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Split Fiction Breaks EA's Steam Paid Game Peak Player Record

Author:Kristen Update:Sep 23,2025

Split Fiction Breaks EA

Split Fiction has set a new benchmark for Electronic Arts (EA) on Steam among paid titles, achieving a historic milestone. The game’s developers have captivated the gaming community with a stellar launch that surpassed all expectations.

Since its recent debut on PC via Steam, Split Fiction has seen extraordinary success, outshining other EA-published games. SteamDB data reveals the game hit a peak player count of over 197,000 users, marking the highest ever for an EA paid game on the platform.

For comparison, Battlefield V, the previous record-holder in EA’s portfolio, peaked at 116,000 players. Meanwhile, EA’s free-to-play hit Apex Legends continues to lead overall with a peak player count exceeding 620,000.

Beyond its record-breaking numbers, Split Fiction has earned widespread acclaim from players. Steam reviews rate the game as "overwhelmingly positive," with a remarkable 98% approval rating, underscoring its global popularity and critical success.