Battlefield 6 Becomes One of Steam’s Biggest Games Within 24 Hours

October 12, 2025

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Battlefield 6 has quickly become one of the biggest games on Steam, ranking as the fourteenth most popular title ever based on concurrent user numbers within just 24 hours of its release.

With a peak of 747,440 concurrent players, Battlefield 6 surpassed its own open beta and outperformed popular titles like Call of Duty. This achievement marks it as EA’s most successful shooter to date, based solely on Steam statistics.

The game has also outperformed other major titles, including Apex Legends and Destiny 2, in terms of concurrent player counts. Analysts estimate that Battlefield 6 has already generated over $100 million in pre-launch sales, making it the top-selling game on Steam.

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In addition to its impressive sales figures, Battlefield 6 has received positive feedback, with around 78 percent of more than 25,000 user reviews on Steam being favorable.

Battlefield 6 Becomes One of Steam’s Biggest Games Within 24 Hours — Image credit: SteamDB

Despite its success, players have experienced long wait times due to server capacity issues. Lead producer David Sirland acknowledged the anticipated queues, noting that the open beta helped gauge player interest.

Initial reviews highlight the game’s exciting multiplayer experience, though some critiques suggest it still struggles with defining what makes the Battlefield franchise unique.

Sources:

Eurogamer