Electronic Arts and rivals like Activision Blizzard Inc have seen growth fall sharply as gamers flock to free-to-play games on mobile devices or social networks. In recent years, Electronic Arts has tried to buy startups and invest in digital and mobile platforms while also trying to grow its console game franchises. To embrace new game platforms and adapt to consumer behavior, Electronic Arts, which currently has 9,000 employees worldwide, has been reorganizing its game studios and trimming its staff in recent months. Its shares were relatively unchanged in after hours trade after closing at $27.60 on the Nasdaq. NEW BLOOD Riccitiello left after six years at the helm. The company has had some recent slip-ups, including a botched launch of city-building game "SimCity" earlier this year, which was marred by technical glitches.