A shooter that mixes portals with intense gameplay Splitgate was an unexpected hit. This free to play game reached over 13 million downloads during its open beta and had a peak of about 68,000 players at once on Steam three years ago.
As Splitgate gained popularity, its developer, 1047 Games, secured over $100 million in funding, pushing the studio’s value to $1.5 billion. The company admitted that the game’s success was far beyond their expectations. However, in 2022, 1047 Games announced they would stop supporting Splitgate. The reason? The game became too successful, too quickly, making it hard for the small team to keep up.
Now, 1047 Games is back with Splitgate 2, a full sequel featuring new gameplay elements and more portals. Studio founder Ian Proulx is determined to ensure the sequel lasts for years. He learned from the original game that “content is king,” and now the focus is on having enough content to keep players engaged longer.
Proulx admitted that the original Splitgate struggled because the team couldn’t provide new content fast enough. Most players enjoyed the game for a few weeks but then left because there wasn’t enough to do. With Splitgate 2, the goal is to extend that engagement time, offering regular updates to keep the game fresh. To prevent the same issues, 1047 Games has improved its technology and increased its team size. The company is also working with outsourcing partners to handle any extra workload, ensuring they’re ready for any challenges that come their way.
Proulx remains optimistic about the future of Splitgate 2 and the gaming industry as a whole. He believes that even in tough times, the best companies will thrive by learning and adapting. As 1047 Games prepares for the launch of Splitgate 2 in 2025, they are focused on creating a game that will stand the test of time.
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