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Star Wars Battlefront II Sees Record 18,635 Concurrent Players on Steam

Fan campaigns combined with anniversary events have driven fresh momentum for a sequel.

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Overview

  • On May 26, SteamDB data shows Battlefront II reached an all-time peak of 18,635 concurrent players, surpassing its previous record by over 8,000.
  • Coordinated fan events like “Resurgence Day,” the 20th anniversary of Revenge of the Sith, the Andor Season 2 finale and a Fortnite x Star Wars crossover have reignited interest in the eight-year-old shooter.
  • Digital storefront rankings on PlayStation and Xbox have also climbed, with the game appearing among top sellers and attracting new console players.
  • Supporters have rallied under the hashtag #MakeBattlefront3, crafting mock-up menus and fan art to advocate for an official third installment.
  • Former DICE developers including Mats Helge Holm have expressed willingness to return for Battlefront III even as EA and DICE remain focused on Battlefield 6 and have not commented on a sequel.