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Splitgate 2 Unlaunches as 1047 Games Reverts Shooter to Beta

Staff cuts will fund a community-led overhaul ahead of a planned early-2026 relaunch.

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Overview

  • 1047 Games announced it is rolling Splitgate 2 back to beta status to rebuild core mechanics after acknowledging the game launched prematurely.
  • The developer confirmed layoffs are underway to reallocate resources toward overhauling progression systems, adding more portals to maps, simplifying monetization, and refocusing on classic game modes.
  • Original Splitgate servers will shut down next month in a cost-saving measure, with offline or peer-to-peer match options under exploration.
  • Splitgate 2 will remain playable during the rework and will still receive the planned Chapter 3 update alongside ongoing bug fixes and quality-of-life improvements.
  • 1047 Games plans extensive community engagement through playtests and surveys to guide the rebuild before the sequel’s return in early 2026.