Splitgate 2is teleporting players back into the series’ free-to-play shooter action. Developer 1047 Games announced a sequel to its original game, and the studio has brought on talent from the teams ofCall of Duty, Overwatch, Halo, and more to help make it.
1047 Games is calling the game “bigger and better than ever,” with a large selection of arenas, weapons, and modes on offer. There will also be three factions to choose from “based on your preferred gameplay style and competitive strategies,” according to the press release.Splitgate 2will also be running on Unreal Engine 5, marking a visual upgrade from the2019 predecessor.
To coincide with theSplitgate 2announcement, there’s an official Companion app. Once you boot it up, you can get collectibles that offer in-game rewards when the sequel launches. There are also quizzes to complete and a comic series to read through. The first issue is out today, and the next four parts will be released every month. They focus on the backstories of those heroes featured in this week’s trailer.
“This is a revolutionary step forward for competitive shooters,” said co-founder and CEO of 1047 Games in the press release. “It’s the perfect entry point for players new to the world ofSplitgateand a comprehensive upgrade worthy of our existing community.”
Since launchingSplitgate, 1047 Games has grown into a large team of over 150 developers, who have experience with other multiplayer titles like theHaloseries,Valorant,andLeague of Legends.Hopefully, that knowledge will prove fruitful for this upcoming shooter, as the team is currently targeting next year for launch.
Regardless, you should check out the original if you haven’t already; it’s one of thebest free-to-play games on Steamright now.
