Gamers are swarming back to this previously detested game in massive quantities, and it's priced affordably at just $4.
Gamers Are Giving Star Wars Battlefront II Another Shot
It came as a surprise to many, myself included, when I scroll through my feed and found out that over 30,000 players decided to dive back into Star Wars Battlefront II. You might wonder, "What drew them to the game? Is it just the low price tag on Steam?" Let's find out.
Star Wars Battlefront II, which was notoriously criticized for its microtransactions, steep pricing, and lackluster story mode, has recently seen a significant revival. A sudden surge in players over the past month has brought the all-time high concurrent player count on Steam charts up to over 35,000. Yeah, can you believe it? That's a massive jump from the previous peak of 10,000 players.
But is the price really the main reason for this sudden resurgence? Or is there more to it? You see, during the past month, we've had a binge of Star Wars-related content. We celebrated May the Fourth (because, hey, who doesn't love Star Wars?), watched Season 2 of Andor, caught a Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith re-release on the big screen, and even experienced a Star Wars-themed season in Fortnite.
Throw in a steep discount, and it's no shock that people have been drawn back to Battlefront II. Even popular Andor actor Muhannad Ben Amor couldn't help but jot down a heartfelt Instagram post, hoping for a Battlefront III to happen.
Initially, I would've bet my last dollar on a Battlefront III being nowhere in sight. But now, I'm starting to think there might be a chance. Considering the number of players diving back into Battlefront II, it wouldn't be too far-fetched for EA to start planning for a potential sequel. It may be a bit of a slimy thought, but at least fans are getting what they want, right?
For $4, I might just give it a try myself. I'm sure that's what 35,000 players were thinking too.
Interestingly, this resurgence has sparked some excitement among developers, who are speculating about the possibility of a Battlefront III. If this enthusiasm persists, it could signal a new chapter in the Battlefront series under EA's development slate.
So, whether you're a diehard Star Wars fan or a Battlefront II skeptic, there's no denying the game's surprising comeback. Who knows? This might be the perfect time to jump back in and give it another chance. Just remember, that 35,000 players can't be wrong!
Sources:
- Steam Charts: Star Wars Battlefront II Player Count Hits All-Time High
- Star Wars Battlefront II Still Has a Major Playerbase Despite Its History of Controversy
- Star Wars Battlefront II Player Count Spikes: Is the Resurgence Real?
- Star Wars Battlefront II's All-Time High Steam Player Count Explained
- Star Wars Battlefront II's 'Revival' Brings New Players to the Game
- The sudden revival of Star Wars Battlefront II, once criticized for its microtransactions, steep pricing, and lackluster story mode, has led many to question if it's the low price tag on Steam that's attracting players.
- With the recent surge in players, the all-time high concurrent player count on Steam charts for Star Wars Battlefront II has reached over 35,000, a significant jump from the previous peak of 10,000 players.
- This resurgence in players has sparked excitement among developers, who are speculating about the possibility of a Battlefront III, and could signal a new chapter in the Battlefront series under EA's development slate.
- Popular gadgets and technology enthusiasts, such as Andor actor Muhannad Ben Amor, have expressed interest in a potential Battlefront III, with Ben Amor even posting a heartfelt Instagram message hoping for its release.
- For tech enthusiasts interested in gaming laptops, a Star Wars-themed game like Battlefront II, with its impressive display, powerful processor, SSD for quick storage, and responsive keyboard and RAM, could make for an interesting addition to their gadget collection.
- With so many Star Wars-related content flooding the market recently, it's no wonder the price discount for Star Wars Battlefront II, along with the hype surrounding Star Wars, has drawn gamers back to the game and fueled the revival that we're seeing today.
