Sure, the game has its share of problems. But they’re problems EA say are down to overwhelming popularity, and you know what? It looks like they’re right.
https://lastchance.cc/uh-battlefield-1943-we-have-a-problem-5310504%3C/a%3E%3C/p%3E
For reference, Bionic Commando Rearmed was hailed as a downloadable megahit after moving 100,000 in a week.
https://lastchance.cc/bionic-commando-rearmed-first-week-download-numbers-5041155%3C/a%3E%3C/p%3E
Battlefield 1943 – Over 80,000 Players Strong In Only One Day [Gamerbytes]