Star Wars Battlefront 2 Hits Record Player Count 8 Years Later, Fans Rally for Battlefront 3
Star Wars Battlefront 2 Breaks Player Record as Fans Rally for Battlefront 3
Star Wars Battlefront 2 is making headlines again — not for controversy this time, but for breaking its own records. Eight years after release, the game has seen a massive surge in players, driven by fan passion and calls for a third installment. Here’s how this revival unfolded and what it could mean for the future of the franchise.
Star Wars B2 Hits All-Time High on Steam
Star Wars Battlefront 2 has officially broken its Steam player count record, peaking at 12,384 concurrent players. This is a huge achievement for a game released eight years ago. The player surge is linked to community-driven efforts to revive the franchise. Although 12,000 players might seem small for newer titles, it’s impressive for a 2017 release. Rumours also suggest the total player count across all platforms reached 160,000, though this isn’t officially confirmed.
Why Are Players Returning to Battlefront 2?
Interest in Star Wars Battlefront 2 rose sharply after the finale of Andor Season 2. The critically acclaimed show reignited fan excitement for the Star Wars universe. Actor Muhannad Ben Amor, who played Wilmon Paak in Andor, publicly shared his 469 hours in the game. He urged EA to green-light Star Wars Battlefront 3, joining the growing fan movement.
Influencers and Devs Are Fueling the Comeback
Popular YouTuber Bombastic, with over 690K subscribers, encouraged fans to play on May 24. His call to action sparked even more attention, with over 150K views on the video. Meanwhile, former Battlefront developers are ready to return for a third game. Mats Helge Holm, a dev on both Battlefront reboots, said he wants the “gang back together” for another entry.
Can EA Ignore the Community’s Passion?
Battlefront 2 is proving there’s still a strong audience for large-scale Star Wars shooters. The game’s rough launch — plagued by microtransactions — is now overshadowed by its fan-driven revival. Unfortunately, EA has previously turned down pitches for Battlefront 3 due to high licensing costs. Still, this record-breaking comeback might push EA to rethink its decision.
Final Thoughts
Fans are doing more than playing — they’re sending EA a loud, clear message. The question now is: will EA listen and finally give the community Star Wars Battlefront 3? Until then, Battlefront 2’s renaissance is a moment worth celebrating.
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