
Split Fiction has etched its name into the annals of gaming history by shattering records for Electronic Arts (EA) on Steam among paid games. The game's developers have masterfully captured the gaming community's attention with a launch that not only met but soared past expectations.
Since its recent debut on PC through Steam, Split Fiction has achieved stellar success, outshining other EA titles. Data sourced from SteamDB reveals that the game hit a peak concurrent player count of over 197,000 users. This impressive figure represents the highest peak player count ever achieved by a paid EA game on the platform.
To put this achievement into perspective, consider that the previous record holder among EA's paid games was Battlefield V, which peaked at 116,000 players. In contrast, the most popular game in EA's roster, the free-to-play Apex Legends, reached an astounding peak of over 620,000 players.
Beyond its record-breaking player count, Split Fiction has also earned widespread acclaim from its player base. Steam reviews laud the game with an "overwhelmingly positive" rating, boasting an extraordinary approval rating of 98%. This high praise underscores not only the game's commercial triumph but also its broad appeal and satisfaction among gamers around the globe.
