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 titles. The game's developers have masterfully captured the gaming community's attention with a launch that not only met but surpassed all expectations.

Since its debut on PC via Steam, Split Fiction has soared to unprecedented heights, outshining other EA releases. According to SteamDB data, the game achieved a staggering peak of over 197,000 concurrent players, setting a record as the highest peak player count for any paid EA game on the platform.

To put this achievement into perspective, the previous record holder among EA's paid titles was Battlefield V, which peaked at 116,000 players. On the other hand, EA's most popular offering remains the free-to-play Apex Legends, with an impressive peak of over 620,000 players.

Beyond its commercial triumph, Split Fiction has also earned widespread acclaim from the gaming community. The game boasts an "overwhelmingly positive" rating on Steam, with an astounding 98% approval rating. This high praise underscores not only the game's market success but also its broad appeal and resonance with players around the globe.