Split Fiction has etched its name in the annals of gaming history by setting a new benchmark for Electronic Arts (EA) on Steam among paid games. The game's developers have masterfully captured the gaming community's attention with a stellar launch that surpassed all expectations.
Since its debut on PC via Steam, Split Fiction has achieved extraordinary success, outshining other EA titles. Data from SteamDB reveals that the game hit a peak player count of over 197,000 users, establishing the highest peak player count ever for a paid EA game on the platform.
To put this into perspective, the nearest rival in EA's portfolio is Battlefield V, which previously held the record with a peak of 116,000 players. Meanwhile, the crown jewel of EA's catalog remains the free-to-play Apex Legends, which boasts a peak player count exceeding 620,000.
Beyond its record-breaking performance, Split Fiction has received widespread acclaim from the gaming community. Reviews on Steam are overwhelmingly positive, with an impressive approval rating of 98%. This accolade underscores not only the game's commercial triumph but also its broad appeal to gamers around the globe.