Star Wars: Battlefront II Surprisingly Breaks Online Player Record

After several years of low activity, Star Wars: Battlefront II is experiencing a sudden surge in popularity. On May 24, 2024, the shooter set a new record for concurrent connections – 18,060 gamers, more than doubling its previous figures. This sharp increase in interest is attributed to the release of the final episodes of the popular Andor series, which inspired Star Wars fans to return to the game.

In the wake of the renewed popularity, fans launched a petition demanding EA develop Battlefront III, which has already collected more than 12,000 signatures. The petition to the publisher emphasizes the huge potential of the franchise in terms of both gameplay and storytelling, as well as commercial prospects, given the growing interest in Star Wars content.

This unexpected renaissance of a seven-year-old game demonstrates how media franchises can influence the life cycle of the games associated with them. While there have been no official statements from EA regarding a continuation of the series, the current activity of the community indicates that players continue to love this universe.