Electronic Arts (EA) 10-K24 May 232023 FY Annual reportFinancial data

Company Profile

Cover

Cover - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
Cover - USD ($) $ in Millions	Mar. 31, 2023	May 22, 2023	Oct. 01, 2021
Cover [Abstract]
Document Type	10-K
Amendment Flag	false
Document Period End Date	Mar. 31, 2023
Current Fiscal Year End Date	--03-31
Document Fiscal Year Focus	2023
Document Fiscal Period Focus	FY
Document Annual Report	true
Document Transition Report	false
Entity Registrant Name	ELECTRONIC ARTS INC.
Entity Incorporation, State or Country Code	DE
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
City Area Code	650
Local Phone Number	628-1500
Title of 12(b) Security	Common Stock, $0.01 par value
Trading Symbol	EA
Security Exchange Name	NASDAQ
Entity Filer Category	Large Accelerated Filer
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer	Yes
Entity Voluntary Filers	No
Entity Current Reporting Status	Yes
Entity Interactive Data Current	Yes
Entity Central Index Key	0000712515
Entity Shell Company	false
Entity Public Float			$ 32,154
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding		272,712,152
Documents Incorporated by Reference	Documents Incorporated by Reference Portions of the registrant’s definitive proxy statement for its 2023 Annual Meeting of Stockholders (the “2023 Proxy”) are incorporated by reference into Part III hereof. The 2023 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 2023 Proxy is not deemed to be filed as part hereof.
Entity Emerging Growth Company	false
Entity Small Business	false
Entity File Number	000-17948
ICFR Auditor Attestation Flag	true
Auditor Name	KPMG LLP
Auditor Location	Santa Clara, CA
Auditor Firm ID	185

Consolidated Balance Sheets

Consolidated Balance Sheets - USD ($) shares in Millions, $ in Millions	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents	$ 2,424	$ 2,732
Short-term investments	343	330
Receivables, net	684	650
Other current assets	518	439
Total current assets	3,969	4,151
Property and equipment, net	549	550
Goodwill	5,380	5,387
Acquisition-related intangibles, net	618	962
Deferred income taxes, net	2,462	2,243
Other assets	481	507
TOTAL ASSETS	13,459	13,800
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable	99	101
Accrued and other current liabilities	1,285	1,388
Deferred net revenue (online-enabled games)	1,901	2,024
Total current liabilities	3,285	3,513
Senior notes, net	1,880	1,878
Income tax obligations	607	386
Deferred income taxes, net	1	1
Other liabilities	393	397
Total liabilities	6,166	6,175
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; 273 and 280 shares issued and outstanding, respectively	3	3
Additional paid-in capital	0	0
Retained earnings	7,357	7,607
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)	(67)	15
Total stockholders’ equity	7,293	7,625
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY	$ 13,459	$ 13,800
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 issued (in shares)	273	280
Common stock, shares outstanding (in shares)	273	280

Consolidated Statements Of Oper

Consolidated Statements Of Operations - USD ($) shares in Millions, $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021
Income Statement [Abstract]
Net revenue	$ 7,426	$ 6,991	$ 5,629
Cost of revenue	1,792	1,859	1,494
Gross profit	5,634	5,132	4,135
Operating expenses:
Research and development	2,328	2,186	1,778
Marketing and sales	978	961	689
General and administrative	727	673	592
Amortization and impairment of intangibles	158	183	30
Restructuring (See Note 8)	111	0	0
Total operating expenses	4,302	4,003	3,089
Operating income	1,332	1,129	1,046
Interest and other income (expense), net	(6)	(48)	(29)
Income before provision for income taxes	1,326	1,081	1,017
Provision for income taxes	524	292	180
Net income	$ 802	$ 789	$ 837
Earnings per share:
Basic (in dollars per share)	$ 2.90	$ 2.78	$ 2.90
Diluted (in dollars per share)	$ 2.88	$ 2.76	$ 2.87
Number of shares used in computation:
Basic (in shares)	277	284	289
Diluted (in shares)	278	286	292

Consolidated Statements of Othe

Consolidated Statements of Other Comprehensive Income - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
Net income	$ 802	$ 789	$ 837
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax:
Net gains (losses) on available-for-sale securities	2	(3)	4
Net gains (losses) on derivative instruments	(34)	76	(68)
Foreign currency translation adjustments	(50)	(8)	64
Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax	(82)	65	0
Total comprehensive income	$ 720	$ 854	$ 837

Consolidated Statements Of Stoc

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, 2020		288,413
Beginning balance at Mar. 31, 2020	$ 7,461	$ 3	$ 0	$ 7,508	$ (50)
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Total comprehensive income (loss)	837			837
Stock-based compensation	435		435
Issuance of common stock (in shares)		3,685
Issuance of common stock	(66)		(66)
Repurchase and retirement of common stock (in shares)		(5,633)
Repurchase and retirement of common stock	$ (729)		(369)	(360)
Dividends paid (in dollars per share)	$ 0.34
Cash dividends declared	$ (98)			(98)
Ending balance (in shares) at Mar. 31, 2021		286,465
Ending balance at Mar. 31, 2021	7,840	$ 3	0	7,887	(50)
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Total comprehensive income (loss)	854			789	65
Stock-based compensation	528		528
Awards assumed upon acquisition	23		23
Issuance of common stock (in shares)		3,108
Issuance of common stock	(127)		(127)
Repurchase and retirement of common stock (in shares)		(9,522)
Repurchase and retirement of common stock	$ (1,300)		(424)	(876)
Dividends paid (in dollars per share)	$ 0.68
Cash dividends declared	$ (193)			(193)
Ending balance (in shares) at Mar. 31, 2022	280,000	280,051
Ending 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)
Repurchase and retirement of common stock	$ (1,295)		(453)	(842)
Dividends paid (in dollars per share)	$ 0.76
Cash dividends declared	$ (210)			(210)
Ending balance (in shares) at Mar. 31, 2023	273,000	272,914
Ending balance at Mar. 31, 2023	$ 7,293	$ 3	$ 0	$ 7,357	$ (67)

Consolidated Statements Of Cash

Consolidated Statements Of Cash Flows - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021
OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Net income	$ 802	$ 789	$ 837
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation, amortization, accretion and impairment	536	486	181
Stock-based compensation	548	528	435
Change in assets and liabilities:
Receivables, net	(34)	(77)	(41)
Other assets	(103)	(157)	(70)
Accounts payable	10	(7)	18
Accrued and other liabilities	134	169	136
Deferred income taxes, net	(221)	(329)	(143)
Deferred net revenue (online-enabled games)	(122)	497	581
Net cash provided by operating activities	1,550	1,899	1,934
INVESTING ACTIVITIES
Capital expenditures	(207)	(188)	(124)
Proceeds from maturities and sales of short-term investments	395	1,329	3,686
Purchase of short-term investments	(405)	(554)	(2,828)
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired	0	(3,391)	(1,239)
Net cash used in investing activities	(217)	(2,804)	(505)
FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Proceeds from issuance of senior notes, net of issuance costs	0	0	1,478
Payment of senior notes	0	0	(600)
Proceeds from issuance of common stock	80	77	86
Cash dividends paid	(210)	(193)	(98)
Cash paid to taxing authorities for shares withheld from employees	(175)	(204)	(152)
Repurchase and retirement of common stock	(1,295)	(1,300)	(729)
Net cash used in financing activities	(1,600)	(1,620)	(15)
Effect of foreign exchange on cash and cash equivalents	(41)	(3)	78
Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents	(308)	(2,528)	1,492
Beginning cash and cash equivalents	2,732	5,260	3,768
Ending cash and cash equivalents	2,424	2,732	5,260
Supplemental cash flow information:
Cash paid during the year for income taxes, net	583	629	340
Cash paid during the year for interest	56	56	40
Non-cash investing activities:
Change in accrued capital expenditures	$ (3)	$ 19	$ 17

Description Of Business And Bas

Description Of Business And Basis of Presentation	12 Months Ended
Description Of Business And Basis of Presentation	Mar. 31, 2023
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, mobile phones and tablets. At our core is a portfolio of intellectual property from which we create innovative games and experiences that deliver high-quality entertainment and drive engagement across our network of hundreds of millions of unique active accounts. Our portfolio includes brands that we either wholly own (such as Apex Legends , Battlefield, and The Sims) or license from others (such as Madden NFL, Star Wars, and the 300+ licenses within our global football ecosystem). Through our live services offerings, we offer our players 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 base games. We are focusing on building games and experiences that grow the global online communities around our key franchises; reaching more players through connecting interactive storytelling to key intellectual property; and building re-occurring revenue from our annualized sports franchises, our console, PC and mobile catalog titles, and our live services. 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, 2023 contained 52 weeks and ended on April 1, 2023. Our results of operations for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2022 and 2021 contained 52 and 53 weeks and ended on April 2, 2022 and April 3, 2021, 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, inventories, 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 October 2021, the FASB issued ASU 2021-08, Business Combinations: Accounting for Contract Assets and Contract Liabilities from Contracts with Customers (Topic 805). The amendments in this update require that an acquirer recognize and measure contract assets and contract liabilities acquired in a business combination in accordance with Topic 606. For business combinations prior to fiscal year 2023, we recorded deferred net revenue related to contracts from acquired entities at fair value on the date of acquisition. As a result, we did not recognize certain revenues related to these contracts that the acquired entities would have otherwise recorded as an independent entity. We adopted ASU 2021-08 in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2023, and the amendments apply retrospectively to all business combinations with an acquisition date in the fiscal year of adoption. The adoption did not have an impact on our Consolidated Financial Statements and related disclosures, since we did not have any acquisitions in fiscal year 2023. In November 2021, the FASB issued ASU 2021-10, Disclosures by Business Entities about Government Assistance (Topic 832). The amendments in this update establish Topic 832 and require additional disclosures regarding government grants and money contributions when entities accounted for transactions with a government by analogizing to a grant or contribution accounting model. We adopted ASU 2021-10 in the first quarter of fiscal year 2023 and elected to apply the amendments prospectively to all transactions within the scope of the amendment that are reflected in the financial statements at the date of adoption. The adoption did not have a material impact on our Consolidated Financial Statements and related disclosures.
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 share 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, 2023 and 2022. 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, generally 1 to 15 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. The net book value of capitalized costs associated with internal-use software was $90 million and $86 million as of March 31, 2023 and 2022, 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 seven 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, 2023, 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, mobile phones and tablets. 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 as the service is provided. 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 deemed to be one performance obligation and 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 games and extra content sold through retail is recognized over an estimated ten-month period beginning in the month of sale, 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. During the three months ended September 30, 2021, we completed our annual evaluation of the Estimated Offering Period and noted consumers are playing certain of our Online Hosted Service Games, such as PC and console free-to-play games, for longer periods of time than in previous years. This extended consumer gameplay is due to players engaging with services we provide that are designed to enhance and extend gameplay, and as such, concluded that the Estimated Offering Period for such games should be lengthened. As a result, for all new sales after July 1, 2021, the revenue that we recognize for service-related performance obligations related to our PC and console free-to-play games is recognized generally over a twelve-month period. During the fiscal year ended March 31, 2023, this increase to our Estimated Offering Period resulted in increases in net revenue of $103 million, net income of $79 million, and diluted earnings per share of $0.28. During the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022, this increase to our Estimated Offering Period resulted in decreases in net revenue of $131 million, net income of $100 million, and diluted earnings per share of $0.35. Deferred Net Revenue Because the majority of our sales transactions include future update rights and online hosting performance obligations, which are subject to deferral and recognized over the Estimated Offering Period, our deferred net revenue balance is material. This balance increases from period to period by revenue being deferred for current sales with these service obligations and is reduced by the recognition of revenue from prior sales that were previously deferred. Generally, revenue is recognized as the services are provided. 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 inventory 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 under ASC 606. 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, 2023, we had two customers who accounted for approximately 32 percent and 30 percent of our consolidated gross receivables, respectively. At March 31, 2022, we had two customers who accounted for approximately 32 percent and 29 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 2023, 2022, and 2021, approximately 81 percent, 77 percent, and 78 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, 2023, 2022, and 2021, our net revenue for products and services on Sony’s PlayStation 3, 4 and 5, and Microsoft’s Xbox 360, One and Series X consoles (combined across all six platforms) was approximately 58 percent, 60 percent, and 64 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. 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 for contracts with guaranteed minimums. 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 accounted for as executory contracts, and therefore, any losses on these commitments are recognized when the underlying intellectual property is abandoned (i.e., cease use) 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. Cooperative advertising costs are recognized when incurred and are classified as marketing and sales expense if there is a separate identifiable benefit for which we can reasonably estimate the fair value of the benefit identified. Otherwise, they are classified as a reduction of revenue and are generally accrued when revenue is recognized. We then reimburse the channel partner when qualifying claims are submitted. We are also 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. Otherwise, vendor reimbursements are recognized as a reduction of the cost incurred with the same vendor. Vendor reimbursements of advertising costs of $37 million, $37 million, and $22 million reduced marketing and sales expense for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2023, 2022, and 2021, respectively. For the fiscal years ended March 31, 2023, 2022, and 2021, advertising expense, net of vendor reimbursements, totaled approximately $348 million, $396 million, and $222 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 new 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 $31 million, $(22) million, and $9 million for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2023, 2022, and 2021, 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 $(29) million, $21 million, and $(19) million for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2023, 2022, and 2021, 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 as the primary source of taxable income but considers all available sources of Swiss income based on the 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. Share 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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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 share 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, 2023 and 2022. 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, generally 1 to 15 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. The net book value of capitalized costs associated with internal-use software was $90 million and $86 million as of March 31, 2023 and 2022, 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 seven 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, 2023, 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, mobile phones and tablets. 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 as the service is provided. 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 deemed to be one performance obligation and 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 games and extra content sold through retail is recognized over an estimated ten-month period beginning in the month of sale, 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. During the three months ended September 30, 2021, we completed our annual evaluation of the Estimated Offering Period and noted consumers are playing certain of our Online Hosted Service Games, such as PC and console free-to-play games, for longer periods of time than in previous years. This extended consumer gameplay is due to players engaging with services we provide that are designed to enhance and extend gameplay, and as such, concluded that the Estimated Offering Period for such games should be lengthened. As a result, for all new sales after July 1, 2021, the revenue that we recognize for service-related performance obligations related to our PC and console free-to-play games is recognized generally over a twelve-month period. During the fiscal year ended March 31, 2023, this increase to our Estimated Offering Period resulted in increases in net revenue of $103 million, net income of $79 million, and diluted earnings per share of $0.28. During the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022, this increase to our Estimated Offering Period resulted in decreases in net revenue of $131 million, net income of $100 million, and diluted earnings per share of $0.35. Deferred Net Revenue Because the majority of our sales transactions include future update rights and online hosting performance obligations, which are subject to deferral and recognized over the Estimated Offering Period, our deferred net revenue balance is material. This balance increases from period to period by revenue being deferred for current sales with these service obligations and is reduced by the recognition of revenue from prior sales that were previously deferred. Generally, revenue is recognized as the services are provided. 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 inventory 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 under ASC 606. 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, 2023, we had two customers who accounted for approximately 32 percent and 30 percent of our consolidated gross receivables, respectively. At March 31, 2022, we had two customers who accounted for approximately 32 percent and 29 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 2023, 2022, and 2021, approximately 81 percent, 77 percent, and 78 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, 2023, 2022, and 2021, our net revenue for products and services on Sony’s PlayStation 3, 4 and 5, and Microsoft’s Xbox 360, One and Series X consoles (combined across all six platforms) was approximately 58 percent, 60 percent, and 64 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. 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 for contracts with guaranteed minimums. 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 accounted for as executory contracts, and therefore, any losses on these commitments are recognized when the underlying intellectual property is abandoned (i.e., cease use) 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. Cooperative advertising costs are recognized when incurred and are classified as marketing and sales expense if there is a separate identifiable benefit for which we can reasonably estimate the fair value of the benefit identified. Otherwise, they are classified as a reduction of revenue and are generally accrued when revenue is recognized. We then reimburse the channel partner when qualifying claims are submitted. We are also 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. Otherwise, vendor reimbursements are recognized as a reduction of the cost incurred with the same vendor. Vendor reimbursements of advertising costs of $37 million, $37 million, and $22 million reduced marketing and sales expense for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2023, 2022, and 2021, respectively. For the fiscal years ended March 31, 2023, 2022, and 2021, advertising expense, net of vendor reimbursements, totaled approximately $348 million, $396 million, and $222 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 new 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 $31 million, $(22) million, and $9 million for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2023, 2022, and 2021, 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 $(29) million, $21 million, and $(19) million for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2023, 2022, and 2021, 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 as the primary source of taxable income but considers all available sources of Swiss income based on the 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. Share 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.

Fair Value Measurements

Fair Value Measurements	12 Months Ended
Fair Value Measurements	Mar. 31, 2023
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, 2023 and 2022, 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, 2023 Quoted Prices in Significant Significant (Level 1) (Level 2) (Level 3) Balance Sheet Classification Assets Bank and time deposits $ 56 $ 56 $ — $ — Cash equivalents Money market funds 956 956 — — Cash equivalents Available-for-sale securities: Corporate bonds 113 — 113 — Short-term investments U.S. Treasury securities 80 80 — — Short-term investments U.S. agency securities 28 — 28 — Short-term investments and cash equivalents Commercial paper 66 — 66 — Short-term investments and cash equivalents Foreign government securities 11 — 11 — Short-term investments Asset-backed securities 37 — 37 — Short-term investments Certificates of deposit 14 — 14 — Short-term investments Foreign currency derivatives 29 — 29 — Other current assets and other assets Deferred compensation plan assets (a) 23 23 — — Other assets Total assets at fair value $ 1,413 $ 1,115 $ 298 $ — Liabilities Foreign currency derivatives $ 65 $ — $ 65 $ — Accrued and other current liabilities and other liabilities Deferred compensation plan liabilities (a) 24 24 — — Other liabilities Total liabilities at fair value $ 89 $ 24 $ 65 $ — Fair Value Measurements at Reporting Date Using As of Quoted Prices in Significant Significant (Level 1) (Level 2) (Level 3) Balance Sheet Classification Assets Bank and time deposits $ 55 $ 55 $ — $ — Cash equivalents Money market funds 257 257 — — Cash equivalents Available-for-sale securities: Corporate bonds 116 — 116 — Short-term investments and cash equivalents U.S. Treasury securities 104 104 — — Short-term investments and cash equivalents Commercial paper 51 — 51 — Short-term investments and cash equivalents Foreign government securities 17 — 17 — Short-term investments Asset-backed securities 38 — 38 — Short-term investments Certificates of deposit 18 — 18 — Short-term investments Foreign currency derivatives 63 — 63 — Other current assets and other assets Deferred compensation plan assets (a) 21 21 — — Other assets Total assets at fair value $ 740 $ 437 $ 303 $ — Liabilities Foreign currency derivatives $ 14 $ — $ 14 $ — Accrued and other current liabilities and other liabilities Deferred compensation plan liabilities (a) 22 22 — — Other liabilities Total liabilities at fair value $ 36 $ 22 $ 14 $ — (a) The Deferred Compensation Plan consists of various mutual funds. See Note 15 for additional information regarding our Deferred Compensation Plan.

Financial Instruments

Financial Instruments	12 Months Ended
Financial Instruments	Mar. 31, 2023
Financial Instruments [Abstract]
Financial Instruments	FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS Cash and Cash Equivalents As of March 31, 2023 and 2022, our cash and cash equivalents were $2,424 million and $2,732 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, 2023 and 2022 (in millions): As of March 31, 2023 As of March 31, 2022 Cost or Gross Unrealized Fair Cost or Gross Unrealized Fair Gains Losses Gains Losses Corporate bonds $ 114 $ — $ (1) $ 113 $ 117 $ — $ (1) $ 116 U.S. Treasury securities 80 — — 80 103 — (1) 102 U.S. agency securities 25 — — 25 — — — — Commercial paper 63 — — 63 39 — — 39 Foreign government securities 11 — — 11 17 — — 17 Asset-backed securities 37 — — 37 38 — — 38 Certificates of deposit 14 — — 14 18 — — 18 Short-term investments $ 344 $ — $ (1) $ 343 $ 332 $ — $ (2) $ 330 The following table summarizes the amortized cost and fair value of our short-term investments, classified by stated maturity as of March 31, 2023 and 2022 (in millions): As of March 31, 2023 As of March 31, 2022 Amortized Fair Amortized Fair Short-term investments Due within 1 year $ 267 $ 266 $ 250 $ 249 Due 1 year through 5 years 72 72 77 76 Due after 5 years 5 5 5 5 Short-term investments $ 344 $ 343 $ 332 $ 330

Derivative Financial Instrument

Derivative Financial Instruments	12 Months Ended
Derivative Financial Instruments	Mar. 31, 2023
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 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 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 is 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, 2023 As of March 31, 2022 Notional Amount Fair Value Notional Amount Fair Value Asset Liability Asset Liability Forward contracts to purchase $ 371 $ 2 $ 9 $ 375 $ 4 $ 3 Forward contracts to sell $ 2,255 $ 23 $ 46 $ 1,829 $ 52 $ 6 The effects of cash flow hedge accounting in our Consolidated Statements of Operations for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021 are as follows (in millions): Year Ended March 31, 2023 2022 2021 Net revenue Research and development Net revenue Research and development Net revenue Research and development Total amounts presented in our Consolidated Statements of Operations in which the effects of cash flow hedges are recorded $ 7,426 $ 2,328 $ 6,991 $ 2,186 $ 5,629 $ 1,778 Gains (losses) on foreign currency forward contracts designated as cash flow hedges $ 185 $ (18) $ (14) $ 12 $ (30) $ 4 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 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, 2023 As of March 31, 2022 Notional Amount Fair Value Notional Amount Fair Value Asset Liability Asset Liability Forward contracts to purchase $ 504 $ 4 $ — $ 496 $ 6 $ — Forward contracts to sell $ 587 $ — $ 10 $ 400 $ 1 $ 5 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, 2023, 2022 and 2021, was as follows (in millions): Year Ended March 31, 2023 2022 2021 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 $ (6) $ (48) $ (29) Gains (losses) on foreign currency forward contracts not designated as hedging instruments $ (29) $ 21 $ (19)

Accumulated Other Comprehensive

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income	12 Months Ended
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income	Mar. 31, 2023
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, 2023, 2022 and 2021 are as follows (in millions): Unrealized Net Gains (Losses) on Available-for-Sale Securities Unrealized Net Gains (Losses) on Derivative Instruments Foreign Currency Translation Adjustments Total Balances as of March 31, 2020 $ (4) $ 39 $ (85) $ (50) Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications 5 (94) 64 (25) Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) (1) 26 — 25 Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax 4 (68) 64 — Balances as of March 31, 2021 $ — $ (29) $ (21) $ (50) Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications (3) 74 (8) 63 Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) — 2 — 2 Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax (3) 76 (8) 65 Balances as of March 31, 2022 $ (3) $ 47 $ (29) $ 15 Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications 1 133 (50) 84 Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) 1 (167) — (166) Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax 2 (34) (50) (82) Balances as of March 31, 2023 $ (1) $ 13 $ (79) $ (67) The effects on net income of amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021 were as follows (in millions): Statement of Operations Classification Amount Reclassified From Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Year Ended March 31, 2023 2022 2021 (Gains) losses on available-for-sale securities: Interest and other income (expense), net $ 1 $ — $ (1) Total, net of tax 1 — (1) (Gains) losses on foreign currency forward contracts designated as cash flow hedges Net revenue (185) 14 30 Research and development 18 (12) (4) Total, net of tax (167) 2 26 Total net (gain) loss reclassified, net of tax $ (166) $ 2 $ 25

Goodwill And Acquisition-Relate

Goodwill And Acquisition-Related Intangibles, Net	12 Months Ended
Goodwill And Acquisition-Related Intangibles, Net	Mar. 31, 2023
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, 2023 are as follows (in millions): As of March 31, 2022 Activity Effects of Foreign Currency Translation As of March 31, 2023 Goodwill $ 5,755 $ — $ (7) $ 5,748 Accumulated impairment (368) — — (368) Total $ 5,387 $ — $ (7) $ 5,380 The changes in the carrying amount of goodwill for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022 are as follows (in millions): As of March 31, 2021 Activity Effects of Foreign Currency Translation As of March 31, 2022 Goodwill $ 3,236 $ 2,519 $ — $ 5,755 Accumulated impairment (368) — — (368) Total $ 2,868 $ 2,519 $ — $ 5,387 Acquisition-related intangibles consisted of the following (in millions): As of March 31, 2023 As of March 31, 2022 Gross Accumulated Acquisition- Gross Accumulated Acquisition- Finite-lived acquisition-related intangibles Developed and core technology $ 1,051 $ (754) $ 297 $ 1,102 $ (643) $ 459 Trade names and trademarks 596 (285) 311 609 (212) 397 Registered user base and other intangibles 56 (50) 6 56 (30) 26 Total finite-lived acquisition-related intangibles $ 1,703 $ (1,089) $ 614 $ 1,767 $ (885) $ 882 Indefinite-lived acquisition-related intangibles In-process research and development $ 4 $ — $ 4 $ 80 $ — $ 80 Total acquisition-related intangibles, net $ 1,707 $ (1,089) $ 618 $ 1,847 $ (885) $ 962 Amortization of intangibles, including impairments, for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021 are classified in the Consolidated Statements of Operations as follows (in millions): Year Ended March 31, 2023 2022 2021 Cost of revenue $ 120 $ 133 $ 4 Operating expenses 158 183 30 Restructuring 66 — — Total $ 344 $ 316 $ 34 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. See Note 8 — Restructuring Activities for additional information on the impairment charge related to our 2023 Restructuring Plan. During fiscal year 2022, we recorded impairment charges of $45 million for acquisition-related intangible assets, of which $34 million was recorded within operating expenses and $11 million was recorded within cost of revenue. During fiscal year 2021, there were no impairment charges for acquisition-related intangible assets. 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, 2023 and 2022, the weighted-average remaining useful life for acquisition-related intangible assets was approximately 4.8 and 5.2 years years, respectively. As of March 31, 2023, 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, 2024 $ 150 2025 122 2026 118 2027 99 2028 96 Thereafter 29 Total $ 614

Royalties And Licenses

Royalties And Licenses	12 Months Ended
Royalties And Licenses	Mar. 31, 2023
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 distribution affiliates. Content license royalties consist of payments made to celebrities, professional sports organizations, movie studios and other organizations 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 2023, 2022 and 2021, we did not recognize any material losses or impairment charges on royalty-based commitments. 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, 2023 2022 Other current assets $ 105 $ 35 Other assets 31 28 Royalty-related assets $ 136 $ 63 At any given time, depending on the timing of our payments to our co-publishing and/or distribution affiliates, content licensors, and/or independent software developers, 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, 2023 2022 Accrued and other current liabilities $ 208 $ 203 Other liabilities — 3 Royalty-related liabilities $ 208 $ 206 As of March 31, 2023, we were committed to pay approximately $2,011 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.

Balance Sheet Details

Balance Sheet Details	12 Months Ended
Balance Sheet Details	Mar. 31, 2023
Balance Sheet Related Disclosures [Abstract]
Balance Sheet Details	BALANCE SHEET DETAILS Property and Equipment, Net Property and equipment, net, as of March 31, 2023 and 2022 consisted of (in millions): As of March 31, 2023 2022 Computer, equipment and software $ 892 $ 853 Buildings 369 375 Leasehold improvements 186 202 Equipment, furniture and fixtures, and other 92 95 Land 66 66 Construction in progress 11 30 1,616 1,621 Less: accumulated depreciation (1,067) (1,071) Property and equipment, net $ 549 $ 550 Depreciation expense associated with property and equipment was $193 million, $162 million and $138 million for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021, respectively. Accrued and Other Current Liabilities Accrued and other current liabilities as of March 31, 2023 and 2022 consisted of (in millions): As of March 31, 2023 2022 Accrued compensation and benefits $ 436 $ 500 Accrued royalties 208 203 Deferred net revenue (other) 103 156 Operating lease liabilities (See Note 13 ) 66 81 Other accrued expenses 382 304 Sales returns and price protection reserves 90 144 Accrued and other current liabilities $ 1,285 $ 1,388 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, 2023 and 2022, consisted of (in millions): As of March 31, 2023 2022 Deferred net revenue (online-enabled games) $ 1,901 $ 2,024 Deferred net revenue (other) 103 156 Deferred net revenue (noncurrent) 67 68 Total deferred net revenue $ 2,071 $ 2,248 During the fiscal years ended March 31, 2023 and 2022, we recognized $2,176 million and $1,613 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, 2023, revenue allocated to remaining performance obligations consists of our deferred revenue balance of $2,071 million. These balances exclude any estimates for future variable consideration as we have elected the optional exemption to exclude sales-based royalty revenue. We expect to recognize substantially all of the current portion of deferred net revenue as revenue over the next 12 months.

Income Taxes

Income Taxes	12 Months Ended
Income Taxes	Mar. 31, 2023
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, 2023, 2022 and 2021 are as follows (in millions): Year Ended March 31, 2023 2022 2021 Domestic $ 315 $ 204 $ 299 Foreign 1,011 877 718 Income before provision for income taxes $ 1,326 $ 1,081 $ 1,017 Provision for income taxes for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021 consisted of (in millions): Current Deferred Total Year Ended March 31, 2023 Federal $ 570 $ (339) $ 231 State 92 (76) 16 Foreign 75 202 277 $ 737 $ (213) $ 524 Year Ended March 31, 2022 Federal $ 203 $ (190) $ 13 State 36 (26) 10 Foreign 381 (112) 269 $ 620 $ (328) $ 292 Year Ended March 31, 2021 Federal $ 251 $ (26) $ 225 State 24 (2) 22 Foreign 47 (114) (67) $ 322 $ (142) $ 180 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, 2023, 2022 and 2021 were as follows: Year Ended March 31, 2023 2022 2021 Statutory federal tax expense rate 21.0 % 21.0 % 21.0 % State taxes, net of federal benefit 1.1 % 1.9 % 1.7 % Differences between statutory rate and foreign effective tax rate 7.6 % 6.8 % 7.0 % Excess tax benefit from equity compensation (0.3) % (1.2) % (2.7) % Research and development credits (3.0) % (2.8) % (2.4) % Swiss valuation allowance 8.9 % 2.7 % (10.1) % Acquired IP intra-entity sales — % (5.9) % — % Non-deductible stock-based compensation 3.2 % 3.8 % 3.3 % Other 1.0 % 0.7 % (0.1) % Effective tax rate 39.5 % 27.0 % 17.7 % 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. During the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022, we completed intra-entity sales of intellectual property rights related to acquisitions to our U.S. and Swiss intellectual property owners (the “Acquired IP intra-entity sales”). The transactions resulted in overall taxable gains. Under U.S. GAAP, any profit resulting from the Acquired IP intra-entity sales was eliminated upon consolidation. However, the transactions resulted in a step-up of the U.S. and Swiss tax-deductible basis in the transferred intellectual property rights and, accordingly, created a temporary difference between the book basis and the tax basis of such intellectual property rights. As a result, we recognized a $64 million net tax benefit for the current and deferred tax impacts of the sales. In addition, during the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022, we recognized a $29 million tax charge to increase the valuation allowance on Swiss deferred tax assets that are not more likely than not to be realized. Our effective tax rate and resulting provision for income taxes for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2021 included a $141 million tax benefit for changes in uncertain tax positions and the valuation allowance related to our Swiss deferred tax assets. 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, 2023, approximately $925 million 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, 2023 and 2022 consisted of (in millions): As of March 31, 2023 2022 Deferred tax assets: Accruals, reserves and other expenses $ 197 $ 185 Tax credit carryforwards 218 198 Research and development capitalization 461 66 Stock-based compensation 39 43 Net operating loss and capital loss carryforwards 371 349 Swiss intra-entity tax asset 1,665 1,782 Total 2,951 2,623 Valuation allowance (446) (296) Deferred tax assets, net of valuation allowance 2,505 2,327 Deferred tax liabilities: Amortization and depreciation (41) (79) Other (3) (7) Total (44) (86) Deferred tax assets, net of valuation allowance and deferred tax liabilities $ 2,461 $ 2,241 As of March 31, 2023, we have net operating loss carry forwards of approximately $2.6 billion of which approximately $213 million is attributable to various acquired companies. The net operating loss carry forwards include $2.3 billion related to Switzerland, $99 million related to U.S. federal, and $133 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 $12 million and California credit carryforwards of $194 million. The California tax credit carryforwards can be carried forward indefinitely. As of March 31, 2023, we maintained a total valuation allowance of $446 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, 2023, 2022 and 2021 were $867 million, $636 million and $584 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, 2020 $ 983 Increases in unrecognized tax benefits related to prior year tax positions 12 Decreases in unrecognized tax benefits related to prior year tax positions (444) Increases in unrecognized tax benefits related to current year tax positions 55 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 (27) Changes in unrecognized tax benefits due to foreign currency translation 7 Balance as of March 31, 2021 584 Increases in unrecognized tax benefits related to prior year tax positions 5 Decreases in unrecognized tax benefits related to prior year tax positions (21) Increases in unrecognized tax benefits related to current year tax positions 139 Decreases in unrecognized tax benefits related to settlements with taxing authorities (50) Reductions in unrecognized tax benefits due to lapse of applicable statute of limitations (18) Changes in unrecognized tax benefits due to foreign currency translation (3) Balance as of March 31, 2022 636 Increases in unrecognized tax benefits related to current year tax positions 245 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, 2023 $ 867 As of March 31, 2023, approximately $395 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 $54 million as of March 31, 2023 and $36 million as of March 31, 2022. We file income tax returns in the United States, including various state and local jurisdictions. As of March 31, 2023, our subsidiaries file tax returns in various foreign jurisdictions, including Switzerland, Canada, Sweden, Italy, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom. We remain subject to income tax examination by the IRS for fiscal years after 2017. In addition, as of the period ended March 31, 2023, we remain subject to income tax examination for several other jurisdictions including in Switzerland for fiscal years after 2013, Canada for fiscal years after 2015, Sweden for fiscal years after 2017, Italy for fiscal years after 2019, France for fiscal years after 2019, Germany for fiscal years after 2016, and the United Kingdom for fiscal years after 2021. We are also currently under income tax examination in the United States for fiscal years 2018 through 2020 and Germany for fiscal years 2017 through 2019. 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. In fiscal year 2021, the Supreme Court of the United States denied Altera’s appeal of the decision of the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in Altera Corp. v. Commissioner (“the Altera Opinion”), resulting in a partial decrease of our unrecognized tax benefits. A complete resolution and settlement of the matters underlying the Altera Opinion is reasonably possible within the next 12 months, which would result in an additional reduction of our gross unrecognized tax benefits. However, it is uncertain whether a complete resolution and settlement of such matters would also result in resolution of all related and unrelated U.S. positions for all applicable years. Therefore, it is not possible to provide a range of potential outcomes associated with a reversal of our gross unrecognized tax benefits for Altera-related uncertain tax positions. It is also reasonably possible that an additional immaterial reduction of unrecognized tax benefits may occur within the next 12 months, unrelated to the Altera Opinion, 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.

Financing Arrangement

Financing Arrangement	12 Months Ended
Financing Arrangement	Mar. 31, 2023
Debt Instruments [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, 2023 As of March 31, 2022 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 (6) (6) Unamortized debt issuance costs (14) (16) Net carrying value of Senior Notes $ 1,880 $ 1,878 Fair value of Senior Notes (Level 2) $ 1,540 $ 1,711 As of March 31, 2023, the remaining life of the 2026 Notes, 2031 Notes and 2051 Notes is approximately 2.9 years, 7.9 years, and 27.9 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, 2023, 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, 2023, 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 2023, 2022 and 2021 that is included in interest and other income (expense), net on our Consolidated Statements of Operations (in millions): Year Ended March 31, 2023 2022 2021 Amortization of debt discount $ (1) $ (1) $ — Amortization of debt issuance costs (2) (2) (2) Coupon interest expense (55) (55) (43) Total interest expense $ (58) $ (58) $ (45)

Leases

Leases	12 Months Ended
Leases	Mar. 31, 2023
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 15 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, 2023, 2022, and 2021 are as follows (in millions): Year Ended March 31, 2023 2022 2021 Operating lease costs $ 138 $ 98 $ 87 Variable lease costs 22 21 21 Short-term lease costs 7 2 2 Total lease expense $ 167 $ 121 $ 110 During the fiscal year ended March 31, 2023, we recorded accelerated amortization of certain ROU Assets of $34 million within the operating lease costs and accelerated deprecation of property, plant and equipment for $10 million as part of our 2023 Restructuring Plan. See Note 8 — Restructuring Activities for additional information. Supplemental cash and noncash information related to our operating leases for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2023, 2022, and 2021 are as follows (in millions): Year Ended March 31, 2023 2022 2021 Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liability $ 97 $ 97 $ 85 ROU assets obtained in exchange for new lease obligations $ 97 $ 150 $ 90 Weighted average remaining lease term and discount rate at March 31, 2023 and 2022 are as follows: At March 31, 2023 At March 31, 2022 Lease term 7.5 years 6.8 years Discount rate 3.3 % 2.5 % Operating lease ROU assets and liabilities recorded on our Consolidated Balance Sheets as of March 31, 2023 and 2022 are as follows (in millions): As of March 31, Balance Sheet Classification 2023 2022 Operating lease ROU assets $ 276 $ 314 Other assets Operating lease liabilities $ 66 $ 81 Accrued and other current liabilities Noncurrent operating lease liabilities 277 272 Other liabilities Total operating lease liabilities $ 343 $ 353 Future minimum lease payments under operating leases as of March 31, 2023 were as follows (in millions): Fiscal Years Ending March 31, 2024 $ 73 2025 69 2026 56 2027 41 2028 32 Thereafter 116 Total future lease payments 387 Less imputed interest (44) Total operating lease liabilities $ 343 In addition to the amounts included in the table above, as of March 31, 2023, we have entered into an office lease that has not yet commenced with aggregate future lease payments of approximately $98 million. This lease is expected to commence in fiscal year 2024, and will have a lease term of 12 years.

Commitments And Contingencies

Commitments And Contingencies	12 Months Ended
Commitments And Contingencies	Mar. 31, 2023
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
Commitments And Contingencies	COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES Development, Celebrity, Professional Sports Organizations and 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 celebrity, professional sports organizations and 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 (1) the cash payments due under non-royalty-bearing licenses and services agreements and (2) the minimum guaranteed payments and advances against royalties due under royalty-bearing licenses and services agreements, the majority of which are conditional upon performance by the counterparty. These minimum guarantee payments and any related marketing commitments are included in the table below. The following table summarizes our minimum contractual obligations as of March 31, 2023 (in millions): Fiscal Years Ending March 31, Total 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 Thereafter Unrecognized commitments Developer/licensor commitments $ 2,011 $ 349 $ 480 $ 434 $ 384 $ 146 $ 218 Marketing commitments 971 256 245 197 154 67 52 Senior Notes interest 781 49 55 54 36 36 551 Operating lease imputed interest 44 10 8 7 5 4 10 Operating leases not yet commenced 98 — 3 8 8 8 71 Other purchase obligations 201 130 51 14 4 2 — Total unrecognized commitments 4,106 794 842 714 591 263 902 Recognized commitments Senior Notes principal and interest 1,906 6 — 400 — — 1,500 Operating leases 387 73 69 56 41 32 116 Transition Tax and other taxes 17 4 6 7 — — — Total recognized commitments 2,310 83 75 463 41 32 1,616 Total Commitments $ 6,416 $ 877 $ 917 $ 1,177 $ 632 $ 295 $ 2,518 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, 2023; 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, 2023, we had a net liability for unrecognized tax benefits and an accrual for the payment of related interest totaling $594 million, of which we are unable to make a reasonably reliable estimate of when cash settlement with a taxing authority will occur. Subsequent to March 31, 2023, we entered into certain agreements with third parties which are not included in the table above, and contingently commit us to pay an additional $125 million at various dates through fiscal year 2028. 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.

Stock-Based Compensation

Stock-Based Compensation	12 Months Ended
Stock-Based Compensation	Mar. 31, 2023
Share-Based Payment Arrangement, Noncash Expense [Abstract]
Stock-Based Compensation And Employee Benefit Plans	STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION AND EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS 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 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 Employee Stock Purchase Plan . 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 (“ESPP”), 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 2023, 2022, and 2021. 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, 2023 2022 2021 Risk-free interest rate 3.1 - 5.0% 0.1 - 1.1% 0.1% Expected volatility 27 - 31% 25 - 30% 32 - 39% Weighted-average volatility 29% 27% 36% Expected term 6 - 12 months 6 - 12 months 6 - 12 months Expected dividends 0.8% 0.6 % 0.3 % The assumptions used in the Monte-Carlo simulation model to value our market-based restricted stock units were as follows: Year Ended March 31, 2023 2022 2021 Risk-free interest rate 3.3% 0.4 % 0.2% Expected volatility 33 - 56% 24 - 76% 23 - 63% Weighted-average volatility 43% 40% 37% Expected dividends None None None 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 21.7 million options or 15.2 million restricted stock units were available for grant under our 2019 Equity Plan as of March 31, 2023. Stock Options Options granted under the 2019 Equity Plan and the 2000 Equity Plan generally expire ten The following table summarizes our stock option activity for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2023: Options Weighted- Weighted- Aggregate Outstanding as of March 31, 2022 286 $ 39.28 Granted 4 123.23 Exercised (168) 40.10 Forfeited, cancelled or expired (1) 64.95 Outstanding as of March 31, 2023 121 $ 40.43 2.00 $ 10 Vested and expected to vest 121 $ 40.43 2.00 $ 10 Exercisable as of March 31, 2023 120 $ 40.25 1.99 $ 10 The aggregate intrinsic value represents the total pre-tax intrinsic value based on our closing stock price as of March 31, 2023, 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 2023, 2022, and 2021 were $15 million, $8 million, and $76 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. Each restricted stock unit granted reduces the number of shares available for grant by 1.43 shares under our 2019 Equity Plan. 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, 2023: Restricted Weighted- Outstanding as of March 31, 2022 6,682 $ 129.57 Granted 5,391 126.41 Vested (3,649) 126.50 Forfeited or cancelled (922) 131.56 Outstanding as of March 31, 2023 7,502 $ 128.54 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 2023, 2022, and 2021 were $126.41, $136.78, and $127.27 respectively. The fair values of restricted stock units that vested during fiscal years 2023, 2022, and 2021 were $460 million, $457 million, and $420 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 to 4 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, 2023: Performance- Weighted- Outstanding as of March 31, 2022 190 $ 142.60 Granted 509 127.98 Vested (73) 142.60 Forfeited or cancelled (69) 136.28 Outstanding as of March 31, 2023 557 $ 130.03 The weighted-average grant date fair values of performance-based restricted stock units granted during fiscal years 2023 and 2022 were $127.98 and $140.48, respectively. The fair values of performance-based restricted stock units that vested during fiscal years 2023 and 2022 were $9 million and $38 million, respectively. There were no performance-based restricted stock units granted or vested during fiscal year 2021. 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 will range from zero to 200 percent of the target number of market-based restricted stock units based on our total stockholder return (“TSR”) relative to the performance of companies in the Nasdaq-100 Index for each measurement period, over either a one-year, two-year cumulative and three-year cumulative period, a two-year and four-year cumulative period or a three-year 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, 2023 : Market-Based Weighted- Outstanding as of March 31, 2022 1,321 $ 134.69 Granted 178 176.70 Vested (95) 114.97 Forfeited or cancelled (582) 129.16 Outstanding as of March 31, 2023 822 $ 149.98 The weighted-average grant date fair values of market-based restricted stock units granted during fiscal years 2023, 2022, and 2021 were $176.70, $170.44, and $145.78, respectively. The fair values of market-based restricted stock units that vested during fiscal years 2023, 2022, and 2021 were $12 million, $37 million, and $19 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, 2023, 2022 and 2021: Shares Issued Exercise Prices for Purchase Rights Weighted-Average Fair Values of Purchase Rights Fiscal Year 2021 0.7 $74.70 - $119.37 $ 29.80 Fiscal Year 2022 0.6 $113.39 - $118.14 $ 35.94 Fiscal Year 2023 0.7 $96.34 - $111.86 $ 33.91 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, 2023, 3.5 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, 2023 2022 2021 Cost of revenue $ 7 $ 6 $ 5 Research and development 367 356 285 Marketing and sales 59 54 46 General and administrative 115 112 99 Stock-based compensation expense $ 548 $ 528 $ 435 During the fiscal years ended March 31, 2023, 2022, and 2021, we recognized $72 million, $68 million, and $56 million, respectively, of deferred income tax benefit related to our stock-based compensation expense. As of March 31, 2023, our total unrecognized compensation cost related to stock options, restricted stock units, market-based restricted stock units, and performance-based restricted stock units was $740 million and is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average service period of 1.8 years. Of the $740 million of unrecognized compensation cost, $714 million relates to restricted stock units, $19 million relates to market-based restricted stock units, and $7 million relates to performance-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 $23 million and $21 million as of March 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively. As of March 31, 2023 and 2022, $24 million and $22 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 $42 million, $41 million, and $40 million to these plans in fiscal years 2023, 2022, and 2021, respectively. Stock Repurchase Program In May 2018, a Special Committee of our Board of Directors, on behalf of the full Board of Directors, authorized a program to repurchase up to $2.4 billion of our common stock. We completed repurchases under the May 2018 program in April 2020. 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 stock repurchase program expires on November 4, 2024 . 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 under this program and it may be modified, suspended or discontinued at any time. We are actively repurchasing shares under this program. The following table summarizes total shares repurchased during fiscal years 2023, 2022, and 2021: May 2018 Program November 2020 Program August 2022 Program Total (In millions) Shares Amount Shares Amount Shares Amount Shares Amount Fiscal Year 2021 0.7 $ 78 4.9 $ 651 — $ — 5.6 $ 729 Fiscal Year 2022 — $ — 9.5 $ 1,300 — $ — 9.5 $ 1,300 Fiscal Year 2023 — $ — 5.1 $ 650 5.3 $ 645 10.4 $ 1,295

Interest And Other Income (Expe

Interest And Other Income (Expense), Net	12 Months Ended
Interest And Other Income (Expense), Net	Mar. 31, 2023
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, 2023, 2022 and 2021 consisted of (in millions): Year Ended March 31, 2023 2022 2021 Interest expense (58) (58) (45) Interest income 49 4 24 Net gain (loss) on foreign currency transactions 31 (22) 9 Net gain (loss) on foreign currency forward contracts (29) 21 (19) Other income (expense), net 1 7 2 Interest and other income (expense), net $ (6) $ (48) $ (29)

Earnings Per Share

Earnings Per Share	12 Months Ended
Earnings Per Share	Mar. 31, 2023
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) 2023 2022 2021 Net income $ 802 $ 789 $ 837 Shares used to compute earnings per share: Weighted-average common stock outstanding — basic 277 284 289 Dilutive potential common shares related to stock award plans 1 2 3 Weighted-average common stock outstanding — diluted 278 286 292 Earnings per share: Basic $ 2.90 $ 2.78 $ 2.90 Diluted $ 2.88 $ 2.76 $ 2.87 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 year ended March 31, 2023, two million such shares were excluded, and for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2022 and 2021, one million and two million such shares were excluded, respectively.

Segment Information

Segment Information	12 Months Ended
Segment Information	Mar. 31, 2023
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
Segment 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. Our CODM currently reviews total company operating results to assess overall performance and allocate resources. As of March 31, 2023, we have only one reportable segment, which represents our only operating segment. Information about our total net revenue by timing of recognition for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021 is presented below (in millions): Year Ended March 31, 2023 2022 2021 Net revenue by timing of recognition Revenue recognized at a point in time $ 2,389 $ 2,326 $ 2,006 Revenue recognized over time 5,037 4,665 3,623 Net revenue $ 7,426 $ 6,991 $ 5,629 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 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 service revenue allocated to the future update rights from the licensing of software to third-parties, online-hosted services such as our Ultimate Team game mode, and subscription services. Information about our total net revenue by composition for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021 is presented below (in millions): Year Ended March 31, 2023 2022 2021 Net revenue by composition Full game downloads $ 1,262 $ 1,282 $ 918 Packaged goods 675 711 695 Full game 1,937 1,993 1,613 Live services and other 5,489 4,998 4,016 Net revenue $ 7,426 $ 6,991 $ 5,629 Full game net revenue includes full game downloads and packaged goods. Full game downloads primarily includes revenue from digital sales of full games on console, PC, mobile phones and tablets. Packaged goods primarily includes revenue from software that is sold physically through traditional channels such as brick and mortar retailers and certain licensing revenue. 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, 2023, 2022 and 2021 is presented below (in millions): Year Ended March 31, 2023 2022 2021 Platform net revenue Console $ 4,443 $ 4,400 $ 3,716 PC and other 1,729 1,532 1,195 Mobile 1,254 1,059 718 Net revenue $ 7,426 $ 6,991 $ 5,629 Information about our operations in North America and internationally for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021 is presented below (in millions): Year Ended March 31, 2023 2022 2021 Net revenue from unaffiliated customers North America $ 3,151 $ 3,039 $ 2,474 International 4,275 3,952 3,155 Net revenue $ 7,426 $ 6,991 $ 5,629 As of March 31, 2023 2022 Long-lived assets North America $ 445 $ 446 International 104 104 Total $ 549 $ 550 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 2023, 2022, and 2021 represents $4,085 million, $3,423 million and $2,731 million or 55 percent, 49 percent and 49 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 2023, our direct sales to Sony and Microsoft represented approximately 32 percent and 16 percent of total net revenue, respectively. In fiscal year 2022, our direct sales to Sony and Microsoft represented approximately 33 percent and 16 percent of total net revenue, respectively. In fiscal year 2021, our direct sales to Sony and Microsoft represented approximately 36 percent and 18 percent of total net revenue, respectively.

Restructuring Activities

Restructuring Activities	12 Months Ended
Restructuring Activities	Mar. 31, 2023
Restructuring and Related Activities [Abstract]
Restructuring Activities	RESTRUCTURING ACTIVITIES In fiscal year 2023, we announced a restructuring plan (the “2023 Restructuring Plan” or the “Plan”) focused on prioritizing investments to our growth opportunities and optimizing our real estate portfolio. The Plan includes actions driven by portfolio rationalization including headcount reductions, in addition to office space reductions. The actions associated with the Plan are expected to be substantially completed by September 30, 2023. Under this plan, we estimate that we will incur approximately $170 million to $200 million in charges, consisting primarily of: • A $66 million impairment charge related to an acquisition-related in-process research & development intangible asset as part of our portfolio rationalization activities; • $55 million to $65 million related to employee severance and employee-related costs; • $45 million to $55 million associated with office space reductions; and • $5 million to $10 million of other charges, including contract cancellations. Restructuring activities as of the fiscal year ended March 31, 2023 was as follows (in millions): Acquisition-Related Intangibles Impairments and Other Charges (a) Workforce (a) Office Space Reductions (b) Total Charges to operations $ 68 $ 43 $ 44 $ 155 Charges settled in cash — (10) — (10) Non-cash items (66) — (44) (110) Liability as of March 31, 2023 $ 2 $ 33 $ — $ 35 (a) Charges are recorded within Restructuring in the Consolidated Statement of Operations. (b) Charges are recorded within General and administrative expenses in the Consolidated Statement of Operations. The restructuring liability of $35 million as of March 31, 2023, is included in accrued and other current liabilities on the Consolidated Balance Sheets. See Note 13 — Leases for additional information on our office space reduction activities, and remaining lease liabilities associated with those activities continue to be recognized and disclosed in that note.

Description Of Business And B_2

Description Of Business And Basis of Presentation (Policy)	12 Months Ended
Description Of Business And Basis of Presentation (Policy)	Mar. 31, 2023
Description Of Business And Basis of Presentation [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, 2023 contained 52 weeks and ended on April 1, 2023. Our results of operations for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2022 and 2021 contained 52 and 53 weeks and ended on April 2, 2022 and April 3, 2021, 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, inventories, 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	Recently Adopted Accounting Standards In October 2021, the FASB issued ASU 2021-08, Business Combinations: Accounting for Contract Assets and Contract Liabilities from Contracts with Customers (Topic 805). The amendments in this update require that an acquirer recognize and measure contract assets and contract liabilities acquired in a business combination in accordance with Topic 606. For business combinations prior to fiscal year 2023, we recorded deferred net revenue related to contracts from acquired entities at fair value on the date of acquisition. As a result, we did not recognize certain revenues related to these contracts that the acquired entities would have otherwise recorded as an independent entity. We adopted ASU 2021-08 in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2023, and the amendments apply retrospectively to all business combinations with an acquisition date in the fiscal year of adoption. The adoption did not have an impact on our Consolidated Financial Statements and related disclosures, since we did not have any acquisitions in fiscal year 2023. In November 2021, the FASB issued ASU 2021-10, Disclosures by Business Entities about Government Assistance (Topic 832). The amendments in this update establish Topic 832 and require additional disclosures regarding government grants and money contributions when entities accounted for transactions with a government by analogizing to a grant or contribution accounting model. We adopted ASU 2021-10 in the first quarter of fiscal year 2023 and elected to apply the amendments prospectively to all transactions within the scope of the amendment that are reflected in the financial statements at the date of adoption. The adoption did not have a material impact 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 share 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, 2023 and 2022.
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, generally 1 to 15 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. The net book value of capitalized costs associated with internal-use software was $90 million and $86 million as of March 31, 2023 and 2022, 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 seven
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, 2023, 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, mobile phones and tablets. 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 as the service is provided. 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 deemed to be one performance obligation and 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 games and extra content sold through retail is recognized over an estimated ten-month period beginning in the month of sale, 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. During the three months ended September 30, 2021, we completed our annual evaluation of the Estimated Offering Period and noted consumers are playing certain of our Online Hosted Service Games, such as PC and console free-to-play games, for longer periods of time than in previous years. This extended consumer gameplay is due to players engaging with services we provide that are designed to enhance and extend gameplay, and as such, concluded that the Estimated Offering Period for such games should be lengthened. As a result, for all new sales after July 1, 2021, the revenue that we recognize for service-related performance obligations related to our PC and console free-to-play games is recognized generally over a twelve-month period. During the fiscal year ended March 31, 2023, this increase to our Estimated Offering Period resulted in increases in net revenue of $103 million, net income of $79 million, and diluted earnings per share of $0.28. During the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022, this increase to our Estimated Offering Period resulted in decreases in net revenue of $131 million, net income of $100 million, and diluted earnings per share of $0.35. Deferred Net Revenue Because the majority of our sales transactions include future update rights and online hosting performance obligations, which are subject to deferral and recognized over the Estimated Offering Period, our deferred net revenue balance is material. This balance increases from period to period by revenue being deferred for current sales with these service obligations and is reduced by the recognition of revenue from prior sales that were previously deferred. Generally, revenue is recognized as the services are provided. 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 inventory 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 under ASC 606. 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, 2023, we had two customers who accounted for approximately 32 percent and 30 percent of our consolidated gross receivables, respectively. At March 31, 2022, we had two customers who accounted for approximately 32 percent and 29 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 2023, 2022, and 2021, approximately 81 percent, 77 percent, and 78 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, 2023, 2022, and 2021, our net revenue for products and services on Sony’s PlayStation 3, 4 and 5, and Microsoft’s Xbox 360, One and Series X consoles (combined across all six platforms) was approximately 58 percent, 60 percent, and 64 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. 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 for contracts with guaranteed minimums. 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 accounted for as executory contracts, and therefore, any losses on these commitments are recognized when the underlying intellectual property is abandoned (i.e., cease use) 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. Cooperative advertising costs are recognized when incurred and are classified as marketing and sales expense if there is a separate identifiable benefit for which we can reasonably estimate the fair value of the benefit identified. Otherwise, they are classified as a reduction of revenue and are generally accrued when revenue is recognized. We then reimburse the channel partner when qualifying claims are submitted. We are also 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. Otherwise, vendor reimbursements are recognized as a reduction of the cost incurred with the same vendor. Vendor reimbursements of advertising costs of $37 million, $37 million, and $22 million reduced marketing and sales expense for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2023, 2022, and 2021, respectively. For the fiscal years ended March 31, 2023, 2022, and 2021, advertising expense, net of vendor reimbursements, totaled approximately $348 million, $396 million, and $222 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 new 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. 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 $31 million, $(22) million, and $9 million for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2023, 2022, and 2021, 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 $(29) million, $21 million, and $(19) million for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2023, 2022, and 2021, respectively. See Note 5 for additional information on our foreign currency forward contracts.
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 as the primary source of taxable income but considers all available sources of Swiss income based on the 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.
Share Repurchases	Share RepurchasesShares 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.

Summary of Significant Accoun_2

Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Tables)	12 Months Ended
Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Tables)	Mar. 31, 2023
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, generally 1 to 15 years Property and equipment, net, as of March 31, 2023 and 2022 consisted of (in millions): As of March 31, 2023 2022 Computer, equipment and software $ 892 $ 853 Buildings 369 375 Leasehold improvements 186 202 Equipment, furniture and fixtures, and other 92 95 Land 66 66 Construction in progress 11 30 1,616 1,621 Less: accumulated depreciation (1,067) (1,071) Property and equipment, net $ 549 $ 550

Fair Value Measurements (Tables

Fair Value Measurements (Tables)	12 Months Ended
Fair Value Measurements (Tables)	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
Fair Value Assets And Liabilities Measured On Recurring Basis	As of March 31, 2023 and 2022, 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, 2023 Quoted Prices in Significant Significant (Level 1) (Level 2) (Level 3) Balance Sheet Classification Assets Bank and time deposits $ 56 $ 56 $ — $ — Cash equivalents Money market funds 956 956 — — Cash equivalents Available-for-sale securities: Corporate bonds 113 — 113 — Short-term investments U.S. Treasury securities 80 80 — — Short-term investments U.S. agency securities 28 — 28 — Short-term investments and cash equivalents Commercial paper 66 — 66 — Short-term investments and cash equivalents Foreign government securities 11 — 11 — Short-term investments Asset-backed securities 37 — 37 — Short-term investments Certificates of deposit 14 — 14 — Short-term investments Foreign currency derivatives 29 — 29 — Other current assets and other assets Deferred compensation plan assets (a) 23 23 — — Other assets Total assets at fair value $ 1,413 $ 1,115 $ 298 $ — Liabilities Foreign currency derivatives $ 65 $ — $ 65 $ — Accrued and other current liabilities and other liabilities Deferred compensation plan liabilities (a) 24 24 — — Other liabilities Total liabilities at fair value $ 89 $ 24 $ 65 $ —	Fair Value Measurements at Reporting Date Using As of Quoted Prices in Significant Significant (Level 1) (Level 2) (Level 3) Balance Sheet Classification Assets Bank and time deposits $ 55 $ 55 $ — $ — Cash equivalents Money market funds 257 257 — — Cash equivalents Available-for-sale securities: Corporate bonds 116 — 116 — Short-term investments and cash equivalents U.S. Treasury securities 104 104 — — Short-term investments and cash equivalents Commercial paper 51 — 51 — Short-term investments and cash equivalents Foreign government securities 17 — 17 — Short-term investments Asset-backed securities 38 — 38 — Short-term investments Certificates of deposit 18 — 18 — Short-term investments Foreign currency derivatives 63 — 63 — Other current assets and other assets Deferred compensation plan assets (a) 21 21 — — Other assets Total assets at fair value $ 740 $ 437 $ 303 $ — Liabilities Foreign currency derivatives $ 14 $ — $ 14 $ — Accrued and other current liabilities and other liabilities Deferred compensation plan liabilities (a) 22 22 — — Other liabilities Total liabilities at fair value $ 36 $ 22 $ 14 $ — (a) The Deferred Compensation Plan consists of various mutual funds. See Note 15 for additional information regarding our Deferred Compensation Plan.

Financial Instruments (Tables)

Financial Instruments (Tables)	12 Months Ended
Financial Instruments (Tables)	Mar. 31, 2023
Financial Instruments [Abstract]
Schedule of Short-Term Investments	Short-term investments consisted of the following as of March 31, 2023 and 2022 (in millions): As of March 31, 2023 As of March 31, 2022 Cost or Gross Unrealized Fair Cost or Gross Unrealized Fair Gains Losses Gains Losses Corporate bonds $ 114 $ — $ (1) $ 113 $ 117 $ — $ (1) $ 116 U.S. Treasury securities 80 — — 80 103 — (1) 102 U.S. agency securities 25 — — 25 — — — — Commercial paper 63 — — 63 39 — — 39 Foreign government securities 11 — — 11 17 — — 17 Asset-backed securities 37 — — 37 38 — — 38 Certificates of deposit 14 — — 14 18 — — 18 Short-term investments $ 344 $ — $ (1) $ 343 $ 332 $ — $ (2) $ 330
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, 2023 and 2022 (in millions): As of March 31, 2023 As of March 31, 2022 Amortized Fair Amortized Fair Short-term investments Due within 1 year $ 267 $ 266 $ 250 $ 249 Due 1 year through 5 years 72 72 77 76 Due after 5 years 5 5 5 5 Short-term investments $ 344 $ 343 $ 332 $ 330

Derivative Financial Instrume_2

Derivative Financial Instruments (Tables)	12 Months Ended
Derivative Financial Instruments (Tables)	Mar. 31, 2023
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, 2023 As of March 31, 2022 Notional Amount Fair Value Notional Amount Fair Value Asset Liability Asset Liability Forward contracts to purchase $ 371 $ 2 $ 9 $ 375 $ 4 $ 3 Forward contracts to sell $ 2,255 $ 23 $ 46 $ 1,829 $ 52 $ 6 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, 2023 As of March 31, 2022 Notional Amount Fair Value Notional Amount Fair Value Asset Liability Asset Liability Forward contracts to purchase $ 504 $ 4 $ — $ 496 $ 6 $ — Forward contracts to sell $ 587 $ — $ 10 $ 400 $ 1 $ 5
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss)	The effects of cash flow hedge accounting in our Consolidated Statements of Operations for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021 are as follows (in millions): Year Ended March 31, 2023 2022 2021 Net revenue Research and development Net revenue Research and development Net revenue Research and development Total amounts presented in our Consolidated Statements of Operations in which the effects of cash flow hedges are recorded $ 7,426 $ 2,328 $ 6,991 $ 2,186 $ 5,629 $ 1,778 Gains (losses) on foreign currency forward contracts designated as cash flow hedges $ 185 $ (18) $ (14) $ 12 $ (30) $ 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, 2023, 2022 and 2021, was as follows (in millions): Year Ended March 31, 2023 2022 2021 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 $ (6) $ (48) $ (29) Gains (losses) on foreign currency forward contracts not designated as hedging instruments $ (29) $ 21 $ (19)

Accumulated other Comprehensi_2

Accumulated other Comprehensive Income (Tables)	12 Months Ended
Accumulated other Comprehensive Income (Tables)	Mar. 31, 2023
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, 2023, 2022 and 2021 are as follows (in millions): Unrealized Net Gains (Losses) on Available-for-Sale Securities Unrealized Net Gains (Losses) on Derivative Instruments Foreign Currency Translation Adjustments Total Balances as of March 31, 2020 $ (4) $ 39 $ (85) $ (50) Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications 5 (94) 64 (25) Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) (1) 26 — 25 Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax 4 (68) 64 — Balances as of March 31, 2021 $ — $ (29) $ (21) $ (50) Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications (3) 74 (8) 63 Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) — 2 — 2 Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax (3) 76 (8) 65 Balances as of March 31, 2022 $ (3) $ 47 $ (29) $ 15 Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications 1 133 (50) 84 Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) 1 (167) — (166) Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax 2 (34) (50) (82) Balances as of March 31, 2023 $ (1) $ 13 $ (79) $ (67)
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, 2023, 2022 and 2021 were as follows (in millions): Statement of Operations Classification Amount Reclassified From Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Year Ended March 31, 2023 2022 2021 (Gains) losses on available-for-sale securities: Interest and other income (expense), net $ 1 $ — $ (1) Total, net of tax 1 — (1) (Gains) losses on foreign currency forward contracts designated as cash flow hedges Net revenue (185) 14 30 Research and development 18 (12) (4) Total, net of tax (167) 2 26 Total net (gain) loss reclassified, net of tax $ (166) $ 2 $ 25

Goodwill And Acquisition-Rela_2

Goodwill And Acquisition-Related Intangibles, Net (Tables)	12 Months Ended
Goodwill And Acquisition-Related Intangibles, Net (Tables)	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022
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, 2023 are as follows (in millions): As of March 31, 2022 Activity Effects of Foreign Currency Translation As of March 31, 2023 Goodwill $ 5,755 $ — $ (7) $ 5,748 Accumulated impairment (368) — — (368) Total $ 5,387 $ — $ (7) $ 5,380	The changes in the carrying amount of goodwill for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022 are as follows (in millions): As of March 31, 2021 Activity Effects of Foreign Currency Translation As of March 31, 2022 Goodwill $ 3,236 $ 2,519 $ — $ 5,755 Accumulated impairment (368) — — (368) Total $ 2,868 $ 2,519 $ — $ 5,387
Schedule Of Acquisition-Related Intangibles	Acquisition-related intangibles consisted of the following (in millions): As of March 31, 2023 As of March 31, 2022 Gross Accumulated Acquisition- Gross Accumulated Acquisition- Finite-lived acquisition-related intangibles Developed and core technology $ 1,051 $ (754) $ 297 $ 1,102 $ (643) $ 459 Trade names and trademarks 596 (285) 311 609 (212) 397 Registered user base and other intangibles 56 (50) 6 56 (30) 26 Total finite-lived acquisition-related intangibles $ 1,703 $ (1,089) $ 614 $ 1,767 $ (885) $ 882 Indefinite-lived acquisition-related intangibles In-process research and development $ 4 $ — $ 4 $ 80 $ — $ 80 Total acquisition-related intangibles, net $ 1,707 $ (1,089) $ 618 $ 1,847 $ (885) $ 962
Schedule Of Amortization Of Intangible Assets	Amortization of intangibles, including impairments, for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021 are classified in the Consolidated Statements of Operations as follows (in millions): Year Ended March 31, 2023 2022 2021 Cost of revenue $ 120 $ 133 $ 4 Operating expenses 158 183 30 Restructuring 66 — — Total $ 344 $ 316 $ 34
Schedule Of Future Amortization Of Acquisition-Related Intangibles	As of March 31, 2023, 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, 2024 $ 150 2025 122 2026 118 2027 99 2028 96 Thereafter 29 Total $ 614

Royalties And Licenses (Tables)

Royalties And Licenses (Tables)	12 Months Ended
Royalties And Licenses (Tables)	Mar. 31, 2023
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, 2023 2022 Other current assets $ 105 $ 35 Other assets 31 28 Royalty-related assets $ 136 $ 63
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, 2023 2022 Accrued and other current liabilities $ 208 $ 203 Other liabilities — 3 Royalty-related liabilities $ 208 $ 206

Balance Sheet Details (Tables)

Balance Sheet Details (Tables)	12 Months Ended
Balance Sheet Details (Tables)	Mar. 31, 2023
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, generally 1 to 15 years Property and equipment, net, as of March 31, 2023 and 2022 consisted of (in millions): As of March 31, 2023 2022 Computer, equipment and software $ 892 $ 853 Buildings 369 375 Leasehold improvements 186 202 Equipment, furniture and fixtures, and other 92 95 Land 66 66 Construction in progress 11 30 1,616 1,621 Less: accumulated depreciation (1,067) (1,071) Property and equipment, net $ 549 $ 550
Schedule of Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities	Accrued and other current liabilities as of March 31, 2023 and 2022 consisted of (in millions): As of March 31, 2023 2022 Accrued compensation and benefits $ 436 $ 500 Accrued royalties 208 203 Deferred net revenue (other) 103 156 Operating lease liabilities (See Note 13 ) 66 81 Other accrued expenses 382 304 Sales returns and price protection reserves 90 144 Accrued and other current liabilities $ 1,285 $ 1,388
Deferred Revenue, by Arrangement	Deferred net revenue as of March 31, 2023 and 2022, consisted of (in millions): As of March 31, 2023 2022 Deferred net revenue (online-enabled games) $ 1,901 $ 2,024 Deferred net revenue (other) 103 156 Deferred net revenue (noncurrent) 67 68 Total deferred net revenue $ 2,071 $ 2,248

Income Taxes (Tables)

Income Taxes (Tables)	12 Months Ended
Income Taxes (Tables)	Mar. 31, 2023
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, 2023, 2022 and 2021 are as follows (in millions): Year Ended March 31, 2023 2022 2021 Domestic $ 315 $ 204 $ 299 Foreign 1,011 877 718 Income before provision for income taxes $ 1,326 $ 1,081 $ 1,017
Provision For (Benefit From) Income Taxes	Provision for income taxes for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021 consisted of (in millions): Current Deferred Total Year Ended March 31, 2023 Federal $ 570 $ (339) $ 231 State 92 (76) 16 Foreign 75 202 277 $ 737 $ (213) $ 524 Year Ended March 31, 2022 Federal $ 203 $ (190) $ 13 State 36 (26) 10 Foreign 381 (112) 269 $ 620 $ (328) $ 292 Year Ended March 31, 2021 Federal $ 251 $ (26) $ 225 State 24 (2) 22 Foreign 47 (114) (67) $ 322 $ (142) $ 180
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, 2023, 2022 and 2021 were as follows: Year Ended March 31, 2023 2022 2021 Statutory federal tax expense rate 21.0 % 21.0 % 21.0 % State taxes, net of federal benefit 1.1 % 1.9 % 1.7 % Differences between statutory rate and foreign effective tax rate 7.6 % 6.8 % 7.0 % Excess tax benefit from equity compensation (0.3) % (1.2) % (2.7) % Research and development credits (3.0) % (2.8) % (2.4) % Swiss valuation allowance 8.9 % 2.7 % (10.1) % Acquired IP intra-entity sales — % (5.9) % — % Non-deductible stock-based compensation 3.2 % 3.8 % 3.3 % Other 1.0 % 0.7 % (0.1) % Effective tax rate 39.5 % 27.0 % 17.7 %
Deferred Tax Assets And Liabilities	The components of net deferred tax assets, as of March 31, 2023 and 2022 consisted of (in millions): As of March 31, 2023 2022 Deferred tax assets: Accruals, reserves and other expenses $ 197 $ 185 Tax credit carryforwards 218 198 Research and development capitalization 461 66 Stock-based compensation 39 43 Net operating loss and capital loss carryforwards 371 349 Swiss intra-entity tax asset 1,665 1,782 Total 2,951 2,623 Valuation allowance (446) (296) Deferred tax assets, net of valuation allowance 2,505 2,327 Deferred tax liabilities: Amortization and depreciation (41) (79) Other (3) (7) Total (44) (86) Deferred tax assets, net of valuation allowance and deferred tax liabilities $ 2,461 $ 2,241
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, 2020 $ 983 Increases in unrecognized tax benefits related to prior year tax positions 12 Decreases in unrecognized tax benefits related to prior year tax positions (444) Increases in unrecognized tax benefits related to current year tax positions 55 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 (27) Changes in unrecognized tax benefits due to foreign currency translation 7 Balance as of March 31, 2021 584 Increases in unrecognized tax benefits related to prior year tax positions 5 Decreases in unrecognized tax benefits related to prior year tax positions (21) Increases in unrecognized tax benefits related to current year tax positions 139 Decreases in unrecognized tax benefits related to settlements with taxing authorities (50) Reductions in unrecognized tax benefits due to lapse of applicable statute of limitations (18) Changes in unrecognized tax benefits due to foreign currency translation (3) Balance as of March 31, 2022 636 Increases in unrecognized tax benefits related to current year tax positions 245 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, 2023 $ 867

Financing Arrangement (Tables)

Financing Arrangement (Tables)	12 Months Ended
Financing Arrangement (Tables)	Mar. 31, 2023
Debt Instruments [Abstract]
Schedule of Carrying Values Of Liability and Equity Components of Senior Notes [Table Text Block]	The carrying and fair values of the Senior Notes are as follows (in millions): As of March 31, 2023 As of March 31, 2022 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 (6) (6) Unamortized debt issuance costs (14) (16) Net carrying value of Senior Notes $ 1,880 $ 1,878 Fair value of Senior Notes (Level 2) $ 1,540 $ 1,711
Schedule Of Interest Expense Related To Notes	The following table summarizes our interest expense recognized for fiscal years 2023, 2022 and 2021 that is included in interest and other income (expense), net on our Consolidated Statements of Operations (in millions): Year Ended March 31, 2023 2022 2021 Amortization of debt discount $ (1) $ (1) $ — Amortization of debt issuance costs (2) (2) (2) Coupon interest expense (55) (55) (43) Total interest expense $ (58) $ (58) $ (45)

Leases (Tables)

Leases (Tables)	12 Months Ended
Leases (Tables)	Mar. 31, 2023
Leases [Abstract]
Lease, Cost	The components of lease expenses for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2023, 2022, and 2021 are as follows (in millions): Year Ended March 31, 2023 2022 2021 Operating lease costs $ 138 $ 98 $ 87 Variable lease costs 22 21 21 Short-term lease costs 7 2 2 Total lease expense $ 167 $ 121 $ 110 During the fiscal year ended March 31, 2023, we recorded accelerated amortization of certain ROU Assets of $34 million within the operating lease costs and accelerated deprecation of property, plant and equipment for $10 million as part of our 2023 Restructuring Plan. See Note 8 — Restructuring Activities for additional information. Supplemental cash and noncash information related to our operating leases for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2023, 2022, and 2021 are as follows (in millions): Year Ended March 31, 2023 2022 2021 Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liability $ 97 $ 97 $ 85 ROU assets obtained in exchange for new lease obligations $ 97 $ 150 $ 90 Weighted average remaining lease term and discount rate at March 31, 2023 and 2022 are as follows: At March 31, 2023 At March 31, 2022 Lease term 7.5 years 6.8 years Discount rate 3.3 % 2.5 %
AssetsandLiabilitiesLesseeTableTextBlock	Operating lease ROU assets and liabilities recorded on our Consolidated Balance Sheets as of March 31, 2023 and 2022 are as follows (in millions): As of March 31, Balance Sheet Classification 2023 2022 Operating lease ROU assets $ 276 $ 314 Other assets Operating lease liabilities $ 66 $ 81 Accrued and other current liabilities Noncurrent operating lease liabilities 277 272 Other liabilities Total operating lease liabilities $ 343 $ 353
Lessee, Operating Lease, Liability, Maturity	Future minimum lease payments under operating leases as of March 31, 2023 were as follows (in millions): Fiscal Years Ending March 31, 2024 $ 73 2025 69 2026 56 2027 41 2028 32 Thereafter 116 Total future lease payments 387 Less imputed interest (44) Total operating lease liabilities $ 343

Commitments And Contingencies (

Commitments And Contingencies (Tables)	12 Months Ended
Commitments And Contingencies (Tables)	Mar. 31, 2023
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
Minimum Contractual Obligations	The following table summarizes our minimum contractual obligations as of March 31, 2023 (in millions): Fiscal Years Ending March 31, Total 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 Thereafter Unrecognized commitments Developer/licensor commitments $ 2,011 $ 349 $ 480 $ 434 $ 384 $ 146 $ 218 Marketing commitments 971 256 245 197 154 67 52 Senior Notes interest 781 49 55 54 36 36 551 Operating lease imputed interest 44 10 8 7 5 4 10 Operating leases not yet commenced 98 — 3 8 8 8 71 Other purchase obligations 201 130 51 14 4 2 — Total unrecognized commitments 4,106 794 842 714 591 263 902 Recognized commitments Senior Notes principal and interest 1,906 6 — 400 — — 1,500 Operating leases 387 73 69 56 41 32 116 Transition Tax and other taxes 17 4 6 7 — — — Total recognized commitments 2,310 83 75 463 41 32 1,616 Total Commitments $ 6,416 $ 877 $ 917 $ 1,177 $ 632 $ 295 $ 2,518

Stock-Based Compensation And Em

Stock-Based Compensation And Employee Benefit Plans (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023
Share-Based Payment Arrangement, Noncash Expense [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, 2023 2022 2021 Risk-free interest rate 3.1 - 5.0% 0.1 - 1.1% 0.1% Expected volatility 27 - 31% 25 - 30% 32 - 39% Weighted-average volatility 29% 27% 36% Expected term 6 - 12 months 6 - 12 months 6 - 12 months Expected dividends 0.8% 0.6 % 0.3 %
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, 2023 2022 2021 Risk-free interest rate 3.3% 0.4 % 0.2% Expected volatility 33 - 56% 24 - 76% 23 - 63% Weighted-average volatility 43% 40% 37% Expected dividends None None None
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, 2023: Options Weighted- Weighted- Aggregate Outstanding as of March 31, 2022 286 $ 39.28 Granted 4 123.23 Exercised (168) 40.10 Forfeited, cancelled or expired (1) 64.95 Outstanding as of March 31, 2023 121 $ 40.43 2.00 $ 10 Vested and expected to vest 121 $ 40.43 2.00 $ 10 Exercisable as of March 31, 2023 120 $ 40.25 1.99 $ 10 Restricted Weighted- Outstanding as of March 31, 2022 6,682 $ 129.57 Granted 5,391 126.41 Vested (3,649) 126.50 Forfeited or cancelled (922) 131.56 Outstanding as of March 31, 2023 7,502 $ 128.54 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, 2023: Performance- Weighted- Outstanding as of March 31, 2022 190 $ 142.60 Granted 509 127.98 Vested (73) 142.60 Forfeited or cancelled (69) 136.28 Outstanding as of March 31, 2023 557 $ 130.03 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, 2023 : Market-Based Weighted- Outstanding as of March 31, 2022 1,321 $ 134.69 Granted 178 176.70 Vested (95) 114.97 Forfeited or cancelled (582) 129.16 Outstanding as of March 31, 2023 822 $ 149.98
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Activity	The following table summarizes our ESPP activity for fiscal years ended March 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021: Shares Issued Exercise Prices for Purchase Rights Weighted-Average Fair Values of Purchase Rights Fiscal Year 2021 0.7 $74.70 - $119.37 $ 29.80 Fiscal Year 2022 0.6 $113.39 - $118.14 $ 35.94 Fiscal Year 2023 0.7 $96.34 - $111.86 $ 33.91
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, 2023 2022 2021 Cost of revenue $ 7 $ 6 $ 5 Research and development 367 356 285 Marketing and sales 59 54 46 General and administrative 115 112 99 Stock-based compensation expense $ 548 $ 528 $ 435
Shares Repurchased and Retired	The following table summarizes total shares repurchased during fiscal years 2023, 2022, and 2021: May 2018 Program November 2020 Program August 2022 Program Total (In millions) Shares Amount Shares Amount Shares Amount Shares Amount Fiscal Year 2021 0.7 $ 78 4.9 $ 651 — $ — 5.6 $ 729 Fiscal Year 2022 — $ — 9.5 $ 1,300 — $ — 9.5 $ 1,300 Fiscal Year 2023 — $ — 5.1 $ 650 5.3 $ 645 10.4 $ 1,295

Interest And Other Income (Ex_2

Interest And Other Income (Expense), Net (Tables)	12 Months Ended
Interest And Other Income (Expense), Net (Tables)	Mar. 31, 2023
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, 2023, 2022 and 2021 consisted of (in millions): Year Ended March 31, 2023 2022 2021 Interest expense (58) (58) (45) Interest income 49 4 24 Net gain (loss) on foreign currency transactions 31 (22) 9 Net gain (loss) on foreign currency forward contracts (29) 21 (19) Other income (expense), net 1 7 2 Interest and other income (expense), net $ (6) $ (48) $ (29)

Earnings Per Share (Tables)

Earnings Per Share (Tables)	12 Months Ended
Earnings Per Share (Tables)	Mar. 31, 2023
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) 2023 2022 2021 Net income $ 802 $ 789 $ 837 Shares used to compute earnings per share: Weighted-average common stock outstanding — basic 277 284 289 Dilutive potential common shares related to stock award plans 1 2 3 Weighted-average common stock outstanding — diluted 278 286 292 Earnings per share: Basic $ 2.90 $ 2.78 $ 2.90 Diluted $ 2.88 $ 2.76 $ 2.87

Segment Information (Tables)

Segment Information (Tables)	12 Months Ended
Segment Information (Tables)	Mar. 31, 2023
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
Disaggregation of Revenue	Information about our total net revenue by timing of recognition for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021 is presented below (in millions): Year Ended March 31, 2023 2022 2021 Net revenue by timing of recognition Revenue recognized at a point in time $ 2,389 $ 2,326 $ 2,006 Revenue recognized over time 5,037 4,665 3,623 Net revenue $ 7,426 $ 6,991 $ 5,629
Net Revenue By Revenue Composition	Information about our total net revenue by composition for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021 is presented below (in millions): Year Ended March 31, 2023 2022 2021 Net revenue by composition Full game downloads $ 1,262 $ 1,282 $ 918 Packaged goods 675 711 695 Full game 1,937 1,993 1,613 Live services and other 5,489 4,998 4,016 Net revenue $ 7,426 $ 6,991 $ 5,629
Schedule of Net Revenue by Platform	Information about our total net revenue by platform for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021 is presented below (in millions): Year Ended March 31, 2023 2022 2021 Platform net revenue Console $ 4,443 $ 4,400 $ 3,716 PC and other 1,729 1,532 1,195 Mobile 1,254 1,059 718 Net revenue $ 7,426 $ 6,991 $ 5,629
Net Revenue By Geographic Area	Information about our operations in North America and internationally for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2023, 2022 and 2021 is presented below (in millions): Year Ended March 31, 2023 2022 2021 Net revenue from unaffiliated customers North America $ 3,151 $ 3,039 $ 2,474 International 4,275 3,952 3,155 Net revenue $ 7,426 $ 6,991 $ 5,629
Long-Lived Assets By Geographic Area	As of March 31, 2023 2022 Long-lived assets North America $ 445 $ 446 International 104 104 Total $ 549 $ 550

Restructuring Activities (Table

Restructuring Activities (Tables)	12 Months Ended
Restructuring Activities (Tables)	Mar. 31, 2023
Restructuring and Related Activities [Abstract]
Restructuring and Related Costs	Restructuring activities as of the fiscal year ended March 31, 2023 was as follows (in millions): Acquisition-Related Intangibles Impairments and Other Charges (a) Workforce (a) Office Space Reductions (b) Total Charges to operations $ 68 $ 43 $ 44 $ 155 Charges settled in cash — (10) — (10) Non-cash items (66) — (44) (110) Liability as of March 31, 2023 $ 2 $ 33 $ — $ 35 (a) Charges are recorded within Restructuring in the Consolidated Statement of Operations. (b) Charges are recorded within General and administrative expenses in the Consolidated Statement of Operations.

Summary of Significant Accoun_3

Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Schedule of Property, Plant, and Equipment Useful Lives (Details)	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023
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	15 years
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

Summary of Significant Accoun_4

Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Narrative (Details) $ / shares in Units, $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023 USD ($) segment $ / shares	Mar. 31, 2022 USD ($) $ / shares	Mar. 31, 2021 USD ($)
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Capitalized internal-use software	$ 90	$ 86
Number of reportable segments \| segment	1
Cooperative advertising amount	$ 37	37	$ 22
Advertising expense, net of vendor reimbursements	348	396	222
Net gain (loss) on foreign currency transactions	31	(22)	9
Net gain (loss) on foreign currency forward contracts	$ (29)	$ 21	$ (19)
Accounts Receivable \| Customer Concentration Risk \| Customer A
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Concentration risk, percentage	32%	32%
Accounts Receivable \| Customer Concentration Risk \| Customer B
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Concentration risk, percentage	30%	29%
Net revenue \| Customer Concentration Risk \| Sales Channel, Through Intermediary
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Concentration risk, percentage	81%	77%	78%
Net revenue \| Customer Concentration Risk \| Sales Channel, Directly to Consumer
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Concentration risk, percentage	58%	60%	64%
FY21 Change in Estimated Offering Period
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Increase in net revenue due to change in estimated offering period	$ 103
Increase in net income due to change in estimated offering period	$ 79
Increase in diluted earnings per share due to change in estimated offering period (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	$ 0.28
Decrease in net income due to change in estimated offering period	$ 100
Decrease in net revenue due to change in estimated offering period		$ 131
Decrease in diluted earnings per share due to change in estimated offering period (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares		$ 0.35
Revenue recognized at a point in time
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Percentage of sales price	75%
Revenue recognized over time
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Percentage of sales price	25%
Maximum
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Finite-lived intangible asset, useful life	7 years
Minimum
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Finite-lived intangible asset, useful life	2 years

Fair Value Measurements (Fair V

Fair Value Measurements (Fair Value of Assets And Liabilities Measured At Fair Value On A Recurring Basis) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022
Fair Value
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Total assets at fair value	$ 1,413	$ 740
Total liabilities at fair value	89	36
Short-term investments	343	330
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	1,115	437
Total liabilities at fair value	24	22
Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2)
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Total assets at fair value	298	303
Total liabilities at fair value	65	14
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	56	55
Cash equivalents \| Money market funds \| Fair Value
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Fair value, cash equivalents	956	257
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	56	55
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	956	257
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 and cash equivalents \| Corporate bonds \| Fair Value
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Short-term investments	113	116
Short-term investments and cash equivalents \| U.S. Treasury securities \| Fair Value
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Short-term investments	80	104
Short-term investments and cash equivalents \| Commercial paper \| Fair Value
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Short-term investments	66	51
Short-term investments and cash equivalents \| 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 and cash equivalents \| 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	80	104
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	0
Short-term investments and cash equivalents \| Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2) \| Corporate bonds
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Short-term investments	113	116
Short-term investments and cash equivalents \| 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 and cash equivalents \| Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2) \| Commercial paper
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Short-term investments	66	51
Short-term investments and cash equivalents \| 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 and cash equivalents \| 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 and cash equivalents \| Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 \| Commercial paper
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Short-term investments	0	0
Short-term investments \| U.S. agency securities \| Fair Value
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Short-term investments	28
Short-term investments \| Foreign government securities \| Fair Value
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Short-term investments	11	17
Short-term investments \| Asset-backed securities \| Fair Value
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Asset-backed securities	37	38
Short-term investments \| Certificates of deposit \| Fair Value
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Short-term investments	14	18
Short-term investments \| Quoted Prices In Active Markets For Identical Financial Instruments (Level 1)
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Short-term investments		0
Asset-backed securities		0
Short-term investments \| 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 \| 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
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
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) \| U.S. agency securities
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Short-term investments	28
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	11	17
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	37	38
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	14	18
Short-term investments \| Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Short-term investments		0
Asset-backed securities		0
Short-term investments \| 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 \| Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 \| Foreign government securities
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Short-term investments	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
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
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	29	63
Other current assets and other assets \| 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		0
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
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	29	63
Other current assets and other assets \| Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Fair value, foreign currency derivatives		0
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
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	23	21
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	23	21
Other assets \| Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2)
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Fair value, deferred compensation plan assets and liabilities		0
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
Other assets \| Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Fair value, deferred compensation plan assets and liabilities		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
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	65	14
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
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
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	65	14
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
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	24	22
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	24	22
Other liabilities \| Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2)
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Fair value, deferred compensation plan assets and liabilities		0
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
Other liabilities \| Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Fair value, deferred compensation plan assets and liabilities		$ 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

Financial Instruments (Narrativ

Financial Instruments (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021	Mar. 31, 2020
Financial Instruments [Abstract]
Cash and cash equivalents	$ 2,424	$ 2,732	$ 5,260	$ 3,768

(Fair Value Of Short-Term Inves

(Fair Value Of Short-Term Investments) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022
Financial Instruments [Line Items]
Short-term investments, Fair Value	$ 343	$ 330
Short-Term Investments [Member]
Financial Instruments [Line Items]
Short-term investments, Amortized Cost	344	332
Gross Unrealized Gains	0	0
Gross Unrealized Losses	(1)	(2)
Short-term investments, Fair Value	343	330
Short-Term Investments [Member] \| Corporate bonds
Financial Instruments [Line Items]
Short-term investments, Amortized Cost	114	117
Gross Unrealized Gains	0	0
Gross Unrealized Losses	(1)	(1)
Short-term investments, Fair Value	113	116
Short-Term Investments [Member] \| U.S. Treasury securities
Financial Instruments [Line Items]
Short-term investments, Amortized Cost	80	103
Gross Unrealized Gains	0	0
Gross Unrealized Losses	0	(1)
Short-term investments, Fair Value	80	102
Short-Term Investments [Member] \| U.S. Agency Securities [Member]
Financial Instruments [Line Items]
Short-term investments, Amortized Cost	25	0
Gross Unrealized Gains	0	0
Gross Unrealized Losses	0	0
Short-term investments, Fair Value	25	0
Short-Term Investments [Member] \| Commercial paper
Financial Instruments [Line Items]
Short-term investments, Amortized Cost	63	39
Gross Unrealized Gains	0	0
Gross Unrealized Losses	0	0
Short-term investments, Fair Value	63	39
Short-Term Investments [Member] \| Foreign government securities
Financial Instruments [Line Items]
Short-term investments, Amortized Cost	11	17
Gross Unrealized Gains	0	0
Gross Unrealized Losses	0	0
Short-term investments, Fair Value	11	17
Short-Term Investments [Member] \| Asset-backed securities
Financial Instruments [Line Items]
Short-term investments, Amortized Cost	37	38
Gross Unrealized Gains	0	0
Gross Unrealized Losses	0	0
Short-term investments, Fair Value	37	38
Short-Term Investments [Member] \| Certificates of deposit
Financial Instruments [Line Items]
Short-term investments, Amortized Cost	14	18
Gross Unrealized Gains	0	0
Gross Unrealized Losses	0	0
Short-term investments, Fair Value	$ 14	$ 18

(Fair Value Of Short-Term Inv_2

(Fair Value Of Short-Term Investments By Stated Maturity Date Schedule) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022
Financial Instruments [Line Items]
Short-term investments	$ 343	$ 330
Short-Term Investments [Member]
Financial Instruments [Line Items]
Due in 1 year or less, Amortized Cost	267	250
Due in 1 year or less, Fair Value	266	249
Debt Securities, Available-for-sale, Maturity, Allocated and Single Maturity Date, after One Through Five Years, Amortized Cost	72	77
Debt Securities, Available-for-sale, Maturity, Allocated and Single Maturity Date, after One Through Five Years, Fair Value	72	76
Debt Securities, Available-for-sale, Maturity, Allocated and Single Maturity Date, after Five Through Ten Years, Amortized Cost	5	5
Debt Securities, Available-for-sale, Maturity, Allocated and Single Maturity Date, after Five Through Ten Years, Fair Value	5	5
Debt Securities, Available-for-Sale, Amortized Cost	344	332
Short-term investments	$ 343	$ 330

Derivative Financial Instrume_3

Derivative Financial Instruments (Narrative) (Details)	12 Months Ended
Derivative Financial Instruments (Narrative) (Details)	Mar. 31, 2023
Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures
Foreign Currency Forward And Option Contracts Maximum Maturity Period	18 months
Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures
Foreign Currency Forward And Option Contracts Maximum Maturity Period	3 months

Derivative Financial Instrume_4

Derivative Financial Instruments Gross Notional Amounts and Fair Values for Currency Derivatives (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022
Foreign exchange forward contracts to purchase [Member]
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures
Fair value of foreign currency contracts outstanding, Assets	$ 2	$ 4
Fair value of foreign currency contracts outstanding, Liabilities	9	3
Foreign exchange forward contracts to sell [Member]
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures
Fair value of foreign currency contracts outstanding, Assets	23	52
Fair value of foreign currency contracts outstanding, Liabilities	46	6
Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] \| Foreign exchange forward contracts to purchase [Member]
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures
Derivative, Notional Amount	371	375
Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] \| Foreign exchange forward contracts to sell [Member]
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures
Derivative, Notional Amount	2,255	1,829
United States Dollar [Member] \| Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] \| Foreign exchange forward contracts to purchase [Member]
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures
Derivative, Notional Amount	504	496
United States Dollar [Member] \| Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] \| Foreign exchange forward contracts to sell [Member]
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures
Derivative, Notional Amount	587	400
Balance Sheet Hedging [Member] \| Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] \| Foreign exchange forward contracts to purchase [Member]
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures
Derivative Asset, Current	4	6
Derivative Liability, Current	0	0
Balance Sheet Hedging [Member] \| Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] \| Foreign exchange forward contracts to sell [Member]
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures
Derivative Asset, Current	0	1
Derivative Liability, Current	$ 10	$ 5

Location of Gain (Loss) Recogni

Location of Gain (Loss) Recognized in Income on Derivative, Non-Designated Hedging Instruments (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Net gains (losses) on derivative instruments	$ (34)	$ 76	$ (68)
Net revenue	7,426	6,991	5,629
Research and development	2,328	2,186	1,778
Other Nonoperating Income (Expense)	(6)	(48)	(29)
Interest And Other Income (Expense), Net [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Net gains (losses) on derivative instruments	(29)	21	(19)
Net revenue
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Cash Flow Hedge, Gain (Loss), Reclassification, before Tax	185	(14)	(30)
Research and development
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Cash Flow Hedge, Gain (Loss), Reclassification, before Tax	$ (18)	$ 12	$ 4

Changes in Accumulated Other Co

Changes in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income by Component (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Roll Forward]
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), beginning balance	$ 15	$ (50)	$ (50)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications	84	63	(25)
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)	(166)	2	25
Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax	(82)	65	0
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), ending balance	(67)	15	(50)
Unrealized Net Gains (Losses) on Available-for-Sale Securities
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Roll Forward]
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), beginning balance	(3)	0	(4)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications	1	(3)	5
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)	1	0	(1)
Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax	2	(3)	4
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), ending balance	(1)	(3)	0
Unrealized Net Gains (Losses) on Derivative Instruments
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Roll Forward]
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), beginning balance	47	(29)	39
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications	133	74	(94)
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)	(167)	2	26
Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax	(34)	76	(68)
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), ending balance	13	47	(29)
Foreign Currency Translation Adjustments
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Roll Forward]
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), beginning balance	(29)	(21)	(85)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications	(50)	(8)	64
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)	0		0
Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax	(50)	(8)	64
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), ending balance	$ (79)	$ (29)	$ (21)

Accumulated Other Comprehensi_3

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Effects on net income of amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)	$ (166)	$ 2	$ 25
Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Available-for-Sale Securities
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)	1	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)	1	0	(1)
Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Derivative Instruments
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)	(167)	2	26
Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Derivative Instruments \| Net revenue
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)	(185)	14	30
Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Derivative Instruments \| Research and development
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)	18	$ (12)	(4)
Foreign Currency Translation Adjustments
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]
Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)	$ 0		$ 0

Goodwill And Acquisition-Rela_3

Goodwill And Acquisition-Related Intangibles, Net - Schedule Of Changes In The Carrying Amount Of Goodwill (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021
Goodwill [Roll Forward]
Goodwill, Gross	$ 5,748	$ 5,755	$ 3,236
Goodwill, Accumulated Impairment	(368)	(368)	(368)
Goodwill, Net	5,380	5,387	$ 2,868
Goodwill acquired	0	2,519
Effects of foreign currency translation	$ (7)	$ 0

Goodwill And Acquisition-Rela_4

Goodwill And Acquisition-Related Intangibles, Net - Schedule Of Acquisition-Related Intangibles (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022
Finite-lived acquisition-related intangibles
Gross Carrying Amount	$ 1,703	$ 1,767
Accumulated Amortization	(1,089)	(885)
Acquisition- Related Intangibles, Net	614	882
Indefinite-lived acquisition-related intangibles
Intangible Assets, Gross (Excluding Goodwill)	1,707	1,847
Acquisition-related intangibles, net	618	962
Developed and core technology
Finite-lived acquisition-related intangibles
Gross Carrying Amount	1,051	1,102
Accumulated Amortization	(754)	(643)
Acquisition- Related Intangibles, Net	297	459
Trade names and trademarks
Finite-lived acquisition-related intangibles
Gross Carrying Amount	596	609
Accumulated Amortization	(285)	(212)
Acquisition- Related Intangibles, Net	311	397
Registered user base and other intangibles
Finite-lived acquisition-related intangibles
Gross Carrying Amount	56	56
Accumulated Amortization	(50)	(30)
Acquisition- Related Intangibles, Net	6	26
In-process research and development
Indefinite-lived acquisition-related intangibles
Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets (Excluding Goodwill)	$ 4	$ 80

(Schedule Of Amortization Of In

(Schedule Of Amortization Of Intangible Assets) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Amortization and impairment of intangibles	$ 158	$ 183	$ 30
Cost of revenue
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Amortization and impairment of intangibles	120	133	4
Operating expenses
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Amortization and impairment of intangibles	158	183	30
Restructuring
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Amortization and impairment of intangibles	66	0	0
Total amortization
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Amortization and impairment of intangibles	$ 344	$ 316	$ 34

Goodwill And Acquisition-Rela_5

Goodwill And Acquisition-Related Intangibles, Net - Narrative (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Asset impairment charges	$ 106	$ 45
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	4 years 9 months 18 days	5 years 2 months 12 days
Restructuring
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Asset impairment charges	$ 66
Operating expenses
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Asset impairment charges	28	$ 34
Cost of revenue
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Asset impairment charges	$ 12	$ 11

(Schedule Of Future Amortizatio

(Schedule Of Future Amortization Of Acquisition-Related Intangibles) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
2024	$ 150
2025	122
2026	118
2027	99
2028	96
Thereafter	29
Total	614	$ 882
Excluding In Process and Research Development
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Total	$ 614

Royalties And Licenses (Narrati

Royalties And Licenses (Narrative) (Details) $ in Millions	Mar. 31, 2023 USD ($)
Royalties And Licenses [Abstract]
Unrecorded unconditional purchase obligation	$ 4,106
Other Commitment	$ 2,011

(Schedule Of Royalty-Related As

(Schedule Of Royalty-Related Assets) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022
Royalties And Licenses [Line Items]
Royalty-related assets	$ 136	$ 63
Other current assets and other assets
Royalties And Licenses [Line Items]
Royalty-related assets	105	35
Other assets
Royalties And Licenses [Line Items]
Royalty-related assets	$ 31	$ 28

(Schedule Of Royalty-Related Li

(Schedule Of Royalty-Related Liabilities) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022
Royalty-Related Liabilities [Line Items]
Royalty-related liabilities	$ 208	$ 206
Accrued royalties
Royalty-Related Liabilities [Line Items]
Royalty-related liabilities	208	203
Other Liabilities [Member]
Royalty-Related Liabilities [Line Items]
Royalty-related liabilities	$ 0	$ 3

Balance Sheet Details (Property

Balance Sheet Details (Property And Equipment, Net Schedule) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Depreciation expense	$ 193	$ 162	$ 138
Property and equipment, gross	1,616	1,621
Less accumulated depreciation	(1,067)	(1,071)
Property and equipment, net	549	550
Computer equipment and software
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property and equipment, gross	892	853
Buildings
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property and equipment, gross	369	375
Leasehold improvements
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property and equipment, gross	186	202
Equipment, furniture and fixtures, and other
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property and equipment, gross	92	95
Land
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property and equipment, gross	66	66
Construction in progress
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property and equipment, gross	$ 11	$ 30

Balance Sheet Details (Accrued

Balance Sheet Details (Accrued And Other Current Liabilities Schedule) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022
Balance Sheet Related Disclosures [Abstract]
Accrued compensation and benefits	$ 436	$ 500
Accrued royalties	208	203
Deferred net revenue (other)	103	156
Operating lease liabilities (See Note 13)	66	81
Other accrued expenses	382	304
Sales returns and price protection reserves	90	144
Accrued Liabilities, Current	$ 1,285	$ 1,388
Operating Lease, Liability, Current, Statement of Financial Position [Extensible Enumeration]	Accrued Liabilities, Current	Accrued Liabilities, Current

Balance Sheet Details Balance S

Balance Sheet Details Balance Sheet Details (Deferred Net Revenue) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022
Revenue Recognition, Multiple-deliverable Arrangements [Line Items]
Deferred Revenue, Current	$ 1,901	$ 2,024
Deferred Revenue, Revenue Recognized	2,176	1,613
Online enabled games [Member]
Revenue Recognition, Multiple-deliverable Arrangements [Line Items]
Deferred Revenue, Current	1,901	2,024
Other [Member]
Revenue Recognition, Multiple-deliverable Arrangements [Line Items]
Deferred Revenue, Current	103	156
Noncurrent [Member]
Revenue Recognition, Multiple-deliverable Arrangements [Line Items]
Deferred Revenue, Noncurrent	67	68
Total [Member]
Revenue Recognition, Multiple-deliverable Arrangements [Line Items]
Deferred Revenue	$ 2,071	$ 2,248

Balance Sheet Details Balance_2

Balance Sheet Details Balance Sheet Details (Remaining Performance Obligations) (Details) $ in Millions	Mar. 31, 2023 USD ($)
Total deferred revenue [Member]
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Expected Timing of Satisfaction [Line Items]
Revenue, Remaining Performance Obligation, Amount	$ 2,071

Income Taxes (Narrative) (Detai

Income Taxes (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
Income Taxes (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021	Mar. 31, 2020
Income Tax Disclosure [Line Items]
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)	$ 524	$ 292	$ 180
Net operating Loss Carryforwards	2,600
Net operating loss attributable to Switzerland	2,300
Net operating loss attributable to U.S. federal	99
Tax credit carry forwards	12
Gross unrecognized tax benefits	867	636	584	$ 983
Amount of unrecognized tax benefits that would affect the effective tax rate	395
Combined amount of accrued interest and penalties related to uncertain tax positions	54	36
Deferred Tax Assets, Valuation Allowance	446	296
Deferred Tax Assets, Gross	2,951	2,623
Income Tax Expense (Benefit), Continuing Operations, Adjustment of Deferred Tax (Asset) Liability			$ 141
Deferred Tax Assets, Net	2,461	2,241
Swiss intra-entity tax asset	$ 1,665	$ 1,782
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, at Federal Statutory Income Tax Rate, Percent	21%	21%	21%
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Percent	39.50%	27%	17.70%
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation,Other Reconciling Items, Percent	0%	(5.90%)	0%
Valuation allowance decrease	$ 118
Net operating loss attributable to various acquired companies	213
Acquired IP intra-entity sales [Member]
Income Tax Disclosure [Line Items]
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)		$ 64
State [Member]
Income Tax Disclosure [Line Items]
Net operating loss attributable to California	133
Tax credit carry forwards	194
Foreign Tax Authority [Member]
Income Tax Disclosure [Line Items]
Cash, Cash Equivalents, and Short-term Investments	$ 925
Swiss Federal Tax Administration (FTA) [Member]
Income Tax Disclosure [Line Items]
Valuation allowance decrease		$ 29

Income Taxes (Components Of Los

Income Taxes (Components Of Loss Before Income Taxes) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Domestic	$ 315	$ 204	$ 299
Foreign	1,011	877	718
Income before provision for income taxes	$ 1,326	$ 1,081	$ 1,017

Income Taxes (Provision For (Be

Income Taxes (Provision For (Benefit From) Income Taxes) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Federal, Current	$ 570	$ 203	$ 251
State, Current	92	36	24
Foreign, Current	75	381	47
Total, Current	737	620	322
Federal, Deferred	(339)	(190)	(26)
State, Deferred	(76)	(26)	(2)
Foreign, Deferred	202	(112)	(114)
Total, Deferred	(213)	(328)	(142)
Total, Federal	231	13	225
Total, State	16	10	22
Total, Foreign	277	269	(67)
Total provision for (benefit from) income taxes	$ 524	$ 292	$ 180

Income Taxes (Schedule Of Diffe

Income Taxes (Schedule Of Differences Between Statutory Tax Rate And Effective Tax Rate) (Details)	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Statutory federal tax expense (benefit) rate	21%	21%	21%
State taxes, net of federal benefit	1.10%	1.90%	1.70%
Differences between statutory rate and foreign effective tax rate	7.60%	6.80%	7%
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Excess Tax Benefit From Equity Compensation, Percent	(0.30%)	(1.20%)	(2.70%)
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation,Other Reconciling Items, Percent	0%	(5.90%)	0%
Research and development credits	(3.00%)	(2.80%)	(2.40%)
Unremitted earnings of foreign subsidiaries	8.90%	2.70%	(10.10%)
Non-deductible stock-based compensation	3.20%	3.80%	3.30%
Other	1%	0.70%	(0.10%)
Effective tax expense (benefit) rate	39.50%	27%	17.70%

Income Taxes (Deferred Tax Asse

Income Taxes (Deferred Tax Assets And Liabilities) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022
Deferred tax assets:
Accruals, reserves and other expenses	$ 197	$ 185
Tax credit carryforwards	218	198
Research and development capitalization	461	66
Stock-based compensation	39	43
Net operating loss and capital loss carryforwards	371	349
Swiss intra-entity tax asset	1,665	1,782
Total	2,951	2,623
Valuation allowance	(446)	(296)
Deferred tax assets, net of valuation allowance	2,505	2,327
Deferred tax liabilities:
Amortization and depreciation	(41)	(79)
Other	(3)	(7)
Total	(44)	(86)
Deferred tax assets, net of valuation allowance and deferred tax liabilities	$ 2,461	$ 2,241

Income Taxes (Schedule Of Unrec

Income Taxes (Schedule Of Unrecognized Tax Benefits) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Operating Loss Carryforwards	$ 2,600
Unrecognized tax benefits, beginning balance	636	$ 584	$ 983
Increases in unrecognized tax benefits related to prior year tax positions		5	12
Decreases in unrecognized tax benefits related to prior year tax positions		(21)	(444)
Increases in unrecognized tax benefits related to current year tax positions	245	139	55
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Decrease Resulting from Settlements with Taxing Authorities	(2)	(50)	(2)
Reductions in unrecognized tax benefits due to lapse of applicable statute of limitations	(6)	(18)	(27)
Changes in unrecognized tax benefits due to foreign currency translation	(6)	(3)	7
Unrecognized tax benefits, ending balance	$ 867	$ 636	$ 584

Financing Arrangement (Senior N

Financing Arrangement (Senior Notes) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions		1 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
	Feb. 11, 2021	Feb. 29, 2016	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021	Feb. 24, 2016
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Senior Notes			$ 1,880	$ 1,878
Proceeds from issuance of senior notes, net of issuance costs	$ 1,478	$ 395	$ 0	0	$ 1,478
Senior Notes, Frequency of Periodic Payment			semiannually
2026 Notes
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Effective interest rate						4.97%
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Remaining Discount Amortization Period			2 years 10 months 24 days
Long-term Debt			$ 400	400		$ 400
Debt Instrument, Maturity Date			Mar. 01, 2026
Contractual interest rate of 0.75% Convertible Senior Notes due 2016						4.80%
2031 Notes
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Effective interest rate	1.98%
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Remaining Discount Amortization Period			7 years 10 months 24 days
Long-term Debt	$ 750		$ 750	750
Debt Instrument, Maturity Date			Feb. 15, 2031
Contractual interest rate of 0.75% Convertible Senior Notes due 2016	1.85%
2051 Notes
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Effective interest rate	3.04%
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Remaining Discount Amortization Period			27 years 10 months 24 days
Long-term Debt	$ 750		$ 750	750
Debt Instrument, Maturity Date			Feb. 15, 2051
Contractual interest rate of 0.75% Convertible Senior Notes due 2016	2.95%
Senior Notes
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Long-term Debt			$ 1,900	1,900
Unaccreted discount	$ 6		(6)	(6)		$ 1
Debt Issuance Costs, Net	$ (16)		(14)	(16)		$ (4)
Debt Instrument, Fair Value Disclosure			$ 1,540	$ 1,711
Debt Instrument, Redemption Price, Percentage			100%
Change of control repurchase event [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Debt Instrument, Redemption Price, Percentage			101%

Financing Arrangement (Line of

Financing Arrangement (Line of Credit Facility) (Details) - Revolving Credit Facility [Member] - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023	May 22, 2023	Mar. 22, 2023
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity			$ 500
Debt Instrument, Fee Amount	$ 2
LineofCreditFacilityTerm1	5 years
Subsequent Event [Member]
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]
Option To Request Additional Commitments On Credit Facility		$ 500
Secured Overnight Financing Rate (SOFR)
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]
Debt Instrument, Basis Spread on Variable Rate	0.10%

Financing Arrangement (Schedule

Financing Arrangement (Schedule Of Interest Expense Related To Notes) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021
Debt Instruments [Abstract]
Amortization of debt discount	$ (1)	$ (1)	$ 0
Amortization of debt issuance costs	(2)	(2)	(2)
Coupon interest expense	(55)	(55)	(43)
Total interest expense	$ (58)	$ (58)	$ (45)

Leases (Details)

Leases (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
Leases (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021
Lessee, Lease, Description [Line Items]
Operating lease costs	$ 138	$ 98	$ 87
Variable lease costs	22	21	21
Short-term lease costs	7	2	2
Total lease expense	167	121	110
Accumulated Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization, Property, Plant, and Equipment	1,067	1,071
Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liability	97	97	85
ROU assets obtained in exchange for new lease obligations	$ 97	$ 150	$ 90
Lease term	7 years 6 months	6 years 9 months 18 days
Discount rate	3.30%	2.50%
Operating lease ROU assets	$ 276	$ 314
Operating lease liabilities (See Note 13)	66	81
Noncurrent operating lease liabilities	277	272
Total operating lease liabilities	343	$ 353
2024	73
2025	69
2026	56
2027	41
2028	32
Thereafter	116
Total future lease payments	387
Less imputed interest	$ (44)
Lessee, Operating Lease, Lease Not yet Commenced, Term of Contract	12 years
Lessor, Operating Lease, Lease Not yet Commenced, Assumption and Judgment, Value of Underlying Asset, Amount	$ 98
Operating Lease, Right-of-Use Asset, Statement of Financial Position [Extensible Enumeration]	Other assets	Other assets
Operating Lease, Liability, Noncurrent, Statement of Financial Position [Extensible Enumeration]	Other liabilities	Other liabilities
2023 Plan
Lessee, Lease, Description [Line Items]
Operating Lease, Right-of-Use Asset, Amortization Expense	$ 34
Restructuring and Related Cost, Accelerated Depreciation	$ 10

Commitments And Contingencies_2

Commitments And Contingencies (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Apr. 01, 2023	Mar. 31, 2023
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation		$ 4,106
Income tax obligations		594
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Next Rolling Twelve Months		794
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Two		842
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Three		714
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Four		591
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Five		263
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling after Year Five		902
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation		2,310
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Next Rolling Twelve Months		83
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Two		75
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Three		463
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Four		41
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Five		32
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling after Year Five		1,616
TotalUnconditionalPurchaseObligationBalanceSheetAmount		6,416
Total Unconditional Purchase Obligation Balance Sheet Amount One Year After Fiscal Year End		877
TotalUnconditionalPurchaseObligationBalanceSheetAmountTwoYearsAfterFiscalYearEnd		917
TotalUnconditionalPurchaseObligationBalanceSheetAmountThreeYearsAfterFiscalYearEnd		1,177
Total Unconditional Purchase Obligation Balance Sheet Amount Four Years After Fiscal Year End		632
TotalUnconditionalPurchaseObligationBalanceSheetAmountFiveYearsAfterFiscalYearEnd		295
TotalUnconditionalPurchaseObligationBalanceSheetAmountThereafter		2,518
Subsequent Event [Member]
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation	$ 125
Developer Commitments [Member]
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation		2,011
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Next Rolling Twelve Months		349
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Two		480
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Three		434
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Four		384
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Five		146
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling after Year Five		218
Marketing
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation		971
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Next Rolling Twelve Months		256
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Two		245
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Three		197
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Four		154
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Five		67
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling after Year Five		52
Senior Notes Interest
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation		781
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Next Rolling Twelve Months		49
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Two		55
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Three		54
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		551
Operating Lease Imputed Interest [Member] [Member]
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation		44
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Next Rolling Twelve Months		10
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Two		8
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Three		7
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Four		5
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Five		4
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling after Year Five		10
Operating Lease [Member]
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation		98
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Next Rolling Twelve Months		0
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Two		3
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Three		8
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Four		8
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Five		8
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling after Year Five		71
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation		387
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Next Rolling Twelve Months		73
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Two		69
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Three		56
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Four		41
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Five		32
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling after Year Five		116
Other Unrecorded Purchase Obligations [Member]
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation		201
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Next Rolling Twelve Months		130
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Two		51
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Three		14
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Four		4
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Five		2
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling after Year Five		0
Senior Notes Principal And Interest [Member]
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation		1,906
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Next Rolling Twelve Months		6
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Two		0
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Three		400
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 And Other Taxes [Member]
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation		17
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Next Rolling Twelve Months		4
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Two		6
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Three		7
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

Commitments And Contingencies_3

Commitments And Contingencies (Minimum Contractual Obligations) (Details) $ in Millions	Mar. 31, 2023 USD ($)
Long Term Purchase Commitments
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation	$ 4,106
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Next Rolling Twelve Months	794
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Two	842
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Three	714
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Four	591
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Five	263
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling after Year Five	902
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation	2,310
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Next Rolling Twelve Months	83
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Two	75
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Three	463
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Four	41
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Five	32
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling after Year Five	1,616
TotalUnconditionalPurchaseObligationBalanceSheetAmount	6,416
Total Unconditional Purchase Obligation Balance Sheet Amount One Year After Fiscal Year End	877
TotalUnconditionalPurchaseObligationBalanceSheetAmountTwoYearsAfterFiscalYearEnd	917
TotalUnconditionalPurchaseObligationBalanceSheetAmountThreeYearsAfterFiscalYearEnd	1,177
Total Unconditional Purchase Obligation Balance Sheet Amount Four Years After Fiscal Year End	632
TotalUnconditionalPurchaseObligationBalanceSheetAmountFiveYearsAfterFiscalYearEnd	295
TotalUnconditionalPurchaseObligationBalanceSheetAmountThereafter	2,518
Developer Commitments [Member]
Long Term Purchase Commitments
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation	2,011
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Next Rolling Twelve Months	349
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Two	480
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Three	434
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Four	384
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Five	146
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling after Year Five	218
Marketing
Long Term Purchase Commitments
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation	971
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Next Rolling Twelve Months	256
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Two	245
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Three	197
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Four	154
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Five	67
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling after Year Five	52
Senior Notes Interest
Long Term Purchase Commitments
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation	781
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Next Rolling Twelve Months	49
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Two	55
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Three	54
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	551
Operating Lease Imputed Interest [Member] [Member]
Long Term Purchase Commitments
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation	44
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Next Rolling Twelve Months	10
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Two	8
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Three	7
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Four	5
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Five	4
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling after Year Five	10
Operating Lease [Member]
Long Term Purchase Commitments
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation	98
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Next Rolling Twelve Months	0
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Two	3
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Three	8
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Four	8
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Five	8
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling after Year Five	71
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation	387
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Next Rolling Twelve Months	73
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Two	69
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Three	56
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Four	41
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Five	32
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling after Year Five	116
Other Unrecorded Purchase Obligations [Member]
Long Term Purchase Commitments
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation	201
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Next Rolling Twelve Months	130
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Two	51
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Three	14
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Four	4
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Five	2
Unrecorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling after Year Five	0
Senior Notes Principal And Interest [Member]
Long Term Purchase Commitments
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation	1,906
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Next Rolling Twelve Months	6
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Two	0
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Three	400
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 And Other Taxes [Member]
Long Term Purchase Commitments
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation	17
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Next Rolling Twelve Months	4
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Two	6
Recorded Unconditional Purchase Obligation, Due in Rolling Year Three	7
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

Stock-Based Compensation And _2

Stock-Based Compensation And Employee Benefit Plans - Narrative (Details) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, shares in Millions, $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021	Nov. 30, 2020	Nov. 04, 2020	May 11, 2018
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Expiration Period	10 years
Deferred Income Tax Expense (Benefit)	$ (213)	$ (328)	$ (142)
Deferred Compensation Plan Assets	23	21
Deferred Compensation Liability, Classified, Noncurrent	24	22
Deferred Compensation Arrangement with Individual, Contributions by Employer	42	41	40
May 2018 Program
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Stock Repurchase Program, Authorized Amount						$ 2,400
August 2022 Program
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Stock Repurchase Program, Authorized Amount					$ 2,600
November 2020 Program
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Stock Repurchase Program, Authorized Amount				$ 2,600
Stock-based compensation expense [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Deferred Income Tax Expense (Benefit)	$ 72	68	56
Vesting Year4 [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Cliff Vesting Period	4 years
Vesting Year3 [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Cliff Vesting Period	35 months
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%
Employee Stock Option [Member]
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	21.7
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercises in Period, Intrinsic Value	$ 15	$ 8	$ 76
Restricted Stock Rights
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	15.2
Reduction In Shares Available Per Grant Of Stock Right	1.43
Granted	$ 126.41	$ 136.78	$ 127.27
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Vested in Period, Fair Value	$ 460	$ 457	$ 420
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized, Period for Recognition	1 year 9 months 18 days
Restricted Stock Rights (including Glu's related grant) [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Granted	$ 126.41
Performance Based Restricted Stock Units
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Granted	$ 127.98	$ 140.48
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Vested in Period, Fair Value	$ 9	$ 38
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized	$ 7
Market Based Restricted Stock Units
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Granted	$ 176.70	$ 170.44	$ 145.78
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Vested in Period, Fair Value	$ 12	$ 37	$ 19
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized	$ 19
Employee Stock
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Granted	$ 33.91	$ 35.94	$ 29.80
Minimum Percentage That Employees Authorized For Payroll Deductions	2%
Maximum Percentage That Employees Authorized For Payroll Deductions	10%
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Discount from Market Price, Offering Date	85%
Number of Shares Available for Grant, Employee Stock Purchase Plans	3.5
Stock-based compensation expense [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized	$ 740
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized	$ 714
Maximum
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Measurement Periods for Performance based Restricted Stock	4 years
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	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%
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 Total Stock Return Measurement	200%
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%
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 Total Stock Return Measurement	0%

Stock-Based Compensation And _3

Stock-Based Compensation And Employee Benefit Plans - Schedule of Black Scholes Model Assumptions (Details) - Employee Stock	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Risk-free interest rate, minimum	3.10%	0.10%	0.10%
Risk-free interest rate, maximum	5%	1.10%
Expected volatility, minimum	27%	25%	32%
Expected volatility, maximum	31%	30%	39%
Weighted-average volatility	29%	27%	36%
Expected dividends	0.80%	0.60%	0.30%
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

Stock-Based Compensation And _4

Stock-Based Compensation And Employee Benefit Plans - Schedule of Monte Carlo Model Assumptions (Details)	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Risk-free interest rate			0.20%
Market Based Restricted Stock Units
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Risk-free interest rate	3.30%	0.40%
Expected volatility, minimum	33%	24%	23%
Expected volatility, maximum	56%	76%	63%
Weighted-average volatility	43%	40%	37%

Stock-Based Compensation And _5

Stock-Based Compensation And Employee Benefit Plans - Summary of Stock Option Activity (Details) $ / shares in Units, shares in Thousands, $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023 USD ($) $ / shares shares
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding [Roll Forward]
Beginning balance, options outstanding (in shares) \| shares	286
Granted (in shares) \| shares	4
Exercised (in shares) \| shares	(168)
Forfeited, cancelled or expired (in shares) \| shares	(1)
Ending balance, options outstanding (in shares) \| shares	121
Options, vested and expected to vest (in shares) \| shares	121
Options, exercisable (in shares) \| shares	120
Weighted-average exercise price of options outstanding, beginning balance (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	$ 39.28
Weighted-average exercise price of options granted during period (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	123.23
Weighted-average exercise prices, exercised during period (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	40.10
Weighted-average exercise prices, forfeited, cancelled or expired during period (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	64.95
Weighted-average exercise price of options outstanding, ending balance (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	40.43
Weighted-average exercise price of options vested and expected to vest (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	40.43
Weighted-average exercise price of options, exercisable (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	$ 40.25
Weighted-average remaining contractual term of options outstanding	2 years
Weighted-average remaining contractual term of options vested and expected to vest	2 years
Weighted-average remaining contractual term of options exercisable	1 year 11 months 26 days
Aggregate intrinsic value of options outstanding \| $	$ 10
Aggregate intrinsic value of options vested and expected to vest \| $	10
Aggregate intrinsic value of options exercisable \| $	$ 10

Stock-Based Compensation And _6

Stock-Based Compensation And Employee Benefit Plans - Schedule of Restricted Stock Unit Activity (Details) - Restricted Stock Rights - $ / shares shares in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding [Roll Forward]
Beginning balance (in shares)	6,682
Granted (in shares)	5,391
Vested (in shares)	(3,649)
Forfeited or cancelled (in shares)	(922)
Ending balance (in shares)	7,502	6,682
Beginning balance, weighted average grant date fair value	$ 129.57
Granted	126.41	$ 136.78	$ 127.27
Vested	126.50
Forfeited or cancelled	131.56
Ending balance, weighted average grant date fair value	$ 128.54	$ 129.57

Stock-Based Compensation And _7

Stock-Based Compensation And Employee Benefit Plans - Summary of Performance-Based Restricted Stock Unit Activity (Details) - Performance Based Restricted Stock Units - $ / shares shares in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding [Roll Forward]
Beginning balance (in shares)	190
Granted (in shares)	509
Vested (in shares)	(73)
Forfeited or cancelled (in shares)	(69)
Ending balance (in shares)	557	190
Beginning balance, weighted average grant date fair value	$ 142.60
Granted	127.98	$ 140.48
Vested	142.60
Forfeited or cancelled	136.28
Ending balance, weighted average grant date fair value	$ 130.03	$ 142.60

Stock-Based Compensation And _8

Stock-Based Compensation And Employee Benefit Plans - Summary of Market-Based Restricted Stock Unit Activity (Details) - Market Based Restricted Stock Units - $ / shares shares in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding [Roll Forward]
Beginning balance (in shares)	1,321
Granted (in shares)	178
Vested (in shares)	(95)
Forfeited or cancelled (in shares)	(582)
Ending balance (in shares)	822	1,321
Beginning balance, weighted average grant date fair value	$ 134.69
Granted	176.70	$ 170.44	$ 145.78
Vested	114.97
Forfeited or cancelled	129.16
Ending balance, weighted average grant date fair value	$ 149.98	$ 134.69

Stock-Based Compensation And _9

Stock-Based Compensation And Employee Benefit Plans - Summary of ESPP Activity (Details) - Employee Stock - $ / shares shares in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Disclosures [Line Items]
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Employee Stock Purchase Plans	0.7	0.6	0.7
Granted	$ 33.91	$ 35.94	$ 29.80
Minimum
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Disclosures [Line Items]
Espp Exercise Price For Shares Issued	96.34	113.39	74.70
Maximum
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Disclosures [Line Items]
Espp Exercise Price For Shares Issued	$ 111.86	$ 118.14	$ 119.37

Stock-Based Compensation And_10

Stock-Based Compensation And Employee Benefit Plans - Summary of Stock-Based Compensation Expense (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Stock-based compensation expense	$ 548	$ 528	$ 435
Cost of revenue
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Stock-based compensation expense	7	6	5
Research and development
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Stock-based compensation expense	367	356	285
Marketing and sales
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Stock-based compensation expense	59	54	46
General and administrative
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Stock-based compensation expense	$ 115	$ 112	$ 99

Stock-Based Compensation And_11

Stock-Based Compensation And Employee Benefit Plans - Schedule of Stock Repurchase Program (Details) - USD ($) shares in Millions, $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Stock repurchased and retired during period, value	$ 1,295	$ 1,300	$ 729
May 2018 Program
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Stock repurchased and retired during period (in shares)			0.7
Stock repurchased and retired during period, value			$ 78
November 2020 Program
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Stock repurchased and retired during period (in shares)	5.1	9.5	4.9
Stock repurchased and retired during period, value	$ 650	$ 1,300	$ 651
August 2022 Program
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Stock repurchased and retired during period (in shares)	5.3	0
Stock repurchased and retired during period, value	$ 645	$ 0
Total
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Stock repurchased and retired during period (in shares)	10.4	9.5	5.6
Stock repurchased and retired during period, value	$ 1,295	$ 1,300	$ 729

Interest And Other Income (Ex_3

Interest And Other Income (Expense), Net (Schedule Of Interest And Other Income (Expense), Net) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021
Interest and Other Income [Abstract]
Interest expense	$ (58)	$ (58)	$ (45)
Interest income	49	4	24
Net gain (loss) on foreign currency transactions	31	(22)	9
Net gain (loss) on foreign currency forward contracts	(29)	21	(19)
Other income, net	1	7	2
Interest and other income (expense), net	$ (6)	$ (48)	$ (29)

Earnings Per Share (Computation

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, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021
Earnings Per Share Reconciliation [Abstract]
Net income	$ 802	$ 789	$ 837
Weighted-average common stock outstanding - basic (in shares)	277	284	289
Dilutive potential common shares related to stock award plans (in shares)	1	2	3
Weighted average common stock outstanding - diluted (in shares)	278	286	292
Basic (in dollars per share)	$ 2.90	$ 2.78	$ 2.90
Diluted (in dollars per share)	$ 2.88	$ 2.76	$ 2.87

Earnings Per Share (Narrative)

Earnings Per Share (Narrative) (Details) - shares	12 Months Ended
Earnings Per Share (Narrative) (Details) - shares	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021
Earnings Per Share Reconciliation [Abstract]
Antidilutive securities excluded from computation of earnings per share, amount	2,000,000	1,000,000	2,000,000

Segment Information (Narrative)

Segment Information (Narrative) (Details) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
Segment Information (Narrative) (Details) $ in Millions	Mar. 31, 2023 USD ($) segment	Mar. 31, 2022 USD ($)	Mar. 31, 2021 USD ($)
Revenue, Major Customer and Geographic Information [Line Items]
Number of reportable segments \| segment	1
Net revenue	$ 7,426	$ 6,991	$ 5,629
Entity wide revenue by major customer percent of revenue did not exceed ten percent	10%
Net revenue \| Customer Concentration Risk \| Sony
Revenue, Major Customer and Geographic Information [Line Items]
Entity wide revenue by major customer percent of revenue	32%	33%	36%
Net revenue \| Customer Concentration Risk \| Microsoft
Revenue, Major Customer and Geographic Information [Line Items]
Entity wide revenue by major customer percent of revenue	16%	16%	18%
Switzerland Entity
Revenue, Major Customer and Geographic Information [Line Items]
Net revenue	$ 4,085	$ 3,423	$ 2,731
Disclosure on geographic areas, revenue from external customers attributed to foreign countries, percentage	55%	49%	49%
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%

Segment Information (Net Revenu

Segment Information (Net Revenue By Timing Recognition) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]
Net revenue	$ 7,426	$ 6,991	$ 5,629
Revenue recognized at a point in time
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]
Net revenue	2,389	2,326	2,006
Revenue recognized over time
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]
Net revenue	$ 5,037	$ 4,665	$ 3,623

Segment Information (Net Reve_2

Segment Information (Net Revenue By Revenue Composition) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]
Net revenue	$ 7,426	$ 6,991	$ 5,629
Full game
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]
Net revenue	1,937	1,993	1,613
Full game downloads
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]
Net revenue	1,262	1,282	918
Packaged goods
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]
Net revenue	675	711	695
Live services and other
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]
Net revenue	$ 5,489	$ 4,998	$ 4,016

Segment Information (Net Reve_3

Segment Information (Net Revenue By Geographic Area) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021
Revenue from External Customer [Line Items]
Net revenue	$ 7,426	$ 6,991	$ 5,629
North America
Revenue from External Customer [Line Items]
Net revenue	3,151	3,039	2,474
International
Revenue from External Customer [Line Items]
Net revenue	$ 4,275	$ 3,952	$ 3,155

Segment Information (Long-Lived

Segment Information (Long-Lived Assets By Geographic Area) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]
Long-lived assets	$ 549	$ 550
North America
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]
Long-lived assets	445	446
International
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]
Long-lived assets	$ 104	$ 104

Segment Information Net Revenue

Segment Information Net Revenue by Platform (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023	Mar. 31, 2022	Mar. 31, 2021
Schedule of Net Revenue by Platform [Line Items]
Net revenue	$ 7,426	$ 6,991	$ 5,629
Console
Schedule of Net Revenue by Platform [Line Items]
Net revenue	4,443	4,400	3,716
PC and other
Schedule of Net Revenue by Platform [Line Items]
Net revenue	1,729	1,532	1,195
Mobile
Schedule of Net Revenue by Platform [Line Items]
Net revenue	$ 1,254	$ 1,059	$ 718

Restructuring Activities - Narr

Restructuring Activities - Narrative (Details) $ in Millions	Mar. 31, 2023 USD ($)
Acquisition Related Intangibles Impairments and Other Charges
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring and related cost, expected cost	$ 66
Minimum \| 2023 Plan
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring and related cost, expected cost	170
Minimum \| Workforce \| 2023 Plan
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring and related cost, expected cost	55
Minimum \| Office Space Reductions (b) \| 2023 Plan
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring and related cost, expected cost	45
Minimum \| Other Restructuring \| 2023 Plan
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring and related cost, expected cost	5
Maximum \| 2023 Plan
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring and related cost, expected cost	200
Maximum \| Workforce \| 2023 Plan
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring and related cost, expected cost	65
Maximum \| Office Space Reductions (b) \| 2023 Plan
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring and related cost, expected cost	55
Maximum \| Other Restructuring \| 2023 Plan
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring and related cost, expected cost	$ 10

Restructuring Activities - Sche

Restructuring Activities - Schedule of Restructuring (Details) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2023 USD ($)
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Charges to operations	$ 155
Charges settled in cash	(10)
Non-cash items	(110)
Liability as of March 31, 2023	$ 35
Restructuring, Incurred Cost, Statement of Income or Comprehensive Income [Extensible Enumeration]	Restructuring (See Note 8)
Acquisition Related Intangibles Impairments and Other Charges
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Charges to operations	$ 68
Charges settled in cash	0
Non-cash items	(66)
Liability as of March 31, 2023	2
Workforce
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Charges to operations	43
Charges settled in cash	(10)
Non-cash items	0
Liability as of March 31, 2023	33
Office Space Reductions (b)
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Charges to operations	44
Charges settled in cash	0
Non-cash items	(44)
Liability as of March 31, 2023	$ 0