Split Fiction has etched its name into the annals of gaming history by setting a new record for Electronic Arts (EA) on Steam among paid games. The developers behind this title have masterfully captured the gaming community's attention with a launch that surpassed all expectations.

Since its recent release on PC via Steam, Split Fiction has seen unprecedented success, outshining other EA titles. According to SteamDB data, the game achieved a peak player count of over 197,000 users, marking the highest peak player count ever recorded for a paid EA game on the platform.

To put this achievement into perspective, the previous record holder in EA's lineup, Battlefield V, peaked at 116,000 players. Meanwhile, the most popular game in EA's catalog, the free-to-play Apex Legends, boasts a peak player count exceeding 620,000.

Beyond its record-breaking performance, Split Fiction has received widespread acclaim from the gaming community. On Steam, the game enjoys an "overwhelmingly positive" rating, with an impressive 98% approval from players. This high level of positive feedback not only underscores the game's commercial triumph but also its broad appeal across the global gaming audience.