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1047 Games Defends Splitgate: Arena Reloaded After Scrutiny Over Low Steam Counts

The studio says visible Steam numbers do not reflect cross-platform activity.

Overview

  • 1047 Games told players that "Steam Charts don't measure fun," arguing the metric shows only a momentary snapshot from one platform.
  • Splitgate: Arena Reloaded relaunched on December 17, peaking at roughly 2,300 concurrent users on Steam and generally staying below 1,000 since Christmas, far short of past franchise highs.
  • Independent data shared with GamesIndustry.biz shows console daily active users briefly neared 50,000 after release before dropping below 15,000 by January 5.
  • The studio says it rebuilt the game over six months and remains committed to ongoing development, including an upcoming Arena Royale mode.
  • To boost engagement, 1047 is running community programs such as a $5,000 creator tournament, a $25,000 community challenge, and welcome-back rewards.