Summary
- Battlefront 2’s player base is rising, especially after the Andor Season 2 finale and Fortnite’s Galactic Battle season.
- Over 8,000 players logged into Battlefront 2 on Steam, with high numbers on Xbox too.
- Fans are pushing for Battlefront 3, but EA and DICE have not confirmed anything yet.
Battlefront 2 Is Back in the Spotlight
Eight years after its launch, Star Wars Battlefront 2 is seeing a major comeback. Player counts are spiking across all platforms—especially on Steam and Xbox—following a perfect storm of recent Star Wars events. Fans are once again filling lobbies, enjoying the large-scale multiplayer battles, and reigniting hope for a long-lost dream: Star Wars Battlefront 3.
Andor Finale & Fortnite’s Star Wars Crossover Spark Battlefront 2 Player Count Surge
The final episode of Andor Season 2 dropped on May 13, rekindling interest in the Star Wars universe. On top of that, Fortnite’s Galactic Battle season, featuring a massive Star Wars collaboration including AI Darth Vader, generated even more excitement. This led many fans to revisit Battlefront 2, the only multiplayer Star Wars shooter still offering iconic large-scale battles.
Battlefront 2 nearly hit 8,000 concurrent players on Steam, one of its highest totals since 2020. The game also became the 22nd most played Xbox title, surpassing heavy-hitters like Destiny 2. Although we don’t have specific numbers for PlayStation, social media buzz and community chatter suggest similar interest there too.
Petition for Battlefront 3 Gathers Momentum
With the player base buzzing, fans are pushing EA and DICE to consider developing Battlefront 3. A petition is circulating online, urging the companies to continue the franchise. However, with EA currently focused on titles like Dragon Age: The Veilguard and Battlefield 6, the possibility of a third entry seems remote for now.
Despite this, the return of Battlefront 2 is proof that the series still has a strong and passionate fanbase. And while EA has made no official announcements, the resurgence could push them to reconsider their roadmap.
Hackers and Dev Silence Still a Concern
Not all players are thrilled with the game’s comeback. Some have called Battlefront 2 “unplayable” due to hacker problems that have gone largely unchecked, especially with no major developer support since the 2020 “Battle on Scarif” update. Despite a recent patch, there’s no sign that EA or DICE are planning new content.
Hope Lives On
Even if a sequel never materializes, the surge in activity proves Battlefront 2 still has a pulse. Thanks to recent media hype and loyal fans, it’s once again buzzing with energy. Whether you’re diving into nostalgic Galactic Conquest or signing the Battlefront 3 petition, there’s never been a better time to revisit this galaxy far, far away.
