Written by Andrew Hamel

Star Wars Battlefront II has achieved a historic milestone on Steam, with a record-breaking **28,000 concurrent players** on June 21, 2025. This marks the highest player count since the game’s initial release.

The surge follows a previous spike in May 2025, when player numbers neared 19,000. The latest resurgence is attributed to a combination of **renewed Star Wars hype** and aggressive discounts.

What’s Driving the Revival?

Key factors behind the surge include:

• Game Pass inclusion: The complete edition joined Xbox and PC Game Pass.
• Steam sale: A 90% discount (still active at publication).
• Cross-promotions: Fortnite’s recent Star Wars event.
• Anniversary momentum: The 25th-anniversary celebration of *Revenge of the Sith*.
• TV synergy: Ongoing interest from *Andor* and other Disney+ series.

After a turbulent 2017 launch—marred by loot box controversies—the game has undergone years of updates, including **progression overhauls** and **microtransaction removals**. These changes have gradually rebuilt trust among players.

Community Momentum Builds

Online communities are buzzing after the player count milestone. Longtime fans report the most active servers in years, while others advocate for Battlefront III, citing the surge as proof of enduring demand.

From near-disaster to redemption, Battlefront II has shattered expectations. With servers thriving, the player base clearly signals one message: the Force remains strong.