Split Fiction has etched its name in gaming history by achieving a new record for Electronic Arts (EA) on Steam among paid games. The game's developers have masterfully captured the gaming community's attention, delivering a launch that surpassed all expectations.
Following its recent debut on PC through Steam, Split Fiction has seen extraordinary success, setting it apart from other EA titles. Data from SteamDB reveals that the game hit a peak concurrent player count of over 197,000, marking the highest ever for a paid EA game on the platform.
To put this into perspective, the previous record holder among EA's paid titles was Battlefield V, with a peak of 116,000 players. On the other hand, the most popular game in EA's portfolio remains the free-to-play Apex Legends, which reached a peak player count of over 620,000.
Beyond its record-breaking performance, Split Fiction has received widespread acclaim from the gaming community. On Steam, the game boasts an "overwhelmingly positive" review status, with an astounding approval rating of 98%. This not only underscores its commercial triumph but also reflects its broad appeal and positive reception among players around the globe.