we did not recognize any material impairment charges for acquisition-related intangible assets.
During fiscal year 2024, we recorded impairment charges of $70 million for acquisition-related intangible assets, of which $53 million was recorded within operating expenses and $17 million was recorded within cost of revenue.
During fiscal year 2023, we recorded impairment charges of $106 million for acquisition-related intangible assets, of which $66 million was recorded within restructuring, $28 million was recorded within operating expenses, and $12 million was recorded within cost of revenue.
Acquisition-related intangible assets are generally amortized using the straight-line method over the lesser of their estimated useful lives or the agreement terms, currently ranging from 2 to 7 years. As of March 31, 2025 and 2024, the weighted-average remaining useful life for acquisition-related intangible assets was approximately 3.2 years and 4.1 years, respectively.
As of March 31, 2025, future amortization of finite-lived acquisition-related intangibles that will be recorded in the Consolidated Statements of Operations is estimated as follows (in millions):
Fiscal Year Ending March 31, 
2026$102 
202783 
202880 
202928 
Total$293 
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Restructuring Activities
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Restructuring and Related Activities [Abstract]  
Restructuring Activities RESTRUCTURING ACTIVITIES
Fiscal 2024 Restructuring
In fiscal year 2024, we announced a restructuring plan (the “2024 Restructuring Plan”) focused on aligning our portfolio, investments, and resources in support of our strategic priorities and growth initiatives. This plan reflects actions driven by portfolio rationalization, including costs associated with licensor commitments, as well as reductions in real estate and headcount. The actions associated with this plan were substantially completed by March 31, 2025.
Since the inception of the 2024 Restructuring Plan through March 31, 2025, we have incurred net charges of $123 million. We do not expect to incur any additional restructuring charges under this plan.
Restructuring activities as of the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025 was as follows (in millions):
Licensor Commitments (a)
Workforce (a)
Office Space ReductionsTotal
Charges to operations$30 $29 $2 $61 
Charges settled in cash(17)(5)— (22)
Impairment and other charges(13)— (2)(15)
Liability as of March 31, 2024$— $24 $— $24 
Charges to operations5 — 57 62 
Charges settled in cash— (24)— (24)
Impairment and other charges(5)— (57)(62)
Liability as of March 31, 2025$— $— $— $— 
(a) Charges are recorded within Restructuring in the Consolidated Statement of Operations.
Of the $59 million in charges associated with office space reductions to date under the 2024 Restructuring Plan, $52 million is recorded within Restructuring during fiscal year 2025, as it is related to impairments of right-of-use assets and associated property, plant, and equipment for certain operating leases, and $7 million is recorded within General and administrative expenses in the Consolidated Statement of Operations.
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Royalties And Licenses
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Royalties And Licenses [Abstract]  
Royalties And Licenses ROYALTIES AND LICENSES
Our royalty expenses consist of payments to (1) content licensors, (2) independent software developers, and (3) co-publishing and/or distribution affiliates. Content license royalties consist of payments made to sports organizations, movie studios, and others for our use of their trademarks, copyrights, personal publicity rights, content and/or other intellectual property. Royalty payments to independent software developers are payments for the development of intellectual property related to our games. Co-publishing and distribution royalties are payments made to third parties for the delivery of products.
During fiscal years 2025 and 2023, we did not recognize any material losses or impairment charges on royalty-based commitments.
During fiscal year 2024, we recorded impairment charges of $30 million for costs associated with licensor commitments, all of which were recorded within Restructuring in the Consolidated Statement of Operations.
The current and long-term portions of prepaid royalties and minimum guaranteed royalty-related assets, included in other current assets and other assets, consisted of (in millions):
 As of March 31,
 20252024
Other current assets$55 $98 
Other assets23 24 
Royalty-related assets$78 $122 
At any given time, depending on the timing of our payments to our content licensors, independent software developers, co-publishing, and/or distribution affiliates, we classify any recognized unpaid royalty amounts due to these parties as accrued liabilities. The current and long-term portions of accrued royalties, included in accrued and other current liabilities and other liabilities, consisted of (in millions):
 As of March 31,
 20252024
Accounts payable, accrued, and other current liabilities$226 $189 
Other liabilities9 20 
Royalty-related liabilities$235 $209 
As of March 31, 2025, we were committed to pay approximately $1,509 million to content licensors, independent software developers, and co-publishing and/or distribution affiliates, but performance remained with the counterparty (i.e., delivery of the product or content or other factors) and such commitments were therefore not recorded in our Consolidated Financial Statements. See Note 14 for further information on our developer and licensor commitments.
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Balance Sheet Details
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Balance Sheet Related Disclosures [Abstract]  
Balance Sheet Details BALANCE SHEET DETAILS
Property and Equipment, Net
Property and equipment, net, as of March 31, 2025 and 2024 consisted of (in millions):
 As of March 31,
 20252024
Computer, equipment and software$1,033 $965 
Buildings379 376 
Leasehold improvements229 190 
Equipment, furniture and fixtures, and other109 92 
Land66 67 
Construction in progress21 47 
1,837 1,737 
Less: accumulated depreciation(1,251)(1,159)
Property and equipment, net$586 $578 
Depreciation expense associated with property and equipment was $204 million, $196 million and $193 million for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023, respectively.
Accounts Payable, Accrued, and Other Current Liabilities
Accounts payable, accrued, and other current liabilities as of March 31, 2025 and 2024 consisted of (in millions):
 As of March 31,
 20252024
Accounts payable$105 $110 
Accrued compensation and benefits486 476 
Accrued royalties226 189 
Deferred net revenue (other)94 59 
Operating lease liabilities (See Note 13)
67 66 
Other accrued expenses297 286 
Sales returns and price protection reserves84 90 
Accounts payable, accrued, and other current liabilities$1,359 $1,276 
Deferred net revenue (other) includes the deferral of licensing arrangements, subscription revenue, and other revenue for which revenue recognition criteria has not been met.
Deferred net revenue
Deferred net revenue as of March 31, 2025 and 2024, consisted of (in millions):
As of March 31,
20252024
Deferred net revenue (online-enabled games)$1,700 $1,814 
Deferred net revenue (other)94 59 
Deferred net revenue (noncurrent)72 85 
Total deferred net revenue$1,866 $1,958 
During the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025 and 2024, we recognized $1,875 million and $1,987 million of revenue, respectively, that were included in the deferred net revenue balance at the beginning of the period.
Remaining Performance Obligations
As of March 31, 2025, revenue allocated to remaining performance obligations consists of our deferred revenue balance of $1,866 million. These balances exclude any estimates for future variable consideration as we have elected the optional exemption to exclude sales-based royalty revenue.
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Income Taxes
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]  
Income Taxes INCOME TAXES
The components of our income before provision for income taxes for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023 are as follows (in millions):
 Year Ended March 31,
 202520242023
Domestic$447 $437 $315 
Foreign1,158 1,152 1,011 
Income before provision for income taxes$1,605 $1,589 $1,326 
Provision for income taxes for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023 consisted of (in millions):
 CurrentDeferredTotal
Year Ended March 31, 2025
Federal$369 $(136)$233 
State53 (28)25 
Foreign102 124 226 
$524 $(40)$484 
Year Ended March 31, 2024
Federal$138 $85 $223 
State20 9 29 
Foreign76 (12)64 
$234 $82 $316 
Year Ended March 31, 2023
Federal$570 $(339)$231 
State92 (76)16 
Foreign75 202 277 
$737 $(213)$524 
The differences between the statutory tax rate and our effective tax rate, expressed as a percentage of income before provision for income taxes, for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023 were as follows:
 Year Ended March 31,
 202520242023
Statutory federal tax expense rate21.0 %21.0 %21.0 %
State taxes, net of federal benefit0.9 %1.1 %1.1 %
Differences between statutory rate and foreign effective tax rate3.8 %2.9 %7.6 %
Research and development credits(2.3)%(2.4)%(3.0)%
Swiss valuation allowance3.2 %(0.3)%8.9 %
Effect of change in enacted tax rate— %(5.8)%— %
Non-deductible stock-based compensation3.2 %2.8 %3.2 %
Other0.4 %0.6 %0.7 %
Effective tax rate30.2 %19.9 %39.5 %
During the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025, we recognized a $51 million tax charge to increase the valuation allowance on Swiss deferred tax assets as a result of various factors including our business operations, geographical income mix, and an increase in the Swiss interest rates. Excluding the effect of the change in valuation allowance, the effective tax rate for fiscal year 2025 would have been 27.0 percent.

During the fiscal year ended March 31, 2024, we recognized a $92 million tax benefit to remeasure our Swiss deferred tax assets as a result of an increase in the Swiss statutory tax rate. In addition, we recognized a lower period cost for U.S. tax on our
non-U.S. earnings, including a cumulative one-time benefit, due to R&D capitalization guidance issued by the U.S. Treasury during the fiscal year. Excluding the effects of these items, the effective tax rate for fiscal year 2024 would have been 26.7 percent.

During the fiscal year ended March 31, 2023, we recognized a $118 million tax charge to increase the valuation allowance on Swiss deferred tax assets, primarily as a result of an increase in Swiss interest rates.

Our foreign subsidiaries are generally subject to U.S. tax, and to the extent earnings from these subsidiaries can be repatriated without a material tax cost, such earnings will not be indefinitely reinvested. As of March 31, 2025, approximately $1.1 billion of our cash and cash equivalents were domiciled in foreign tax jurisdictions. All of our foreign cash is available for repatriation without a material tax cost.
The components of net deferred tax assets, as of March 31, 2025 and 2024 consisted of (in millions):
 As of March 31,
 20252024
Deferred tax assets:
Accruals, reserves and other expenses$227 $200 
Tax credit carryforwards235 222 
Research and development capitalization523 375 
Stock-based compensation43 41 
Net operating loss and capital loss carryforwards450 403 
Swiss intra-entity tax asset1,485 1,618 
Total2,963 2,859 
Valuation allowance(534)(464)
Deferred tax assets, net of valuation allowance2,429 2,395 
Deferred tax liabilities:
Amortization and depreciation(7)(10)
Other(3)(6)
Total(10)(16)
Deferred tax assets, net of valuation allowance and deferred tax liabilities$2,419 $2,379 
As of March 31, 2025, we have net operating loss carry forwards of approximately $3.0 billion of which approximately $40 million is attributable to various acquired companies. The net operating loss carry forwards include $2.9 billion related to Switzerland and $31 million related to California. Substantially all of these carryforwards, if not fully realized, will begin to expire in fiscal year 2027. Switzerland has a seven-year carryforward period and does not permit the carry back of losses. We also have U.S. federal credit carryforwards of $6 million and California credit carryforwards of $219 million. The California tax credit carryforwards can be carried forward indefinitely.
As of March 31, 2025, we maintained a total valuation allowance of $534 million related to certain U.S. state deferred tax assets, Swiss deferred tax assets, and foreign capital loss carryovers, due to uncertainty about the future realization of these assets.
The total unrecognized tax benefits as of March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023 were $688 million, $804 million and $867 million, respectively. A reconciliation of the beginning and ending balance of unrecognized tax benefits is summarized as follows (in millions):
Balance as of March 31, 2022$636 
Increases in unrecognized tax benefits related to current year tax positions245 
Decreases in unrecognized tax benefits related to settlements with taxing authorities(2)
Reductions in unrecognized tax benefits due to lapse of applicable statute of limitations(6)
Changes in unrecognized tax benefits due to foreign currency translation(6)
Balance as of March 31, 2023867 
Increases in unrecognized tax benefits related to prior year tax positions14 
Decreases in unrecognized tax benefits related to prior year tax positions(173)
Increases in unrecognized tax benefits related to current year tax positions97 
Reductions in unrecognized tax benefits due to lapse of applicable statute of limitations(2)
Changes in unrecognized tax benefits due to foreign currency translation1 
Balance as of March 31, 2024804 
Increases in unrecognized tax benefits related to prior year tax positions18 
Decreases in unrecognized tax benefits related to prior year tax positions(214)
Increases in unrecognized tax benefits related to current year tax positions94 
Decreases in unrecognized tax benefits related to settlements with taxing authorities(12)
Reductions in unrecognized tax benefits due to lapse of applicable statute of limitations(2)
Balance as of March 31, 2025$688 
As of March 31, 2025, approximately $482 million of the unrecognized tax benefits would affect our effective tax rate, a portion of which would be impacted by a valuation allowance.
Interest and penalties related to estimated obligations for tax positions taken in our tax returns are recognized in income tax expense in our Consolidated Statements of Operations. The combined amount of accrued interest and penalties related to tax positions taken on our tax returns and included in non-current other liabilities was approximately $127 million as of March 31, 2025 and $91 million as of March 31, 2024.
We file income tax returns in the United States, including various state and local jurisdictions. As of March 31, 2025, our subsidiaries file tax returns in various foreign jurisdictions, including Canada, Germany, South Korea, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. As of the period ended March 31, 2025, we remain subject to income tax examination in these jurisdictions, including the United States for fiscal years after 2017, Canada for fiscal years after 2014, Germany for fiscal years after 2016, South Korea for fiscal years after 2018, Switzerland for fiscal years after 2014, and the United Kingdom for fiscal years after 2021.
We are currently under income tax examination in various jurisdictions, including the United States for fiscal years 2018 through 2021.
The timing and potential resolution of income tax examinations is highly uncertain. While we continue to measure our uncertain tax positions, the amounts ultimately paid, if any, upon resolution of the issues raised by the taxing authorities may differ materially from the amounts accrued.
It is also reasonably possible that material reduction of unrecognized tax benefits may occur within the next 12 months, a portion of which would impact our effective tax rate. The actual amount could vary significantly depending on the ultimate timing and nature of any settlements and tax interpretations.
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Financing Arrangement
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]  
Financing Arrangement FINANCING ARRANGEMENTS
Senior Notes
In February 2021, we issued $750 million aggregate principal amount of 1.85% Senior Notes due February 15, 2031 (the “2031 Notes”) and $750 million aggregate principal amount of 2.95% Senior Notes due February 15, 2051 (the “2051 Notes”). Our proceeds were $1,478 million, net of discount of $6 million and issuance costs of $16 million. Both the discount and issuance costs are being amortized to interest expense over the respective terms of the 2031 Notes and the 2051 Notes using the effective interest rate method. The effective interest rate is 1.98% for the 2031 Notes and 3.04% for the 2051 Notes. Interest is payable semiannually in arrears, on February 15 and August 15 of each year.
In February 2016, we issued $400 million aggregate principal amount of 4.80% Senior Notes due March 1, 2026 (the “2026 Notes”). Our proceeds were $395 million, net of discount of $1 million and issuance costs of $4 million. Both the discount and issuance costs are being amortized to interest expense over the term of the 2026 Notes using the effective interest rate method. The effective interest rate was 4.97%. Interest is payable semiannually in arrears, on March 1 and September 1 of each year.
The carrying and fair values of the Senior Notes are as follows (in millions):
  
As of
March 31, 2025
As of
March 31, 2024
Senior Notes:
4.80% Senior Notes due 2026
$400 $400 
1.85% Senior Notes due 2031
750 750 
2.95% Senior Notes due 2051
750 750 
Total principal amount$1,900 $1,900 
Unaccreted discount(5)(5)
Unamortized debt issuance costs(11)(13)
Net carrying value of Senior Notes$1,884 $1,882 
Fair value of Senior Notes (Level 2)$1,511 $1,515 
As of March 31, 2025, the remaining life of the 2026 Notes, 2031 Notes and 2051 Notes is approximately 0.9 years, 5.9 years, and 25.9 years, respectively.
The Senior Notes are senior unsecured obligations and rank equally with all our other existing and future unsubordinated obligations and any indebtedness that we may incur from time to time under our Credit Facility.
The 2026 Notes, 2031 Notes and 2051 Notes are redeemable at our option at any time prior to December 1, 2025, November 15, 2030, and August 15, 2050, respectively, subject to a make-whole premium. After such dates, we may redeem each such series of Notes, respectively, at a redemption price equal to 100% of the aggregate principal amount plus accrued and unpaid interest. In addition, upon the occurrence of a change of control repurchase event, the holders of each such series of Notes may require us to repurchase all or a portion of these Notes, at a price equal to 101% of their principal amount, plus accrued and unpaid interest to the date of repurchase. Each such series of Notes also include covenants that limit our ability to incur liens on assets and to enter into sale and leaseback transactions, subject to certain allowances.
Credit Facility
On March 22, 2023, we entered into a $500 million unsecured revolving credit facility (the “Credit Facility") with a syndicate of banks. The Credit Facility terminates on March 22, 2028 unless the maturity is extended in accordance with its terms. The Credit Facility contains an option to arrange with existing lenders and/or new lenders to provide up to an aggregate of $500 million in additional commitments for revolving loans. Proceeds of loans made under the Credit Facility may be used for general corporate purposes.
The loans denominated in U.S. dollars bear interest, at our option, at the base rate plus an applicable spread or at a forward-looking term rate based upon the secured overnight financing rate plus a credit spread adjustment of 0.10% per annum (the “Adjusted Term SOFR Rate”) plus an applicable spread, in each case with such spread based on our debt credit ratings. We are also obligated to pay other customary fees for a credit facility of this size and type. Interest is due and payable in arrears quarterly for loans bearing interest at the base rate and at the end of an interest period in the case of loans bearing interest at the Adjusted Term SOFR Rate. Principal, together with all accrued and unpaid interest, is due and payable on the maturity date, as such date may be extended in connection with the extension option. We may prepay the loans and terminate the commitments, in whole or in part, at any time without premium or penalty, subject to certain conditions.

The Credit Facility contains customary affirmative and negative covenants, including covenants that limit or restrict our ability to, among other things, incur subsidiary indebtedness, grant liens, and dispose of all or substantially all assets, in each case subject to customary exceptions for a credit facility of this size and type. We are also required to maintain compliance with a debt to EBITDA ratio. As of March 31, 2025, we were in compliance with the debt to EBITDA ratio.
The Credit Facility contains customary events of default, including among others, non-payment defaults, covenant defaults, cross-defaults to material indebtedness, bankruptcy and insolvency defaults, material judgment defaults and a change of control default, in each case, subject to customary exceptions for a credit facility of this size and type. The occurrence of an event of default could result in the acceleration of the obligations under the Credit Facility and an increase in the applicable interest rate.
As of March 31, 2025, no amounts were outstanding under the Credit Facility. $2 million of debt issuance costs that were paid in connection with obtaining this credit facility are being amortized to interest expense over the 5-year term of the Credit Facility.
Interest Expense
The following table summarizes our interest expense recognized for fiscal years 2025, 2024, and 2023 that is included in interest and other income (expense), net on our Consolidated Statements of Operations (in millions):
Year Ended March 31,
202520242023
Amortization of debt discount$— $— $(1)
Amortization of debt issuance costs(2)(2)(2)
Coupon interest expense(55)(55)(55)
Other interest expense(1)(1)— 
Total interest expense$(58)$(58)$(58)
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Leases
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Leases [Abstract]  
Leases LEASES
Our leases primarily consist of facility leases for our offices and development studios, data centers, and server equipment, with remaining lease terms of up to 12 years. Our lease terms may include options to extend or terminate the lease. When it is reasonably certain that we will exercise those options, we include them in our measurement of lease payments and lease terms. Substantially all of our leases are classified as operating leases.
We determine if an arrangement is or contains a lease at contract inception. The contract is or contains a lease if the contract conveys the right to control the use of an identified asset for a period of time in exchange for consideration. In determining if a contract is or contains a lease, we apply judgment whether the contract provides the right to obtain substantially all of the economic benefits, the right to direct, or control the use of the identified asset throughout the period of use.
Operating lease right-of-use (“ROU”) assets and liabilities are recognized at the commencement date based on the present value of future lease payments over the lease term. In determining the present value of the future lease payments, we use our incremental borrowing rate as none of our leases provide an implicit rate. Our incremental borrowing rate is an assumed rate based on our credit rating, credit history, current economic environment, and the lease term. Operating lease ROU assets are further adjusted for any payments made, incentives received, and initial direct costs incurred prior to the commencement date.
Operating lease ROU assets are amortized on a straight-line basis over the lease term and recognized as lease expense within cost of revenue or operating expenses on our Consolidated Statements of Operations. Operating lease liabilities decrease by lease payments we make over the lease term. Leases with an initial term of 12 months or less are not recorded on the balance sheet. When we commit to a plan to abandon an operating lease at a future date, the amortization of the operating lease ROU asset and depreciation of the associated leasehold improvements are accelerated based on the revised useful life of the operating lease.
Some of our operating leases contain lease and non-lease components. Non-lease components primarily include fixed payments for common area maintenance and utilities. We elected to account for lease and non-lease components as a single lease component. Variable lease and non-lease components are recognized on our Consolidated Statements of Operations as incurred.
The components of lease expenses for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023 are as follows (in millions):
Year Ended March 31,
202520242023
Operating lease costs$121 $80 $138 
Variable lease costs32 31 22 
Total lease expense$153 $111 $160 
During the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023, we did not incur material costs associated with short-term leases with an initial term of 12 months or less.

Supplemental cash and noncash information related to our operating leases for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023 are as follows (in millions):
Year Ended March 31,
202520242023
Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liability$87 $74 $97 
ROU assets obtained in exchange for new lease obligations$97 $37 $97 
Weighted average remaining lease term and discount rate at March 31, 2025 and 2024 are as follows:
At March 31, 2025
At March 31, 2024
Lease term7.1 years7.1 years
Discount rate4.0 %3.6 %
Operating lease ROU assets and liabilities recorded on our Consolidated Balance Sheets as of March 31, 2025 and 2024 are as follows (in millions):
As of March 31,Balance Sheet Classification

20252024
Operating lease ROU assets$237 $243 Other assets


Operating lease liabilities$67 $66 Accounts payable, accrued, and other current liabilities
Noncurrent operating lease liabilities267 248 Other liabilities
Total operating lease liabilities$334 

$314 

Future minimum lease payments under operating leases as of March 31, 2025 were as follows (in millions):
Fiscal Years Ending March 31,

2026

$77 
2027

67 
2028

52 
2029

35 
2030

29 
Thereafter

123 
Total future lease payments

383 
Less imputed interest

(49)
Total operating lease liabilities

$334 
In addition to the amounts included in the table above, as of March 31, 2025, we have entered into an office lease that has not yet commenced with aggregate future lease payments of approximately $17 million. This lease is expected to commence in fiscal year 2026, and will have a lease term of 10 years.
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Commitments And Contingencies
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]  
Commitments And Contingencies COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
Development, Sports Organizations, and Other Content Licenses: Payments and Commitments
The products we produce in our studios are designed and created by our employee designers, artists, software programmers and by non-employee software developers (“independent artists” or “third-party developers”). We typically advance development funds to the independent artists and third-party developers during development of our games, usually in installment payments made upon the completion of specified development milestones. Contractually, these payments are generally considered advances against subsequent royalties on the sales of the products. These terms are set forth in written agreements entered into with the independent artists and third-party developers. In addition, we have certain sports organizations and other content license contracts that contain minimum guarantee payments and marketing commitments to promote the games we publish that may not be dependent on any deliverables.
These developer and content license commitments represent the sum of the cash payments for flat fees, minimum guaranteed payments, and service payments. The majority of these commitments are conditional upon performance by the counterparty. These payments and any related marketing and development commitments are included in the table below.
The following table summarizes our minimum contractual obligations as of March 31, 2025 (in millions):
Fiscal Years Ending March 31,
Total20262027202820292030Thereafter
Unrecognized commitments
Developer/licensor commitments$1,509 $353 $404 $205 $189 $186 $172 
Marketing commitments1,248 298 315 223 133 154 125 
Senior Notes interest676 54 36 36 36 36 478 
Operating lease imputed interest49 12 9 6 6 5 11 
Operating leases not yet commenced17 — 1 2 2 2 10 
Other purchase obligations293 166 80 30 12 5 — 
Total unrecognized commitments3,792 883 845 502 378 388 796 
Recognized commitments
Senior Notes principal and interest1,906 406 — — — — 1,500 
Operating leases334 65 58 46 29 24 112 
Transition Tax and other taxes7 7 — — — — — 
Total recognized commitments2,247 478 58 46 29 24 1,612 
Total Commitments$6,039 $1,361 $903 $548 $407 $412 $2,408 
The unrecognized amounts represented in the table above reflect our minimum cash obligations for the respective fiscal years, but do not necessarily represent the periods in which they will be recognized and expensed in our Consolidated Financial Statements. In addition, the amounts in the table above are presented based on the dates the amounts are contractually due as of March 31, 2025; however, certain payment obligations may be accelerated depending on the performance of our operating results.
In addition to the amounts included in the table above, in our Consolidated Balance Sheets as of March 31, 2025, we had a net liability for unrecognized tax benefits and an accrual for the payment of related interest totaling $617 million, of which we are unable to make a reasonably reliable estimate of when cash settlement with a taxing authority will occur.
Legal Proceedings
We are subject to claims and litigation arising in the ordinary course of business. We do not believe that any liability from any reasonably foreseeable disposition of such claims and litigation, individually or in the aggregate, would have a material adverse effect on our Consolidated Financial Statements.
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Stock-Based Compensation, Employee Benefit Plans, and Stock Repurchase Program
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Share-Based Payment Arrangement [Abstract]  
Stock-Based Compensation, Employee Benefit Plans, and Stock Repurchase Program STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION, EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS, AND STOCK REPURCHASE PROGRAM
Valuation Assumptions
We recognize compensation cost for stock-based awards to employees based on the awards’ estimated grant-date fair value using a straight-line approach over the service period for which such awards are expected to vest. We account for forfeitures as they occur.
The estimation of the fair value of market-based restricted stock units, stock options and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (“ESPP”) purchase rights is affected by assumptions regarding subjective and complex variables. Generally, our assumptions are based on historical information and judgment is required to determine if historical trends may be indicators of future outcomes. We estimate the fair value of our stock-based awards as follows:
•Restricted Stock Units and Performance-Based Restricted Stock Units. The fair value of restricted stock units and performance-based restricted stock units (other than market-based restricted stock units) is determined based on the quoted market price of our common stock on the date of grant.
•Market-Based Restricted Stock Units. Market-based restricted stock units consist of grants of performance-based restricted stock units to certain members of executive management that vest contingent upon the achievement of pre-determined market and service conditions (referred to herein as “market-based restricted stock units”). The fair value of our market-based restricted stock units is estimated using a Monte-Carlo simulation model. Key assumptions for the Monte-Carlo simulation model are the risk-free interest rate, expected volatility, expected dividends and correlation coefficient.
•Stock Options and ESPP. The fair value of stock options and stock purchase rights granted pursuant to our equity incentive plans and our 2000 Employee Stock Purchase Plan, as amended, respectively, is estimated using the Black-Scholes valuation model based on the multiple-award valuation method. Key assumptions of the Black-Scholes valuation model are the risk-free interest rate, expected volatility, expected term and expected dividends. The risk-free interest rate is based on U.S. Treasury yields in effect at the time of grant for the expected term of the option. Expected volatility is based on a combination of historical stock price volatility and implied volatility of publicly-traded options on our common stock. An expected term is estimated based on historical exercise behavior, post-vesting termination patterns, options outstanding and future expected exercise behavior.
There were an insignificant number of stock options granted during fiscal years 2025, 2024, and 2023.
The estimated assumptions used in the Black-Scholes valuation model to value our ESPP purchase rights were as follows:
 ESPP Purchase Rights
 Year Ended March 31,
 202520242023
Risk-free interest rate
4.2 - 5.0%
5.0 - 5.5%
3.1% - 5.0%
Expected volatility
21 - 30%
19 - 24%
27 - 31%
Weighted-average volatility
28%
23%
29%
Expected term
6 - 12 months
6 - 12 months
6 - 12 months
Expected dividends
0.7%
0.8 %0.8 %
The assumptions used in the Monte-Carlo simulation model to value our market-based restricted stock units were as follows:
 Year Ended March 31,
202520242023
Risk-free interest rate
4.5%
4.4 %
3.3%
Expected volatility
23 - 43%
25 - 59%
33 - 56%
Weighted-average volatility
31%
39%
43%
Expected dividendsNoneNoneNone
Summary of Plans and Plan Activity
Equity Incentive Plans
We have equity awards outstanding under two incentive plans: our 2019 Equity Incentive Plan (the “2019 Equity Plan”), as amended, and our 2000 Equity Incentive Plan, as amended (the “2000 Equity Plan”). Our 2019 Equity Plan allows us to grant options to purchase our common stock and to grant restricted stock, restricted stock units and stock appreciation rights to our employees, officers, and directors, up to a maximum of 29.5 million shares, plus any shares authorized for grant or subject to awards under the 2000 Equity Plan that are not delivered to participants for any reason. Pursuant to the 2019 Equity Plan, incentive stock options may be granted to employees and officers and non-qualified options may be granted to employees, officers, and directors, at not less than 100 percent of the fair market value on the date of grant.
Approximately 10.6 million restricted stock units or options were available for grant under our 2019 Equity Plan as of March 31, 2025.
Stock Options
Options granted under the 2019 Equity Plan and the 2000 Equity Plan generally expire ten years from the date of grant. All outstanding options were fully vested and exercisable as of March 31, 2025.
The following table summarizes our stock option activity for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025:
Options
(in thousands)		Weighted-
Average
Exercise Prices		Weighted-
Average
Remaining
Contractual
Term  (in years)		Aggregate
Intrinsic Value
(in millions)
Outstanding as of March 31, 2024
12 $64.00 
Granted3 136.58 
Exercised(8)92.08 
Forfeited, cancelled or expired(1)58.76 
Outstanding as of March 31, 2025
6 $63.51 3.25$0.5 
Vested and expected to vest6 $63.51 3.25$0.5 
Exercisable as of March 31, 2025
6 $63.51 3.25$0.5 
The aggregate intrinsic value represents the total pre-tax intrinsic value based on our closing stock price as of March 31, 2025, which would have been received by the option holders had all the option holders exercised their options as of that date. The total intrinsic values of stock options exercised during fiscal years 2025, 2024, and 2023 were $0.4 million, $10 million, and $15 million, respectively. We issue new common stock from our authorized shares upon the exercise of stock options.
Restricted Stock Units
We grant restricted stock units under our 2019 Equity Plan to employees worldwide. Restricted stock units are unfunded, unsecured rights to receive common stock upon the satisfaction of certain vesting criteria. Upon vesting, a number of shares of common stock equivalent to the number of restricted stock units are typically issued net of required tax withholding requirements, if any. Restricted stock units are subject to forfeiture and transfer restrictions. Vesting for restricted stock units is based on the holders’ continued employment with us through each applicable vest date. If the vesting conditions are not met, unvested restricted stock units will be forfeited. Our restricted stock units generally vest over 35 months to four years.
The following table summarizes our restricted stock units activity, excluding performance-based and market-based restricted stock unit activity which is discussed below, for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025:

Restricted
Stock Units
(in thousands)		Weighted-
Average Grant
Date Fair Values
Outstanding as of March 31, 2024
7,480 $128.31 
Granted4,760 138.59 
Vested(4,228)129.53 
Forfeited or cancelled(463)131.82 
Outstanding as of March 31, 2025
7,549 $133.90 
The grant date fair value of restricted stock units is based on the quoted market price of our common stock on the date of grant. The weighted-average grant date fair values of restricted stock units granted during fiscal years 2025, 2024, and 2023 were $138.59, $129.30, and $126.41, respectively. The fair values of restricted stock units that vested during fiscal years 2025, 2024, and 2023 were $633 million, $519 million, and $460 million, respectively.
Performance-Based Restricted Stock Units
Our performance-based restricted stock units vest upon the achievement of pre-determined performance-based milestones, including, but not limited to, management reporting milestones of net bookings and operating income metrics, as well as service conditions. If these performance-based milestones are not met but service conditions are met, the performance-based restricted stock units will not vest, in which case any compensation expense we have recognized to date will be reversed. Generally, the measurement periods of our performance-based restricted stock units are 3 years, with awards vesting after each annual measurement period or cliff-vesting after the completion of the total aggregate measurement period.

Each quarter, we update our assessment of the probability that the performance milestones will be achieved. We amortize the fair values of performance-based restricted stock units over the requisite service period. The performance-based restricted stock units contain threshold, target and maximum milestones for each performance-based milestone. The number of shares of common stock to be issued at vesting will range from zero to 200 percent of the target number of performance-based restricted stock units attributable to each performance-based milestone based on the company’s performance as compared to these threshold, target and maximum performance-based milestones. Each performance-based milestone is weighted evenly and the number of shares that vest based on each performance-based milestone is independent from the other.

The following table summarizes our performance-based restricted stock unit activity, presented with the maximum number of shares that could potentially vest, for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025:
Performance-
Based Restricted
Stock Units
(in thousands)		Weighted-
Average Grant
Date Fair Value
Outstanding as of March 31, 2024
836 $129.60 
Granted763 137.53 
Vested(277)133.67 
Forfeited or cancelled(318)129.29 
Outstanding as of March 31, 2025
1,004 $134.60 
The weighted-average grant date fair values of performance-based restricted stock units granted during fiscal years 2025, 2024, and 2023 were $137.53, $128.66, and $127.98 respectively. The fair values of performance-based restricted stock units that vested during fiscal years 2025, 2024, and 2023 were $35 million, $11 million, and $9 million respectively.
Market-Based Restricted Stock Units
Our market-based restricted stock units vest contingent upon the achievement of pre-determined market and service conditions. If these market conditions are not met but service conditions are met, the market-based restricted stock units will not vest; however, any compensation expense we have recognized to date will not be reversed. The number of shares of common stock to be issued at vesting for these awards are based on our total stockholder return (“TSR”) relative to the performance of either companies in the Nasdaq-100 (for awards granted in fiscal years 2023 and 2024) or the S&P 500 Index (for awards granted in fiscal year 2025) (“Relative TSR”) and on absolute TSR performance measured against pre-established goals, which started in fiscal year 2025 (“Absolute TSR”), each over a three-year period. Payout with respect to the Relative TSR component ranges from zero to 200 percent of the target number of Relative TSR units granted, and payout with respect to the Absolute TSR component ranges from zero to 75 percent of the target number of the underlying base award (which is comprised of Performance-Based Restricted Stock Units and Relative TSR units). These awards cliff-vest after the completion of the three-year measurement period, contingent on the achievement of both market and service conditions.
We amortize the fair values of market-based restricted stock units over the requisite service period.
The following table summarizes our market-based restricted stock unit activity, presented with the maximum number of shares that could potentially vest, for the year ended March 31, 2025:
Market-Based
Restricted  Stock
Units
(in thousands)		Weighted-
Average  Grant
Date Fair Value
Outstanding as of March 31, 2024
354 $168.53 
Granted381 80.91 
Vested(25)173.25 
Forfeited or cancelled(73)173.25 
Outstanding as of March 31, 2025
637 $115.43 
The weighted-average grant date fair values of market-based restricted stock units granted during fiscal years 2025, 2024, and 2023 were $80.91, $152.92, and $176.70, respectively. The fair values of market-based restricted stock units that vested during fiscal years 2025, 2024, and 2023 were $3 million, $4 million, and $12 million, respectively.
ESPP
Pursuant to our ESPP, eligible employees may authorize payroll deductions of between 2 percent and 10 percent of their compensation to purchase shares of common stock at 85 percent of the lower of the market price of our common stock on the date of commencement of the applicable offering period or on the last day of each six-month purchase period.
The following table summarizes our ESPP activity for fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023:
Shares Issued
(in millions)		Exercise Prices for Purchase RightsWeighted-Average Fair Values of Purchase Rights
Fiscal Year 2023
0.7 
$96.34 - $111.86
$33.91 
Fiscal Year 2024
0.8 
$94.96 - $102.58
$30.82 
Fiscal Year 2025
0.7 
$102.58 - $120.94
$34.07 
The fair values were estimated on the date of grant using the Black-Scholes valuation model. We issue new common stock out of the ESPP’s pool of authorized shares. As of March 31, 2025, 2.1 million shares were available for grant under our ESPP.
Stock-Based Compensation Expense
The following table summarizes stock-based compensation expense resulting from stock options, restricted stock units, market-based restricted stock units, performance-based restricted stock units, and the ESPP purchase rights included in our Consolidated Statements of Operations (in millions):
 Year Ended March 31,
 202520242023
Cost of revenue$14 $8 $7 
Research and development457 418 367 
Marketing and sales56 52 59 
General and administrative115 106 115 
Stock-based compensation expense$642 $584 $548 
During the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023, we recognized $85 million, $79 million, and $72 million, respectively, of deferred income tax benefit related to our stock-based compensation expense.
As of March 31, 2025, our total unrecognized compensation cost related to stock options, restricted stock units, market-based restricted stock units, and performance-based restricted stock units was $766 million and is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average service period of 1.7 years. Of the $766 million of unrecognized compensation cost, $740 million relates to restricted stock units, $13 million relates to performance-based restricted stock units, and $13 million relates to market-based restricted stock units.
Deferred Compensation Plan
We have a Deferred Compensation Plan (“DCP”) for the benefit of a select group of management or highly compensated employees and directors, which is unfunded and intended to be a plan that is not qualified within the meaning of section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. The DCP permits the deferral of the annual base salary and/or director cash compensation up to a maximum amount. The deferrals are held in a separate trust, which has been established by us to administer the DCP. The trust is a grantor trust and the specific terms of the trust agreement provide that the assets of the trust are available to satisfy the claims of general creditors in the event of our insolvency. The assets held by the trust are classified as trading securities and are held at fair value on our Consolidated Balance Sheets. The assets and liabilities of the DCP are presented in other assets and other liabilities on our Consolidated Balance Sheets, respectively, with changes in the fair value of the assets and in the deferred compensation liability recognized as compensation expense. The estimated fair value of the assets was $36 million and $30 million as of March 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively. As of March 31, 2025 and 2024, $36 million and $31 million were recorded, respectively, to recognize undistributed deferred compensation due to employees.
401(k) Plan, Registered Retirement Savings Plan and ITP Plan
We have a 401(k) plan covering substantially all of our U.S. employees, a Registered Retirement Savings Plan covering substantially all of our Canadian employees, and an ITP pension plan covering substantially all our Swedish employees. These plans may permit us to make discretionary contributions to employees’ accounts based on our financial performance. We contributed an aggregate of $35 million, $39 million, and $42 million to these plans in fiscal years 2025, 2024, and 2023, respectively.
Stock Repurchase Program
In November 2020, our Board of Directors authorized a program to repurchase up to $2.6 billion of our common stock. We completed repurchases under the November 2020 program in October 2022.
In August 2022, our Board of Directors authorized a program to repurchase up to $2.6 billion of our common stock. This program was terminated on May 8, 2024.
In May 2024, the Company’s Audit Committee, upon delegation from the Company’s Board of Directors, authorized a new program to repurchase up to $5.0 billion of our common stock. This program superseded and replaced the August 2022 program and expires on May 9, 2027. Under this program, we may purchase stock in the open market or through privately negotiated transactions in accordance with applicable securities laws, including pursuant to pre-arranged stock trading plans. The timing and actual amount of the stock repurchases will depend on several factors including price, capital availability, regulatory requirements, alternative investment opportunities and other market conditions. We are not obligated to repurchase a specific number of shares of our common stock under this program and it may be modified, suspended or discontinued at any time. We are actively repurchasing shares under this program.
In February 2025, we entered into an ASR Agreement with Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC., under which we purchased an aggregate of $1.0 billion of our common stock as part of the May 2024 repurchase program. Under the terms of the ASR Agreement, we received an aggregate delivery of 7.0 million shares of our common stock as of March 31, 2025, which were immediately retired.
Final settlement of the ASR Agreement occurred on April 25, 2025 and we received an additional 0.4 million shares, for total repurchases of 7.4 million shares at an average price of $135.05. The total number of shares delivered and the average purchase price paid per share are determined upon final settlement based on the volume weighted average price over the term of the ASR, less an agreed upon discount. Based on our ability to settle the ASR Agreement in shares, the $1.0 billion prepayment under the ASR Agreement was classified as a reduction to additional paid-in capital and common stock within the Consolidated Statement of Stockholders’ Equity.
The following table summarizes total shares repurchased during fiscal years 2025, 2024, and 2023:
November 2020 ProgramAugust 2022 ProgramMay 2024 ProgramTotal
(In millions)SharesAmountShares
Amount(a)
Shares
Amount(a)
SharesAmount
Fiscal Year 2023
5.1 $650 5.3 $645 — $— 10.4 $1,295 
Fiscal Year 2024
— $— 10.0 $1,300 — $— 10.0 $1,300 
Fiscal Year 2025
— $— 1.2 $152 16.4 $2,348 17.6 $2,500 
(a)Amount excludes excise taxes. Accrued excise taxes are included in accrued and other current liabilities and additional paid-in capital on the Consolidated Balance Sheets.
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Interest And Other Income (Expense), Net
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Interest and Other Income [Abstract]  
Interest And Other Income (Expense), Net INTEREST AND OTHER INCOME (EXPENSE), NET
Interest and other income (expense), net, for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023 consisted of (in millions):
 Year Ended March 31,
 202520242023
Interest expense$(58)$(58)$(58)
Interest income125 126 49 
Net gain (loss) on foreign currency transactions(29)(10)31 
Net gain (loss) on foreign currency forward contracts45 12 (29)
Other income (expense), net2 1 1 
Interest and other income (expense), net$85 $71 $(6)
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Earnings Per Share
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Earnings Per Share Reconciliation [Abstract]  
Earnings Per Share EARNINGS PER SHARE
The following table summarizes the computations of basic earnings per share (“Basic EPS”) and diluted earnings per share (“Diluted EPS”). Basic EPS is computed as net income divided by the weighted-average number of common shares outstanding for the period. Diluted EPS reflects the potential dilution that could occur from common shares issuable through stock-based compensation plans including stock options, restricted stock units, market-based restricted stock units, performance-based restricted stock units, and ESPP purchase rights using the treasury stock method.
 Year Ended March 31,
(In millions, except per share amounts)202520242023
Net income$1,121 $1,273 $802 
Shares used to compute earnings per share:
Weighted-average common stock outstanding — basic262 270 277 
Dilutive potential common shares related to stock award plans2 2 1 
Weighted-average common stock outstanding — diluted264 272 278 
Earnings per share:
Basic$4.28 $4.71 $2.90 
Diluted$4.25 $4.68 $2.88 
Certain restricted stock units, market-based restricted stock units and performance-based restricted stock units were excluded from the treasury stock method computation of diluted shares as their inclusion would have had an antidilutive effect. For the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025 and 2024, one million such shares were excluded, and for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2023, two million such shares were excluded.
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Segment and Revenue Information
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Segment Reporting [Abstract]  
Segment and Revenue Information SEGMENT AND REVENUE INFORMATION
Our reporting segment is based upon: our internal organizational structure; the manner in which our operations are managed; the criteria used by our Chief Executive Officer, our Chief Operating Decision Maker (“CODM”), to evaluate segment performance; the availability of separate financial information; and overall materiality considerations. As of March 31, 2025, we have one reportable segment, which represents our only operating segment. Our CODM makes decisions on resource allocation and assesses performance of the business based on our consolidated results, including net income.
Our CODM does not review any information regarding total assets on an operating segment basis, and accordingly, no disclosure is made with respect thereto.

Information about our single reportable segment net revenue, net income, and significant segment expenses for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023 is presented below (in millions):
Year Ended March 31,
202520242023
Net revenue$7,463 $7,562 $7,426 
Less:
Cost of revenue (1)
1,489 1,626 1,665 
Research and development (1)
2,112 2,002 1,961 
Marketing and sales (1)
906 967 919 
General and administrative (1)
625 583 568 
Amortization and impairment of intangibles107 218 278 
Restructuring and related charges62 64 155 
Stock-based compensation642 584 548 
Interest and other (income) expenses, net(85)(71)6 
Provision for income taxes484 316 524 
Net income$1,121 $1,273 $802 
(1) Excludes amounts related to amortization and impairment of intangibles, restructuring and related charges, and stock-based compensation, which are presented separately in the table above.

Information about our total net revenue by timing of recognition for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023 is presented below (in millions):
Year Ended March 31,
202520242023
Net revenue by timing of recognition
Revenue recognized at a point in time$2,665 $2,563 $2,389 
Revenue recognized over time4,798 4,999 5,037 
Net revenue$7,463 $7,562 $7,426 
Generally, performance obligations that are recognized upfront upon transfer of control are classified as revenue recognized at a point in time, while performance obligations that are recognized over either the Estimated Offering Period, contractual term or subscription period as the services are provided are classified as revenue recognized over time.
Revenue recognized at a point in time includes revenue allocated to the software license performance obligation. This also includes a portion of revenue from the licensing of software to third-parties.
Revenue recognized over time includes service revenue allocated to the future update rights and the online hosting performance obligations. This also includes online-hosted services such as our Ultimate Team game mode, revenue allocated to the future update rights from licensing of software to third-parties, subscription services, and revenue recognized from third parties that publish games and services under a license to certain of our intellectual property assets.
Information about our total net revenue by composition for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023 is presented below (in millions):
 Year Ended March 31,
 202520242023
Net revenue by composition
Full game downloads$1,478 $1,343 $1,262 
Packaged goods524 672 675 
Full game2,002 2,015 1,937 
Live services and other
5,461 5,547 5,489 
Net revenue$7,463 $7,562 $7,426 
Full game net revenue includes full game downloads and packaged goods. Full game downloads primarily include revenue from digital sales of full games on console, PC, and certain licensing revenue. Packaged goods primarily includes revenue from full games that are sold physically to mass market retailers, specialty stores and through distribution arrangements.
Live services and other net revenue primarily includes revenue from sales of extra content for console, PC, and mobile games, certain licensing revenue, subscriptions, and advertising.
Information about our total net revenue by platform for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023 is presented below (in millions):
Year Ended March 31,
 202520242023
Platform net revenue
Console$4,776 $4,632 $4,443 
PC and other1,547 1,717 1,729 
Mobile1,140 1,213 1,254 
Net revenue$7,463 $7,562 $7,426 
Information about our operations in North America and internationally for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023 is presented below (in millions):
 Year Ended March 31,
 202520242023
Net revenue from unaffiliated customers
North America$3,078 $3,001 $3,151 
International4,385 4,561 4,275 
Net revenue$7,463 $7,562 $7,426 
 As of March 31,
 20252024
Long-lived assets
North America$438 $420 
International148 158 
Total$586 $578 
We attribute net revenue from external customers to individual countries based on the location of the legal entity that sells the products and/or services. Note that revenue attributed to the legal entity that makes the sale is often not the country where the consumer resides. For example, revenue generated by our Swiss legal entity includes digital revenue from consumers who reside outside of Switzerland, including consumers who reside outside of Europe. Revenue generated by our Swiss legal entity during fiscal years 2025, 2024, and 2023 represents $4,279 million, $4,374 million and $4,085 million or 57 percent, 58 percent and 55 percent of our total net revenue, respectively. Revenue generated in the United States represents over 99 percent of our total North America net revenue. There were no other countries with net revenue greater than 10 percent.
In fiscal year 2025, our direct sales to Sony and Microsoft represented approximately 39 percent and 17 percent of total net revenue, respectively. In fiscal year 2024, our direct sales to Sony and Microsoft represented approximately 37 percent and 16 percent of total net revenue, respectively. In fiscal year 2023, our direct sales to Sony and Microsoft represented approximately 32 percent and 16 percent of total net revenue, respectively.
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Pay vs Performance Disclosure - USD ($)
$ in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Pay vs Performance Disclosure      
Net income $ 1,121 $ 1,273 $ 802
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Insider Trading Arrangements
 3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Trading Arrangements, by Individual  
Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Adopted false
Non-Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Adopted false
Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Terminated false
Non-Rule 10b5-1 Arrangement Terminated false
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Insider Trading Policies and Procedures
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Insider Trading Policies and Procedures [Line Items]  
Insider Trading Policies and Procedures Adopted true
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Cybersecurity Risk Management and Strategy Disclosure
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Cybersecurity Risk Management, Strategy, and Governance [Line Items]  
Cybersecurity Risk Management Processes for Assessing, Identifying, and Managing Threats [Text Block]
In the ordinary course of our business, we collect, use, store, and digitally transmit confidential and personal information. The secure maintenance of this information and our information technology systems is important to our operations, business strategy, and maintaining the trust of our players, employees, and partners. To this end, we have implemented policies, practices and programs designed to assess, identify, and manage risks from potential unauthorized occurrences on or through our information technology systems that may result in adverse effects on the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of these systems and the data residing therein. These processes are managed and monitored by dedicated information technology security teams, which are led by our Chief Information Security Officer. They include mechanisms, controls, technologies, systems, and other processes designed to maintain a stable information technology environment and protect against unauthorized access, use, destruction, modification or disclosure of confidential and personal information, and other information security incidents affecting our operations or the availability of our products and services. For example, we invest in tools to detect suspicious activity in accounts, give players the ability to use two-factor authentication and work to prevent the creation of mass user accounts.

We also regularly test our defenses through penetration and vulnerability testing. We implement controls and procedures designed to mitigate risk with third-party vendors and business partners who have access to confidential and personal information, including by conducting a formalized security risk assessment. Security risks identified in security risk assessments are remediated, and/or formally documented, and in some cases the business relationship may be ended or not pursued. Our employees and certain contractors are required to complete mandatory annual security training. These trainings raise awareness of security practices and educate employees to protect information assets and infrastructure. We consult with outside advisors and experts when appropriate to assist in assessing, identifying and managing cybersecurity risks, including providing an independent analysis of our preparedness, assessing and managing the current risk environment and assisting us in preparing for future threats and trends.
Cybersecurity Risk Management Processes Integrated [Flag] true
Cybersecurity Risk Management Processes Integrated [Text Block] Risks associated with cybersecurity are integrated into our overall enterprise-risk assessment and more closely monitored by our information technology security teams.
Cybersecurity Risk Management Third Party Engaged [Flag] true
Cybersecurity Risk Third Party Oversight and Identification Processes [Flag] true
Cybersecurity Risk Materially Affected or Reasonably Likely to Materially Affect Registrant [Flag] false
Cybersecurity Risk Board of Directors Oversight [Text Block] Our Board of Directors maintains ultimate oversight over risks associated with cybersecurity and receives updates at least annually from our Chief Information Security Officer.
Cybersecurity Risk Board Committee or Subcommittee Responsible for Oversight [Text Block] In addition, our Audit Committee, which is composed solely of independent directors, receives updates from our Chief Information Security Officer on a quarterly basis, and more frequently as appropriate, that provide additional detail about the steps we take to monitor and mitigate these risks.
Cybersecurity Risk Process for Informing Board Committee or Subcommittee Responsible for Oversight [Text Block] In addition, our Audit Committee, which is composed solely of independent directors, receives updates from our Chief Information Security Officer on a quarterly basis, and more frequently as appropriate, that provide additional detail about the steps we take to monitor and mitigate these risks.
Cybersecurity Risk Role of Management [Text Block] Our Chief Information Security Officer, who reports directly to our Chief Technology Officer, has extensive experience managing information technology and cybersecurity matters and is responsible for assessing and managing cybersecurity risks.
Cybersecurity Risk Management Positions or Committees Responsible [Flag] true
Cybersecurity Risk Management Positions or Committees Responsible [Text Block] Our Chief Information Security Officer, who reports directly to our Chief Technology Officer, has extensive experience managing information technology and cybersecurity matters and is responsible for assessing and managing cybersecurity risks.
Cybersecurity Risk Management Expertise of Management Responsible [Text Block] Our Chief Information Security Officer, who reports directly to our Chief Technology Officer, has extensive experience managing information technology and cybersecurity matters and is responsible for assessing and managing cybersecurity risks.
Cybersecurity Risk Process for Informing Management or Committees Responsible [Text Block] In addition, our Audit Committee, which is composed solely of independent directors, receives updates from our Chief Information Security Officer on a quarterly basis, and more frequently as appropriate, that provide additional detail about the steps we take to monitor and mitigate these risks.
Cybersecurity Risk Management Positions or Committees Responsible Report to Board [Flag] true
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Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Policy)
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Accounting Policies [Abstract]  
Consolidation
Consolidation
The accompanying Consolidated Financial Statements include the accounts of Electronic Arts Inc. and its wholly-owned subsidiaries. Intercompany balances and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.
Fiscal Year
Fiscal Year
Our fiscal year is reported on a 52- or 53-week period that ends on the Saturday nearest March 31. Our results of operations for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025 contained 52 weeks and ended on March 29, 2025. Our results of operations for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2024 and 2023, each contained 52 weeks and ended on March 30, 2024 and April 1, 2023, respectively. For simplicity of disclosure, all fiscal periods are referred to as ending on a calendar month end.
Use Of Estimates
Use of Estimates
The preparation of Consolidated Financial Statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (“U.S. GAAP”) requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in our Consolidated Financial Statements and the accompanying notes. Such estimates include offering periods for deferred net revenue, sales returns and allowances, provisions for doubtful accounts, accrued liabilities, relative stand-alone selling price for identified performance obligations in our revenue transactions, losses on royalty commitments, estimates regarding the recoverability of prepaid royalties, long-lived assets, discount rates used in the measurement and recognition of lease liabilities, assets acquired and liabilities assumed in business combinations, certain estimates related to the measurement and recognition of costs resulting from our stock-based payment awards, unrecognized tax benefits, deferred income tax assets and associated valuation allowances, as well as estimates used in our goodwill, intangibles and short-term investment impairment tests. These estimates require us to make judgments, involve analysis of historical and future trends, can require extended periods of time to resolve, and are subject to change from period to period. In all cases, actual results could differ materially from our estimates.
Recently Adopted Accounting Standards and Recently Issued Accounting Standards
Recently Adopted Accounting Standards
In November 2023, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) 2023-07, Segment Reporting (Topic 280): Improvements to Reportable Segment Disclosures. The amendments in this update expand annual and interim disclosure requirements for reportable segments, primarily through enhanced disclosures about significant segment expenses. We adopted ASU 2023-07 in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2025. The adoption did not have a material impact on our Consolidated Financial Statements. See Note 18 — Segment and Revenue Information to the Consolidated Financial Statements for further detail.
Recently Issued Accounting Standards
In December 2023, the FASB issued ASU 2023-09, Income Taxes (Topic 740): Improvement to Income Tax Disclosures. The amendments further enhance income tax disclosures, primarily through standardization and disaggregation of rate reconciliation categories and income taxes paid by jurisdiction. This ASU is effective for our annual report for fiscal year 2026, with early adoption permitted, and should be applied either prospectively or retrospectively. We are currently evaluating the impact of this ASU on our Consolidated Financial Statements and related disclosures.
In November 2024, the FASB issued ASU 2024-03, Income Statement - Reporting Comprehensive Income - Expense Disaggregation Disclosures (Subtopic 220-40): Disaggregation of Income Statement Expenses, which requires additional, disaggregated disclosure about certain income statement line items. This ASU is effective for our annual report for fiscal year 2028 and interim periods thereafter on a retrospective or prospective basis, with early adoption permitted. We are currently evaluating the timing of adoption and impact of this ASU on our Consolidated Financial Statements and related disclosures.
Cash, Cash Equivalents, and Short-Term Investments
Cash, Cash Equivalents, and Short-Term Investments
Cash equivalents consist of highly liquid investments with insignificant interest rate risk and original or remaining maturities of three months or less at the time of purchase.
Short-term investments consist of debt securities with original or remaining maturities of greater than three months at the time of purchase and less than a year, and are accounted for as available-for-sale securities and are recorded at fair value. Cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments are available for use in current operations or other activities such as capital expenditures, business combinations and stock repurchases.
Unrealized gains and losses on our short-term investments are recorded as a component of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) in stockholders’ equity, net of tax, until either (1) the security is sold, (2) the security has matured, (3) we determine that the fair value of the security has declined below its adjusted cost basis and the decline is due to an expected credit loss, or (4) we intend to, or more likely than not would be required to, sell a security in an unrealized loss position before the recovery of its amortized cost basis. Realized gains and losses on our short-term investments are calculated based on the specific identification method and are reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) to interest and other income (expense), net. Determining whether a decline in fair value is due to an expected credit loss requires management judgment based on the specific facts and circumstances of each security. The ultimate value realized on these securities is subject to market price volatility until they are sold.
Our short-term investments are evaluated for allowances and impairment quarterly. For investments in an unrealized loss position, we consider various factors in determining whether we should recognize an allowance for expected credit losses or an impairment charge, including the credit quality of the issuer, changes to the rating of the security by rating agencies, the extent to which fair value is less than amortized cost, reason for the decline in value and potential recovery period, the financial condition and near-term prospects of the investees, our intent to sell and ability to hold the investment for a period of time sufficient to allow for any anticipated recovery in market value, and any contractual terms impacting the prepayment or settlement process, among other factors. We recognize an allowance for credit losses, up to the amount of unrealized loss when appropriate, and write down the amortized cost basis of the investment if we intend to, or it is more likely than not we will be required to, sell the investment before the recovery of its amortized cost basis. Allowances for credit losses and write-downs are recognized in our Consolidated Statements of Operations, and unrealized losses not related to credit losses are recognized in other comprehensive income (loss). Based on our evaluation, we did not recognize an allowance for credit losses, nor did we recognize any impairments, as of March 31, 2025 and 2024.
Property and Equipment, Net
Property and Equipment, Net
Property and equipment, net, are stated at cost. Depreciation is calculated using the straight-line method over the following useful lives:
Buildings  
20 to 25 years
Computer equipment and software  
2 to 6 years
Equipment, furniture and fixtures, and other  
3 to 5 years
Leasehold improvements  
Lesser of the lease term or the estimated useful lives of the improvements, ranging from 1 to 14 years
We capitalize costs associated with internal-use software development once a project has reached the application development stage. Such capitalized costs include external direct costs utilized in developing or obtaining the software, and payroll and payroll-related expenses for employees who are directly associated with the development of the software. Capitalization of such costs begins when the preliminary project stage is complete and ceases at the point in which the project is substantially complete and is ready for its intended purpose. Once internal-use software is ready for its intended use, the assets are depreciated on a straight-line basis over each asset’s estimated useful life, which is generally three years. We also capitalize costs associated with the purchase of possessable internal-use software licenses in the period we obtain control of the licenses. The net book value of capitalized costs associated with internal-use software was $105 million and $93 million as of March 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively.
Acquisition-Related Intangibles and Other Long-Lived Assets
Acquisition-Related Intangibles and Other Long-Lived Assets
We recognize acquisition-related intangible assets, such as acquired developed and core technology, in connection with business combinations. We amortize the cost of acquisition-related intangible assets that have finite useful lives generally on a straight-line basis over the lesser of their estimated useful lives or the agreement terms, currently from two to seven years. We evaluate acquisition-related intangibles and other long-lived assets for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of an asset may not be recoverable. Recoverability of assets is measured by a comparison of the carrying amount of an asset to future undiscounted net cash flows expected to be generated by the asset group. This includes assumptions about future prospects for the business that the asset relates to and typically involves computations of the estimated future cash flows to be generated by these businesses. Based on these judgments and assumptions, we determine whether we need to take an impairment charge to reduce the value of the asset stated on our Consolidated Balance Sheets to reflect its estimated fair value. When we consider such assets to be impaired, the amount of impairment we recognize is measured by the amount by which the carrying amount of the asset exceeds its fair value.
Goodwill Impairment
Goodwill Impairment
In assessing impairment on our goodwill, we first analyze qualitative factors to determine whether it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount as a basis for determining whether it is necessary to perform a goodwill impairment test. The qualitative factors we assess include long-term prospects of our performance, share price trends and market capitalization, and Company specific events. If we conclude it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit exceeds its carrying amount, we do not need to perform an impairment test. If based on that assessment, we believe it is more likely than not that the fair value of the reporting unit is less than its carrying value we will measure goodwill for impairment by applying fair value-based tests at the reporting unit level. Reporting units are determined by the components of operating segments that constitute a business for which (1) discrete financial information is available, (2) segment management regularly reviews the operating results of that component, and (3) whether the component has dissimilar economic characteristics to other components. As of March 31, 2025, we have only one reportable segment, which represents our only operating segment.
Revenue Recognition
Revenue Recognition
We derive revenue principally from sales of our games, and related extra content and services that can be experienced on game consoles, PCs, and mobile devices. Our product and service offerings include, but are not limited to, the following:
•full games with both online and offline functionality (“Games with Services”), which generally includes (1) the initial game delivered digitally or via physical disc at the time of sale and typically provide access to offline core game content (“software license”); (2) updates on a when-and-if-available basis, such as software patches or updates, and/or additional free content to be delivered in the future (“future update rights”); and (3) a hosted connection for online playability (“online hosting”);
•full games with online-only functionality which require an Internet connection to access all gameplay and functionality (“Online-Hosted Service Games”);
•extra content related to Games with Services and Online-Hosted Service Games which provides access to additional in-game content;
•subscriptions, such as EA Play and EA Play Pro, that generally offer access to a selection of full games, in-game content, online services and other benefits typically for a recurring monthly or annual fee; and
•licensing to third parties to distribute and host our games and content.
We evaluate and recognize revenue by:
•identifying the contract(s) with the customer;
•identifying the performance obligations in the contract;
•determining the transaction price;
•allocating the transaction price to performance obligations in the contract; and
•recognizing revenue as each performance obligation is satisfied through the transfer of a promised good or service to a customer (i.e., “transfer of control”).
Certain of our full game and/or extra content are sold to resellers with a contingency that the full game and/or extra content cannot be resold prior to a specific date (“Street Date Contingency”). We recognize revenue for transactions that have a Street Date Contingency when the Street Date Contingency is removed and the full game and/or extra content can be resold by the reseller. For digital full game and/or extra content downloads sold to customers, we recognize revenue when the full game and/or extra content is made available for download to the customer.
Online-Enabled Games
Games with Services. Our sales of Games with Services are evaluated to determine whether the software license, future update rights and the online hosting are distinct and separable. Sales of Games with Services are generally determined to have three distinct performance obligations: software license, future update rights, and the online hosting.
Since we do not sell the performance obligations on a stand-alone basis, we consider market conditions and other observable inputs to estimate the stand-alone selling price for each performance obligation. For Games with Services, generally 75 percent of the sales price is allocated to the software license performance obligation and recognized at a point in time when control of the license has been transferred to the customer. The remaining 25 percent is allocated to the future update rights and the online hosting performance obligations and recognized ratably as the service is provided (over the Estimated Offering Period).
Online-Hosted Service Games. Sales of our Online-Hosted Service Games are determined to have one distinct performance obligation: the online hosting. We recognize revenue from these arrangements ratably as the service is provided (over the Estimated Offering Period).
Extra Content. Revenue received from sales of downloadable content are derived primarily from the sale of virtual currencies and digital in-game content that are designed to extend and enhance players’ game experience. Sales of extra content are accounted for in a manner consistent with the treatment for our Games with Services and Online-Hosted Service Games as discussed above, depending upon whether or not the extra content has offline functionality. That is, if the extra content has offline functionality, then the extra content is accounted for similarly to Games with Services (generally determined to have three distinct performance obligations: software license, future update rights, and the online hosting). If the extra content does not have offline functionality, then the extra content is determined to have one distinct performance obligation: the online-hosted service.
Subscriptions
Sales of our subscriptions are determined to have one performance obligation: the online hosting. We recognize revenue from these arrangements ratably over the subscription term as the performance obligation is satisfied.
Licensing Revenue
We utilize third-party licensees to distribute and host our games and content in accordance with license agreements, for which the licensees typically pay us a fixed minimum guarantee and/or sales-based royalties. These arrangements typically include multiple performance obligations, such as a time-based license of software and future update rights. We recognize as revenue a portion of the minimum guarantee when we transfer control of the license of software (generally upon commercial launch) and the remaining portion ratably over the contractual term in which we provide the licensee with future update rights. Any sales-based royalties are generally recognized as the related sales occur by the licensee.
Significant Judgments around Revenue Arrangements
Identifying performance obligations. Performance obligations promised in a contract are identified based on the goods and services that will be transferred to the customer that are both capable of being distinct, (i.e., the customer can benefit from the goods or services either on its own or together with other resources that are readily available), and are distinct in the context of the contract (i.e., it is separately identifiable from other goods or services in the contract). To the extent a contract includes multiple promises, we must apply judgment to determine whether those promises are separate and distinct performance obligations. If these criteria are not met, the promises are accounted for as a combined performance obligation.
Determining the transaction price. The transaction price is determined based on the consideration that we will be entitled to receive in exchange for transferring our goods and services to the customer. Determining the transaction price often requires judgment, based on an assessment of contractual terms and business practices. It further includes review of variable consideration such as discounts, sales returns, price protection, and rebates, which is estimated at the time of the transaction. In addition, the transaction price does not include an estimate of the variable consideration related to sales-based royalties. Sales-based royalties are recognized as the sales occur.
Allocating the transaction price. Allocating the transaction price requires that we determine an estimate of the relative stand-alone selling price for each distinct performance obligation. Determining the relative stand-alone selling price is inherently subjective, especially in situations where we do not sell the performance obligation on a stand-alone basis (which occurs in the majority of our transactions). In those situations, we determine the relative stand-alone selling price based on various observable inputs using all information that is reasonably available. Examples of observable inputs and information include: historical internal pricing data, cost plus margin analysis, pre-release versus post-release costs, and pricing data from competitors to the extent the data is available. The results of our analysis resulted in a specific percentage of the transaction price being allocated to each performance obligation.
Determining the Estimated Offering Period. The offering period is the period in which we offer to provide the future update rights and/or online hosting for the game and related extra content sold. Because the offering period is not an explicitly defined period, we must make an estimate of the offering period for the service-related performance obligations (i.e., future update rights and online hosting). Determining the Estimated Offering Period is inherently subjective and is subject to regular revision. Generally, we consider the average period of time customers are online when estimating the offering period. We also consider the estimated period of time between the date a game unit is sold to a reseller and the date the reseller sells the game unit to the customer (i.e., time in channel). Based on these two factors, we then consider the method of distribution. For example, games and extra content sold at retail would have a composite offering period equal to the online gameplay period plus time in channel as opposed to digitally-distributed games and extra content which are delivered immediately via digital download and therefore, the offering period is estimated to be only the online gameplay period.
Additionally, we consider results from prior analyses, known and expected online gameplay trends, as well as disclosed service periods for competitors’ games in determining the Estimated Offering Period for future sales. We believe this provides a reasonable depiction of the transfer of future update rights and online hosting to our customers, as it is the best representation of the time period during which our games and extra content are experienced. We recognize revenue for future update rights and online hosting performance obligations ratably on a straight-line basis over this period as there is a consistent pattern of delivery for these performance obligations. Revenue for service-related performance obligations for digitally-distributed games and extra content is recognized over an estimated eight-month period beginning in the month of sale, revenue for service-related performance obligations for games and extra content sold through retail is recognized over an estimated ten-month period beginning in the month of sale, and revenue for service related performance obligations related to our PC and console free-to-play games is recognized generally over a twelve-month period beginning in the month of sale.
Principal Agent Considerations
We evaluate sales to end customers of our full games and related content via third-party storefronts, including digital storefronts such as Microsoft’s Xbox Store, Sony’s PlayStation Store, Apple App Store, and Google Play Store, in order to determine whether or not we are acting as the principal in the sale to the end customer, which we consider in determining if revenue should be reported gross or net of fees retained by the third-party storefront. An entity is the principal if it controls a good or service before it is transferred to the end customer. Key indicators that we evaluate in determining gross versus net treatment include but are not limited to the following:
•the underlying contract terms and conditions between the various parties to the transaction;
•which party is primarily responsible for fulfilling the promise to provide the specified good or service to the end customer;
•which party has discretion in establishing the price for the specified good or service; and
•which party has title risk before the specified good or service has been transferred to the end customer.
Based on an evaluation of the above indicators, except as discussed below, we have determined that generally the third party is considered the principal to end customers for the sale of our full games and related content. We therefore report revenue related to these arrangements net of the fees retained by the storefront. However, for sales arrangements via Apple App Store and Google Play Store, EA is considered the principal to the end customer and thus, we report revenue on a gross basis and mobile platform fees are reported within cost of revenue.
Payment Terms
Substantially all of our transactions have payment terms, whether customary or on an extended basis, of less than one year; therefore, we generally do not adjust the transaction price for the effects of any potential financing components that may exist.

Sales and Value-Added Taxes

Revenue is recorded net of taxes assessed by governmental authorities that are imposed at the time of the specific revenue-producing transaction between us and our customer, such as sales and value-added taxes.

Sales Returns and Price Protection Reserves

Sales returns and price protection are considered variable consideration. We reduce revenue for estimated future returns and price protection which may occur with our distributors and retailers (“channel partners”). Price protection represents our practice to provide our channel partners with a credit allowance to lower their wholesale price on a particular game unit that they have not resold to customers. The amount of the price protection for permanent markdowns is the difference between the old wholesale price and the new reduced wholesale price. Credits are also given for short-term promotions that temporarily reduce the wholesale price. In certain countries we also have a practice for allowing channel partners to return older products in the channel in exchange for a credit allowance.

When evaluating the adequacy of sales returns and price protection reserves, we analyze the following: historical credit allowances, current sell-through of our channel partners’ inventory of our products, current trends in retail and the video game industry, changes in customer demand, acceptance of our products, and other related factors. In addition, we monitor the volume of sales to our channel partners and their inventories, as substantial overstocking in the distribution channel could result in high returns or higher price protection in subsequent periods.
Taxes Collected From Customers And Remitted To Governmental Authorities
Taxes Collected from Customers and Remitted to Governmental Authorities
Taxes assessed by a government authority that are both imposed on and concurrent with specific revenue transactions between us and our customers are presented on a net basis in our Consolidated Statements of Operations.
Concentration Of Credit Risk and Significant Customers
Concentration of Credit Risk and Significant Customers
We extend credit to various customers. Collection of trade receivables may be affected by changes in economic or other industry conditions and may, accordingly, impact our overall credit risk. Although we generally do not require collateral, we perform ongoing credit evaluations of our customers and maintain reserves for potential credit losses. Invoices are aged based on contractual terms with our customers. The provision for doubtful accounts is recorded as a charge to general and administrative expense when a potential loss is identified. Losses are written off against the allowance when the receivable is determined to be uncollectible. At March 31, 2025, we had two customers who accounted for approximately 35 percent and 28 percent of our consolidated gross receivables, respectively. At March 31, 2024, we had two customers who accounted for approximately 32 percent and 27 percent of our consolidated gross receivables, respectively.
A majority of our sales are made via digital resellers, channel and platform partners. During the fiscal years 2025, 2024, and 2023, approximately 88 percent, 80 percent, and 81 percent, respectively, of our net revenue was derived from our top ten customers and/or platform partners.
Currently, a majority of our revenue is derived through sales of products and services playable on hardware consoles from Sony and Microsoft. For the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023, our net revenue for products and services on Sony’s PlayStation 4 and 5, and Microsoft’s Xbox One and Series X consoles (combined across all four platforms) was approximately 62 percent, 59 percent, and 58 percent, respectively. These platform partners have significant influence over the products and services that we offer on their platforms.
Short-term investments are placed with high quality financial institutions or in short-duration, investment-grade securities. We limit the amount of credit exposure in any one financial institution or type of investment instrument.
Royalties And Licenses
Royalties and Licenses
Royalty-based obligations with content licensors and distribution affiliates are either paid in advance and capitalized as prepaid royalties or are accrued as incurred and subsequently paid. For contracts with guaranteed minimums, these royalty-based obligations are generally expensed to cost of revenue at the greater of the contractual rate or an effective royalty rate based on the total projected net revenue. Prepayments made to thinly capitalized independent software developers and co-publishing affiliates are generally made in connection with the development of a particular product, and therefore, we are subject to development risk prior to the release of the product. Accordingly, payments that are due prior to completion of a product are generally expensed to research and development over the development period as the services are incurred. Payments due after completion of the product (primarily royalty-based in nature) are generally expensed as cost of revenue.
Our contracts with some licensors include minimum guaranteed royalty payments, which are initially recorded as an asset and as a liability at the contractual amount when no performance remains with the licensor. When performance remains with the licensor, we record guarantee payments as an asset when actually paid and as a liability when incurred, rather than recording the asset and liability upon execution of the contract.
Each quarter, we also evaluate the expected future realization of our royalty-based assets, as well as any unrecognized minimum commitments not yet paid to determine amounts we deem unlikely to be realized through future revenue. Any impairments or losses determined before the launch of a product are generally charged to research and development expense. Impairments or losses determined post-launch are charged to cost of revenue. We evaluate long-lived royalty-based assets for impairment using undiscounted cash flows when impairment indicators exist. If an impairment exists, then the related assets are written down to fair value. Unrecognized minimum royalty-based commitments are recognized when the underlying intellectual property is abandoned (i.e., the date EA commits to cease use of the IP) or the contractual rights to use the intellectual property are terminated.
Advertising Costs
Advertising Costs
We generally expense advertising costs as incurred, except for production costs associated with media campaigns, which are recognized as prepaid assets (to the extent paid in advance) and expensed at the first run of the advertisement. We are reimbursed by our vendors for certain advertising costs incurred by us that benefit our vendors. Such amounts are recognized as a reduction of marketing and sales expense if the advertising (1) is specific to the vendor, (2) represents an identifiable benefit to us, and (3) represents an incremental cost to us. For the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023, advertising expense, net of vendor reimbursements, totaled approximately $289 million, $375 million, and $348 million, respectively.
Software Development Costs
Software Development Costs
Research and development costs, which consist primarily of software development costs, are expensed as incurred. We are required to capitalize software development costs incurred for computer software to be sold, leased or otherwise marketed after technological feasibility of the software is established or for development costs that have alternative future uses. Under our current practice of developing games, the technological feasibility of the underlying software is not established until substantially all product development and testing is complete, which generally includes the development of a working model. Software development costs that have been capitalized to date have been insignificant.
Foreign Currency Translation
Foreign Currency Translation
Generally, the functional currency for our foreign operating subsidiaries is its local currency. Assets and liabilities of foreign operations are translated into U.S. dollars using month-end exchange rates, and revenue and expenses are translated into U.S. dollars using average exchange rates. The effects of foreign currency translation adjustments are included as a component of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) in stockholders’ equity.
Income Taxes
Income Taxes
We recognize deferred tax assets and liabilities for both the expected impact of differences between the financial statement amount and the tax basis of assets and liabilities and for the expected future tax benefit to be derived from tax losses and tax credit carryforwards. We do not recognize any deferred taxes related to the U.S. taxes on foreign earnings as we recognize these taxes as a period cost.
Every quarter, we perform a realizability analysis to evaluate whether it is more likely than not that all or a portion of our deferred tax assets will not be realized. Our Swiss deferred tax asset realizability analysis relies upon future Swiss taxable income, and considers all available sources of Swiss income based on positive and negative evidence. We give more weight to evidence that can be objectively verified. However, estimating future Swiss taxable income requires judgment, specifically related to assumptions about expected growth rates of future Swiss taxable income, which are based primarily on third party market and industry growth data. Actual results that differ materially from those estimates could have a material impact on our valuation allowance assessment. Although objectively verifiable, Swiss interest rates have an impact on the valuation allowance and are based on published Swiss guidance. Any significant changes to such interest rates could result in a material impact to the valuation allowance. Switzerland has a seven-year carryforward period and does not permit the carry back of losses. Actions we take in connection with acquisitions could also impact the utilization of our Swiss deferred tax asset.
Stock Repurchases Stock Repurchases
Shares of our common stock repurchased pursuant to our repurchase program, if any, are retired. The purchase price of such repurchased shares of common stock is recorded as a reduction to additional paid-in capital. If the balance in additional paid-in capital is exhausted, the excess is recorded as a reduction to retained earnings.
Restructuring
Restructuring
We generally recognize employee severance costs when payments are probable and amounts are estimable or when notification occurs, depending on the region in which an employee works. Costs related to non-lease contracts without future benefit or contract termination are recognized at the earlier of the contract termination or the cease-use dates. Other exit-related costs are recognized as incurred.
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Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Tables)
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Accounting Policies [Abstract]  
Schedule of Useful Lives
Property and equipment, net, are stated at cost. Depreciation is calculated using the straight-line method over the following useful lives:
Buildings  
20 to 25 years
Computer equipment and software  
2 to 6 years
Equipment, furniture and fixtures, and other  
3 to 5 years
Leasehold improvements  
Lesser of the lease term or the estimated useful lives of the improvements, ranging from 1 to 14 years
Property and equipment, net, as of March 31, 2025 and 2024 consisted of (in millions):
 As of March 31,
 20252024
Computer, equipment and software$1,033 $965 
Buildings379 376 
Leasehold improvements229 190 
Equipment, furniture and fixtures, and other109 92 
Land66 67 
Construction in progress21 47 
1,837 1,737 
Less: accumulated depreciation(1,251)(1,159)
Property and equipment, net$586 $578 
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Fair Value Measurements (Tables)
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]    
Fair Value Assets And Liabilities Measured On Recurring Basis
As of March 31, 2025 and 2024, our assets and liabilities that were measured and recorded at fair value on a recurring basis were as follows (in millions):
  Fair Value Measurements at Reporting Date Using 
 
As of
March 31, 2025
Quoted Prices in
Active Markets for Identical
Financial Instruments		Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs		Significant
Unobservable
Inputs		 
 (Level 1)(Level 2)(Level 3)Balance Sheet Classification
Assets
Bank and time deposits$58 $58 $— $— Cash equivalents
Money market funds904 904 — — Cash equivalents
Available-for-sale securities:
Corporate bonds46 — 46 — Short-term investments
U.S. Treasury securities12 12 — — Short-term investments
Foreign government securities4 — 4 — Short-term investments
Asset-backed securities50 — 50 — Short-term investments
Foreign currency derivatives28 — 28 — Other current assets and other assets
Deferred compensation plan assets (a)
36 36 — — Other assets
Total assets at fair value$1,138 $1,010 $128 $— 
Liabilities
Foreign currency derivatives$26 $— $26 $— Accounts payable, accrued, and other current liabilities and other liabilities
Deferred compensation plan liabilities (a)
36 36 — — Other liabilities
Total liabilities at fair value$62 $36 $26 $— 
  Fair Value Measurements at Reporting Date Using 
 As of
March 31,
2024		Quoted Prices in
Active Markets for Identical
Financial Instruments		Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs		Significant
Unobservable
Inputs		 
 (Level 1)(Level 2)(Level 3)Balance Sheet Classification
Assets
Bank and time deposits$58 $58 $— $— Cash equivalents
Money market funds1,038 1,038 — — Cash equivalents
Available-for-sale securities:
Corporate bonds130 — 130 — Short-term investments
U.S. Treasury securities95 95 — — Short-term investments
U.S. agency securities9 — 9 — Short-term investments
Commercial paper74 — 74 — Short-term investments and cash equivalents
Foreign government securities8 — 8 — Short-term investments
Asset-backed securities41 — 41 — Short-term investments
Certificates of deposit 13 — 13 — Short-term investments
Foreign currency derivatives29 — 29 — Other current assets and other assets
Deferred compensation plan assets (a)
30 30 — — Other assets
Total assets at fair value$1,525 $1,221 $304 $— 
Liabilities
Foreign currency derivatives$20 $— $20 $— Accounts payable, accrued, and other current liabilities and other liabilities
Deferred compensation plan liabilities (a)
31 31 — — Other liabilities
Total liabilities at fair value$51 $31 $20 $— 
(a)The Deferred Compensation Plan consists of various mutual funds. See Note 15 for additional information regarding our Deferred Compensation Plan.
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Financial Instruments (Tables)
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Financial Instruments [Abstract]  
Schedule of Short-Term Investments
Short-term investments consisted of the following as of March 31, 2025 and 2024 (in millions):
 
As of March 31, 2025
As of March 31, 2024
 Cost or
Amortized
Cost		Gross UnrealizedFair
Value		Cost or
Amortized
Cost		Gross UnrealizedFair
Value
 GainsLossesGainsLosses
Corporate bonds$46 $— $— $46 $130 $— $— $130 
U.S. Treasury securities12 — — 12 95 — — 95 
U.S. agency securities— — — — 9 — — 9 
Commercial paper— — — — 66 — — 66 
Foreign government securities4 — — 4 8 — — 8 
Asset-backed securities50 — — 50 41 — — 41 
Certificates of deposit— — — — 13 — — 13 
Short-term investments$112 $— $— $112 $362 $— $— $362 
Fair Value Of Short-Term Investments By Stated Maturity Date Schedule
The following table summarizes the amortized cost and fair value of our short-term investments, classified by stated maturity as of March 31, 2025 and 2024 (in millions):
 
As of March 31, 2025
As of March 31, 2024
 Amortized
Cost		Fair
Value		Amortized
Cost		Fair
Value
Short-term investments
Due within 1 year$46 $46 $231 $231 
Due 1 year through 5 years63 63 126 126 
Due after 5 years3 3 5 5 
Short-term investments$112 $112 $362 $362 
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Derivative Financial Instruments (Tables)
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]  
Schedule of Notional Amounts of Outstanding Derivative Positions
Total gross notional amounts and fair values for currency derivatives with cash flow hedge accounting designation are as follows (in millions):
As of March 31, 2025
As of March 31, 2024
Notional AmountFair ValueNotional AmountFair Value
AssetLiabilityAssetLiability
Forward contracts to purchase$463 $4 $7 $413 $1 $4 
Forward contracts to sell$1,970 $20 $16 $2,329 $24 $11 
Total gross notional amounts and fair values for currency derivatives that are not designated as hedging instruments are accounted for as follows (in millions):
As of March 31, 2025
As of March 31, 2024
Notional AmountFair ValueNotional AmountFair Value
AssetLiabilityAssetLiability
Forward contracts to purchase$511 $1 $2 $452 $— $5 
Forward contracts to sell$582 $3 $1 $419 $4 $— 
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss)
The effects of cash flow hedge accounting in our Consolidated Statements of Operations for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023 are as follows (in millions):
Year Ended March 31,
202520242023
Net revenueResearch and developmentNet revenueResearch and developmentNet revenueResearch and development
Total amounts presented in our Consolidated Statements of Operations in which the effects of cash flow hedges are recorded$7,463 $2,569 $7,562 $2,420 $7,426 $2,328 
Gains (losses) on foreign currency forward contracts designated as cash flow hedges$18 $(11)$56 $(8)$185 $(18)
The effect of foreign currency forward contracts not designated as hedging instruments in our Consolidated Statements of Operations for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023, was as follows (in millions):
 Year Ended March 31,
 202520242023
Interest and other income (expense), net
Total amounts presented in our Consolidated Statements of Operations in which the effects of balance sheet hedges are recorded$85 $71 $(6)
Gains (losses) on foreign currency forward contracts not designated as hedging instruments$45 $12 $(29)
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Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) (Tables)
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Abstract]  
Components of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
The changes in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) by component, net of tax, for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023 are as follows (in millions):
Unrealized Net Gains (Losses) on Available-for-Sale SecuritiesUnrealized Net Gains (Losses) on Derivative InstrumentsForeign Currency Translation AdjustmentsTotal
Balances as of March 31, 2022$(3)$47 $(29)$15 
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications1 133 (50)84 
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)1 (167)— (166)
Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax2 (34)(50)(82)
Balances as of March 31, 2023$(1)$13 $(79)$(67)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications1 45 (3)43 
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)— (48)— (48)
Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax1 (3)(3)(5)
Balances as of March 31, 2024$— $10 $(82)$(72)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications— 8 (16)(8)
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)— (7)— (7)
Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax— 1 (16)(15)
Balances as of March 31, 2025$— $11 $(98)$(87)
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income
The effects on net income of amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023 were as follows (in millions):
 Statement of Operations ClassificationAmount Reclassified From Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Year Ended March 31,
202520242023
(Gains) losses on available-for-sale securities:
Interest and other income (expense), net$— $— $1 
Total, net of tax— — 1 
(Gains) losses on foreign currency forward contracts designated as cash flow hedges
Net revenue(18)(56)(185)
Research and development11 8 18 
Total, net of tax(7)(48)(167)
Total net (gain) loss reclassified, net of tax$(7)$(48)$(166)
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Goodwill And Acquisition-Related Intangibles, Net (Tables)
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]    
Schedule Of Changes In The Carrying Amount Of Goodwill
The changes in the carrying amount of goodwill for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025 are as follows (in millions):
As of
March 31, 2024
ActivityEffects of Foreign Currency Translation
As of
March 31, 2025
Goodwill$5,747 $— $(3)$5,744 
Accumulated impairment(368)— — (368)
Total$5,379 $— $(3)$5,376 
The changes in the carrying amount of goodwill for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2024 are as follows (in millions):
As of
March 31, 2023
ActivityEffects of Foreign Currency Translation
As of
March 31, 2024
Goodwill$5,748 $— $(1)$5,747 
Accumulated impairment(368)— — (368)
Total$5,380 $— $(1)$5,379 
Schedule Of Acquisition-Related Intangibles
Acquisition-related intangibles consisted of the following (in millions):
 
As of March 31, 2025
As of March 31, 2024
 Gross
Carrying
Amount		Accumulated
Amortization		Acquisition-
Related
Intangibles, Net		Gross
Carrying
Amount		Accumulated
Amortization		Acquisition-
Related
Intangibles, Net
Developed and core technology$933 $(790)$143 $1,025 $(821)$204 
Trade names and trademarks501 (351)150 502 (306)196 
Registered user base and other intangibles56 (56)— 56 (56)— 
Total$1,490 $(1,197)$293 $1,583 $(1,183)$400 
  
Schedule Of Amortization Of Intangible Assets
Amortization of intangibles, including impairments, for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023 are classified in the Consolidated Statements of Operations as follows (in millions):
 Year Ended March 31,
 202520242023
Cost of revenue$40 $76 $120 
Operating expenses67 142 158 
Restructuring— — 66 
Total$107 $218 $344 
  
Schedule Of Future Amortization Of Acquisition-Related Intangibles
As of March 31, 2025, future amortization of finite-lived acquisition-related intangibles that will be recorded in the Consolidated Statements of Operations is estimated as follows (in millions):
Fiscal Year Ending March 31, 
2026$102 
202783 
202880 
202928 
Total$293 
  
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Restructuring Activities (Tables)
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Restructuring and Related Activities [Abstract]  
Restructuring and Related Costs
Restructuring activities as of the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025 was as follows (in millions):
Licensor Commitments (a)
Workforce (a)
Office Space ReductionsTotal
Charges to operations$30 $29 $2 $61 
Charges settled in cash(17)(5)— (22)
Impairment and other charges(13)— (2)(15)
Liability as of March 31, 2024$— $24 $— $24 
Charges to operations5 — 57 62 
Charges settled in cash— (24)— (24)
Impairment and other charges(5)— (57)(62)
Liability as of March 31, 2025$— $— $— $— 
(a) Charges are recorded within Restructuring in the Consolidated Statement of Operations.
v3.25.1
Royalties And Licenses (Tables)
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Royalties And Licenses [Abstract]  
Schedule Of Royalty-Related Assets
The current and long-term portions of prepaid royalties and minimum guaranteed royalty-related assets, included in other current assets and other assets, consisted of (in millions):
 As of March 31,
 20252024
Other current assets$55 $98 
Other assets23 24 
Royalty-related assets$78 $122 
Schedule Of Royalty-Related Liabilities The current and long-term portions of accrued royalties, included in accrued and other current liabilities and other liabilities, consisted of (in millions):
 As of March 31,
 20252024
Accounts payable, accrued, and other current liabilities$226 $189 
Other liabilities9 20 
Royalty-related liabilities$235 $209 
v3.25.1
Balance Sheet Details (Tables)
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Balance Sheet Related Disclosures [Abstract]  
Schedule of Useful Lives
Property and equipment, net, are stated at cost. Depreciation is calculated using the straight-line method over the following useful lives:
Buildings  
20 to 25 years
Computer equipment and software  
2 to 6 years
Equipment, furniture and fixtures, and other  
3 to 5 years
Leasehold improvements  
Lesser of the lease term or the estimated useful lives of the improvements, ranging from 1 to 14 years
Property and equipment, net, as of March 31, 2025 and 2024 consisted of (in millions):
 As of March 31,
 20252024
Computer, equipment and software$1,033 $965 
Buildings379 376 
Leasehold improvements229 190 
Equipment, furniture and fixtures, and other109 92 
Land66 67 
Construction in progress21 47 
1,837 1,737 
Less: accumulated depreciation(1,251)(1,159)
Property and equipment, net$586 $578 
Schedule of Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities
Accounts payable, accrued, and other current liabilities as of March 31, 2025 and 2024 consisted of (in millions):
 As of March 31,
 20252024
Accounts payable$105 $110 
Accrued compensation and benefits486 476 
Accrued royalties226 189 
Deferred net revenue (other)94 59 
Operating lease liabilities (See Note 13)
67 66 
Other accrued expenses297 286 
Sales returns and price protection reserves84 90 
Accounts payable, accrued, and other current liabilities$1,359 $1,276 
Deferred Revenue, by Arrangement
Deferred net revenue as of March 31, 2025 and 2024, consisted of (in millions):
As of March 31,
20252024
Deferred net revenue (online-enabled games)$1,700 $1,814 
Deferred net revenue (other)94 59 
Deferred net revenue (noncurrent)72 85 
Total deferred net revenue$1,866 $1,958 
v3.25.1
Income Taxes (Tables)
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]  
Components Of Income Before Provision For (Benefit From) Income Taxes
The components of our income before provision for income taxes for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023 are as follows (in millions):
 Year Ended March 31,
 202520242023
Domestic$447 $437 $315 
Foreign1,158 1,152 1,011 
Income before provision for income taxes$1,605 $1,589 $1,326 
Provision For (Benefit From) Income Taxes
Provision for income taxes for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023 consisted of (in millions):
 CurrentDeferredTotal
Year Ended March 31, 2025
Federal$369 $(136)$233 
State53 (28)25 
Foreign102 124 226 
$524 $(40)$484 
Year Ended March 31, 2024
Federal$138 $85 $223 
State20 9 29 
Foreign76 (12)64 
$234 $82 $316 
Year Ended March 31, 2023
Federal$570 $(339)$231 
State92 (76)16 
Foreign75 202 277 
$737 $(213)$524 
Schedule Of Differences Between Statutory Tax Rate And Effective Tax Rate
The differences between the statutory tax rate and our effective tax rate, expressed as a percentage of income before provision for income taxes, for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023 were as follows:
 Year Ended March 31,
 202520242023
Statutory federal tax expense rate21.0 %21.0 %21.0 %
State taxes, net of federal benefit0.9 %1.1 %1.1 %
Differences between statutory rate and foreign effective tax rate3.8 %2.9 %7.6 %
Research and development credits(2.3)%(2.4)%(3.0)%
Swiss valuation allowance3.2 %(0.3)%8.9 %
Effect of change in enacted tax rate— %(5.8)%— %
Non-deductible stock-based compensation3.2 %2.8 %3.2 %
Other0.4 %0.6 %0.7 %
Effective tax rate30.2 %19.9 %39.5 %
Deferred Tax Assets And Liabilities
The components of net deferred tax assets, as of March 31, 2025 and 2024 consisted of (in millions):
 As of March 31,
 20252024
Deferred tax assets:
Accruals, reserves and other expenses$227 $200 
Tax credit carryforwards235 222 
Research and development capitalization523 375 
Stock-based compensation43 41 
Net operating loss and capital loss carryforwards450 403 
Swiss intra-entity tax asset1,485 1,618 
Total2,963 2,859 
Valuation allowance(534)(464)
Deferred tax assets, net of valuation allowance2,429 2,395 
Deferred tax liabilities:
Amortization and depreciation(7)(10)
Other(3)(6)
Total(10)(16)
Deferred tax assets, net of valuation allowance and deferred tax liabilities$2,419 $2,379 
Schedule Of Unrecognized Tax Benefits A reconciliation of the beginning and ending balance of unrecognized tax benefits is summarized as follows (in millions):
Balance as of March 31, 2022$636 
Increases in unrecognized tax benefits related to current year tax positions245 
Decreases in unrecognized tax benefits related to settlements with taxing authorities(2)
Reductions in unrecognized tax benefits due to lapse of applicable statute of limitations(6)
Changes in unrecognized tax benefits due to foreign currency translation(6)
Balance as of March 31, 2023867 
Increases in unrecognized tax benefits related to prior year tax positions14 
Decreases in unrecognized tax benefits related to prior year tax positions(173)
Increases in unrecognized tax benefits related to current year tax positions97 
Reductions in unrecognized tax benefits due to lapse of applicable statute of limitations(2)
Changes in unrecognized tax benefits due to foreign currency translation1 
Balance as of March 31, 2024804 
Increases in unrecognized tax benefits related to prior year tax positions18 
Decreases in unrecognized tax benefits related to prior year tax positions(214)
Increases in unrecognized tax benefits related to current year tax positions94 
Decreases in unrecognized tax benefits related to settlements with taxing authorities(12)
Reductions in unrecognized tax benefits due to lapse of applicable statute of limitations(2)
Balance as of March 31, 2025$688 
v3.25.1
Financing Arrangement (Tables)
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]  
Schedule of Carrying Values Of Liability and Equity Components of Senior Notes
The carrying and fair values of the Senior Notes are as follows (in millions):
  
As of
March 31, 2025
As of
March 31, 2024
Senior Notes:
4.80% Senior Notes due 2026
$400 $400 
1.85% Senior Notes due 2031
750 750 
2.95% Senior Notes due 2051
750 750 
Total principal amount$1,900 $1,900 
Unaccreted discount(5)(5)
Unamortized debt issuance costs(11)(13)
Net carrying value of Senior Notes$1,884 $1,882 
Fair value of Senior Notes (Level 2)$1,511 $1,515 
Schedule Of Interest Expense Related To Notes
The following table summarizes our interest expense recognized for fiscal years 2025, 2024, and 2023 that is included in interest and other income (expense), net on our Consolidated Statements of Operations (in millions):
Year Ended March 31,
202520242023
Amortization of debt discount$— $— $(1)
Amortization of debt issuance costs(2)(2)(2)
Coupon interest expense(55)(55)(55)
Other interest expense(1)(1)— 
Total interest expense$(58)$(58)$(58)
v3.25.1
Leases (Tables)
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Leases [Abstract]  
Lease, Cost
The components of lease expenses for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023 are as follows (in millions):
Year Ended March 31,
202520242023
Operating lease costs$121 $80 $138 
Variable lease costs32 31 22 
Total lease expense$153 $111 $160 
During the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023, we did not incur material costs associated with short-term leases with an initial term of 12 months or less.

Supplemental cash and noncash information related to our operating leases for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023 are as follows (in millions):
Year Ended March 31,
202520242023
Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liability$87 $74 $97 
ROU assets obtained in exchange for new lease obligations$97 $37 $97 
Weighted average remaining lease term and discount rate at March 31, 2025 and 2024 are as follows:
At March 31, 2025
At March 31, 2024
Lease term7.1 years7.1 years
Discount rate4.0 %3.6 %
AssetsandLiabilitiesLesseeTableTextBlock
Operating lease ROU assets and liabilities recorded on our Consolidated Balance Sheets as of March 31, 2025 and 2024 are as follows (in millions):
As of March 31,Balance Sheet Classification

20252024
Operating lease ROU assets$237 $243 Other assets


Operating lease liabilities$67 $66 Accounts payable, accrued, and other current liabilities
Noncurrent operating lease liabilities267 248 Other liabilities
Total operating lease liabilities$334 

$314 
Lessee, Operating Lease, Liability, Maturity
Future minimum lease payments under operating leases as of March 31, 2025 were as follows (in millions):
Fiscal Years Ending March 31,

2026

$77 
2027

67 
2028

52 
2029

35 
2030

29 
Thereafter

123 
Total future lease payments

383 
Less imputed interest

(49)
Total operating lease liabilities

$334 
v3.25.1
Commitments And Contingencies (Tables)
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]  
Minimum Contractual Obligations
The following table summarizes our minimum contractual obligations as of March 31, 2025 (in millions):
Fiscal Years Ending March 31,
Total20262027202820292030Thereafter
Unrecognized commitments
Developer/licensor commitments$1,509 $353 $404 $205 $189 $186 $172 
Marketing commitments1,248 298 315 223 133 154 125 
Senior Notes interest676 54 36 36 36 36 478 
Operating lease imputed interest49 12 9 6 6 5 11 
Operating leases not yet commenced17 — 1 2 2 2 10 
Other purchase obligations293 166 80 30 12 5 — 
Total unrecognized commitments3,792 883 845 502 378 388 796 
Recognized commitments
Senior Notes principal and interest1,906 406 — — — — 1,500 
Operating leases334 65 58 46 29 24 112 
Transition Tax and other taxes7 7 — — — — — 
Total recognized commitments2,247 478 58 46 29 24 1,612 
Total Commitments$6,039 $1,361 $903 $548 $407 $412 $2,408 
v3.25.1
Stock-Based Compensation, Employee Benefit Plans, and Stock Repurchase Program (Tables)
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Share-Based Payment Arrangement [Abstract]  
Schedule Of Assumptions Used In The Black-Scholes Valuation Model
The estimated assumptions used in the Black-Scholes valuation model to value our ESPP purchase rights were as follows:
 ESPP Purchase Rights
 Year Ended March 31,
 202520242023
Risk-free interest rate
4.2 - 5.0%
5.0 - 5.5%
3.1% - 5.0%
Expected volatility
21 - 30%
19 - 24%
27 - 31%
Weighted-average volatility
28%
23%
29%
Expected term
6 - 12 months
6 - 12 months
6 - 12 months
Expected dividends
0.7%
0.8 %0.8 %
Schedule Of Assumptions Used In Monte-Carlo Simulation Model
The assumptions used in the Monte-Carlo simulation model to value our market-based restricted stock units were as follows:
 Year Ended March 31,
202520242023
Risk-free interest rate
4.5%
4.4 %
3.3%
Expected volatility
23 - 43%
25 - 59%
33 - 56%
Weighted-average volatility
31%
39%
43%
Expected dividendsNoneNoneNone
Disclosure Of Stock-Based Compensation Arrangements By Stock-Based Payment Award
The following table summarizes our stock option activity for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025:
Options
(in thousands)		Weighted-
Average
Exercise Prices		Weighted-
Average
Remaining
Contractual
Term  (in years)		Aggregate
Intrinsic Value
(in millions)
Outstanding as of March 31, 2024
12 $64.00 
Granted3 136.58 
Exercised(8)92.08 
Forfeited, cancelled or expired(1)58.76 
Outstanding as of March 31, 2025
6 $63.51 3.25$0.5 
Vested and expected to vest6 $63.51 3.25$0.5 
Exercisable as of March 31, 2025
6 $63.51 3.25$0.5 
The following table summarizes our restricted stock units activity, excluding performance-based and market-based restricted stock unit activity which is discussed below, for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025:

Restricted
Stock Units
(in thousands)		Weighted-
Average Grant
Date Fair Values
Outstanding as of March 31, 2024
7,480 $128.31 
Granted4,760 138.59 
Vested(4,228)129.53 
Forfeited or cancelled(463)131.82 
Outstanding as of March 31, 2025
7,549 $133.90 
The following table summarizes our performance-based restricted stock unit activity, presented with the maximum number of shares that could potentially vest, for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025:
Performance-
Based Restricted
Stock Units
(in thousands)		Weighted-
Average Grant
Date Fair Value
Outstanding as of March 31, 2024
836 $129.60 
Granted763 137.53 
Vested(277)133.67 
Forfeited or cancelled(318)129.29 
Outstanding as of March 31, 2025
1,004 $134.60 
The following table summarizes our market-based restricted stock unit activity, presented with the maximum number of shares that could potentially vest, for the year ended March 31, 2025:
Market-Based
Restricted  Stock
Units
(in thousands)		Weighted-
Average  Grant
Date Fair Value
Outstanding as of March 31, 2024
354 $168.53 
Granted381 80.91 
Vested(25)173.25 
Forfeited or cancelled(73)173.25 
Outstanding as of March 31, 2025
637 $115.43 
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Activity
The following table summarizes our ESPP activity for fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023:
Shares Issued
(in millions)		Exercise Prices for Purchase RightsWeighted-Average Fair Values of Purchase Rights
Fiscal Year 2023
0.7 
$96.34 - $111.86
$33.91 
Fiscal Year 2024
0.8 
$94.96 - $102.58
$30.82 
Fiscal Year 2025
0.7 
$102.58 - $120.94
$34.07 
Schedule Of Stock-Based Compensation Expense By Statement Of Operations
The following table summarizes stock-based compensation expense resulting from stock options, restricted stock units, market-based restricted stock units, performance-based restricted stock units, and the ESPP purchase rights included in our Consolidated Statements of Operations (in millions):
 Year Ended March 31,
 202520242023
Cost of revenue$14 $8 $7 
Research and development457 418 367 
Marketing and sales56 52 59 
General and administrative115 106 115 
Stock-based compensation expense$642 $584 $548 
Shares Repurchased and Retired
The following table summarizes total shares repurchased during fiscal years 2025, 2024, and 2023:
November 2020 ProgramAugust 2022 ProgramMay 2024 ProgramTotal
(In millions)SharesAmountShares
Amount(a)
Shares
Amount(a)
SharesAmount
Fiscal Year 2023
5.1 $650 5.3 $645 — $— 10.4 $1,295 
Fiscal Year 2024
— $— 10.0 $1,300 — $— 10.0 $1,300 
Fiscal Year 2025
— $— 1.2 $152 16.4 $2,348 17.6 $2,500 
(a)Amount excludes excise taxes. Accrued excise taxes are included in accrued and other current liabilities and additional paid-in capital on the Consolidated Balance Sheets.
v3.25.1
Interest And Other Income (Expense), Net (Tables)
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Interest and Other Income [Abstract]  
Schedule Of Interest And Other Income (Expense), Net
Interest and other income (expense), net, for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023 consisted of (in millions):
 Year Ended March 31,
 202520242023
Interest expense$(58)$(58)$(58)
Interest income125 126 49 
Net gain (loss) on foreign currency transactions(29)(10)31 
Net gain (loss) on foreign currency forward contracts45 12 (29)
Other income (expense), net2 1 1 
Interest and other income (expense), net$85 $71 $(6)
v3.25.1
Earnings Per Share (Tables)
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Earnings Per Share Reconciliation [Abstract]  
Computation Of Basic Earnings And Diluted Earnings Per Share
The following table summarizes the computations of basic earnings per share (“Basic EPS”) and diluted earnings per share (“Diluted EPS”). Basic EPS is computed as net income divided by the weighted-average number of common shares outstanding for the period. Diluted EPS reflects the potential dilution that could occur from common shares issuable through stock-based compensation plans including stock options, restricted stock units, market-based restricted stock units, performance-based restricted stock units, and ESPP purchase rights using the treasury stock method.
 Year Ended March 31,
(In millions, except per share amounts)202520242023
Net income$1,121 $1,273 $802 
Shares used to compute earnings per share:
Weighted-average common stock outstanding — basic262 270 277 
Dilutive potential common shares related to stock award plans2 2 1 
Weighted-average common stock outstanding — diluted264 272 278 
Earnings per share:
Basic$4.28 $4.71 $2.90 
Diluted$4.25 $4.68 $2.88 
v3.25.1
Segment and Revenue Information (Tables)
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Segment Reporting [Abstract]  
Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment
Information about our single reportable segment net revenue, net income, and significant segment expenses for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023 is presented below (in millions):
Year Ended March 31,
202520242023
Net revenue$7,463 $7,562 $7,426 
Less:
Cost of revenue (1)
1,489 1,626 1,665 
Research and development (1)
2,112 2,002 1,961 
Marketing and sales (1)
906 967 919 
General and administrative (1)
625 583 568 
Amortization and impairment of intangibles107 218 278 
Restructuring and related charges62 64 155 
Stock-based compensation642 584 548 
Interest and other (income) expenses, net(85)(71)6 
Provision for income taxes484 316 524 
Net income$1,121 $1,273 $802 
(1) Excludes amounts related to amortization and impairment of intangibles, restructuring and related charges, and stock-based compensation, which are presented separately in the table above.
Disaggregation of Revenue
Information about our total net revenue by timing of recognition for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023 is presented below (in millions):
Year Ended March 31,
202520242023
Net revenue by timing of recognition
Revenue recognized at a point in time$2,665 $2,563 $2,389 
Revenue recognized over time4,798 4,999 5,037 
Net revenue$7,463 $7,562 $7,426 
Net Revenue By Revenue Composition
Information about our total net revenue by composition for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023 is presented below (in millions):
 Year Ended March 31,
 202520242023
Net revenue by composition
Full game downloads$1,478 $1,343 $1,262 
Packaged goods524 672 675 
Full game2,002 2,015 1,937 
Live services and other
5,461 5,547 5,489 
Net revenue$7,463 $7,562 $7,426 
Schedule of Net Revenue by Platform
Information about our total net revenue by platform for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023 is presented below (in millions):
Year Ended March 31,
 202520242023
Platform net revenue
Console$4,776 $4,632 $4,443 
PC and other1,547 1,717 1,729 
Mobile1,140 1,213 1,254 
Net revenue$7,463 $7,562 $7,426 
Net Revenue By Geographic Area
Information about our operations in North America and internationally for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023 is presented below (in millions):
 Year Ended March 31,
 202520242023
Net revenue from unaffiliated customers
North America$3,078 $3,001 $3,151 
International4,385 4,561 4,275 
Net revenue$7,463 $7,562 $7,426 
Long-Lived Assets By Geographic Area
 As of March 31,
 20252024
Long-lived assets
North America$438 $420 
International148 158 
Total$586 $578 
v3.25.1
Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Schedule of Property, Plant, and Equipment Useful Lives (Details)
Mar. 31, 2025
Minimum | Buildings  
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]  
Property, plant and equipment, useful life 20 years
Minimum | Computer equipment and software  
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]  
Property, plant and equipment, useful life 2 years
Minimum | Equipment, furniture and fixtures, and other  
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]  
Property, plant and equipment, useful life 3 years
Minimum | Leasehold improvements  
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]  
Property, plant and equipment, useful life 1 year
Maximum | Buildings  
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]  
Property, plant and equipment, useful life 25 years
Maximum | Computer equipment and software  
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]  
Property, plant and equipment, useful life 6 years
Maximum | Equipment, furniture and fixtures, and other  
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]  
Property, plant and equipment, useful life 5 years
Maximum | Leasehold improvements  
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]  
Property, plant and equipment, useful life 14 years
v3.25.1
Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Narrative (Details)
$ in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
USD ($)
segment
customer
Mar. 31, 2024
USD ($)
customer
Mar. 31, 2023
USD ($)
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]      
Capitalized internal-use software $ 105 $ 93  
Number of reportable segments | segment 1    
Number of major customers | customer 2 2  
Advertising expense, net of vendor reimbursements $ 289 $ 375 $ 348
Net gain (loss) on foreign currency transactions (29) (10) 31
Net gain (loss) on foreign currency forward contracts $ 45 $ 12 $ (29)
Revenue recognized at a point in time      
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]      
Percentage of sales price 75.00%    
Revenue recognized over time      
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]      
Percentage of sales price 25.00%    
Accounts Receivable | Customer Concentration Risk | Customer A      
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]      
Concentration risk, percentage 35.00% 32.00%  
Accounts Receivable | Customer Concentration Risk | Customer B      
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]      
Concentration risk, percentage 28.00% 27.00%  
Net revenue | Customer Concentration Risk | Sales Channel, Through Intermediary      
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]      
Concentration risk, percentage 88.00% 80.00% 81.00%
Net revenue | Customer Concentration Risk | Sales Channel, Directly to Consumer      
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]      
Concentration risk, percentage 62.00% 59.00% 58.00%
Minimum      
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]      
Finite-lived intangible asset, useful life 2 years    
Maximum      
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]      
Finite-lived intangible asset, useful life 7 years    
v3.25.1
Fair Value Measurements (Fair Value of Assets And Liabilities Measured At Fair Value On A Recurring Basis) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Fair Value    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Total assets at fair value $ 1,138 $ 1,525
Total liabilities at fair value 62 51
Short-term investments 112 362
Corporate bonds    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Short-term investments 46 130
U.S. Treasury securities    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Short-term investments 12 95
U.S. agency securities    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Short-term investments 0 9
Commercial paper    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Short-term investments 0 66
Foreign government securities    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Short-term investments 4 8
Asset-backed securities    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Short-term investments 50 41
Certificates of deposit    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Short-term investments 0 13
Quoted Prices In Active Markets For Identical Financial Instruments (Level 1)    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Total assets at fair value 1,010 1,221
Total liabilities at fair value 36 31
Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2)    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Total assets at fair value 128 304
Total liabilities at fair value 26 20
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Total assets at fair value 0 0
Total liabilities at fair value 0 0
Cash equivalents | Bank and time deposits | Fair Value    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Fair value, cash equivalents 58 58
Cash equivalents | Money market funds | Fair Value    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Fair value, cash equivalents 904 1,038
Cash equivalents | Quoted Prices In Active Markets For Identical Financial Instruments (Level 1) | Bank and time deposits    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Fair value, cash equivalents 58 58
Cash equivalents | Quoted Prices In Active Markets For Identical Financial Instruments (Level 1) | Money market funds    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Fair value, cash equivalents 904 1,038
Cash equivalents | Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2) | Bank and time deposits    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Fair value, cash equivalents 0 0
Cash equivalents | Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2) | Money market funds    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Fair value, cash equivalents 0 0
Cash equivalents | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 | Bank and time deposits    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Fair value, cash equivalents 0 0
Cash equivalents | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 | Money market funds    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Fair value, cash equivalents 0 0
Short-term investments | Corporate bonds | Fair Value    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Short-term investments 46 130
Short-term investments | U.S. Treasury securities | Fair Value    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Short-term investments 12 95
Short-term investments | Foreign government securities | Fair Value    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Short-term investments 4 8
Short-term investments | Asset-backed securities | Fair Value    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Asset-backed securities 50 41
Short-term investments | Certificates of deposit | Fair Value    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Short-term investments   13
Short-term investments | Quoted Prices In Active Markets For Identical Financial Instruments (Level 1) | Corporate bonds    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Short-term investments 0 0
Short-term investments | Quoted Prices In Active Markets For Identical Financial Instruments (Level 1) | U.S. Treasury securities    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Short-term investments 12 95
Short-term investments | Quoted Prices In Active Markets For Identical Financial Instruments (Level 1) | Foreign government securities    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Short-term investments 0 0
Short-term investments | Quoted Prices In Active Markets For Identical Financial Instruments (Level 1) | Asset-backed securities    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Asset-backed securities 0 0
Short-term investments | Quoted Prices In Active Markets For Identical Financial Instruments (Level 1) | Certificates of deposit    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Short-term investments   0
Short-term investments | Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2) | Corporate bonds    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Short-term investments 46 130
Short-term investments | Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2) | U.S. Treasury securities    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Short-term investments 0 0
Short-term investments | Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2) | Foreign government securities    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Short-term investments 4 8
Short-term investments | Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2) | Asset-backed securities    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Asset-backed securities 50 41
Short-term investments | Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2) | Certificates of deposit    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Short-term investments   13
Short-term investments | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 | Corporate bonds    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Short-term investments 0 0
Short-term investments | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 | U.S. Treasury securities    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Short-term investments 0 0
Short-term investments | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 | Foreign government securities    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Short-term investments 0 0
Short-term investments | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 | Asset-backed securities    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Asset-backed securities 0 0
Short-term investments | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 | Certificates of deposit    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Short-term investments   0
Short-term investments and cash equivalents | U.S. agency securities | Fair Value    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Short-term investments   9
Short-term investments and cash equivalents | Commercial paper | Fair Value    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Short-term investments   74
Short-term investments and cash equivalents | Quoted Prices In Active Markets For Identical Financial Instruments (Level 1) | U.S. agency securities    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Short-term investments   0
Short-term investments and cash equivalents | Quoted Prices In Active Markets For Identical Financial Instruments (Level 1) | Commercial paper    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Short-term investments   0
Short-term investments and cash equivalents | Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2) | U.S. agency securities    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Short-term investments   9
Short-term investments and cash equivalents | Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2) | Commercial paper    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Short-term investments   74
Short-term investments and cash equivalents | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 | U.S. agency securities    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Short-term investments   0
Short-term investments and cash equivalents | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 | Commercial paper    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Short-term investments   0
Other current assets and other assets | Foreign currency derivatives | Fair Value    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Fair value, foreign currency derivatives 28 29
Other current assets and other assets | Quoted Prices In Active Markets For Identical Financial Instruments (Level 1) | Foreign currency derivatives    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Fair value, foreign currency derivatives 0 0
Other current assets and other assets | Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2) | Foreign currency derivatives    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Fair value, foreign currency derivatives 28 29
Other current assets and other assets | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 | Foreign currency derivatives    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Fair value, foreign currency derivatives 0 0
Other assets | Deferred compensation plan assets | Fair Value    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Fair value, deferred compensation plan assets and liabilities 36 30
Other assets | Quoted Prices In Active Markets For Identical Financial Instruments (Level 1) | Deferred compensation plan assets    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Fair value, deferred compensation plan assets and liabilities 36 30
Other assets | Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2) | Deferred compensation plan assets    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Fair value, deferred compensation plan assets and liabilities 0 0
Other assets | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 | Deferred compensation plan assets    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Fair value, deferred compensation plan assets and liabilities 0 0
Accounts payable, accrued, and other current liabilities and other liabilities | Foreign currency derivatives | Fair Value    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Fair value, foreign currency derivatives, liabilities 26 20
Accounts payable, accrued, and other current liabilities and other liabilities | Quoted Prices In Active Markets For Identical Financial Instruments (Level 1)    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Fair value, foreign currency derivatives, liabilities   0
Accounts payable, accrued, and other current liabilities and other liabilities | Quoted Prices In Active Markets For Identical Financial Instruments (Level 1) | Foreign currency derivatives    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Fair value, foreign currency derivatives, liabilities 0  
Accounts payable, accrued, and other current liabilities and other liabilities | Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2) | Foreign currency derivatives    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Fair value, foreign currency derivatives, liabilities 26 20
Accounts payable, accrued, and other current liabilities and other liabilities | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Fair value, foreign currency derivatives, liabilities   0
Accounts payable, accrued, and other current liabilities and other liabilities | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 | Foreign currency derivatives    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Fair value, foreign currency derivatives, liabilities 0  
Other liabilities | Deferred compensation plan liabilities | Fair Value    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Fair value, deferred compensation plan assets and liabilities 36 31
Other liabilities | Quoted Prices In Active Markets For Identical Financial Instruments (Level 1) | Deferred compensation plan liabilities    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Fair value, deferred compensation plan assets and liabilities 36 31
Other liabilities | Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2) | Deferred compensation plan liabilities    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Fair value, deferred compensation plan assets and liabilities 0 0
Other liabilities | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 | Deferred compensation plan liabilities    
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]    
Fair value, deferred compensation plan assets and liabilities $ 0 $ 0
v3.25.1
Financial Instruments - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Mar. 31, 2022
Financial Instruments [Abstract]        
Cash and cash equivalents $ 2,136 $ 2,900 $ 2,424 $ 2,732
v3.25.1
Financial Instruments - Fair Value Of Short-Term Investments (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Financial Instruments [Line Items]    
Short-term investments, Amortized Cost $ 112 $ 362
Gross Unrealized Gains 0 0
Gross Unrealized Losses 0 0
Short-term investments, Fair Value 112 362
Corporate bonds    
Financial Instruments [Line Items]    
Short-term investments, Amortized Cost 46 130
Gross Unrealized Gains 0 0
Gross Unrealized Losses 0 0
Short-term investments, Fair Value 46 130
U.S. Treasury securities    
Financial Instruments [Line Items]    
Short-term investments, Amortized Cost 12 95
Gross Unrealized Gains 0 0
Gross Unrealized Losses 0 0
Short-term investments, Fair Value 12 95
U.S. Agency Securities [Member]    
Financial Instruments [Line Items]    
Short-term investments, Amortized Cost 0 9
Gross Unrealized Gains 0 0
Gross Unrealized Losses 0 0
Short-term investments, Fair Value 0 9
Commercial paper    
Financial Instruments [Line Items]    
Short-term investments, Amortized Cost 0 66
Gross Unrealized Gains 0 0
Gross Unrealized Losses 0 0
Short-term investments, Fair Value 0 66
Foreign government securities    
Financial Instruments [Line Items]    
Short-term investments, Amortized Cost 4 8
Gross Unrealized Gains 0 0
Gross Unrealized Losses 0 0
Short-term investments, Fair Value 4 8
Asset-backed securities    
Financial Instruments [Line Items]    
Short-term investments, Amortized Cost 50 41
Gross Unrealized Gains 0 0
Gross Unrealized Losses 0 0
Short-term investments, Fair Value 50 41
Certificates of deposit    
Financial Instruments [Line Items]    
Short-term investments, Amortized Cost 0 13
Gross Unrealized Gains 0 0
Gross Unrealized Losses 0 0
Short-term investments, Fair Value $ 0 $ 13
v3.25.1
Financial Instruments - Fair Value Of Short-Term Investments By Stated Maturity Date Schedule (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Financial Instruments [Abstract]    
Due in 1 year or less, Amortized Cost $ 46 $ 231
Due in 1 year or less, Fair Value 46 231
Due 1 year through 5 years, Amortized Cost 63 126
Due 1 year through 5 years, Fair Value 63 126
Due after 5 years, Amortized Cost 3 5
Due after 5 years, Fair Value 3 5
Short-term investments, Amortized Cost 112 362
Short-term investments, Fair Value $ 112 $ 362
v3.25.1
Derivative Financial Instruments - Narrative (Details)
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Designated as Hedging Instrument  
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures  
Foreign currency forward and option contracts maximum maturity period 18 months
Not Designated as Hedging Instrument  
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures  
Foreign currency forward and option contracts maximum maturity period 3 months
v3.25.1
Derivative Financial Instruments - Gross Notional Amounts and Fair Values for Currency Derivatives (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Forward contracts to purchase    
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures    
Fair value of foreign currency contracts outstanding, Assets $ 4 $ 1
Fair value of foreign currency contracts outstanding, Liabilities 7 4
Forward contracts to sell    
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures    
Fair value of foreign currency contracts outstanding, Assets 20 24
Fair value of foreign currency contracts outstanding, Liabilities 16 11
Designated as Hedging Instrument | Forward contracts to purchase    
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures    
Notional Amount 463 413
Designated as Hedging Instrument | Forward contracts to sell    
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures    
Notional Amount 1,970 2,329
United States Dollar | Not Designated as Hedging Instrument | Forward contracts to purchase    
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures    
Notional Amount 511 452
United States Dollar | Not Designated as Hedging Instrument | Forward contracts to sell    
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures    
Notional Amount 582 419
Balance Sheet Hedging | Not Designated as Hedging Instrument | Forward contracts to purchase    
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures    
Derivative asset, current 1 0
Derivative liability, current 2 5
Balance Sheet Hedging | Not Designated as Hedging Instrument | Forward contracts to sell    
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures    
Derivative asset, current 3 4
Derivative liability, current $ 1 $ 0
v3.25.1
Derivative Financial Instruments - Location of Gain (Loss) Recognized in Income on Derivative, Non-Designated Hedging Instruments (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]      
Net revenue $ 7,463 $ 7,562 $ 7,426
Research and development 2,569 2,420 2,328
Other Nonoperating Income (Expense) 85 71 (6)
Net revenue      
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]      
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Cash Flow Hedge, Gain (Loss), Reclassification, before Tax 18 56 185
Research and development      
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]      
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Cash Flow Hedge, Gain (Loss), Reclassification, before Tax (11) (8) (18)
Interest and other income (expense), net      
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]      
Net gains (losses) on derivative instruments $ 45 $ 12 $ (29)
v3.25.1
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) - Changes in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income by Component (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Roll Forward]      
Beginning balance $ 7,513 $ 7,293 $ 7,625
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications (8) 43 84
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) (7) (48) (166)
Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax (15) (5) (82)
Ending balance 6,386 7,513 7,293
Total      
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Roll Forward]      
Beginning balance (72) (67) 15
Ending balance (87) (72) (67)
Unrealized Net Gains (Losses) on Available-for-Sale Securities      
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Roll Forward]      
Beginning balance 0 (1) (3)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications 0 1 1
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) 0 0 1
Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax 0 1 2
Ending balance 0 0 (1)
Unrealized Net Gains (Losses) on Derivative Instruments      
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Roll Forward]      
Beginning balance 10 13 47
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications 8 45 133
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) (7) (48) (167)
Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax 1 (3) (34)
Ending balance 11 10 13
Foreign Currency Translation Adjustments      
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Roll Forward]      
Beginning balance (82) (79) (29)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications (16) (3) (50)
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) 0   0
Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax (16) (3) (50)
Ending balance $ (98) $ (82) $ (79)
v3.25.1
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) - Effects on net income of amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]      
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) $ (7) $ (48) $ (166)
Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Available-for-Sale Securities      
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]      
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) 0 0 1
Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Available-for-Sale Securities | Interest and other income (expense), net      
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]      
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) 0 0 1
Unrealized Net Gains (Losses) on Derivative Instruments      
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]      
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) (7) (48) (167)
Unrealized Net Gains (Losses) on Derivative Instruments | Net revenue      
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]      
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) (18) (56) (185)
Unrealized Net Gains (Losses) on Derivative Instruments | Research and development      
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]      
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) $ 11 $ 8 $ 18
v3.25.1
Goodwill And Acquisition-Related Intangibles, Net - Schedule Of Changes In The Carrying Amount Of Goodwill (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Goodwill [Roll Forward]    
Goodwill, beginning balance $ 5,747 $ 5,748
Accumulated impairment, beginning balance (368) (368)
Goodwill, net, beginning balance 5,379 5,380
Goodwill acquired 0 0
Effects of foreign currency translation (3) (1)
Goodwill, ending balance 5,744 5,747
Accumulated impairment, ending balance (368) (368)
Goodwill, net, ending balance $ 5,376 $ 5,379
v3.25.1
Goodwill And Acquisition-Related Intangibles, Net - Schedule Of Acquisition-Related Intangibles (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Net [Abstract]    
Gross Carrying Amount $ 1,490 $ 1,583
Accumulated Amortization (1,197) (1,183)
Total 293 400
Developed and core technology    
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Net [Abstract]    
Gross Carrying Amount 933 1,025
Accumulated Amortization (790) (821)
Total 143 204
Trade names and trademarks    
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Net [Abstract]    
Gross Carrying Amount 501 502
Accumulated Amortization (351) (306)
Total 150 196
Registered user base and other intangibles    
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Net [Abstract]    
Gross Carrying Amount 56 56
Accumulated Amortization (56) (56)
Total $ 0 $ 0
v3.25.1
Goodwill and Acquisition-Related Intangibles, Net - Schedule Of Amortization Of Intangible Assets (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Amortization and impairment of intangibles $ 67 $ 142 $ 158
Cost of revenue      
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Amortization and impairment of intangibles 40 76 120
Operating expenses      
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Amortization and impairment of intangibles 67 142 158
Restructuring      
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Amortization and impairment of intangibles 0 0 66
Total amortization      
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Amortization and impairment of intangibles $ 107 $ 218 $ 344
v3.25.1
Goodwill And Acquisition-Related Intangibles, Net - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Asset impairment charges $ 0 $ 70 $ 106
Maximum      
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Finite-lived intangible asset, useful life 7 years    
Minimum      
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Finite-lived intangible asset, useful life 2 years    
Weighted Average      
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Acquired finite-lived intangible assets, weighted average useful life 3 years 2 months 12 days 4 years 1 month 6 days  
Restructuring      
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Asset impairment charges     66
Operating expenses      
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Asset impairment charges   $ 53 28
Cost of revenue      
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]      
Asset impairment charges   $ 17 $ 12
v3.25.1
Goodwill And Acquisition-Related Intangibles, Net - Schedule Of Future Amortization Of Acquisition-Related Intangibles (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]    
2026 $ 102  
2027 83  
2028 80  
2029 28  
Total $ 293 $ 400
v3.25.1
Restructuring Activities - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
 12 Months Ended 15 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2025
Office Space Reductions      
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]      
Restructuring and related cost, incurred cost     $ 59
Office Space Reductions | Restructuring      
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]      
Restructuring and related cost, incurred cost $ 52    
Office Space Reductions | General and administrative      
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]      
Restructuring and related cost, incurred cost 7    
2024 Restructuring Plan      
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]      
Restructuring costs     $ 123
Restructuring and related cost, incurred cost 62 $ 61  
2024 Restructuring Plan | Office Space Reductions      
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]      
Restructuring and related cost, incurred cost $ 57 $ 2  
v3.25.1
Restructuring Activities - Schedule of Restructuring (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
 12 Months Ended 15 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2025
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]      
Restructuring Charges, Statement of Income or Comprehensive Income [Extensible Enumeration] Restructuring (See Note 8)    
2024 Restructuring Plan      
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]      
Restructuring reserve $ 0 $ 24 $ 0
Charges to operations 62 61  
Charges settled in cash (24) (22)  
Impairment and other charges (62) (15)  
Licensor Commitments | 2024 Restructuring Plan      
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]      
Restructuring reserve 0 0 0
Charges to operations 5 30  
Charges settled in cash 0 (17)  
Impairment and other charges (5) (13)  
Workforce | 2024 Restructuring Plan      
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]      
Restructuring reserve 0 24 0
Charges to operations 0 29  
Charges settled in cash (24) (5)  
Impairment and other charges 0 0  
Office Space Reductions      
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]      
Charges to operations     59
Office Space Reductions | 2024 Restructuring Plan      
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]      
Restructuring reserve 0 0 $ 0
Charges to operations 57 2  
Charges settled in cash 0 0  
Impairment and other charges $ (57) $ (2)  
v3.25.1
Royalties And Licenses - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Royalties And Licenses [Line Items]      
Asset impairment charges $ 0 $ 70 $ 106
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation 3,792    
Licensor Commitments      
Royalties And Licenses [Line Items]      
Asset impairment charges $ 0 $ 30 $ 0
v3.25.1
Royalties and Licenses - Schedule Of Royalty-Related Assets (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Royalties And Licenses [Line Items]    
Royalty-related assets $ 78 $ 122
Other current assets and other assets    
Royalties And Licenses [Line Items]    
Royalty-related assets 55 98
Other assets    
Royalties And Licenses [Line Items]    
Royalty-related assets $ 23 $ 24
v3.25.1
Royalties and Licenses - Schedule Of Royalty-Related Liabilities (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Royalty-Related Liabilities [Line Items]    
Royalty-related liabilities $ 235 $ 209
Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities    
Royalty-Related Liabilities [Line Items]    
Royalty-related liabilities 226 189
Other liabilities    
Royalty-Related Liabilities [Line Items]    
Royalty-related liabilities $ 9 $ 20
v3.25.1
Balance Sheet Details - Property And Equipment, Net Schedule (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment, gross $ 1,837 $ 1,737
Less accumulated depreciation (1,251) (1,159)
Property and equipment, net 586 578
Computer equipment and software    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment, gross 1,033 965
Buildings    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment, gross 379 376
Leasehold improvements    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment, gross 229 190
Equipment, furniture and fixtures, and other    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment, gross 109 92
Land    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment, gross 66 67
Construction in progress    
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]    
Property and equipment, gross $ 21 $ 47
v3.25.1
Balance Sheet Details - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Depreciation expense $ 204 $ 196 $ 193
Deferred revenue, revenue recognized 1,875 $ 1,987  
Total deferred revenue      
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]      
Revenue, remaining performance obligation, amount $ 1,866    
v3.25.1
Balance Sheet Details - Accounts Payable, Accrued And Other Current Liabilities Schedule (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Balance Sheet Related Disclosures [Abstract]    
Accounts payable $ 105 $ 110
Accrued compensation and benefits 486 476
Accrued royalties 226 189
Deferred net revenue (other) 94 59
Operating lease liabilities (See Note 13) 67 66
Other accrued expenses 297 286
Sales returns and price protection reserves 84 90
Accrued Liabilities, Current $ 1,359 $ 1,276
v3.25.1
Balance Sheet Details - Deferred Net Revenue (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Deferred revenue, current $ 1,700 $ 1,814
Deferred net revenue (online-enabled games)    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Deferred revenue, current 1,700 1,814
Deferred net revenue (other)    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Deferred revenue, current 94 59
Deferred net revenue (noncurrent)    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Deferred revenue, noncurrent 72 85
Total deferred net revenue    
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]    
Deferred revenue $ 1,866 $ 1,958
v3.25.1
Balance Sheet Details - Remaining Performance Obligations (Details)
$ in Millions
Mar. 31, 2025
USD ($)
Total deferred revenue  
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction [Line Items]  
Revenue, remaining performance obligation, amount $ 1,866
v3.25.1
Income Taxes - Components Of Loss Before Income Taxes (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]      
Domestic $ 447 $ 437 $ 315
Foreign 1,158 1,152 1,011
Income before provision for income taxes $ 1,605 $ 1,589 $ 1,326
v3.25.1
Income Taxes - Provision For (Benefit From) Income Taxes (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]      
Federal, Current $ 369 $ 138 $ 570
State, Current 53 20 92
Foreign, Current 102 76 75
Total, Current 524 234 737
Federal, Deferred (136) 85 (339)
State, Deferred (28) 9 (76)
Foreign, Deferred 124 (12) 202
Total, Deferred (40) 82 (213)
Total, Federal 233 223 231
Total, State 25 29 16
Total, Foreign 226 64 277
Total provision for (benefit from) income taxes $ 484 $ 316 $ 524
v3.25.1
Income Taxes - Schedule Of Differences Between Statutory Tax Rate And Effective Tax Rate (Details)
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]      
Statutory federal tax expense rate 21.00% 21.00% 21.00%
State taxes, net of federal benefit 0.90% 1.10% 1.10%
Differences between statutory rate and foreign effective tax rate 3.80% 2.90% 7.60%
Research and development credits (2.30%) (2.40%) (3.00%)
Swiss valuation allowance 3.20% (0.30%) 8.90%
Effect of change in enacted tax rate 0.00% (5.80%) 0.00%
Non-deductible stock-based compensation 3.20% 2.80% 3.20%
Other 0.40% 0.60% 0.70%
Effective tax rate 30.20% 19.90% 39.50%
v3.25.1
Income Taxes - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Mar. 31, 2022
Income Tax Disclosure [Line Items]        
Income tax expense (benefit), continuing operations, adjustment of deferred tax (asset) liability $ (51) $ (92) $ (118)  
Net operating loss carryforwards 3,000      
Net operating loss attributable to various acquired companies 40      
Net operating loss attributable to Switzerland 2,900      
Net operating loss attributable to U.S. federal 31      
Tax credit carry forwards 6      
Deferred tax assets, valuation allowance (534) (464)    
Gross unrecognized tax benefits 688 804 $ 867 $ 636
Unrecognized tax benefits that would impact effective tax rate 482      
Unrecognized tax benefits, income tax penalties and interest accrued 127 $ 91    
Non-US        
Income Tax Disclosure [Line Items]        
Cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments $ 1,100      
Pro Forma        
Income Tax Disclosure [Line Items]        
Effective income tax rate, excluding unrecognized tax benefits, percent 27.00% 26.70%    
State [Member]        
Income Tax Disclosure [Line Items]        
Tax credit carry forwards $ 219      
v3.25.1
Income Taxes - Deferred Tax Assets And Liabilities (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Deferred tax assets:    
Accruals, reserves and other expenses $ 227 $ 200
Tax credit carryforwards 235 222
Research and development capitalization 523 375
Stock-based compensation 43 41
Net operating loss and capital loss carryforwards 450 403
Swiss intra-entity tax asset 1,485 1,618
Total 2,963 2,859
Valuation allowance (534) (464)
Deferred tax assets, net of valuation allowance 2,429 2,395
Deferred tax liabilities:    
Amortization and depreciation (7) (10)
Other (3) (6)
Total (10) (16)
Deferred tax assets, net of valuation allowance and deferred tax liabilities $ 2,419 $ 2,379
v3.25.1
Income Taxes - Schedule Of Unrecognized Tax Benefits (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]      
Unrecognized tax benefits, beginning balance $ 804 $ 867 $ 636
Increases in unrecognized tax benefits related to prior year tax positions 18 14  
Decreases in unrecognized tax benefits related to prior year tax positions (214) (173)  
Increases in unrecognized tax benefits related to current year tax positions 94 97 245
Decreases in unrecognized tax benefits related to settlements with taxing authorities (12)   (2)
Reductions in unrecognized tax benefits due to lapse of applicable statute of limitations (2) (2) (6)
Changes in unrecognized tax benefits due to foreign currency translation   1 (6)
Unrecognized tax benefits, ending balance $ 688 $ 804 $ 867
v3.25.1
Financing Arrangement - Carrying Values Of Liability And Equity Components Of Notes (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Feb. 28, 2021
Feb. 29, 2016
Debt Instrument [Line Items]        
Net carrying value of Senior Notes $ 1,884 $ 1,882    
2026 Notes        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]        
Long-term debt 400 400   $ 400
2031 Notes        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]        
Long-term debt 750 750 $ 750  
2051 Notes        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]        
Long-term debt 750 750 750  
Senior Notes        
Debt Instrument [Line Items]        
Long-term debt 1,900 1,900    
Unaccreted discount (5) (5) 6 1
Unamortized debt issuance costs (11) (13) $ (16) $ (4)
Fair value of Senior Notes (Level 2) $ 1,511 $ 1,515    
v3.25.1
Financing Arrangement - Senior Notes (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
 1 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Feb. 28, 2021
Feb. 29, 2016
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Feb. 11, 2021
Feb. 24, 2016
Debt Instrument [Line Items]            
Proceeds from issuance of senior notes, net of issuance costs $ 1,478 $ 395        
2026 Notes            
Debt Instrument [Line Items]            
Long-term debt   $ 400 $ 400 $ 400    
Contractual interest rate of 0.75% Convertible Senior Notes due 2016   4.80%       4.80%
Effective interest rate   4.97%        
Debt instrument, convertible, remaining discount amortization period     10 months 24 days      
2031 Notes            
Debt Instrument [Line Items]            
Long-term debt $ 750   $ 750 750    
Contractual interest rate of 0.75% Convertible Senior Notes due 2016 1.85%       1.85%  
Effective interest rate 1.98%          
Debt instrument, convertible, remaining discount amortization period     5 years 10 months 24 days      
2051 Notes            
Debt Instrument [Line Items]            
Long-term debt $ 750   $ 750 750    
Contractual interest rate of 0.75% Convertible Senior Notes due 2016 2.95%       2.95%  
Effective interest rate 3.04%          
Debt instrument, convertible, remaining discount amortization period     25 years 10 months 24 days      
Senior Notes            
Debt Instrument [Line Items]            
Long-term debt     $ 1,900 1,900    
Unaccreted discount $ 6 $ 1 (5) (5)    
Debt issuance costs, net $ (16) $ (4) $ (11) $ (13)    
Debt instrument, redemption price, percentage     100.00%      
Change of control repurchase event            
Debt Instrument [Line Items]            
Debt instrument, redemption price, percentage     101.00%      
v3.25.1
Financing Arrangement - Line of Credit Facility (Details) - Revolving Credit Facility - USD ($)
$ in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
May 22, 2023
Mar. 22, 2023
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]      
Line of credit facility, maximum borrowing capacity     $ 500
Option to request additional commitments on credit facility   $ 500  
Debt instrument, basis spread on variable rate 0.10%    
Debt instrument, fee amount $ 2    
Line of credit facility, term 5 years    
v3.25.1
Financing Arrangement - Schedule Of Interest Expense Related To Notes (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]      
Amortization of debt discount $ 0 $ 0 $ (1)
Amortization of debt issuance costs (2) (2) (2)
Coupon interest expense (55) (55) (55)
Other interest expense (1) (1) 0
Total interest expense $ (58) $ (58) $ (58)
v3.25.1
Leases - Narrative (Details)
$ in Millions
Mar. 31, 2025
USD ($)
Lessee, Lease, Description [Line Items]  
Lessee, operating lease, remaining lease term 12 years
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation $ 3,792
Lessee, operating lease, lease not yet commenced, term of contract 10 years
Operating leases  
Lessee, Lease, Description [Line Items]  
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation $ 17
v3.25.1
Leases - Components of Lease Expense (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Leases [Abstract]      
Operating lease costs $ 121 $ 80 $ 138
Variable lease costs 32 31 22
Total lease expense $ 153 $ 111 $ 160
v3.25.1
Leases - Supplemental Cash Flow Information (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Leases [Abstract]      
Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liability $ 87 $ 74 $ 97
ROU assets obtained in exchange for new lease obligations $ 97 $ 37 $ 97
v3.25.1
Leases - Weighted Average Remaining Lease Term (Details)
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Leases [Abstract]    
Lease term 7 years 1 month 6 days 7 years 1 month 6 days
Discount rate 4.00% 3.60%
v3.25.1
Leases - Operating Lease ROU Assets and Liabilities (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Leases [Abstract]    
Operating Lease, Right-of-Use Asset, Statement of Financial Position [Extensible Enumeration] Other assets Other assets
Operating lease ROU assets $ 237 $ 243
Operating Lease, Liability, Current, Statement of Financial Position [Extensible Enumeration] Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities, Current Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities, Current
Operating lease liabilities (See Note 13) $ 67 $ 66
Operating Lease, Liability, Noncurrent, Statement of Financial Position [Extensible Enumeration] Other liabilities Other liabilities
Noncurrent operating lease liabilities $ 267 $ 248
Total operating lease liabilities $ 334 $ 314
v3.25.1
Leases - Future Minimum Lease Payments (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Leases [Abstract]    
2026 $ 77  
2027 67  
2028 52  
2029 35  
2030 29  
Thereafter 123  
Total future lease payments 383  
Less imputed interest (49)  
Total operating lease liabilities $ 334 $ 314
v3.25.1
Commitments And Contingencies - Minimum Contractual Obligations (Details)
$ in Millions
Mar. 31, 2025
USD ($)
Long Term Purchase Commitments  
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation $ 3,792
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in next rolling twelve months 883
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year two 845
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year three 502
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year four 378
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year five 388
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling after year five 796
Recorded unconditional purchase obligation 2,247
Recorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in next rolling twelve months 478
Recorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year two 58
Recorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year three 46
Recorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year four 29
Recorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year five 24
Recorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling after year five 1,612
Total unconditional purchase obligation, balance sheet amount 6,039
Total unconditional purchase obligation balance sheet amount one year after fiscal year end 1,361
Total unconditional purchase obligation, balance sheet amount, two years after fiscal year end 903
Total unconditional purchase obligation, balance sheet amount, three years after fiscal year end 548
Total unconditional purchase obligation balance sheet amount four years after fiscal year end 407
Total unconditional purchase obligation, balance sheet amount, five years after fiscal year end 412
Total unconditional purchase obligation, balance sheet amount thereafter 2,408
Developer/licensor commitments  
Long Term Purchase Commitments  
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation 1,509
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in next rolling twelve months 353
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year two 404
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year three 205
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year four 189
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year five 186
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling after year five 172
Marketing commitments  
Long Term Purchase Commitments  
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation 1,248
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in next rolling twelve months 298
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year two 315
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year three 223
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year four 133
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year five 154
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling after year five 125
Senior Notes interest  
Long Term Purchase Commitments  
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation 676
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in next rolling twelve months 54
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year two 36
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year three 36
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year four 36
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year five 36
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling after year five 478
Operating lease imputed interest  
Long Term Purchase Commitments  
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation 49
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in next rolling twelve months 12
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year two 9
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year three 6
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year four 6
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year five 5
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling after year five 11
Operating leases  
Long Term Purchase Commitments  
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation 17
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in next rolling twelve months 0
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year two 1
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year three 2
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year four 2
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year five 2
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling after year five 10
Recorded unconditional purchase obligation 334
Recorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in next rolling twelve months 65
Recorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year two 58
Recorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year three 46
Recorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year four 29
Recorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year five 24
Recorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling after year five 112
Other purchase obligations  
Long Term Purchase Commitments  
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation 293
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in next rolling twelve months 166
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year two 80
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year three 30
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year four 12
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year five 5
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling after year five 0
Senior Notes principal and interest  
Long Term Purchase Commitments  
Recorded unconditional purchase obligation 1,906
Recorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in next rolling twelve months 406
Recorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year two 0
Recorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year three 0
Recorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year four 0
Recorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year five 0
Recorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling after year five 1,500
Transition Tax and other taxes  
Long Term Purchase Commitments  
Recorded unconditional purchase obligation 7
Recorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in next rolling twelve months 7
Recorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year two 0
Recorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year three 0
Recorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year four 0
Recorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling year five 0
Recorded unconditional purchase obligation, due in rolling after year five $ 0
v3.25.1
Commitments And Contingencies - Narrative (Details)
$ in Millions
Mar. 31, 2025
USD ($)
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]  
Income tax obligations $ 617
v3.25.1
Stock-Based Compensation, Employee Benefit Plans, and Stock Repurchase Program - Narrative (Details)
$ / shares in Units, shares in Millions, $ in Millions
 1 Months Ended 3 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Apr. 25, 2025
$ / shares
shares
Feb. 28, 2025
USD ($)
Apr. 25, 2025
shares
Mar. 31, 2025
USD ($)
plan
$ / shares
shares
Mar. 31, 2024
USD ($)
$ / shares
shares
Mar. 31, 2023
USD ($)
$ / shares
shares
May 22, 2024
USD ($)
Aug. 31, 2022
USD ($)
Nov. 30, 2020
USD ($)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]                  
Number of equity incentive plans | plan       2          
Share-based compensation arrangement by share-based payment award, number of shares available for grant (in shares) | shares       10.6          
Share-based compensation arrangement by share-based payment award, expiration period       10 years          
Deferred income tax expense (benefit)       $ (40.0) $ 82.0 $ (213.0)      
Deferred compensation plan assets       36.0 30.0        
Deferred compensation liability, classified, noncurrent       36.0 31.0        
Deferred compensation arrangement with individual, contributions by employer       $ 35.0 $ 39.0 $ 42.0      
Measurement periods for common stock, relative TSR       3 years          
Subsequent Event                  
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]                  
Treasury stock, shares, acquired (in shares) | shares 0.4   7.4            
Shares acquired, average cost per share (in dollars per share) | $ / shares $ 135.05                
November 2020 Program                  
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]                  
Stock repurchase program, authorized amount                 $ 2,600.0
Stock repurchased and retired during period (in shares) | shares       0.0 0.0 5.1      
August 2022 Program                  
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]                  
Stock repurchase program, authorized amount               $ 2,600.0  
Stock repurchased and retired during period (in shares) | shares       1.2 10.0 5.3      
May 2024 Program                  
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]                  
Stock repurchase program, authorized amount             $ 5,000.0    
Stock repurchased and retired during period (in shares) | shares       16.4 0.0 0.0      
Treasury stock, value, acquired, cost method   $ 1,000.0              
Treasury stock, shares, acquired (in shares) | shares       7.0          
Stock-based compensation expense                  
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]                  
Deferred income tax expense (benefit)       $ 85.0 $ 79.0 $ 72.0      
Vesting Year3 [Member]                  
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]                  
Cliff vesting period       35 months          
Vesting Year4 [Member]                  
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]                  
Cliff vesting period       4 years          
2019 Equity Plan                  
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]                  
Percentage allowed of exercise price of stock options compared to fair market value on date of grant       100.00%          
Employee Stock Option [Member]                  
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]                  
Share-based compensation arrangement by share-based payment award, options, exercises in period, intrinsic value       $ 0.4 $ 10.0 $ 15.0      
Performance Based Restricted Stock Units                  
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]                  
Granted | $ / shares       $ 137.53 $ 128.66 $ 127.98      
Share-based compensation arrangement by share-based payment award, equity instruments other than options, vested in period, fair value       $ 35.0 $ 11.0 $ 9.0      
Employee service share-based compensation, nonvested awards, compensation cost not yet recognized       $ 13.0          
Market Based Restricted Stock Units                  
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]                  
Granted | $ / shares       $ 80.91 $ 152.92 $ 176.70      
Share-based compensation arrangement by share-based payment award, equity instruments other than options, vested in period, fair value       $ 3.0 $ 4.0 $ 12.0      
Employee service share-based compensation, nonvested awards, compensation cost not yet recognized       $ 13.0          
Employee Stock                  
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]                  
Granted | $ / shares       $ 34.07 $ 30.82 $ 33.91      
Measurement period of shares received at vesting based on total stock return measurement       6 months          
Minimum percentage that employees authorized for payroll deductions       2.00%          
Maximum percentage that employees authorized for payroll deductions       10.00%          
Share-based compensation arrangement by share-based payment award, discount from market price, offering date       85.00%          
Number of shares available for grant, employee stock purchase plans (in shares) | shares       2.1          
Stock-based compensation expense                  
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]                  
Employee service share-based compensation, nonvested awards, compensation cost not yet recognized       $ 766.0          
Restricted Stock Units                  
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]                  
Granted | $ / shares       $ 138.59 $ 129.30 $ 126.41      
Share-based compensation arrangement by share-based payment award, equity instruments other than options, vested in period, fair value       $ 633.0 $ 519.0 $ 460.0      
Employee service share-based compensation, nonvested awards, compensation cost not yet recognized       $ 740.0          
Employee service share-based compensation, nonvested awards, compensation cost not yet recognized, period for recognition       1 year 8 months 12 days          
Maximum | 2019 Equity Plan                  
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]                  
Share-based compensation arrangement by share-based payment award, number of shares available for grant (in shares) | shares       29.5          
Maximum | Performance Based Restricted Stock Units                  
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]                  
Percentage range of shares received at vesting based on total stock return measurement       200.00%          
Maximum | Market Based Restricted Stock Units                  
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]                  
Percentage range of shares received at vesting based on relative total stock return measurement       200.00%          
Percentage range of shares received at vesting based on absolute total stock return measurement       75.00%          
Minimum                  
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]                  
Measurement periods for performance based restricted stock       3 years          
Minimum | Performance Based Restricted Stock Units                  
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]                  
Percentage range of shares received at vesting based on total stock return measurement       0.00%          
Minimum | Market Based Restricted Stock Units                  
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]                  
Percentage range of shares received at vesting based on relative total stock return measurement       0.00%          
Percentage range of shares received at vesting based on absolute total stock return measurement       0.00%          
v3.25.1
Stock-Based Compensation, Employee Benefit Plans, and Stock Repurchase Program - Schedule of Black Scholes Model Assumptions (Details) - Employee Stock
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Risk-free interest rate, minimum 4.20% 5.00% 3.10%
Risk-free interest rate, maximum 5.00% 5.50% 5.00%
Expected volatility, minimum 21.00% 19.00% 27.00%
Expected volatility, maximum 30.00% 24.00% 31.00%
Weighted-average volatility 28.00% 23.00% 29.00%
Expected dividends 0.70% 0.80% 0.80%
Minimum      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Expected term 6 months 6 months 6 months
Maximum      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Expected term 12 months 12 months 12 months
v3.25.1
Stock-Based Compensation, Employee Benefit Plans, and Stock Repurchase Program - Schedule of Monte Carlo Model Assumptions (Details) - Market Based Restricted Stock Units
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Risk-free interest rate 4.50% 4.40% 3.30%
Expected volatility, minimum 23.00% 25.00% 33.00%
Expected volatility, maximum 43.00% 59.00% 56.00%
Weighted-average volatility 31.00% 39.00% 43.00%
v3.25.1
Stock-Based Compensation, Employee Benefit Plans, and Stock Repurchase Program - Summary of Stock Option Activity (Details)
$ / shares in Units, shares in Thousands, $ in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
USD ($)
$ / shares
shares
Share-Based Compensation Arrangement by Share-Based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding [Roll Forward]  
Beginning balance, options outstanding (in shares) | shares 12
Granted (in shares) | shares 3
Exercised (in shares) | shares (8)
Forfeited, cancelled or expired (in shares) | shares (1)
Ending balance, options outstanding (in shares) | shares 6
Options, vested and expected to vest (in shares) | shares 6
Options, exercisable (in shares) | shares 6
Weighted-average exercise price of options outstanding, beginning balance (in dollars per share) | $ / shares $ 64.00
Weighted-average exercise price of options granted during period (in dollars per share) | $ / shares 136.58
Weighted-average exercise prices, exercised during period (in dollars per share) | $ / shares 92.08
Weighted-average exercise prices, forfeited, cancelled or expired during period (in dollars per share) | $ / shares 58.76
Weighted-average exercise price of options outstanding, ending balance (in dollars per share) | $ / shares 63.51
Weighted-average exercise price of options vested and expected to vest (in dollars per share) | $ / shares 63.51
Weighted-average exercise price of options, exercisable (in dollars per share) | $ / shares $ 63.51
Weighted-average remaining contractual term of options outstanding 3 years 3 months
Weighted-average remaining contractual term of options vested and expected to vest 3 years 3 months
Weighted-average remaining contractual term of options exercisable 3 years 3 months
Aggregate intrinsic value of options outstanding | $ $ 0.5
Aggregate intrinsic value of options vested and expected to vest | $ 0.5
Aggregate intrinsic value of options exercisable | $ $ 0.5
v3.25.1
Stock-Based Compensation, Employee Benefit Plans, and Stock Repurchase Program - Schedule of Restricted Stock Unit Activity (Details) - Restricted Stock Units - $ / shares
shares in Thousands
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Share-Based Compensation Arrangement by Share-Based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding [Roll Forward]      
Beginning balance (in shares) 7,480    
Granted (in shares) 4,760    
Vested (in shares) (4,228)    
Forfeited or cancelled (in shares) (463)    
Ending balance (in shares) 7,549 7,480  
Beginning balance, weighted average grant date fair value $ 128.31    
Granted 138.59 $ 129.30 $ 126.41
Vested 129.53    
Forfeited or cancelled 131.82    
Ending balance, weighted average grant date fair value $ 133.90 $ 128.31  
v3.25.1
Stock-Based Compensation, Employee Benefit Plans, and Stock Repurchase Program - Summary of Performance-Based Restricted Stock Unit Activity (Details) - Performance Based Restricted Stock Units - $ / shares
shares in Thousands
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Share-Based Compensation Arrangement by Share-Based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding [Roll Forward]      
Beginning balance (in shares) 836    
Granted (in shares) 763    
Vested (in shares) (277)    
Forfeited or cancelled (in shares) (318)    
Ending balance (in shares) 1,004 836  
Beginning balance, weighted average grant date fair value $ 129.60    
Granted 137.53 $ 128.66 $ 127.98
Vested 133.67    
Forfeited or cancelled 129.29    
Ending balance, weighted average grant date fair value $ 134.60 $ 129.60  
v3.25.1
Stock-Based Compensation, Employee Benefit Plans, and Stock Repurchase Program - Summary of Market-Based Restricted Stock Unit Activity (Details) - Market Based Restricted Stock Units - $ / shares
shares in Thousands
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Share-Based Compensation Arrangement by Share-Based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding [Roll Forward]      
Beginning balance (in shares) 354    
Granted (in shares) 381    
Vested (in shares) (25)    
Forfeited or cancelled (in shares) (73)    
Ending balance (in shares) 637 354  
Beginning balance, weighted average grant date fair value $ 168.53    
Granted 80.91 $ 152.92 $ 176.70
Vested 173.25    
Forfeited or cancelled 173.25    
Ending balance, weighted average grant date fair value $ 115.43 $ 168.53  
v3.25.1
Stock-Based Compensation, Employee Benefit Plans, and Stock Repurchase Program - Summary of ESPP Activity (Details) - Employee Stock - $ / shares
shares in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Disclosures [Line Items]      
Shares issued (in shares) 0.7 0.8 0.7
Weighted-Average Fair Values of Purchase Rights $ 34.07 $ 30.82 $ 33.91
Minimum      
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Disclosures [Line Items]      
Exercise Prices for Purchase Rights 102.58 94.96 96.34
Maximum      
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Disclosures [Line Items]      
Exercise Prices for Purchase Rights $ 120.94 $ 102.58 $ 111.86
v3.25.1
Stock-Based Compensation, Employee Benefit Plans, and Stock Repurchase Program - Summary of Stock-Based Compensation Expense (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Stock-based compensation $ 642 $ 584 $ 548
Cost of revenue      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Stock-based compensation 14 8 7
Research and development      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Stock-based compensation 457 418 367
Marketing and sales      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Stock-based compensation 56 52 59
General and administrative      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Stock-based compensation $ 115 $ 106 $ 115
v3.25.1
Stock-Based Compensation, Employee Benefit Plans, and Stock Repurchase Program - Schedule of Stock Repurchase Program (Details) - USD ($)
shares in Millions, $ in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Stock repurchased and retired during period, value $ 2,520 $ 1,308 $ 1,295
Total      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Stock repurchased and retired during period (in shares) 17.6 10.0 10.4
Stock repurchased and retired during period, value $ 2,500 $ 1,300 $ 1,295
November 2020 Program      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Stock repurchased and retired during period (in shares) 0.0 0.0 5.1
Stock repurchased and retired during period, value $ 0 $ 0 $ 650
August 2022 Program      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Stock repurchased and retired during period (in shares) 1.2 10.0 5.3
Stock repurchased and retired during period, value $ 152 $ 1,300 $ 645
May 2024 Program      
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]      
Stock repurchased and retired during period (in shares) 16.4 0.0 0.0
Stock repurchased and retired during period, value $ 2,348 $ 0 $ 0
v3.25.1
Interest And Other Income (Expense), Net - Schedule Of Interest And Other Income (Expense), Net (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Interest and Other Income [Abstract]      
Interest expense $ (58) $ (58) $ (58)
Interest income 125 126 49
Net gain (loss) on foreign currency transactions (29) (10) 31
Net gain (loss) on foreign currency forward contracts 45 12 (29)
Other income, net 2 1 1
Interest and other income (expense), net $ 85 $ 71 $ (6)
v3.25.1
Earnings Per Share - Computation Of Basic Earnings And Diluted Earnings Per Share (Details) - USD ($)
$ / shares in Units, shares in Millions, $ in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Earnings Per Share Reconciliation [Abstract]      
Net income $ 1,121 $ 1,273 $ 802
Weighted-average common stock outstanding - basic (in shares) 262 270 277
Dilutive potential common shares related to stock award plans (in shares) 2 2 1
Weighted average common stock outstanding - diluted (in shares) 264 272 278
Basic (in dollars per share) $ 4.28 $ 4.71 $ 2.90
Diluted (in dollars per share) $ 4.25 $ 4.68 $ 2.88
v3.25.1
Earnings Per Share - Narrative (Details) - shares
shares in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Earnings Per Share Reconciliation [Abstract]      
Antidilutive securities excluded from computation of earnings per share, amount 1 1 2
v3.25.1
Segment and Revenue Information - Narrative (Details)
$ in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
USD ($)
segment
Mar. 31, 2024
USD ($)
Mar. 31, 2023
USD ($)
Revenue, Major Customer and Geographic Information [Line Items]      
Number of reportable segments | segment 1    
Net revenue $ 7,463 $ 7,562 $ 7,426
Entity wide revenue by major customer percent of revenue did not exceed ten percent 10.00%    
Net revenue | Customer Concentration Risk | Sony      
Revenue, Major Customer and Geographic Information [Line Items]      
Entity wide revenue by major customer percent of revenue 39.00% 37.00% 32.00%
Net revenue | Customer Concentration Risk | Microsoft      
Revenue, Major Customer and Geographic Information [Line Items]      
Entity wide revenue by major customer percent of revenue 17.00% 16.00% 16.00%
Switzerland Entity      
Revenue, Major Customer and Geographic Information [Line Items]      
Net revenue $ 4,279 $ 4,374 $ 4,085
Disclosure on geographic areas, revenue from external customers attributed to foreign countries, percentage 57.00% 58.00% 55.00%
North American Entity      
Revenue, Major Customer and Geographic Information [Line Items]      
Disclosure on geographic areas, revenue from external customers attributed to entity's country of domicile 99.00%    
v3.25.1
Segment and Revenue Information - Schedule of Segment Information (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]      
Net revenue $ 7,463 $ 7,562 $ 7,426
Cost of revenue 1,543 1,710 1,792
Research and development 2,569 2,420 2,328
Marketing and sales 962 1,019 978
General and administrative 745 691 727
Stock-based compensation 642 584 548
Income tax expense (benefit) 484 316 524
Net income 1,121 1,273 802
Reportable Segment      
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]      
Net revenue 7,463 7,562 7,426
Cost of revenue 1,489 1,626 1,665
Research and development 2,112 2,002 1,961
Marketing and sales 906 967 919
General and administrative 625 583 568
Amortization and impairment of intangibles 107 218 278
Restructuring and related charges 62 64 155
Stock-based compensation 642 584 548
Interest and other (income) expenses, net (85) (71) 6
Income tax expense (benefit) 484 316 524
Net income $ 1,121 $ 1,273 $ 802
v3.25.1
Segment and Revenue Information - Net Revenue By Timing Recognition (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]      
Net revenue $ 7,463 $ 7,562 $ 7,426
Revenue recognized at a point in time      
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]      
Net revenue 2,665 2,563 2,389
Revenue recognized over time      
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]      
Net revenue $ 4,798 $ 4,999 $ 5,037
v3.25.1
Segment and Revenue Information - Net Revenue By Revenue Composition (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]      
Net revenue $ 7,463 $ 7,562 $ 7,426
Full game      
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]      
Net revenue 2,002 2,015 1,937
Full game downloads      
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]      
Net revenue 1,478 1,343 1,262
Packaged goods      
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]      
Net revenue 524 672 675
Live services and other      
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]      
Net revenue $ 5,461 $ 5,547 $ 5,489
v3.25.1
Segment and Revenue Information - Net Revenue by Platform and Geography (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Mar. 31, 2023
Schedule of Net Revenue by Platform [Line Items]      
Net revenue $ 7,463 $ 7,562 $ 7,426
North America      
Schedule of Net Revenue by Platform [Line Items]      
Net revenue 3,078 3,001 3,151
International      
Schedule of Net Revenue by Platform [Line Items]      
Net revenue 4,385 4,561 4,275
Console      
Schedule of Net Revenue by Platform [Line Items]      
Net revenue 4,776 4,632 4,443
PC and other      
Schedule of Net Revenue by Platform [Line Items]      
Net revenue 1,547 1,717 1,729
Mobile      
Schedule of Net Revenue by Platform [Line Items]      
Net revenue $ 1,140 $ 1,213 $ 1,254
v3.25.1
Segment and Revenue Information - Long-Lived Assets By Geographic Area (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
Mar. 31, 2025
Mar. 31, 2024
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]    
Long-lived assets $ 586 $ 578
North America    
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]    
Long-lived assets 438 420
International    
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]    
Long-lived assets $ 148 $ 158